Great Lakes Ship Problem Nears Solution
York July report details the United States Shipping Board plan to adapt the freighter Van Hise for canal transit by widening locks and shoving complex modifications. Engineers prepare to split and brace sections to clear a six foot wider beam, enabling passage to Atlantic routes before cold weather.
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Vent York
United Miele Shinning Board
Great Lakes
Charles R. van Tise
True van Mieie
United States
Welland
Wort
Atlantic
BOA. Bustle
United States Shipping Board
Great Lakes District
Austies
Nululu
Superior
Milwaukee
Chicago
Letrett
Toledo
Cleveland
Buffalo
Astabula
Rapid Expansion of U S Army in London
London reports a swift growth of American forces with three new barracks taken over in the first week and two army hospitals set to reach full capacity within days. A large central building will be equipped this week as a national office facilitating activities between American and British armies.
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London
DIP TO DEATH AT NIAGARA FALLS
At Niagara Falls two uniden tified aviators from a nearby training field performed a dangerous pass above the gorge near the Cantilever bridge. They flew through the area under the lower steel and near the whirlpool, then sailed toward Beamsville after skimming the falls.
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Niara Falls
Niagara Falls
Sritan
Lincoln Brach
Dinic
Falla
Bass Brow
Reamayilie
Beamsville
Thrilling tale of Paris raids described by American air crew
An American observer recounts a German air raid on Paris, detailing total darkness, sirens, and explosive bombardment. He notes Red Cross aid, fire crews, and soldiers directing evacuations as roofs explode, trains burn, and fires threaten rail yards, with civilians seeking safety in cellars.
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Washington
Paris
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Slaters
Glanus & Meaf
Bigan
Drama
Ulang
Lille
Nes
Courant
Tonigh
Beebe Escadrille
Kdmmaddath
Safly
Tne
Wwe
Fragmentary war era scene reads with scattered phrases
An OCR fragment depicts a chaotic urban scene with hints of war, displacement, and resilience. Phrases reference barracks and a warhouse, a city street at night, and the phrase Cast le Guerre, suggesting upheaval and concern for civilians amid conflict.
Acres of Great War Gardens in Paros
War gardens grown by American wounded convalescents in Paros supply fresh vegetables to hospitals. Officers praise the plan for physical and mental benefits, with gardens cultivated entirely by convalescents, no paid labor, and support from base hospital units and the Red Cross in establishing smaller plots for recuperating soldiers.
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PAROS
Rangers
Money for Propaganda Campaign Ties to German Interests
New York reporters outline a 1915 campaign funded by German sources including $205,000 paid to Louig N Hammerling for advertising in foreign and English language papers to sway opinion against U S arms munitions manufacture. Allegations trace funds via Dr Rumely and Dr Albert to Count von Remstart and Amsinck, with plans for a five year campaign spanning the Americas.
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New York
Louig N Hawerling
Mie
United States
Alfred L. Bector
Edward A. Rumaly
Boenig Mail
Becker
Hammering
Wall
Jor. Heiniich F. Albert
Hammerling
Rumely
Albert
Dr. Albert
Hammerlite
Hemmerling
Leroy Ambren van Patten
van Batten
Hang J. Prudes
van Patten
Ahacern
Trudenauld
Canada
Mexico
South America
Unite Ed States
North Ogden Notes on Warriors Nearing France
North Ogden notes report several locals awaiting deployment to France, with many listed by name as they prepare to join the fighting line. Families express pride and concern as loved ones enter training and anticipate absence for duty.
North Ogden Social Notes Include Local Visits and Church Events
North Ogden residents gathered for visits and church activities as local families from Tremonton Malad and Heaton shared time with friends. Dozens of names appear in a stream of attendees including Alfred Sse and Stra, Charles W. Elis, Janes Ward, and John Q. Jack, with plans noted for Lagoon Ward meetings and Sunday Level initiatives.
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Cil
Eigion
Alfred
North Ogden
Atv
Ferrell Atchiss
Charles W. Elis Ani
Ro‘Tremonton
Rengwed
Reta
Janes Ward
Idaho
Dffferent
Points
Mra
Duliwa
Campbell
Wooley Valley
Faythamplell
Fuatly
Aberdeen Mank
Jozepheid Cyrus
Faralies
Heaton
Gladys J. Blaylock
Norma Mervett
Tremenne
Priscilla Francks
Vitalian Josep Francia
Awa Montgomery
Afra
Marl Quy Berrett
Rail Lake
Yaronia
Wmelned
Merrett
Mr. Berrett
Matis
Saltathe
Kiev
John Q. Jack
Unis Place
State University
Germans Put Yankee Prisoners At Risk In Belgian Rail Hub
The Associated Press reports that thirty two American prisoners including several officers were moved by German forces to Maasheim station in Haden on the Rhine to shield them from Allied air raids. The action followed a German order aiming to protect the captives from air attack.
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GMAVA
Associated Press
Amer'o
Dave Bern
Maasheim
Haden
Raine
Jiasel
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Eamship
U. S. Army
Headquarters
J. A. Hogle & CO
Huson Ave
Chicago Board of Trade
Balt Lake Stock and Mining Exchange
M. Scott
Logan & Bryan
Houseless
France
Cremit
Weilliam A. Brown
William L. Blaylock
William Tf. Derrets
Earl A. Chauaick
Sage Campbell
Tayif Daniels
J.wil
Victor
Victor Talking Machine Co
Camden, N. J
Victrola
Victor Records
Victor Machinen
Montio
Wietroly
Vietee Talk
Polyy
Thureday
Samuel G. Nye
Ogden Stake
High Connell
Abe
Thomas Clark
Tne Front
Boma
Thonlea At & French Cemetery
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