America's Big Navy Guns Sweep The Western Front
Washington June 11 America's large guns now move on railcars and are operated by marines in khaki. The 16 inch shells weigh 1600 pounds and reach beyond any German guns except the fixed siege gun at Paris. Each unit includes ammo car shop car kitchen car and quarters cars with locomotive. The guns give long range to strike behind enemy lines and pierce trench protections. Naval officials Bri: St Vauclain led the project after advice from the Baldwin works and Secretary Daniels ordered it.
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Health note suggests laxatives relieve digestive disorder
The advertisement explains a digestive disorder stems from dry residual matter and recommends drinking water, eating raw fruits, outdoor exercise, and mild laxatives. It praises Chamberlain's Tablets as easy to take and urges trial, noting Lemmon's Drug Store stocks them.
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Youths Can Join The Navy Under New Draft Rule
Washington June 11 men of the 2918 class of draft registrants may enlist in the navy and marine corps. The Provost Marshal General Crowder issued a ruling waiving the assignment of order and serial numbers for these registrants.
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Marine Corps
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Washington County Daily Warns of Local 1 Warning
The Washington County daily local paper reports a single warning for residents about imminent weather changes. Officials urge readiness and review of emergency plans as conditions may affect travel and services in coming hours.
National War Savings Day Proclaimed by Governors and Mayors
Officials announce meetings in every community to secure War Savings Stamps subscriptions. School officers will record attendees and amounts, with absentees and reasons noted. Stamps cost and maturity values are outlined, with guidance on ownership limits, loans to the government, and potential early withdrawal terms. The drive aims to meet district quotas and promote loyalty during the war effort.
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United States
War Savings
Iowa
United States Treasury Department
Plan to Recruit Doctors Under Volunteer Medical Service Corps
Chicago June 11 The Volunteer Medical Service Corps will conscript doctors for army and navy service as explained at the American Medical Association convention. The corps will act as a home guard for physicians unable to deploy, with badges designating readiness to serve and aiming to prevent slacking.
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California
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German Youths Lose Patriotism in War Strain
Berlin reports in the Vossische Zeitung that German youth show reduced enthusiasm for military service and deteriorating scholastic standards. Pupils suffer from war diets and undernourishment while juvenile crime in Berlin triples since 1914. The piece urges renewed discipline to steer children back to rectitude.
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Berlin
Vossische Zeitung
City verger recalls church meditation misuse
A city verger recalls an incident where two people used a church for meditation and prayer, confirming that such invitations are sometimes exploited. He described catching them in the act the other day.
Twenty-Five Years for Forty-Five Objectors
In Dallas on June 11 a court martial sentenced forty five conscientious objectors to life imprisonment for refusing to wear army uniforms. Brigadier General O Neil revised the sentence to 25 years and ordered immediate transfer to Fort Leavenworth. Most are from Oklahoma and belong to the Mennonite faith.
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The Patriot shines in Hart western triumphs
Amusements note William S. Hart in The Patriot a film where he portrays a citizen betrayed by politicians. The review highlights Hart’s star power amid other appearances but stops short of announcing further details.
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The Patriot at Fox Theatre Promises Sympathy and Power
Broadway hails The Patriot as a masterpiece in acting and production. Hart, the rugged former Western plainsman, delivers masterful character portrayal that resonates with the audience as the show comes to the Fox Theatre on Wednesday.
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