Conference sought to improve relations with European nations
The Washington Post reports a call for a conference near Venosylvania Avenue at Fourteenth Street to decide how to remedy the situation. It notes that American subscription terms and potential exporters should seize this chance to strengthen ties with Alexandria and South American dealers, especially Brazil and Argentina, for lasting U.S. commerce benefits.
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Washington
Alexandria
Brazil
Argentina
United States
War and Divorce Addressed as Unsolved Social Problem
The piece argues that divorce remains a major national issue driven by poverty and economic stress. It speculates war could indirectly curb divorces by altering population dynamics, prices, and male availability, suggesting sharp societal remedies might impact marital stability.
Washington Post Subscription Rates 1914 Announcement
The Washington Post offers mail subscriptions with annual and monthly rates including Sunday editions. Remittances should be by drafts, post office orders, or express orders payable to The Washington Post Company. Address changes and forwarding are provided to keep readers informed across the country.
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Washington, D
Postonce
Washington BC
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Paul Brock
Fifth Avenue
New York Mallers Building
Cheaga
Devonshire Street
Boston
the Post
Washington
Washington Post
Democratic worries over new taxes and war costs in campaign era
The piece analyzes Democratic fear that tax bills, wartime levies, and tariff changes will hurt them before the November elections. It notes potential shifts of taxable property from bonds to avoid payments and discusses proposals like an abundances tax to tax the wealthy, while warning such moves risk alienating voters and magnifying Republican attacks. It references figures like Murdock seeking data on income taxpayers.
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South American Trade Prospects Expandedby War
European war strains trade with the United States as imports outpace exports yet present opportunities for American manufacturers to boost sales in South America. France Germany and Britain currently outsell U.S. goods there, but with proper US discount rates and financing, Americans could lead in regional commerce. National banks push South American ventures and the Foreign Trade Council warns of trade demoralization without adequate financial facilities.
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France
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The Shipping Bill and the Coastwise Question
The piece argues Congress should enlarge export facilities by enabling bona fide transfer of foreign vessels to the American flag for foreign trade while upholding coastwise laws. It warns that admitting foreign ships and crews into coastwise traffic would harm American shipyards, sailors, and wartime preparedness, and calls for focused reforms only to boost overseas marketing of American products.
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Europe
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The Ring of Steel War View and Europe Fireline
A reflective wartime column discusses how initial reports from Germany and allies shift to analyses of advancing hostilities. It notes Germany's westward push and Russia's expected offensive, with emphasis on strategic positions, censorship, and the broader circled front as nations prepare for decisive battles.
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Russia
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German Iron King Hit By War Threats and Wealth
August Thyssen, renowned German ironmaster, faces loss of assets abroad as governments seize his mines docks and ships in France Russia and the Netherlands. He advocates industrial alliances with England to stabilize prices and reduce wasteful competition. His son August Thyssen Jr has run up massive debts and rejects his father’s buyout offer.
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Noiseless City Dream at Rubber Expo in London
A London rubber exhibit promises a noiseless city by replacing asphalt with rubber and using rubber in walls, floors, curtains, and even lighting. The display includes a rubber furnished room and a tennis court of rubber, showcasing advances in production and manufacture over three years as advocates tout its benefits for urban life.
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London
Brothers Reunite By Rings In Northwestern Station
In Chicago a chance meeting at the Northwestern station reveals two brothers Hans and Walter Brockmayer from Syracuse NY, long separated after emigrating decades ago. They recognize rings with unique scrolls, discuss war service plans in New York, and decide to travel to Syracuse to visit family.
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Dead Boy Held His Horse In Final Charge
During the Civil War an Army of Northern Virginia officer recalls a boy no older than sixteen who rode with his regiment. Amid heavy fire the youth urged to hold the colonel’s horse as he lay dying, the bridle clutched in his right hand. The colonel refused yet allowed him to tend the reins, and the boy collapsed dead after naming his last act.
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Lucreces
Cornelas
Northern Virginia
Beestings Kill Horses on Lancaster Farm
Lancaster Dispatch reports two horses and two mules valued at 400 were killed by a swarm of honey bees on Benjamin Garber's farm. A four horse team wandered near a hive. the mules were unharnessed safely while the horses died within hours. Garber was severely stung while trying to save his stock.
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Sneeze Dislocates Arm During Wheat Unloading
A farmer Rich Hill near here dislocated his right shoulder while unloading wheat when straw dust made him sneeze violently. The accident was noted in The Last Straw column, and the tale connects with a New York Sun dispatch about odd inventions and street anecdotes.
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Teach Soldiers to Sing by Naval and Military Musical Union
The London Standard reports Britain plans formal voice training for soldiers and pastors. The Naval and Military Musical Union, patroned by the king, will roll out marching songs to curb smoking and boost morale across imperial forces. The project includes a marching song book with classical and folk tunes, aiming to standardize vocal culture under military control.
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Cane
Protests and war maps reflect student yearnings in New York
A student voice in New York American laments map changes as borders shift daily and war drags on. He hopes the war ends before next term so he can focus on Europe for school. A second note by JA Weldon contrasts a Phyllis hat trip and a curious, evolving outfit with careful, almost comic observations of fashion and gaze.
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New York
Europe
JA Weldon
Germany hoards war chest for potential conflict
The article asserts Germany maintains a vast war treasury, pegged at 360.6 million marks currently, with a prior total of 930 million. It notes the vault at Spandau Citadel houses the gold, and that the Reichsbank pulled in 1.06 billion marks by April, rising to 1.2 billion by October, through bank note payments and other maneuvers.
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Stole a Shroud to Wear in Atchison Street Fashion Fad
A local undertaker reports a woman on Commercial street wore a burial robe as a street dress imitating a new fad. The robe vanished from his shop until the woman appeared wearing it with frills, prompting the undertaker to consider reward rather than punishment. The tale includes dialogue about accountability and a garbled set of names.
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Chicage Tribune
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Chile's Nitrate Wealth Feeds Global War Efforts
Chile dominates world nitrate supply used for gunpowder and explosives, with Tarapaca lands held by the government. August 10 public auction may open more reserves. Nitrate acid enables nitroglycerin dynamite. exports fund government revenue and may rise with European conflict.
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Chile
Tarapaca
Prediction of German air attack on Paris by zeppelins
A German officer predicts a moonless night raid on Paris by Zeppelins and Parseval airships from a Berlin fleet. He notes Germany delayed aggressive moves during full moons and expects possible night bombings after moonless conditions, with feasible reach from German bases. Baron von Reiswitz, consul in Chicago, defers specifics but acknowledges the claim.
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Chicago
Burns and shoots himself in De Soto barn
A man named Hadge set fire to a hay barn and shot himself in the head after seizing a match and trigger, his charred body found by a deputy sheriff and coroner Lathrop. Once a mail carrier, Hedge appeared not to be in his right mind. He had arranged for an undertaker to care for his body, leaving a note saying there would be little bury.
Weather Summary and Tide Table for Local Regions
The report details sun and tide data alongside forecasts across the West and Midwest regions. It notes warmer temperatures in the East with widespread thundershowers in the upper Mississippi valley and lake regions, and general fair weather elsewhere. Local temperatures range from mid 60s to near 70s with showers expected Sunday and Monday in the South and Northwestern zones, and cooler weather anticipated in the West over the next few days.
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Masouri
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Florida
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Mississippi
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Visiting Senator Curtis Sees GOP Victory in Kansas
Former Senator Charles Curtis returns to Washington after winning the Republican primary against Joseph Bristow in Kansas. He forecasts GOP success in Kansas this fall, noting strong Progressive shift back to the GOP and a large wheat crop boosting farmer confidence. He cites about 14 000 000 bushels expected and the lack of market fears as wheat prices rise in anticipation of seaborne shipping.
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Kansas
Joseph Ty Bristow
United States
Washington
Big Son
Detroit
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Willard
Curtis
Roosevelt
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Predicts GOP Victory in Kentucky Senate Fight and Canal Talk
The piece envisions a Republican win in Kentucky and notes a Democratic nomination struggle weakening them. It cites figures like Watts of Louisville and West as party leaders, and mentions plans for a Panama Canal opening impacting Latin American trade. It weaves in historical references to Blaine and Vest and touches on crops during a drought.
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New York
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Ebolivia
South America
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Spain
Amercan
Lima
Peru
Two Pants of View at the evelind Fam Ura banquet
The narrator speaks plainly at a banquet, praising straightforward talk while noting some dislike it. The dialogue touches on naming, with a critic asking “What in it?” and the reply referencing “Mush and sorghum” as a description.
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