Americans and Allies wary as Britain uses one nation against another
A Washington Post piece argues Britains policy seeks to weaken Germany while sparing Britain, warning Americans not to be drawn into European wars. It contrasts Belgium and France suffering under militarism with Britain pursuing sea power and alliances. It cites Edward Price Bell on US neutrality and urges America to mind its own business.
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Call for top legal minds to aid U S diplomatic case
A public appeal argues for assembling associate counsel from eminent American lawyers like Olney Choate and Root to assist the President in settling the Anglo American tensions. It stresses the need for international experts to safeguard the nation’s interests and neutrals in a dangerous era.
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Europe
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Iden
Richard Olney
Joseph Choate
Hiihu Root
Opinion excerpts attributed to Mr Hell stress U S aloof stance
The quoted opinions reflect what foreign critics might expect, praising American restraint from European quarrels while affirming the nation’s demand that Europe respect United States rights.
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United States
Europe
The British Reply to Neutral Trade Demands
The British reply to American protests over contraband rules defends limited interference but admits flaws. Sir Edward Grey says belligerents may act only as necessary for national safety, yet Britain has seized and detained ships, expanding implied contraband lists and harming neutral commerce. The piece argues such actions deter neutral ships and misread trade data, noting copper shipments and overall exports to neutrals may not prove hostile intent.
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New York
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Nobility Heirs and Elopement in Shrewsbury Line
Through the death of young Viscount Ingestre without male issue, Sir Reginald Talbot becomes next heir to the earldoms of Shrewsbury and Waterford and to the title Lord High Steward. Lord Shrewsbury, a famed polo player, is 65 and estranged from his wife, who left with him in youth. Gen. Sir Reginald Talbot is uncle to the present earl and a veteran officer who commanded in Egypt and governed Victoria, Australia.
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War checks diamond trade amid war and stockpiles
The diamond trade in Europe is weakening as war disrupts supply and the South African monopoly may suspend operations. Dealers hold large stocks while demand falters, causing price declines. European jewelers seek liquid assets, and bargains may lure buyers from this country. A diamond mine may offer jobs as markets shift.
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Starving Boy Found In Box Car After Three Days
Polish youth John Madele sneki, 19, living near Pittsburgh, was located by Pennsylvania Railroad detectives at Belmont freight yard West Philadelphia. Suffering from starvation and exposure, his hands bled and nails tore while he bashed at the door. He says robbers seized his pay and left him locked inside with no money.
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Scar Proves Heiress Identity in Orphans Court
Mrs. Alice Kohler Hooper, once of Highfield and later married to a Mr Ham, claimed she was the rightful heir to Mrs. Barbara Hess’s estate. Identification relied on a wrist scar recalled by an uncle who knew her as a girl, after she wrote to the court following the advertisement of the proceeding. The court accepted the identification and she will receive the inheritance.
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The Conquering Automobile of 1914
The article notes 1 808 41 automobiles in the United States in 1914, a 70 percent rise from 1913. It cites nearly $12 million paid to state treasuries and $37.44 million spent on road construction, highlighting the automobile’s rapid growth and role in civilization and road building.
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Commonwealths
Sunny Side Stable Story Tellers Remember Farm Days
A nostalgic verse by Jay B. Iden recalls the Kansas City Bar scene and hotel lobby chatter, but shifts to fond memories of the farm south stable. Open air life, horses chomping hay, neighbors gathering, and the warm sun evoke simple humor, community, and rural camaraderie.
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Kansas City
Man Leaps From Window In Vain Attempt
Edward Brook aged 61 of 2329 Jasper Street attempted death by own action by leaping from a third story window in his Philadelphia home. A passerby was hit by debris, Brook survived but suffered internal injuries and leg fractures. He was taken to Episcopal Hospital in serious condition.
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Episcopal Hospital
Discrimination Scene Shared In Controversial Reading
A Philadelphia Public Ledger note quotes a dramatic exchange from a book reading where Rev Goode and others discuss moral concerns. The dialogue depicts a struggling reader and questions about sensational novels and imported romances.
Congress Debates Prohibition and War Powers in House
The House rejected the half and half plan 46 to 20 while preserving organic act provisions in the District appropriation bill. Prohibition vote on the District may come after hearings with Secretary Garrison present. Menu of measures included a Mundell women suffrage amendment defeated 204 to 174 and a request by Representative Hensley for a Hague delegates proposal. Adjourned at 9 20 p m to noon today.
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Hague
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Rich Field for Spoilsmen in Constantinople Treasures
The narrator describes the Constantinople treasury as the richest spoilsmen field, containing about 48 million dollars in gems and jewels. Armed guards, wary courtyards, and the allure of uncut emeralds and huge diamonds contrast with European war loot traditions, while noting American soldiers’ lesser prowess in such plunder.
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Crown Jewels
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Interviews with Capital Visitors on 1916 Indiana Politics
The Raleigh interview features Will R. Wood of Lafayette declaring the next U S president should be a business-minded man. Wood, retiring after 18 years in the Indiana senate, reviews 1914 and 1912 events, predicts a Republican triumph in Indiana in 1916, and backs Fairbanks as a safe business candidate. He notes Indiana’s role in the national race and discusses potential senate contenders, including Miller Crumpacker and Jim Watson.
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Taft
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House of Representatives
China Turns to the West and the Bold U S Presidential Tale
A Washington report quotes R S Prince on China evolving under Yuan Shi Kai and Western influence while Irving Bachellor recalls a childhood presidential candidacy. The piece, amid weather notes, includes a long reminiscence on politics and personal history.
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