Mothers Give Their Sons to the Army A War Contrast in New York
A Washington Post report contrasts two New York mothers on wartime sacrifice. Mrs Mary Demane mourns three sons and a nephew in the Yaventh Regiment while Mrs James Connor, a Spartan patriot, speaks of sending multiple sons, a grandson, and a husband serving in the guard, with both families facing war's toll.
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Mary Demane
Washington Post
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Lexington Avenue
Mery Demane
Feneix
Grave Shortage of Baby Crop Arouses Britain to New Danger
London reports a historic low birth rate as infant mortality rises during wartime. Experts warn Britain risks national decline if population trends and infant deaths continue, urging policies to boost births and counter demography fears.
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London
Great Britain
Fogland
Bath
Campaian
Lansing as President for One Day 1917 Inauguration Rules
The article discusses the chance that Secretary of State Lansing could serve as president for a day between Wilson’s term end and the next inauguration. It reviews constitutional law, past precedents, and how a Sunday break or oath timing might affect succession, noting several historical examples and the potential for the Vice President elect to step in briefly.
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Samem
White Hoe
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Fish
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Lions Seven million tons a year estimate grows output
The article outlines a projection that increased output could reach seven million tons annually. It cites the potential boost in production and the factors driving higher yield, highlighting industrial or regional impact and the scale of anticipated gains.
Registers 115 Year Old Indian At Santa Rosa
County Clerk W Felt documents a story of an elderly Indian man registered to vote in Sonoma County before white settlement. The feature notes the man’s age and potential longevity, and describes efforts by Sewell and Corlett to teach Indigenous people English manners to adopt white customs during the era.
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The
Washington Post
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Alexander Valley
Sonoma County
Sterick Corlett
Board of Cooperation
Hsute Sewell
State Historical Research Mission
California
Powder for Her Nose Sought at St Louis Library
A woman visited the St Louis library to borrow face powder fearing her nose would fail her at a public event. The clerk and attendants encountered a dress incident and other disruptions as hobos lingered, with the library reporting 443 901 books.
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Aman Tutton
Bocka
Directora
Kiel
S&a
How to Get Along With Her
A reader suggests humorously that harmony in a marriage may come from sharing duties and incomes, noting two quips about managing relationships. The Asheville Banner reflects a lighthearted, anecdotal tone on domestic life and communication.
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Ashville
Mail of Prisoners of War Ironically Busy War Letter Flow
Beene Switzerland reports in April the peatance handled a daily average of 326241 letters and cards for prisoners in belligerent countries. Some days the total topped half a million as mail crews work to sustain communications. The government plans to bring 10000 Italian workmen to boost coal mine output in the region.
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Beene
Switzerland
Peatance
Washington Post
Government
Italy
Naval orders list detaching officers to ships and stations
A field of naval movements lists officers detached to commands and duties including Utah, Wainwright, Fulton, Stewart, North Carolina, and Asiatic transport assignments. Also notes detachments to Newport, Honolulu, Guam, Atlantic fleet, and paymaster transfers with July dates and various ship calls.
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Conningham
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Hunter
Alden
Fulton
EB Gibson
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Stewart
Wot
Malitson
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Jo Farnsworth
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Washington
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Kentucks
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Leonan
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R. O Leary
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Nary
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Shester
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Shanghai
Lleuat
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Galveston
Naval Magazine
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Brooklyn
Palos PA Sarg
Stuart
Whaloxton
Navy and War Department discuss 1900 motor trucks and officer promotions
War and Navy officials outline plans to purchase about 1900 motor trucks for Mexican operations, with delivery terms hindered by European orders. The Navy plans 16 inch guns for new battleships, while army officer promotions for July 1 proceed amid examinations and retirements.
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War Department
Uss
Army
Soma Centrieta
Europe
Navy faces House clash over shipbuilding plan
United States Navy information indicates the House will resist the Senate naval subcommittee’s push to expand capital ships. The subcommittee seeks four battleships and four battle cruisers this year, vs the House’s plan for two battleships and four battle cruisers, with near 70 new vessels across classes under consideration. The disagreement follows Capitol consultations among Senators Tillman Swanson and others and Navy officials led by David W Taylor and Victor Blue.
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Marine Corps
Naval Service
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Capitol
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Army Orders Detailing Quartermaster and Duty Transfers
The following officers of the Quartermaster Corps are ordered to report for duty at Fort Sam Houston Texas to the Southern Department. Capt HARHS F RETHFRA to report to the commanding general. Capt CARLETON to be relieved at Narragansett Bay defenses and proceed to Fort Sam Houston. Capt WILLIAM W. HAMILTON retired to duty as Assistant Quartermaster for Breton defenses. Capt FRED C DS LF to Fort Sam Houston for duty. Capt CHARLES J FERRIS to First Field Artillery on extended duty. Capt FEWIS ID GREFNE retired to report to a temporary office. Col TOHN MILNS to Savannah to report for duty with the Corps of Engineers.
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Howe Coast Defennes
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Coromandogenesis Sothers Department
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Charles J Ffrris
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Movements of Naval Vessels and Adoptions in Switzerland
The report lists numerous vessel movements from Baltimore to Newport and other ports, including ships sailing from Gloucester Philadelphia Boston and Norfolk for New York and New London. It notes a Swiss adoption effort in Berne as of July 1, placing 700 Helgian orphans with Swiss families.
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