Flood of gold coming as nine French seize fort and take captives
British sought to settle war debts by shipping vast gold via Canada to the United States. Treasury officials estimate about 390 million to 400 million dollars a day in yellow metal may arrive, with most from Ottawa and London. The influx aims to balance trade, while British agents ship a Cunard liner’s cargo to allies. French forces captured a fort, marching 113 prisoners to safety as officers watched. The source notes large gold reserves and questions about European war spending.
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Tte
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Cittawa
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France’s crops good fight for chancellor in war year
Report discusses France crop prospects, noting a good hay crop despite labor shortages and wheat and wine outputs improving over last year. It also mentions stock values, a fixed market carryover rate, and a reception for US Commerce official E A Brand at the American embassy. Berlin news covers a German national committee campaign to support chancellor policies while opposing war-aim censorship, with a push for an honorable peace and Catholic party shifts.
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Chancellora
GAINING IN EAST AFRICA
London July 18 The official report on the campaign in German East Africa states that enemy forces moving against Handai Lsatipara Railway and Koregwa to Tanga have been driven back across the Pangin River. British forces under Brig Gen Sir C Crews landed at Kongoro Moanza and occupied the line, the town's evacuation and a large supply column abandoned. A German naval gun and many German Europeans fled southward pursued by lake vessels.
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$550,000 Aid to Jews in Russia Approved
A joint distribution committee of American Jewish relief groups approved $59709 for relief work among Russian Jews. The funds, prompted by Petrograd agents' appeal, supplement government aid and exhausted Russian relief funds. Monthly Palestine aid remained $330000 and $1990 per month for citizens in Jerusalem.
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Czar Gets 50 Million Dollar Russian Loan
Stockholm July 19 Samuel McRoberts senior vice president of National City Bank announced a $50,000,000 loan to the Russian government after two months abroad arranging the terms. He said Russia has awakened and offers a vast opportunity for American capital through branch banks and factories, anticipating a great Russian trade boom.
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New York
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Russia
America
Envoy Discusses Peace Talks With Polk
Dr Paul Ritter, Swiss minister, met Acting Secretary Polk at the State Department to explore peace prospects. Officials said the conversation yielded no tangible results and that the American stance remains unchanged while seeking no immediate peace moves. Switzerland, amid wartime hardship, presses for peace and aid, noting its severe food shortages reliant on U.S. supplies.
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Europe
Polk Ha
State Department
White House
United States
Canadians Enlist Numbers by Province Report
Ottawa reports total enlistments in Canada up to July 15 totaling 850 657. Ontario leads with 140199 while Montreal district shows significant indices. Manitoba ration and mountain provinces contribute hundreds of thousands, with Manitoba at 13 530.
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Ottawa
Canada
Ontario
Toronto
Universal Training Plan Debated by Committees Amid War Talk
London dispatch reports Sir William Robertson defends gunnery drill and Allied mobilization. He praises Canadian troops, notes need for trained gunners, and cautions against overoptimism regarding war duration. Senate subcommittee considers universal military training with safeguards to ensure access for all fit youths and to avoid political escape, while business leaders discuss wartime blacklists and impact on American firms with British authorities.
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Flood Devastation Spreads Across North Carolina
Death toll nears 50 after floods across western North Carolina. Two houses washed ashore at Ronda 15 miles from their origin, seven victims drowned there. Other fatalities in Bat Cave and Chimney Rock as the Rocky Fork River raged through a valley. Bridges and miles of roadway destroyed, rail traffic demoralized, repair crews rush to restore service. Crest passed with crews aiding recovery from Yadkin River valley and other drenched areas. Southern Railway ferries passengers to Asheville via Salisbury after delays since Sunday.
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Yadkin
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Yadkin River
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Salisbury
Lynchburg
Morristown
State Department replies to British note on shipments to Germany
The United States informs the British embassy of a formal answer refusing to allow shipments into Germany. The note argues the U S government has no evidence for claims and signals possible further action pending new information. Walter Foot leads the Iowa circle discussion.
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Iowa Circle
Walter Foot
Boveatt Mght
Department of Justice
Rhea Enema
United S
Railroads Ask for Delay in Clayton Act Provisions
Representatives of major railroads urged President Wilson to suspend for two years the interlocking directorates and procurement provisions of the Clayton antitrust act. Frank Trumbull, Robert Lovett, and A P Thom met with Wilson to seek time for a government investigation amid looming strike threats, though the plan to delay the act was not tied to the current labor vote.
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Frank Trumbull
Robert Lovett
Union Pacific
A P Thom
Southern
Wiligan
Congress
Trumbull
Drago product claims boost in man’s health and weight
A testimonial from J. D. Boyd reports dramatic improvement after using Dreco, saying he gained weight, reduced stomach pain and nervousness, and now sleeps well. He credits five bottles of Dreco for restoring energy, appetite, and strength, praising the product as life changing.
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J D Bova
Allens
Alexandria
Bury
Anacostia
Manassas Show Opens with Fine Classes and Races
The Manassas horse show opened on July 19 featuring strong riding driving and hunting horses from Virginia. A large enthusiastic crowd attended with no incidents. In the first race Double T owned by J W Waller of Plainaa romped home ahead of Dawn owned by C H Utterback of Haymarket. The second flat race was won by Miss McGiggle with Wlinmill owned by C H Utterback and Leith Bros. Lord of Fasserfern a Washington horse won the steeplechase with Hedric second.
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Washington Post
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Death of Rev Charles J Wingate at St Margarets Church
The Rev Charles J Wingate aged 66, assistant rector at St Margarets Protestant Episcopal Church, died early yesterday at his city home after months of illness. Funeral arrangements are delayed awaiting telegram replies to Rav Herbert Scott Smith, rector, who is on vacation in Haven, Me. It is believed Mr Smith may travel to Washington to conduct the services.
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District Guard in Fete Training of Colored Troops at Naco
Special to The Washington Port Bisbee reports the Warren district honors the District of Columbia contingent. The signal corps company led by Capt Terry paraded to Viata park and impressed a Bisbee committee. Colored troops at Naco continue patrols toward the mining district, under Maj Walkes and Maj Howard, steadily improving marksmanship with the Springfield rifle. The training aims to sharpen field conditions and readiness for potential engagements in the border zone.
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Blonde Fleeing With Pearls Reported in New Fork
An apparent pearl theft occurred as a traveler fled with valuables on July 19. Witnesses described a Velcro covered bag and a male accomplice seen boarding a bus near Stowe Avenue. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing nearby surveillance.
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Vigorous Protest Against British Blacklist Intensifies
American officials plan a broad protest against Britain’s blacklist of U.S. firms and individuals. They allege discrimination and neutral- trading violations, consider using antitrust laws, and warn of a possible trade war if Britain does not back away from its policy.
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Bellizerenta Administration
United States
Great Britain
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Big yacht Warrior runs aground near Fisher's Island
The steam yacht Warrior owned by Alexander Cochrane of New York ran ashore at the north end of Fisher's Island in dense fog at dawn. The owner and party were aboard. a wireless alerted New London vessels. After hours of effort the vessel was pulled off the rocks.
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Castro Released After Denied Entry To United States
New York reports former Venezuelan President Cipriano Castro was released from Ellis Island today after Secretary Wilson overruled a denial of entry to the United States. Castro said the decision aligned with his expectations as he arrived at a hotel in the city.
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