Flag Sacrilege Warning to Aliens and Kaiser Property Claims
A U S warning to aliens and enemy agents forbids desecrating the flag, calling it a threat to public peace during war. The article also alleges vast German asset ownership in the United States, including stocks, ships, land, and a Patterson silk mill, suggesting possible government confiscation if war measures seize German property.
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Bristoli
Washington
United States
U. S
Fed States
Kaiser
Wilhelm
Santa Fe
Union
Southern Pacific
New York
Kaiserin
Prince Henry
Berlin
America
North Lloyd
Hamburg-American Lines
Patterson
N. J
Commission On Industrial Relations
Chicago
United States Federal Treasury
Chamberla’s Cough Remedy Favored For Colds
J L Easley of Macon Illinois praises Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as his sister’s longtime favorite for lung colds and notes his own quick relief after taking it during a cold spell in the past fifteen years.
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Chamberla
J L Easley
Macon
Ill
Chamberlain
British Forces Launch Large Offensive in France
British forces opened a major offensive along a 16 mile front from Lens to Henin Sur Cojeul southeast of Arras. Across the line, heavy gains in terrain were reported and casualties mounted as thousands of prisoners were captured, with 6,816 counted so far.
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France
Lens
Henin-Sur-Cojeul
Arras
Gor Im Addition
Constipation Treatment Lifts Despondency in Women
The article notes women often become nervous and despondent due to constipation and that Chamberlain's Tablets provide relief. It highlights the ease of use and pleasant effect of the remedy as an effective correction.
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Chamberlain
Jacksonville Pier Destroyed by Fire
A Clyde Line Steamship pier in Jacksonville Florida burned with a second pier damaged and a lighter loaded with roses and freight burned. The steamer Huron was moved to safety and the fire’s origin remains unknown. Officials estimate the loss at 150000 dollars. The Diaz(e) was found in a corner of the pier warehouse.
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Jacksonville
Fla
New York
Clyde Line Steamship Company
Huron
Gratifying reports on German American conduct in wartime
Washington reports from Justice Department agents across the country note encouraging behavior by Germans and German-Americans after the war declaration. About 100 special arrests have been ordered and more are expected, with Attorney General Gregory deeming the overall mood very hopeful.
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Washington
Department of Justice
Gregory
New Ambassador Presenter Hits Trial Stakes
The new ambassador presenter faces pivotal trials as officials assess credentials and public reaction to his nomination amid political theater and media scrutiny. He meets with foreign affairs staff and local stakeholders to outline policy priorities and represent national interests.
Creation of Munitions Board Announced
Washington announces the creation of a general Munitions Board to supply army and navy with munitions and equipment. Frank A. Scott will head the board, which includes Bernard Baruch and Howard Coffin among civilians and fifteen officers and industrial leaders. The panel will coordinate purchases, allocate raw materials, and balance military needs with industrial conditions.
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Washington
General muNitions Board
Council of National Defense
Frank A. Scott
Cleveland
Army
Navy
Department of Munitions
Charles Wallace
A. B. Parker
H. H. Rousseau
W. 8. Capps
R. H. Legh
T. A. Kearney
R. C. Holcomb
J. H. Hancock
W. B. Lemly
L.mchlowe
Austrian Merchant Ships Taken Over by United States
Fourteen Austrian merchant vessels in American ports were taken over by the government as Austria broke diplomatic relations. Crews were removed and customs guards placed aboard, with immigration to determine status. The action aimed to protect ships, not confiscate them, and followed German vessel seizures in wartime. Vessels listed include Dora Himalala Ida Martha Washington Wing Franconia Budapest Lucia Borneo Anna Teresa Campania Morowitz in ports New York Boston Philadelphia Newport News Pensacola Tampa Galveston New Orleans.
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Washington
Austria
McAdoo
MoAdoo
Germany
Atlantic
Gulf Ports
New York
Dora Himalala
Ida
Martha Washington
Boston
Wing
Philadelphia
Franconia
Newport News
Budapest
Pensacola
Lucia
Tampa
Borneo
New Orleans
Anna
Teresa
Galveston
Campania
Austria-Hungary
United States
Erich Zwiedinek
State Department
Stovall
Berne
Vienna
Treasury Department
Bulgaria
Turkey
Panaretoff
Lansing
Sofia
Central European Alliance
Spain
Sweden
Cownt Tarnowski
Ruthlessnes
Wilson
Department
Count Tarnowski
Penfield
Switzerland
Hungary
Baron Zwiedinek
Austrain
War in the offing as Austria severs ties with U S
The United States seizes Austrian merchant ships in American harbors after Vienna breaks diplomatic relations. Baron Zwiedinek seeks passports for Austrian officials. American staff prepare for withdrawal as Bulgaria and Turkey considered similarly breaking with the United States. Officials note German pressure strains and anticipate further moves.
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United States
Turkey
Bulgaria
Cuba Follows Up Into World War States
A compact report notes Cuba moves toward involvement as global conflict expands across nations. Officials in Havana indicate alignment with allied positions while regional leaders assess strategic implications in the Caribbean.
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Cuba
Formal Declaration of War Cuba German Empire Unanimous
Cuba formally declares war on Germany after a unanimous vote by Senate and House. President Menocal signs the joint resolution authorizing all military measures and security actions to defend rights and neutral commerce. Port officials report smoke from the self interned ship Bavaria as its captain admits attempted damage to machinery.
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Havana
Cuba
Germany
United States
Menocal
Senate
House
Congress
Republic of
Republic
Panne
Eusebio Azjiazu
Bavaria
Graaffes
President Wilson replies to Poincare message
Washington reports Wilson's reply to Poincare thanking France for its wartime congratulations. He calls France a partner of noble democracies, pledging unity in defense of human rights and liberty as the United States enters the war.
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Poincare
Washington
United States
Wilson
Germany
France
Children Cry Fletcher Castoria Plan for Swedish Steamer Trip
Swedish minister Ekengren prepares arrangements for a group of children to travel home on a Swedish or Norwegian passenger steamer. The plan proceeds pending formal authorization from the Austrian interests and the Swedish government, expected within hours.
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Ekengren
State Department
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