Soviets Split in Surrender to That Reign
Belated Reuters reports from Moscow July events show a deep split between Soviet and Left Social Revolutionists. Armed uprisings by Left Social Revolutionists and sailors were crushed in Moscow and Petrograd. Trotzky denounced Allied landings on Murman coast and warned of merciless defense measures while note threats followed. Ex officers executed in Moscow as counterrevolutionaries. French and British officers barred from movement.
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Associated Press
London
Russia
Moscow
Reuter
Maria Spiridonova
Tchitcherin
Murman Coast
Tehitcherin
Japan
Siberia
Lefy
HMS
Social Zionists
Bleck Sez
Petrograd
Vologda
Social
Velozda
Jaroslav
Yorth
Trotzky
Murman
M. Tehit-icherin
Marman
Alexieff
I Moscow
Shipbuilding Hit by Lack of Power in Wartime Supply
The Associated Press reports that serious interruptions in shipbuilding and other war industries are caused by electric power shortages. Lawmakers prepare to urge action on a government power plan, seeking 285000 kilowatts for four districts east of the Mississippi. The plan envisions unifying power plants to marshal relief for Pittsburgh, Norfolk, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and nearby New Jersey districts.
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Washington, J.2
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Representative Simms
Tennessee
Simms
Mississippi River
War and Navy Departments
The
Shipping Board
War Industries Board
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Norfolk
Philadelphia
Baltimore
New Jersey
Private Griffith Co B Wounded While in Action
Private Stanley Griffith son of Mrs F Griffith 416 Nevada street is in base hospital in France recovering from wounds received in action He is a member of Co B Rainbow division and enlisted in Waterloo in April 1917
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F. ©. Griffith
Nevada Street
France
Co. B. Rainbow Division
Waterloo
Llewellyn Borges
New York
Richard Burne Boggs
West High School
Swarthmore College
University of Pennsylvania
German Revolt After War Io Joldiers Talk
A German military commander reports soldiers on leave speaking of a postwar revolution. He urges officers to act decisively and requests home authorities and the military railways director to implement measures. The statement, issued from British headquarters in June, is presented as more illuminating than other recent German communications.
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Ant
Prussian Ministry of War
Weu
Herbert Carey
Praneve
Hak Iin
Vale
Harvard
No Man’s Land
Sly
Hattie Howe
Bartlebed
Andy
Gaid Banyary
Juan Cran Forte
Saniuiye
Bark
Snck
Tank God
Muir
Pershing Commends K of C Work in Am Battle Zones
New York August 21 The cable from Gen Pershing to James A Flaherty supreme knight of the Knights of Columbus expresses thanks for the organizations inspiring message and substantial army aid in France The note follows the August 6 victory convention at the Waldorf Astoria and reiterates the border pledge of 420000 members backing the American forces Wilson Baker and Daniels have approved the knights war service efforts
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James A. Flaherty
The
Knights of Columbus
Pershing
K. of C
Fourth Avenue
New York City
France
Chateau iPhierry
Knights
Wilson
Baker
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Hall Children in Good Health
Rumors of infantile paralysis affecting the Hall children are denied by Mr and Mrs Hall. Their son Hediey’s death is referenced and the family says all children remain healthy in a hut in the woods after purging fumigation. Neighbors have called frequently for updates.
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Jehildren
George Hall
Hediey
Altho
Equal Pay War Across Britain Faces Labor Strikes
London reports a growing strike by women transportation workers demanding equal pay for equal work. Analysts warn the action could ripple through war industries as women take on jobs once reserved for men. Bonuses for women in munition plants remain lower, fueling discontent. London and many cities endure travel delays as lines grow congested but underground service remains largely intact.
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Associated Press
London
England
Hage Close in Nebraska for Senate Hopers
In Nebraska’s primary, Republicans George W. Norris and Charles H. Sloan run neck and neck for the U S Senate nomination with Ross L. Hammond a close third. Democratic field sees former Governor John H. Morehead leading. Gov Keith Neville tops Charles W. Bryan for governor. Republican governor hopeful McKelvie leads Johnson.
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Associated Press
Lincoln
Neb
United States Senate
George W. Norriss
Charles H. Sloan
Ross L. Hammond
Fremont
John H. Moreshead
United States
Keith Neville
Charles W. Bryan
Samuel R. McKelvie
Walter Johnson
Omaha
Will of Mrs. War Ner Provides 3000 For Two Waterloo Churches
The will filed for probate this morning leaves 3000 in gifts to two Waterloo churches. First Baptist Church Waterloo receives 1000 and Second Methodist Church Waterloo receives 1000. Also a 500 bequest to the American Bible Society and 500 to the Tract Society. Mrs Wagner, of 910 Randolph Street, was mother of Mrs Ferris Drew.
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Mary RL Warner
First Baptist Church
Waterloo
Sateek Pds
First M. E. Church
American Bible Society
New York City
Tract Society
Wagner
Rancolph Street
Ferris Drew
Sunday Predicament and War Time Priorities
A fragment mentions Billy Sunday being deemed nonessential to war effort and denied lumber priority for a Providence tabernacle. It notes wartime constraints possibly limiting religious gatherings near front lines. It also references Miss Elste 3anis and Polin aiding artists entertaining American soldiers in France.
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Billy
France
Washington
Providence
New York City
Creel
Red Cross
Elste 3Anis
Polin
Diref
Amedegh
Reserve Ration in Camouflaged Box for Yanks
A reserve ration system announced by the War Department details camouflaged galvanized containers holding 25 portions and weighing about seven pounds. Packaged to withstand gas, the rations include beef, corned beef, hash, yeast beef, salmon, sardines, coffee, sugar, salt, and a can opener for use in emergencies under trench conditions in France and under first line fire.
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Washington
D. C
France
Sitesistence Division
Alastermaster Corps
War Department
Nounced
City in Brief Optical Service Advertises Local Care
A city in brief column notes various local updates from Buchanan to Waterloo. Residents travel to Des Moines Chicago and Des Moines for events and medical visits while others relocate or prepare for training. A fire dog, births, and military postings are also mentioned along with civic figures discussing War measures and industry communication with Italian bureaus.
Mintyre Pleads Guilty in Liquor Transport Case
Mintyre faced in municipal court this morning on illegal transportation of liquor charges. He pleaded guilty and chose a $100 fine and costs plus a $20 attorney fee or 20 days of hard labor in county jail. The Tatler mentions penalties and a Courier want ad for best results.
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MeIntyre
Emerson Aiding Czech Forges Near Irkutsk
Somber dispatch reports Czech and Slovak forces near Irkutsk repairing bridges destroyed by Bolshevik units. Co‑operating officers claim Crecho‑Slovaks dominate the line from Lake Baikal to the Ural, with plans to aid Manchuria as Japanese forces shift fronts.
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Barhit
Mancharia
George HL Emerson
Partyon
Tvecho
Vindivase Tels
Vasuai Front
Oon
The Hundredth Man by Marcarigd Wapi in London
A fragment describing wartime hospital scenes with a young patient named Sammy, a dying companion, and the narrator's attempt to aid, reflectively tracing letters, care, and the emotional toll on soldiers awaiting return. The piece blends scattered memories, hospital routines, and personal resolve.
Prison Labor for War Work Urged by U S Policies Board
The War Labor Policy Board urged using prison labor to ease wartime shortages. The proposal calls for a federal government agreement with state or subdivision authorities, excluding private contractors from direct contracts.
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U.S. Policies Board
Associated Press
Washington
DB. C
War Labor Policien Board
Hun Envoy to Russ Not Going Back as He Dislikes Policy
Amsterdam August 21 German ambassador to Russia Dr Karl Heler te h, 40, has left Moscow and will not return to Russia. He cites disagreement with Russian policy aligned with Admiral Paul von Hintze, German foreign affairs official, according to the semi official Teutsche Zeitung.
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Russ
Amsterdam
Karl Hel@erteh
Russia
Germany
Westfield Addition Realty Deal Details Unclear
A large real estate transaction in Westfield Addition involves the purchase of 4 acres including the building site from John Mead of 172 Ballow Street for a stated price of 1000 per acre. The buyers, unnamed, expect to finalize remaining technicalities with the Galloway administration.
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Galloway
John Mead
Ballow Street
Alaska Fisheries Development Urged by Secretary
Spokane Spokesman Review reports Secretary Redfield urges expanding Alaskan fisheries to feed the nation and build wealth for the territory. Plans include experiments, a Puget Sound station, and a Pribilof reducing plant to cut waste. Congress may fund more coast surveys as ocean highways are secured.
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Alaska
United States
Hole World
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Norway
Redfield
Dhureau of Fisheries
Puget Sound
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