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Paris Flood Worsens as Walls Rise to Divert Waters
Paris faces worsening flood conditions with the Seine rising toward the city core. Masons erect a wall to divert the flood from historic sites while officials warn the subways and streets may flood further. Morgan funds relief with an offer of 50000 dollars as Americans in Paris seek safety and communication lines falter.
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Army of Masons
J. P. Morgan
Paris
Seine
Ihs
Latin Quarter
Associated Press
England
Europe
Lambert
Hotel l'Auzum
Place Pereire
Esplanade Des Invalides
Jardin du Luxembourg
Place de la Concorde
Champs Elysee
Palais de Glace
Tleasure
Place de l'Opera