Beyond the Alps Italy War Commentary and Noted Opinions
A 1917 newspaper column reflects on Napoleon and Italy after crossing the Alps, contrasts Kaiser William’s failures, and cites legal and public issues from Alabama railroad verdicts to Pope Pius IX's appeal for humanitarian rules amid World War I fighting. It notes Flagler estate costs and German military conduct in light of international law.
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Alps
Italy
Napoleon
Kaiser William
Henry M. Flagler
New York
Ttalvy
Reilless
Sugar sales rule challenged by Food Commission ruling
The Food Commission claims a retailer is breaking the law if it withholds sugar unless a customer buys another article. It allows corn meal as an exception, creating an elastic rule that adjusts to the commission's aims.
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The
Food Commission
Japan A Major Creditor and War Debt Questions
The piece notes Japan as a large Russian creditor and doubts whether the United States or Japan can recover loans to Russia. It cites a New York firm’s likely recovery from Nicholas Romanoff deposits and discusses Lloyd George’s wartime plan gaining broad support in Britain as opposition papers praise his position.
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Japan
Russia
United States
New York
Nicholas Romanoff
Lloyd-George
House of Commons
Republicans may ask Morehead to run for US Senate
The Greensboro News says Republicans may urge Hon. John Motley Morehead to stand against Senator Simmons next year. Morehead, a loyal Republican, may view a bid as too much to risk preserving the Democratic majority in North Carolina. Roosevelt help and national aid are discussed as possible boosts, but Democrats remain confident.
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Greensboro
John Motley Morehead
United States Senate
Simmons
Mr. Morehead
John Motley
Senator Simmons
Roosevelt
National Executive Committee
National Committee
North Carolina
Times fights back against lies about Hot Springs interned Germans
The Asheville Times defends its reports on food use for German prisoners at Hot Springs and the refusal of Asheville women to sign conservation cards. It cites a 45 cent daily food cost per inmate and questions the handling of the German flag raising rumor.
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Asheville
the Times
The
Times
Jackson County Journal
Breakthrough at Hindenburg Line Brings Allied Victory
The Associated Press reports a decisive break of the Hindenburg Line by British forces led by General Haig. The German defenses are claimed shattered, signaling a turning point and boosted morale for American readers amid ongoing World War I combat.
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Hindenburg Line
Sommie
Haig
Hindenburg
Corn Show Praises and Loyal Union Support Across State Reads
The Whiteville News-Reporter reports a strong show of prizes at the Wilmington Corn Show and expects growth next year. The Durham Herald notes labor politics remain unchanged by a federation meeting time shift. Fayetteville Observer says Dr. Alexander reaffirms loyalty after Union criticism and pledges Liberty bonds investment, boosting Union morale.
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Whiteville
Wilmington
Columbus County
Durham Herald
American Federation of Labor
Gompers
Fayetteville
Bickett
Dr. Alexander
Farmers’ Union
Quakers Exempted From Draft Yet Offer Reconstruction Service
The Quakers in the United States, exempt from war duty due to creed, vow to aid the nation as far as conscience allows. They sent a goodwill message to President Wilson and urged draft age Quakers to volunteer for reconstruction work in France and other selfless tasks under the American Friends' Service Committee.
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Charlotte Observer
United States
Wilson
Friends
France
American Friends’ Service Committee
Son of U S Marshal Denied Furlough for Mother's Funeral
A son of Deputy United States Marshal Neill of Antioch was denied a furlough to attend his mother's funeral at Camp Sevier. He defied the order and returned home briefly before going back to camp last week. The details of any punishment were not disclosed.
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United States
Neill
Antioch
Camp Sevier
Judge declines injunction in Pender County tax case
Judge W A Devin refuses to grant the injunction sought by free range advocates of Pender County to restrain Sheriff Murray from collecting taxes, per Burgaw Onslow Progress dispatch.
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W. A. Devin
Pender County
Murray
Burgaw
Onslow
Bass stock arrives for Lennon mill pond lease
The Lumberton Rod and Gun Club received 6000 black bass Friday night and placed them in the Lennon mill pond near Bellamy. The fish were supplied by the government and shipped from Erwin Tennessee.
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Lumberton Rod and Gun Club
Lennon Mill Pond
Bellamy
Erwin
Tenn
Lumberton Robesonian
McKay Named U S Consul to Valparaiso
Professor Arnold A McKay who has taught since graduation at the University is named U S consul to Valparaiso China S A and will depart soon to assume duties with a 2500 yearly pay Arnold is valued four times that amount. A second letter from France recounts a WWI city march crowds cheer Americans Mrs Waldorf Astor Virginia spoke and said this war is hell and the only thing to do is lick the Huns.
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Arnold A. McKay
U. S
Valparaiso
Chine
S. A
Arnold
France
Robert D. Whichard
Greenville Reflector
German Capture of Italian Poet D Annunzio Reported
A claimed German seizure of Italian poet Gabriele d Annunzio is reported with Berlin as the destination. The item notes the act as a major wartime incident and hints at a political response or reaction abroad.
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d’Annunzio
Berlin
Military stations to form hockey teams after season ends
Coaches at military, earmis and naval stations plan to establish hockey teams once the current season concludes, signaling a new era for service sports and interstation play.
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Military
Earmis
Naval Stations
Democrats Gain Two in Congress From November Elections
Washington reports the Democratic National Committee sees no loss in strength in districts with November 6 special elections. It cites Pennsylvania 28th and North Dakota 1st as flips, with Republicans dropping two seats. The party notes declines in overall GOP strength reflected in New York mayoral results and the Hillquit gain from former Republicans.
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George Manning
Washington, D. C
Democratic National Committee
North Dakota
Pennsylvania
Beshii
Blakely
House of Representatives
Wilson
New York
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
War Horse
Cy Sulloway
Indiana
Elliott
Comstock
Greater
Morris Hillquit
Hillquit
Hughes
Mitchel
Bennett
How Doctors Treat Colds and Grippe With Calotabs
Physicians and druggists tout Calotabs as the refined remedy for colds and grippe. One Calotab on the tongue with water at bedtime purges overnight, removing ailments without nausea or diet interference. morning gives a purified system. Sold in sealed packs for thirty five cents with a druggist guarantee.
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Mae
Women gain municipal vote in Britain under 36 rule
London news reports the House of Commons extends municipal franchise to married women whose husbands are enfranchised. Women must be 36 or older, matching the parliamentary franchise eligibility. The ruling affects married women only.
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Associated Press
London
House of Commons
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