Turn of Fate in Southwest Africa Dominates World News
The report notes German Southwest Africa has surrendered to General Louis Botha’s South African Union, covering 1 8222450 square miles larger than several U S and colonial territories. It contrasts with German East Africa still resisting, and mentions Botha as premier. It also includes a garden advisory on tree diseases and care for apple and pear trees with timely pruning and disinfection.
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German Southwest Africa
South African Union
Louis Botha
England
New York
Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
Hyania
Ohio
Indiana
Tili
Togoland
Kamerunta
Pos
Atlantic
Africa
German East Africa
Germany
East Africa
Kruger
Jay
Botha
Aging generals and Osler statement stir debate on usefulness
The Pittsburgh Dispatch cites a Sunday Dispatch war feature noting generals past 60 served in high roles, including Joffre’s reshuffles and Manoury at the Marne. Dr Osler disputes a fixed deadline on usefulness, while misunderstandings persist affecting professionals’ reputations.
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Dispatch
Sys
Joffre
Jand
Genral
Manoury
Marne
Osler
Imen
Pittsburg
Apple and Pear Blight Conflicts Raise Orchard Woes
Orchardists report heavy losses from blight affecting apple and pear trees. Growers respond with methods to combat and control the disease, noting bacterial attacks on fruit crops and urging resistant strains and treatments.
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Coun
Tired Business Man Cartoon Poem by Walt Mason
A satirical verse by Walt Mason portrays a weary businessman besieged by demands and schemes from the public. The poem questions social expectations and municipal pressures as the merchant struggles to meet costs and aid the needy.
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Kopeck
Jack
Jill
Walt Mason
Scientific View of Universe
A noted writer on astronomical problems argues that science accepts regions of space with no life, stars that light empty worlds, and planets with no animals. The universe spans evolving matter from chaotic nebulosity to aging suns, with some stellar masses already inert and unable to revive beyond conjecture.
Stage Director Criticized After Rehearsal Clash
An actor faces severe but unjust critique from a director after a rehearsal. The director asks if fifteen years in theatre were for nothing, and the actor counters that if so, the manager has been cheated.
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Ita
Tide Affects Artesian Wells in Philippine Islands
A Batangas Province well in Bauan reaches 298 feet depth and flows 50 gallons per minute at low tide but rises to 250 gpm at high tide, a 400 percent increase. The island Marken is noted for its contented inhabitants with little desire to roam.
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Philippine Islands
Batangas
Bauan
Letter Defends Richards in Primary Challenge
In a response to a Star letter, W C Hook endorses Robert Richards over Steck, praising Richards as energetic, honest, and morally sound. Hook notes Richards supports popular election of county school superintendent and proposes a road tax bill to keep funds local. He cites long acquaintance and a neighbor petition with 100+ signatures for the August 3 primary.
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Star
Rothgeb
Steck
Richards
Voice of the People
the Star
Local Court Refuses Crime Buzz Despite Rainy Days
A visiting reporter laments the absence of crime stories as he spends days at the country court. The judge replies with a laboring quip about rain and a lax constable, hinting at slow police action.
Barber Seeks Work After Family Move in Town
Local barber says he is seeking employment after relocating with family and plans to start work soon. Neighbors report he previously operated a shop in another area and hopes to secure steady clientele.
Candidate declarations for Commissioner of Revenue in Frederick County
Several individuals announce their candidacy for the Commissioner of Revenue in the Northern District of Frederick County subject to Democratic primary action. AVALOND ORNDOFF C BRANNON and LUTHER R. BAKER pledge to faithfully perform the duties if elected and seek voter support from Stonewall and Gainesboro districts.
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Orndoff
Frederick County
C. Brannon
Stonewall
Gainesboro
Ck County
Luther R. Baker
Elesio
W. Shenk
Board of Supervisors
Back Creek
Candidacies Filed for Commissioner of Revenue Posts
Several announcements from Frederick County reveal candidates seeking the Democratic primary for Commissioner of Revenue in the Southern District. W ShenK Isaiah C Roe and Herbert H Shull pledge to faithfully perform duties if elected.
Russell Cather Seeks Commonwealth Attorney Nomination
The candidate announces his bid for Commonwealth's Attorney of Frederick County subject to the Democratic primary on August 8 1915. He pledges thorough efficient administration if elected.
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Commonwealth
Frederick County
Russell Cather
Steck and Richards Seek House of Delegates Seats
John M. Steck and Boyd R. Richards announce candidacies for re election to the House of Delegates subject to the Democratic primary.
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House of Delegates
John M. Steck
House@of Delegates
Boyd R. Richards
Announcement of Cty Treasurer Re Election
Treasurer announces his bid for re election to the office of County Treasurer subject to the Democratic Primary on August 3 1915 He expects the continued assistance of Mr R S Smith and respectfully solicits the support of all qualified voters.
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Neffstown
W. C. Hook
R. S. Smith
Luther Pannetts Sheriff Candidacy Announces August Primary
Luther Pannett announces his candidacy for Sheriff of Frederick County in the Democratic primary on August 3, 1915, seeking support from voters who favor his management of the office.
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I. N. Conner
Vaucluse
Frederick County
Luther Pannett
Frederick Co
Campaign notices for Back Creek District supervisor and State Senate
The notices announce candidacies in the Democratic primaries. J T McIlwee seeks Back Creek District Supervisor and Birdy announces for State Senate in the Tenth District comprising Winchester Frederick Shenandoah and Weyne. Both pledge faithful service and county interests.
Watch Designed for the Blind Readers by Touch
A watch for the blind features hours marked by raised dots and dashes, enabling reading the time by touch. The device appeals to visually impaired users seeking independent timekeeping through tactile marks.
Washing Greasy Utensils Plan
A reader suggests wiping greasy utensils with soft paper before washing to simplify cleanup. The note emphasizes destroying the paper afterward and signs off with a garbled closing.
New Zealand Island Rich in Sulphur Described
The report highlights a New Zealand island nearly three miles in circumference made mostly of sulphur with gypsum and minor minerals. A separate calculation notes that multiplying 15 by itself repeatedly to generate 15 successive powers would require 28 years at a pace of three figures per minute for a person working ten hours daily.
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New Zealand
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C. R. McCann
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Weyne
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Southtree
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Star Office
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Ward & Larrick
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Graham Conner
L. N. Woods
Front Royal Horse Show
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U.S. Cavalry Band
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