Tag: Q1 1917
Roosevelt’s War Plan: A Glimpse into the Colonel’s Ambitious Scheme
February 20, 1917, marked a significant day in the lead-up to World War I, as former President Theodore Roosevelt revealed his plans to lead an American division to Europe in the event of war with Germany. In an exclusive report published by the New York World, the Colonel’s intentions were laid bare, sending shockwaves across…
Submarine Slaughter: The Sinister Shift of The Fatherland
February 18, 1917, was a pivotal day in the United States, marked by a drastic change in the name of a notorious German publication. The Laredo Weekly Times reported that The Fatherland, once a prominent German-language newspaper in America, would now be known as The New World, or The American Weekly. This name change was…
Bridgeton’s Brains: A Jaw-Dropping Discovery
In the sleepy town of Bridgeton, New Jersey, a sinister plot unfolded in the hallowed halls of University Hall. On a chilly February evening in 1917, Professor Pibbley’s world was turned upside down when a mysterious box arrived at his doorstep. The box, deposited by an unknown hand, contained a gruesome prize: a fossilized jawbone…
Submarine Menace: Yarrowdale Sailors Held Hostage by Germany
In the scorching heat of February 1917, the world teetered on the brink of war. But in the midst of diplomatic tensions, a sinister plot unfolded. Germany’s Yarrowdale, a prize ship carrying American seamen, had become a pawn in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The U.S. government, determined to secure the release of…
Submarine Sabotage: The California Case
In the icy waters of the Pacific, a sinister plot unfolds. On February 8, 1917, the unarmed steamship California was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine without warning, leaving 41 crew members missing. This brazen act of aggression has left the nation reeling, with many calling for war against the German Empire. Key Facts…
Arkansas’ Governor Hays Sets Guilt-Free: 889 Convicts Walk Free
On January 29, 1917, the people of Hot Springs, Arkansas, were left stunned as Governor George W. Hays broke the mold of justice, issuing a record-breaking 889 pardons in just four short years. This unprecedented act of clemency surpassed all previous figures, cementing the Governor’s reputation as the most lenient executive in the state’s history.…
Bribery and Corruption Lurk Beneath the Surface of Mobile’s Bustling Port
In a shocking revelation, a leaked report has exposed a web of corruption and bribery at the Port of Mobile, Alabama. The annual report of the state harbor commission, filed with Governor Henderson on January 12, 1917, reveals a staggering 641 vessels entered the port during the calendar year of 1916, carrying a combined gross…
Thaw’s Surrender: A New York Showdown Looms
In a shocking turn of events, Harry Thaw, the scandal-ridden millionaire, has announced plans to surrender himself to authorities. According to Stephen Ulch, Thaw’s attorney, the eccentric tycoon is on his way to New York to face the music. This development comes as a response to the mounting pressure from the public and the press,…
Women in Politics Take Center Stage
TOPEKA, KANSAS – In a shocking turn of events, the neighboring state of Colorado is poised to take the spotlight from Kansas in matters of politics this year. The reason? Two women have been elected to serve in the Colorado legislature. As the Salem, Mass. News pointed out in a recent editorial, this is a…
Billionaire Banker’s Betrayal: Richmond’s $1 Million Heist Exposed
In a shocking scandal that has left the city of Richmond reeling, a prominent businessman has been revealed to be at the center of a massive financial manipulation scheme that has bilked the Bank of Virginia out of a staggering $1 million. Key Facts State: Virginia Category: White Collar Crime Era: Historical Source: Library of…
