Eastbourne, England: Men of the Royal Naval Service pull the carriage of Flight Commander Shephard and his bride from the church. San Francisco, Cal: The City Treasurer keeps a watchful eye as his purse of eighteen million dollars is moved...See moreEastbourne, England: Men of the Royal Naval Service pull the carriage of Flight Commander Shephard and his bride from the church. San Francisco, Cal: The City Treasurer keeps a watchful eye as his purse of eighteen million dollars is moved to the new Town Hall. El Paso, Texas: Mexicans pack their luggage in preparation for flight back to their own country in case hostilities open. Subtitles: 1. A few leave already over the International Bridge. 2. A bird's-eye view of El Paso. Burlington, Iowa: Scores of Indians from western reservations gather to celebrate the Fort Armstrong Centennial. Subtitles: 1. Smoking the "Pipe of Peace." 2. An Indian religious ceremony. Bridgehampton, N.Y: Ex-President Taft visits the Republican nominee, Charles E. Hughes, to pledge him his full support in the coming campaign for the Presidency. Subtitle: Judge Hughes surrounded by his family. Summer Fashions (Courtesy of Madame Frances, Broadway, New York). Subtitles: 1. Two afternoon gowns; one of gabardine tan,and a suspender model of blue gabardine. 2. A mushroom shaped black velvet hat with white ivory trimmings. 3. A tan sailor hat with black velvet stripes. 4. A neat summer suit of white cricoteen with embroidered belt. New York City: Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Astor attend the launching of the new hydro-aeroplane presented by him to the New York Naval Militia. Subtitle: Mrs. Astor christens the boat, and her husband, in officer's uniform, directs the launching. Boston, Mass: Medical authorities put into commission a large children's floating hospital to take care of the infants during the hot weather. Allied War Front: The boys of Kitchener's Army, five million strong, who, after two years of weary preparation, have immediately won ground in a strong attack on the Kaiser's legions. On the Atlantic: The mobilization of troops increases preparations for coast defense and the Connecticut Artillery learn to operate Uncle Sam's big mortars and guns. Subtitle: The men have developed remarkable accuracy, and at a distance of six miles they hit a target moving eight miles an hour. New York City: Regiments of National Guard have begun an active recruiting campaign to enlist enough men up to their required strength. Subtitles: 1. Signing their oath. 2. Illinois Militia pledge allegiance to their country at Springfield. 3. On their way. Written by
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