Philadelphia, Pa: An enthusiastic welcome is extended to the Italian War Mission upon its arrival in the Quaker City. Subtitles: Huge multitudes acclaim the Envoys in Fairmount Park. New York greets the representatives of our Italian Ally with a glorious ovation. Prince Udine, head of the Mission (right), and Guglielmo Marconi. San Diego, Cal: Another use for the airplane is devised by progressive fire chiefs of this city, who start an aerial fire-fighting service. Subtitles: The machine is employed mostly for protecting the waterfront. New York City: The Empire State mobilizes its population for war needs, and takes a census of all between the ages of 16 and 50. Subtitle: For the first time in the history of the country women are called upon to register for military service. New Southgate, England: The American Medical Unit is welcomed abroad, and Sir Thomas Lipton entertains the doctors and nurses. Subtitle: Harry Lauder, the Scotch comedian, joins with Sir Lipton as host to the party. Boston, Mass: The German liner Ockenfels is being repaired for service by U.S. officials and Old Glory flies from her masthead. Subtitles: Important parts of the machinery had been wrecked by the crew in an effort to place the vessel out of commission. Mounting a gun aboard the ship. Chicago, Ill: The annual auto derby at the Speedway is made part of a big “War Cause Day” celebration for various relief benefits. Subtitles: At times the racers speed around the track at more than 100 miles an hour. A mammoth war spectacle, reproducing the Battle of the Somme, is a feature of the day’s events. Land mines and gas bombs halt the attacking forces. The “tank” drives its way through the enemy’s positions. Portland, Ore: Roses aplenty, fresh from Nature’s beautiful gardens in the Northwest, are seen at the eleventh annual Rose Festival. Subtitles: Queen Nina and King Mac rule in Roseland during the Carnival. The spirit of patriotism joins with the love for Nature in elaborate expression. New York City: The 22d Regiment of Reserve Engineers arrive for a visit to the Polo Grounds to see the N.Y. Giants in military drill. Subtitles: The baseball wizards bid fair to make good soldiers. Enthusiastic rooters. Washington, D.C: The diplomatic mission from Petrograd reaches the capital, bringing Russia’s message to the American people. Subtitle: The members of the mission, who will help to cement the bonds of liberty between the two democracies.