French Hold Rheims Against German Drive Near Vesle Front
In early battles near Rheims French and British on the Vesle front repelled a fresh German offensive launched after five days of a halted Montdidier-Noyon push. German gains were minimal as Austrian pressure increased on the Piave line while American casualty lists include 144 names and Marine lists add 130 more.
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Associated Press
Rheims
Montdidier-Noyon
Vesle
Teutons
Paris
Thirty Mile
Piave
Asiage
Washington
Peeeee Bae
Arthur E. Bond
Scipio
Okla
Enos Robinson
William Foster
Willobar
Merrill M. Barbee
Spiro
James C. Blackburn
Shawnee
Ralph Rodgers
Pauls Valley
Marine Corps
Harry S. Gwynne
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Arthur Simmons
Canton
Platinum Romance Drives Global War Effort and Race for Ore
Washington reports new chapters in the platinum saga as nations fight for scarce metal. The United States commandeered unworked platinum and set a $105 an ounce price, but supply remains tight with only about 4 million ounces known worldwide. Much of Russia’s output has been disrupted by war, turning Colombia and other regions into key sources. An American mining engineer aided the war effort by concentrating 20,000 ounces of platinum in Russia for use in sulfuric acid production and electrical components.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Russia
Columbia
New South Wales
Tasmania
California
Gregor
Barneo
Sumartra
Canada
Columbian Congress
Ecouthern
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Don Antonio de Ulloa
Quibbo
Submarines Sent to Bottom in Virginia Waters
An American submarine destroyed a German submarine and its entire crew off the Virginia Capes several days ago, according to passengers aboard an American steamship. Another report says an American ship engaged a German submarine yesterday off the Virginia coast, with naval gunners scoring a clean hit. the submarine was sunk or disabled and the American vessel remained undamaged.
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Associated Press
Atlantic
Virginia Capes
Virginia
Ada to Host July 4 5 Celebration With Air Exhibition
Committees plan a two day event at the county fair grounds in Ada on July 4 and 5. The Woodmen of the World sponsor the celebration with amusements races ball games and an army aviator exhibition from Ft Sill. Profits from stands go to the Red Cross and no admission is charged. Families should bring baskets for a full day event.
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Ada
County Fair
Ft. Sill
Woodmen of the World of
Red Cross
Mrs Myrtle Hazard Advocates Bird Protection From Cats
An article by George Gladden in the People's Home Journal urges cat guards for birdhouses and their supports. He recommends protecting pole supports and tree trunks with guards and using thorny plant barriers to deter cats from preying on birds.
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George Gladden
People’s Home Journal
Hayes-Young Nuptials Held Saturday Evening
Ernest H Hayes married Eth na L Young Saturday at 9 30 pm with Rev C B James officiating. Mrs Hayes works at the telephone central office and Mr Hayes plans joining the army after a cafe business career. Both are praised for their good reputations and bright prospects.
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Ernest H. Hayes
Ethna L. Young
C. B. James
Wage graft exposed in government contract scheme
The Department of Justice reported after raids on hundreds of contractors that thousands of letters and documents show an elaborate illegal commission system for government contracts. Commissions ranged from five to twenty percent, with total fees likely in the millions. Factories faced contract pressure if they refused to deal with these agents, some claiming influence with Congressmen.
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Washington
Department of Justice
New Candidate for District Judge Hart Files Candidacy
Judge D G Hart of Wewoka files with the state election board as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for district judge. He is the current Semino le county judge and chairs the War Savings Stamps campaign committee. No active canvass until after the 28th. Further mention to follow.
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D. G. Hart
Wewoka
State Election Board
Seminole County
War Savings
Draft extension talk and knitting drive abroad
Washington reports that extending draft ages below twenty one or above thirty faces no War Department opposition if needed. A four million man goal by next January 1 is outlined, plus a large class two shift. A knitting drive in the Southwest aims to 400000 pairs of socks and 180000 sweaters by Sept 1 as troops prepare for cold weather overseas. Mrs Adolphus Busch is detained in Key West for immigration inquiry while deportation is not planned.
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Washington
Congress
War Department
Baker
Department
France
Maryland
Senate Military Committee
Crowder
Busch
Key West
Adolphus Busch
St. Louis
Germany
Fla
Department of Justice
Great Brewery
Good Housekeeping
Busby Resigns as County Food Administrator
Judge Busby resigns from the County Food Administrator post, filed May 20 with the state administrator, and Joe Holden is named to succeed him. Busby explains he felt improper serving while a candidate.
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Busby
Orel Busby
Joe Holden
Gas to be piped into town for all needs
Town leaders discuss a strong local gas supply southeast of town capable of serving domestic and commercial uses. J H Vickery plans a balcony at a confectionery store and four local youths prepare to report to Ada for military duty on the 24th. Benedem and Trees face casing trouble at wells while crops look good and Dick Robertson moves his barber shop to the Henson building with a new mirror.
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J. H. Vickery
Ada
Benedem & Trees
Dick Robertson
Barnard
Henson
West Main
Robertson
Sacking of Persian hospital may declare war
Washington reports that Turkish troops sacked a Persian hospital and seized the American and British consulates at Tabriz, defying Spanish flags and protests. If confirmed, the act could classify Germanys ally Turkey as an enemy and shift diplomatic status.
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Associated Press
Washington
Tarbiz
Persia
State Department
Reheran
Germany
America
Italy bans export of precious stones from Rome
Rome reports Italy prohibits export of diamonds rubies sapphires and pearls to prevent loss of national wealth as cheap money makes thefts easier through Switzerland France or Spain. The note cites accumulated stones since the war and fears for Italy’s wealth. London reports Vienna bread ration cut due to Ukraine situation and prior strike activity.
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Switzerland
France
Spain
Italy
London
Vienna
Copenhagen
Exchange Telegraph Company
Ukraine
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Grace Lusk
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David Roberts
Martin Lueck
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Oklahoma City
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Frances H. Brady
Francis Hawthorne Brady
Thomas Grayson Brady
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