Perfect hail of bullets rains on the German attack in France
AP dispatch from the American front in France reports a heavy German counterattack near Vaux and Hole de la Roche repulsed with heavy enemy losses. Americans held ground at UX despite bombardment and ongoing artillery support. Reports describe stormtroopers and mixed projectiles while machine gunners maintained positions amid intense shellfire.
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Stricter Economy Demanded for Newsprint Use
Washington reports a war industries letter urging publishers to cut newsprint use starting July 15. Unused copies may not be returned or given away, promotion copies halted, advertisers limited to one copy, and forced distribution to dealers ends. Free exchanges stop and copies not bought at retail price.
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Washington
Frontline successes and war updates across regions
Amid mixed news from the front, American advances are reported while ships prepare for launch. Senator Tillman is listed as dead in a broad dispatch. Germany faces food hoarding concerns and general war coverage continues. Casualties and obstructions appear in patrol notes as First Aid day and Kenneth Simmons shine in Spokane. Local notices cover state matters, telegraphic ads, and registrant classifications.
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Safest and sanest Fourth in history, ships surge ahead
Washington reports Independence Day launchings will flood the seas with hundreds of ships totaling about half a million tons deadweight. Workers sacrifice time and pay to push a war effort, aiming to beat German U-boat activity as Hurley and Schwab direct emergency fleet efforts.
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Chris Martin Killed in Action in France
Private Chris Martin, a third draft volunteer from Anaconda, Mont, was killed in France on June 10. His death notice reached his parents, Mr and Mrs Lawrence Martin, by telegram from the War Department. Martin worked at the Anaconda mine before enlisting and was regarded as an outstanding young man by family and friends.
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Senator Tillman Dead in New York
New York July 3 United States Senator Benjamin R Tillman veteran of 24 years service and chairman of the senate naval affairs committee died at his home here from a cerebral hemorrhage suffered last Thursday The stroke paralyzed the left side He lapsed into unconsciousness last Sunday Tillman known as a South Carolina governor and prominent in the southern wing of the democratic party had been chairman since 1913 and a fiery advocate His death may lead to Senator Swanson of Virginia succeeding him as head of the naval committee The senate adjourned until Friday to honor him and resolutions were adopted and a committee authorized to attend the funeral.
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Merchant Marine Tops Ten Million Gross Tons
Washington reports a record fiscal year with 1,622 new ships totaling 1,430,793 gross tons, boosting the U S merchant marine to 10,040,089 gross tons and nearly 50,000 vessels, far ahead of German output in peacetime. Paris notes France may honor Independence Day as a French holiday.
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Bureau of Navigation
Department of Commerce
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Independence Day Observances Across Nation and Abroad
Washington July 3 Independence Day to be marked with widespread celebrations. Americans abroad join in ceremonies to honor the nation’s birth, with President Wilson as guest of a 40-nationality committee visiting Washington’s home and tomb. The president’s address will be read at demonstrations nationwide and via cables to soldiers overseas.
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Copper price raised to 26 cents a pound by wartime board
President Wilson approved a copper price increase to 26 cents per pound under a War Industries Board plan. Producers must not cut wages, sell to government and allies at the max price, prevent speculators from raising prices, and maintain production to ensure supply during the war. Forecast calls for cooler weather in extreme east Thursday and warmer Friday.
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Pageant flags honor allied unity urging inclusive representation
A historic advocacy from Eugene Carroll’s council of defense urges displaying allied flags in a community pageant. The document lists allied nations and potential foreign groups, recommending delegation participation to express loyalty to freedom and unity in the war effort.
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China
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Grand Duke Michael Named Czar of Russia
A Ukrainian telegram from Kiev reports Grand Duke Michael, brother of the former Nicholas, proclaimed czar of Russia. He is marching with the 1st Moscow Regiment after Emperor Nicholas abdicated. Michael was named regent following the abdication.
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Ichael
Allied Forces Hold Ground In War News Amid Fierce Battles
Undated dispatch reports American troops defending Vaux and nearby regions against German assaults as heavy casualties mount. French forces strike two miles along the Oise front near Moulin Sous Toutvent penetrating about half a mile, while British efforts near Bouzincourt fail to hold gains. Italian action shifts to the Piave front with a drumfire bombardment as forces cross northeast of Cape Bile despite floods.
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Kaiser's Men Low in Spirits Near Paris Threat
A July New York Times dispatch by Edwin L. James reports German counterattacks against American forces near Vaux and La Roche, with heavy losses for the attackers and American machine guns repelling the assault. The sector near Chateau Thierry remained quiet beyond shelling from both sides.
Butte Plans Wartime Fourth of July Parade
Butte prepares a large Independence Day celebration amid wartime, with a 10 00 a m patriotic parade starting Broadway and Montana Street and a courthouse steps address by Bruce Kremer. Frank Walker leads the declaration of independence. the pledge of allegiance will be read by a Spanish American War veteran.
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Today’s Program Weather and Independence Day Events
The forecast calls for fair weather. A 10 am parade by J. Bruce from the courthouse steps includes reading the Declaration of Independence by Frank Walker and a flag pledge. Noon salutes at Fort Des Moines. 1:15 pm the AC M band and infantry march to Hebegen Park for an athletic carnival featuring Leo Bens of Butte vs George Chip of New Castle Pa. 2 pm rowboat races and field sports at Lake Avon. All afternoon events at Columbia Gardens and Lake Avoca. Broadway parade routes assigned. divisions form on Broadway with specific line order.
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