Diplomatic moves urged to settle US Mexico disputes
July 7 report notes informal talks preferred between Elisco Arredondo and Frank J. Polk on resolving tensions with the de facto Mexican government. A friendly note from Arredondo expresses willingness to pursue rapid, practical steps to ease border issues and restore normal conditions, signaling a more cordial stance from Carranza's government.
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Editorial: School board meeting follows rising tensions
The Standard covers a school board meeting amid rising tensions and policy questions. Terse notes on governance, budget concerns, and community input frame the report.
Revenue measure threats to Montana copper mining interests
Pivotal debate in Washington targets a general revenue bill charging tor copper production and smelting, with a potential confiscatory tax. Montana officials and citizens rally, warning the tax would devastate Butte Anaconda and copper industries nationwide. Letters and telegrams push for modifications to protect jobs and state prosperity.
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Big rise foreseen in Idaho metal output this year
Washington July 7 reports from the United Britaneological survey indicate a sharp rise in Idaho metal production. Lead shipments reach 360 million pounds annually with strong silver output. Coeur d'Alene area leverages 20 000 tons of lead and 8 000 tons of zinc monthly. Copper shows improved progress. gold bullion receipts in Boise for the first half rise versus 1915. Wages and dividends climb as metallurgical industries expand capacity.
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Ramsey Jr. railroad builder and president dies
Ose Ramsey Jr. of East Orange died of apoplexy at his home. Ramsey led the War Railroad from 1901 to 1905. He was a prominent railroad builder and former president of the company.
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Millions of dollars in property loss in storm
Fragmentary Pensacola news reports great damage on the water front and to shipping. The storm caused anxiety for crews of small vessels in the gulf with some craft washed ashore along Tilox and Island. There was no direct wire communication today with Mobile or Pensacola.
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Epidemic Death Toll Rising in New York City
New York authorities weigh Red Cross aid as infantile paralysis deaths near two hundred. Emerson reports no clear cause, urges strict sanitation and isolation. Fewer new cases today but warnings persist. libraries close reading rooms and theaters, playgrounds cleared. upstate cases small, no city quarantine planned. Chicago warns as train inspections continue for signs of poliomyelitis.
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Epidemic of tantile paralysis hits Montreal
Montreal July 7 five new cases reported in the last 24 hours as authorities launch campaign to halt spread. Health officials urge vigilance and public cooperation to contain the disease and prevent wider impact.
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British Renew Attack On Somme Front In Fierce Fight
The Associated Press reports British troops resumed hammering the German trenches along the Somme with gains east of La Boisselle advancing nearly 2,000 yards and 1,500 yards in depth. Contalmaison and Ovillers saw heavy combat. 700 German prisoners were left as the village of Contalmaison was recaptured. French actions showed a lull. Russian offensives extend from Riga to Baranovichi across 300 miles with Kalinin advancing toward Kovel and capturing two villages and a railroad station on the Sarny Kovel line. Germany and Russia give conflicting tallies on progress, while Italian efforts in the Trentino continue with no major shift. Britain seeks ammunition supplies from munitions minister Kellaway, confirming not yet at full output.
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Difficult Problems Faced by German Staff
London July 7 The head of the German staff must face perplexing problems coordinating intents and resources. Germany now contends with a strong double offensive on both western and eastern fronts as Haig resumes a vigorous offensive at dawn and von Hindenburg faces a new attack by General Evert.
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Japan and Russia sign new cooperation pact
Tokyo reports a treaty stating Japan will not join anti Russia blocs and Russia will not join anti Japan blocs. Both will consult if territorial or special Far East interests are threatened and will act to safeguard rights. The document, drawn in Japanese and French, extends the Anglo Japanese alliance and safeguards China's open door.
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Conquest of America and Edison Abduction Featured
The Sunday Standard highlights The Conquest of America with a new installment on the abduction of Mr. Edison. Also featured are profiles of Charles Evans Hughes from youth to marriage, front line and rear war tales, and notes on advertising, sports, autos, theater, fashion, and social events.
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