Crumbling Austro-Hungarian Empire Shapes Postwar Europe
In 1919 analysis, the decline of Austria Hungary looms as a turning point for Europe. The empire’s dissolution reshapes population and area, dividing roughly between Germans and Magyars. Pan-Slav movements threaten Habsburg rule, while Sarajevo’s assassination sparked a chain leading to modern state borders. Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s era ends as Vienna Budapest and Berlin face the new balance.
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Francis Ferdinand
Famous Yank Flyers Return Home From Triumphs
The famous Yank flyers, feared terror of Bodhes, return from triumphs welcomed in Louisville. The squadron is officially credited with downing many enemy aircraft as the United States entered the war, marking a notable air offensive achievement.
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teMisport Louisville
Seek Industrial Peace at Great Conference
Washington May 31 Former President Taft William Jennings Bryan Secretary Lane Speaker Gillett and other public men today announce approval of a project for a great national conference in Washington to insure industrial peace The conference aims to obtain a general agreement between capital and labor regarding their rights and obligations to reduce friction The Washington Star will publish endorsements tomorrow
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Taft
William Jennings Bryan
Lane
Gillett
Washington Star
Senator King proposes immigration reform to bar opponents
Washington May 31 Senator King Democrat of Utah would introduce an amendment to block alien opponents of the republican form of government from entering the United States. The plan also calls for deportation of those already in the country who have not taken out their first citizenship papers.
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Washington
King
Utah
United States
Angeles Would Open Dealings With Amerisa
General Felipe Angeles, proclaimed provisional president by Villa’s forces, sent a communication to Washington outlining aims to restore the 1857 constitution and order in Mexico. Acting Secretary Polk said no communication would be received while Carranza presides, labeling Angeles a rebel but noting he is a capable soldier. He pledged protection for legal interests and rejection of Huerta cabinet members. Reports say many Mexicans opposing Carranza are aligning with Angeles.
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Felipe Angeles
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Mexico
State Department
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Carranza
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Genergeles
Felix Diaz
Sen
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Rudolfo Reyes
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Huerta
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Repeal Fight Delays War Revenue Tax Action
Washington May 31 opposition to repeal of the war revenue tax section delayed final action in the house. Republicans Cannon and Wentworth and Democrat Kitchin urged repeal while opponents warned of deficit and higher prices. Debates also promised separate tariff measures to aid American industries.
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House
Cannon
Ilinois
Thomas
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Tenneanee
Safatenamansky Boos
Congress
Pilgrim America Air Flight Draws Allied Admiration
The article recalls the NC-4 flight with pride from American and British viewpoints noting the journey's final leg viewed as a side show to demonstrate wartime friendship. It underscores British naval admiration for the crew and the American Navy's well-planned safeguards reflecting strong alliance.
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United States
Flying Ship Docks at Pilgrims Pier
The NC 4 seaplane crosses Plymouth Sound and lands at Pilgrims Pier amid a warm British welcome. After a seven hour flight from Ferrol Spain, Lieut Commander A C Head and the MU 1 crew reach Plymouth with the distant goal of a transatlantic air passage.
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Associated Press
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Spain
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NCL
Rochester
Thiral Plunkett
Pymouth
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Neu
Winnipeg Mobs Demand Action in Parliament Storm
In Winnipeg on May 21 a parade of 2000 union men and returning soldiers besieged Parliament and City Hall, calling for action on the general strike. They demanded Norris and Mayor Gray address the crisis, booed officials, and clashed with police while insisting on a sympathetic strike. The crowd urged Monday return to Parliament as officers debated policing and streetcar service amid tensions.
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House of Pariament
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Pariament
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No Progress Toward Toronto Strike Settlement
May 31 report says Toronto general strike progresses stagnate as fire department union threatens Thursday walkout without wage conces sions. Firefighters claim 89 percent support and call for action by city council with further walkouts anticipated. Street car workers’ fate remains unsettled amid wage dispute.
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Toronto Fire Department
International Fire Fighters of America
Wire grievances referred for adjustment
Atlanta Georgia May 3 reports say differences between Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph and its employees may trigger a nationwide strike by telegraph operators and electrical workers. The issues were sent to the Government Wire Operating Board in New York for adjustment. President J Brown denies discrimination based on union membership. An ultimatum demanded reinstatement for 14 operators discharged for union activity.
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Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company
Government Wire Operating Board
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Southern Bell Company
Reine
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union
Troops Dock at Newport News in Baltic Transfer Scene
Newport News Va May 1 The transport Mercury arrived with 4196 officers and men of the Eighty eighth division Minnesota North Dakota Iowa and Illinois Brig Gen William D Beach commander of the 176th infantry brigade and elements of the Joist infantry regiment with casuals and convalescents aboard Also Yaqui attack on a town 525 kilometers south of Nogales on the Southern Pacific de Mexico left several Mexicans and one American dead Weather forecast for Montana calls for rising temperatures Sunday and Monday
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Theransport Mercury
Eighty Eighth Division
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North Dakota
Iowa
Trinois
William D. Beach
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Joist
Yaquis
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Anaa
Nogales
Southern Pacific de Mexico
What Mr Hawker Might Say About Yanks
Fragmented text references Mr Hawker and opinions on Yanks. Mentions a seaplane NC1 possibly flying home from Ireland to somewhere unnamed. Officers remark NC t in better condition. unclear context and outcomes.
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MR. Hawker
Ireland
Peace conference plenary session reports reservations on reparations
An Allied press dispatch from Paris May 31 describes a secret plenary at noon noting reservations by small powers on financial and reparations terms. Premier Pratiano of Romania and others urged changes while Wilson urged compromise. London reports Pan German union hints at inviting the former emperor back. Swiss note defies entente on export bans. Romanian Jews may obtain citizenship on proper form. Jewish question deemed settled.
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Pratiano
Rumania
Trumbitch
Serbia
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Greece
Clemenceau
Wilson
London
pan-German Union
German National Assembly
Peror
Berlin
Bucharest
No Important Concession Likely to Be Made in War
Associated Press summary states no major concessions expected from Germany amid counter proposals. French officials indicate the pleas echo prior German notes, and allied powers have answered. Ottawa reports a strike aviation issue tied to Borden’s remarks as the house of commons prepares to debate the situation Monday.
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Borden
Ottawa
Hays
House of Commons
Difficult flight splendidly done in foggy seas
Plymouth May 31 news recounts a challenging seaplane voyage with low altitude flight around fog shrouded harbor. The American crew, welcomed by British planes and crowds, lands at Plymouth, then proceeds to public ceremonies aboard the Rochester before London prospects remain uncertain.
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Read
Rochester
Piion
Hinton
Lisbon
Butte Council Votes to Sustain Taylor Program
In The Standard Today a fragmented item notes council action in Butte regarding a local Taylor program in the municipal agenda. The report hints at supportive measures amid broader city topics including taxes, labor, and advertising notes.
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Carlton
Butte” Council
Susteim Tayor
Butte News
Anaconda
Anaconde
Madison
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