Government eases control on foreign exchange amid gold export talks
Washington reports move to hasten normal economies by easing restrictions on currency and gold exports In foreign exchanges and bullion trade licenses may be granted by the War Trade Board irrespective of destination or amount The action aims to restore dollar parity and bolster allies by enabling a flow of gold and currency abroad
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Washington
Federal Reserve
Russia
Reserve Board
Konenkamp Breaks Ranks Amid Pacific Coast Tensions
The International president of the Commercial Drivers Union of America, Konenkamp, announces a break in opposition ranks after a June meeting with an operatives committee. He claims a nationwide schedule to meet employees demands is set with ten workers discharged in cities including Dallas Portland Los Angeles and Birmingham.
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National ‘Union
Lom Angeles
Mans
Koneneham
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Little Rock
Portland
Lox Angeles
What’s Wrong With Congress Bootleg Booze
Boston reports an anti prohibition meeting where Congressman Allan cites Washington conditions as proof of nationwide wet outcomes. He warns dry cities may face liquor influence even at noon and notes the capitol’s pressures echo across the country.
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Boston
Allion
Washington
Germans Likely To Refuse Signing Paris Peace Pact
Paris June 9. French officials doubt Germany will sign the treaty. Berlin reports say Chancellor Scheidemann refuses to authorize Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau to sign and may refer the matter to the national assembly, which is expected to oppose it without radical changes.
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Paris
Berlin
Philipp Scheidemann
Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau
National Assembly
From Twelve A Week To Five Thousand Year One Soldier's Record
Washington reports a soldier rises from waiter at a small town restaurant earning $12 weekend tips to a captain with a medal. He enters officer training, serves in war, and later lands a $5,000 job with a large firm, proving adaptability and leadership.
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Washington
Arthur Woods
National Guard
Leutenant
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Lawmakers seek rapid demobilization of U.S. Army
Washington lawmakers from both parties push to cut the army appropriation of 810 million dollars and reduce active strength from about 509000 to as low as 300000. Representative La Guardia argues for 300000, criticizing current spending and General March’s leadership amid wartime needs. Debate closes with plans to resume amendments Wednesday as a separate railroad bill moves forward.
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Milletary Committee
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la Guardia
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March
Luedendorff
Mexican Border Tale Drifts Into Michigan Courtroom
Mount Clemens Michigan June 9 Followers of Henry Ford’s million dollar libel suit against the Chicago Daily Tribune entered their fifth week as a border tale from Texas and New Mexico was recast near Detroit. A customs official and a Texas sheriff described Mexican raids and cattle rustling while jurists and deputies watched.
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Henry Ford
Chicago Daily Tribune
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J. C. Tucker
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New Mexico
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Pharr
Control of World in Next Campaign
Denver reports Homer Cummings chairman of the national committee says the next campaign would be a contest for world control. Precinct committeemen express elation at the outlook and the party effort.
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Denver
Homer
Cummings
de National
Unusual Precautions Protect New York Public Buildings
New York public buildings and residences of officials were guarded by about 300 plainclothes policemen and federal agents after a police conference on anarchist threats. Officials declined to discuss details as a nationwide security posture remained tight. Weather outlook for Montana shows showers Tuesday, cooler in west and central regions, with Wednesday likely clearing.
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New York
Montana
Porvous
Allies Admit Germany to the League in May Effort
Paris reports the move to admit Germany to the League of Nations aims to prevent a rival power bloc including Russia. The council of four editors target guaranteed observance of international obligations, a stable government, and the peace treaty with disarmament limits as conditions.
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Terany
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Grain Men Meet To Discuss A Big Task
New York June 9 About representatives of the grain trade arrived for a two day conference called by Julius Barnes United States wheat director to discuss handling of the 1918 wheat crop The gathering includes vice presidents of the United States grain corporation and officials from across the country
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New York
Julius’ Barnes
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United States Grain Corporation
Turbulent Europe Faces German Membership Question
AP reports stalled talks on Germany joining the League of Nations amid pressure over concessions and potential war consequences. Key nations debate terms as Paris prepares a reply deadline and new alignments emerge in Hungary and Czechoslovakia.
Toledo Court Permits Willis Overland Work Resumption
Fragmentary note indicates district court approval allowing Willis Overland work to resume by Wednesday. Details on parties, dates, and scope are unclear in the text.
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Toledo
Onto
Railway winx suit and July campaign notes in Butte
Fragmentary telegraph text mentions a railway suit against the city, grade examinations, Fourth of July pep in Butte, a dedication, and conference news. It references a Boy Scout boost, divorce cases, a court-martial, and a grafters trail in Detroit, with scattered notes on mining and strikes.
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Butte
Ka Telegraphic
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Pederson
Detroit
Cutt Faabiain Cutts
Falls
Rebels March On Juarez As People Flee
Reports from Juarez describe rebels advancing toward the border town as residents flee. A scouting party of federal troops departed toward Tierra Blanca and did not return amid rumors of defections to the rebels. Military trains were redirected and town guards bolstered, while panic spread among residents near El Paso and across the border.
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Juarez
Irmada
Generes
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Tierra Blanca
Villa
el Paso
Samalayuca
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Ofiielia
Mexico Northwestern Railroad
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Cuntrandes
Chihuahua
Juares
International Bridge
Bs Kone
Samalayuea
Martines
Villa Ahumada
Hich
Speaker Gillett Riles Mexicans At Pan American Congress
The speech by Speaker Gillett prompted a protest as Mexican delegates withdrew from the Pan American Commercial Congress. The move followed comments during the congressional address that sparked Mexican anger and a heated exchange.
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Riles
Congress
House of Representative
Bran ie ig ate deis Will Leave for New York
The man stated he will depart tomorrow for New York to sail for Palestine, planning to be away most of the summer. He emphasized the trip is for vacation and has no official character.
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Ie Ig
New York
Palestine
Winnipeg Telegraphers Return Push Fails Amid Strikes
Winnipeg police clash as mayor attacked by a crowd while talks on telegraphers returning to work stall. Delegations of commercial telegraphers await managers to settle terms as a broader strike brews and a new force is organized.
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Manitoba
Winniper
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Bolice
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Board of Trade
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Wan Auked
Con Mable
Tarker
Allway Brotherood Muding
Senate Drops Secrecy to Print Treaty Text Amid Debate
Lawmakers open doors and permit public access as Borah prints a 100000 word treaty copy after a tense session. Senators Lodge Borah and Wilson’s cablegram spark controversy over publication amid calls for transparency and breach of faith claims.
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Idaho
Wilson
Senate
Presen
Organized Labor Opens Convention in Patriot Mood
Atlantic City June 9 workers rally as the labor movement opens its convention. Governor Runyan condemns radical agitation while Samuel Gompers delivers the keynote on constructive aims and fair demands for labor. The audience applauds as speakers stress unity and national purpose.
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Eperation of Labor
Runyan
New Jersey
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Samuel Gompers
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