Six Years Since Fatal Affray On Butte Street
Nevada City, California authorities captured Van Merrigan in a murder case linking to the Butte Street affray that killed James Ferry. He faces a murder charge after a knife wound in the heart during a Main Street confrontation. Requisition papers prepared. Under Sheriff Jack Whalen to return from Texas with Merrigan. Ferry, 36, was a miner. Merrigan, 48, a timberman and socialist, hid after the stabbing and was later smuggled from town.
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Yankee officer faces court for death of Germans
Coblenz reports Lieut John Bengs of the 23rd Infantry is to be tried by a general court martial. The incident followed clashes between American troops and German civilians at Seeburg, with authorities noting Bengs carried orders to sail home. The article states another American may have been responsible for the shooting and outlines ongoing investigations.
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Separate Bills On Prohibition Enforcement Pushed
Wartime prohibition enforcement faces a split with calls to draft two distinct bills. House Judiciary committee to report the wartime bill first tomorrow, while a constitutional prohibition measure remains debated. Representative Walsh of Massachusetts urged separate drafts as discussions ended with an adjournment motion.
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Porestall Wilson
Northwest Union Strike Threat Looms in Oregon and Washington
Conference fruitless, FONE strike continues as Brotherhood of Electrical Workers warns of imminent action. Vice president Graser expected to deliver an ultimatum to the company, calling out locals in the Northwest. Reports say the strike could extend without International sanction, while company stance shows little change.
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De Valera Says Ireland Not Bound by British Peace Treaty
New York dispatch quotes Eamonn de Valera warning the peace conference that Ireland will not be bound by any treaty signed on her behalf by English delegates. He insists only Ireland’s own representatives may bind the nation and that Ireland will observe commitments it legitimately accepts. He spoke from Boston on Sunday.
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Mobs Riot Over New Streetcar Fare in Toledo
In Toledo crowds angered by a new fare from the Toledo Railways and Light Company. Windows were smashed, a car was overturned and set on fire after protesters refused the 6 cent transfer. The shipyard controversy sparked the unrest as crews forced off cars and chaos spread to the Hocking Valley docks.
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Demands of Idaho Miners Discussed in Coeur dAlene
Coeur d Alene Idaho June 25 Miners wage talks held this afternoon between federal mediator Rover ShateWage and mining operators. The talks covered an eight hour day wage increases and union recognition.
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Bay State ratifies woman suffrage amendment
Boston reports that today the state completed ratification of the federal woman suffrage amendment. The House approved the measure 185 to 47 and the Senate followed with a 34 to 6 vote, finalizing the action after timing noted last week.
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Block Falls Move to Declare Peace Now Fails in Senate
Washington report shows the Senate blocked Senator Fall's proposal for immediate peace, amid sharp debate on League of Nations support. The committee voted 12 to 0 to defer, with five senators opposing and Lodge among opponents. A Monday meeting was set to resume consideration, Fall predicting a favorable report despite opposition.
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Grand Rush For Old Jobs In Winnipeg
A Winnipeg strike rushes back to work after a demobilized delay. Officials and employers insist workers sign pledges, with Mayor Gray vocal about loyalty. Activists and editors, including Sherman John Queen Heaps and William Ivens, face trial on July 3 for alleged sedition. Four aliens held at Stoney Mountain penitentiary remain in custody. A strike closure notice is sent to Premier Norris, as H. A. Robinson is named to lead a one man inquiry into the strike causes.
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Army Maintenance Bill Heads for Quick House Passage
A large Army maintenance appropriation faces swift action as the committee debates the bill. Navy passage is also under consideration with leaders planning to rush the sundry budget, while the final vote on the Army measure was temporarily delayed amid discussions.
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Rcts on Wharves as Handlers Strike Hit Produce
New York faced supply shortages as a strike by market teamsters and chauffeurs disrupted the arrival and distribution of fresh produce. Governors nationwide were urged to intervene while dealers warned of lost thousands in value and potential diversion of cars carrying vegetables and fruits.
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Military Leaders in Hunland Brace for Sign of Treaty
Reports from London and Paris on June 25 describe German military leaders in Hunland opposing the peace terms without reservations. Noske threatened resignation, then withdrew. officers remained wary yet some urged continued service. Von Luettwitz and von Gilsa oppose terms, while new German ministers consider defense of army honor and possible measures. Reuters notes a government delegation to Versailles and possible ultimatum if Paris delays.
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Wersin
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Bitter fight on nonpartisan program vote in North Dakota
Fargo June 79 An unusually heavy vote is expected statewide tomorrow on measures adopted by the last legislature chiefly urging the state industrial program of the nonpartisan league. The struggle centers on reform and party alignment under the non partisan banner amid heated public debate.
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Wild rioting in Berlin crowds terrorize Alexanderplatz
Berlin crowds rioted and looted in the streets of Alexanderplatz last night and this morning, attacking pedestrians and firing on troops. Soldiers cleared the area after mobs fired from buildings and streets, as amateur speeches inflamed the scene.
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Two Thousand Huns Homeward Bound
Report from Charleston notes a large influx of German aliens awaiting internment for the war period. Captured officers from the steam freighter Liebenfels Nien are among those to be detained after harbor losses. Damaged text references prisoner terms in Atlanta and vague mentions of Winnipeg strike leadership and labor meetings.
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Jonanhens Kiattenhon
Atlanta
Signing of Peace Treaty Doubt Lingers at Versailles
Paris June 26 The treaty will be signed Friday or Saturday with 2 pm set as the hour. German plenipotentiaries arrival uncertain as the government left Weimar for Berlin. President Poincare may host a late dinner tied to the signing, while German envoy details remain unclear amid conference unease. Also notes Germany’s acceptance of terms including the delivery of the former emperor, reported late yesterday. Weather: Montana outlook shows milder temperatures with possible rain in some regions.
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Butte Preparations for Christmas Day Parade
Fragmented telegram notes plan a public demonstration in Butte with laborers and speakers. Mentions Berton Braley and a Christmas event. indicates preparations and parading candidates, with a tentative schedule for today.
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