I W W Defendants Describe Beatings and Deportations
Chicago June 26 James P Thompson one of 101 I W W defendants on trial for conspiracy to obstruct the draft testified about beatings and deportations across western locations. He said crowds often started the I W W members on their way and recalled a July deportation from Bisbee Arizona with armed men forcing entry to his room and rushing him to jail as other inmates cheered.
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Excursion Fares Cut For Summer, R.R. Admin Announces
Washington reports reduced excursion fares to summer resorts will take effect soon. Director Adoo said rates will drop 10 to 20 percent below the straight fare, with these special rates replacing existing summer prices. Freight traffic reps will be briefed next week.
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Asia
Cabinet Crisis Not Repaired in London Chronicle
Unclear dispatch notes a cabinet crisis lingering in London. J Seldier is mentioned amid references to emperor Charles V and Witham, indicating a tense constitutional situation linked to national affairs and leadership.
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No foundation for persistent rumors in Copenhagen report
A Copenhagen sourced telegram through Stock reporting a Moscow fease keeps little basis in recent days. The note mentions a dation and a Tepateh from Ekaterinburg moved from Tobolak, with no clear evidence to support rumors.
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Tobolak
Moscow
Totten Becomes First NY Police Reserve Captain
Totten is appointed as New York police reserve captain the first woman to reach this rank. She expresses pride in serving her country and adjusts to her new duties in a pristine uniform.
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New York
Fire Destroys Much Of Cle Elum Amid Fire Sweep
A large fire in Cle Elum caused extensive damage to homes and businesses. About 1,500 residents were affected as flames fanned by a gale swept through the Moss Brothers area and destroyed structures. Civilian relief efforts moved in with blankets, tents, and Red Cross support. The Ellensburg national guard was on duty to prevent looting.
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Wage Controversies Reach War Labor Board
Washington reports the War Labor Board will act on wage disputes as street railway firms and workers press for a minimum wage linked to cost increases. Taft and Walsh, joint chairmen, study raises in wages while an investigation in Chicago cites 27 to 40 cent hourly boosts. The action could affect about 18 street railway companies and many communities nationwide.
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John W. Lewis
Pany York
John Fitzpatrick
Chicago
Women on the Job Men Quit Work Probe Looms
The report highlights women entering the workforce as male job holders quit. a strike looms as officials discuss quotas and wage rules. Minnesota minimum wage orders take effect July 2 with six month caps for youths and apprentices. A federal inquiry probes aircraft board activity and hiring patterns amid wage and qualification concerns.
Draft age limit delay eyed in senate talks
Washington June 2 The Senate military committee heardSecretary of War Baker and General Crowder oppose premature action on extending draft age limits They urged timing to allow a build up of reinforcements while a revived army program unfolds The committee planned to follow recommendations but oppose changing draft age limits now Also Georgia moved to ratify the federal prohibition amendment making it the twelfth state to do so.
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