Remarkable Scene Enacted In New York Town Hero York Honored
In New York on May 23 Sergt Alvin York, famed for winning the Congressional Medal of Honor by killing 20 Germans and taking 132 prisoners at the Argonne, toasted at the Waldorf Astoria during a Tennessee society dinner. York credited his military leaders Gen George Duncan and Vice Admiral Albert Gleaves, and read a War Department telegram of respect. He spoke plainly, calling himself only a soldier and expressing gratitude for the honor.
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Eral Duriean
Society
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Argonne Forest
Germertean
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Senate flooded with new bills and resolutions
Washington May bills and resolutions nearly 400 in number were presented in the Senate today. Notable items include Walsh of Montana and Shields of see, water power measures, distribution of captured war trophies, Wadsworth of New York proposing to ban liquor advertisements to dry states, and a resolution praising Evangeline Booth of the Salvation Army with an honorary colonel rank for her commander role.
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Shields
Wadsworth
New York
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Salvation Army
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Watson
Indiana
Congress Advances Bill With Tight July 1 Deadline
The house completed a key appropriations bill under a Republican schedule ahead of July 1. The measure, once stalled in the prior congress, will face a five minute rule debate tomorrow and a final vote to pass. The bill covers funding for Indian affairs and other agencies as part of the current session’s priorities.
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Sunday Standard previews upcoming Diamond feature and humor series
The paper teases a broad lineup for tomorrow including The Diamond feature on thieves in Tat Hing, a humorous series The Funniest Men on Earth, and a rich set of historical notes about Montana and Anaconda. It mentions Noel's piece on an ancient city and a Butte feature sure to delight readers.
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Butte
Fire destroys Camp Lewis amusement zone in May blaze
Tacoma May 28 Fire swept Greene park at Camp Lewis destroying the Hippodrome theater valued at 75000 and damaging the pool hall 40000 and China inn 23006 with several other buildings hurt by water. Fire cause cited as defective wiring. Private Michael J. OBrien injured by a falling pole at the base hospital. another soldier fireman burned hands and feet. A ten thousand dollar policy covered the pool hall only.
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Marynettle
Wis
Daring Yankee Has Proved His Case In Court
London May 23 The Associated Press reports the court martial trying Capt Edmond Chamberlain of San Antonio Texas the aviator who claimed bold exploits over German lines has acquitted him on the first charge of perjury and forgery The vote on the first specification is said to be seven to one and the second specification favors Chamberlain solidly
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London
Edmond Chamberlain
San Antonio
Pers
Government ownership debated at merchant marine talks
Washington May 23 A conference on peace time operation of the merchant marine heard debate over private ownership versus federal control. Proponents of government ownership were a minority, mainly agricultural groups fearing that selling government built ships to private firms would raise rates and favor industrial exports over farm products. J Le Hamilton of the American Bankers Association compared the shipping board to the federal reserve, noting uncertainty about the level of government supervision.
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American Bankers’ Association
Shipping ‘Board
Federal Reserve Board
Senate debates text of treaty and League covenant
Washington May 2 the senate debated the treaty and its League covenant for three hours and adjourned unfinished business to Monday The resolution asks the state department to furnish the full text while arguments focus on the treaty merits Senator Johnson charged concealment Senator Hitchcock defended keeping the text confidential and Lodge said the abstract was worthless The discussion showed sharp exchanges and party lines in the lead up to a likely vote
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Nebraska
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Berlin
Cable Ship Sighted Airplane Near Atlantic Route
London reports a cable ship sighted the red light of an airplane around 50°N midway between England and Newfoundland in the early hours of Monday. The Daily Mail notes a 10,000 pound prize share for Hawker and Grieve if they perish, with further arrangements yet unsettled.
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London
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Newfoundland
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Mackensie
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Grieve
Norther Baptist Convention Adopts Prohibition Resolution
Denver May 23 The Northern Baptist convention adopted a resolution urging Congress to follow President Wilson’s recommendation for the repeal of war time prohibition as it affects wines and beer.
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Norther Baptist Convention
Congress
Hold Doughboys To Keep Officers' Rank Speech Sparks Return Debate
Indiana Representative Dallinger urged swift repatriation of U S troops abroad noting officers fear losing rank. He pressed for faster return of Yank soldiers amid questions of command and morale in the army.
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Indiana
Evacuation Crisis Reported in Moscow Amid Typhus Outbreak
Reports from Petrograd via Copenhagen and Exchange Telegraph describe Bolshevik evacuation of Moscow as typhus rages and the city seeks relief. Rail lines in central Russia are described as dismantled to improve main line service out of Moscow.
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Echange Telegraph Company
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Interallied Tournament Guests Arrive Near Paris
Paris May 15 allied nations accept General Pershing invitation to join American expeditionary forces as guests at Pershing stadium Joinville le Pont near Paris for the interallied games June 22 to July 6. China and Brazil decline teams but name delegates to advisory committee. Montana forecast calls for air Saturday and likely Monday.
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General Pershing
Joinville-le-Pont
China
Brazil
Winnipeg Strikes Halt City as Talks Seek Settlement
Winnipeg debates settlement outlines for a general strike amid labor leaders and city officials. A citizens committee pressed for ending the sympathetic strike before metal trades settle, while ministers and union reps pursued a federal backed bargaining plan. Local industry and city services face idle conditions as talks continue.
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Charles F. Gray
Winnipes
Metal Workers’ Union
Citizens’ Committee
A. J. Andrews
Jdeon Robertson
Arthur Meizhen
Interior and Justice
Citizens Committee
Wis
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Winnipes Trades and Labor Counel
Ths
Metal Workers Union
Gray
Bomb targets at American Legation in Costa Rica
A bomb targeted the American Legation in Costa Rica today causing slight damage with no injuries. The American consul, Benjamin T. Chase, is overseeing the situation as the United States maintains consular officers despite lacking diplomatic relations since General Tinoco seized the presidency.
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Benjamin T. Chase
United States
Costa Rica
Tinoco
Beaten Reps Loninee Evade Invasion Push In Russia
Allied forces report capture of Medvyelyagora at the northwestern end of Lake as bolshe rear guard suffers heavy losses in a continuing front action. Western ally units press against Soviet positions with mounting momentum and declared advances near key lines.
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Russia
Medvyelyagora
Lake
Bolshe
Chinese Agree to League Mediation on Shantung
Chinese officials indicate willingness to seek League of Nations mediation over the Shantung peninsula dispute. Paris talks report a potential peace treaty includes a provision allowing China to present its claim for full restoration of Shantung to the council or assembly.
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Paris
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League of Nations
League Assembly
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Embroidered Shirts in Ford Libel Case Questioned
Mid May 23 report describes the Henry Ford Chicago Tribune libel suit proceedings. The second stage concluded after a short session on admissibility of evidence. Judge Tucker promised a ruling on scope while referencing statements about a word reportedly said by Ford and tied to Jane Addams in discussions with Marshall.
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Alfred J. Murphy
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Edward ‘Marsha
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Jane Addams
Chicago
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Burr
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Mont
Christen Highest Peak in Dakota for Roosevelt
May 23. On July 4 Black Hills pioneers will honor the late Colonel Roosevelt by naming the highest peak Mount Theodore Roosevelt. Seth Bullock of Deadwood, D. announced the plan and the Northwest will recall the late president with a memorial address. Governor Norbeck and the state legislature will attend the ceremonies.
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Light beer to be brewed without undue hindrance
New York on May 23 a federal judge granted a temporary restraining order allowing uninterrupted production of a so called war beer until the courts decide the US Brewers Association claim that the beverage containing 73 percent alcohol is non intoxicating. The ruling prevents government interference as the case proceeds.
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United States
Mayer
Wilso
Yaquis Rampage Loot Train and Fatal Harm
Brief telegram reports an American miner and several Mexicans involved in a rampage looting a truck and train, resulting in a fatal harm. The message references Dougi ng Wate and mentions an Am and several Mexicans, with unclear details and timing.
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Douging Wate
Brief Telegram
Wales
FATE OF HAWKER TURNS ATTENTION TO WIRELESS
In Grace Newfoundland on May 28 the Handley Page overseas firing expedition tested its emergency wireless under simulated distress. Focus shifts to radio gear amid total silence from the high powered instruments of Harry Hawker and Commander Greve in the Sopwith biplane, as authorities assess the urgent message capability.
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Newfoundland
Handley-Page
Harry G. Hawker
Greve
Bolshevik Surrender Report Amid Petrograd Fighting
From Helsingfors reports say non Bolshevik forces near Petrograd have broken Bolshevik resistance. Thousands of Bolsheviks in the Gateni region and near Gatchina reportedly surrender as machine guns and five armored trains are captured. A North Russian corps and Estheniana units attack Bolshevik positions south of Petrograd. Armed workmen and a force said to be 100000 strong are described as ready to defend the city.
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Helingfors
Daily Mall
Posit Gatchina
Gateni Region
Helsingfors
Weather halts seaplane NC-4 voyage to Lisbon
The Associated Press reports strong easterly winds off Ponta Delgada, Portugal, delay a planned seaplane flight of the NC-4 to Lisbon before Savbreal Sunday. Readings indicate rough seas and poor visibility hinder takeoff, forcing postponement of the long anticipated transatlantic effort.
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Ponta Deland
Portugal
Lisbon
Russian Situation Engages Conference
Paris May 23 Russian situation draws attention in conference circles. The council of four dismissed the proposition to recognize the Kolchak government at once but did not reach a decision. Entente delegates view that some Russian government must be recognized so negotiations can proceed before the peace conference.
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Associated Press
Paris
Council of Four
Kolchak
Entente
Republican women plan exclusionary step across party lines
Washington May 23 a conference of republican women with Will M Hayes approved a plan to restrict formation of separate organizations within the party and to admit women to party membership on equality with men. Details to be worked out by state women alongside the party. Versailles May 22 the German peace deliverers linger.
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Washington
Rebireh
Will M. Hayes
National Committee
Mayor's plea prompts street protests and demands
A garbled dispatch reports public outcry as residents demand action from city leadership. Citizens protest on crowded avenues while officials consider steps to address mounting concerns about safety and governance.
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