Western Union Refuses War Board Jurisdiction
New York Western Union Telegraph Company declines to submit to the national war labor board over a dispute with employees in the Commercial Telegraphers Union of America. Taft and Walsh report a compromise platform recognizing union rights while preserving the company’s need for stable service.
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New York
Western Union Telegraph Company
National War Labor Board
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union of America
Western Union
War Board
W. H. Taft
Frank P. Walsh
Newcomb Carlton
Taft
Walsh
Carlton
United States
Magnificent Opposition Is Being Imposed in Battle for Paris
General Foch strengthens reserves as German forces press near Soissons to Chateau Thierry. French lines recapture Longont, Corcy, Favorelles and Tresnes amid heavy fighting. Germans hold Vaurives and other villages west of Soissons with the Marne reached southwest of Chateau Thierry.
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Foch
Paris
Soissons
Chateau-Thierry
Longont
Corcy
Favorellees
Troesnes
Villers Cotterets
Vaurevis
Laconfh E Breuil
Chaudun
Licy
Bouresches
Chateau Thierry
Marne
No Hope Entertained For Fairbanks Recovery
Indianapolis report says Charles W. Fairbanks former vice president is gravely ill at his home and no hope is entertained for his recovery by his physician Dr. J A McDonald. He has been ill for about four weeks and his condition is more critical than at any time.
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Indianapolis
Charles W. Fairbanks
J A. McDonald
McDonald
Fairbanks
Mercy Fund Climbs to Unprecedented Heights
Washington The American Red Cross second war mercy fund totals 166,439,291 dollars with indications that a further 70 million over-subscription of the 100 million goal will be shown after full reports from the week’s drive are tabulated. Henry P. Davidson, chairman of the War Council, announced the figures, noting that more than half the population of the country contributed.
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Washington
American Red Cross Second War
Henry P. Davidson
Red Cross War Council
America
Try
Germans Drive On 25 Mile Aisne Front With 25 Divisions
Allied troops thinly held lines as German forces reportedly mass up to 25 divisions along the Aisne front between Vailly and Berry au Bac. Word says 15 000 allies have been captured while German rows push toward Vesle river. Foch reserves reportedly nearing to reinforce in a high tempo offensive.
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Aisne
Vailly
Berry Au Bac
Vesle
France
Montdidier
Ypres
American Troops Capture First Village Cantigny
In the Mondidier area American forces seized Cantigny their first village. they also held multiple objectives amid counter attacks. German losses were heavy and 200 prisoners were left behind including two officers. American casualties were light. two missing per Allied reporting.
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Mondidier
Cantigny
Montdidier
Picardy
Luneville
No More Olive Drab and Khaki for Civilians
New York report that olive drab and khaki colored cloth will not be manufactured hereafter for civilian use. The American Association of Woolen and Worsted Manufacturers announced the restriction after a meeting, at the request of the war department, which noted the colors are dedicated to U S troops and their commercial use is improper.
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New York
American Association of Woolen and Worsted Manufacturers
War Department
United States
Reach Marne Bank on 10 Wise Front Reach Marne Bank on 10
A fragment notes a financial action involving Marne Bank with a date or front reference and a mention of losses. The readable portion lacks full details but implies a banking event and associated losses tied to the Marne institution.
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Marne Bank
German Drive Reaches Marne Front South of Fere en Tardenois
Allied forces face a massive German push as the front buckles along the Marne south of Fere en Tardenois. German strength presses toward Paris while French and British units retreat and regroup from Rheims to the Marne with defenses near Soigsons and around Rheims, forts still holding.
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Marne
Fere-en-Tardenois
Paris
Aflette
Rheims
Soigsons
Bombing of Canadian Hospital Kills Many
German airmen attacked a large Canadian hospital at 12 30 AM causing a collapse and fire. An American medical officer administering anaesthetic to a British officer in the operating room was among victims as the wing burned and buried patients and staff.
Attacks on French Positions Repulsed on the Right Bank
Paris German assaults on French lines along the Ailette river were repulsed. German detachments reached the Marne and penetrated to the river between Charteres and Jaugonne. The right flank and areas west and north of Rheims remained unchanged per the war office statement.
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Paris
Allette
Marne
Charteres
Jaugonne
Rheims
War Office
Cotton export licenses to Italy extended and eased
The War Trade Board extends the effective date for individual cotton export licenses to Italy by 20 days and withdraws special licenses earlier, shifting control to stricter import supervision. The change aims to facilitate shipments while strengthening Italy's import oversight.
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Washington
Italy
War Trade Board
Germans Renew Western Front Offensive Across Aisne
German forces resumed major attacks on the western front with two dives on the Aisne front and Flanders efforts. The advance centers on Laon and the Chemin des Dames line with battles echoing last summer’s ferocity as British troops engage south of the Somme near Amiens.
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Germany
Picardy
Flanders
Voormeylee
Locra
Ypres
Pinon
Soissons
Rheims
Ais
Laon
President Wilson ends adjournment question with joint session call
Washington reports President Wilson stopped debate on summer adjournment by addressing Congress in a joint session. He urged lawmakers to abandon politics to fund war expenses and warn of upcoming tax burdens. News of renewed German offensives accompanied his departure from the White House to the Capitol.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
House
Senate
White House
Capitol
West Front
Red Cross Mercy Fund Reaches $133,306,630 Total
Washington reports the second war mercy fund of the Red Cross has surpassed $133.3 million with an over-subscription of $33.3 million. Greater New York contributed a final $33,343,730, exceeding earlier tallies as of midnight.
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RED Cross Mercy Fund
Washington
Germany
France
Red Cross
Greater
New York
French Forces Repulse Enemy With Great Loss
Haig reports French troops repulsed the enemy at Locre Courme with heavy losses. British assault on Berry au Bac area partly successful due to bombardment with gas shells and tanks, but left flank forced back to prepared positions after sharp fighting.
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London
Locre-Courmezeele
Field Marshal Haig
Berry-Au-Bac
Germans Claim 35000 Prisoners As They Press Drive
German forces report capturing more than 35000 prisoners in a new offensive while the crown prince’s troops slow their advance. French and British fighters hold firm along the front near Rheims and Soissons, with forts fallen east of Rheims and defenses stubbornly resisting. The line remains solid despite heavy fighting and periodic gaps.
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Somme
Amiens
Pinon
Brimont
Soissons
Rheims
France
von Mackensen
Dunajeo
Jpcardy
Memorial Day Observances Honor Fallen Defenders
Washington observes Memorial Day with prayers for the nation's defenders and prayers for those fighting overseas. President Wilson called fasting and supplication, attending services at Central Presbyterian Church and Arlington National Cemetery. Grand Army of the Republic held annual exercises as Senator Curtis delivered the oration.
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Washington
France
Wilson
Congress
More Troops Went Over In May Than Ever Before
Gen. Peyton C. March chief of staff of the U S armies spoke in Easton Pa tonight accepting a jeweled sword from Haston birthplace residents. He said more American troops were sent to France in May than when he left in February though he gave no figures. He cited other war department accomplishments.
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Easton
Haston
Peyton C. March
United States
France
War Department
London Paper Praises American Cantigny Fight
The Evening News lauds the American victory at Cantigny describing the action as clean-cut from start to finish and likening it to a short story that may grow into a full length novel. The praise emphasizes the young Americans and their exemplary conduct in combat.
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London
Cantigny
The
Evening News
California Syrup of Figs Advised for Sick Children
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for sick unruly children with feverishness and digestive complaints. It promises a gentle cleanse within hours and praises the product’s taste. It warns buyers to demand the genuine California Fig Syrup Company formula to avoid counterfeits.
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California
Adv
Reasonable Supposition About a Queer Animal Tale
A landlord in a Petunia tavern speaks of a strange creature with a turtle head and calf body. It supposedly whistles at dawn and brays by noon, while a guest mocks the tale as fantastical. The exchange ends with a jab about believing anything.
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Petunia
Kansas City Star
Every Profession Indorses Eagle Pile Remedy ad
From physicians to merchants and housewives praise Eagle Pile Remedy for banishing piles by its practical internal treatment. Try a box now or keep one handy when piles begin. Send $1 to Reed Distrib Co 141 Godwin St Paterson NJ or request a free explanatory booklet.
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Reed Distributing Co
Godwin Street
Paterson
N. J
The Bird Man of the Future Cartoon Quip
A humorous quip from an old Richmond Times Dispatch column features a fictional bird man in 2674 A D who laments a molasses gag that grounds his flight amid a YMCA setting. The joke relies on exaggerated future-tease and light wordplay about aviation.
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A. D
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Cuticura Product Ad Promises Dandruff Relief
Dandruff and Itching. To restore dry, falling hair and get rid of dandruff, rub Cuticura Ointment Into scalp. Next morning shampoo with Cuticura Soap and hot water. For free samples address Cuticura, Dept. X, Boston. At druggists and by mail. Soap 25, Ointment 25 and 50.
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Dept. X
Boston
Quote about Shakespeare and chorus girl costumes
A humorous aside contrasts Shakespeare's world stage remark with a joke about chorus girl costumes in his era. The line explores literary allusion and playful anachronism in a casual exchange.
Speaking on marriage choices and appearance on the street
A saying notes that choosing a wife by her looks in public is unlikely to lead to a serious error. The remark highlights superficial judgment over deeper compatibility.
Wont’s Indian Vegetable Pills Tonic and Purgative
Advertisement claims Wont’s Indian Vegetable Pills contain only plant ingredients that act as a gentle tonic and purgative by stimulation rather than irritation. The text emphasizes vegetable composition and mild effect as a selling point.
Ambitious plans and eager minds ready for wonders
Readers glimpse a tide of ambition as eager individuals pursue bold projects. The scene highlights hope, initiative, and a culture of innovation fueling early attempts at remarkable feats.
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