Union Confab Rejected by United States Steel
New York August 27 United States Steel chairman Gary flatly refused to meet with the steel workers labor committee seeking union recognition and hours and conditions talks. The AFL said it would convene in Washington next Thursday to weigh the steel workers’ demands.
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New York
BE. H. Gary
United States Steel Corporation
John Fitzpatrick
Steel Workers Labor
Gary
Fitzpatrick
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Haalk
Thaa
Telhire
Washington
John Pitzpatrick
Ita Aubsidiaries
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Anch
Escvica
Jetter
Ss Mdémbera
Double murder confessed then hanged in jail cell
In Philadelphia on August 27 coroner's jury details a double murder case. Kilpatrick a farmer, 45, hanged himself in the county jail two hours after confessing to the killings. Breland and Lewis Burnett were also involved, with Burnett killed by Kilpatrick and Breland slain by Kilpatrick shortly after. Breland's wife, 31, was detained. no charges yet.
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Philadelphia
Misa
John Breland
Nozr
Ben ‘Kilpatrick
Kilpatrick
Breland
Lewis Burnett
Beland
Burnett
Klipstrick
Bennett
Voter Registration Totals Colorful White Primary Data
The city records show 20,198 residents registered to vote in the white primary, with 17,916 white registrants and 3,766 women. Men registrants total 14,150 in 1910-15, down 96 from 1918, across wards. Lucien Harris and deputies worked overtime to compile lists, with books open until August 5 to allow women to register, and the lists to be handed to the city executive committee.
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Nata
Eleverith
Lucien’ Harris
Harris
Geo Miotay
American airmen to assist the Poles in Paris
A fragmentary report notes American airmen to assist Polish forces in Paris. The unclear text references the 2nd Escadrille and mentions names tied to Chicago, with damaged OCR details obscuring exact roles and dates.
France Angered by U S Warning to Turkey
Paris reports that an informal warning to Turkey from Rear Admiral Mark L Bristol to halt Armenian massacres sparked criticism in French official circles and at the peace conference. Turkey lodged objections with Britain and France after receiving the warning while American delegates explain the action as informal and not mandating Turkish administration. Charles Crane and Henry Churchill King, who visited Asia Minor in June, returned to Paris to report on Syria and broader conditions in Asia Minor.
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Paris
Turkey
Mark L Bristol
United States
Pelee
Great Britain
France
Charles R. Crane
Henry. Churchill King
Asia Minor
Near East
Resignation of Paul S. Reinsch as American minister to China
Washington reports that Dr. Paul S. Reinsch asked to be relieved from his post due to ill health and a wish to return to private life. Tokyo dispatches claim the resignation was sudden, but officials say no final decision has been made and the matter remains with the president.
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Washington
Paul 8. Reinsch
China
White House
Honolulu
Nephew of ex Kaiser changes his name in Detroit
The former Count Johann Wilhelm von Loewen el Brandenburg Hohenzoltern, aged 44 and a Detroit resident since 1911, nephew of the former Emperor William, has become Vaughn Lionel. The probate court approved the name change, and Lionel presented his first naturalization papers, claiming he is from Fravagh with European ties.
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Detroit
Johann Wilhelm von Loewenel
Brandenburg -’ Hohanzoltern
Ince
Peror Willam
Vaughn Lionel
Yeaterday
Lionell
First Nature Orgatlon
Ferdinand and family flee Austria under imperial order
Bulgarian former king Ferdinand fled to Austria and was ordered to leave at midnight by Emperor Charles. Count Leopold von Berchstola delivered the order as Ferdinand slept. Ferdinand protested, claimed sacrifice for Austria, and urged his son Cyrille to testify before authorities before a military escort whisked them away.
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Paria
Ferdinand
Bulgaria
Austria
Charles
Journal
Des Debata
Leopold von Berchstola
Prince Cyrille
Riki
Boia Buleriga
Pam
Kile
California Strike Paralyzes Rail Transport Across State
In California a broad strike of yard and switch crews and allied crafts paralyzed steam rail transport across Southern and Central regions. Only a few trains moved. one transcontinental Southern Pacific train operated. Los Angeles saw no outbound or inbound service while Santa Clara valley, San Jose, and other areas faced stoppages. Union leaders urged caution as some workers contemplated resuming duties under presidential guidance.
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San Francisco
Brotherhood
California
Stone
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Southern Pacific
Loa -Angelad
Santa Clara
Altey
Jose An
Waa
shopmen’s _union
Santa
Firemen Win City Council Backing for $30 Monthly Pay Rise
Local No. 134 of the Atlanta firemen won board approval for a $30 monthly salary increase for privates and officers, effective October 1, with 245 firefighters affected. The move, supported by Fire Chief W Benedy and Alderman J L Carpenter, follows rising living costs and higher rents, and seeks to restore rubber gear and equipment provisions.
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Board of Firemasters
Duy
Duairy
Coley
Sderman LF. Styron
Board of Police Commissioners
Elty
Elty Sourell
Styron
Martin
Ag. A
Ken Inerensen
W. Benedy
Atlanta
Indeas
Treaty debate over Shantung wins bitter Senate clash
Senate session turns heated over the Pence treaty as Senator Fall defends the Shantung amendment and Senator McCumber is challenged by Senator Nelson. debate covers returning the Shantung provision, clearing the way for open hearings and a final report by end of February.
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Foreign Relations ’Committee
Senate
Seaion
Foreign
Whitehall paving urged for speedy completion
Merchants fear delays in laying granite blocks on Whitehall Street ahead of the Confederate Veterans reunion and Southeastern Fair. A city committee pressed contractors and labor to speed work, noting skilled labor shortages and the need to open all streets for expected crowds. A Forsyth Street bridge clearance and Forsyth underpass access are also to be addressed to prevent traffic holdups.
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Atlanta
Whitehall Street
Tacien
York
Confederate Veterans
T la
Atepd
Syth Street
Ag Early AB Dor Allele
Ha Committee
Forsyth Street
Canning Factory Report Details Reclassification Actions
A government report outlines actions related to the canning factory, noting expeditions and force adjustments. Officials ordered reclassification and total figures were detailed in the briefing.
Opponents of Treaty Precede President in Speech War
President Wilson fights to sell the Versailles treaty to the American people as he plans a nationwide tour. Officials say the trip could begin late next week from Washington, to pressure ratification amid rail strikes and rising labor unrest. Wilson remains confident in his strategy and in the potential impact on public opinion.
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Robert T. Small
Ctree Coma
Case Courne
Washington
Convic
Senate
Versailles
Wilson
White House
Plana
Hig
Maine
California
France
League of Nations
Weather Prophecy FAIRS Forecast Summary
Weather bureau notes fluctuating conditions with sailable winds. Forecast includes highest temperature and rainfall data since January 1. Deficiency and excess measurements tabulated. details limited by damaged readable text. Entities: Washington, Georgia, forecast terms, Stowers, Frida, Thursany.
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Washington
Ous
Georgia
Fale
Thursany
Frida
B.S. Weather Bureau
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