Poles Press Front as Brest Litovsk Evacuated
Reports from Warsaw describe Russian Soviet forces evacuating Brest Litovsk on the Bug river east of Warsaw. Polish officials claim successes on most fronts except the eastern sector near Lemberg as fierce fighting continues around Warsaw and Nova Georgievsk. Denmark. no. The Warsaw correspondent notes daring Polish counterattacks near Lukow and Moliechnapital, predicting significant consequences from the maneuver.
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Bug River
Warsaw
Associated Press
Brest- Litovsk
Hug River
Eauthern
Lemberg
Negotiations Break Off Over Polish Delegation
London reports the Russo-Polish peace talks at Minsk did not continue on Wednesday as agreed. A Moscow dispatch says Polish delegation turmoil caused the halt. Soviet representative George Whitehead’s message to the London envoy notes the pause in talks.
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Minsk
London
Moscow
George ‘Tehiteherin
Lon Romanek
Lonion
Amalgamation Proposed for Canadian ex servicemen groups
Torenate August 10 William J Morrison and J Harry Fyne presidents of two ex service men organizations propose uniting into a single body to push gratuities for veterans. The plan has backing from Great War Veterans association officials and already has approval from the association's directors.
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Canada
United Frog
William J. Morrison
J Harry Fyne
McNeal
Askin
Alroady
Directuy
A. Ty
Senator Johnson to Speak at Local Committee Event
A fragmented notice indicates Senator Johnson will address a local committee. It mentions Warren and a debate or speech about state issues, with unclear quotes reflecting a political gathering or town meeting setting.
Pressed Revolver Against Policeman Arrests in Mass
Greenfield Massachusetts August 10 two alleged automobile thieves Frank Hawley Providence R I and Lafayette Veilleus Bath Me were arrested after Hawley pressed the muzzle of an automatic pistol against Patrolman Cornelius Murphy at the time of their removal from a trolley car The pair are alleged to have stolen a automobile in Belcherton and their arrest followed a tip from South Deerfield where the machine broke down and was abandoned
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Greenfield
Mass
Frank Hawley
Providence
R. L
Lafayette Veilleus
Bath
Hawley
Cornelius Murphy
Belcherton
South Weerfield
Here
Americans dominate Olympic pole vault qualifiers in Antwerp
Americans led by K Foes and Jenne cleared the bar with ease to reach the finals. In the same session Denmark’s Teter defeated F Mable in the light heavyweights. semi finals were set for the 400 meter with entrants from Sweden England France Canada and the United States Navy. 200 meter qualifiers included Paddeck Mutchisan Woodring and Kirksey as Daviteon of New Zealand posted the best time in 22 ai seconds.
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Associated
Proxe
K. Foes
Chicago
A. A
Knourek
Mlinoa
Jenne
Washington State College
BE. Myers
Denmark
F. W. Maible
United States Navy
Fingdshl
Sweden
J. C. Davie
England
RS Emery
A. A. Farry
France
G. M. Butler
J. E. Meredith
New York
A. A. Dafel
South Africa
George Schiller
Los Angeles
A. C
Sundblad
Frank Shea
D. Rudd
Amore
Hector Phillips
Canada
Shea
Rudd
Kgdahl
Chan
Charles W. Paddeck
Los Angeles A. C
Loren Mutchisan
A. Allen Woodring
Meadow Brook Club
Philadelphia
M. W. Kirksey
Olympic Club
San Francisco
G. Daviiteon
New Zealand
Miners Seek Separate Agreements After Wage Talks Collapse
Cleveland Aug 10 Miners prepare for separate agreements after a failed joint conference of the central competitive field Ohio Indians Millnose and Western Pennsylvania parties. The miners intend to pursue separate talks with operators in the field, a move that disrupts the central field.
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Cleveland
Mincre
Feld
Ohio
Millnose
Pennsylvania
Captain Palmer Resigns From Naval Post During War Era
Captain Leigh Palmer of the U S Navy, serving during World War I, has submitted his resignation which was accepted by the Secretary of the Navy. Palmer, known for leading heavy naval duties, offered no reason for stepping down. The official notice confirms the action and its timing today.
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San Deg
Calangay
Leigh Palmer
U.S Nobel
Lols
Indefinite closure threatens local mill and jobs
Readable fragments indicate plans to shut a local worsted mill run by Aydory Worsted and Jerree Drethery campaign. Threatened closure would end operations Friday with impact on workers and community. details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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Weseemtel
Aydory Worsted Company
Jerree Drethery
Bergdoll desertion verdict yields four years hard labor
Erwin R Bergdoll of Philadelphia was found guilty of desertion by evading the draft and sentenced to four years of hard labor at Fort Leavenworth. The ruling was announced today at Governor's Island, New York, amid war era defense mood.
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Philadelphia
Fort Leavenworth
New York
Erwin R. Bergdoll
Governor's Island
Autopsy Sought On Woman's Torso Found in River
New York reports an autopsy to determine cause of death for a woman whose torso was found floating in the Aiudean river near Com munipaw New Jersey. Medical Examiner Arthur Haskins of Jersey City leads the probe after head arms and legs were removed. Police continue river search for missing parts without success.
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New York
Aiudean River
Communipaw
N. J
Arthur Haskina
Jersey City
Pilgrims Day Outing Draws 100 Plus Lodges in Provincetown
More than 100 members and friends from 76 Greater Neston lodges of the New England Order of Protection joined a pilgrimage to Provincetown to honor the Pilgrims landing and the association’s annual outing. The Cape Cod lodge hosted a dinner and entertainment with exercises at the pilgrim monument led by Supreme Warden H. William Scott of Barre and Grand Warden John l Vorttehh of Boston. A parade through main streets featured grand officers of Massachusetts. The organizing committee included Grand Warden John J. Virtiseh of Bre ton and Judith A. Tinkley of aston with other publicity members from Cambridge Everett and Montello.
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Neston
New England Order of Protection
Provincetown
Arso
Cape Cod
Pilgrim Monument
H. William Scott
Barre
Massachusetts
John l, Vorttehh
Boston
Grand Large
John J. Virtiseh
Breton
Judith A. Tinkley
Aston
Provid
Mee Grane E. Thurston
Cambridge
Isabel V. Lawin
Quitey
Geertrade K. Woods
Everett
Eva Grigg
Montello
North Carolina Defeats Suffrage in House Vote
Raleigh report: North Carolina House of Representatives rejects federal suffrage amendment with a narrow margin. The defeat ends a lengthy debate as lawmakers vote against adopting the measure amid political pressure and public interest.
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Raleigh
Fed Ora
North Carolina
House of Hep
Roosevelt on Trail to Coeur dAlene Idaho Tour Halt
Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, travels by auto and train toward Coeur d Alene Idaho to continue his speaking tour after crossing the Rockies and cutting through Montana. He aims to keep engagements and campaign momentum as he moves eastward.
Game Postponed After Death of Chapman in Cleveland
Boston reports the Boston American line notes that the Cleveland game set for tomorrow has been postponed due to the death of Ray Chapman. A doubleheader is rescheduled for Monday with both teams hosting the games.
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Clevelands
Boston
Fosten
Ray Chapman
Anne
Cleveland
Tomorres
Meri Momdsy
Four More Deaths in Muskegon Expiation Death Toll Rises
In Muskegon Michigan four more deaths are reported after an ex piation incident at the public publisher department of Firnewick. Hallie Coslvmer company reportedly perished as the thermometer climbed. The scene drew witnesses and authorities.
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Hallie
Cox Attacks Senate Oligarchy Over League Of Nations
Governor Cox campaigned in South Bend criticizing the Republican Senate oligarchy for delaying economic readjustment and living-cost relief tied to the league of nations. He argued U.S. entry would end the war, stabilize credits, and redirect war funds to debt payoff while reducing prices and ensuring supplies.
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Ind
League of Nations
Cox
America
Senate
Columbus
Chicago
Wilh
Tadiana Democratic
Tora
League
League of Me
Carey
Lesen
Hutte
Amerinn
Europe
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Cow
Rao
Fair Haven Woman Dies After Auto Crash
Mrs. Margaret McGuinness aged 74 died at her Fair Haven home following injuries from a collision on the main road to Poultney. A Piergen Arrow touring car owned by W H Williams collided with an Essex owned by John S Jubar. Williams car front hub cap and front axle were damaged. occupants Mayme Irene Florence McGuinness and others were shaken. Survived by six daughters and a son.
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Fair Haven
Margaret McGguinness
Here
Poultney
W. H. Williams
Williams
John S. Jubar
Jubar
Thie Town
John Center
Schenectady
Willams
New Vermont Laws Allow Women to Vote in Primaries
Vermont debate on Wednesday centered on how new laws would enable women to vote in September primaries if the 19th amendment is ratified. Attitudes split on needing a special session, but legal review suggested no extra session required. Secretary of State Harry A. Winek will arrange additional ballots, with printing to match existing contracts and costs.
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Tennisser
State House
Times
Ohio
Lab
Harry A. Winek
Cvcretary
Fave
Myrick
Etete
Slashed His Throat to Escape Detention
A man in Waterbarl street slashed his throat to avoid detention, rushed to Waterbury Hospital with severe injuries after a struggle with Officers Sullivan and Marler. Police say he attempted to threaten his wife and child and fled the home, then leaped from a door, with officers in pursuit. He was restrained, treated, and later transferred to Waterbury Hospital, where his condition was reported critical.
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Hela Coesar
Marler
Cees
Open
Oese
Kam
Renee
Waterberg
Farmers Urged to Organize Milk Producers in Barre Talk
A large crowd heard FS Adams of the New England Milk Producers Association urge farmers to unite and own distribution machinery to cut out middlemen. Richard Pattee outlined association goals and the need for a centralized, producer driven system with direct buying and shared costs. The event, in Howland Hall, featured speeches by local leaders, a community sing, and discussions on pricing, marketing, and cooperative organization.
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New England
Milk Producers’ Association
M. L. Towne
Ariins
Vermont
Hhad
Adams
Maine
Board of Trade
Bosnia
Chicago
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Adena
Hood Ca
Bruton
Reston
Develo
NE. M. PA
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State Department of Agriculture of
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Frederic M. Bell
Burlington
Dr. Foster
Hie
Penvon Seasion
William J. Dillingham
Bee
Milfingham
Charlie F. Lowe
Montpelier Savings Bank and Trust Co
Farmers’ Exchange
Suecree
Richard Pattee
N. EM. PA
Putter
Washington County
Richard Patteen
Frank Clark
Williston
NEM
Mark H. Moody
Raymond Briggs
Mise Charlotte Pierpont
Mise Mildred Boice
Home Def Anetration Department
Pirepont
Boire
Dusbury
Enthusiasm at Waterbury farmers meeting in August
Attendees at the Waterbury Center gathering heard speeches from Jake Parker and others as organizers set attendance marks and discussed topics from producers and community concerns. The event featured leaders presiding over sessions and elicited strong support from local farmers and residents.
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Farmers’ Meeting
Waterbury Center
Woaterbury
Aug
Tweedey
Rural State Records Show Weekend Auto Accidents
A weekend tally from the secretary of state office lists multiple vehicle incidents across towns including St Albans and Barre. Reports detail rear end collisions, parked-car impacts, and a fatal plow accident near Seth Lane, with witnesses naming drivers and vehicles involved.
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Teen Varney
Massachusetts Bible Soviets
St. Albans
Ration of
Chalees
Randulph
Sn.c Phelps
Marre
Phelps
Herbert Ziter
Barre
Frank Risin
Berk Tin Tite
Seth Lanes Tote
Ponzi Waives Examination Before Federal Hearing
Boston crowds watched as Charles Ponzi waived examination on charges of mail fraud tied to his international exchange scheme. Ponzi, in jail after a brief courtroom appearance, was escorted back in default of bonds. Judge set trial for September as Dondero, named as a joint defendant, remains missing amid bankruptcy actions. ponzi’s claimants top 4 million dollars.
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Boston
Charle & Azi
East Cambridge
Buthey
Ponzi
John 8
Dondero
Securities Exchange
City Hall
Pons
Montreal
Atlanta
Ponti
Allen
First State Bank of Boston Faces Run and Rumors
Boston August 1 A run on First State Bank of Boston a private institution serving the Italian community continued as rumors spread that the bank would close and that Thomas Nutile faced losses tied to the Trust Company and Charles Ponti scheme Depositors were assured payments would continue and Nutile said he would cover required funds the panic stemmed from the Penns collapse and connected finance schemes of investors associated with the Hanover Trust and related firms
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First State Bank
North End
Hanover Trust Company
Bank Bee
Allen
Donipehy
Eo Bank
New York
Tarotel
Im Bienen
Beauree
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