Labor adopts declaration of independence for American workers
The American Federation of Labor approved a comprehensive reconstruction programme at its annual convention in Atlantic City. Radicals and conservatives endorsed a report from the federation's executive council, calling it a new declaration of independence for the workers of America aimed at liberty and greater happiness beyond mere existence.
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Wilson Urges League Aid for Belgian Upbuilding
Wilson calls for a strengthened League of Nations to guarantee peace and raise legations to embassies, arguing the international body must secure Belgium’s postwar reconstruction and stability.
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League of Nations
Wilson Receives Louvain Doctorate in Ruins of Library
In the destroyed library at Louvain the University grants President Wilson a doctor of laws degree. In Brussels the same day he delivers a key speech in the Chamber of Deputies urging the League of Nations as the path to lasting world peace and signaling the start of his European tour’s bold campaign.
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Louvain
Wilson
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League of Nations
Labor and social shift in wartime society
A wartime report notes varied developments in social, industrial, and political relations. It highlights a pronounced shift as workers claim rights, duties, and equal status, insisting on full value and compensation to enjoy a higher standard of living beyond mere subsistence.
Baseball Results From Yesterday Across Leagues
In the American League Boston defeated St Louis 2 to 1 while Chicago beat Washington 5 to 4 Cleveland edged New York 4 to 3 Philadelphia routed Detroit 23 to 1. in the National League Pittsburg won 6 to 5 over Boston Brooklyn 4 to 1 Chicago 5 or 1. Cincinnati 4 Philadelphia 1 New York 7 St Louis 1. in the New England League Lawrence 6 Haverhill 5 Vitchburg 13 Lotwell 5 Lewiston 9 Portland 7. in the Eastern League Pittsfield 7 Springfield 6 Bridgeport 8 Hartford 3 Waterbury 8 Worcester 2 New Haven 4 Providence 0.
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May Tie Up Bay State Tomorrow
The Eastern Massachusetts Railway system, serving Newport to Nashua, faces a potential general strike by Lowell and Woburn division carmen. If grievances and restoration of rights under the 1916 contract are not addressed, service may shut down by Sunday at the latest.
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Legislature approves property classification amendment
In a joint convention the Legislature voted 151 to 108 to engross an initiative amendment. The measure would classify property for tax purposes and tax classes at different rates while keeping a uniform rate within each class.
Mrs Skeels Not Told of Indictment in New Jersey
Mrs Bes sie Mae Skeels Lundgren stands on trial here for the murder of Miss Florence M. Gay, a retired Abbott Academy teacher, while New Jersey officers wait with a warrant to arrest her if she is released. The indictment charges her with her brother Albert Wilkins's murder.
Ettor Arrested in Connection With Strike
Joseph Ettor I W W organizer was arrested on Main street Ansonia by Waterbury Sgt Mulvey while the Ansonia strike was active. He was found with Dennis Hayes a noted Ansonia Socialist and strike committee chairman.
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Mrs Baker Faces Possible Death Row Over Westboro Murder
Worcester dispatch reports that 22-year-old Mrs. Harry Baker may face the electric chair or a long jail term after a week of investigation into her husband’s confession regarding the murder of 74 year old Dwight P. Chapman in Westboro. The confessions and forthcoming trial action are set to unfold next week.
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Armed Bandits Take the Road Near Candlewood
Manchester reports armed auto bandits attempted robberies on the Essex road in Candlewood between Essex and Ipswich. A Packard party ordered a New Hampshire motorist to stop around 10 30 pm, guns drawn. the driver sped away, and shots were believed fired. No injuries or names released.
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Harvard-Yale rowing clash to end two-year breach
Harvard and Yale oarsmen prepare for a four mile varsity race on the Thames at New London after a two year lapse. Preshman and second varsity crews race upstream near the navy yard with varsity events four miles downstream opposite Harvard Red Top. The program lists races at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 6 p.m. local time.
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Moon Rises and Frosts Mark Eastern News Then
Historical snippets describe Moon rising at 17725 time, a light later for vehicles at 8 55, and today in history noting Victoria's succession in 1857. It recalls German forces advancing against Russians northwest of Lemberg in 1915 and a severe frost impacting eastern Massachusetts gardens a year ago.
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Vienna
Forecast for New England and Atlantic coast
Forecast for Southern New England calls for fair Friday and warmer conditions, with Saturday likely showers. Northern New England should see fair Friday and Saturday with warmer temperatures in southwest Maine, while Vermont and New Hampshire may have showers on Saturday. Winds along the coasts will be moderate, southwest in the North and Middle Atlantic regions, with temperatures generally moderate near the coast and higher inland.
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Massachusetts Senate Ratifies Woman's Suffrage Amendment
The Massachusetts Senate approved the ratification of the federal woman’s suffrage amendment 34 to 5 on a roll call. The body overrode efforts to delay by proposing a referendum, with members including Beck Brown Callahan Cav Nag h Chamberlain Churchill Colburn Counihan Cronin Curran Curtin voting yes.
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Wets Lose Still Another Argument
London June 18 report explains a misquote about Captain Jack Alcock and Lieutenant Brown during their ocean flight. They do not drink alcohol and did not carry any stimulant. The word ale was a mistaken reference to hail being misheard as ale by a reporter.
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