Frear Warns on Japan's China Aims in Hawaii Speech
Walter Frear, longtime Hawaii governor, warns Japan seeks China and Hawaii, urges peace party influence to curb militarism. He argues Japan lacks current resources for war and that racial tensions arise over American-born children of Japanese parents in Hawaii.
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Army base in South Boston handles Victory Medal requests
The United States army recruiting station at 3 Tremont Row announced that all Victory Medal applications for the Boston district will be processed at the South Boston army base. Two tents have been set up and an officer with field clerks are on duty to handle applications for the medal.
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Victory Medal Applications Challenge at Boston Recruiting Office
The Boston recruiting station faces a major problem processing Victory Medal applications. Officials note the army base is not convenient for applicants, but it remains the only solution for handling forms. Victory buttons were issued, while medals are shipped directly to ex-soldiers from the Philadelphia depot.
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Army base in South Boston handles clasp applications for veterans
Blank forms are available at the army base, South Boston, and ex soldiers may have forms filled by field clerks or Red Cross volunteers. Applications are checked against discharge records, approved, and sent to Philadelphia for medal dispatch. Discrepancies are reviewed in Washington, with recruiting officers offering guidance.
Railroad Wage Award Expected Next Week
Washington June 24. Assurances that the Railroad Labor Board would expedite its wage award were received by President Wilson. Chicago advices said a verdict may come next week in the railroad wage controversy. The board replied to the President’s inquiry about hastening the award or announcing a tentative settlement.
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Board reply on labor dispute hints at delays
The White House delay in releasing the board's response is seen as necessary due to conflicting claims and extensive evidence. Railroad union representatives say even an early award promise could curb emerging strikes by reassuring workers.
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