Jailed Hoboken Mayor in Election Row
Hoboken N J May 15 a city commission election ended in a clash as County Judge Richard Doherty ordered Mayor Patrick Griffin, head of the Democratic ticket, arrested after the mayor arrested 120 men accused of being Republican repeaters from New York. The repeaters were discharged as fast as arraigned and re arrested by the mayor, who then was jailed at City Hall. The mayor directed the Corporation Attorney to seek Supreme Court Justice Swayzee’s arrest of Judge Doherty for conspiracy to defeat the election law and for bringing auspicious characters into the city.
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Patrick Griffin
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Sinn Fein delegates inflame Irish freedom mood in Ireland
A correspondent reports that American delegates to Ireland have sparked a surge of Irish nationalism, with crowds singing forbidden songs and people declaring support for the republic. The piece notes British authorities face heightened tensions as Dublin welcomes the visitors and hints at complex diplomatic maneuvers involving Premier Lloyd George and President Wilson.
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Ireland
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Sinn Fein
Ulster
Republic
The
Pegerda
No Planes Will Start On Instant Transatlantic Flight Test
News from May 13 reports Commander John Towers of the United States Navy oversees a trans Atlantic seaplane flight to the Azores. Guardships line the route awaiting favorable weather as crews prepare for a possible immediate start. Details on exact timing and takeoff location remain uncertain, with water conditions and harbor safety influencing decisions.
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Chathaan
Mass
Airplane Firm Plans Beach Trip Service From Newark
Pap ers of incorporation were filed here today for an airplane transportation company proposing to operate an air- plane and service between this city and ocean beaches. One incorporator is Ervin Ballough, formerly an instructor of Canadian army fliers.
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Ocean
Beaches
Ervin Ballough
Reorganize Guard Along Prewar Lines Planned
Secretary Baker indicated informal approval for re building the National Guard along prewar lines. The War Department favors re creation of guard units so states can supply the same organizations used in forming the 16 divisions for service in France.
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Washington
Mary
National Guard
Baker
War Department
France
Food Won't Solve Russian Problem Declaration
A memorandum from North Russian leaders declares feeding Russia is not enough. They insist the national struggle must liberate Russia from Bolshevik domination and establish a government of its own choosing. They warn foreign food aid should not empower Bolshevik control.
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Paris
Prince Lyoff
Sergius Sazonoff
Tschaikovsky
Russia
Alps
Leaders threaten break if Scheidemann signs treaty
May 19 reports from Berlin via Basle say the heads of two German Center parties informed Scheidemann that their Center parties will withdraw their representatives from the government if the Cabinet decides to sign the peace treaty. The message notes strong opposition within the Center to the potential agreement.
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Center
Scheidemann
Berlin
Basle
Allies Cannot Sign Peace With Germany Without Italy
Rene Vivians quotes Premier of France arguing Italy must join the German peace pact. He notes Italy’s role in WWI and the 1914 alliance, stressing that cessation of hostilities and final peace depend on Italian accord. He urges Italy’s signature to be essential for a lasting settlement.
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Italy
Rene Viviani
France
Rome
Big Three May Sign Peace Treaty Alone
Paris May 13 An eleventh hour clause in the treaty with Germany states that signatures by the three chief Allied powers will be sufficient to conclude peace if Italy refuses to sign. The provision appears to have been inserted on the eve of the Versailles session to ensure a swift end to the war.
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Paris
Germany
Italy
GOP Postpones Action on Senator Penrose and Warren
Republican leaders plan to organize the Senate next week and postpone decisions on Penrose of Pennsylvania and Warren of Wyoming for chairmanships. Senator Johnson declined to be Progressive president pro tempore, while Curtis of Kansas appears set to lead the next conference.
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Associated Press
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Somiorrow
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Adah US Mascuss
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Johnson
Curtis
Deciston
Kansas
Tony
Wdge
George A. Sanderson
Chicago
David Barry
Providence
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Committee On Committees
Penrose
Warren
Lactel
Pennsylvania
Germans dispatch fifth treaty note to Allies
Paris May 13 The German delegation announces sending a note to the French foreign office likely to reach tonight and be delivered to the Council of Four tomorrow morning.
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Associated Press
Paris
Foreign Office
Council of Tour
Aims of the League of Nations in German draft
Paris report outlines the German draft for the League of Nations with 66 articles and a labor league charter. It lists goals such as preventing disputes, disarmament, free traffic and equal rights, protecting minorities, and creating an international workers charter. It also details membership rules including belligerent, neutral, and Holy See admission.
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Paris
League of Nations
Versailles
Peace Conference Committee
League of ‘Nations
Holy See
Teachers May Marry and Keep Jobs Board Decides
Bridgeport Public School teachers may marry during or after the summer vacation and keep their city jobs. The Board of Education voted to permit employed teachers to continue teaching after marriage, with only two members dissenting.
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Board of Education
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Challenger
Mr. Bell
Alc. d Jones
Persnson
Dooris Captured by Germans Returns Home
Corporal Dooris, brother-in-law of Police Sergeant McCovern, after service with the famed Tth Division in France, is discharged and visiting relatives. He was captured with comrades at Chateau Thierry and held as a prisoner until the armistice. He shows a bayonet found in a dead German, bloodstains visible on the blade.
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France
Tth
Garment workers in New York announce strike today
About 30,000 members of the cloak skirt and reefer makers union were ordered to strike at 10 oclock tomorrow in New York City. The International Ladies Garment Workers' Union reports 20,000 idle members will support. Demands include shift to a salary basis, a 44 hour week and a minimum wage. A nationwide strike may be called in solidarity. Also reported is a home burglary on Gregory Street where two Liberty bonds and $105 were stolen.
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Benjamin, Schiusinger
International Ladies’. Garment
Schlesinger
Max
Schiesinger
Cloak, Skirt and Reefer Makers
Edith Cavell's body returned from Brussels with guard
In Brussels on May 13, Edith Cavell's body, murdered by Germans, was escorted home by British and Belgian troops. A gun carriage bore the heavy casket draped in the Union Jack as bands played and thousands watched the solemn cortege through streets once ruled by German forces.
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Brussels
Edith Cavell
Great Britain
Slink Away
Bolsheviks refuse to cease hostilities over aid to Russia
A Paris cable reports Bolshevik Foreign Minister Tehitcherin rejects any halt in fighting as a condition for neutral provisioning of Russia. He acknowledges Dr Fridtjof Nansen's efforts but states continued hostilities are required. The wireless message, relayed from Berlin, conveys the Bolshevik stance and thanks Nansen for interest in Russia's condition.
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Associated Press
Fridtjof Nansen
Russia
M. Tehitcherin
Foreign Office
Berlin
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Tehitcherin
Nansen
Hte
Verbal Rejection Of Treaty Sparks German Debate
Berlin May 13 The German chancellor denounced the treaty as dreadful and said Germany must not accept terms that strangle its economy. He argued tariffs or protection would be needed if trade is ruined, warning that every German may have to labor to pay for the war and that enemies could impose harsh conditions. The assembly cheered as leaders defended the government and attacked the treaty.
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Sailles
Haase
University of Berlin
Unter Dech Linden
The
Germany
San
West Pruss
Milwaukee Mayor Denies Legion Request Over IWW Protest
Milwaukee Wis May 13 Mayor Daniel Hoan refused a request to ban an IWW meeting planned for Saturday night saying the police department and justice department will act to prevent disorder and disloyal or illegal utterances while recognizing individual rights to express views.
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American Legion
Police Department
Department of Justice
Soldier's Pension Goes to Mother in Russia
Administration papers were granted to Jonas H. Birbaum in the estate of Alexander Dobrzynski, 25, who was killed in action serving the United States in France. Dobrzynski, drafted from this city, took out a $10,000 policy naming his mother in Russia as beneficiary. The money would be sent by the government if she can be located, but no one else’s claim will be recognized. The estate, consisting of about $120 in bank pay, highlights the sole domestic relative, Anna Dzingolewska, who also sought an administrator through an interpreter.
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Jonas HE. Birbaum
Alexander Dobrzycki
United States
France
Dobynycki
Russia
Bolsheviki
Duigtile
Anna Dzingolewska
East Prussians Arm to Block Danzig Path
Berlin May 13 The Danate gorridoy has turned into unrest as Germans in East Prussia arm to block the Danzig corridor in the east. Authorities warn civilians to stay indoors while warlike noises grow louder. Officials expect outbreaks of fighting “to the knife” as tensions mount over the Polish border.
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Berlin
East Prussia
Pol
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Priussian
Will Lead Move to Enforce Day Law
William H. Anderson, head of the New York branch of the Anti Saloon League, was elected president and general manager of the Allied Citizens of America Incorporated at Albany to promote national prohibition enforcement. The group proposes arming towns and counties with organizations of men and women to carry forward its work, aiming to unite in a simple flexible basis for the Americanist fight against sedition and major attempts.
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New York
William H. Anderson
Anti-Saloon League
Allied Citizens of Amoerica, Incorporated
Albany
Fog Allied Citizens
Hungarian Communes Strengthen Amid War News
Report from Vienna cites Budapest as noting gains by the Communist government in Hungary while Romanian forces halt. Text suggests propaganda framing and calls the move a boost for the Socialist bloc, with emphasis on anti capitalist rhetoric and unity among Eastern European allies.
Navy Dirigible Ready for Air Trip, Reported Near Montauk
A clipped and garbled OCR fragment notes the navy dirigible Five, associated with Montauk, New York, being declared ready for an air trip. A naval officer mentions plans for the flight tomorrow, with unclear further details in the text.
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