Allies Gain New Ground In Albania War Report
Allied forces including French and Italian troops push Austrian positions in Albania with potential flanking moves across Lake Ochrida. The article notes possible offensives to draw Austrian and German troops from France and Italy, while Macedonian fronts see renewed activity and French pushes east of Retz forest toward the Aisne region.
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Lansing Denies America Aids Mexican Uprisings
LAREDO Texas July 10 Secretary Lansing telegraphed American Consul Shores to emphatically deny that the United States assists or sympathizes with any revolu tionary movement in Mexico. Washington July 16 Secretary Lansing sent a message authorizing denial of reports that the United States supports revolu tionaries in Mexico, noting such claims stem from rebel reports.
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Lansing
Shores
Mexico
Washington
Laredo
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Weather forecast fragment for East New York and New England
Fragmentary weather note from the Daily Almanac noting fair conditions in East New York and generally fair weather in New England with slightly warmer interior highs.
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Washington
New York
New England
Patriotism And Conservation At Big Convention
The first annual convention and mechanical exhibition of the New England States Association of the National Association of Stationary Engineers opened at the armory with patriotic speeches and exhibitions. About 560 delegates from the East attended as Bridgeport firms displayed power plant equipment. Mayor Wilson urged conserving fuel and resources to support the war, stating the United States must prevail and democracy must endure.
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National Association of Stationary Engineers
Armory
Bridgeport
John A. Morehouse
Clifford B. Wilson
America
United States of America
Prohibitionists win first Senate skirmish 36 33
Prohibition advocates win initial tactic in the Senate by a 36 to 33 vote over sustaining a ruling that the prohibition amendment to the $11,000,000 emergency agricultural appropriation bill was not firm and should be stricken. Roll call shows party-line divisions among Democrats and Republicans with 18 and 15 votes respectively.
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Martin
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Frelinghuysen
Hagvding
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Tout
Waddeworth
Warren
Watson
Ashurst
Bankhead
Beckham
Bennett
Chamberlain
Fletcher
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Sendard
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Alyers
Nugent
Sherman
Pittsman
Shafforth
Sheppard
Shields
B Smith
South Caroling
Thompson
Trace
Vardaman
Walsh
Borah
Colt
Curtis
Ornald
Hale
Wael
Senate to Pass Wire Control Resolution Likely This Week
Washington July 10 The Interstate Commerce Committee favors a House wire control resolution authorizing government operation of telegraph, telephone, cable and radio systems during the war. Leaders anticipate passage before week’s end as Chairman Smith sets plan to call up the measure tomorrow amid expected amendments and Republican opposition over necessity and scope.
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Interstate Commerce Committee
Smith
Washington
House
Steaders
Penrose Barsey
Penrose
Penn
Truck Train Leaves Today Headed for Baltimore
Three US Army logistical units stationed at Seaside Park prepare to move out at 6 30 in the morning. They will be sorted by officers F A Salmons and Hy Lig fins. The convoy includes 140 trucks from the Locomobile company.
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United States Evlararmy
Uraei Train
Quartermaster Corps
Seaside Park
Jonve W Bridgeforthis
Paice
Fake Hero Arrest Follows Brooklyn Lectures
Deserter Sergeant Henry Johnson of the 389th infantry stationed at Camp Dix was arrested by Detective Pred Derrick after posing as a war hero in Brooklyn and other eastern cities. He collected about $80 before fleeing, with a Bridgeport lecture planned for Tuesday canceled and a New York inquiry underway.
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N. J
Charles U. Suckley
France
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Tohnson
Pred Derrick
Lis
Union
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United States
Bridgeport
Brooklyn
New York
Johanson
Health Dept to Aid in Rent Rate Battle
The Health department begins a push to curb extortionate rents in city tenements. Officials urge tenants and citizens to report unsanitary or unsafe conditions as landlords face penalties and mandatory improvements. The campaign seeks voluntary compliance with health standards and promises prosecutions for noncompliant owners.
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Landloris
Thom Eibertent
Westertdly
Aochterd Tie
Experts to review bid for New sewage plant contract
Paving and Sewer Commission officials Chew and McElway travel to New York to confer with engineers Fuller and Johnson on the lower bid for the Bostwick avenue Mor ris street sewage disposal plant and pumping station. Two bids were opened with Conners Brothers at 7 745 000 and United States and Cuban Allies at 852 500 with profits sought. Derby firm offered 7.5 percent profit cap. Next Tuesday 3 6 o'clock a finalized decision and bond plan will be prepared for Aldermen.
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New York City
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George A. Johnson
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Morris Street
Conners Brothers Company
New York
United States
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Meeler
Astern Engineering Company of
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McWley
Cepital Issues Committee
Atters
Ety
Rules Appointive Officials Outside Deferred Classes
Major John Buckley announces that War Department rules apply to county and municipal officials claiming deferment. Appointive officers may be counted as not entitled to deferral except where a new authority directs. Supreme Court guidance defines county officials as nondeferable unless legally stated.
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War Department
Newry
Ion
Ice Wagon Strike Threat Looms In Bridgeport
Ice wagon drivers at City Ice station on Sea View Avenue threaten strike for higher wages. Despite a compromise offer, no settlement was reached, raising fear the walkout could spread to other units. Officials warn of reduced price deliveries as customers visit yards for supplies.
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Bridgeport
Seaview Avenue
Strance
City Tee
Coal von Puny
Wilson and Holcomb Lead to Victory Talk at Armory
Judge John J. Walsh addressed delegates at the first annual New England States association convention of the National Association of Stationary Engineers in Bridgeport. He argued that the war aims defend civilization and liberty, critiqued democracy and recalls, and urged understanding of fundamental principles guiding social and economic questions.
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Holcomb
America
John J. Walsh
Norwalk
Armory
New England States
National Association of Stationary Engineers
Earth
Germany
Bridgeport
Walsh
United States
Greece
Connecticut
Dwight
Valor in the Air Over Marne and Chateau Thierry
Airmens report valuable data as American pursuit planes penetrate Germanheld airspace north of Chateau Thierry, 50 miles, engaging enemy aircraft and observing Luftwaffe bases. Lt Roosevelt, youngest son of Foose, claimed his first German plane in a dogfight north of Chateau Thierry, while Allies push toward Longpont and Corey as battles unfold along the Aisne.
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Associated Press
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Roosevelt
Vlanne
Foose
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Tinasevnit
Ite
Class 1-B Slacker Probe Targets Draft Eligibles
A draft official labeled 1-B registrants as slackers and warned that 20 young men in group BF of Class 1 may be inducted soon despite patriotic attempts to avoid service. Some have minor physical issues that could be corrected, with surgery offered at St Vincent's or Bridgeport Hospital at government expense, but few accepted. Those who refuse medical treatment after entering the army face martial consequences as calls to arms rise nationwide.
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Drift Board
Pele
St. Vincent's
Tiddgeport Hospital
Travas
Phe
Labor Board policy to govern shipyard workers clash
Labor Board announces policy framework governing shipyard workers amid emergency fleet program. Provisions shield workers’ rights to join unions, bar coercion, and set standards for hiring, safety, and fair treatment. arrests reported as authorities enforce rules and weddings restricted within the city.
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