Global tensions rise as empires and communism contend for power
A roundup from capitals reports European instability with imperialism and communism vying for influence. Belgium's Emile Vandervelde cannot form a cabinet, Bulgaria's king is under arrest, and Bulgarian forces may grow by seven thousand. Moderate updates cover trials, weather, and disasters in the United States and abroad, including fires in Saltair and Houston, a Senate secretary's death, and drought prayers in Texas.
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A. C. MacLin
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Germans Elect Von Hindenburg President After Turbulent Vote
Berlin reports General von Hindenburg elected president with a nearly one million vote plurality over Dr. Wilhelm Marx. Marx led early as results counted, but Hindenburg gained momentum as votes from key districts favored the war hero, amid demonstrations and nationalist celebrations.
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von Hindenburg
German Republic
Wilhelm Marx
Hert Thraelman
Germany
Dr. Marx
General von Hindenburg
Weimar
Tribute to Pershing United States Leaders Attend Dinner
Prominent public figures including governors and cabinet members honored General John J. Pershing at two events in New York. A dinner at the National Vaudeville Artists Club and a later public tribute at the Hippodrome theater marked the retiree’s reception. Newton D Baker presented Pershing a bronze plaque from the American Legion.
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General Pershing
United States Army
National Vaudeville Artists’ Club
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Hippodrome Theater
Newton B. Baker
Pershing
Heavy Rains Flood Tonkawa Oklahoma Roads
Tonkawa Oklahoma experienced heavy rains estimated at five to seven inches. The downpour from 2 to 4 PM flooded low-lying areas, swept away houses, and carried lumber downstream along the Salt Fork River. Half inch hail damaged crops and roads remained submerged as waters receded. The Tonkawa oil field was isolated by rising waters.
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Greece Fears Army Increase Sparks Government Objection
Premier Michalakopoulos registered objection to any army expansion as he received the council of ambassadors decision permitting temporary Bulgarian military enlistment. The protest signals tensions over Balkan defense buildups and Greek security concerns.
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Athens
Michalakopoulos
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Kellogg Backs World Court Support in Washington
Secretary Kellogg declares himself in favor of American participation in an international tribunal for settling disputes.
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