Telegraphers Strike Ends Await Burleson Clarification
Associated Press reports the telegraphers strike winding down with Postmaster General Burleson to issue a formal scope ruling. Union leaders say the order for electricians covers strikers, but no end action is likely until assurances against unfair treatment for wire workers. The walkout, now involving about 25,000 members, has halted railway and commercial traffic nationwide.
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Burleson Sets Up Telephone Coin to Channel Grievances
General Burleson announced a plan to designate an officer or representative to receive employee grievances. The move aims to clarify whom workers should present complaints to and to streamline their contact with the war department and its wire control board.
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Brotherhood passes resolution to curb alien labor competition
At the convention here the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen votes a resolution to curb alien labor in jobs held by its members. It targets Japanese workers and calls for action by the U S president and Congress. Tubdr. J F McNamee, editor of the organization magazine, was inducted.
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IWW raid on Burlington train shocks Lincoln crowd
Lincoln police raided a Burlington freight train and arrested a small band of Industrial Workers of the World. The leader claimed authorization to recruit members and said they were bound for Kansas harvest fields as migration from east to west had begun. He estimated 50 percent of harvest hands in Kansas Nebraska and the Dakotas were IWW members.
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Britons Alcock and Brown complete first nonstop Atlantic flight
Capt. John Alcock and Lieut. Arthur Brown completed the first nonstop Atlantic crossing from Newfoundland to Galway Ireland in about sixteen hours. They landed in a bog near Clifden after circling wireless aerials seeking a safe field, with minor injuries to Brown and Alcock from the landing impact. The pair sent telegraphic news to friends from the Clifden wireless station before breakfast.
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Pavilion Erected in Gil Park for 148th Wyoming Welcome
Work began on a dancing pavilion in City Park to host the 148th Field Artillery and other Wyoming soldiers during their welcome events. The 75 by 400 foot pavilion will serve as headquarters for the soldiers with vaudeville turns and dancing planned in Cheyenne. Discharges of the 148th will occur at Port Russell over the following three days after arrival.
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Villa Attack Near Juarez Ends as Yanks Cross Rio Grande
American troops in the punitive expedition against Villa rebels near Juarez clash with Villa forces. Reports say about 50 Villa followers killed, one cavalryman Corp Chigas shot, and American casualties with many captured or wounded. General Angeles moves with a small guard. chase extends toward 35 miles southwest toward Rauttorst, near Juarez.
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Allies Deliver Final Peace Terms Reply To Germany
Panis June 16 The final reply of the allied powers to the May 7 peace draft is handed to the German delegation. Germany has seven days to accept or the armistice ends. The reply upholds core terms with detailed changes including Silesia adjustments, West Prussia fortifications, a larger German army, and a timetable for admitting accused individuals. Clemenceau’s covering letter stresses Germany’s responsibility for the war and demands a just settlement.
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With Menenar Angeles in Tie Pl Mexico
A brief note from TIE PL Mexico dated June 16 reports a tie situation involving Menenar Angeles. Details are sparse in the fragment.
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Invasion of Mexico Discussed by Congress
Washington reports both houses debated the crossing of the border by American troops. Sen Watson argued about invasion implications and presidential authority while Sen King and Sen Fall urged action on Mexican damage claims and border policy. Representative Goll condemned the crossing as an offensive intrusion.
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Bank Robbery Shocks West Cleveland After Escape
A dramatic daytime bank robbery in West Cleveland ends with two suspects fleeing on foot while two escape in a car and a fifth suspect remains inside the vehicle with the engine running. Police report estimated losses near 100000.
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Governor Urges Wyoming Welcome for Returning Soldiers
Governor calls on Wyoming residents to greet the 148th Field Artillery and nearby units returning from service. He notes many are from the state and urges a statewide celebration and welcome at their arrival, praising their wartime record and asking citizens to show pride and hospitality.
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