Red Cross drive surges after German atrocities
Washington reports a strong Day of giving as Americans pour $22 million into the second $100 million Red Cross fund. Total subscriptions reach $86,659,000 with cities like St Paul Denver and Utah contributing above quotas. Colorado leads the Rocky Mountain division with $1,144,978 raised. Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico follow with substantial totals.
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Washington
Hospitale
America
Red Cross
St. Paul
Denver
Colorado
Rocky Mountain
Utah
Wyoming
New Merlea
Moldavia Sinks After Torpedoing With American Troops Aboard
British admiralty reports the armed troop ship Moldavia was torpedoed without warning and sunk. Fifty six Americans on board are unaccounted for with fears they were killed. the vessel carried troops en route from England to France.
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London
Moldavia
Admiralty
Washington
Ranaparta Moldavia
War Department
England
France
Fragee
Cheyenne Schools Honor G A R Tribute
Cheyenne school children honored the G A R with two patriotic programs at the convent and gym. School leaders and clergy spoke, patriotic readings were performed, and a collection raised 31 dollars for the local memorial fund.
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G. A. Tt
Cheyanne
I. §. Bartlett
Bishop McGovern
T. P. Pauhay
Severs Hoge Domgelman
R. A. Morton
Maher
Smith
Tom Castle
High Pool Gymoxaiom
Mevie Addcotans
Adlink Gomera Weaver
Cochin
Jort Russell Y. M
A.D. Kelley
Hu- A Ene
Elome- Hin
GA. KR
Baker Eyes 50 Year Army Age Limit to Boost Frontline Troops
Secretary Baker asks Congress to raise the army age to fifty, with men aged 40 to 60 serving in noncombat roles to free younger soldiers for front lines. In separate notes, Italy’s war role is praised by Wilson and Roosevelt, while Mark Requa announces 60 day price protections for gasoline and fuel products with potential further cuts if needed.
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Baker
Italy
Associated Press
Washington
House
Champ Clark
Mark Requa
Fuel Administration
Gulf Ports
Atlantic Seaboard
United States Navy
End of War Predicted Within Year Says Allies
A May 24 dispatch reports Allied optimism about ending the war this year as German offensives in France falter. British leaders and American air power are praised, with experts split on a final outcome. some predict a swift end, others foresee months more fighting.
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Somme
Bucquoy
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Lys
Flanders
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Scarpe
Moreul
Montdidier
Paris
Rene
Coldiera
Huss
Tea
Abshington
Wrenior Loyd-George Haw
France
Foch
Tecma
Germany
Loreen
Eé Cchance
Moacow
Lithuania
White Russia
Wilson delays final decision on war finance session
Washington May 24 President Wilson delayed his final decision on whether Congress should dispense with the July vacation to frame new war finance legislation. He had earlier deferred to Secretary McAdoo who urged immediate action. After a talk with Senator Simms he indicated he needs more time and will likely issue his ruling tomorrow.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
New War Finance Legislaion
McAdoo
Simms
North Carolina
Senate Finance Committee
Family of Glen Wiped Out by Bombing Across Switzerland
A German aviator dropped bombs over Pec dining area last night killing a family of Glen. The attack occurred near Janda as bombs fell across Switzerland, with German forces involved in a rapid bombing raid that claimed multiple lives.
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Nix
Switzerland
Villa forces tighten border patrols amid rising tension
Reports from El Paso indicate Protehtwo Villa maintains strong influence as government pushes large detachments to the border. Patrols search for arms and supplies while Villa loyalists remain active and well organized in the area.
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EL ‘Paso
Theope
Wre
Theoble Sia
Demonstration at Calumet and Arizona Mine over Red Cross fund
In Whisber, May 24, John P. Peawle a German employee at the Calumet and Arizona mine in Lowell was ridden from the grounds after refusing to contribute to the Red Cross fund. Two other Germans who declined have disappeared to avoid miners’ wrath. More than 600 employees participated in the demonstration against the German. Most workers here have contributed generously.
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Ariz
John P. Peawle
Calumet and Arizona
Lowell
On & Drill
Red Cross Fund
Ge Mons
Government Likely to Seize Cal Mines for War Output
Washington reports that it is very probable the government will take over the California mines for the war period to ensure proper output and reasonable prices. The move aims to stabilize mineral production during the national emergency.
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Washington
Prince Arthur of Connaught Visits President Wilson
Prince Arthur of Connaught, first cousin to the English king, paid a brief courtesy call on President Wilson in Washington during a stopover on his way to Japan to view the emperor on behalf of the British government.
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Washington
Prince Arthur of
Lincoln County Wood Growers Hold Important Meeting
Lincoln County wood growers held a special meeting at the town hall in Kemmerer on May 24. The session aimed to discuss with Dr tier of the U S bureau of normal industry methods to prevent any possible foothold for the stables galeiveg crisis in the region.
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Kemmerer
Wyo
Lincoln County Wood Growers
Tier of Denger
U. 58 Bureau of Andmal Industry
Mule Skinner Takes Else Jams and Tries a Dance
An obscure 1940s scene reports Mule Skinner performing amid a bustling crowd as US troops and aircraft noises interrupt a dance number. Miss Janis leads a stage sequence while the audience reacts with applause and confusion in a wartime entertainment setting.
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Mule Skinner
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