Vickers Vimy Completes First Nonstop Atlantic Flight
Capt Alcock and Lieut Brown landed at Clifden Ireland completing the first nonstop Atlantic crossing. The Vickers Vimy, damaged on landing, traveled 16 hours 12 minutes from St Johns Newfoundland in heavy fog. They plan to fly to London after repairs. prize money announced.
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London
John’ Alcock
Arthur W. Brown
Clifden
Ireland
Atlantic
St. Johns
N. F
Alcock
Newfoundland
Galway
Brown
The
Aero Club
AFL to Fight Red Radicals at Convention
Atlantic City June 16 Delegates to the American Federation of Labor meet to advance labor conditions and crush Bolshevik influence. Plans include rejecting radical resolutions and showing labor’s support for American government and a non Soviet system.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Organized Labor
American Federation of Labor
Wilson
America
United States
Labor Leaders Warn Public on Beer Prohibition Enforcement
Washington June 16 Organized labor plans a Saturday public demonstration in Congress to protest wartime beer and wine bans. Samuel Gompers head of the AFL cautioned he is apprehensive about results and labor not yet adjusting to the new conditions, while promising leaders will try to control the situation but unable to predict individual worker reactions.
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Washington
Organized Labor
Congress
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Germany to have 200000-man army for three years
Paris reports Geheim term changes allow a 200000 strong German force for three years to balance smaller states armies in Austria Poland and Czecho Slovakia. A general armament reduction is to be negotiated immediately.
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Paris
Germany
Austria
Poland
Czecho-Slovakia
Austrian Protest Note Forwarded to Paris and German Pact
Austrian delegates forward a protest note likely a counter proposal. Paris reports the German colonies mandate request is rejected. the council of four notes hope for an early reply. Clemenceau remains firm against immediate German admission to the league of nations, preferring a later entry.
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Paris
Council of Four
Germany
Clemenceau
Demonstration Favors the Return of Monarchy in Graudenz
A monarchical demonstration in Graudenz Posen last Friday saw the volunteer guard crown William I’s monument with a wreath and march to barracks with imperial banners and portraits. Workmen sent a delegation to Defense Minister Noske to protest. Vorwaerts warns officers in eastern Germany opposing the government will be dismissed and that the first clash with Poles could trigger a monarchist revolt.
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Copenhagen
Graudenz
Posen
William I
Noske
Vorwaerts
Berlin
Germany
Johnson for President Association forms in California
A California republican conference organized the Johnson for President Association of California to back Hiram W. Johnson for the national nomination. Frank P. Fulnt of Los Angeles was named chairman and Philip Banecroft of San Francisco secretary, with representatives from all party branches in attendance.
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Mr. Johnson
San Francisco
United States
Hiram W. Johnson
California
Association of
Royalty Seeks Divorce in London Court
London June 16 Duchess of Westminister sues for divorce as session opens June 17 along with cases by the Marchioness of Conyngham and the Baroness Kenyon seeking restriction of conjugal rights before divorce proceedings begin.
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London
Duchess of Westminister
Marchioness of
U S Army Opens Fire on Juarez as Mexican Hostilities Rise
Brig. Gen. orders emergency alert as U S artillery fires the first shot over Juarez at 12 30 am toward the Juarez race track. A second shell lands near the track followed by two near the international bridge on the Mexican side. Negro troops of the 24th Infantry patrol Juarez streets at midnight and are moved to the bridge with permits to cross into the American side. Juarez remains quiet with no exchanges of fire reported.
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el Paso
United States Army
Juarez
International Bridge
24Th Infantry
Outrage Fears Promptwide Police Precautions
William J. Flynn, head of the justice department investigation bureau, warned that bomb outrages might be expected nationwide. In response, Chief John Tracey ordered special guards to protect public buildings and the homes of prominent citizens after a report of increased bomb threats.
Senate committee seeks law to curb bolshevik influence
The Senate judiciary subcommittee released a report denouncing radicalism and violence linked to bolshevism as seen in Russia. It recommends a permanent espionage act like wartime law, tighter rules on explosives, regulate mushroom organizations, oversee foreign language publications, broaden publisher ownership reporting, and strengthen the corrupt practices act to curb political contributions.
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Washington, D. C
America
Russia
Senate Judiciary
Congress
Senate
Post Office Department
American Troops Cross into Mexico to Halt Villa Firing
El Paso reports Brigadier General James B. Erwin says 8600 U S troops crossed into Juarez to prevent Mexican fire on El Paso. He stresses no invasion and notes cooperation with Carranza forces as armored cars move toward Juarez. Crossings occurred at 11 p.m. with units from the 24th infantry, 5th and 7th cavalry, and 82nd artillery.
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el Paso
Mexico
Villa
James B. Erwin
Associated Press
Francisco Gonzales
Carranza
Juarez
Erwin
82Nd
S. R. H. Tompkins
Wth Cavalry
Tindsell
Brotherhood Rejects Rail Walkout in Winnipeg
In Winnipeg on June 16 officers of the railway brotherhoods and affected companies said the sympathetic walkout by running trades unionists failed. V P James Murdock warned that strikers who quit will be disqualified and 1500 replacements could be used if needed. Most trains ran on schedule aside from some special or work trains removed from service. Mayor Gray did not issue the promised statement on a settlement plan.
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Winnipeg
Man
Railway Brotherhoods
James Murdock
The
Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen
International Brotherhoods
Charles I. Gray
New 7.5 Million Linnard Hotel Planned on Park Ave New York
June 16 report announces a 7.5 million Linnard hotel to rise on Park Avenue between Fifty-first and Fifty-second streets. D M Linnard, Pacific coast hotel chain owner, says the 17 story 600 room building will begin this summer and be “purely American.” Also noted is the Ambassador hotel opening at Atlantic City later this month.
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Gotham
New York
Linnard
Park Avenue
Fifty-first
Fifty-second
D. M. Linnard
Pacific Coast
Atlantic City
Lionard
Union men claim some 23000 towns tied up
Chicago reports say union leaders claim telegraph disruption across some 23000 towns and cities as a nationwide strike of commercial operators continues. Officials say Western Union messages suffer delays and railroad lines see congestion while railroad telegraphers pledge to halt commercial handling.
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Chicago
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union of America
Western Union
Order of Railroad Telegraphers
St. Louis
Postal Telegraph Company
Association of Western Union
Brokers
No Change In Peace Terms From Senate Actions
Paris reports there were no indications that the Senate resolutions would alter treaty plans or affect the league of nations covenant. The program to complete and present the treaty remains unchanged and separation of the league from the treaty would take many weeks.
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Paris
Senate
League
President Wilson to Return Home After Belgium Visit
President Wilson plans a brief Paris stay of three or four days after his return from Belgium next Friday before sailing for the United States. He expects to visit Belgium midweek with Mrs. Wilson and Rear Admiral Grayson, his personal physician, accompanying him as he departs Paris Tuesday night by special train and returns Friday morning.
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Paris
Wilson
Belgium
United States
Grayson
Remedy Made From Roots and Herbs At Pinkham Laboratory
A visit to the laboratory shows careful preparation of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with sterilized utensils and pasteurization. Physicians note the relief it provides for women's illnesses, with many letters from grateful women supporting its virtue.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Growing Old in a Humorous Note From Macon Republican
A Macon Republican quips that aging brings philosophical musings and clarifies that some citizens already debate the tax on soft drinks with strong language.
Freezone promises painless corn removal breakthrough
An advertisement touts Freezone as a quick relief for hard and soft corns and calluses. It claims instant numbing action with a drop, then removal by fingers, and credits a Cincinnati genius as the discoverer. Drugstores sell small bottles for a few cents.
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Cincinnati
General Pershing War Map Room Recreated in Washington Museum
The old National Museum in Washington is recreating General Pershing's war map room. The setup includes the commander’s chair and aides chairs, a map table, and walls covered with the original linoleum design. The map arrived in pieces and was assembled, with hourly reports recorded as history was written on the wall.
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General Pershing
National Museum
Washington
Pershing
We Should Always Have Good Company
The remark emphasizes choosing quality company to improve life. It suggests a personal ethic of surrounding oneself with positive influences and mindful companionship.
Allen's Foot Ease Ad Highlights Sore Feet Relief
An old advertisement touts Allen's Foot Ease for tired aching and blistered feet. It claims the powder freshens feet and prevents fatigue in shoes, urging women to buy from dealers everywhere.
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Allen
Passionate exchange over child habit in marriage discourse
In a lively ruling Mrs Talkerton remarks she wishes to curb young Gladys habit of thumb sucking. Her husband reassures that as she grows older the behavior will fade and she will speak without intervention.
Buy a Farm Now for Cheap Land Offers
J L Edwards, Manager of the Agricultural Section of the U S Railroad Administration, invites homeseekers to request free information on farming opportunities. No sales, no money required, just guidance. State which area you want to learn about and write to Room 70, Washington DC.
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U. S. Railroad Administration
J. L. Edwards
U. 3S
Railroad Administration
Washington, D. C
Transgressor Faces Hard Path Against Natural Law
A quotation notes that defying nature proves difficult for anyone who seeks to break natural laws, framing defiance as a hard route rather than a clever gambit. The line underscores moral cause and consequence in a cautionary tone.
Cuticura Toilet Preparations Advertise Everyday Use
The advertisement promotes Cuticura products for skin care including Soap Ointment and Talcum. It claims the soap cleanses and purifies the skin, the ointment soothes and heals, and the talcum perfumes and polishes. It asserts the trio is essential on every toilet table and lists a price of 25 cents.
Debate Etiquette and Response in an Argument
The article examines whether naming opponents during disputes affects the discussion. It notes how personal attacks can inflame tempers, while direct rebuttals keep focus on facts and logic. The piece suggests restraint and clear, evidence based arguments improve discourse.
Haarlem Oil Capsules Promise Kidney Relief
An advert urges immediate action at first signs of kidney trouble. It claims GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules purify blood and strengthen kidneys, available in three sealed sizes with money-back guarantee if they fail to help.
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Haarlem
Holland
Authors Handwriting Reveals Writers Personalities
Readers would gain side lights on character by seeing original manuscripts of famous authors. Chesterton’s handwriting is described as shocking by an English editor. Jacobs types and rarely corrects his drafts, while Wells Kipling Bennett Conan Doyle are noted for neat copy. Stacpoole’s handwriting varies from neat typing to scribbled sheets torn from copybooks.
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G. K. Chesterton
W. W. Jacobs
H. G. Wells
Rudyard Kipling
Arnold Bennett
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
H. de Vere Stacpcote
Heard on the Train in a Boston Transcript Exchange
A brief overheard on a train features a deaf elderly man and a speaker confirming Riley and connections to the man’s father. The exchanged slang and stumbles capture a moment of recognition and shared memory in a casual conversational sketch.
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Mr. Riley
Riley
Boston Transcript
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