Narrow Escapes When Airships Collide
Special Dispatch to The Commercial Tribune San Diego June 5 Sergeant N Frey and Flying Instructor N B Robbins narrowly escaped death when their planes collided at 500 feet traveling ninety mph Frey’s aircraft plunged into San Diego Bay nose in mud and the sergeant swam ashore Robbins righted his aircraft and continued flight
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Turks Decide to Defend Jerusalem
Stockholm via London June 5 The Turks have changed their stance on Jerusalem. Earlier they planned to evacuate if the city was threatened, but a trusted source reports Germany prompted a reversal and Jerusalem will be defended.
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America must be awakened for war, says Senator Lewis
Senator James Hamilton Lewis, Democratic whip, returns to Washington after touring New England and the Midwest and urges immediate public mobilization for war. He says the West and New England must awaken to the war’s demands, calling for united effort, funding, and rapid legislation to mobilize troops and resources.
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War Tax Bill Nears Finish After Lobbying Surge
Washington reports heavy lobbying as the Senate Finance Committee nears final redrafting of the House war tax bill. Senator Lodge cites immense pressure from business interests with hundreds of telegrams daily and a dozen lobbyists active. The panel aims to finish by Friday amid debates on auto license taxes and tobacco and liquor revenues.
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Wilson Holds Line on Arms Embargo With Mexico
President Wilson refuses to lift the arms embargo on Mexico. The stance risks straining diplomatic relations between the United States and Mexico, with potential impact on ongoing diplomacy.
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Restoration of Alsace in French Peace Terms
In Paris on June 5 the Chamber of Deputies adopted a secret session resolution by 453 to 55 demanding the restoration of Alsace and Lorraine to France. It also calls for Germany to make just reparations for the damage and recommends a league of nations after the war to prevent future conflicts.
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Three Die In Severe Shawnee County Wind Storm
In Topeka Kansas, a late day wind storm struck Shawnee County killing at least three people and injuring several. Elmont Valencia Maple Hill and Menoken were among the communities hit with heavy property damage reported.
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Fisk Denies Petition to Keep German in Schools
James Fisk, a member of the Board of Education, denied Tuesday night that he circulated a petition among grade school teachers to keep German as a language in the public schools.
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Fugitive Killed By Posse Near Midway Texas
Word from Fort Worth reports E. H. Fulcher who fled into the woods near Midway and set up a one man fortress was shot and killed by a posse yesterday as he resisted arrest.
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Coming Events From Cincinnati Organizations
A Cincinnati Business Women's Club special meeting will discuss the June 16 outing in Room 313 of the Chamber of Commerce. A free showing of Told in the Twilight at Keith's Theater on Saturday June 9 at 10 30 a m benefits city orphans. The Woman's City Club June 9 meeting at the Zoo includes luncheon at 12 30 p m and a 1 30 p m talk on modern drama by Brewer Brown. The McClellan Brown Social Service League meets at Linton Hotel Thursday at 2 p m for a business session.
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Wilson Addresses Confederate Veterans Reunion in Washington
President Wilson speaks to United Veterans of the Confederacy in Washington signaling renewal of American spirit and willingness to sacrifice. Thousands attend as flag and Confederate emblem mingle behind the presiding officer amid praise for reconciliation and national service. The reunion draws about seven thousand veterans with overflow tents and housing for late arrivals.
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Records smashed for Army recruits before registration
Washington reports a surge in enlistments as 4 201 joined regular army yesterday and total enlistments since April 1 reach 101 498. New York led with 614, Illinois 482 second, Pennsylvania 464 third, Ohio 434 fourth. National Guard gains in late May suggest a net increase of 15 000 to 20 000 with state by state strength climbs and a projected total near 200 000 Guard members.
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Chicago to House War Inventions Branch Office
Chicago becomes the Midwest hub for the Navy Inventions Board as Captain W Strother Smith and Bion Arnold discuss organizing engineers here to examine new ideas for war machines and forward valuable concepts to Washington.
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Patriot Day Registration Dignified Across Southern Cities
In Atlanta on June 5 1942 registration under the draft law proceeded almost without incident as a patriotic holiday. Birmingham raised the flag in Capitol Park after a parade with Major General Wood delivering the address. Business paused in many areas as whistles and church bells rung to mark the opening of registration precincts.
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Masonic Lodges Vote Bond Purchases
Miami Lodge No. 46 F and A M approves buying Liberty bonds worth 2000 dollars. Hyde Park Masonic Lodge also votes to purchase a 500 dollar Liberty Bond by unanimous consent.
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