Obregon Dead and Peace Plan Fails in Mexican War
El Paso reports General Alvaro Obregon killed by gunshot after the Leon battle with Villaists declaring no peaceful settlement. Carranza’s position weakens as Villa orders a new strike and Benjamin Hill takes command of Obregon’s army after amputation and continued leadership from hospital cot.
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May Break Treaties as Seamen's Act Triggers Notice
The United States has notified twenty-one principal nations that it may terminate treaty provisions conflicting with the Seamen's Act passed by Congress. The notices were sent through American embassies within ninety days from March 4, outlining potential excisions if nations do not consent. If consent fails, the U.S. would cancel all related treaties and begin new negotiations on estates, property, consular duties, diplomatic immunity, duties, and other treaty provisions.
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Exiles Arrive in Azores Under Guard
A Portuguese cruiser lands in Ponta Delgada with former Cabinet members Pimenta de Castro Goulart de Medeiros and Navier de Brito exiled after the recent revolution. They will remain in the Azores under surveillance with Castro the former Prime Minister Medeiros the ex Education Minister and Brito the ex Marine Minister.
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National Peace Conference Draws 2300 Delegates in New York
2300 delegates from across the United States attended a national peace and preparation conference under the National Security League in New York. The event highlighted coordinated civic support amid wartime tensions.
Supreme Court setback blocks new Sherman law cases
Washington officials acknowledge a hard blow to anti trust enforcement after the Supreme Court denied a Government request to review the Patterson case against National Cash Register executives. The Sixth Circuit remanded for retrial but with a decree seen as effectively ending chances for renewed conviction.
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Bryan opens fire on submarines and peace plan
Washington reports William Jennings Bryan explains his resignation as Secretary of State. He cites using private means while honoring the president and urges a German peace offer under treaty principles. He argues treaties with thirty nations make war nearly impossible and calls for dialogue with Germany to ease tensions.
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McAdoo seeks Latin American support for shipping propaganda
Secretary McAdoo sent letters to Latin American nations following the Pan American financial conference. The questions inquire about shipping facilities between the United States and each country and aim to secure backing for the administration's shipping campaigns.
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Labor Shortage Seen as Nation's Worst in History
Pittsburgh reports experts predict the United States will face its greatest labor shortage within six months due to Italy's war. The pinch is already felt in some localities and will peak in the Fall as Italian reservists depart and more workers are called up.
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Russians Driven From Bukowina Supposed by Vienna
London reports Austro-German forces push on multiple fronts from the Baltic to the Romanian frontier. Russian counterattacks gain ground near the Dniester while Austro-German victories are claimed around Lemberg and Przemysl. Parallel western fighting includes Neuville St Vaast and Yser activity with Greek elections nearing.
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French and German Heroes Dedicate Sedan Monument
General von Einem and detachments of Meuse battle troops attended the dedication of a monument at Nevers near Sedan. The German erected memorial honors both German and French soldiers who fell. Von Einem spoke in French and entrusted the monument to the care of the local French inhabitants.
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Rumanians’ Conservatist Leader Claims Allied Demands Met
A Rome report says the Rumanian Conservative leader states Great Britain France Russia and Italy have agreed to Romania’s demands. Greece and Serbia reportedly refuse Allied territorial proposals in Macedonia. Petrograd notes a Dniester crossing with a Russian cavalry success at Zaleszczyky. Western battles extend from the sea to the Woevre as Italians attack Gorizia after races on the Isonzo. An Italian airship raids Pola’s arsenal, nearly destroying it.
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New Jersey News Roundup Highlights Local Developments
Pitman Stag Club opens new quarters in Kersey building. Bishop Matthews confirms a large class at St. John's Church Camden and delivers an address. Miss Lillian Wyman resigns from Woodbury High to teach German at Hammonton. Flagpole to rise at Pitman Masonic club on July 3. Oaklyn postmaster exam July 10. salary 336 dollars. Cape May considers electric lighting plant election. Helen Poley leaves Cape May High for West Chester Normal School. Farmers attend State Board of Agriculture field day at Raritan. Collingswood school bonds of 75000 approved. work to begin. Rural Telephone Co. contract unaffected by Interstate sale. Palmyra Methodist Sunday school funds reach 6600. District Superintendent Snyder approves building plans. Moorestown Relief Fire Company elects Benners for 26th time. Clayton forms fife and drum corps led by George Girard. Pitman sewer plan discussed. Lenola gains improved train service via South Jersey Commuters Association. State Road Commissioner approves Gloucester roads with gravel Turnerville Cross Keys. Medford sportsmen urge action on animal control and dog issues. Walter Lewis reelected Gibbstown school supervisor. Gibbstown awaits new railroad station. Moorestown peach blight noted. Port Norris girls push 20000 loan for new high school. Vingl Fire Commission reorganizes. water mains to be expanded. Camden County Tuberculosis Hospital reelects Schellenger as president. Hovender as VP. Markley as secretary and treasurer.
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