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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1919

Page

3

Austria Accepts Terms in Peace Conference Delegation

Austria begins addressing the peace terms presented by the allied powers at Saint Germain. Dr Karl Renner, Austrian chancellor, vows loyalty to seek a peaceful basis while noting delays, the delegation’s courteous tone contrasting with German exchanges, and the forthcoming treaty outlines mirroring Germany's but with changes for new states and minority protections.

Jermain France Austria Paul Dutasta Karl Renner Rentner Pearson Doctor Renner Renner von “Brock‘Gerst-Rantzou

Austria Balks at Peace Terms Says Vienna Paper

A Vienna newspaper reports Austria unanimously rejects the peace terms presented at St Germain. Paris sources say Noske toured coast defenses to ready for emergencies as peace conference circles speculate on possible treaty revisions. Premier Clomane maintains a firm stance against changes, while some Entente financiers are surprised by Germany’s offer of 1090 billion marks.

Une Germany Ahea Council of Four Wilson Clomanecea

Treaty text shows Austria becomes Republic of Austria

The document states the former Austro-Hungarian monarchy ceases to exist and is replaced by a republican government in Austria. It recognizes the Czecho-Slovak union and other successor states, establishing peaceful, independent republics under Allied authority and terminating wartime relations.

Germany Austria Czecho-Slovakia Roumania Austria-Hungary Haa Hava Bordona Bérbla Ay 9 Frea Stata Borb-Oront-Slovena Ptate Austria 12 Republic of Austria

Labor head’s car blown up in Chicago incident

An automobile owned by Cornelius P. Shea a former head of the Teamsters union and a well known figure in Chicago is described as having blown up raising questions about motives and possible links to labor tensions local authorities investigate the explosion and review safety records and witnesses report.

Chicago Cornelius P. Shea The Teamsters' Union

Resolution for woman suffrage passes Senate vote

The Senate approved a proposed amendment guaranteeing the right to vote regardless of sex by a sufficient two thirds majority, with 80 Republicans and 20 Democrats voting for and 17 Democrats and Republicans opposing. The vote followed lengthy debate as galleries erupted in applause and suffrage leaders were pictured. The report notes paired votes and several absences, and adds that the House sent to the Senate the $31,600,000 agricultural appropriation bill.

Washington United States Congress Pro-tem Curing Senate Borah Brandegee Dillingham Knox Kndge McLienn Moses Wadaworth Otal Bankhead Berkham Dol Wetcher Gay Harrison Hitchcock Overman Road Simmons Staith Smith Swanson Trammell Underwood Williams Wolcott Batt King Shields Calder Townsend Penrose Gerry and Johnson Pomerene Owen Robinson Georgia Palredi House

First Yanks Quit Russia From Archangel Front

A detachment of American infantry serving in northern Russia sailed from Archangel toward Brest to return home. Six companies of the 339th Infantry totaling about 1,600 men comprise the first contingent to depart, about one third of the Archangel force, embarking at the winter port of Archangel.

Archangel Russia Jung United States Brest Aret Heononilh

Bolshevik forces claim vast gains in war telegrams

The Swedish socialist paper Falketa Dagsbind reports Petrograd telegrams claiming Admiral Kolchak’s forces in the Omsk government were defeated in the south and center. Soviet troops are said to have captured about 40,900 prisoners, 100 guides, and substantial war matériel as the An external offensive near Petrograd is said to have been stopped.

Copenhagen Falketa Dagsbind Petrograd

Prison Funds Found In Jackson Prison Accounts

A Detroit Trust Company audit for the special BOR of the Michigan legislature reports upward of $1,000,000 found in Jackson prison accounts. The audit discloses substantial misappropriation including unrecorded bonds and assets tied to prisoner funds, with details under review by state officials.

Mich Jackson Detroi¢e Trust Company BOR Wast Company

Anarchists Hurl Bombs in Eight U S Cities

A late night terror plot aimed at law enforcement exploded or damaged homes in Washington Cleveland Boston and Paterson among others. Officials link the strikes to May Day bombings mailed to officials and target figures include Attorney General A Mitchell Palmer and Boston judge W Bythompson with several casualties and extensive property damage reported.

Washington Kwan A. Mitchatt'Palmar Palmer Palmer Realdarice A. Mitchell Falmer United States Pollo Say’ Hyo Ongle Pethupa Barry J. Davia Cleveland Tustles Alvert Hy Boyden Roxbury Soutnterpal Court W. By-Thompson Tha Bitteburgh Federal District O. J. Cassady Charles O. Nott General Acetone New’ York Wowan Leland Ws Forrar Massachinistry Newtonville Mass Max Pitte Paterson Philadelphia

Tragic Mine Blast Kills 85, Wounds 43 at Baltimore No 2

In Wilkes-Barre near Hers, a blast at Baltimore No 2 tunnel of Reigwart Hudson Coal Co. kills 85 workers and injures 43. A train of empty cars carried miners to work when a trolley wire fell, igniting brick powder and triggering an explosion that sent men flying. many died from suffocation rather than blast injuries.

Wilkenbarre Baltimore Reigwart & Hudson Coal, Company Herg Johan Ké Gourty

Blaby Theater Manager Dies

Local theater scene mourns after the death of manager at Blaby theater. Details remain scarce as tributes pour in from colleagues and patrons reflecting on his years of service to the venue.

News of World in tabloids tidbits and resignations

A garbled summary notesArthur Vanderlip resigns as president of the National City Bank of New York. Other items include political shifts, labor tensions in Winnipeg, and varied reports from Chicago to Siberia. The piece mentions McAdoo and family wine groups, plus legislative committee activity and wartime prohibition repeal talk.

Chieck Pee Eodingield A. Aullman Lesia Poe Vanderlip Mejle B ‘Arnold AL Ouseves Polk Néry- York Siberia Arcortean Inga Chicago Illinois Ina Penton Willan McAdoo Treng New York Winnipeg Gray House Adolph Newrad Stuimans Naty-York

Two Killed In Strike Riot In Toledo

Two men were shot to death and two others were seriously wounded during disturbances at an automobile plant in Toledo Ohio. Discharged soldiers guarding the plant fired on a crowd outside a Bre station near the factory. A woman was present. a bystander and a threatening crowd are noted in the chaotic scene.

Toledo Austomobile Company Theyteamsj Dle Akniing Hiréa'rigta Tuesaday

German Plot Trial Reveals Teens Movements to Europe

A fragmentary report reveals that 26 Germans and two Hindus were placed under trial at Zurich on June 5. The case involves a teen working to influence a violent change toward Switzerland and Italy as part of an alleged plot.

Genava Switzerland Italy Zurich

Government orders extend wire company control

Fragmented text describes a presidential order on extending government control of wire companies across several states. It mentions postmaster actions, union affiliations, and references to Burlégon and Burlegon, with notes on rates, finance, and imminent hearings. The piece implies a shift toward immediate return of control, pending legislation or deferral.

Washington G&n Ehuse BTBO Woul Burlegon Burlégob Rai Wits Theo House Governmentrol

Sell Army Stores to Washington Debated in June

June 4 report notes a House inquiry on authorizing 825 million dollars in surpine held by the army to be sold to an operative society. Baker replies the society includes 20 million families and needed raw material, amid protests over dumping and meat price effects.

Washington Necretger Baker Re Anthony Kang

Rail Wire Boosts Upheld by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court upheld actions from June that increased telephone and telegram rates, affecting rail freight and passenger services. The decision confirms earlier regulatory increases and outlines implications for communications and transportation fees.

Washington Tullrogd Tha Preme Court Nat Jénun

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