Provisional government to stand firm over allied note
May 6. The provisional government led by Premier Syroff refused to amend the note to the allies. Ministers pledge resignation if needed while the president of the council reiterates that peace with no military effort is unacceptable. Premier Looff says no further note can be sent and will resign if obligated. The council of workmen and soldiers delegates backed the government in a 35 to 3,500 vote.
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Peprograd
Syroff
Looff
Council of Workmen and Soldier
Treasury Bond Sales Hit Record Twenty Million Dollars An Hour
Washington May 5 subscriptions to the property loan bonds poured in at a rate of twenty million dollars per hour, forcing telegraph wires to strain under the overload. The oversubscription continues with no let up as the offer remains highly popular.
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Washington
Erty Loan
Denver Records May Snowfall Noted in City Weather
Colorado report from Denver notes a record May snowfall with several inches measured, setting a new monthly low high for the calendar. The event adds to an ongoing late-season winter pattern and impacts local routines.
Elk's parade and events celebrate community spirit in Elko
A large Elk’s order march led by a band highlighted yesterday’s city parade. Miss Irene Gaylord and Miss Muriel Littlefield led with ribbons, and floats from May Basket to red cross themes drew crowds. Dr. H K Faber spoke at the court house, the military ball drew record crowds, and local dancing thrilled spectators with multiple graceful performances.
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Red Cross
Elk’s Order
Irene Gaylord
Muriel Littlefield
Elk’s Section
Verdi Lumber Company
Sunset Grocery
Court House
H. K. Faber
Stanford University
Bradley
Elko
Company H
Blanch Gobin
Nellie Gobin
Nevada Butler
Dorothy Middleton
Kate Sarnel
German Counter Attacks Repulsed Near Paris
Paris reports heavy German counter attacks after new troops were sent in last night. They claim significant progress east of Mont Carnilet with thousands of prisoners, while London confirms further British progress yesterday.
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Paris
Mont Carnilet
London
German Peace Proposals To Be Made Within Fortnight
Copenhagen May 6 The German chancellor will present Germanys peace proposals within a fort night in response to interpellations from conservatives and socialists. Dr Hellfrich said the answer will define German aims after pressure from all sides.
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Copenhagen
Germany
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Hellfrich
Reno Attorney Sardis Summerfield Struck by Auto
Sardis Summerfield a Reno attorney was struck by an automobile driven by A D Barnett at Second and Virginia streets shortly after 1 6 o clock. He was dragged under the car and released when the vehicle was raised bodily. He was taken to his home for examination. injuries described as painful but not serious with a deep knee cut and multiple bruises and no bones broken.
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Reno Journal
Sardis Summerfield
Reno
A. D. Barnett
Second
Virginia Streets
Virginia Street
Summerfield
Second Street
Virginia
Mr. Summerfield
Grain report from Chicago lists wheat and corn prices
Chicago May 6 grain report shows wheat at 2.78 a bushel and corn at 1.63 a bushel with oats at 0.67.
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Chicago
President Wilson Sits in Galleries as British Mission Arrives
President Wilson occupied a seat in the executive galleries of the House for about ten minutes unnoticed. Balflour and other members of the British mission spoke on the floor. Members cheered as the president bowed. Wilson then met with Speaker Clark and exchanged remarks after the visit.
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Washington
Wilson
Balfour
Capitol
Clark
Harbor Bill Agreed Upon by House Committee
The rivers and harbors bill totaling twenty nine million dollars was approved by the house committee. It funds continuing improvements and maintenance and includes large allocations for new work at San Diego San Francisco and Norfolk as urged by the war and navy secretaries for national defense.
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Washington
House
San Diego
San Francisco
Norfolk
Secretaries of War and Navy
Sullivan to act as Nevada adjutant general disburser
Lieut Governor M J Sullivan, also the state adjutant general, said he would serve as disbursing officer to pay expenses for military registration in Nevada. Funds will be advanced from the War Department to cover registers, assistants, rental and stationery costs, with gratuities if needed. The president may mobilize and direct officers to carry out the act, granting broad authority for actions taken under it.
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Baker
Nevada
M. J. Sullivan
Willn
War Department
United States
District of Columbia
Lee Visitors Reported From Mini Rath Smith and Susie McKiney
Mrs. H Bolton, Minnie Rath Smith and Minn Susie McKiney, all of Lee, were visitors in LEilko yesterday.
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H. Bolton
Mini Rath Smith
Minn Susie McKiney
Lee
Leilko
Yeaterday
Restriction on Kaiser Power Adopted by Reichstag
Amsterdam May 53 dispatch reports the constitution committee of the Reichstag has decided to alter the imperial constitution. Kaiser's ordinances will be issued in the name of the empire and require counter signature by the imperial chancellor or his representative who assumes responsibility to the Reichstag.
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Amsterdam
Germany
Reischtas
Berlin
Elschtag
Espionage Bill Goes to Senate After House Passage
The house espionage bill with the modified conference version passed yesterday 260 to 105 and went to the senate today where a similar measure is under review.
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Senate
Washington
House
Defeated Congressman Crull Dies by Poison in Elkhart
H Jacob Crull of Roundup Montana, defeated by Jeanette Rankin for the Republican congressional nomination, died after drinking poison at an undertaker’s. He had visited a brother here after twenty years away and was unmarried.
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Elkhart
Ind
H. Jacob Crull
Roundup
Montana
Jeanette Rankin
Crull
May Enlistment Open for Local Company H Fifth California Infantry
Enlistments may be made with Company H of the Fifth California Infantry stationed here and at Tonka. Recruits go into active service for the war. First Lieutenant L. B. Banker is the designated recruiting officer, formerly the California state recruiter. Enlisted men travel to San Francisco for medical exam and equipment before returning for service.
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Fifth California Infantry
Tonka
L. B. Banker
Naval board reports submarine problem solved
Chairman Sanders of the naval board announced plans were forwarded to Washington for addressing the submarine issue, and he believes the problem has been solved successfully.
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Washington
Sanders
Naval Board
Jews Threatened with Massacre Reported in Palestine
A telegram to Adolph Krauz, international president of the order of Bnai Birth, says Jews in Palestine face massacre. He asks Secretary Lansing to urge the Turkish government to address the report.
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Chicago
Palestine
Adolph Krauz
Order of Bani Birth
Lansing
States to register military men under selective conscription
Washington details outline of registration method for the selective conscription bill. State officials including governors will act as chief registration agents. All persons within the age limit must present at their voting precinct on registration day, with 10 to 15 days expected between bill approval and registration.
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Washington
War Department
England Gets Second Loan to England
Washington May 6 The second loan to England of 2000000 dollars was transferred to Spring View by Secretary McAdoo. The loan is short term and will be rolled into the larger loan planned with proceeds from big bond issues. An additional one million will be loaned within a few days.
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Washington
England
Spring View
McAdoo
Renee
Soldiers Thank Local People After Fundraiser
Soldiers of Company 4 Captain Morris and Lieut Banvors express thanks to the people of Biko for their assistance at yesterday's parade and for the generous patronage that funded the mess. Jellies and sweets were sent by nearby citizens as welcome additions to the meal.
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Morris
Banvors
Biko
Leamp
Feu
Fnr
German Minister Defends Manifesto Amid Debate
Amsterdam May 6 A Berlin dispatch says General Gromer minister of munitions defended a May Day statement to workers. The manifesto faced criticism from a nodalistic democrat, Deputy Peal Siehne, who said the manifesto was canary because Germany was at a crossroads and one way led to defent.
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Amsterdam
Berlin
Disputch
Gromer
Peal Siehne
Germany
Dance Tonight at Bradley Opera House
A brief evening at the Bradley Opera House features the Ladies Free, with Geints at six dollars. The program promises dancing and light entertainment in a compact song and dance showcase.
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Bradley Opera House
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