Wilson Calls for No War Limit as He Speaks at Red Cross Drive
President Wilson declares no limit on troops or supplies as the United States continues war effort in France. He defends the war as unselfish, urges Red Cross fundraising, and names Felix Frankfurter administrator of war labor activities to centralize production. The speech highlights unity, alliance with Russia, and distrust of German peace overtures.
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Spirit of This War Pictured by French Schoolgirl Letter
A letter from a Lycee Victor Duray pupil in Paris describes the war divide between France and America. The note, sent via John H. Finley, recalls French students singing The Star Spangled Banner in French and praising America, and portrays the Yser as a symbol of shared justice.
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Leading American Ace Killed in Air Battle Mining German Giant
Maj Raehery, the leading American ace, was killed in combat with a German giant aircraft armed with two machine guns. American forces in the air battle downed three planes. In aviation, ace is earned by downing five Hun planes.
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Hill Family to donate major share of Red Cross drive
The family of the late James J. Hill will contribute about 100000 dollars toward St. Paul’s 500000 dollar Red Cross quota. Louis W. Hill spoke during the Red Cross parade sighting the family’s pledge. Bohemians Ready for Revolt reports from Paris via Zurich warn of potential Czech and Yugoslav unrest if German districts are set up in Bohemia.
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Registration Date Set for 21-Year-Old Youths
Washington dispatch reports June 6 as the registration day for youths who reached 21 since the first draft last June. The resolution awaiting the president’s signature, with Provost Marshal General's Office ready to enforce, targets about 80,000 registrants and plans quarterly registrations in the coming year.
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Train Wreck Hurts 34 Passengers at Rockford Curve
An interurban train from Camp Grant wrecked at the Harrison avenue curve in Rockford Illinois injuring 34 people including two soldiers. One passenger reportedly died from injuries. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as investigators began work.
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Desperate Sinn Fein Plot Amid Ireland Turmoil Reported
London dispatch notes 73 Sinn Fein prisoners ship from Kingstown to Holyhead as crowds cheer. Claimed to be last, authorities claim Ireland's situation is under control. A masked group raided Barncourt Castle seeking arms, but bloodshed remains scarce. Pro-German treason fears prompt arrests of De Valera allies amid U boat fears and US misperceptions.
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Spain Protests Sinking of Villa Dell Sal
Madrid reports the Spanish government filed a strong protest with Berlin over the torpedoing of the Spanish steamship Villa Dell Sal on May 15, demanding clarification and accountability.
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Marion La Follette petitions to change name to Cooper
Marion Warner La Follette a stenographer in Washington has filed a petition in the circuit court at Independence to change his name to Cooper. He cites stigma and odium attached to the La Follette name and says he has faced embarrassment and humiliation due to it.
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