Heflin Attack Highlights German Intrigue Charges in House
Washington dispatch reports a wild House session over Count Bernstorff's appeal to fund German influence operations. Heflin denies accusing members of taking German money but hints at named suspects if a full hearing occurs. Senate exposure of Teuton plots and Japanese anti-American intrigue is promised with new documentary proof forthcoming. Count De Salis named to succeed Sir Henry Howard as Vatican envoy.
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Baseball Scores Across Leagues With Late Night Finishes
National League games in Chicago and Brooklyn ended with Chicago beating Brooklyn 4 to 2 and St Louis 1 to 0 while New York earned 2 to 0 over Pittsburgh and Philadelphia and Cincinnati tied 2 to 2 in 12 innings due to darkness. Boston defeated Cincinnati and Philadelphia 2 in the NL, while American League results showed Boston losing 3 to 9 at Chicago and Washington 3 to 2 against Detroit as Philadelphia edged Cleveland 5 to 4. No other games were played.
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Steel men express satisfaction with government-fixed prices
Elbert H. Gary, president of the American Iron and Steel Institute, says base prices for iron ore, pig iron, and key steel products, set by the president, are fair and reasonable though below market and manufacturers’ expectations. He credits the War Industries Board for its patient, exhaustive study and notes producers will maintain maximum output and not cut workers' wages while the war lasts.
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President Cuts All Steel Prices Across The Board
Washington reports an agreement between the war industries board and steel producers to cut prices by about 70 percent with no wage reductions. Prices apply to public, allies, and government sales, and production will be maintained to meet wartime needs. The plan, approved by President Wilson, becomes effective immediately and may be revised in 1918.
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Not Guilty Plea in Mrs King Murder Case
Gaston Means, accused as Mrs. Maude A. King’s confidant and business agent, pleads not guilty at a preliminary hearing in Concord. Dr. William Burmeister testifies it would be impossible for Mrs. King to hold the pistol. Witness W. S. Bingham says the group hunted nearby. gas ton and Aston Means present at the fatal scene at Blackwelder Springs.
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Treasury limits gold exports to Spain after proclamation
Treasury officials enforcing gold conservation policy have virtually ruled out pre export of gold to Spain. No gold has been licensed for export since the president's proclamation, except a few small shipments already loaded on steamers.
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Spain
New Strike In Yards As Wilson Plea Seen Rejected
In Portland 4000 steel yard workers and 8000 wooden yard workers went on strike after mass meetings. Unions say they rejected government takeover claims and refused to meet with officials, while apologizing to President Wilson for not continuing work. In San Francisco 30000 metal trades unions vote on a temporary wage schedule after a week of strikes. The federal board of conciliation will decide on a $6 a day minimum and 60 percent raise. Shipbuilding contracts worth 150 million dollars are halted but expected to resume by Thursday.
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Big Drop in Sinkings Under Escort Policy
Washington reports a sharp decline in sinkings of convoyed ships after the escort policy began. Admiral Benson, acting secretary of the navy, said ten days ago sinkings were about one half of one percent and are now much lower, noting ships with destroyer escorts reduced losses.
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British destroyer sunk by German submarine
The British admiralty reports a destroyer torpedoed in the approaches to the channel, with fifty survivors. The attack was carried out by a German submarine, targeting Allied naval forces in the area.
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Two American Soldiers Wounded Near British Line in France
Washington reports two American soldiers were slightly wounded by shell fragments as their unit lay behind the British line in France. The men, praised as heroes by their camp, eagerly anticipate going over the top, sharing stories with Tommies and enduring strict regulations to prevent unauthorized front-line departures.
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Fifteen Hurt in Camp Custer Trolley Collision
Fifteen workmen were injured when two interurban cars collided in fog one mile from Camp Custer in Battle Creek Michigan. The heavily loaded car contributed to the crash. Injured workers were rushed to local hospitals with several said to be seriously hurt.
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5000 Strikes at Navy Yard for New Wage Scale
About 5,000 workers at the Norfolk Navy Yard walked out seeking agreement on a new wage scale. Work in many departments was largely suspended pending negotiation and settlement of the dispute.
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Pacifists Hit by Lewis in Senate Speech
Washington September 25 Senator Lewis of Illinois Democratic whip declares no peace possible until all American war aims are achieved He assails pacifist propagandists accusing them of betraying their country and fellow citizens and seeking to beguile the nation.
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