Tvangelistic Work Features Meeting Today
The Norwegian Free Lutheran conference in Fargo reports 27 new delegates, totaling 89 new delegates with 52 accepted earlier. Evangelism dominates today’s sessions with speakers stressing living sacrifice and readiness of congregations. An English Sunday school paper is planned in connection with Norwegian publication, with the first issue expected later this year.
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E. B. Ja
Willmar
Revenioe
Gynlia Prev
Nicolay Nelson
Peay J. L. Nydahl
Minneanleng
Stiemcegiolinn
B. Soren Oflis
Een Meee
Hadolph Hanson
Prest Velva
A. Oftedal
Minneapolis
Ae Ben C. Dablager
Escanaba
T'S Ven
Norwegian Free Lutheran Conference
Fargo
N. Hagerson
Lake Park
Minn
Park River
Park Riv
Aleo
A.te With
Rrodleit
G. G. Oftedal
Minneapolia
Christ
Cornerston
Fesvor J. O
Augsburg Seminary
Baptist Church
Fom
Augsburg Sem
omUron
Peter Johnson Sentenced in Fargo Case
Peter Johnson has been sentenced in Fargo amid a nonvicted case. The proceedings reflect a final judicial action with Johnson receiving a defined penalty under state law.
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Peter Johnson
Pershing in Paris Begins Busy First Day Work Plan
General Pershing arrives in Paris and spends a day in social engagements with French officials. He tours an aviation field to view maneuvers, then meets Minister of Marine and Minister of War Palnive. He hints at resuming work and plans to sketch by a young artist. He intends to settle into front line planning soon.
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Associated Press
Paris
General Pershing
Chamber of Deputies
Pershing
Marines
Five Norwegian Vessels Sunk in Coastal Incident
The foreign office quoted dispatches from Copan noting five Norwegian vessels were sunk. One crewman is missing, and a body was recovered, with the fate of others listed as unconfirmed amid the siege and grounding reports.
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Foreign Office
Copan
Panace
Sinn Fein to contest seat in parliamentary vacancy
London reported that Sinn Fein leaders have decided to contest the parliamentary seat left by Major William death at the front, amid a move to release Irish revolutionists. The decision follows wartime unrest and outlines a potential shift in Ireland's political landscape as allies seek representation.
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Associated Press
London
Etery
Bion Felsers Haat Clare
Maj
Elopement Ends in California Jail
A couple linked to the elopement of two minor children arrived in Sacramento three months ago and faced charges after their arrest. The case centers on alleged contributing to the delinquency of a minor and related actions surrounding the elopement.
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California
Aed Eter
Sacramento Ghout
Great Lakes Station Given Clean Bill After Review
An Associated Press report states that a full investigation into the Great Lakes station in Chicago found no wrongdoing by the personnel. The June inquiry concluded the naval operations at the facility met standards and duties were performed appropriately.
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Great Lakes Station
Associated Ress
Naval Operations
Chicago
Daniels
Portable submarine fort aids salvage from sunken ships
New York June 14 report details Carl J. Lingquist’s portable submarine fort a buoyant sleeve and pontoon unit with a vacuum cup base that clings to the seabed. The device tows to the wreck then pumps water to lift vessels, patching damage and towing them to port.
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New York
Carl J. Lingquist
1893 Local People Buy $210,600 in Liberty Bonds
North Dakota subs to Liberty Loan exceed $2,000,000 with heavy purchases in last days. L B Hanna, chairman, notes many subscriptions sent to Minneapolis reserve bank. Northern Pacific reports payments and increasing totals as rush continues.
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North Dakota
Liberty Loan
L. B. Hanna
Reserve Bank
Minneapolis
N. P
Northern Pacific Railroad
Sraeeieebekel Ieee
7 Aires
Coca Sig
North Whestery
Tabara
Liberty Lean Honda
Unclear OCR fragment hints at late purchases and family mentions
A disjointed OCR line notes 3:30 time and exceptionally late buys. It references dependents, a wife, and a mother, but provides no clear event, name, place, or outcome to anchor a full news item.
Chinese for French Farms travel notes from Minneapolis
Travelers returning from Canada report large numbers of Chinese and Fiji Islanders moving across the dominion by train. The fragmented text notes agricultural laborers and fighting men with good physiques but deficient military training, reflecting a dated labor and immigration snapshot from mid June in Minneapolis.
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Associated Press
Minneapolis
Canada
Dominion
Food price rise in US March to April
Washington June 15 Retail food prices in the United States jumped on an average of nine percent between March 16 and April 15 according to statistics compiled by the department.
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Washington
United States
Inher Department
City of Fargo Faces Bond Subscribers List Dispute
Citizens and officials argue over who took Liberty Loan bonds as records show $268,008 subscribed, surpassing other cities. The article notes a canvass tally and calls for clarity on individual bond buyers amid proposals to boost fines.
British Forces Break German Line Near Ypres and Messines
Allied dispatches report British troops advancing seven miles from Klein Villebeke to the Warnave, forcing German trenches between the Warnave and rivers. German big guns reportedly withdrawn east and south of Messines as the front line shifts. Sign of possible German retreat noted as British artillery gains the advantage at Messines.
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Meanines
Snd
Ypres-Comnes Canal
Klein Villebeke
Warnavek
Plumer
Offenee
Haig
Unchaperoned Girls Near Camp Stir Public Alarm
Minneapolis authorities plan strict actions around Minnehaha park after reports of immoral conditions as unchaperoned girls gather near Fort Snelling mill camp. George Winter of the Minnesota Public Safety commission appeals to parents to keep daughters away to prevent humiliation. Fort Snelling camp commander Col. W. H. says no complaints have been received.
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Anboisted Press
Minneapolis
Minnehaha Park
Fort Snelling Millcamp
George Winter
Women's Auxiliary
Minnesota Public Safety Commission
Col
W. H
Income tax exemption for children approved by senate panel
Washington June 16 The income tax exemption allowance of 200 for each dependent child was reported today by the Senate Finance Committee revising the war tax bill. The panel also considered reductions of two cents in various rates as part of the bill.
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Py Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Nance Committee
Signs War Budget Largest Appropriation Made ke any Save
A recent government report highlights the largest single appropriation in the war budget aimed at saving resources. Officials emphasize strategic spending to sustain operations while seeking efficiency across departments.
German Flood Effort Against French Fails to Halt Advance
Disjointed dispatch reports limited German flooding along the Oise line. French front lines hold, despite heavy artillery from the south and east. German attempts to shield gains near Guilver and Gay fail as French forces push to recapture positions amid ongoing combat. Various reports describe inundations and shifting fronts as the struggle continues.
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Chemindea
Guilvere
Special Grand Jury To Probe Treason Reports
Cleveland June 15 The Associated Press reports that Federal Westenhaver has called a grand jury for next Thursday to investigate treason and anti American activities. Federal Judge Elite has warned against any violence and ordered proceedings to proceed.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Westenhaver
Seland
Eilite
Asia
Final Sport Lifts Fund Far Beyond Goal
The Liberty Loan oversubscribed nationwide near noon on June 15 with treasury estimates up to 3.6 billion dollars. Districts exceeded allotments as small subscribers queued at banks in many cities. Last minute bank subscript ions and transfers could push the total higher while some belated subscriptions may arrive after the deadline.
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Associated Press
Washington
Treasury
Federal Reserve District
Tel H
Siaccate Ag
Gmeersing
Mittees
I Businese
Chicago
England
Boston
Sneland
Iutcome
E Ss
Dallaistrict
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Fiji
City OF
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