Submarine raids threaten Atlantic coast troop moves
Washington reports a continuing submarine threat to American waters as coast defenses remain alert. Navy officials note destroyers and small craft are abroad to guard shipping and feed France through the war, while U boats may still target coastal routes and transports. Local salvage and mine sweeping efforts are ongoing along the Delaware and Cape May areas.
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Navy Department
Virginia
Maryland
United States
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Survivors of Carolina recount wreck and submarine attack
News recounts the sinking of the steamship Carolina by a German U-boat off Cape Henlopen. Survivors describe wreck, lifeboat struggles, and the rescue of 280 others with 156 passengers and crew members saved. 29 unaccounted.
Mobilization Orders for Forty Thousand Negro Draft Registrants
Washington reports orders for the mobilization of forty thousand negro registrants qualified for general military service to entrain for mobilization. The directive outlines the selection and transport process as part of wartime manpower deployment.
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Washington
Synod's Annual Lutheran Convention Opens in Two Sections
June 6 in Nespolia the Lutheran Synod opened its 59th annual convention in two divisions. Clerical delegates examined ordination dates. 30 graduates of Augustus Seminary applied. The larger portion will go to the United States, five to Canada. Delegates discussed a $500,000 ministerial pension fund, with plans to raise it via local drives and Liberty bonds, tying church aid to government support.
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Wilson Writes Again Urging Pardon for Mooney
President and electors in California considered clemency for Thomas J. Mooney after a second plea. Governor Mephens had previously declined to act while appeals continued against the convicted man linked to a California explosion.
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Thomas
J. Mooney
Washington
Californie Freien
Mooney
Mephens
Sayey
Gaeramenia
Cal
Juns
Airplane trips to England seen as feasible future option
London April 30 A correspondent notes aircraft travel to America could become practical, with long distance routes via the Azores discussed. He cites cost, safety fears, and the need for evolving aircraft technology, predicting a bright future for aviation as a prosperity aid rather than a world circling luxury.
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London
Associated Press
America
New York
New Founoliand
Jane An
Fairbanks Body to Lie In-State Friday Morning
In Indianapolis, funeral arrangements were set for former Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks who died last night in Fairbanks. The body will lie in state Friday morning at Crown Hill Cemetery and friends and officials prepared to extend sympathy to the late statesman.
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Fairbanks
Neapolis
Ind
Charles SV. Fairbanks
United States
Tate
Wilaan
Tata
Ian Whe
Inghasapel
Poster ridicules army recruiting in United States era
Chicago June 5 A poster ridicules recruiting for the United States army. It shows a soldier and reads Young men wanted for duty in our far and possession and to suppress strikes of hungry workingmen in this country. The text mockingly promises a fine uniform and a chance to see the world through a port hole. The piece is reported as a spat ia propaganda by authorities.
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Chicago
Meny
United
Spatia Grecanta
Fédbral
United States Army
Alleged Plot to Smuggle Romanoff Jewels Unearthed
A garbled report from New York on June 5 claims an alleged plot to smuggle stones valued at 33 million from the dethroned Romanoff dynasty. The text is fragmented and mixes unrelated dates and items, including references to bonds and an actor's death.
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Romanoff
New York
United State
Ernie Mite
Allied Defenses Halt German Drive South of Allerte
War summary reports Allied lines stabilizing the German offensive south of the Allerte while French and American forces countered near Villers-Cotterets and Chateau-Thierry. Heavier fighting continues between the Oise and Marne as French attacks push back Germans in multiple sectors and American troops reinforce the front northwest of Toul and east of Meurthe.
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Allerte
Retz Forest
Villers-Cotterets
Chateau -Thierry
Marne
Oise
Fixing Price Of Lumber Under Consideration By Industries Board
Washington June 5 The Industries Board weighs fixing lumber prices for both commercial consumers and government amid potential methods to stabilize raw materials. The deliberations explore whether price levels can be set without directly fixing raw lumber, with cotton price strategies noted as a possible model. Wisconsin Madison June 5 report notes the board’s ongoing action and its expected impact.
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Washington
Stock Handlers Strike Ties Up Chicago Yards
A 1500 member stock handlers strike at Chicago stockyards disrupts operations and threatens widespread walkouts in western yards. J W Johnson of the Stockyards Labor Council accuses Union Stock Yards and Transit Co manager Leonard of refusing wage concessions. W Z Foster warns Secretary Wilson a serious situation with possible sympathetic strikes.
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J. W. Johnson
Rman
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Viet
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Johnson
Oth the West
W. Z. Foster
Wilson
Withdrawn Today: Further Offerings of Liberty Bonds
Washington July 5 report states the Treasury withdrew further offerings of Liberty bonds today. About 69 million dollars have been sold during the two weeks of the intensive campaign, providing funds for loans. the offering will be retained after the fourth Liberty Loan campaign.
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Liberty
Washinipton
Wold Durinis
List of Enemies of U S Extended by Wilson Today
June 5 proclamation expands enemy lists to include citizens and spouses of enemy nations, those doing business with them, and nationals who have resided in enemy territories since 1914. It requires U S officers, correspondents, and trustees to report holdings to alien property custodians within thirty days.
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United States
German Masses Falter as Allied Lines Stabilize Front
German forces fail to press the drive, with momentum exhausted and Allied positions stiffened from Soissons to Chateau Thierry. British and French repulse raids near the Ancre and Somme while American troops defend bridges across the Marne and hold positions at Chateau-Thierry, preventing further crossings.
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Chateau- Thierry
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Corcy
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Ancre
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Somme
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Pershing
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Minnesota to open drive for war stamps June 6
Minnesotans will pledge to buy war savings stamps beginning June 6 to meet a $47,000,000 state allotment. State director D. B. Culver says every county is organized, and Minnesota aims to be first to go over the top. Citizens will pledge portions at set intervals, with expected totals and investments in war savings stamps.
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Culver
Minnesota
Tampa
Rate of marine insurance not to be raised now
Washington June 5 General Pershing reported today the contact between American and German patrols in which three Germans were killed. News of the engagement came first in press dispatches. Patrols operating in Lorraine destroyed the enemy's line during the counter. Three were reported to have been bagged. Local attacks continuing during the night. Attacks on Carlepont Wood Courcy and nearby Cher y failed. French infantry supported by tanks checked the German attacks along the border. American and German engagements continued with artillery and air activity reported nearby.
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War Office
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Carlepont Wood
Courcy
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