Pershing Opens Army HQ France and Wreath for Lafayette Tomb
After three days in France General Pershing begins organizing the American expeditionary force. He visits headquarters and dines with General Petain while Americans at home await commissions. Marquis des Chambrun places a wreath at Lafayette’s tomb, honoring the Allied bond and shared ideals of liberty and democracy.
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France
Pershing
General Pershing
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Uines
Oral Pershing
Gen
Pennin
Lafayette
Marquis den Lafayette
Des Chambrun
Newspapers Men Did Not Object to Tax on Profits
Washington report says members of the Senate finance committee adjourned with the 6 percent profits tax for publishers determined late yesterday after publishers argued against a portage increase. They claimed the profits tax would not burden publishers any more than the proposed 2 percent advertising tax or the house postage hike.
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Senate Committee
Washington
Nanate Finance Committee
Tives
Federal Food Price Inquiry Expands In Chicago
A second federal investigation into food prices has begun after a prior probe led to indictments of several packing firms' representatives. Subpoenas summoned witnesses before the grand jury to determine if food supplies are being hoarded to raise prices or whether handling is improper.
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Chicago
Grand Juty
Hungarian cabinet formed with opposition representation
In Budapest, June a Budapest newspaper reports Count Morits Enterhaxy completed the formation of a Hungarian cabinet. The new vnet includes all opposition of Hea represented in the government.
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Amsterdam
Vie
London
Budapest
Morits
Hea
M'Cool Today Found Guilty in Minnesota Case
Minneapolis dispatch reports M Cool and accomplice of Joseph Minnne found guilty in connection with the murder of Aloe Seguin at Dian, with verdicts returning after trial. Connery linked to the case, awaiting sentence as authorities outline penalties and prison terms.
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Connery
Minneapolis
Sune
Frank d. Oeecool
Aves
Joseph Minnne
Aloe Seguin
Tam Dian
Tise
Paul
George Connery
German peace offer to Russia via Swiss official
Stockholm reports through London that the Social Democrats claim Germany has made a peace proposal to Russia through a Swiss federal council member. The item notes the potential diplomatic channel and ongoing peace talks.
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Stockholm
London
The
Social Demokraten
Germany
Russia
Victory for Germany Near They Declare
Copenhagen via London June 18. Admiral von Tirpitz and Field Marshal von Hindenburg reply positively to telegrams from the Pan-German peace committee at Binnen. Von Tirpitz says the submarine will reach its goal if the home front holds nerve. Hindenburg pledges that complete victory and a peace worthy of Germany's sacrifices are within reach if the strains continue manfully.
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Copenhagen
London
Admiral von Tirpiz
Field Marshal
von Hindenburg
Binnen
von Tirpits
Junkers Committee
Alhough
von Bethimann- Hollweg
Minnesota Guard Accounts In Fine Condition
A report by Andrew E. Frits, state public examiner, finds the Minnesota National Guard disbursement records well kept and correct. It cites 8273934 receipts, 221,522 disbursements, and a balance of 162,412, while earlier audits claimed $88,000 worth of government property was unaccounted for. Adjutant General Fred B. Woods said the matter would be settled in time.
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J. Paul
Andrew E. Frits
Fred B. Woods
National Guard
W. F. Rhinow
Bursquist
Wood
Advertising drive to make Chicago Day planned
Prohibition leaders in Chicago announce plans for an advertising campaign to start in September to promote Chicago Dry. The organizers compare this effort to the successful drives for the Red Cross and Liberty Loan, aiming to mobilize public support.
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Chicago
Red Cross
Liberty Loan
Food Control Bill May Be Taken Up In Senate Monday
Washington June 16 Following President Wilson s request for quick action on the food bill the measure will today be reported to the senate without recommen dation and may be reached Monday in the Senate debate as the chamber considers urgent wartime economic legislation.
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Senate
Washington
Wilson
Switzerland Will Not Lead Peace Mediation Effort
The Swiss federal council announced that Switzerland will not take the lead in proposing peace mediation. Following actions by national and state councils, Switzerland prefers not to offer mediation at this time due to limited chances of success.
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Switzerland
Borne
Paris
Natonal and State Council
Federal Econncil
Germany Says U S Troops Won't Reach Europe Soon
Berlin press conference reports that German generals expect American troops in Europe to arrive in limited numbers only by 1918 due to transport limits. England and French losses are cited as heavy, with 225 000 English and over 400 000 French casualties in staged offensives. Air raids aim to train aerial corps and defend with submarines weakening British offensives.
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Copenhagen
London
Berlin
Amn
Germany
England
Islands
U Boats Busy Near Cadiz
Paria June 16 report says German submarine U-52 towed into Cadiz June 11 and then operated off the port. On June 12 a Norwegian steamer was torpedoed off Huelva and a Russian sailing vessel between Larache and Cadiz, suggesting a group of submarines blockading Cadiz and Huelva. The Japanese steamer Tansen, bound from Boston to Manchester, Eng, was sunk by a German submarine. Captain Nichi and 27 crew members are believed lost.
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Paria
Mi omMclad
Cadiz
Huelva
Larache
Cadis
Bost Sunn
Button
Boston
Manchester
England
Worthington seaman among armed guards aboard torpedoed ship
Washington reports one of the armed guards aboard the torpedoed Moren ship is Paul Joseph Schmidt, a seaman from Worthington Minnesota, with Blinn listed as his mother and next of kin. The incident occurred as a German submarine attacked the vessel, with Schmidt identified among the crew.
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Washington
Paul Joseph Schmidt
Mather of
Worthington, Blinn
Six Jurors Seated to Try Frank J Dunn Murder Case
In Ramsey County District Court six jurors were secured to try Frank J Dunn on a murder charge. Thirteen additional veniremen were excused, including Louis W Hill president of the Great Northern railroad, leaving six jurors ready for the trial in St Paul.
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Frank Dunn
Japan Declines to Join U S in Chinese Affairs Note
Washington June 16 Japan has taken action similar to Great Britain refusing to align with American effort in urging China to settle differences The state department reported no reason given for the move but it was assumed neither nation believed the American action would succeed
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Washington
Japan
Great Britain
China
State Department
Liberty Loan Subscriptions Grow Across Nation
Reports from all parts of the United States show nearly three million Americans subscribing to the first war credit. Total subscriptions may exceed two billion dollars with estimates from regional banks placing the figure around 3.69 billion. Subscriptions include many veterans and civilians who bought ten to 160 dollar bonds as the government works to print and distribute the bonds.
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America
Washington
United States
Treasury
Federal Reserve Banks
Atlanta
Inig
Major Frazier New Head North Dakota Infantry
Major J A Fragier of Fargo to succeed T J Tharalson as adjutant general in North Dakota. Several officers declined the post to remain in active service. Major R R Stedman named by General Barry as department training camp examiner for North Dakota and to be stationed at Fort Lincoln.
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Bismarck
N. D
J. A. Fragier
Fargo
T. J .Tharalson
Grafier
John H. Framne
Gratton
Cannwright
Thoramon
Colone
R. R. Stedman
Barry Ax Entra
North Dakota
Fort Lincoln
Belgian War Mission Arrives in Atlantic Port
A Belgian war mission, led by Baron Moncheur, arrived today headed to the United States. The group includes General Leclercq and Hector Carlier, with Major Osterrieth, Count D'Ures, and Jean D. Mertonn. Baron Moncheur's wife is an American, daughter of General Powell Clayton, former U.S. minister to Mexico.
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The
United
Maron Moncheur
United States
Foreign Office
Havre
Lare
General Leclercq
I Division
Hector Carlier
Osterrieth
Count D'Ures
Jean D. Mertonn
Baron Moncheur
Powell Clayton
Mexico
Chicago Mayor Rebuffs Liberty Bond Ask In June Protest
Chicago June 16 Mayor Thompson did not buy a liberty bond despite pressure. Reporters pressed him as he faced questions on inviting Marshal Joffre to Chicago and on exemptions boards for the state. He offered silence or denial and later telegraphed Washington seeking information before deciding on public release.
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Chicago
Thompson
Marshal Joffre
Banda
Washington
Eaid
Lowden
Thia Marrad
Tiake
Traveling Men Invited to Big Loyalty Meet
Public figures back the Commercial Traveler Patriotic League as it invites traveling men nationwide to a Chautauqua conference in New York the week of July 2 to 7 to promote loyalty and patriotic education. Led by Albert Bushnell Hart the invitation aims to coordinate efforts of organizations in education and patriotic service amid national concerns.
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Emma Goldman and Berkman Held for Federal Grand Jury
New York June 16 Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman described as leading anarchists were held for action by the federal grand jury with bail set at 25000 each on conspiracy charges. They allegedly worked to prevent draft registration and waived examination.
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New York
Alexander Berkman
Emma Goldman
Federal Grand Jury
U. S
Priority Shipment Bill Passes in Senate Today
Washington June 16 The Senate today approved the administration's priority shipment bill to prevent destruction of interstate commodities and authorize the president to direct shipment of war essential goods with transportation preference. The measure now goes to the House.
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Washington
Senate
House
Railway Employes Promised Places
Chicago June 16 Canadian Pacific railway workers in the United States who volunteer for overseas service will receive six months pay when they leave and will be restored to equally good positions when they return. Those who want to be drafted must risk losing their former posts.
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Chicago
Canadian Pacific Railway
United States
Baby Burned In Home Accident Ends In Hospital
A 15 month old girl, daughter of Mr and Mrs A Johnson of 417 Plum avenue, was badly burned this morning when a kerosene lamp toppled in the bedroom. An older child is suspected in causing the lamp to overturn. the baby was rushed to Deaconess Hospital where doctors described the prognosis as not hopeful.
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A. Johnson
Plum Avenue
Alfred Dean
Deaconesn ‘Hospital
Regulars Will March In Parade In Minneapolis
Minneapolis on June 16 previewed a Red Cross parade featuring the 86th United States Infantry veterans of the Mexican border. Brigadier General W. H. Sage will lead the first division in the military procession at 2 oclock as part of the campaign opener.
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Minneapolis
Lieut. Post Burned in Army Balloon Explosion
Lincoln Neb June 16 Lieut F A Post of the United States army suffered slight burns when a large army balloon exploded near Nebraska City Neb tonight He was from the aviation school at Omaha and had just cleared to ascend again when the Monster gas bag blew up in an unknown manner
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Lincoln
Neb
F. A. Post
United States Army
Nebraska City
Lieut. Post
Omaha
41 Killed in English Munitions Factory Explosion
London reports 41 killed in a Wednesday munitions factory blast at Ashton Under Lyne. The fire caused wartime casualties including nine women and children and 130 injured, according to official tallies released today.
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London
Ashton-Under-Lyne
Haig ready to demoralize Victorious Retreat in WWI
British troops push along the front in northern France showing tentative gains as German withdrawal signals fear of a new decisive blow. Italy readies a major offensive with Cadorna targeting fresh sectors in the Alps while Austrian forces resist in Carinthia. Spain faces internal unrest amid food shortages and reform demands, and Greece's pro-Entente shift looms as Trento operations report Italian gains in the Eastern Trentino.
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Associated Press
France
Arran
Messines
Feld Marschal Hale
Herlin
Italans
Vienam
Carinthia
Cedorna
Goria
Sven
Spain
Peninsular
Germany
Athens
Yeniseion
England
Greece
Special Street Car Service To Varsity
Street car service to the university is projected for June 17 with ten cars operating. The southward route will be available from the afternoon showing arrivals at the university around 2 46 and 3 30 p m, marking the south end of the line.
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