Von Kuehlmann Sets Germany War Aims in Reichstag Speech
Amsterdam June 25 Germanys war aims were outlined by Dr Richard von Kuehlmann the foreign secretary in a Reichstag speech in Berlin He said Germany seeks a free strong independent existence within historical boundaries and would not concede early on Belgium He blamed Russia for starting the war and noted France and Britain aided Russia He stressed Germany did not seek world domination and that the aims are vital and tied to others boundaries and sea freedom.
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Belgium
Dr. von Kuehlmann
Europe
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Japoléon
France
von Kuehlmann
Anid
Patriot ic Meet Held in Winona
Winona Minn June 6 A monster public patriotic meeting featured men of national fame including Major Jump of Se war and President Burtop of the University of Minnesota who delivered addresses at the afternoon program of the annual summer convention of the Southern Minnesota Medical Association. Morning sessions included readings and musical pieces as the event showcased local civic and academic leaders in a patriotic display.
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Winona
Minn
Burtop
University of Minnesota
Minnesota
Regulations To Be Issued On Soldier Vote
The notice indicates forthcoming regulations concerning soldiers voting, outlining procedures and dates to be issued by the authorities. It notes ongoing work by the relevant War Office and committees in preparation for the voting framework.
Townley Attacks Businessmen In North Dakota Speech
In a June 25 address ten miles southeast of Williston A C Townley denounced business men lawyers doctors barbers and others except farmers calling them bedbugs leeches and skunks He said he would not object to them except as to how they earned their living and claimed his Nonpartisan League program would change the system He faced questions from a rancher about his own living and debts and a Burdick speaker defended his honesty while Townley pressed his critique amid crowd reaction
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N. D
A. C. Townley
North Dakota
McKenzie County
Townley
Nonpartisan League
Theen
Burdick
Feineraiek Ana
Good League
Engineer Arrested on Manslaughter Charge in Circus Train Disaster
Hammond Ind Jan 25 Alonzo Sargent engineer of the train that caused the circus disaster near the city last Saturday was arrested on a manslaughter charge at the inquest today. He testified as a witness on advice of counsel after being tailed and testified regarding the incident.
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Hammond
Ind
Alonzo Sargent
Ery
Sargent
Greece to field over 200000 soldiers soon
Paris dispatch reports Greece will have more than 200000 men under arms shortly with additional troops to be called soon. The Greek legation credits Premier Venizelos for restoring public confidence and safeguarding national interests since joining the war a year ago.
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Havan
Grece
Venizelos
Government workers to switch to six hour day with pay raise
Washington June 25 conferees reached a deal on the legislative, executive and judicial appropriations bill. All civil service employees will work six hours daily instead of seven beginning July 1 and receive a 120 dollar annual pay increase. Sub treasuries at Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati New Orleans New York Philadelphia St Louis and San Francisco will remain, reversing a House plan to abolish them.
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Senate approves Slavic Union legion plan in 1910s bill
Washington approves the formation of a volunteer Slavic Legion in the United States for service abroad. The unit would comprise members from Austria and Germany regions and excluded Poles. The measure was added to the army appropriation bill by unanimous consent.
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France
Body of Italian Aviator Found on Allied Soil
A fragmentary report indicates the body of an Italian aviator was found on Allied soil after a clash near the Aatriae lines on June 21 during an Italian advance. Weather notes follow with brief, unclear forecast.
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Siniy
Cosmy
Italy Drives Austrian Forces From Piave Front
Austrian troops retreat after failed attempt to cross the Piave as Italian forces push to the eastern bank. Prisoners reported at 40,000 with hundreds of thousands of Austrians losses and material destroyed. Allied fronts from the North Sea to Switzerland brace for further actions amid German pressure.
Advances by the Americans Near Chateau Thierry
Washington reports further advances by American forces near Chateau Thierry including the capture of five machine guns and other matériel. General Pershing states the Chateau Thierry sector shows continued progress as troops press on amid artillery action and assaults by Allied forces.
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Chateau Thierry
Perebing
Chateau Phierry Regan
City of Nancy Plans Fourth of July Celebrations
Authorities in Nancy announce plans for a Fourth of July observance featuring city events and community gatherings. Details were incomplete due to garbled text but indicate scheduled activities and coordination with local agencies.
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Nancy
Not the Time to Experiment Says Hurley
Washington reports Chairman Hurley of the Shipping Board opposed absolute prohibition during wartime saying the nation must focus all effort on the war and avoid experiments. He warned prohibition could disrupt labor, shipyards, and victory aims, while labor and financial leaders warned of economic disruption and urged caution on any ban.
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Burleson
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Paul To
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Agusa
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Austrians Retreat as Italy Defends Piave Line
An official Rome dispatch reports Austrian forces in full retreat after a failed offensive against Italy. Papers on prisoners suggest Austria expected defeat and promised food and booty to soldiers. Major Baracca is believed to have committed suicide after his aircraft was forced down. Italian hydroplanes set fire to an Austrian ship near the eastern Adriatic coast as General Diaz stresses national unity and renewed effort. The rout is linked to demoralization, with Austrian losses tallied at about 300,000 men.
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Tealy
Montello
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Stasiéa
Diaz
Orlando
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Tien Tc
L'Homme Libre
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Hindenburg
Switzerland
Embargo on Lake Superior Coal Shipments
An embargo was announced on shipments of hard coal from Lake Superior via Minnesota and Minneapolis. The government action blocks coal movement to the interior, impacting trade routes centered at Lakehead and related rail links.
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MacGee
Lake Interior
Minnesota
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