Dunn Hired Murder Plot Revealed by Young Confessor
A 19 year old, Jon Redenbaugh, told police he killed Mrs. Alice McQuillan Dunn in St Paul and Patrolman George Connery in Minneapolis. He said a bartender arranged the plan and Dunn offered $4000 for the murder, with Moore coordinating details and Redenbaugh to identify the target. City and police officials react as San Francisco reports confirm the confessions and custody arrangements shift between St Paul and Minneapolis.
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A O U W Grand Lodge Opens in Jamestown
Jamestown North Dakota May 16 approximately 600 delegates from North Dakota Montana and Idaho attend the annual A O U W grand lodge sessions opening with enthusiasm at Elk hall at 10 o clock. Distinguished officers include Supreme Grand Master Workman William Narvin and state manager Montana 5 Lisle with Grand Recorder J J Moore of Fargo. Directors met to discuss organization plans as more than 300 candidates will be initiated at a monster occasion tonight and a campaign to add at least 100 new members was launched two weeks ago.
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English censor jailed for sharing news with friend
A court sentenced a prisoner after a case involving a censor who shared information with a friend. The incident centered on distributing a piece of news deemed sensitive by authorities. The court imposed penalties reflecting the breach of confidentiality.
Zeppelins to Be Abandoned by German Armies
Geneva reports from Rome say after the death of Saint Zeppelin workers at the Friedrichshaven Zeppelin factory have left their posts and been drafted into the army. Authorities are believed to halt any further zeppelin construction and have no new orders for airships.
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Appropriation Bill Sets Record High for U S Funding
Washington May 16 Senate appropriations committee reports the war and navy deficiency bill totaling 3 390946000 dollars with 400000000 for an American merchant marine fleet. House bill gains 563392000 in ashate increases include 500000 for council of national defense 1000000 for interned Germans 26000000 for army machine guns and 85000000 for heavy army ordnance. Confederates back bill and authorize president to raise a volunteer division led by Colonel Roosevelt to France.
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Congress to Speed Up War Measures in Senate and House
Washington May 18 President Wilson moved to accelerate the war program urging both Senate and House leaders to push through essential measures. He was portrayed as fully alert to the administration’s situation as Congress nears six weeks in session with few major war bills enacted aside from the declaration of war and a $7 billion bond measure.
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Austria Declares War Criticism of Dual Monarchy
London correspondence reports Professor Masaryk condemning Austria’s separate peace moves as treachery to Germany and calls for dismembering Austria Hungary. He argues Austria provoked the war, seeks to abandon its ally, and fears humiliating concessions while pressuring for a safer Europe free of militarism.
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Submarine Board Proposed by Senator McCumber
St Paul May 15 A Washington dispatch says Senator McCumber North Dakota urged a submarine board as part of navy personnel legislation The panel would study ways to destroy U boats He also proposed paying inventors up to 5000 dollars for a successful destroyer device The measure aims to hasten victory by eradicating the submarine menace
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What Is Your Suggestion For State's War Service
The Herald urges readers to share patriotic ideas on supporting the war effort beyond enlistment. Contributors may propose practical plans, such as boosting crops and conserving resources, with prizes for top letters. Send legible, single-sided letters under 300 words signed with full name and address to LOYALTY, Care The Herald.
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Dramatic action urged to curb grain gambling
Representatives from major grain exchanges meet in Chicago to discuss continued and stricter restrictions after yesterday's ban on May corn and oats and two day suspension on new purchases. Prices slide across wheat, corn, and oats amid prohibitions and expectations of further drastic measures. Minneapolis pit largely silent as futures trading halts with a maximum price cap of 3.80, and one firm ceases taking grain orders. Weather forecast calls for fair, warm conditions with cooler change midweek.
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Petain Named Commander of French Armies Front
Paris dated May 15 General Petain was appointed commander in chief of the French armies on the front and General Nivelle took command of a group of armies. General Foch, noted for Verdun and the Marne, becomes chief of staff. Petain sought extraordinary powers and discussed command over British forces in France. Nivelle was placed under Petain before the retirement of Marshal Joffre.
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Flooded Lands Between Armies In Flanders Reported
Dim trenches and flooded fields between opposing forces in Flanders hinder advance as raids by small craft skiffs pound the front lines under cover of darkness. The fighting continues with limited daylight visibility and sporadic bombardment.
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President cancels cabinet meet for wedding attendance
Washington May 15 President Wilson cancels cabinet meeting to travel with Mrs Wilson to attend the wedding of Miss Nona McAdoo daughter of the treasury secretary. The decision to use former German steamships in Philippine port to bring hemp to the United States for binder twine production is announced by Secretary Redfield.
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Registration Plan For War Draft Registration
Washington May 1 The War Department announces one registration day for civilians including traveling women who cannot be at home to register. Clerks in county or city offices will provide a card to be filed at the citizen home precinct. Those unable to register in person must report to the local clerk on the sixth day after the proclamation is issued.
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Minister Arrested in Villisca Axe Murders Case
Des Moines and Red Oak Iowa report that Rev Lynn George J Kelly was arrested in connection with the Villisca axe murders. An insane adjudication in 2018 and a blood-stained shirt found in Council Bluffs are cited as key clues. An Montgomery county grand jury issued the indictment after testimony from a witness who allegedly heard Kelly disclose crime details.
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Heavy Reinforcements Atop Teutonic Command
Germans renew frontal pressure on Arras and Aisne fronts with heavy reinforcements. British and French lines around Bullecourt and Chemin des Dames withstand assaults as Gen Petain takes command. Italian forces push from Monte Cucco to Gorizia sectors in new offensives.
Dakota Wheat Acreage to Fall in Dakota Fields
A Detroit-style wire reports a sharp drop in Dakota wheat acreage predicted for this year. Factors include difficulty obtaining tractor plows and the shortage of tractor fuel and crucible feet. Demand for tractors rises while steel deliveries lag, and oil tanks in the Dakotas reportedly run dry.
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Forest fires near Duluth blaze amid smoke today
Duluth May 16 report says four brush and forest fires threaten surrounding areas as smoke darkens skies. Local crews rush to contain fires near Boia and nearby bounds while residents stay alert for shifting winds.
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