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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1919
Page
2
Aboard the battleship Revenge flight survivors from a bungled New Brunswick to Ireland trip were rescued by the Mary amid rough seas. The two flyers, Harry Hawker and Lieutenant Commander Grieve, were taken to Seapatlow before heading to London for Thanksgiving services.
Washington reports the House approved a deficiency appropriation of 504 500 for war risk allowances to soldiers and Civil War pensions, with the Senate passing the measure without debate. The plan moves to the president for signature by June 15. Another note places treaty signing between June 10 and June 15 amid French circles.
Taft era figures linked to Teague kingpin networks stir speculation of leadership shifts as Col G M Touse appears poised for committee roles. The Matip notes possible support from former political allies amid reform talk. Reds flee from Moscow as Bolsheviks retreat from the capital, travelers report unsettled exchanges and fragile alliances amid wartime press.
The fountains at Versailles prepare to resume tests, tied to a ceremonial event surrounding the peewee treaty and a postwar revival. Fire losses climb to 290 million, with New York reporting heavy damage as markets estimate the quake’s impact on insurers and rebuild costs.
German peace terms outline disarmament aims from 850000 troops to 200000 within a year. The council of four favors recognizing Kolchak and Denikin conditional on Russia’s future assembly, accepting the League Covenant, and respecting new boundaries. Berlin reports expand on Austrian treaty progress and German counterproposals.
Paris May 24 Count von Brockdorff Rantau warned that signing the treaty would seal millions of German deaths. Premier Clemenceau replied for the Allies, saying the economic restrictions would not mean Germany’s death, noting Britain’s imports of food and raw materials.
Washington reports that American forces are withdrawing from Archangel under cable advisories. The 339th Infantry awaits evacuation as the war department notes that individual soldiers cannot hasten discharge. units will reach home before these casuals. In other news, D C Shull of Sioux City, Iowa, was elected president of the Northern Baptist Convention after I W withdrew.
Paris May 28 The Polish diet has unanimously adopted autonomy for eastern Galicia a province with a Polish Ruthenian population halves. Washington May 27 Western Russia groups seek union with Finland per reports. Sofia May 27 Bulgaria grants asylum to monarchs in Switzerland as refugees crowd Klai refuge.
Carmi Illinois May 24 Frank Lawbone found guilty of murder and sentenced to death for shooting Max Nottingham. Lawbone pleaded insanity and could not be demobilized by July 7. Chicago May 24 official word that U S Army demobilization will not be accomplished before July 1 reached City Clerk James T. Igne from Adjt. Gen. Julius A. Penn.
Washington May 26 Bills to enforce wartime and constitutional prohibition were introduced by Senators Sheppard of Texas and Jones of Washington. The Sheppard plan mirrors a failed prior effort while Jones seeks to ban intoxicants containing at least half a percent alcohol, with a prohibition commissioner to be appointed and penalties up to 12 months and fines. The measure also bars transport of liquor by air or rail and forbids drinking in autos. search warrants would be limited, and injured parties could sue sellers. A repeal push for wines and beers and a parallel constitutional amendment was also offered.
Ten persons killed and over twenty injured in a blast and ensuing fire at the Douglas Starch works in Cedar Rapids Iowa. The $3,000,000 loss is attributed to an unknown cause likely a boiler or spontaneous combustion. Many onlookers and workers suffered injuries from debris and shattered glass.
Berne May 26. One hundred thirty men have entered their names for a study mission on economic conditions. Among the travelers will be 25 members of parliament representing a party inclined to analyze U S policy and outcomes.
May 26 Washington first Senate debate over Senator Johnson request for a copy of the peace treaty text. Johnson argues the document exists in Germany and should be provided, while Hitchcock contends the resolution breaks procedure and should be referred to committee. The exchange highlights disputes over disclosure before treaty completion.
United States food prices in April were three percent below the December peak, though four percent higher than March. New York actors strike looms over Broadway as the Producing Managers' Association holds firm on contracts, with demands for holiday matinee pay. Wiley Glover, the self styled king of Jefferson county moonshiners, is dead after a clash with deputies. his associate jailed. Toledo plants reopen with about four thousand returning workers after a brief strike. Allies and America reportedly plan to recognize Admiral Kolchak's Omsk government in Paris. Daylight saving repeal debated to be included in agricultural appropriation planning.
A correction reveals 240 mobile homes burned in Mobile Alabama on May 24 leaving 1,050 people homeless. Local agencies provide shelter and aid as officials assess total damage after the blaze. An employee in Berlin allegedly robbed a local firma, leaving a note in the cash drawer claiming the act.
Beloit to Heloit dairyman gifts Guernsey cow Marie of Sarnia to First Methodist church for mission fund. Eau Claire eyes strong measures to curb liquor sales on homecoming day. Wild Rose marks first family death of Mrs Williams Sr. Oshkosh reports Lake Winnebago fish stock boost with 17 million fry and 18 thousand eggs. Madison Governor notes state defense costs. Green Bay names first woman Wisconsin national party representative. Kenosha expands police, housing funds. Oshkosh firm forms to produce rear axles for trucks.
Lieutenant Commander Read and crew of five piloted NC4 from the Azores to Lisbon in 9 hours 44 minutes, completing the first historic ocean crossing by an American naval seaplane. The mission departed Ponta Delgada at 5 18 a m and arrived at 8 01 a m central time.
New York May 28 The Wall Street district saw an AGN hold up and robbery as a seventeen year old bank messenger, Deno Pore, was attacked entering the rear door of a Street Building. The assailants seized securities he carried and one escaped.
Lima reports a general strike spreading mob action against large firms. Krones and semlareves were deployed to restore order as shooting erupts in downtown sectors. In Morocco French forces claim a crushing victory near Get Hauman driving the Moroccan elite into retreat. Detroit detectives foil theft attempt while Mount Clemens reports a marriage deemed a failure after a disputed split and alimony.
In Detroit Violet Jupes wins a divorce after testifying that her husband altered his mannerisms from graceful anger to Hallingarm movements, a change the judge deemed intolerable for a wife to endure. The ruling affirms the decree for dissolution.
An Oregon school advertises for a principal in Portland and Jordan Valley with a controversial line declaring that neither a roughneck nor a “freak seed” should apply, drawing criticism for its tone and inclusivity concerns.
Notorious Indian desert bandit of the Cherokee Nation, Starr, earns parole after four years in prison. He had previously escaped custody twice, with a string of robberies and violent acts connected to his family and associates. The case drew wide attention as he was freed again and later rearrested in ongoing federal pendency.
Fragmentary report from a medical meeting outlines typhus and typhoid concerns as outbreaks rise in Poland Russia Serbia and Monrovia territories. Officials discuss prevention and response while charitable groups like the Red Cross mobilize.
In Milwaukee a confusing report surrounds Brother Gall and a questioned event. Local details are unclear as the text appears garbled, with references to Reuther and an alleged inquiry. No clear names, dates, or outcomes emerge from the fragmentary text.
A puzzling snippet describes a man named Hani and an inquisitive girl causing a reaction marked by a sigh and fall. The fragment hints at a scene of exposure or embarrassment within a cobbled wartime setting. No clear individuals or events beyond the odd dialogue are identified.
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