Von Buelow May Be Coming to America on Special Mission
The Exchange Telegraph reports in London that Prince von Buelow, former German chancellor, is en route to Washington on a special mission for Emperor William and may become the U S ambassador. London sources quote diplomatic circles as the basis for the claim.
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Graph Company
Prince von Bue
Low
Berlin
Count von Bernstorff
von Bernstorff
Defend ant Convicted Innocence Sollenfield acquitted in court
Curtis Sappenfield a white man was acquitted in recorder's court of violating the prohibition law. Officers found three bottles of white whisky and four corks in his possession but the judge ruled there was not enough proof to convict. His attorney claimed the quart was moved to show truth and he poured it back to the original bottle. John Pearce of Thomasville was fined costs after a guilty finding for riding a moving freight train.
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L. B. Williams
Sappenfield
John Pearce
Thomasville
Pearce
Shade Pearce
Holland
Doubts Rise On Von Buelow Washington Mission
Washington officials doubt a report that Prince von Buelow will visit Washington on a special mission for Emperor William. The German embassy has no knowledge of any plan, and London originated rumors reduce credibility. Officials doubt Von Bernstorff will be replaced amid submarine controversy.
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Washington
State Department
Prince von Buelow
William
von Buelow
United States
London
Ger
Crop Development in the South Delayed by Weather
The national weather and crop bulletin reports cooler temperatures delaying cotton and corn growth. Heavy south rains hinder replanting and cultivation, with cut worms causing damage and some replanting needed. Harvesting of winter wheat and oats continues in the southeast while oats suffer from dry spells in the southwest and southeast. Replanting underway for tobacco in Tennessee and North Carolina with work starting in Kentucky and Virginia.
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Associated Press
Washington
National ‘Weather and Crop Bulletin
South
Tennessee
North Carolina
Kentucky
Virginia
Wireless message sets world record 9,000 miles distant
The American steamship Ventura arriving from San Francisco reports picking up a wireless message from the Tuckerton, New Jersey station, distance 9,000 miles, said to be a world record.
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Associated Press
Sidney
New South Wales
London
Ventura
San Francisco
Tuckerton
N. J
Czernowitz University Reopens After War Closure
Czernowitz University in Bukowina reopened in Berlin on May 24 after a nearly two year closure due to the Russian invasion. Lectures resume despite the fighting front being close to the city.
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Berlin
Czernowitz
Bukowina
Young Henry Davis 18 Released On $500 Bond
Henry Davis, 17, held after an assault on Sam McCorkle, a 14 year old, was released by Judge Carter Dalton on $500 bond. Davis denies throwing rocks but was part of the crowd. McCorkle, who suffered a fractured skull, underwent surgery and is reported to be recovering well. Authorities seek other youths involved.
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Sam McCorkle
Carter Dalton
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T. J. Gold
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High Point Hospital
French Ship Languedoc Sunk in Mediterranean
Information from Marseille reports the loss of the French steamship Languedoc of 1612 tons owned in Marseille. She was sunk in the Mediterranean on Saturday by a submarine. Captain Pierre Battisti was taken prisoner aboard the submarine after an attempted defense. One crewman killed, two seriously wounded, ten slightly wounded.
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France
Languedoc
Mediterranean
Pierre Battisti
Germans Press Desperate Attacks as Mexican Note Improves Ties
In the war update, German forces renew assaults on Fort Douaumont and surrounding trenches near Verdun while advancing east of the Meuse. Simultaneously, U S officials report friendlier Mexican attitudes toward the United States as a Carranza note heads to Washington, via Special Agent Lodgers, with no disclosed contents.
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Carranza
Mexico City
State Department
Rodgers
United States
Obregon
Scott
Funston
Mote
Waite murder trial advances amid insanity defense
The Waite murder case moves toward the motive phase as prosecutors press arsenic evidence while defense hints Waite’s refined conduct and possible insanity. In a separate incident, George Holland dies in a hosiery mill dye room. an apparent electric shock leaves officials puzzled about the cause.
Movement to Raise $250000 for St Marys School
Raleigh May 24 The St Marys school board of trustees began immediate efforts to raise 250000. Rev J W Hughes of Henderson is committee chair with Graham H Andrews of Raleigh and George C Royall of Goldsboro as members. Targeted uses include 100000 for new buildings 100000 for endowment and 40000 to clear debt.
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Associated Press
Raleigh
St. Mary’s School
J. W. Huughes
Henderson
Graham H. Andrews
George C. Royall
Goldsboro
Two 60 HP Aeroplanes Arrive at Columbus New Mexico
Two new 60 horsepower aeroplanes arrived in Columbus New Mexico as military aviators began preparing them for field service. General Pershing, expeditionary commander, had pressed for scouting machines.
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Columbus
N. M
Pershing
Naval Appropriation Bill Reported for House Action
Washington May 24 The naval appropriation bill carrying 24 449 000 was reported to the house today by the house naval committee. Majority Leader Kitchin said a special rule would allow passage not later than a week from next Saturday. The report notes an 91 787 257 increase over last year to place the navy in preparedness with 50 5038 078 for new ships including five battle cruisers and continued work on existing ships.
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Associated Press
Washington
House
House Naval Committee
Kitchin
Shriners Parade and Pilgrimage Highlight Raleigh Event
In Raleigh on May 24 the Oasis temple staged a public spectacle with Mystic Shrine nobles leading about 250 candidates. Prominent men participated in varied attire, a lunch for 1,200 was served, and the day ended with ceremonial sessions and a banquet and grand ball downtown.
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Associated Press
Raleigh
Mystic Shrine
Oasis Temple
Gallinger pitches tonnage tax to aid American merchant marine
Washington reports Senator Gallinger minority leader introduces a tonnage tax plan as a counter to the administration’s ship purchase measure. The proposal includes rates on inbound vessels and a 10 percent duty on imports in foreign bottoms, with tiered tonnage taxes for ships built in America and owned by Americans or under foreign flags.
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Washington
Senator Gallinger
Hill Illness Raises Concern Among Minnesota Friends
St. Paul May 24 The illness of James J. Hill railroad builder and capitalist causes concern among his friends and business associates as he has not been at his office since last Wednesday.
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St. Paul, Minn
James J. Hill
Hill
Tercentary Shakespearean Celebration Rescheduled
Winston Salem May 24 The community tercentenary Shakespearean celebration postponed due to rain will be held Thursday night on the Salem College campus with attendees expected from local groups and residents.
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Winston-Salem
Salem College
President and Mrs Wilson Attend Doctor Grayson Wedding
President and Mrs Wilson travel to New York to attend the wedding of Dr Carey T Gayson naval aide and physician to the President and Miss Alice Gertrude Gor der. The couple wed this afternoon and the presidential party will return to Washington tonight.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
New York
Carey T.gayson
Alice Gertrude Gorder
Wholesale Grocers Open Annual Convention in Memphis
Memphis May 24 The opening session of the Wholesale Grocers association drew hundreds of grocers jobbers and manufacturers as it began here today. Attendance was expected to reach the thousands by the end of the meeting.
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Associated Press
Memphis, Tenn
Sinn Fein Leader Convicted by Court Martial in Ireland
Dublin May 24 AP reports John MacNewell president of the Sinn Fein volunteers is found guilty by court martial of complicity in the Irish rebellion. Sentence to be announced in a day.
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Associated Press
Dublin
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London
John MaccNewll
Sinn Fein Volunteers
Inquire Into Safety of Americans in Ireland
Washington May 24 The senate committee on foreign relations recommended a favorable report of Senator Kern's resolutions directing the secretary of state to inquire regarding the safety of American citizens in Ireland where martial law has been proclaimed.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Kern
Ireland
Special Orders Prevail at Presbyterian General Assembly
Orlando May 24 reports from the standing committees on foreign missions and Christian visitation and ministerial relief will occupy chief attention at the General Assembly of the Presbyterian church of the United States today. Another special order is the nomination of sites seeking to entertain the 1917 convention.
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Associated Press
Orlando
Fla
Standing Committee On Foreign Missions
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of the United States
Cites
Weather update notes warmer conditions and wind shift
The forecast expects slight warming tonight and Thursday with a moderate north to northeast wind. Winds become variable on Thursday as conditions shift.
Brandeis Favored by Judiciary Committee Vote
The senate judiciary committee voted 10 to 4 to report the nomination of Louis D. Brandeis to the Supreme Court favorably. It was a strict party line vote with Senator Shields of Tennessee supporting the report after arriving from Knoxville. Brandeis' backers expect quick confirmation once it reaches the senate.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate Judiciary Committee
Senate
Louis D. Brandies
Supreme Court
Shields
Tennessee
Yom Knoxville
Hokesmith
Murder Trial for Winston Merchant Killings Opens
At Albemarle a trial begins for B Burgin and four black defendants on charges of murdering Winston Salem merchant Cantrell in Badin on April 6. Cantrell, beaten after meeting Burgin to settle debts, identified one assailant before lapsing into unconsciousness. The governor ordered a special term for speedy proceedings.
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Associated Press
Albemarle
B. Burgin
Fred Wolfe
John Adams
Lester Horne
Badin
B. Cantrell
Winston- Salem
Burgin
Winston-Salem
Cantrell
General Assembly Selects Birmingham for Next Convention
Birmingham was chosen as the next meeting place for the Presbyterian Church in the United States general assembly. Chattanooga Knoxville and Charleston presented invitations, and three ballots were needed to decide the selection.
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Birmingham
Chattanooga
Tenn
Derant
Gkla
Charlestown
W. Va
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