Big Strike of Railway Men Is Off
The threatened 400 000 railroad workers strike was averted as the railroad brotherhoods accepted mediation offered by the United States board of mediation and conciliation. Officials reported mixed signals on whether the unions or managers would proceed with federal mediation as talks continued in New York and Washington.
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New York
United States
United States Board of Mediation
Aus
Federa Biar
Tom Tovteay
Nailreid
Anhat Trowty
National Conference of Railway Managers
Federal Tribunel
Brotherhools
Railreid
Federal Board
Vision
Tte
Egein
A.B. Garretson
Brotherhoods
Lee
Federal Board of Mediation and
Coneillutus
Fearby
Garretson
Carretwon
W. Chambers
United State Board of Mediation and
Coneoiation
Ratroade
Wnions
Ite
St Wan
Wexelen
Yweard
Ovlack
Garreteon
W. B Stone
Giarreigon
Shipping Boycotts Breakup over New Amendment
Senator Thomas today presented an amendment to empower the secretary of the treasury to refuse clearance to ships that refuse freight to American shippers. The proposal drew an enthusiastic debate in the chamber as lawmakers weighed the impact on British trade and national interests.
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Washington
Ava
Thomas
Treacury
Exeoted
New York Car Strike Ends and Service Restored
Street car strikes ended in New York and subway elevated and rapid transit service returned to normal. Amalgamated Association leaders urged all transit workers to join the union, with organizers pressing for broader participation.
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New York
Amalgamated Association of Street and Electric Rail Way
Elevated
Brounk Ion
Waterloo Man Elected Secretary Iowa Bankers
Hie Moines Aug. Shrank Warner of the Leavit and dolinean ma tion of Watering ba wan chose ecretary of the Lowa Hawkers aswne Vion by the executive council bode to succeed F W Hall resigned L. F Warker of Newell la who was the Liverite withdrawn because the salary Wis Pt at $2,400 Gidige 8 Parker of Sioux City president of the msenelation Irenided
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Hie Moines
Warner
Watering
Aswne
Bode
F W. Hall
L. F Warker
Newell
Parker
Sioux City
Irenided
Kenyon Returns Home Amid Nomination Talk
Washington reports Renator Kenyon plans a return home to visit family before pausing in Winconela for La Follette renomination efforts keeping focus on upcoming political moves and party guidance.
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Washington
Renator Kenyon
Lawn
PL. Dodge
Winconela
la Follette
Census Figures Show New York Population and Income
The census lists 1,027,71 residents in Greater New York with 1,104,020 born abroad. In Manhattan borough, munition income distribution centers around 71,000 dollars, reflecting distribution patterns across the city.
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Greater
New York
Manhattan
Mrochivyn
Excavation Reveals 1700-Year-Old Petrified Woman
Archaeologists uncover the petrified remains of a woman buried about 1700 years ago at Seat Drente botland. The discovery sheds light on ancient burial practices and regional history.
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Drente
Botland
Train Hitting Truck Fatality Shocks Des Moines Cleric
Cornel Brett a noted Des Moines Methodist preacher died after a truck stalled near a track was struck by a moving train. The collision threw him several feet, fracturing his skull while he waited for the train to clear the area.
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Cornel Brett
Flower of
Hancock
Lelavier
Tone Im & Deter
Des Moines Et Uterenee
Mexican dispute mediators named
Acting Secretary Polk announced the acceptance of General Currantee’s promise for cooperation in Mexico with a commission to include Lettieri of Twvedowington and Cow cbse. The Mexican commissioner and other details will be announced. The first task is to decide on points Carranza outlined, including withdrawal of U S troops from the border and protocol on military dispositions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
Ceneral Cupmanea
Lettieri
United States
Justin Lewis D. Hrondeis
Frent Wilcon
Los Cabrera Rinieter
Wilean
Elisa Arredondo
Carranza
Arredondo
Genera
Washington
York
Genera Carranza
Mesten
Bremen Due at New London Any Moment
The German submarine Bremen is expected to arrive at New London port at any moment according to the New London Paper. The Forwarding Company, American correspondent for the German submarine merchant line, has leased one year space on the New State pier for a large warehouse making New London the principal American terminal for the line.
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New London
Aug
Bremen
Astern
New State Pier
Navy Tug Pewtucket Crew Honored for Bravery
Secretary Daniels commends master John J. Phil Yow and the Pewtucket crew for excellent work amid danger after the New York explosion. The crew battled fire from the pilot house and main deck amid exploding shells, with Seaman Wandle severely injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Aus
John J. Phil Yow
Daniels
New York
Pentucket
Phillips
Bile Island
Seaman & Wandle
Ambassador Gerard to visit Kaiser in London
London figures report Ambassador Gerard will seek an audience with Kaiser Wilhelm to deliver an autograph letter from President Wilson. The letter outlines Wilson’s wishes on forming Poland’s population and is conveyed by an Exchange Telegraph correspondent.
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Gerard
London
Berlin
Jum Wolierard
Amperou William
Wilson
Poland
Arcneterdam
Exchange Telegraph
Plague Death Toll Continues to Grow
New York reports a rising infantile paralysis epidemic with 183 new cases in the latest 24 hour period ending early today. Health officials confirm continued spread and urge precaution as authorities coordinate response.
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New York
Conde Lee Todos
Aveloni
Health Department
Wet Wielding New Pitchers Promises Denver Wins
Denver and Cole plan to add veteran hurlers amid a string of notable performances. Hankey Jones confirms Wet’s shortfall in matching Wood, while Adam e joins from Pinehurst National to pair with Al Bingwon. A standout from Retiven, Me. struck out 22 in a loop, crowning a Malte cout goth Mineheen.
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Denver
Cole
Hankey Jones
Jones
al Bingwon
Retiven
Verdun Besieged as German Shells Ravage City
Verdun lies largely deserted except for a garrison. North and east combat causes evacuations as shelling and fires devastate streets. Fire brigades struggle to battle blazes while many buildings crumble and neighborhoods fall into ruin.
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Verdun
Wheat futures surge on crop damage scare in Chicago market
Chicago grain pits shudder as government crop damage estimate sparks a dramatic rise in wheat futures. September climbs to 1.44 1/2 amid frantic trading, with December around 1.47 and May spiking above 1.59 a bushel. Traders eye Canadian harvest losses and looming export demand as the market remains volatile.
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Loloy
Board of Trade
Wid Beechee
Dras
Sis Tas
Fortield
Senate approves child labor act after long debate
The Senate passed by a close vote a bill aiming to curb interstate trade in goods produced by child labor, after endorsement by President Wilson. Southern and certain Republican senators opposed on grounds of constitutionality and states’ rights, while others supported the measure and conference committees were named to finalize provisions.
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Senate
Washington
House
Wilson
Democratic Senate
Bankhead
Alabama
Bryan
Ketcher
Florida
Hardwick
Stith
Jeoree
Overman
Simmons
Alway
Martin
Virginia
Uaderwood
Alumina
Vardeman
Pope
James
Bockman
Kentucky
Kansdol
Hobinwen
Arkeonsa
God Shields
Teanesee
Culbertaon
Sheffird
Tess
Wolye Ment Alop
Wellceste
Nominating slate named for governor races in Ohio
Four candidates Herrick Willis Cox and Pomerene were named by the Democratic convention in Calumine Ohlen Ave area for the statewide primary. The slate includes Atlee Pomorene and Jamon Cox as nominees with party leaders noting decisive support and broad ticket prospects across districts.
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Calumine
Ohlen
Cleveland
Jamon M. Cox
Majoritien
Gonuree
United States Tops Gold Production Milestone
United States produced more than 100 million dollars worth of gold last year, marking a significant output milestone.
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United Slates
Market Wheat Futures Edge Higher as Opening Quotes Shift
Kensae City reports wheat options opened with gains and moved to about 10 per cent at the start. Prices showed premiums of around 0.00 and September quotes near 0.36. Traders noted market activity supported by general demand while traders awaited further cues from outside markets.
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Kensae City
Modom
Tanaka
Two Nebraskans Die in Motor Accident Near Sutton
In Sutton Nebraska a crash a mile east of town killed nine year old De Bauer instantly and Charles Bauer of Sutton died early morning as a result of the collision. Cen trude Bauer and John Cherh, who drove the car, were seriously hurt and may die. The other occupant of the car Mrs Dauer escaped with a bruised eye.
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Sutton
Neb Aye
de Bauer
Charles Bauer
Centrude Bauer
Age! T
John Cherh
Mas
Dauer
Cloudburst Triggers Massive Property Loss in Cabin Creek Valley
A severe cloudburst swept down Cabin Creek Valley causing extensive property damage and drownings. Officials of Acme Coal reported multiple losses and fatalities as the flood overwhelmed farms and possessions, with more bodies believed recovered today.
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Cabin Creek
West Virginia
Huntington,y Ve
Aue
a /oudburst
Cabin Creek Valley
Wey Petabaten
Tima
Meer Dina Letery
Acne
Acme Coal Company
Fragmentary War Wait Time Memory at City Hall
A damaged OCR fragment hints at a political dispute or debate lasting a week. Names and places are unreadable, but mentions of officials and a philology of lines imply a civic hearing or session.
Berlin admits defeats as civilians evacuate amid retreat
German war office confirms withdrawal from cities as Russian and Teuton forces pull back across Galicia. Civilians flee, prisoners reported, while allied observers note heavy casualties and ongoing bombardment near Petro and Lemberg.
Eastern conflicts shift control amid new riverfront actions
In the latest reports from Petrograd to eastern cities, Austro German advances push toward Verdant lines as Russian forces retreat. General Letchitaky’s retreat and a new front near Turnopel and Lemiyort suggest a strategic railway corridor opening, with notable clashes indicated along the Kolaphor region and near Cinkleton.
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Petrograd
Avot
Lanidodo
Bert Bony
Wureedt
Tettorie
Letchitaky
Cont von Hoth
Slick
Stantehaw
Agvinng von
Turnopel Smd
Lemiyort
Cinkleton
Adjutant General Receives Conflicting Recruiting Orders
Adjutant General Logante confronted by conflicting government orders on recruiting. He notified officers to raise recruiting efforts and discharge all recruiting officers. He reports no clear guidance on muster settings and directs focus on where most recruits are available.
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Lies Moines
Logante
Romthe
Five Million Men in Prison Camp Report
Fragmentary OCR recalls vast prisoner camp scenes with references to nations, military deployments, and wartime logistics. The text mentions names and places tied to a large mobilization, though many words are garbled, leaving core ideas of mass imprisonment and wartime orders unclear.
Gorizia Bridgehead Holds Against Italian Offensive
Reports from the front recount the Gorizia bridgehead as a key defensive area for Austrian forces amid Italian attempts. Troops crossed the Isonzo and moved toward the forther bank while Austrians claimed the Italians failed to break through.
McCormick to Name Chicago Office Staff
Fragmented article notes a political staffing change involving McCormick appointing or directing Chicago office personnel. The text references campaign activity and personnel moves, but details are incomplete and fragmentary.
Board of Trade to Have Fine New Home
Chicago witnesses the Board of Trade move into a newly built facility valued at about 9 million dollars. The project marks a major upgrade for the exchange and signals strong economic confidence in the region.
Weihodical Progress Carries Jolire's Troops Forward In Picardy
Fragmented dispatch details French and British gains in Picardy with Jolire's forces advancing and Allied units pressing along the Somme. Reports describe heavy fighting at key fronts, shifting lines, and efforts to push toward strategic targets north of the Meuse and near the Vosges region.
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Jolire
Picardy
Joffre
Rene
Font
Sonmie
Mloure
MTG
Aehuek
Beer
Vosges Mountains
Flack Forest
Germany
Peronne Destroyed by French Guns in WW Tell
Fire rips Peronne city center as shells from French guns hit the historic museum and medieval art quarters. Valuable paintings and coins are destroyed or damaged while streets fill with smoke and fear. authorities debate saving the late Gothic St. John church from further peril.
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Terman Jre
Hewlquartern
Horlin
Torsiey
Ani Orden
Farnetin
Peronne
Pirenel
Talian
Miemiel
Sofie
Peronmnes
St. John
Casualties Reported After Zeppelin Raid
An official statement says seven to ten eppelines took part in the raid early Velie. About 140 bombs were dropped and 23 casualties were caused, supplementing earlier reports of the attack.
Lomlon Age Tee A Further Advance on Somme Front
Fragmentary text reports on action near the Somme with mention of Lomlon and a British advance. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate frontline activity and potential command notes from the period.
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Lomlon
Somme
Pionzer Wholesaler Dies in Sioux Falls
A Pionzer wholesale dealer, identified as a local business figure, died in Sioux Falls. The report notes his passing and mentions his long involvement in the trade. The details of his death and funeral arrangements are sparse in the readable text.
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Pionzer
Sioux Falls
Army bill sent to Wilson for signature
A brief item reports that the army appropriations bill is sent to President Wilson for signature. The conference committee reportedly agreed on the final version amid wartime priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Lightning Triggers Mine Explosion Alike Weather
A report describes a mine explosion caused by a lightning strike that damaged power lines feeding the mine. The blast halted operations and casualties or survivors are unclear in the fragmentary text.
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HI West
Vietnam
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Ollie
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Firemun
Tyike
Hliy
Miro
Galicia
Brusiloff
Amy
Ven Bathmer
Lemberg
Petiin
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Faror
Petro
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Pune
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von Bothmer
France
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Hye Ewci
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Liytereraetieonel Cammeebiann
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Hedy Dings
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Gorizia
Isonzo
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Ateirian
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Elty
Orzo
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Mush
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Persia
Verdun Fray
Ealle
West Front
Tristin
Neely
Anthony Houser
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Billian
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