Y M C A founder Sir George Williams 75th anniversary noted
London June 6 marks the seventy fifth anniversary of the Young Men's Christian Association founder Sir George Williams. The article recalls the 1844 origins in a West End lodging room, his temperance work, and the expansion of the Y M C A to the UK, Europe, America, and colonies, with Williams later knighted in 1894 and buried at St Paul’s.
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Mutual Improvement Society
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Charles G. Finney
Young Men's Christian Association
United Kingdom
America
Paris
Lord Shaftesbury
Queen Victoria
City of London
St. Paul's
Railroad Timetable Texas-Mexican trains scheduled
Train No. 1 departs for Corpus Christi at 9 a.m. Train No. 2 arrives from Corpus Christi at 3:35 p.m.
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International and Great Northern Schedule Highlight
The fast train to St Louis departs at 10 45 a m and arrives at 7 15 p m The night train departs at an evening time and arrives at 8 00 a m indicating service patterns and travel times of the line
Train No 1 and No 2 timetable for Laredo Minera route
Rio Grande and Eagle Pass timetable shows Train No 1 leaving Laredo daily except Sunday at 3 30 a m and arriving Minera at 10 20 a m. Train No 2 leaves Minera daily except Sunday at 11 a m and arrives Laredo at 3 15 p m.
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Society notes and gatherings listed this Friday
Mrs. Violet 8. Oberfeldt Society Editor announces two bridge teas this Friday at 4 PM hosted by Mrs. I. Goodman and Mrs. Alfred Pozggenpohl. The Sunbeam Band of the Baptist Church meets at 4 PM Saturday at the church. A dance is planned at the Officers Club at 9 PM.
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Tanlac Restored Me After Severe Grip and Weight Loss
LA Gupten of Nashville describes near ruin from grippe and weight loss. After taking Tanlac on friends’ advice he regained strength and weight, praising the remedy. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists everywhere.
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Birthday anniversaries marked for June six
Today marks birthdays of five notable figures. Madame Rejane, famed French actress born in Paris sixty three years ago. Samuel Dickie, Albion College president and prohibition advocate born in Canada sixty eight years ago. Rt Rev Michael J Hoban, Scranton bishop born in Waterloo New Jersey sixty six years ago. Dr James A Kelso, Western Theological Seminary president born in India forty six years ago. Frances Starr, American stage actress born in Oneonta New York thirty three years ago.
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India
Frances Starr
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Big Conference Meet In Chicago At University of Chicago
Athletes from Ohio to California arrive in Chicago for the Western Intercollegiate Cone Athletic Association outdoor championship at the University of Chicago. Michigan and Chicago are favored, with other Big Ten members contesting. The meet boosts chances for Olympic team selection for Antwerp next spring.
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Today’s events mark civic, military and cultural observances
The 75th anniversary of the YMCA is noted alongside a two day Associated Harvard Clubs meeting in Buffalo. War Secretary Newton D. Baker delivers the Baltimore Roland Park Country School commencement address. Navy class of 1919 graduation adds 450 embryo admirals. Bethlehem Pa hosts the Bach Festival, a major musical event. Northern California hotelmen discuss prohibition effects in Oakland. Walla Walla opens a six day celebration for Whitman College president Dr Stephen B L Penrose’s administration.
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The Doctor Away From Home When Most Needed
Advertisement urges keeping Chamberlain's Coke and Diarrhoea Remedy at home for stomach pain colic and diarrhoea when a physician is unavailable. It claims the remedy is best and may save life, urging immediate purchase.
Western Union Telegraph Strike Fails to Widen
By Associated Press Atlanta June 6 the Western Union Telegraph Co says less than 100 operators obeyed the nationwide strike order for telegraphers across ten southeastern states while union representatives claim about 3,000 men are out.
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Ungarbled News Is Effectual Says AP President
Washington June 6 President Noyes of the Associated Press told the Pan American conference that the exchange of true unbiased news between North and South America now aided by South American newspaper members will be more effective in cultivating friendship than any propaganda from publicity agents.
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Noyes
Vagrant Monarchs of Today in Exile Across Europe
London reports a wave of deposed rulers from the collapsed Central Powers era living in exile. Many seek refuge in Switzerland and Scandinavia, with Kaiser Wilhelm and the Crown Prince in Holland. Constantine of Greece and Luxembourg’s Grand Duchess also flee, while Ludwig of Bavaria wanders Munich’s forests amid suspected delusions of victory. Nicholas of Montenegro is confined elsewhere.
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Goat and kiss the book in Coyote Gulch trial
A trial at Coyote Gulch pauses as a witness is sworn after the clerk whispers that a sheriff's goat damaged the Bible. The judge responds with humor about not letting ex parte happenings hamper justice. The scene blends local frontier color with a claim of religious ritual in court.
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Paris Conference Hints on Allied Rejoinder Date
In Paris circles the allied reply may be ready for Monday presentation. Germany will be notified that terms discussion is closed and given three to five days to accept or reject the treaty. The council of four refused a fixed sum for reparations amid French objections. Austrian peace moves may resume at St Germain after Dr Karl Renner’s return. Germany protests allied occupation in favor of the Rhenish republic.
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Paris
Council of Four
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St. Germain
Karl Renner
Austria
Rhenish Republic
Wilson Defends German Treaty Conforming to Fourteen Points
Paris June 6 President Wilson is quoted in Le Matin asserting the German treaty project violates none of his principles and fully conforms with his fourteen points. He adds that if his view were wrong he would confess and seek correction, but the treaty as drawn aligns with his program.
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Paris
le Matin
Rhine province over-president moved amid republic tensions
Coblenz dispatches report that Berlin orders transfer the Rhine province over president, seen by American authorities as a political move to counter the Rhenish republic movement. Americans refused to display posters of the Rhenish republic sent by French officers.
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Germans Sending Copies of Peace Terms to U S Senators
Paris June 6 report indicates the Berlin government is sending photographic copies of the peace terms to every United States senator and representative.
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Paris
Berlin
United States
Adopted Without Roll Call In Senate on German Treaty Request
Washington June 6 adoption occurred without roll call as the Johnson resolution sought the state department to provide the senate with a copy of the German treaty. The action reflects a formal request channelled through Senator Johnson to obtain the treaty document for Senate review.
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Borah resolution backs Irish peace hearing in Senate
Washington January 6 The Borah resolution directing American peace delegates to obtain a hearing for the Irish delegates led by Edward de Valera was adopted in the Senate by 60 to 1 with Senator John Sharp Williams of Mississippi voting no.
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John Sharp Wiliams
Mississippi
Royals in exile rumor amid postwar turmoil
In Genoa a royal tour visits two sons in law as Hussian grand dukes flee Bolsheviks. Peter of Serbia maintains royal airs but stays away from his realm. King Ferdinand of Bulgaria, who backed the wrong side in the war, is rumored to be in Vienna under a false name and disguise in a slum.
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Doubtless Johnson Urges Siberia Troop Inquiry
The Charleston News and Courier questions Senator Hiram Johnsons eagerness to learn troop actions in Siberia and suggests he should go and see for himself. The piece implies the nation could proceed without his intervention for a period.
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Charleston News and Courier
X Rays Shown to Protect Furs From Moth Eggs
A recent finding suggests passing furs with X rays kills moth eggs and prevents moth damage. If confirmed, this method could offer a new approach to fur preservation and reduce losses from moth infestation.
Invaders Driven From Costa Rica Say Cablegram
A cablegram to the Costa Rica representative in Washington reports the invaders have been driven out of Costa Rica and taken refuge in Nicaragua. It states no American marines landed in Costa Rica.
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Washington
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
Obregon Announces Candidacy and Policy Shifts
General Alvaro Obregon declares his bid for the Mexican presidency in a manifesto received in San Antonio. He says the Liberal party backs him and vows a broader foreign policy including full recognition of foreigners’ rights and strict conformity with Mexican law.
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Nitro Glycerine Wagon Explodes West of Fort Worth
A nitroglycerine wagon exploded ten miles west of Fort Worth Texas killing the unidentified driver and a passenger. The blast shook Fort Worth houses and caused extensive damage.
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Fort Worth
Texas
Senate Adopts Measure Without Roll Call
The senate approved the proposal in a session held without a formal roll call, finalizing action on the measure through a voice vote or unanimous consent.
Communist Leaders Executed in Bavaria Uprising
Berlin reports on June 6 that Herr Levine editor of the Munich Red Flag and a leading figure in the communist uprising was executed Wednesday night. Another communist leader, Herd Nissen, was also executed per Munich advices.
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Germans Aiding Bolsheviki on Hsathonian Front
Stockholm reports June 6 that German forces on the Hsathonian front are aiding the Bolsheviki per the official Kathonian statement.
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Stockholm
Bolsheviki Capture Sarapul in Major Central Region
London reports Bolsheviki wireless claim Sarapul, southwest of Perm, has fallen as part of their spring advance. The dispatch says Bolsheviki forces continue to push in the region, signaling a significant shift in the central theatre.
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Americans Arrested After Brussels Clash With Antwerp Police
American soldiers and Belgian police clashed in Antwerp on Wednesday night. Three policemen and two civilians were wounded by bullets. Three American soldiers were arrested, including one wounded, as the incident drew public attention in Brussels on June 6.
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More Texans Arrive From 144th Infantry Detachment
The transport Pretoria arrived today at New York carrying the 144th Infantry Company M and an ordnance detachment, plus 724 brigade headquarters, all attached to the 26th division.
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Weather forecast from New Orleans bureau
United States Weather Bureau forecast for New Orleans area says tonight and Friday will be fair with no precipitation expected. Strong currents indicate continuing mild temperatures through the period as the Telephone Company relays daily updates.
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Fort McIntosh 24 Hour Weather Summary
Fort McIntosh observations for the past 24 hours end at 7 am report a broken thermometer, northeast wind direction, and clear skies throughout the period.
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