No Withdrawal of American Forces in Mexico Decided
White House announces President Wilson will not pull out U S troops from Mexico now and will send a note to Carranza explaining the punitive expedition’s purpose is fulfilled. Officials say the move rebuts Carranza’s claims and defends pursuit of Mexican raiders while underscoring no ulterior motives.
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War bulletins from the war front and political moves
International and Allied dispatches report Greek government rejecting Bulgaria's protest over Greek troops firing on Bulgar soldiers at Ft Rupeli. Austro Hungarian troops head to Verdun front with heavy guns, food riots erupt in Cologne as Germany blocks food exports. Emperor William returns to Berlin and meets the Spanish ambassador. Dr Clemens Del Bruck elevated to nobility. A new Reichstag credit of 2.5 billion marks planned. Dutch and Danish ships intercepted. United States mails seized aboard ships by British forces.
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Sayville Wireless
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Carranza’s Note Triggers US Mexico Tensions
State and war departments regard Carranza’s inquiry as impudent while noting Mexican sensitivity. They emphasize that threats in the note reflect strain, with Mexico economically ruined and the de facto government near collapse, shaping the diplomatic outlook.
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Many Are Called but Few Are Choos e
Waukegan NL June 1 The Lake county court jurors sift applicants for the Will Orpet murder case awaiting trial for Marion Lambert. The prosecution pressed whether to hang a man on circumstantial evidence only. Prospective jurors balked at the idea, shrinking the pool as Orpet reacted, pleading with his mother.
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Electric Railway Strike Shuts Shore Line Lines
In New London Conn June 1 all Shore Line Electric Railway lines from New Haven east of Westerly Rhode Island and from the city north of West Thompson Conn were halted today by a strike involving 600 motor workers.
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Waite Sentenced to Die in Electric Chair July 10
Arthur Warren Waite was condemned at Sing Sing to die in the electric chair on July 10 after a dramatic court appearance. He declared he would give his life in expiation and praised his counsel and prosecutor as fair. Waite prepared for execution, writing to Dr Pryor and receiving a visit from his brother before the day of death.
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Fatal auto crash claims Chicago insurer manager in Hammond
Frank H. C. Bierman, Chicago manager of Federal Life Insurance, died when his automobile plunged over an embankment into Lake George in Hammond. Police recovered the body and continued to search for a possible companion as bystanders noted the tail lights and license plate.
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Lake George
Germany Rejects Hostile Intent Toward United States
An Overseas News Agency interview with a German diplomat quotes assurances that Germany harbors no hostile aims toward the United States or the Americas. The diplomat cites the chancellor’s clear declaration of Germany’s policy and interest in avoiding European entanglements or territorial acquisition on American soil.
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German Assault Fails at Le Mort Homme Verdun Front
Paris dateline June 1 reports another German attempt to storm French lines at Le Mort Homme was repulsed after a heavy bombardment. The French war office said German infantry near Verdun faced fierce artillery fire, while French lines east of the Meuse endured hot bombardment. Washington report notes wage increases cause economic losses as workers shift to shorter hours, hurting output nationwide.
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Austro-Hungarian Flanking Efforts Near Arsiero Intensify
International News Service reports Austro-Hungarian forces press south of the Po valley and west of Arsiero to outflank Italian defenses at Arsiero and Asiago. Italian drum fire destroys attacking units on mountain slopes while artillery duels continue along the Isonzo and Carnia Alps. The Conizagna to Monte Cengio battle persists with Italians defending Monte Pasubio, Formalti, and Prafora as Vicenza dispatches note weakened Austrian lines and reduced infantry assaults.
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Beatrice Walter Found Dead in Vacant Lot
Miss Beatrice Walter aged 19 was found dead with a bullet wound in a vacant lot at Fields Point near the state pier. James O'Brien, 21, a factory worker who was seen with her last night, is held for further investigation.
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James O’brien
Weather Bulletin Warns Of Showers Tonight And Friday
Weather bulletin reports light showers and thunder tonight with a warmer trend into Friday. forecast cautions brisk winds and possible cooling relief after rain.
Political Clouds Over Chicago At 1916 Republican Meeting
National Committee of the Republican Party opened in Chicago with contests from Virginia on the floor. Chairman Hilles proposed excluding national committeemen from state contests, a plan ratified. High profile arrivals included Roosevelt and Sherman factions leaders, signaling a tense, uncertain battle for delegates and influence.
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