Przemysl Falls to Austro German Assaults Again
Austro German forces recaptured Przemysl from Russians after heavy bombardment and bayonet fighting. The win crowns Mackensen’s northern Galicia offensive, with forts neutralized and Russians retreating east. Lemberg drive prepared as siege guns shift east.
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German Assault Storms Russian Forts for Key Przemysl Capture
Berlin report says Austro forces repelled fierce Russian defense at Przemysl as fortifications fell after a bayonet assault. Intense fighting continued around the remaining Russian positions with heavy casualties reported on both sides.
Italians Resume Advance on Trieste Forts
Italian forces resume the advance toward Trieste from Monfalcone under naval gunfire. Belvidere fort near Ala and other forts north of Trieste are reduced by heavy artillery. Bad weather hampers Alpine operations as shells fall on Trieste and Nabrisina line defenses strengthen. Premier Salandra faces Parliament defending Italy’s war aims and unity.
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Wreck of Chicago and Alton Train Injures Thirty
A Chicago and Alton No. 70 derailed near Minier Illinois due to a defective switch injuring about thirty passengers. A three coach special carried doctors and nurses to the scene. No fatalities reported though several passengers suffered serious injuries including Prince Lower and Mrs. Mary House.
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Von Bernstorff Refuses To Talk After Talks With Bryan
German ambassador Count von Bernstorff declared he had done no talking and suggested any chatter came from others after a brief conference with Secretary Bryan. He referenced his conversation yesterday with President Wilson in Washington.
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International News Service
Washington
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Bryan
Wilson
Drugist Kills Doctor in Early Morning Shooting
Conley Cox, a druggist, shot and killed Dr. John Mauldin early this morning after he claimed to find the doctor in a compromising location. The incident is being investigated by local authorities and details remain unclear.
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International News Service
Artelia
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Conley Cox
John Mauldin
Rae Atest
Optimistic Tone Rises as Wilson Seeks Direct German Answer
Washington reports a more hopeful mood after President Wilson met with Count von Bernstorff. A conciliatory German note offering compensation for the Lusitania injury is transmitted to the U.S. The president works on a direct, firm note to Berlin demanding adherence to international law and an immediate stance on submarine warfare.
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International News Service
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Count von Bernstorff
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Lusitania
Quiet Lusitania affidavits prompt government inquiry
Washington reports a quiet investigation into the affidavits asserting Lusitania carried guns on deck. Officials split over implications for Germany’s reply to Wilson and whether the claims challenge official pronouncements. The State Department indicates a broader look at the affidavits while maintaining that Lusitania was unarmed except for defensive measures.
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Turkish transport sunk in Marmora by English sub
The British admiralty announced that an English submarine in the Dardanelles zone has sunk another Turkish transport in the Marmora Sea. The vessel was a German ship used by the Turks for troop transports.
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International News Service
London
British Admiralty
Dardanelles
Death by Own Action Reported in International Brief
International News Service reports a death by own action in Niagara Falls, New York. Details are sparse with the brief noting the incident occurred in the Niagara Falls area and is under investigation.
Prisoner Escapes From Penal Farm Near Green Castle
Forest Braughard escaped from the Indians Penal Farm near Green Castle during Monday night. Sheriff Roberts and state authorities were notified Tuesday morning. recapture would mean a sentence from one to five years. Braughard, serving six months for assault on Ross Caldwell, had five months left and was Boone county’s only inmate at the farm. Since Monday night there is no word on recapture.
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Sant Broad
Ross Caldwell
Boone County
Riots Hit Tokyo After Mass Meeting As Army Plan Spreads
Riots engulf Tokyo following a government mass meeting. Police confiscate manifestos opposing the ministry as arrests rise. Premier Okuma and War Minister Oka announce plans to expand the army by two divisions, aiming for twenty five divisions overall. The opposition no-confidence resolution is again brought up and rejected.
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International News Service
Tokio
Okuma
Oka
House of Representatives
Redman Case Court Fight Delays Decision
Indianapolis June 3 The Redman case continues as Judge Eli H. Redman remains on the Vige circuit court with a final ruling expected tomorrow. The Indiana Supreme Court upheld a technical objection from Redman’s counsel Salisbury and granted Attorney-General Milburn until tomorrow to amend his evidence.
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International News Service
Indianapolis
Eli H. Redman
Vige
Supreme Court
Salisbury
Redman
Milburn
Law Has a Rider Madison Wisconsin June 3
A terse brief item from Madison Wisconsin dated June 3 notes the word rider attached to a law. The snippet hints at legal procedure or amendment but provides few concrete details or participants.
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