Germans Sign Peace Treaty at Versailles Hall
The peace treaty with Germany was signed in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. President Wilson and the American delegation completed signing at 3:14 p.m. Paris time on Saturday. Germany’s signatories were Dr Hermann Mueller at 3:12 and Johannes Bell at 3:18 p.m. The ceremony featured key figures such as Sverethy Lansing, Henry Ashle, Colonel House, and General Biles for the Americans, with Clemenceau guiding questions to the Germans. General Smuts signed in protest, citing objections to territorial settlements and indemnities. Chinese delegates initially refused, and Premier Clemenceau closed the session after all plenipotentiaries signed. The event marks the end of the war and shifts focus to ratification by member nations.
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Peeitifer Clemenceau
M. Clemenceau
William Martin
Feeneh Foreign Office
Clemencent
General Smuts
Ini Christian Smuts
Union of South Africa
Corra
Teoufy
Wilson
Herman Mueller Ai
Johannes Bell
Talen
Germany
Prosa
Chateau
Versailles
Washington
Paris
Brest
George Wash
Hington
Asre Igneds
Senate
Washington Sees Quiet Start for Prohibition Deadline
Washington officials predicted a quiet midnight start to the prohibition law with the Treasury and Justice departments ready to enforce the wartime ban. Agencies face uncertainty over what counts as an intoxicating drink and how far to discipline violators amid unclear enforcement legislation. Local cities hint at defying the law, while New York organizers press to resist government measures.
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Washington
Department of Justice
New York
Revenue Guand Department of Justice
Univer
Decide Fate of Petrograd in Peace Conference
Washington reports the supreme council will decide if Petrograd can be captured based on whether the United States can supply foodstuffs and Great Britain can organize transport. Allied and Russian experts say seizure is militarily feasible but sustaining the population requires US and UK aid, with early decision anticipated.
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Washington
Yudenitch
Petrograad
Supreme Council of the
Peace Conference
United States
Great Britain
Supreme Council
Petrograd
England
Senate Bill Expands Powers Against Anarchists
In Washington the senate added two measures to the sundry civil appropriation bill aimed at anarchists bomb throwers and enemies of order. The department of justice gains doubled funds for crime detection from 1.4 million to 2 million and a special fund from the department of labor is created to roundup and deport anarchists.
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Washington
Senate
Department of Justice
Department of Labor
Seat in Treaty Hall Paris Fetches $20,000 Offer
A Travelers Club member offered $20,000 for a seat in the Hall of Mirrors in Paris where treaty sons were signed on June 30. The incident highlights a high bidding interest for a ceremonial spot in the historic room.
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Treaty Hall
Paris
Travelers Club
Hall of Mirrors
SAVE FATHERLAND SAYS HINDENBURG IN UNANIMOUS APPEAL
Berlin June 30. Hindenburg issues a letter to troops urging unity and unwavering defense to lift Germany from deepest humiliation. He recalls past victories and thanks officers and men, appeals for domestic peace, and warns only unanimous resolve can save the nation. He plans retirement after peace decision and emphasizes duty to safeguard the fatherland.
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Berlin
Hidenburg
Cortis
Howe
Gou
Wilson Sails for America From Brest Harbor
President Wilson sailed from Brest aboard the George Washington returning to the United States after signing a treaty with Getutany. A large crowd cheered as the socialists paraded and officials greeted the presidential party on the pier. The departure featured band medleys and a salute from French and American ships.
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Brest
Wilson
Getutany
United States
U. S
George Washington
Siam
H. Silaun
BE. N. Benoit
A. 8. Halstead
E. A. Helmick
Smeey Butler
Tenth Chasseurs
Yser
National Bridge
Tawich
America
Capri
Edward McCauley
Borah Not To Be Called In Tom Townley Trial
In Minnesota the defense dropped plans to call Senator Borah and other notable figures as witnesses in the Townley Gilbert trial. Judge Dean overruled an effort to introduce Senator Gabriellettes speech from St Paul, tied to a senate probe. President Twenty of the Nonpartisan League spoke at the meeting and a transcript of his remarks was identified.
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Tockson
Minn
Tune
Ue Townley-Gilbert
Borat
Orher
Indgy Dean
Gabrilette
St. Paul
Senate
Tewntey
Nonpartisan League
Bhnselé
Franco American alliance pact signed in Paris
Paris reports a Franco American convention signed by both governments. The covenant reportedly includes several articles and states that violations of the peace treaty by Germany authorize France to seek American and British aid. The timing with the peace treaty signals a unified effort to ensure full implementation.
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Paris
Tyrel
Germany
France
Farmer's Home Wrecked in Wisconsin Safe Blew Open
In Tacing Wisconsin near Union Grove the home of wealthy farmer William Gosmier was wrecked by burglars blowing open a safe. They stole over 8600 in coins and valuables. gold and silver coins were bent and scattered.
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Tacing
Wis
William Gosmier
Yorkville
Union Grove
S. BUYS CAMP GRANT SITE
Chicago reports the government has acquired 4000 acres of Camp Grant land for about 800000 dollars. Previously leased, the war department decided to make Camp Grant a permanent cantonment and paid per acre from 150 to 350 dollars, the highest rate in purchases of the 14 army camps to be returned.
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Chicago
Grant
United States
War Department
Cramp
Transportes bring 7 318 troops to New York
Nearly 7,500 troops arrived in New York from overseas. The Aeolus from St Nazaire arrived shortly after sunrise with 1,354 soldiers, followed by the Santa Powléois0 from St Nazaire with 2,003, and the Santa Ross from Bordeaux with 1,961 men.
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New York
St. Naverte
Santa
T P Shonts Near Death
New York June 30 Theodore B P Shonts president of the Interborough Rapid Transit company has been at his home and suffered a relapse and is reported to be sinking rapidly
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New York
Theodore BP. Shonts
Interborough Rapid Transit Company
Wisconsin urged to boost cheese with big fair exhibits
J L Sammis secretary of the state cheese association calls for Wisconsin to mount the largest state fair cheese display in the United States. He notes the Milwaukee exhibit draws 250000 visitors and argues the ad value is immense for individual cheesemakers, counties, and the state. With 2700 factories, 900 to 1000 exhibits should be sent to major shows this year.
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Wisconsin
J. L. Sammis
State Association
United States
Mr. Sammis
Milwaukee
Sammis
The Joy of Living Through Healthy Bowel Habits
A brief promotional note extols life enjoyment through good health and regular bowels. It claims clogged bowels cause headaches and indigestion and recommends Chamberlain's Tablets to move them, improve digestion, and restore vitality.
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Oklahoma
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Tichell
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Atlantic
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Santa Rosa
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