Taft Addresses Historic Peace Conference At Philadelphia
Washington May 26 Former President Taft leads a distinguished audience at the first national convention of the League to Enforce Peace at Independence Hall. The gathering includes scholars, financiers, and pacifists as they back a court of civilized justice to settle disputes between nations and deter war. Taft will deliver the keynote as Harvard professor and Enron Press Association report the event.
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Taft outlines world court idea backed by European leaders
President Taft presents a plan for an international world court with U S leadership in enforcing its decrees as a path to peace. Sir Edward Grey Briand and Jagow weigh in, praising the concept though wary it may be theoretical. The article notes U S participation in a league to enforce peace and the Panama treaty precedent. Berlin censorship debate rages as deputies attack limits on U S criticism amid submarine controversy. Foreign Minister Von Jagow accepts responsibility for suppressing agitation while avoiding hindering talks with the United States.
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Women Excluded From Waite Trial in New York
In New York on May 26, women were kept out of the courtroom as Dr. Arthur Warren Waite resumed testimony in the murder trial of his father-in-law, John Peck. Waite denied planning to hurt his wife, rejected feigning insanity, and confessed he was a petty thief. His defense alienist Dr. Mane M. Gregory testified for the defense while Miss Catherine Peck testified about entrusted business.
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Bandit Leader Cervantes Killed Near Cruces
A wireless from field headquarters near Namiquipa reports Candelaria Cervantes, a Villa bandit leader, killed by American troops south of Cruces. Jose Bencorne also killed. Corporal Davis Markebury killed. Privates Nicholson and Hellett wounded. Cavalry reinforced and pursued remnants. Cervantes valued second only to Villa. President Wilson weighs peace stance as League to Enforce Peace address looms.
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French Steamship Firms Profit Lag Amid High Freight Rates
Paris reports that despite soaring ocean freight costs France sees limited profits for its shipowners. Dividends in French lines run six to fifteen percent, while British and Scandinavian firms pay from eight to one hundred percent. The Superior Merchant Marine Council notes administrative reforms and better port regimes, recruitment, and inland transport are needed to improve freight outlet from French ships.
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African Prince Visit to Monroe
Rev U Kaba Rega, who calls himself an African prince and claims Nyanga ruler lineage in British East Africa, drew attention in Monroe during a notable visit. He recounts youthful memories and presents his heritage amid local interest in his tale.
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Prince Kaba Rega To Preach In City Churches
Prince Kaba Rega, reared in Germany by a painter, travels Europe and speaks nine languages. He preaches Sunday at 11 a.m. at Zion Traveler's Baptist church and returns to St James M E church on Conzo and Adams for an evening sermon. His lectures, given in many white churches, are endorsed by leading ministers nationwide.
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Bach Musical Festival Opens in Bethlehem With Noted Guests
South Bethlehem Pa May 26 Sir Cecil Spring-Rice the British ambassador and guests from Washington Lyman Abbott and a New York party attend the Bach Musical Festival at Lehigh University. The Christmas Oratorio parts 1 2 and 3 are sung today with parts 4 5 tonight. It is the first Bethlehem Bach Choir performance since 1904 under Dr J Fred Wele.
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Monroe Chamber To Hear Truthful Advertising Talk
New York man C. E. L. Vigne will address Monroe merchants at City Hall at 8 p.m. on truthful advertising false pretenses in merchandising and the Stephens Ashuret price maintenance bill. The meeting, under Chamber of Commerce auspices, aims to protect legitimate trade from mail order firms.
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Georgia Lawyers Prepare for Ennis Case Trial
Atlanta May 26 The Atlanta defense and prosecution lines up for the Victor E Innes and Ida May Ennis trial nine indictments accuse larceny after trust relating to money taken from Mrs Blois Dennis and linked to alleged Mexican oil ventures Innes once faced murder charges connected to two San Antonio disappearances Georgia extradited the pair from Oregon after a year in jail amid a declared love affair and marriage scheme between Ennis and Mrs Dennis
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Louisiana House Organizes Democrats and Probes Hall Award
In Baton Rouge 121 of 159 lawmakers form a Democratic caucus to push election law reforms and probe Governor Hall’s award to syndicate banks. The session includes appointments for rule and draft committees, with Norris introducing fertilizer regulation and discussions on funding for male illiteracy education. The Johnson Bill gains support among dry districts, signaling potential passage.
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Legislative actions sweep through state graft and tax bills
The Supreme Court blocked the syndicate Dank deposit award, sparking a probe into Hall liquidation board decisions on State deposits to lowest bidders at a $40,000 loss. Rep Powell seeks anti-sugar trust revival with Donelson Caffery draft amending the 1915 act to cover all refiners. The Orleans refunding bill of $9,000,000 passed the House 106 to 8, despite Parker urging a nay. Governor Pleasant signs the Byrne contingent expense bill. Notices of Bills list various measures on salaries, capitol heating, hunting licenses, fertilizer, peddler taxes, usury, chiropody, and more.
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Riots in Frankfurt as 18 women wounded in police clash
Amsterdam dispatch reports eighteen women wounded when police fought food rioters in Frankfurt on the Main. Three hundred fifty women marched the streets after being told there was no meat, carrying famine flags and singing socialist songs while authorities struggled to contain the unrest. In Amite City Louisiana Amos L. Ponder, candidate for Congress, challenged former Governor Sanders and Charles Holcombe to joint debates starting July 4 at Donaldsonville.
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German Austrian Attack Repulsed
Paris reports Verdun fighting continues with few changes. French regain ground between Haudremont wood and Thiaumont farm east of the Meuse. French stop German attack on Deadman's Hill west of the Meuse. German bombardment between Deadman's Hill and Trocourt wood seen as preparation for an assault on the French left. Italians reportedly check Austrian advance. Rome warns Austrian advance may reverse conditions favoring the Allies. Athens notes Entente activity at Saloniki signaling a Balkan move.
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Diplomas For Twenty At City High School Commencement
The City High School senior class graduation filled the Presbyterian Auditorium with friends and relatives as Dr Newman delivered the annual address. Class representatives spoke on preparedness as defense, noting Europe’s turmoil and America’s need to be ready without seeking war. Continued on page two.
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