Can President Veto Joint Resolution
In Washington a case is filed seeking a mandamus to compel Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby to publish the Joint resolution ending the war with Germany. The Chicago lawyer argues Congress cannot veto a joint resolution and asks Supreme Court advisory opinions on peace by vote and League of Nations. An advisory process may be sought via the American Bar Association.
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Supreme Court
Ion
Congress
Germany
League of Nations
Bar Association
Federal Employees Push Wage Reform Drive Nationwide
The National Federation of Federal Employees launches a campaign to re classify the civil service and set a minimum wage of eight dollars a day. Charles F Nagi leads the central west effort to organize 100000 members with 25 locals already in his area. The drive aims for a merit based pay scale and retirement benefits, drawing endorsement from both major parties to address wage inequalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orking
National Federation of Federal Employees
Congress
Executive Council
Charles F. Nagi
Federal
Chicago
Federation
Central West
National Federation
Mr. Nagi
Both Parties Endorse Good Roads Policy Across Parties
Both Republican and Democratic platforms favor federal aid for highway construction. The parties pledge continued federal and state cooperation to reduce transportation costs, aid farm marketing, improve rural mail delivery, and support military defense.
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Egardless
Democratic
San Francisco
Miners to Receive Gold Hero Medals for Bravery
The PHE Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association will award gold medals for lifesaving deeds in the United States over the last three years. Medals will be presented by Dr. Frederick G. Cottrell at the International first aid and mine rescue contest in Denver September 9 to 11. Recipients include John L. Boardman of Butte Montana Daniel Blonvitch of Biwabik Minnesota James Collings and James Dilimirk of Mullen Idaho and Michael Conroy Peter Sheridan and James D. Moore of Butte Montana. Living relatives will receive the medals and diplomas detailing the sacrifices.
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Phe Joseph A. Holmes
John L. Boardman
Butte, Mont
Anaconda Copper Company
West Colusa
Daniel Blonvitch
Biwabik
Minn
Balkan Mining Company
Belgrade
Blonvitch
James Collings
James Dilimirk
Mullen
Ida
t#unter Mining and Smelter company
Michael Conroy
Peter Sheridan
James D. Moore
North Butte Mining Company
Butte Mont
Burleson Walks Unumbrellaed Near White House
Lighthearted comments abroad over Postmaster General Burleson seen two blocks from the White House without an umbrella. The item notes a Washington fable about his umbrella and adds remarks from San Francisco observers.
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Ashington
Burleson
San Francisco
Washington
White House
Executive Mansion
Scars of War Improve Soil with French Patience and Industry
A special report by Hal B Fullerton details how French trenches and shellholes have deepened soil layers, exposing mineral-rich subsoil and organic matter, aiding long term fertility. He cites lush vegetation in shell holes, and notes chlorine gas may have minor fertilizer-like benefits, while praising rural French resilience and shifting toward cooperative farming with tractor loans and syndicates.
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New York
France
Belgium
American Committee For
Hal B. Fullerton
Long Island Railroad
Tter
Fullerton
America
England
Midsummer and Autumn Styles From Paris Couture Houses
Paris fashion notes reveal Madeleine et Madeleine leading autumn ideas with midsummer gowns featuring wide sashes, Egyptian influence, and white organdie bodices. Designs blend black taffeta with white organdie, include paired jackets, and suit chateau life with delicate lace and ribbon ornamentation.
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Prenel
Paris
Madeleine
Bae
Hey Hive
France
Fashion notes on summer dresses and lace gowns
The article describes self plated coats and seven eighth length coats with curved back openings worn over night dresses. It highlights black Chantilly lace dresses with transparent sleeves, black lace dinner gowns with aprons over taffeta, and a yellow chiffon frock paired with a simple bodice design.
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Ameren
Simmimnor
Ap Oarent
Madelene Et Madeleine
Parisienne
Chantily Jace
Brides Must Go to School in California
Sacramento answers a long debated question on under sixteen marriages. State superintendent Will C Woods says there is no law barring young brides from marrying but they must attend school full time unless a physician certifies attendance is unwise or no school is within reach.
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Sacramento
Cal
Will C. Woods
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Wood
Cian
Itles
Dean
Government spending in the United States for the year
The treasury reports ordinary expenditures for the fiscal year ending June 30 totaling 6.408 billion dollars. Public debt payments reach 17.088 billion, with a grand total of 23.442 billion. War, Navy, and Shipping Board lead spending. July and February show peaks in outlays.
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Washington
Treasury
War Department
Navy
Shipping Board
Paris to London Flights Rise in June Train of Travel
The Matin notes a surge in traffic with 872 Paris to London flights in June marking a notable increase in cross channel air travel between the two capitals.
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Paris
London
France
Hen set egg laying record at Washington station
A hen at the Western Washington Experiment Station in Puyallup set a record by laying one egg daily for 78 consecutive days and produced a double egg on the 79th day, according to farm reports from Tacoma.
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Tacoma
Wash
Western Washington Experiment Station
Puyallup
Public Utilities Board Denies Ticket Limitation Request
The New Jersey board denied a rail committee’s request to limit one way tickets to the day of issue for Erie Jersey Central and Pennsylvania lines. It held statutory rule to keep tickets valid until used, except excursion or reduced fare tickets, serving the public interest.
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Trenton
The
Public Utilities Commission
Erie, Jersey Central
Pennsylvania
United States
New Jersey
Junk Denter Loses Harness After Replevin Served
In Bucyrus Ohio Sam Page discovers his wagon harness missing from his wagon parked outside a butcher shop. Constable Adolph Rinker had served a replevin while Page was inside buying meat, leaving the horse standing between the shafts.
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Bucyrus
Sam Page
Adolph Rinker
Fashion Parade Reveals Navy Suits and Bright Accessories
A smartly dressed crowd showcases navy tricotine suits with subtle streamers, black satin frocks with draped backs, and a fashionable green grass hat trim. Red stockings and red leather shoes appear on a daring young miss, while feather hats in bold reds and ashy rose shades accent the season’s trends. A new overall color approach appears in pajamas and a bold contrasting coat with a double ribbon belt.
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Paris
Woman's Remedy for Woman's Ills Featured in Knoxville Letter
Mrs. Pram Hunt of Knoxville writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills cured her chronic backache and fatigue from female troubles after doctors failed. Hundreds of letters praise the remedy as a reliable old favorite, urging others to try it and end suffering.
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Knoxville
Tenn
Lydia
Pinkham
Pram Hunt
Jacksboro St
Tennessee
Lydia LE
Pinkam
Barber Shop Bet With Hospital Help
A customer overhears at a barber shop that Lil is in with appendicitis or a similar issue. The second barber corrects him, saying the man has a can tor and needs surgery, and offers to arrange hospital care and any needed services without charge.
Castoria Reminder Cites 80 Years Of Family Use
Parents urged to inspect every bottle of Castoria to ensure it bears the signature of the maker and the familiar relief for infants and children. The advertisement underscores Castoria as a trusted remedy named Fletcher's Castoria for over eight decades.
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Fletcher
Outside Nall Clothes Question Prompts Banter
A brief dialogue unfolds as a home purchase prompts a debate about wardrobe space. A woman asks how many clothes closets exist, the man lists six, and the maiden Arm mentions needing only one for her clothes. The exchange hints at a lighthearted domestic moment and a playful wager.
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Tha Nin
Henry
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Milo H. Gates
O. F. J. Wrigley
H. A. White
Summit
N. J
Government Bureau of Road Building
Arlington
Holliday
Flensbourg
Slesvig
Aisne
Lving
Blerancourt
Fullerton King
President Peters
Medford
S.t
Valenciennes
Emilady
Dresa
Chantilly
William T. Tilden
William Johnson
Wimbledon
U. S
New Jersey Public Utilities Commission
Publc
Mre
Hill
Lydia E. ‘Pinkham
Iowa
McVay
Burlington
Doan
Foster-Milburn CO
Buffalo, N
Holland
Strom
Svery Ben
Owl Chemical Works
Terra Oute
Indlang
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Michigan Street
Buffalo
Paterson
Bul Co
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