Russia Mission Affirms New Russia Fight to Victory
Ambassador Hakhmetian declared before Congress that the Russian people oppose a separate peace with Germany and will stand with democratic nations for a league of honor. The reception was the most demonstrative yet given any foreign envoy, with cheers from floor to galleries. He stressed that a victorious autocracy would endanger the hoped unity.
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Drought Worsens Crop Prospects Across Germany
A June report from Copenhagen notes long heat and drought across most of Germany, with Denmark breaking its drought only after heavy rain. Western Germany escapes somewhat, but overall fruit and vegetable yields face severe declines due to prolonged dry weather and late cold spring, with forest fires increasing in risky areas.
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Berlin
Situation in Russia Reports Boosted Army Mobilization
Reported that 8,000,000 Cosancka ready to fight in support of the revolution as disorder eases in Sevastopol and surrounding areas. Pan-Russian congress signals defeat for extremists, while volunteers are urged to strengthen the provisional government and democracy.
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Robert Grimm
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Sida
Germany
Wooden ships program hailed as victory for build plan
President Wilson declared a plan to delegate purhases to Major General Goothala of the emergency fleet corporation. It authorizes commandeering shipbuilding and upending construction with a $600,000,000 appropriation. Chairman Denman retains operating powers while Goothala’s contracts draw scrutiny from steel price investigations.
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Hundreds Die In Austrian Plant Blast
Amsterthen June 23 More than 4 000 persons were killed or injured or are missing in consequence of an explosion in a munitions trench at Bloowag. Casualties were reported by the Austrian Parliament’s defense minister via Aspateh from Vieni. Wounded totaled 170s wonder 025 with 200 receiving only slight injuries. Explosion likely caused by carelessness at a trench mortar workshop.
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French Rest o on! Fronts See Heavy German Attacks
Daily front reports say German offensives around Laon and Paris presses continue with heavy bombardments and limited French gains. Despite fierce German efforts, French lines hold with heavy casualties reported on both sides. Offensive aims focus on renewing the Laon sector drive as the war intensifies.
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Confirmation Sinking of German Diver
Washington dispatches report the navy department confirmed the sinking or severe damaging of a German submarine by a gun crew aboard an armed American merchantman. The commander, Boatswain’s Mate O J Gullickson, says the submarine was likely sunk or badly damaged and nothing further was learned.
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Affinity Now Asks That She May Die
Waukesha Wisconsin July 23 Under sedatives prescribed by her overwrought nerves Grace Lusk the slayer of Mrs David Roberts slept last night and began to recover for a time yesterday doctors faced a major obstacle her apparent wish to die She murmured I want to die There can be no mental or spiritual relief so why the physical Mrs Roberts funeral will be held this afternoon.
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Red Cross Fund Nears Goal Across Nation
National drive shows more than seventy seven million dollars raised toward the hundred million goal. Rural districts contribute well as cities plan to extend the effort with Monday as a focus. Rockefeller Foundation aid and a nationwide appeal press for pivotal support to aid soldiers and victims, while urban centers report steady progress and ongoing contributions.
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DRAWING FOR NATIONAL ARMY DRAFT AWAITS WHITE HOUSE SIGNATURE
Washington June 26 The draft for the national army progresses toward completion with regulations for selecting by numbers rather than names. The federal government will likely conduct the drawing in Washington to avoid local influence. Numbers will be telegraphed to districts as drawn, and exemption questions will be decided by local boards with affected men taking the place of those exempted.
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Urgent War Donation Appeal Seeks Countywide Support
A wartime plea urges Muscatine County residents to donate large sums by Monday evening to aid soldiers and the nation. The article notes progress, with the county already contributing over half the target, while calling on individuals to increase giving to avoid being labeled slackers. It emphasizes sacrifice and patriotism, warning against withholding funds.
War prisoners plot charge claimed by German papers
Copenhagen reports allege prisoners of war including French, Ansslan, and Sorbian conspired to sabotage German war work. Claims detail shipment of materials to arson devices and disinformation about disease‑laden cigarettes. Officials wary on truth versus fear. Auto Race deferred in Milwaukee with Bar Hoy Oldfield and Ralph De Palma as entrants.
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Arxon
American Ship Hill Submarine Encounter Near Genos
An Atlantic port reports an American freighter out of Genoa, Italy, clashed with a German submarine on June 14. Navy gunners fired as the U-boat launched torpedoes. one hit the periscope, the depth shots missed by about 20 feet, and the American vessel sustained no damage.
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Italian fugitive Cocchi confesses to Cruger murder
New York police report that the 23 year old Italian immigrant Cocchi admitted killing Ruth Cruger after seeking love and being rejected. He described the motive as jealousy and confessed to dismembering and burying the body in a cellar as police continued examining the repair shop where the remains were found.
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Alfredo Cocchi
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Herody
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Council Inspects Mulberry Avenue Paving Objections
City council members inspected Mulberry avenue paving yesterday afternoon. Six objections were entered at the council meeting. No action was taken on the objections during the visit.
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Weather Outlook for Chicago and Iowa State Fair Postponement
Generally fair tonight and Sunday with cooler readings in the east portion. Warmer on Sunday in the east and central areas. In Iowa, seven planned events at the State Fair Park were postponed to tomorrow due to rain, causing schedule changes for attendees and vendors.
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