Canadians Take Conlotte in France With German Mercy
Canadian forces entered the village of Conlotte during the morning and pushed forward toward Ta Coulotte. German outposts retreated as Canadians occupied key positions in the Souhey valley, with patrols securing approaches and consolidating gains amid ongoing pressure along the eastern slopes. In Lens area, British forces enclose Lens as sieges tighten and fronts shift, while Red Cross drives raise funds across cities.
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Local Officials on Exemption Boards Named
An announcement lists 24 eastern states forming exemption boards to act on draft candidates under the new law. President Wilson’s guidance favored city and county officials, with governors to nominate board members, though New York and Philadelphia boards were not yet set.
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Battles and Front Shifts Reported on European War Fronts
Reports from Parks and Borin describe French operations north of Hartwhise and towards Lyrtes with French forces gaining ground, taking prisoners, and repelling German counterattacks. French advances near Hurtedlag and Ainno front indicate significant pressure on German lines. British fronts in Badgtun and northern France also see activity around Matamont as air and artillery support intensify.
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Government control extended amid food bill amendments
Washington reports that central extension of government control to iron and steel products, petroleum, farm implements, jute and hemp items, and binding twine was decided in the agriculture subcommittee. Provisions exempt farmers and gar deners from federal rationing and from the food administrator’s power to regulate personal consumption. action on prohibition was deferred.
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Italy Delayed Action On Cocchi Request
Washington March 26 United States urged Italy to delay action in Cocchi custody at Governor Whitman of New York request. State Department sought postponement until negotiations resolve extradition questions. Goal to decide where proceedings and extradition will proceed between United States and Italy.
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Three KMD in Ford Cuttiemen Quarrel Ends in Death
A long standing feud among cattle workers near Cookgon ended last night with the deaths of three stockmen. Miskagee, Oklo, June 24 reports name ill but uncertain. Back, Trank Lacy and Ed Neely killed in the fatal incident.
Extra Session 15 Called by State Council
Governor Harding meets with executive committee of the state council of defense in Des Moines. They withdraw their request for an extra session to fund county needs. No funds source explained. Executive members Lafayette Young, G W Prench, and W G Dows attend.
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Venizelos to Form New Greek Cabinet Amid War Talks
A dispatch from Paris reports former Greek Premier Venizelos, invited by King Alexander, will form a new cabinet with plans to mobilize national support without declaring war. Athens notes Venizelos aims to present a three month plan to rally Greece while seeking Allied backing. French troops occupied Athens again amid demonstrations led by pro-German factions.
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Produce men meet with food dictator in Washington
Representatives of dairy, meat and poultry interests from the east and west met with Herbert Hoover in a conference on food administration. They urged keeping prices above production costs to protect farmers, with pledges of support for the food control program and cooperation with Mr. Weaver. The Chicago Butter and Box Board and the National Dairy Council called the meeting.
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Allied Ships Use Safe Mine Sweeper Device
An Atlantic Port report notes a new minoe sweeping device attached to ships to detect and recover mines safely. A passenger yacht Mons arrived with such a device aboard, showing a netted projection extending on both sides to drag mine threats to a safe surface distance.
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Coal chiefs urged to curb profits for war effort
Washington June 26 four hundred coal operators joined in a demonstration of approval as Secretary Lane urged them to forgo profits and fix a low coal price for government and public needs. He warned the nation must have a policy from large men and that the war requires new coal industry adjustments. The federal trade commission and Secretary Daniels signaled government seizure of mines if prices stayed high.
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Dam Break Causes Millions in Utah Railroad Damage
Salt Lake City June 26 A Price River irrigation dam break near Gooseberry Creek washes out 26 miles northeast of Fairview and floods the Price River tributary area. The Denver and Rio Grande railroad faces weeks of shutdown after 4 miles of track and the GO-Tour wall are destroyed, leaving thousands unemployed until repairs allow track reopen. No fatalities reported.
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English Air Raid Toll Reported At 157 Dead
Official British notice updates toll from the London air raid of June 13 listing 91 men, 24 women and 42 children killed, with 220 men, 110 women and 100 children injured as the full casualties disclosed to date.
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Local Artillery Unit Expected to Move Within 24 Hours
Motive details describe last minute mobilization of a local artillery battery. Troops assembled at the armory, equipment loaded for transport to a temporary border destination. Public farewell plans were canceled in favor of time with relatives, with limited entertainment and a Whist drive discussed by Red Cross workers as a morale gesture.
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Weather Notice for Iowa and Illinois Regions
Iowa forecast shows fair tonight cooler except in extreme southwest with generally cloudy Wednesday. Illinois outlook calls for late tonight and Wednesday cooler in portions, with progress toward cooler conditions and unsettled clouds across areas.
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