Telegraphers Strike Fails to Disrupt Wire Traffic
News reports show a nationwide walkout by telegraphers failed to halt services. Estimates of those striking ranged from 15,000 to 25,000, with New York City seeing about 1,000. Western Union and Postal workers reported low participation, while six New York electrical locals debated joining. Officials claimed the strike collapsed due to employee intelligence and lack of unified action.
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Burglar Alarm Angers New York as Vanderbilt Home Is Searched
An early morning burglary alarm at 666 Fifth Avenue drew hundreds to the Vanderbilt residence while Detectives Jones and Cousins inspected the premises without finding signs of a break in. Police under Captain Henry raided nearby resorts, arresting about thirty men as a security measure.
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German Consul Brought Bombs for Reds Into Switzerland
Zurich reports at a trial of pro German agents and anarchists reveal that the German Consul at Basle regularly imported explosives into Switzerland and exported prohibited goods into Germany. Defense lawyer Enderly charges Swiss magistrate Hausser with leniency that allowed two arch plotters, Schreck and Heinrich, to flee. Schreck was private secretary to former German Chancellor von Bilow and allegedly used diplomatic mail to contact Berlin.
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Germany
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M. Hausser
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Heinrich
Prince von Bilow
Berlin
House Plans Major Army Navy Reductions Budget Move
A committee votes to fix a navy appropriation at 600 million dollars while plans call for large army and navy cuts. Daniels sought 900 million for ships and pay increases are urged in the proposal.
Cross Continent Air Trip Nears New York Flight Deadline
Information from Captain Roy N Francis to the Manufacturers Aircraft Association says the U S Martin bomber will reach New York City no later than Wednesday of next week Bomber trials show 75 gallons capacity for 1500 to 1600 mile range and a non stop flight from Mineola to North Platte appears possible The flight from Cleveland to Dayton with key pilots is planned for tomorrow also in the report Washington fights over army size and navy budget as House debates 300 000 man army and Desktop
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Europe
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France
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375000 Troops to be Sent Home This Month
Paris June 11 Associated Press General Pershing announced plans to transport 375000 American troops homeward during June. The figure breaks all prior overseas move records and surpasses Britain’s single month transfer across the Channel.
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Associated Press
Pershing
Great Britain
Channel
Treaty text showed to Lodge amid war dispatches
Reports describe Root showing treaty text to Lodge while Davison learned it from Lamont in Paris and a reply to Germans is due tomorrow. Rail and naval updates note Graf Waldersee rammed off Sandy Hook, Leviathan and Patricia nearby, Redondo carrying army crew, with naval messages seeking rescue and clarification amid postwar talks in Paris.
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Joseph C. Haw
James Longstreet
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Thomas H. Steele
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Charles K. Gilihart
Field Artillery
John H. Lewis
Hugh A. Palmer
Hamburg
Germany
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New York
Red Hook
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Elbe
Washington
Navy Department
Third Naval District
Persia to Claim Indemnity at Paris Peace Conference
The Persian Legation in Berne reports Persia will seek indemnity at the Paris Peace Conference for war losses. It states 30,000 Persians died in battles and Turkish invasions, with state property damage at 33 million francs and private property losses at 1 million francs.
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Associated Press
Berne
Persia
Parlys
Fire Destroys Yildiz Kiosk and Sultan's Palace in Constantinople
The palace of the Yildiz Kiosk, residence of the Sultan Abdul Hamid II, was destroyed by fire. The site had long symbolized Ottoman power in Europe and linked to the Great Harem, chitli Kiosk, and secret passages. The blaze ends an era tied to Hamidian rule and diplomatic intrigue along the Pera enclave.
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Constantinople
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Calox Tooth Powder and Pall Mall Cigarettes Ad Card
An old newspaper trade card promotes Calox Tooth Powder and Pall Mall cigarettes. It highlights cleansing and preservation claims for teeth and features branding for a club setting with plain end cigarettes.
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Pall Mall
Steamship Argentina Rescues Yankee After Night Collision
The Italian steamer Argentina collided with the U S Shipping Board steamer Yankee near Fire Island Light. The Yankee developed a heavy leak and was abandoned by Captain and crew who were taken aboard the Argentina, which remains on scene.
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United States Shipping Board
Fire Island Light
Schleswig-Holstein moves toward independent republic
Copenhagen reports a movement in Schleswig-Holstein seeking an independent republic separate from Russia and refusing to cede any territory to Denmark. The note appears in Berlin papers alongside Havana cigars advertisements.
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Allied reply on German counter proposals nears delivery in Paris
Reports from Paris say the allied governments near finalizing their reply to German counter proposals. Key changes clarify reparations terms and address the constitution of the Financial Commission. The Silesian question is near settlement and the mandate for former German colonies is rejected. An occupying army plan details are promised.
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Associated Press
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Wilson to Aid Ireland Unofficially Before Peace Conference
Paris June 11 AP President Wilson told Irish-American representatives he would unofficially press Ireland’s case with the Peace Conference. Fran Walsh and Edward Dunne said the American delegation would not raise the matter officially unless the Senate resolution is acted on. They added that if a hearing is granted for De Valera and associates and Ireland gains recognition, their effort ends. otherwise they will push the issue before the entire Peace Conference.
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Col House Said to Visit Ireland as Wilson Envoy
Dublin reports Colonel House, President Wilson's representative, may travel to Ireland on an inquiry mission. The Daily Chronicle's diplomatic writer notes the visit would not surprise and could aid understanding of the Irish problem.
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Delays in German Peace Treaty Attributed to Lloyd George
Paris June 9. The Big Four treaty talks show no improvement and Clemenceau and Lloyd George clash, delaying a second presentation to Germany. American delegates deny President Wilson holds the blame, saying Lloyd George’s vacillation drives the delay while Washington speeds negotiations. Continued on Page Three.
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Senate faces Knox proposal amid filibuster threats
Washington June 11 Republicans led by Senator Lodge aim to force a Knox resolution vote before Paris treaty signing. It opposes any pledge to the League of Nations covenant, while Democrats denounce the tactic as a move to undermine the covenant and the President. Senate debate and Foreign Relations plans sharpen partisan tension ahead of executive action on the treaty. When you think of Writing Think of WHITING.
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Senate probes treaty leak as bankers deny impropriety
The June 11 Senate Foreign Relations hearing traced a copy of the Germany peace treaty to Eliga Root and Davison amid accusations of stolen goods. Morgan and Vanderlip defended conduct, saying Europe’s chaos requires U.S. aid and outlining a plan to stabilize markets.
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