Slaying Cruger Case Reveals Hidden Trapdoor Plan
Excavation at 127th and Manhattan Street shop uncovers a trapdoor used to dispose of Ruth Cruger’s body on Feb 13. Authorities link sawed floor panels and whitewashed ceiling to Cocchi while detectives pursue missing jewelry and possible accomplices.
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Japan Seeks Clarity After Note to China
Washington reports the note to China prompted Japan to seek clarification as officials consider the incident closed. Diplomats and observers note tension remains over the exchange and possible implications for regional stability.
Woman Leaps From Window In Crager Case Incident
Report describes a woman in a Crager Cruger case frenzy who leaped from a window after being seized by men. Police say Mrs. Larue of 217 West Eightieth Street visited the Fourth Branch Detective Bureau with information about the Cruger case, while neighbors note Miss Larue’s disputed mental state.
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Lansing Asks Japan to Join Consultations
The American note to Peking was sent June 4 and a request to Japan to join consultations was reported from Lansing on June 6.
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Kerensky Addresses Congress Amid War Debate
In Petrograd June session of the Pan Russian Congress of Workmen and Soldiers Delegates M Teeretelli urged swift action to end the war and align with Allied policy. Lenin assailed Kerensky and the cabinet while Kerensky defended Marxism and his war stance. Finnish authorities sanction cereal seizures as fronts remain volatile. Several detainees were released after hearings on unclear charges.
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Why America Sent Root Mission Tells Purpose
Washington June 14 Secretary Lansing released the text of the Root mission and Russia and detailed the aims of the exchange of views with Washington. The purpose was to arrange effective cooperation to ease tensions and to manifest to the Russian people the deep sympathy of the United States.
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Bonar Law Signals Reprisals Against German Raids
London June 18 Bonar Law says government will take steps to damage the enemy and deter raids while coordinating with France and front authorities. He notes RAF actions against German objectives in France and longer range raids becoming feasible with stronger air forces. Berlin reports Z-45 and Z-48 losses with all hands in the Southern England raid.
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Wilson Promises U S Help in Freeing Belgium
Baron Moncheur delivered King Albert’s letter of gratitude to President Wilson. Wilson replied that Americans welcome the chance to aid Belgium and restore its position after the war. Moncheur credited U S generosity and chivalry for supporting the stricken Belgian people and their civilian population.
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German Casualties in May Reported in 110,956 Total
The May casualty tally shows 110,956 German losses including killed, died of wounds, or sickness and missing. The broader counts reach 857,410 with prisoners at 4,306, reflecting ongoing war tolls.
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Evaded Munitions Taxes Up to Ten Million, Audit Says
Washington report shows Internal Revenue Agents found more than 10 million dollars in evaded profits taxes by munitions makers, potentially rising to 12 to 13 million. Many firms filed partial or falsified returns, deducting full plant costs and arguing wartime worthlessness. Investigations continue as revisions and potential penalties loom.
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New Army Camps Delayed As Cantonments Face Hurdles
Washington June 18 Officials say simultaneous construction of sixteen army cantonments each housing 40 000 troops may not be ready by September mobilization date. Some sites will accept smaller units in advance while others await completion amid site objections and coordination challenges with local authorities.
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President Takes Control to End Shipping Row
President Wilson assumes direct charge of the shipbuilding dispute amid a lull in steel price talks. He plans to settle terms with the Shipping Board and Goethals as wooden ship advocates press a broader program to meet submarine threats. Downey Construction ten ships priced at $56 a ton, with final steel costs to be set by Wilson and Goethals.
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Wilson’s speech perplexes German press and annexationists
The German press voices skepticism as President Wilson seeks peace and sides with the Entente, arguing about maps and spoils of war. Across papers like Norddeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung and Vossische Zeitung, editors criticize perceived American bias and warn of Russia’s fate amid peacemaker rhetoric.
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Food bill clash opens in Congress amid fears of broad powers
Congress begins debate on Wilson's food administration bill in both houses. Hoover prepared to address senators to ease opposition as critics warn of autocratic control and risk of price manipulation. July 1 passage urged to shield the nation from wartime price spikes and ensure rapid enactment.
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Fall in Mark Exchange Apprehension in Germany
The rapid fall of the German mark on Swiss and Dutch exchanges raises grave concern in Germany, linked to the purchase of foodstuffs. The Frankfurter Zeitung analyzes possible causes including American sales of German holdings and notes no confirmed American financial offensive yet.
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