Denounce Congress for Defense Delay
Representatives of twenty national defense groups met at the Lawyers Club in New York to demand universal military training and immediate upbuilding of the navy. They urged mobilization plans, criticized Congress and the National Guard, and called for nonpartisan action to pass ample defense legislation and a reinforced navy with ships and auxiliaries built at once.
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Mexico
England
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Notable Attendees At National Conference On Republic's Future
Leaders and prominent figures gathered to discuss the country’s proclaimed future beyond party lines. Attendees included Daniel Willard of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad James Speyer George Gordon Battle Oscar Straus Charles Curtis C R Corning S W Stratton head of the Bureau of Standards Peter Cooper Hewitt and others among a roster of executives educators and inventors.
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Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
James Speyer
George Gordon Battle
Oscar 8. Straus
Charles G. Curtis
C. R. Corning
S. W. Stratton
United States Bureau of Standards
Peter Cooper Hewitt
Franklin Brown
Williams Church
Ralph D. Mershon
Chase Mellen
Karl H. Behr
G Creighton Webb
A. J. George
Linden W. Bates
Three Steamers Sunk In Mediterranean Waters
MARSEILLES June 27 The French steamer Fournel and the English Cardiff have been sunk by a submarine in the Mediterranean. Ville de Madrid with fifty two passengers was pursued and cannonaded but escaped. MADRID June 27 The Japanese steamer Daigetsu Maru was sunk by a submarine off Barcelona. forty one crew were rescued. The Fourney was a vessel of 2 CAT tons, built in Glasgow in 1580. There are two British steamers named Cardiff, one of 2 808 tons and the other a trawler, the larger last reported bound for Sydney.
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Fournel
Cardiff
Mediterranean
Ville de Madrid
Madrid
Barcelona
Fourney
Glasgow
Sydney, Co. B
U-35 Sinks Enemies’ Ships In War Dispatch
Paris reports Rear Admiral Degouy, retired, claims the German submarine U-35 has sunk several French, British, and Japanese steamships after delivering a letter from Emperor William to King Alfonso. He calls for inquiry into Spanish authorities welcoming the sub at Cartagena and aiding its raids on shipping.
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Paris
Degouy
Emperor William
Alfonso
Cartagena
Straffes Northcliffe
A cable report from Amsterdam details a Cologne Gazette piece attacking Lord Northcliffe as the real ruler of England and a central figure in a broader Anglo Saxon world scheme. It frames him as the chief offender in war propaganda and accuses him of corrupting global business in service of Britain and America.
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NEW York Times
Amsterdam
Imapatch
London Daily Mail
Lord Northcliffe
England
Cologne Gazette
America
Christ
Asquith
Lloyd George
Shackleton Seeks Rescue Ship From Argentina
Lieutenant Sir Ernest Shackleton, stranded on Elephant Island, asked for the Argentine steamer Uruguay to rescue his party but officials say the ship is not serviceable. Heavy ice blocks rescue, and no other suitable vessel is available, dampening hopes of this season’s salvage.
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Mann
Ernest Shackleton
Elichirbehety
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Casement treason trial jurists clash over indictment
London June 27 The prosecution in the Sir Roger Case ment high treason trial rests its case after witnesses testify. Sir Roger and aides are shown alleged treasonable acts while defense counsel argues indictment faults. Witnesses recount landing from a submarine near Tralee and seizure of revolvers and a flag.
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Ulster
Ulster Volunteers
Duke of Devonshire named Canada's next Governor General
The Duke of Devonshire will succeed the Duke of Connaught as Governor General of Canada. Ottawa officials welcomed the decision, noting Devonshire’s high standing with King George and his public service record. The Duchess is linked to Queen Mary’s circle and Devonshire House houses vast estates and galleries.
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Swiss industry shifts to American machinery amid rising German costs
Swiss manufacturers unify to buy from U S machinery and tool firms instead of Germany due to higher German prices and new French franc payment demands at a weak mark. Negotiations have begun with American Consuls in Switzerland.
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Paris
United States
Cloudburst disrupts camp as rookies suffer in New York rain
Special to The New York Times reports a sudden cloudburst at the Third Plattsburg Training Regiment camp near Corbeau Creek flooding tents and soaking gear as auto truck communication with Plattsburg failed. The storm halted river crossings and caused train washouts disrupting D and H service north of Port Henry. Cavalry scouts encountered the enemy near West Chazy and seized several to secure the line.
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Baer
British Official Denies Garbling Of News Dispatches
London reports say the Daily Mail claims the censor allowed a telegram to misstate German fleet defeats. Samuel, Home Secretary, states the NY American piece was written in New York with a single word altered in London. The Times notes Irish disturbance messages also bore false or altered content from London correspondents.
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New York American
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the Times
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Ainsworth
New York Journal
International
Battle Tactics and Casualties Reported in Local Engagement
Regimental action opened with artillery from Captain Masteller's battery as Second and Third Battalions pressed a cross fire assault that dislodged the enemy. Terrain hindered movement with stones causing slips and ankle injuries. several horses fell. The regimental infirmary, led by Major Davidson, treated multiple cases of sore feet. No serious illness or injuries reported so far.
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Eral
Masteller
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Miss Cleveland Sails to Aid Blinded Soldiers in London
Miss Cleveland, daughter of the late President Cleveland, arrives in London to work as a voluntary helper at St. Dunstan's Home for Blinded Soldiers. In just ten days she has become a favorite and a personal friend of the sightless veterans.
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St. Dunstan's
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