Bohemia Demands Democracy Amid Austrian Rule
Dispatches report Bohemian deputies press for a democratic state as 15 000 protest before Prague Governor's Palace. Prague unrest spreads to Prostejov Ostrava and Budweis while Reichsrat convenes under Emperor Charles. Bohemian journalists, political clubs, and socialist figures rally for independence and union of all Gaedho Slovak lands.
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Klofa
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Austria
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Berne
Ewazerland
Bohemian Revolt Could Aid Allies and Shock Russians
A Bohemian uprising, viewed as favorable to the Allies, would expose Russian pacifists to the real Central Powers situation. The Stockholm conference faces a dilemma over supporting Bohemia, Czech and Slovak national aspirations, and the fate of Austro German rulers. The revolt could expose false Bohemian representatives and force scrutiny of Austrian Socialists.
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Baker's Method Of Picking Generals Displeases Officers
Washington June 7 Dissatisfaction is plain in army circles at Secretary Baker choosing general officers from the next rank preserving seniority. Major General Bliss acting Chief of Staff and bureau chiefs face blame for this policy. It is said few colonels are qualified to lead fighting troops and a decision on France front is unsettled. American divisions may join the French front possibly Verdun region, with Britain not desiring shared front.
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Record auction sets new calf price at $53,200
Worcester report notes W Keian of Brockton paying $55,200 for five month old Holstein Friesian bull calf at the Avenuation convention sale. Seller Oliver Cabana of Find Center NY. The bull named Eine Ormsby Jane Ray Apple and the prior record was $35,000.
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Paris Bureau to Keep Yale In Touch With Men at Front
Yale University announces a special bureau in Marks to aid relatives and friends in contacting Yale men at the front during the war. The bureau will operate under the university secretary's office with Professor George H. Nettleton as director for the coming period.
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Parliament in crisis as conscription drives coalition talks
Ottawa June 7 A fractured Commons reels as Sir Robert Borden signals a planned Monday introduction of the conscription bill amid a thwarted coalition attempt with Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Dissolution looms within forty eight hours as Liberal leaders resist.
Debate Over Conscription Policy Sparks Coalition Rift
Sir Wilfrid announced he had not seen a path for government terms and, when asked if conscription was the sole option, the Premier replied the compulsory service should go to a referendum or general election for approval. The PM argued compulsory service was essential, while Sir Wilfrid maintained it would prevent joining a coalition.
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10000 In Stockholm Riot Ended With Injuries
Stockholm June 7 One man severely wounded and many slightly hurt as 10000 workers clash with police before the Riksdag. Rioters toppled streetcars and fought mounted police, Branting appealing for peace. US Minister Morris watched as authorities held the crowd.
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French War Mission Names Executives in U S
André Tardien high commissioner heads the permanent French war mission in the United States. He outlined plans to centralize supply orders for the Allies through a U S purchasing agent. About four hundred men and women will be employed by the French mission here as it coordinates with Italian, British, and Russian efforts.
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Germans Declare Unbending Will To Hold Alsace
Amsterdam reports the Alsace Lorraine Landtag opened at Strass dure with Dr. von Dailwits asserting the unbending will to end the war victoriously. Dr. Ricklin was reelected president. Alsatians favor union with the German Empire and reject reunion with France. A Berlin Vorwaerte piece argues for a federal Alsace Lorraine within the empire. The Alsace Lorraine Diet second chamber has sixty members elected for five seats each.
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