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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1918
Page
20
In Kayser a mass observance had workers salute the flag at a luncheon hour. The piece notes a large turnout and implies broader civic or organizational ritual, with references to local workers and company activity surrounding the event.
Washington June 17 The Department of Justice begins a probe into a speech by Eugene Debs the former Socialist candidate for president. The inquiry concerns alleged violations of the sedition law and the nature of the remarks tied to proposed acts in the United States. The investigation centers on Debs and associates and includes statements made at the convention in Cleveland. Inquiries focus on comments about the committeewhen and who attended the event and possible violations of wartime statutes.
Fragmentary report describes an errand boy named Emanuel Magolirany or similar, said to work near Fourth Avenue. Text indicates a fatal elevator shaft accident with unclear details and garbled wording about the location and circumstances.
Proceedings in the OLeary case continue with Alexis OLeary testifying about family tensions and alleged conspiracies. Arthur Lyons and John OLeary are probed regarding their roles and Jeremiah OLeary's operations, while witnesses discuss visits to the OLeary home and preparations for the trial.
Regional Director AL J. Smith announces the appointment of general managers for multiple railroads in the Eastern region. The list includes leaders for Buffalo & Susquehanna, New York Ontario & Vanturn, Ulster & Delaware, Detroit & Macknng, and others, all under unified control with duties across departments.
Secretary Daniels defended the Horner Naval Committee chaired by Representative Padgett of Tennessee after Allan Hawley of Aero Club of America quoted a Winnie statement about German submarine threats. Daniels said Padgett cooperates with the committee and that the House committee and the Secretary have never failed to meet Naval information recommendations.
Amsterdam dispatch quoted a semiofficial German source claiming American prisoners in German camps were well treated and not abused. It asserted guards did not threaten or harm inmates and described conditions as adequate, though asserted in wartime framing that Allied reports about mistreatment were inaccurate.
In Trenton on June 17 the court ruled that state utility authorities have the power to abrogate contracts between boroughs and trolley companies. The Court of Errors reversed the Supreme Court, holding the Bradley Beach agreement and related contracts not binding. The decision affects fare increases and the rate making power of the Public Service Electric Company and the utility board.
Fire officials report a blaze at Parra Gear damages unknown with firefighters from MYSESHE assisting. No injuries documented. Investigation ongoing to determine cause and extent of damage. Community volunteers aided during response.
Venezuela's president and his administration faced charges of pro German sympathy. Dr Wequella Vives, former secretary to President Gomez, his wife and daughter, and two men were detained at Ellis Island amid a pro Allies inquiry. A special board will review the case as officials search the baggage and resume the inquiry.
Miss Mary E. MacDowell a Quaker Latin teacher at Rensselaer Wall High School in New York City was dismissed by a Board of Education committee. The charges centered on her refusal to support war efforts and teach patriotism urging resistance to invasion. The unanimous decision 14 members said such views undermine patriotism and violate constitutional rights may prompt appeals to higher authorities.
Washington reported the Treasury stated the inferred rate on the fourth Liberty Loan would not rise above 4 1/4 percent, matching the third loan. Officials added market rumors of a 4 1/4 percent increase are unfounded and most certificates issued in anticipation of the third loan carried 4 1/4 percent.
Yonkers Mayor William J Wallin named Mrs Hertha Lane Seuth wife of William Forse Scott a New York attorney and noted anti wife beating work as Yonkers first policewoman Her role includes guarding Yonkers children without a uniform and a badge. A double funeral is planned for Chatian Wu and Lucy Perham at Flush ing Cemetery today.
Police, volunteers from the Woman's Suffrage party assisted in registering enemy alien women at East Eighty eighth Street station. Women filled affidavits, provided fingerprints, and faced questioning as authorities expanded the registration drive to include wives and mothers born abroad. The operation moved swiftly, processing up to twenty per hour, with most completing the process by afternoon.
The German Democracy group in Union Square hosts a meeting led by Prinz Sigel and Thomas D. McCarthy outlining eligibility for July Fourth parade participants. McCarthy urges sincere patriotism while Sigel defends inclusivity for those with prewar sentiment, as clergy members are urged to join the mobilization efforts.
Charles Emil Strangeland was held in $10,000 bail by Commissioner Samual Witeheadk after an indictment alleging a conspiracy with Gustav Lindgren to trade with the enemy. The case centers on a wartime order to convey a signal message to Karin Mich and others in Bleangolind, with a chain of named individuals involved.
Article describes a German teacher issue in Trenton with J Miller Dorey and Dr William A Wetzel references. A hearing was sought but council delayed. Local officials debated responsibility and process, prompting community reaction and a planned public hearing.
A rector describes how a truck ambulance rescued wounded U S soldiers during German advances near Paris. He recounts diverting his vehicle to aid medical cases, unloading five wounded and all nearby children before continuing to Paris after forty eight hours of toil.
A man stunned by astonishment grabbed a stack of German newspapers from a newsstand at Nassau and Join Streets yesterday and attempted to sell them to a broker before paying the dealer and leaving without speaking.
A large crowd gathered at Tepion Inhabited hall on Jelarson Street to hear T Coleman du Pont and Marcus M Marks commend American loyalty amid anti German sentiment. Speakers urged teachers to teach democracy at home and abroad, condemning hyphenated Americanism and urging support for wartime unity and international law.
A jury in the Brooklyn Supreme Court awarded 17 500 to a girl injured when a car from the Coney Island and Brooklyn Railroad Company struck her crowding into a crowd. Complications led to several operations and long recovery. In a separate Brooklyn Supreme Court matter, a jury awarded Air Inc to Henry E Hunker, whose son Harr e, twenty seven, was killed in a violent on a steamboat voyage.
A man was arrested Friday in connection with a wartime uniform slur and a related assault claim. Magistrate SteQnade sentenced him to three months in jail plus an additional period pending further review. Authorities noted ongoing investigations into the Canadan forea case and possible military postings.
Fragmented OCR reports Rutherford and witnesses in a federal case about religious belief and conscription. Judge Mara OTe hears arguments on whether faith can excuse force, with references to Watchtower, Amburgh, and the Tequesta list. The piece notes the defense asserting religious liberty and the prosecution arguing ignorance of the law undermines defence.
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