Pershing Honored by Congress as Nation Pays Tribute
The nation in Congress saluted General John J Pershing for his services in France. President pro tempore Cummins and Speaker Gillett led the tributes as Pershing received standing ovations from lawmakers, diplomats, and military leaders. He urged unity and nationalism, praising American efforts and the army’s achievements in the war.
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New Vor
Tehyene Hashington
Washington
Amerian Peopie
John Sershing
France
House Ofpresentatives
Neth Tousux
Congress
Diplomatic Corps
Albert B. Cumbine
Frederick I
House of Representatives
Champ Cark
Wershing
Gmddera
Republis
Neast
Tin Gener
Tkn Aine
Keiertment
Porstmnus
Cummins
Senate
Marsin
Wiicer
Gillatt
Navy
Wongon
Army
Gerad Murch
Chet
Wasamy
Army’ Corps
Mahders
Pershing
Miho
Senia
Gilbet
Ravel
Bray
Vie
Aring
America
Gillett
Ten Killed Four Hurt in Auto Mishaps in New Jersey and New York
A string of fatal and injurious crashes leaves ten dead and four injured overnight. A passenger train struck a crossing rider near Riverside New Jersey, killing five and seriously injuring a four year old girl. Four others died in Bronx auto crashes. Witnesses recount a crossing guard frantic at an approaching train. Victims include Mrs Laura Davis forty nine of Riverton NJ and Laura Webb twenty one of Davie PA. Authorities identify bodies and report multiple hospital transports.
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Riverside
N. J
New York
Tyior
Aitanes
Camden
Trenton
Laura Davis
Riverton
Nova
Laura Webb
Davie
Oll
Gertravle
Nederat Street
Damien
Thomas J. Neary
Philadelphia
Boyer
Winfield Chester
Mra. Davis
Webb
Marryavis
Puty
Bron
Lipcoln H Hospital
William A. Maher
Park Avene
Fortieth Street
Satinerebdinnn
East Seventy- Ninth Street
Bellevue Mosnital
Pifth Street
Brooklyn
Methodist Episcopal Hospital
Howe Tate
Peace Conference May Be Moved to London
Paris dispatches report speculation that the peace conference may be transferred to London. Premier Lloyd George is cited as urging the change since Britain faces the decisive issue of the Turkish empire. Some journalists foresee the conference dissolving and negotiations shifting to separate foreign offices.
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London
Paris
Lloyd George
Great Britain
Foreign Office
Decision on Fiume Depends on Wilson
Rome dispatch reports that Lloyd George Clemenceau and Tittoni discussed the Fiume question but are awaiting President Wilson for a definite solution. The aim is to define Fiume’s status and Italian nationality of the town as Italy seeks clarity from the American leader.
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Fiume
Wilson
Lloyd George
Clemenceau
Tittoni
Rome
Saya David Lloyd George
Prine Min-ister
M. Clemenceau
Signor Tittoni
Fiuan
Sion
Niles
Wood Prices Drop In Twelve States
Reports from twelve states indicate wholesale wood prices have fallen 10 to 18 percent since the merchant fair began its work. Wholesale heating costs show declines up to 1 percent, with clothing prices easing and retail food prices generally lower. Officials say declines are cumulative as the season advances, with hoarding and profiteering campaigns aiding further reductions.
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Shingeton
Plans for Kaiser's Trial Are Completed
London reports that Attorney General Gordon Hewart has completed the cast for the prosecution of the former German Emperor. The Mirror says the courtroom location has not been settled and the proceedings await final arrangements.
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Kaiser
London
Gordon Hewart
Procecuti
Mirror
Sofia Must Pay 450 Million Reparation Under Peace Treaty
Washington dispatch reports Bulgaria must reduce its army to 20 000 men and gendarmerie to 10 000, surrender ships, concede territorial changes, and pay 450 million dollars in gold as reparations. It outlines frontier adjustments, property restitutions, and obligations to deliver coal, archives, and minor protection provisions, with continued details promised on page eight.
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Washington
Hulsara
State Department
Jugo-Stlvia
Thrace
Fitare
Serbia
Paris
Greece
Rumania
Bulgaria
Britain Can't Outvote U.S. Says Wilson
Prime Minister Wilson warns Britain cannot outvote the United States and urges allies not to quarrel over policy. The remark emphasizes transatlantic influence and the need for united front on shared foreign and defense issues.
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Britain
U.S
Wilson
Jardand
Cal
Livering
Berkeley
Great Britain
United States
League
China
Ireland
Aurelia H. Reinhardt
Mills College
Oakland
Wilson Roce
San Francisco
League of Nations
Couners
British Empire
Employee of City Urged to Join A. F. L.
City workers from across departments attend a meeting urging membership in the American Federation of Labor. About 100000 men and women including firemen and policemen are represented at the session as speakers promote collective bargaining and labor unity.
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City
Threats of Strike by City Labor Delegates at Beekman Street
Delegates from about fifteen city employee groups including policemen and firemen meet at Beekman Street seeking a centralized council affiliated with the American Federation of Labor. They demand a 63 percent wage rise to match rising living costs and warn strikes may ensue without action from New York City officials to adjust salaries.
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Policemen
Sremen
Beekman Street
American Federation of Labor
Central Council
Burt L. Schneider
Union of Technical Men
Eig
Schneider Bat
Schnvider
New York City
W Vity
Cinkiel
Oulards
New York State
Evens Tacts
Tahot
Iwhur
Wasitiorrs
Polity
Bal
Pater Niger
Coton
Yockidten
Amd
Rees
Bond Gifts To Ex Service Workers In Port Chester
In Port Chester the Baytex and War Company presented Liberty bonds to 64 ex foreign service men and 39 ex domestic service men. Each foreign veteran received a $200 bond and each domestic veteran a $100 bond. The total value of today’s gifts was sixteen thousand seven hundred dollars.
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Port Chester
Tresse Baytex & War i
Manuirr Evans
Facts About U S Steel Corporation
Kaulen facts show U S Steel Corp as target of proposed steel strike. In 1918 wages for unskilled workers 2.50 daily, skilled 7 to 8 dollars, average wage 5.33 daily. total 1918 wages 452.66 thousand. Business volume 1.744 billion, finished tonnage 14.125 million. Assets 1.572 billion, stock 808.584 million, net earnings 189.35 million, dividends 22.09 percent. Subsidiaries 16 with 142 plants across many states and Ontario.
Rohlfs Plans New Altitude Record Flight
Roland Rohlfs piloting the Curtis Wasp tri plane with a Curtisa K-12 400 horsepower motor set an altitude record by rising to 34 000 feet. The flight lasted over an hour with stages reaching 10 000 feet in eight minutes and 17 000 feet during the climb. Supporters and officials witnessed the ascent and Rohlfs declared victory, noting the record exceeded previous marks by about 400 feet.
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Roland Rohlfs
Des Ameri
Pry Iuseor
Colum
Aneskas Licatan
Y. Curmudy
Hor
E. B. Lyon
Ministus
Ronifs
Ansiety
Kolin Kokits
Walk Out Heralded as First Step in Labor Control
Pittsburgh labor leaders reject postponement of the steel strike and set September 22 as the start date. The committee of twenty four unions and the AFL led plans, debated postponement, and prepared to direct the strike while signaling deference to President Wilson.
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Theodore M. Knappen
Pittsburgh
Penn
American Federation of Labor
Wilson
Sewal
Fiteatrice
Industria
Isle
Tanien
W. B. Ewin
W York Wits
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Hom
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Hower
Hations
Shantung
Leagie of Nations
Chi
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United States Steel Corporation
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Ontario
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Kansas
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West Virginia
Delaware
Rohlfs
Ike
Maude
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Gary Ip Steel
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Eve Rade
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