US weighs limited intervention over Tampico attack
Special to The Northwestern outlines Washington’s fear of a broader crisis after the Cheyenne crew’s motor launch was attacked near Tampico. It argues armed intervention would depend on law and retaliation, notes Carranza’s control of the region, and suggests Mexico would bear costs if U.S. forces pacified the country until stability returns.
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Many Murders in Mexico Spark U S Inquiry
Ambassador Plewder faced questions on Mexican violence and American casualties as Congress probes U S Mexico relations. He cited improved transacting agencies and noted bandit murders, with Carranza's government pressed to act and provide accountability.
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Donary
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Mexico
New York
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Campbell
Columbus
United States
Associated Press
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Disaster inquiry widens as Goodyear balloon crash toll grows
Federal state and city officials launch an in depth probe into the Goodyear dirigible explosion that killed eleven and injured twenty eight. Details focus on new devices used on this aircraft including rotary motors and silk balloonettes. Coroner officials and Goodyear executives face scrutiny as victims and bank interior damage are documented.
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Chicago
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Llinois Trust and Savings Bank
President Wilson Convenes with Republicans at White House
President Wilson, recovered from ailments, resumes conferences with Republican leaders at the White House. He meets Senator Edick of New Jersey and others, aiming to press work as plans resume after a recent illness and trip to the Poowomac.
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White House
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Goodyear blimp crash hits Chicago bank roof
Officials investigate after Goodyear airship crashes through a bank roof in Chicago injuring several crew and passengers. Parachutes saved some as the craft burned and five bank employees died. Pilot J A Boettner survived uninjured.
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Harry Wacker
Afilion G. Norton
J. A. Boettner
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Bank
Chicago
Willard Seiberling
Goodyear
Berger Case Defies U.S. Congress Seat Refusal
United Press reports Washington debates over denying Victor L Berger, Milwaukee Socialist, a congressional seat. Berger's attorney Henry F Carr argues refusal would silence Socialist party members and signals broader political strategy as inquiry continues.
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United Press
Washington
Congress
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Milwaukee
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House Committee
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Packers Versus Congress Probe on Packing Monopoly
The article cites debate in Washington over a bill to regulate the packing industry. Senator Kenyon and Iowa are named as figures in a showdown, with critics arguing the Packers wield excessive power to control what people eat. The piece casts the industry as a dominant monopoly challenging congressional action.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Congress
Kenyon
Iowa
Oregon Senator McNary on League Covenant Reservations
Senator McNary of Oregon argued in Washington against amendments that would alter or weaken the League of Nations covenant. He urged preserving the treaty’s essential principles while allowing acceptable reservations and stressed the public’s right to understand the covenant’s substance.
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Oregon
Associated Press
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D.C
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Heeam
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America
Developments in League of Nations Fight Reported
Washington updates say President Wilson resumes efforts to win Republican senators over to the league of nations. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee blocks his pick for an American reparations committee post as debate on the treaty and league continues on the Senate floor. Wilson, weakened, faces skepticism about meeting callers amid Republican rebuff.
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Will Advance on Budapest
General Franchet d Este announces that Eastern Allied Force will advance on Budapest. The plan, cited by the Associated Press, emphasizes rapid movement and coordinated allied action across fronts.
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Bad banker surrenders shortage admitted
A garbled AP report from Philadelphia states a banker surrendered after admitting a shortage. The text mentions a warrant and references figures around 2.4 million, but details are unclear and names are obscured in the OCR.
Drastic Dry Bill Passes
A drastic prohibition bill clearing the House. The vote was 247 to 110 with three members present. Representative Igoe led the motion. Amid noisy roves, Leaner Mende was recorded as supporting the Igee motif and could change his vote.
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Asserated Press
Washington, D. C
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Isommit
House
Leaner Mende
Martial Law Considered as District Battles Rage On
Rioting in Washington DC leads to calls for martial law as federal troops and marine forces bolster police. Four to eight killed and several dozen injured in wave of attacks, with hundreds arrested for rioting and concealed weapons. District authorities seek military aid to restore order amid ongoing clashes and looting.
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Mississippi
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House Will Probe Mexican Muddle
Washington today began what is expected to be a complete investigation of the Mexican situation. The inquiry aims to establish a future policy, assess protection of American claims and property, and verify assurances given to foreign nations. Henry Pitershief, ambassador to Mexico, testified as the first witness before a preliminary Rules Committee probe. A special committee may then take over. A second item notes a seventh white woman assault by a black man near Capitol Heights, with renewed concern over safety.
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Carranza
Ring
Gulf Ports
Rio Grande
Mexico
Wilson
United Press
Washington
House
Mandell
Henry Pit Fietcher
General strike favored in principle by Minnesota labor federation
The Minnesota Federation of Labor voted in principle for a five day general strike beginning September 1 to protest the conviction of a figure named Afeeney. Delegates opposed to the plan urged labor strength in politics, with debates over whether to push broader labor reforms or a single labor act.
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Associated Press
New Ulm
Minn
Minnesota Federation of Labor
Thomas J. Mooney
Esseo
Afeeney
George Lawson
Cals
Onitien Fav
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Canhe
Seten
Winson
Paul
Congress Calls On War Measures Amid Civil Unrest
Washington reports show Congress pressed for war-time measures as President and officials debate to separate classes and restore order. Senators Harrison and Temorrat introduced resolutions amid a security scramble with arms fire and rioting affecting daily life and government operations.
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Senate Committee Rejects Wilson Reparations Request
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee declared no powers exist to act on the president's proposed American representative to the reparations commission until the peace treaty is ratified. Senator Knox's resolution, adopted 9 to 7, denied provisional authority and tied to treaty ratification. The panel also moved toward a party caucus to expand the steering committee, with debate over size and names.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Knox
Pennsylvania
Jouuul
McCumber
North Dakota
Hirchenck
Nebraska
Reparations Commission
Germany
United States
New Cases of Infant Plague Reported in Milwaukee
New infant plague cases are reported in Milwaukee with officials noting rising infections. Health authorities urge caution and reinforce preventive measures as doctors investigate possible links to local conditions.
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War Department
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Weather: Warm Front Dims Seeming Threats
A fragmentary forecast hints at a warm pattern across Wisconsin with a partial forecast for midweek. Forecasters note varying temperatures and unsettled conditions in parts of the state, with some regions experiencing mild air and others potential disturbances.
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