Germany pleads for peace amid war talk
London dispatches summarize German aims as propaganda to justify militarism. Berlin and Vienna insist on enemy responsibility and no annexations while Erzberger’s Zurich remark hints at possible talks if leaders meet. Washington notes no official response yet as democracy push for enduring war aims continues.
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Germany peace talks questioned as wartime ploy
Washington July 30 The Russian embassy denounced Chancellor Michaels peace talk as a manipulation to sway public opinion. The State Department called the move suspect and pointed to conditions for any peace talks including evacuation of conquered territories. French and Austrian officials were cited as discussing proposed settlements with Tereschenko and Thomas, while commentators debated the propositions and danger to Belgium and Serbia.
Murder at Racine Hearing of Shots Heard and Two Men Flee
In Racine Wisconsin on July 20 a body identified as Jain Buffalo with a bullet through the head was found in a railway yard. A railroad watchman reported hearing two shots last night and saw two men arrive from the scene before fleeing. The victim, connected to the railroad shops, was identified by a card.
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Brookire park to be alien internment camp
Sentries guard City Park in Brookire near the New York Navy Yard. The Navy Department turns the park over to become an internment camp with buildings planned to house 15 000 men.
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Germany Not Defeated, War Still Ahead Says Northwestern Dispatch
Washington July 20 The Northwestern publishes that U S officials believe Germany is far from exhausted or defeated and that a long, costly war lies ahead to make the world safe for democracy. The piece cites Allied confidence, notes British and French setbacks, and discusses cabinet changes in the U S while urging coordinated mobilization and transportation efforts to sustain the war machine.
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United States to Supply Rail Rollstock to Allies
The United States plans to aid Russia France and Great Britain with railroad rolling stock and related supplies. As the American expeditionary force grows in France it will need extensive railroad paraphernalia. The message stresses conserving and maximizing domestic transportation resources to support the allied war effort.
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Six villages taken in Roumanian advance
Six villages were taken in another Roumanian advance according to an official Roumanian war office statement. British and German patrol clashes near Bullecourt Acheville reported. Belgian front activity noted as uncertain. German troops advance through Suchawa valley in Bukowina towards Seletyn. Russians pressed back toward Zaleshchyki. Violent gun duels persist on Aisne Verdun fronts with German surprise attacks repulsed.
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Miss Grace Lusk in Court in Wisconsin Case
Waukesha Wisconsin. Miss Grace Lusk faces court as another pest prosecution expected at her appearance after an adjournment. The case concerns the murder of Mrs Davia Haberte who was shot to death in late June.
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Youth Burglar Told In Municipal Court
United Press report from Alliwarher Wisconsin dated July 30 states fifteen year old Fale ward Schwartz pleaded guilty to robberies at multiple residences and was sentenced to six years in the Green Bay reform school.
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Faleward Schwartz
Green Bay
Lenine Disappears in Petrograd Amid Spy Allegations
Petrograd reports Nikolai Lenine a peace agitator and alleged German spy has vanished from his usual haunts and the authorities have no knowledge of his whereabouts.
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General Otis Dead at Home of Son-in-Law
General Harrison Gray Otis longtime editor and owner of The Los Angeles Times died at his son in law Harry Chandler’s home in Los Angeles. Born February 10 1837 in Marietta Ohio Otis served as a Civil War officer rising to major general in the volunteers and later led a brigade in the Philippine campaign before his 1899 discharge. He helped shape the Times from 1876 onward and opposed labor unions throughout his career.
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British Cruiser Ariadne Sunk After Torpedo Attack
The British cruiser Ariadne, 11,990 tons, was torpedoed and sunk. An official Admiralty statement says 38 crew members died, with the remaining sailors rescued. The old cruiser measured 459 feet in length, 69 feet beam, and 27.5 feet draft, carrying 677 officers and men and armed with sixteen six inch guns, twelve twelve pounders, and two submerged 18 inch torpedo tubes.
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Drafted men enlist at recruiting station in frensy milwanier
At the recruiting station twenty six men enlisted on Friday ten on Saturday and seven today as drafted men begin to join the regular army rather than wait for the regu lar call.
Doctor Mayor Appointed in Stevens Point
United Press dispatch from Stevens Point July 30 reports Dr FLAL Walters has been appointed mayor by the city council and informed by the marine department of his appointment as captain in the medical reserve corps.
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Madison Troops Depart for Camp and Training
A garbled report notes Madison troops leaving for a camp on July 2 to receive guard training. The text mentions a prearranged station and local organizations involved, with lines of watchful personnel and a Wednesday staging at the facility.
U S Transport Rammed and Rider Killed by Horse
An Atlantic port report says a U S transport at anchor received a ram in a collision with a landing American steamship. A rider named Faree, aged forty four, died in hospital after a horse kicked him, causing injuries leading to his demise. The merciless error and confusion surrounding the incident are noted as alarming.
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America advances in war as Congress mulls food control bill
The report notes rapid U S war progress and an imminent food control bill expected within days. President Wilson holds supreme authority amid congressional discussion, with industrial effort credited for momentum.
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Corn Crop Faces Big Loss As Heat Spreads
Western corn belt faces potential irreparable damage if heat and drought persist through the week. Chicago grain dealers cite private reports across the middle west predicting 25 percent to near total yield loss. Cooler, wetter weather expected soon, with scattered rain. replanting is too late in many areas. Kansas reports heavy losses yet acreage expands. Extreme temperatures marked July 30 at Concordia Haw. 106. Dodge City 100. Kansas City 100. Omaha 104. Sioux City 1014.
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Switch Strike Ends in Chicago Amid Settlement Talks
In Chicago a switch strike affecting over 2,500 workers ended after overnight negotiations among railroad managers, the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, and other unions. A joint statement said the closed shop would not be adopted and promotion rules for yard masters will be settled by a board. Traffic on nineteen railroads will resume with no major delays.
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Prosecution Ordered for Draft Registration Evasion
Washington DC July 30 prompt move by the Department of Justice orders prosecution of thousands who failed to register for the draft. Notices sent to U.S. attorneys as America calls up its new army with initial examinations at 9 0 a m. in the capital and similar actions in eastern cities. Early exemption rates higher than expected prompt boards to judge each case carefully while preserving exemptions for dependents and indispensable workers. It may be October before the first army camps, with supply chains forming under seven government agencies. Foreign affairs indicate peace talk and wartime finance measures loom as Congress debates the war bills and defense contracts while war readiness accelerates nationwide.
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Traffic Soon Normal on Chicago Rail Lines
United Press reports city rail traffic moving toward normal with cooperation from railroad officials. Freight and passenger service across eighteen lines to normalize within twenty four hours as crews work to clear congestion. Some routes already running a 24 hour shift to restore portal conditions. passenger service remains affected.
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Tragedy Near Fond du Lac Claims Marvinny Farmer’s Wife
Mrs Hasch, wife of a Marvinny farmer, was killed in an automobile crash near Fond du Lac while returning from church with her husband and others. The vehicle left the road and overturned, causing a fatal collision as witnesses describe the accident.
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