Our Troops Push Strains German Resolve in War
Special to The Northwestern reports 900000+ American soldiers in France or en route, with expectations that by July 1 about 1,000,000 will have sailed. It asserts U S readiness and warns German leaders that General Pershing will play a major role, while noting German lies about American strength.
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Kaiser's hopes futile as war continues through deceit
The article argues German and Austrian deception fuels anti Allied sentiment and questions the possibility of peace. It cites Italy's defense against Austria and statesmen like Wilson and Lloyd George would scrutinize any new opening to ensure no hidden traps or devilry remain before peace terms are sought.
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J. W. C. Pledge
Train engineer Alonzo Sargent charged after Gary wreck
In Gary Indiana a train wreck injures fifty eight and kills many. Engineer Alonzo Sargent is arrested for manslaughter after testimony at the coroner inquest. He refuses to testify citing attorney advice. Conductor Lewis Johnson says Sargent admitted dozing before the crash.
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Aye
Associated Press
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United. Press
Hammead
Fadt
Roroner
Lewis Johnson
Michigan Central
Lvanhoe
Lon Sargent
Cornare Johnson
Sargent
Gary
Clyde Hunter
Lake County
Medien War Station
Loyalty is Claimed Defense in LW W Trial Opens
Chicago readers see the LW W trial defense unfold with attorney George Vandeveer calling J. P. Thompson, a noted swimmer and labor organizer, as an expert witness. The defense argues the I W W was organized to combat perceived evil conditions and will bring workers from munition plants who remained loyal with minimal labor trouble after the war.
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United Press
Chicago
TW. W
George Vandeveer
J. P. Thompson
Raymond
Wash
Thompson
1. W
Vanieveers
Deportation Threats Against Farmers Reported
Department of Junties officials in St Paul investigate threats of deportation against farmers in Rock County linked to National Non-Partisan League. They study 376 farmers forced to register and avow political affiliation under a posted notice claiming deportation unless they comply.
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United Press
St Paul
Mlane
Department of Justice
Rock County
National Non-Partisan League
T. HB. Camybell
Rack County
Sweden Asked On Concerning American Consulate Looting
The Associated Press reports the U S government has sent a second inquiry to Sweden seeking details on the seizure of the American consulate and the looting of an American hospital by Turkish troops in Tabriz Persia. Washington has also asked Spain for information and the State Department urges a rapid factual report.
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Sweden
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Amercan
Tabriz
Persia
State Department
Trvice
Crimea
State Department Today
Vologda
Russia
Sulkovitch
Prohibition Debate Roils War Shipping Effort in Senate
The senate agricultural committee heard witnesses including Samuel Gompers and Percy Johnston oppose absolute prohibition. Shipping chief Harley and Postmaster Burleson warned of financial and labor disruption, while Secretary Daniels advocated caution. Colby argued removing beer and wine would cut shipyard output, and bankers warned of potential bankruptcies if prohibition passed.
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Senate Agricultural Committee
Ginebidbig Chima Hurley
The
Shipping Board
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of ‘Labor
Percy Hm, Johston
Chemical National Bank of New York
Marley
Gompers
Johnston
Oliny
SecreGiry Daniels
Fameris Dey
Uneary
Poxumus Burleson
Ington
Flarley
Hurk
Percy Ti. Johnston
Burleson
Food Administration
American Federation of Labor
Colby
Hurley
Hambridge Colby
Labor unions split over prohibition and beer limits
Samuel Gompers argues labor would back a beer minimization plan once production is limited, noting the AFL failed to oppose the Jones amendment due to its constitution forbidding partisan issues. He cites vast liquor estimates and wariness over enforcement while urging pragmatic action.
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Helfig
Reading International
Gompers
The Draft Drawing Set for Induction Order
The draft drawing date was set by Washington officials to establish the order for about 400000 men registered for military service. The drawing will occur at the same building as the prior lottery, starting at 9:20 a.m. and continuing past noon if needed, using capsules with numbered slips to select registrants.
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Wasteton
Drefe
Necesary
Orde
Library Board Weighs Filling Vacancies at Meeting
The library board discussed resignations at the Oxlkol public library, with Miss Natalie Huehn in charge of children’s books and her resignation to take a Washington position August 1. A request to buy many books for foreign-born citizens was considered. Applicants for the librarian post were discussed and letters of recommendation reviewed.
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Matusi
Natalie Huehn
Hooks
Yin
Mss Hub
Washington, D. A
Committee On Americanization
Fadiaupt
Sugar Administrator Named to Lead Federal Price Plan
A sugar administrator has been designated to oversee a government plan to control sugar prices and distribution. The Food Administration and a new sugar corporation are forming to buy sugar in Cuba, Java, and other markets and sell it in the United States at a fixed price. The move follows broader efforts to stabilize the economy and food supply, with details on the organizing body to be announced.
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Washington
Eaton
United Stas
Tk Sukur Corporation
Cuba
Java
Iie
Conference at Berne on prisoner exchange plan
United States and Germany consider a high level conference in Berne to discuss opening talks on exchange of prisoners. The proposal follows a State Department initiative and involves Spain as intermediary with Swiss authorities to arrange a formal meeting.
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Germnany
Associated Preax
Wraniocton
Germany
Ptasmatic
Whanield
Xen Representavex
Berne
Switzerland
Ate Abteues
State Department
United
Oligo Nas
Swias
Lavalida
Germans Jumpy as American Artillery Presses French Front
American artillery today heavily engaged German forces north of Elleau as the Boches grew increasingly jumpy. Rockets were fired at suspicious targets while German airmen reportedly dropped flames near American positions. An American patrol west of Chateau Thierry recovered two German bodies, identifying the latest arrival unit Zot from General Foch's army vicinity near Mats.
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Chateaue Thierry
Foch
Mats
Political tensions rise as Germany plans next war move
AP reports Germany's propaganda seeks to portray future success for 1916 while overhauling aims in France. Rumors of Bolshevik killings in Petrograd and shifts in Russia's government fuel global unrest. Strikes spread in Germany and Austria Hungary, with bread ration cuts sparking railway and postal services turmoil.
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Germany
Hungary
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Mulheim
Geneve
Thingury
Breda Peat
Extension of Draft Ages Stirs Senate Debate
Washington reports debate on extending draft age limits from twenty one to forty five and widening registration. Sen Wadsworth and Sen Wall push changes to add millions more potential inductees while concerns arise over housing and manpower needs. France and Marsland proposals explore broader registration for military, industrial and agricultural work.
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Wadsworth
York
Chassie
Wall
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New Me
Marsland
Seneator France
Elgcteen
Fort Five
Teuton Plans Gang Agley Amid New Offensives
Allied war dispatches report Austro-Hungarian and German forces preparing major offensives while British, Canadian, and Italian units hold positions. General Ding signals tough reverses, with strategic moves seen across the Piave and Arras sectors as the Allies brace for renewed action in the Europe theater.
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Arras
German Foreign Policy Clash Over Belgium Pledges
London AP dispatch summarizes Dr. von Kuehlmanns Berlin budget remarks and Reich stance on Belgium pledges. It notes Austria Hungary relations, Burian succession, and the fault lines blamed for the war. It cites Russia as the primary instigator, with France and England described as major contributors. It covers peace topics and references Asquith's speech on pacific proposals.
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Reithatag
Berlin
Foreign Office
Richard ‘von Kuehlmannn
Miuny
Austria-Hungary
Orsvo
Kkuensmann
Count Nin
Baron Burian Well
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Burlan
Tiann
Germany
Hungary
Baron
Burnin
Vienna
Russia
Dr. Kuehlmann
France
England
von Kuehlmann
Asquith
Asnong Onlikosh
Merchants Back Exposition Efforts in Northwestern Coverage
Boosters are many as merchants and wholesalers donate wares and premises for the fair. The large and varied prize list reflects the generosity of local business houses, whose cooperation is essential to the exposition’s expected huge success as organization progresses.
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Cosh Kesh
Oshitosa Bushinss
Contest Dismissed in West Virginia Senate Race
The senate privileges and elections committee dismissed the contest against Senator Sutherland of West Virginia. The action ends the challenge to the election and settles the dispute in his favor.
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United Press
Washington, J
Senate Privi Lation and Electiona Committee
Sutherland
West Virginia
Greece Reports Army Growth and Venizelos Gains
The Matin reports Greece will field over 200000 troops with more to be called, citing a statement by the Greek Tesa ton. It notes Venizelos’s leadership and aims to bolster public confidence and protect the country’s interests as the Beltenic kingdom enters its war year. Dublin reports Tralee and nearby areas as a special military zone with restricted entry for unauthorized persons. Weather forecast predicts warmer conditions for the region.
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Previer Venizelos Investo
Mmne
Plenze Warsinn
United Press
Dublin
Tralee
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