Victory Liberty loan passes milestones nationwide
Reports from Washington Milwaukee and Chicago show districts exceeding quotas in the Victory Liberty loan drive. St Louis leads with over subscriptions totaling 195 104 00 while Chicago aims for 100 percent. A Belgium statue dedication in New York ties to the loan effort.
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German Austria Union Idea Will be Renounced
A Vienna report states that the major Austrian settlement assembly agrees to renounce the idea of uniting German Austria with Germany in the interests of Austrian and world peace. The Austrian peace delegation will depart Vienna for Paris on May 11.
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Monroe judge sentences man to life for murder
The Fond du Lac County case reports Jonenrile-Gortfried Voege convicted of degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment by Judge Grimm after pleading guilty. The trial gathered local figures including District Attorney Murray and Dr Reilly with a special venire of twenty men for jury selection.
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Berger Fights Seat in House Amid Bail Appeal
Victor Berge a Wisconsin representative-elect under jail for wartime espionage law violation asks for bail pending appeal to the Supreme Court. Speaker Gillett says Berge cannot be seated under any circumstances.
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Gerling Imprisoned for Mann Act Violation
William E. Gerling was sentenced in Sacramento to three years in the federal penitentiary and fined 28 508 for transporting Myra Nort Riverside from Riverside to Sloat, violating the Mann Act. Witnesses included Lieut. Carl Northcutt and the Northcutt family.
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Bill in Legislature purchase of street car properties by cities
Wisconsin State News item reports a bill in the legislature to authorize cities to acquire street car properties. The outline mentions F B Keefe and a note about Oshkosh touted as the best ever, with a brief reference to peace signing status.
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End of Regime of Lenine and Trotzky Seen
Washington officials and diplomats believe Lenine and Trotzky's regime in Russia nears collapse. Loyal Russians press Bolsheviks on multiple fronts while Kolchak forces advance, offering hope for a new Russian government and economic revival as order slowly returns east of Omsk and in Archangel and Murmansk districts.
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Wisconsin Troops Return Home Amid Welcome Plans
Wisconsin soldiers from Camp Devens and the Rainbow division head home to Camp Grant for demobilization. The 356th machine gun battalion departs May 17 and arrives May 14. Governors Coolidge and Peters greet returning units. Boston and Philadelphia transports bring Wisconsin heroes back for celebrations and entertainment.
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Bryan Comments On German Peace Terms In Green Bay
William Jennings Bryan spoke in Green Bay Wisconsin about the peace terms offered to Germany. He called the projected terms hard but just and said they were as good as could be framed.
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Bryan declines to seek presidential chances
A fragmented political note reports that Mr. Bryan refused to consider presidential possibilities within either the Democratic or Republican parties. The text presents the era’s mood as cautious and tentative with opinions and concessions debated.
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German U boat captain arrives in London towered
By Associated Press London May 8 the captain of a German submarine arrived in London from Spain and was placed in the tower The Star understands he commanded a U boat that attacked hospital ships The report notes he showed no shame or gratitude for his alleged actions
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German Waver on Peace Terms Signals Turbulent Conference
Paris dispatches report German delegates waver over terms while Allied leaders push for indepence of German Austria and Shantung settlement. President Wilson may address Belgium on his forthcoming trip. American ambassador to Italy Thomas Nelson Page is expected to resign after peace.
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Emergency men ordered to be released soon
Commanding generals of northeastern eastern central departments and camps were instructed by the war department to discharge all drafts or enlistments for the emergency by June 13. Disposition of those discharged will be adjusted later. The Austrian delegation of 40 to 56 persons is expected to arrive in Germany. The Council of Four and the Council of Foreign Ministers resumed talks on borders of former Austro-Hungarian territories and pending negotiations with Austria.
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Wisconsin Legislature Faces Busy Session Day
The Madison assembly and senate pressed on with measures on adjournment dates and wartime amnesty resolutions while debating highway bills and funding for grade crossing projects. Senators and assembly members clashed over policy including education pay, military stores, and emergency highway advisories as the calendar moved toward a busy week.
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Russian Civil Power Shifts Reported by Archangel Sources
Archangel reports indicate Tsarist and Bolshevik forces clash as Kollchak allied government is referenced. Russian committee in Paris notes evacuation on the Volga while Bolshevik and Kolchak troops pursue retreating Bolshevik forces.
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Government steps cut war costs drive wheat prices
Minneapolis reports grains slip as government actions aim to lower costs of war production. Wheat falls 25 to 40 cents, flour down 75 cents, amid release of government wheat stock and Canada import controls. Frank L. Carey of the United States Grain Corporation heads a northwest purchase trip, saying buys will be small and strictly cost based. Officials estimate about 1,000,000 bushels may be purchased at Winnipeg for millers.
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Burglar Alarm Thwarted as White Bear Teller Robbery Fails
An automoblia bandit posing as C H White robbed the First State Bank of White Bear of 4900 at 12 10 pm. Cashier W J Kidder forced to vault. burglar alarm sounded. Bandit fled after a shot and was captured after a four block chase. Kidder identified him. The incident follows claimed prior raids and police actions.
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War Department keeps temporary army plans unchanged
Officially announced that the War Department will not alter the temporary army arrangements as provided by the annual appropriation passed by Congress. The department remains prepared to act in line with the peace commission at Pacis and the current military structure.
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Fate of Ruth Garrison Soon in Hands of Jury
A jury will determine the fate of Ruth Garrison after prosecutors and defense argued their cases. The trial centered on timelines, testimonies, and evidence presented by both sides as the jury weighed the defendant’s culpability.
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Fair Ad Warmer Drives May Fair Newsprint
The notice outlines upcoming community fair events and markets with a focus on schedules and attractions. It highlights local vendors, games, and a timetable for evening entertainment. Residents are urged to attend and support neighborhood vendors.
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