Verdu nFront Turns French Again in Major Verdun Battle
French forces recaptured parts of Cumieres and nearby trenches west of the Meuse in renewed action. Reports from Paris and London confirm continued pressure on German lines with French gains and Austrian setbacks on multiple fronts including the Trentino.
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Lemdon
Nerdun
Cere
Paris
Meuse
Cumieres
Faris
Treiuing
Fort Consumont
Mother's Will Not Broken in Probate Fight
A Chicago jury ruled Madame Sarah Kelloggs of sound mind when the Kellogg estate was drawn, upholding a will that grants daughter Lois Keloge a life interest and leaves trust funds of 124.04 to three attendants. The case drew attention due to the Kellogg family prominence and the estate near 500 900.
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Ja Ace
Chicago
Associated Press
Lois Kellege
Pierpont Isham
Madame Sarah Kelloggs
Kelloggs
Madame Kellogg
Ketloge
Farm animal or property in mortgage dispute arises
United Press reports a New York mortgage case asks whether fish on a farm are farm animals or personal property. Judge Callahan must decide. Washington notes Rosie A. McCormick Baltimore rookie faced scorn after reporting the loss of a silk dress. Silks violate regulations. New York remark on dangerous automobiles and the late Th or Woodhull is mentioned with a rider about bicycle history.
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United Press
New York
Callahan
Washington
Rosy A. McCormick
Baltimore
Chevy-Chase
Oyster Bay Silent Rise In Colonel's Chicago Visit
The report outlines open rooms in Chicago for Colonel with Lawrence Maban and her son-in-law in charge while Hilles hides. Gyst er Bay guests and a large New York business turnout for Oyster Bay indicate attempts to rally support for Roosevelt and splits within the Progressive and Republican camps as preparations proceed.
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Satteriee
Murga Dassere
Marin C. Brumbaugh
United Re: League
3. Ware
Philad Boom
George A Cemies
Toder
New
York
Streens
Adam
Chicago
Roosevelt
Bully Moose Party
Jeanue
Chicaro Satherine
Stmmon
Mainiai
America Must Not Tell Russians What to Do
Fragmented wartime dispatch discusses U S and Russia relations amid Jewish policy debates. It notes American views on Russia handling internal affairs, nationalism, and independent treatment of ethnic and minority issues. It reflects a cautious stance on foreign interference in Russia's internal matters.
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America
Mission House Remains After Transit Settlement
The extension controversy at Franklin College ends as Green Bay and Eastern Electric lines announce cars will pass near campus, providing transport to the college. About 80,000 dollars has been raised for a new dormitory, with plans to be adopted by the board. Fraternities in Wisconsin, Iowa, Ohio and South Dakota have offered to assist if the college remains.
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Associated Presta Sheborgan
Wis
Ripuse College
Franklin
Green
Wisconsin
Iowa
Ohio
South Dakota
Terminal tax argued over constitutional validity
State officials contended the Wisconsin terminal tax law is invalid as Attorney General Owen argued its constitutionality before the supreme court. The case involves the refusal of State Treasurer Johnson to pay over funds to Superior Ashland Manitowoc Green Bay and Milwaukee under the terminal tax. Charles H. Crownhart supported Superior and Ashland in the proceedings.
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Wisconsin
Johnson
Superior
Ashland
Manitowoc
Green Bar
Iwaukee
Owen
Te Supreme Court
Charles H. Crownhart
Lead Pocket Discovered Near Highway in Exeter Township
A rich lead pocket was found along a highway west of the city with over 2.49 pounds already removed. It is believed a shaft may open a valuable vein. Early settlers from Galena and Exeter township prospected here as lead mines operated in the county.
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Seitlers
Green County
Galena
Exeter Township
Tme
William P Harper Found Dead In Milwaukee Home
William P Harper aged 51 head of purchasing at Ailis Chalmers was found dead in bed at his Milwaukee home. Death is believed due to anaplexy. Harper was in good health at retirement. His wife Mrs Harper and son Fletcher are visiting in Pasadena, California. Harper was prominent in Masonic circles.
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Br Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
William P. Harper
Ailis- Chalmers Company
Harper
Mayos Rush to St Paul for Hill Operation
Drs J and C H Maro of Rochester rush to St Paul with secretaries and nurses to perform a critical operation on veteran railroad builder James J Hill who has been ill for eleven days and may require immediate surgery.
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Associated Press
St Paul
Minn
Short stockings banned by fashion economists
A New York led note reports the Dry Goods Economist condemns short stockings paired with short skirts. Retailers face retail backlash as public tastes clash with new fashion and self respect dictates conservative dress.
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Saya Drygoods Economis
United Press
New York
Jersey Skeeters
Dry Goods
Savior of Paris General Gallient Dies After Surgery
The obituary notes General Gallient, a prominent French commander in the Great War era, has died following an operation. Born in INE, he served in World War I, held roles in the French military leadership, and became minister of war on October 7, 1916 before resigning amid ongoing tensions and operations around Versailles and northern France.
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Paris
Baie
Versailles
Celeran
Stafis
Idarinz Struke
Paes Frei
Bey
Kaiser
Geneva
Hogues
Northwestern Fox sical festival sells out with large matinee
The article notes that every seat in the armory was sold for the Fox musical festival at Northwestern, with a larger matinee attendance than opening night. Dean Evans projected even bigger daytime crowds, suggesting standing room would be premium as the chorus performed.
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Northwestern
Who
Armory
Dean Evans
International complication looms over flood dispute
Reports from Minnesota reference a widening international incident over water boundaries at International Falls. A U S complaint cites damage to lands on the Minnesota side after waters rose, triggering talks that may affect cross border trade and legal actions.
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United Press
Sn Paul
Minn
United
International Falls
I. Waters
Ingram and
Flonder
Minnesota
Six Officers to Attend Camp Douglas Assignment
Six commissioned officers from Company G are to attend training at Camp Douglas from June 22 to 17. The report notes a military order received and mentions an instructor at the camp.
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Itwated Press
Biso
Military
Camp Douglas
Specter
Nine Salons Abandoned Amid Madison Law Questions
Nine saloons have shut down in Madison as questions arise over Stemper law and related regulations. The Associated Press report from Madison, Wisconsin notes uncertainty about licensing and enforcement impacting local saloons and Elks events in the evening.
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Madison
Sy Stemper
Associated Press
Wis
Salvor Stemper
The
Elks
Fire gutts a farm home causing heavy losses
A farmhouse near Howard on B Street was destroyed by fire with estimated damages around 35,006 dollars. A woman identified as Mrs Antone Tre assisted in emergency measures as investigators probed the blaze.
Theatrical Attractions And Social News Index
The page lists social items and features including church reorganizations, sermons by Rev J Greenwood, and sermons from churches tomorrow. It notes a Milwaukee salary increase for Usher's position, a market quotations address by John R Commens, and playground funding.
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Bachler
Usher
Milwaukee
Mciver
Nordheim Church
J. Greenwood
Dian
John R. Commens
World peace plan eyed by Wilson and allies
Wilson prepared a speech to outline his ideas on world peace and a league of nations backed by a world police force. The League of Enforce Peace met to promote internationalism with Taft elected president and funds raised toward the campaign.
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League of Nations
Ap International Powler
Washingt
D. C
Exer Sicie
United
League
Peare
Coupire
Ted
E Marburz
Baltimore
Belgium
Taft
Marburz
Marburey
Welson
William H. Taft
Alton T. Parker
Charles Stewart Davis Henry S Drinker
Penn
Bank officials cleared in AP report on trial outcome
Associated Press from Washington reports May that bank officials including Charles C. Glover J J Flather and H H Flamer were found not guilty as jurors freed them in the case involving Secretary McAdoo and Comptroller Williams. The civil suit against the bank continues.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Charles C. Glover
J .J. Flather
H. H. Flamer
McAdoo
Wiliams
Nce
Cyclones Rampage Near La Crosse Across Wisconsin
Two small cyclones struck near La Crosse Wisconsin causing damage to two farm houses a store and several barns and outbuildings. The paths veered around the village with no injuries reported and total losses yet to be tallied by authorities.
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United Press
la Resse
Wis. M
Bing Counthe
la Crosse
Scout Master Resigns for Racine College Post
The Sheboygan Scout Council announced the resignation of the boy scout master after three years as director and assistant scout master. He has accepted a director position at Racine College and plans to start in September.
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Br Associated Preaz
Shebo
Wis
Hareld
Seo
Scout Council
Racine College
Police Sergeant Killed Pursuing Counterfeiter in San Francisco
In San Francisco on May date unknown, Police Sergeant Jr Menarity was shot and killed when he halted a man he suspected of counterfeiting. The suspect fled into a cabin but was eventually confronted and killed after an hour of resistance.
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United Press
San Francisco
Cal
Polie
Jr Menarity
Wiinte
Peace prospects seen in coming months says Gerard
Copenhagen May 7 Ambassador Gerard believes peace proposals will take definite form in months or weeks. He told Zeittus that the United States now holds a free position to mediate after an understanding with Germany over the submarine question. He urged neutrals to support an early peace.
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United Press
Copenhagen
Gerard
Munich Zeitung
Germany
United States
Zeitus
House
Washington, D. C
Col
EL. M. Rouse
Wilson
Europe
Berlin
Colonel House
France
Vienna
Ehenne
England
Jare
Rusi
Belgium
Italy
Serbia
Alsace
Mesopotamia
Russia
Turkey
Boy Wanders Far Is Reunited With Mother
Three year old Alexander Lauter wandered from a Main street business yesterday forenoon and was found around 4 30 in the afternoon by the Abraham family at 2 Nine teenth street. He was cared for and restored to his mother Mrs. Annie Lauren of 251 Dove street after police were notified.
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Alexander Lauter
Annie Lauren
Dove Street
Alfred W. Abraham
Nineteenth Street
Trumbower Likely Candidate for State Rail Commission
Governor Philipp weighs appointing H. R. Trumbower assistant professor of political economy at the University of Wisconsin to fill the vacancy on the state railroad commission caused by Halford resigning. The post offers a $5,600 yearly salary.
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BP. BR
Trumbower
Rate Commission
United Press
Madison
Wis
Philipp
H. R. Trumhower
University of Wisconsin Today
State Railroad Commission
Halford
Change of venue exception filed in Racine court
An exception to a ruling delaying sten for Racine Benkers was filed in Racine Wisconsin circuit court. The filing argues the venue change to Milwaukee is contrary to law and was argued before Judge Fackus as a Saturday Milwau heat session.
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Sten
Racine Benkers
United Press
Racine
Wis
Massi
Fackus
Two Die in College Fire Blamed on Darned Pen
A college fire killed two students from Oakies George Minear and another engineering student. Local authorities say a damaged pen or wiring may have ignited the blaze on campus. Investigators are reviewing dormitory safety as relatives seek answers.
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United Press
wMt
Mwa
Mar Pie Rassikams
Lad Brot
Oakies
George Minear
No More Jurors for Orpet Trial Report
Jurors to be reported Monday as the Orpet case proceeds. AP reports no further jurors are available for selection in the high profile trial.
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Orpet
Menorah Society Meets With Noted Speakers Tonight
The Wisconsin Menorah Society holds its annual meeting at the Woman’s building in Madison tonight. Judge Hugo Pam of Chicago will discuss the value of educated Jews in the present crisis, with K. Kallan of the philosophy department and Prof. L R Wolfenson of Greek studies also speaking.
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Fress
Madison
Wisin Menorah Society
Pam
Chi- Cardeid
Cris 1
K. Kallan
L R Wolfenson
Guilty verdict for Warren Waite in Grand Rapids murder
Warren Waite, a 27 year old dentist, was found guilty of first degree murder in the poisoning of his millionaire father in law John E. Peck in Grand Rapids. The jury recommended the electric chair, and Waite faced Sing Sing execution pending sentence.
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United Press
New York
Warren Waite
John E. Peck
Grand Rapids
Midh
Watte
Waite
Sing Sing
The
Lambs
Peck
Katherine Peck
Warren W. Wake
Frank
Clyde
Clara Peck Waite
Duell
Smith Ely Jefffe
Willi McMahon
M.S. Gregory
State Today
Wartte
Infani Et Attorney Brothers
Harry K. Thaw
Matteawan
Mat
Margaret Haren
French Mary Walker Dies
French Mary Walker, noted for a corded possession by the Frenta, passed away. Local authorities and family prepare notices and tributes as details of her life and passing are compiled.
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Mary Walker
Fair on Sunday Temperatures Rise Across Regions
Local observers report Sunday forecasts showing mild weather with temperatures around 74 degrees in several areas. The day is expected to be warm and pleasant, with clear to partly cloudy skies and light breezes.
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