President makes appeal to Congress on war taxes
In Washington, President Wilson abruptly urged Congress to stay in session until new war tax laws are enacted to fund the expanding war effort. He delivered a prepared address and then spoke extemporaneously, stressing duty, economy, and equitable taxation to curb inflation and support the treasury as western front developments loomed.
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War Finance Memo Details Taxation and Bonds Plan
President Wilson's war finance policy aims to raise forty percent of new revenues by taxation and sixty percent by bonds. A memorandum to Senator Simmons and Representative Kitchin outlines the mix to fund the war, with a revenue bill expected by August 1 and a fall bond issue of about 6.9 billion. GOP leaders express agreement on taxing excess profits incomes and luxuries to bear the burden.
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Records Are Shattered In Massive Congressional Bill
United Press reports a proposed $45 billion federal bill set to break records for appropriations in a single congress. Analysts cite vast army expansion as the main driver, with Newark and other cities expecting large allocations for fortifications and personnel. The plan also includes about $2.5 billion for shipping to move troops and supplies overseas.
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Washington, D. C
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Wood to go west with division to overseas command
General Leonard Wood will not accompany his division at Camp Funston Kansas when it moves overseas. He will be assigned to command the department of the west with headquarters at San Francisco.
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San Francisco
Auto Struck by Train Kills Wright Family at Cedarville
United Press reports at Xenia Ohio that Orville Wright forty a farmer from Cedarville and his two children were killed when their auto was struck by a train. The tragedy occurred on a railway crossing and authorities began investigations into the collision.
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Masaryk Seeks Closer Union Between Bohemia and America
Prof. Thomas Masaryk, a Bohemian reformer and Austro-Hungarian parliament member twice sentenced to death by Prussian rulers, arrived in Washington after a 15000 mile voyage via Vladivostok and the Pacific. He aims to win closer ties between Bohemia and the United States to aid his homeland.
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German Drive Resumes Against Paris Front
Paris dispatch says German bombardment resumed at 6 30 this morning with long range guns near Paris. The Allied line remains strong in the south and north with French and British forces holding key positions behind the Oise Ailette and the Chemin des Dames ridge as German efforts press toward Paris and the northern ports. The French ace Captain De has achieved his twentieth victory.
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Post Office Estimates For Towns And Extensions
Secretary McAdoo on behalf of Postmaster General Burledon submitted to Congress estimates for ending post offices and making extensions in forty five districts. He said new postal quarters are necessary and that extensions do not fall under non essential building bans.
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Senate panel to tour aircraft factories this week
The senate military affairs sub-committee on aircraft production voted to start immediate investigations. It will tour aircraft factories late this week with hearings slated upon its return. Chairman Senator Thomas said the panel will work with Charles E. Hughes and focus on gathering evidence about production shortfalls.
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Submarine Mutinies Extend Range Warn Naval Officials
United Press dispatch from Washington reports German U-boats are operating farther from their bases, shifting to new courses to sink ships beyond usual routes. Navy men dismissed rumors of settlers and marines off the Atlantic coast as unfounded. A merchantman wireless claim of being chased by a submarine was checked and proven false.
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Austro-German Plan N Report From Vienna
An official Vienna statement cited by United Press describes a plan involving Austria and Germany and notes moves against Czechoslovak authorities. Reports from Prague say crowds dispersed as police halted unrest and arrests followed clashes around several sites.
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Diamond Broker Murder Rumored at French Hotel
A Kansas City diamond broker Joseph Morino is found murdered in his Paris hotel apartment amid a tangle of threats and a supposed motive linked to his wealth and guard status. Police investigate possible ties to a black market scheme and a dangerous acquaintance in the wealthy circles Morino moved in.
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Paper changes name by Milwaukee German Herald
The Germuinin Herald rebrands as the Milwaukee Herald dropping Teutonic name elements after seven years, reflecting a shift in editorial presentation.
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Air Cadet Moultrin Trowbridge Dies in 3000 Foot Fall
San Antonio Texas reports Cadet Moultrin Trowbridge, 23 of New York, killed instantly when an airplane at Kelly Field plummeted 3000 feet during a flight. The accident occurred while aloft with Associated Press details confirming the fatality.
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Alaskan coast patrol extended to curb IWW activity
A U S Navy patrol along the Alaskan coast has been extended to suppress suspected IWW operatives and potential agitation by leaders of the Industrial Workers of the World. The order aims to ensure maritime security and maintain order in the region.
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Lusk Case 10 The Jury Soon
Waukesha Wis counsel for Cirace Tsk closes case before noon. Prosecutor Corrigan plans to call witnesses and present arguments by today or tomorrow. Judge Martin Grueck indicates jury unlikely to be impaneled until ruling on sanity question for Miss Lusk. Trial centers on first degree murder and insanity defense, with expert testimony planned from Dr Harbert Peera and Dr William Beet.
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Senate Approves Direct Appropriations Without Amendment
An Associated Press dispatch reports that the senate today carries direct appropriations of TROATA ILS and a contract with a Chinese firm totaling ninety million, paving the way for swift funding without amendments.
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Railways Boost Rates in Biggest U S Increase
Direct or General McAdoo ordered rail freight rates raised twenty five percent and passenger fares up to three cents a mile, effective June 25 and June 10 respectively. The move, under war measures, aims to raise $800 million to $900 million next year, abolish intrastate discounts, and push standardized interstate charges across all rail traffic.
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How the War Is Going On
The Germans launched attacks in the northwest Kennel sector and near Monte Zige lon, with French and Finnish troops resisting. British forces repulsed assaults in three front sectors as American and French troops hold positions along the Toul and Limey areas, while casualties and missing aviator Paul Kuer of Mobile remain unconfirmed.
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Sinn Feiners Drill Amid German Plot Exposures
May 27 Dublin dispatch reports Father Malachy MacHugh disclosing Sinn Fein leaders deny government talks with Germany over invasion. Arrests unfold as Sinn Fein members drill in public areas while authorities reveal a plot to arm interned Austrians and Germans with submarine deliveries.
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River breaks banks near Chippewa area
A river breach threatens a large area just outside Chippewa city limits as conditions worsen today. Authorities monitor rising water levels and evacuations may follow if the situation escalates.
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Suit Over Insurance Claims $2000 for Policy Beneficiary
Mrs Hefen Wirran Phillips of Chicago sues the Fraternal Reserve Association in Milwaukee circuit court claiming $2,000 due on an insurance policy she says lists her as beneficiary for her husband 310 Phillips. The defense holds the policy is void since the July 1918 assessment was not paid, making August 1918 payment invalid. Attorneys: Thomas H. Gi of Milwaukee and E R Weir for the plaintiff. former Attorney General ER Weir for the defense. The case moved from jury to court calendar at the April term.
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Await the Drive With Equanimity
Special to The Northwestern Washington reports American and European experts expect a German offensive on the western front to begin June 1, but Allied lines are fortified and the foe has shown heavy losses. Observers foresee renewed attacks with no surprise, while British French American Italian forces bolster morale and strength, shaping potential withdrawals and counterstrikes along the Adige and Veneto fronts.
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