United States Responds to Bolshevik War Aims Request
The United States informs reps that it seeks no monetary indemnities or land as war aims. The president says the U S is fighting the German government, not the German people, and reiterates the Allies face. He condemns German government actions and affirms no desire for spoils.
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Washington
United States
Buch
Haflin
Wiltermey
Teelf
Petrograd
Erate
Wuloonay
Eight thow omt ton Amerie hip carries fied
An eight ton American ship carries fire in combat near Paris on May 23 as red German shells fall. The damaged vessel is assumed to be among enemy fire, with reports indicating a heavy exchange and potential casualties.
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Paris
Western department duties emphasized for feeding and child welfare
May 23 article argues the western department must be as comprehensive as the fire department in feeding, home care, and services for mothers and children. It cites a joint stance by women’s groups urging national service and suffrage bodies to support this department, detailing aims for hospital and maternity work and charitable outreach.
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York
Nattote Service
Women's Suffrage Association
Actual Try-Outs On Anti-Diver Devices Inspire Big Hopes
Washington May 25 Actual tests of several anti submarine devices are under way to solve the submarine problem. Preliminary trials show promise with larger scale tests planned and ships used for the first time. Naval officials express confidence one device may prove the big breakthrough. The naval consulting board backs the effort and notes other war inventions are being readied. Italian inventor Marconi may join consultations with the navy on anti submarine defenses.
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Navy Department
Washington
Aml
Delage
Naval Consulting Board
Hedon Maxim
Marconi
Italian War Commission
Navy
Registration for War Census Begun and Precinct Marshals Named
War census registration has started though the main census date is June 5. County Clerk Brown’s office issues cards for home precincts and Sheriff Taylor has appointed more marshals per precinct. a list of marshal assignments by precinct appears, naming numerous individuals with precinct numbers.
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Glen
Intraton
Tesu
Brown
Ralph Temple
California
T. D. Taylor
T Cockburn
L Hahn
Charles Hehwald
J. Hodgen
Chester Karker
Sanderson
F. M. Ivins
Fifty Cent Wool Prices Dominant in Umatilla Sale
Wool buyers in Umatilla County paid 50c a pound for large lots in 1917. The Kenneth G. Warner clip of 40,000 pounds led sales credited to EJ. Aorke, with Manuel Pedro of Echo selling 24,000 pounds at 60c to Kime. Numerous smaller lots followed, while news notes indicate most timberland contracts in the Behe district were set prior to new bids.
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Umatilla
Irving Wireldly
Kenneth G. Warner
EJ. Aorke
Manuel Pedro
Echo
Kime
Me Cavite
Behe
Miser
Chapman
Mike Dohertys
Arrests, forest fire probe in northern Minnesota
Authorities investigate a forest fire in northern Minnesota that destroyed a large area of timber. State patrol officers plan arrests as they probe the cause and location of the blaze.
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ST. Pao
Minnesota
Moreter
President Pushes Censorship for National Security
Washington report outlines a Senate and House bill to expand censorship power over sensitive memos and communications amid a push by the President. Conferees discuss expiring provisions as lawmakers weigh immediate passage of the enhanced control measure.
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Washington, Ma
House
Senate
Attorney General Opinion Shapes City Library Funding Question
May 23 1930s report from SATA Cire cites Attorney General Brown who says the city may contribute to a county owned library while not becoming a stockholder. The opinion could influence city support and rate of funding as the county strengthens library access for residents.
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Brown
Sata
Cire
Ube
Furnie
French Hold All of Allette Valley Now
Paros May 23 The French renewed offensive and gained full control of Allette valley capturing three German trench lines east of Chevresuy and other positions. A tunnel under Mount Cornifiet was seized, containing a German battalion and a state major, while German plans and reinforcements were revealed. In San Francisco Senator Lane’s health deteriorates as doctors warn death may come.
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Paros
Preech
Allette
Chevresuy
Mount Cornifiet
Creserees
Peepers
Wheat Bids Near Two Dollar Mark With Varied Prices
A May report from Portland and Eutenae notes bids near $2 for wheat with ranges shown. July futures around 3.27, with wheat varieties including pride, rop, and bluestem cited, prices observed in the mid 2.60s to 2.72 range.
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Eutenae
Iegenian
Socialist Leader Ledebour Threatens Reichstag Revolt
The socialist leader Herr George Ledebour signaled a revolutionary stance in a Reichstag speech, declaring that revolution must come and that the country should prepare. He spoke alongside apparent allies Dr Leib nicht and Max Harden, amid volatile political discourse.
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George Ledebour
Germany
Reichstac
Dr Leibnicht
Max Harden
Lribians
Pendleton's Cavalry Troop formation nears completion
Pendleton's cavalry unit nears reality with last recruits signing up. Capt Gredster to wire Adjutant General White as final organization proceeds. Athens and Pum Rock contingents push total recruits to 66 last night, approaching 70. Captain Joyer to inspect new unit. Portland departure anticipated. Loston May 23 reports arrival of the second army medical unit at Enchind with 26 physicians 65 nurses and 183 privates from Presbyterian hospital in New York.
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Pendleton
White
Athena
Bel
Pum Rock
Athens
Gredster
Portland
Joyer
Wil
Loston
Eomy
Enchind
Ontik
Presbyterian
Lee Plial
New York
Making Ready For Heavy Marching By Beheat Of Chirepesdy
Fifteen graduates from the New York unit attend the feet of the men of the Fourteenth in march readiness. Reported need for the care of soldiers' feet and improved equipment to increase marching endurance. A drill will be presented at the meeting of the committee of the fibers, preparation for the next training phase.
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New York
Lester
Teutons Plot Peace On Their Own Terms
London May 23 German agents push a new peace bid in Europe via propaganda. Reports claim Austria may offer terms, including autonomy for Poland and surrender of strategic districts. Stockholm hosts a German backed “peace conference” with Balkan and Austrian support, while most nations stay absent.
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London
Germany
Teutonic
Antwerp
Alliee
Switzerland
Holland
Austria
Pata
Stockholm
Bulgaria
Joffre and Viviani in Paris Now
Joffre and Ex Premier Viviani arrived in Paris after a secretive transatlantic voyage. The French war commission left New York May 15, traveled aboard the same steamer, and reached New York late at night before heading to Washington and Boston.
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Joffre and
Viviani
Paris
Pais
Joffre
Vivien
New York
Washington
Vivianls
Annia
Boston
Baltimore
County Helps Establish Y M C A Posts
Officials outline steps to set up Y M C A posts across the county. Community leaders discuss funding, site selection, and cooperation with local agencies to promote youth services and activities.
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