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Newspaper

Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1919

Page

4

British censor blamed for sly leaks in cable

Herbert Corey reports in New York that British censorship faced a trial over alleged leaks of cable traffic to American and British firms in South America. The Export Managers' association concluded with the verdict not proven, noting leaks occurred but no proof of censor interference.

Herbert Corey New York Export Managers’ Association of England Downing Street Great Britain South America Isis South Amrrica North America L.as Export Managers’ Association

Troop Movements Arrive From Various Ports May 2

New York reports 53 officers and 1220 men of the 2th division arrived from St Nazaire via Pin land with 30 officers and 1400 men of the 103rd engineers. Finland brought 3500 troops including hospital and convalescent units. West Alsek and Alloway ferried 82 casuals, 26 from New York. Bordeaux sent 2002 troops with hospital units and aero squadrons. Newport News saw Koningen Der Nederlanden arrive with 2263 officers and men, many from Rainbow division. Mallory port reported 2 officers and 69 men, last detachment of 25th evacuation hospital from Camp Dodge arrived on Mallory.

New York Pinland St. Nazaire 103Rd Engineers Finland Newport News West Alsek la Pallice Alloway Bordeaux Henry R Koningen der Nederlanden Rainbow Division Mallory Port 25Th Camp Dodge

Senate passes Jewell search and seizure bill in Illinois

In Springfield Illinois the senate approved the Jewell bill by 29 to 11 to enforce prohibition. The measure bans sale purchase or transport of intoxicating liquors in dry areas and requires a permit from the attorney general to handle liquor. Amendments add private residence safeguards and define intoxicating liquor as containing 0.5 percent alcohol. Debate included sharp remarks by Senators Boehm and Canaday attacking the bill and the Anti Saloon League.

Springfield Hil Senate Illinois John D. Boehm Stephen D. Canaday Anti-Saloon League

Belgium Demands Full Treaty Fulfillment From War Aims

The Belgian government plans very strong actions at the peace conference. Belgium will not accept terms proposed by the council. It will seek complete fulfillment of promises in France Britain Italy Japan and Wilson's 14 points. It demands restoration of political and economic independence and full indemnity for war damage.

Belgium Soir France Great Britain Italy Japan Wilson

Deadly Bomb Sent To Senator Overman

The Salisbury New York postmaster telegraphed the post office department that a package containing a bomb, similar to those found in New York, was received there addressed to Senator Overman. The postmaster holds the package. Overman, an acting chairman of the Senate judiciary committee, led wartime espionage act measures and chaired a committee probing pro-German propaganda.

Washington Salisbury N. Y Post Office Department New York Senator Overman Senate Judiciary Committee Overman Ife Senate

Eighth District Holds Honors With 56.3 Percent Of Quota

The Eighth Federal Reserve District reports victory note sales totaling 109,787,750 with 18,261,000 for the day and a 66.3 percent completion, keeping St. Louis in the lead as Indiana climbs to 82.2 percent. Missouri tops state counts with 50.7 percent and 17,676,350 in sales. Kentucky leads counties with 19 over quota, followed by Arkansas with 16 and Indiana with 11.

ST. Louis Eighth Federal Reserve District Chicago Indiana Sonnetag Evansville Tennessee Mississippi Arkansas Kentucky Liberty Loan Louisville Jefferson County Crabtree Jacksonville Egypt Windis Missouri

Naval Tug Gypsum Queen Sinks After Striking Rock

Two officers and 14 sailors of the Gypsum Queen drowned when the tug struck a rock and sank near Armen light off the coast of France on April 28 while returning to Brest after aiding a fleet of mine sweepers in distress.

Washington Armen Light France Hrest

Heavy tin wash boiler with metallic bottom sale

Heavy tin wash boiler with a metallic bottom designed to outwear the sides. It features stationary handles and a seamless cover. Special sale price is $2.59.

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