Congress Votes 21 Billion as Arms Bill Passes
Washington July 2 Congress approved a 21 billion dollar package the largest money day in modern history. The conference report funded 14.9 million naval and 8 billion in other appropriations plus 21.5 billion for army needs. Provisions authorize volunteer service and a Pan American force, create a provost marshal general, and adjust conscription and funding rules. Major actions included adopting the navy bill and offering President powers to organize volunteers and foreign legions.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
Bowie
Alune
Nk Feedy
Amihosjelné
Przoolee
Marzhal
Growder
Farden
Profiteering Probe Targets U S Packers and War Gains
Washington officials report profiteering by four major American packers and related firms amid wartime demand. The investigation links monopolistic control to price manipulation across meats copper flour and other goods. It cites billions in profits over 1914 1917 and notes officials paid high wages while government pricing restrained packers.
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Washington
Trades Commission
He Senate
Ebmwlgslén
Senate
Packere
Arosnne
Swit
Morris, Wilson and Dudley
Wheat prices rise as government raises wheat price
New york july 2 government wheat price increased after food administration statement. Changes aim to align with new rationing measures and administration requirements. Chicago river figure noted at 2.26 dollars, eight cents up from last year. Washington july 1 war trade board lists enemy trading additions with 429 updated items and Mexico leading with 83 groups, Korea second with 20.
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Kew York
Food Administration
MH Acus
Washington
War Trade Board
Mexico
Konto Secon
Philadelphia Newspaper Suspends Announcement
A fragmented note reports a suspension in Philadelphia with a July announcement noting a merit and a purchase by Cyrus Hi for the Publie Lode. The garbled text references the Evenly Colayaph and ownership changes affecting local publication.
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Philadelphia
HiiTadelphi
Cyrus Hi. K. Gurtle
Iowa State a News Archbishops Death and State Bankers Meet
Iowa reports Archbishop Kedind died after a lengthy illness at the cathedral parish. More than 2,000 bankers from across the state attended the annual state bankers convention in Ottumwa. The thirteenth convention closed with record attendance as addresses were delivered by Governor Wardlin and Mayor Fairweather.
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Jaba Joseph Kedind
Dusigde
State Bankers' Convention
Butugua
Thara Whit
Davenport
Matton
Fee
Wike
Omumwa
Addrretes
Gor
Wardlin
Fairweather
de Latine
Mra
Max Mayer
Town City
Marne
Countrie
Plang
Des Staines
W. Z. Harper
Olummin
Tig Mit
United States Fund Administration
Adituls
Marpor
Toc Busterss
Iowa National Guard
Pourth
Camp Nodeo
Te Army Y. MG. A
Camp Dodge
Joe Willie
Colfax
Voldler
Banks
Herlie
Secretary of State
Herlin
Lincoln
Rustici Savings Bank
Lincoln Savings
Charles H. Fridle
Menslaupnor
Haxter
Wille Sper
Logan
Ite
Sioux Ciy
R. W. Vaeper
Kiaue
Atreelé
Eno
Edornes
Jeeper
France
Rivate
Maloi Vancaster
Council Mtutts
Anity
Chapultepec Navonal Mictazy College of Mexico
Loing
Tia
Apper Grenad
Garvin
Cliptor
Raven Peake
Nerveley
Cal
Universal military training proposal eyed by administration
The White House, citing a need to prepare youths for defense, plans universal military training and a draft age extension. A draft-age rise awaits congressional action while War Baker supports the move as the Army General Staff drafts a broader scheme to defeat Germany.
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Svashington
Wiiton
Congress
Munauye
Baker
Senate
War Department
Army
Germany
May bar beer in ninety days proposed by committee
Washington political notes report a cultural committee backing a constitutional amendment to national prohibition. If enacted the measure would outlaw beer whisky and wine use after a set date pending executive approval.
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Washington
Fonte Auecultural
Norria
Nebraski
Kuhatttuto
Seriitor
Wasl
Cupalvlerithasr
Ote
Nations hold talks on future war exchange and treatment
German and American delegates discuss invited participation in a world conference on wartime exchange and treatment. Washington hosts talks as the United States opens its door to representatives for formal talks on postwar policies.
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Washington
Germany
United States
Airplane Tester Killed at Dayton
A fragmentary report describes the death of Lester Thiott, a twenty year old tester for a New York based company, while at a Dayton facility. The details are garbled but indicate a fatal accident during a tying or nose operation at a high facility, with unclear timing and location specifics.
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Dayton
Baylon Oy
Lester Thiott
Tas Angelen
New York
Fierott
Kato
War-time Fatalities in France Reported for Armyn Unit
Fragmentary OCR notes report U S soldiers dying in France with a caption mentioning Amestown Anny and a list of fallen names including Maynar and Obseetee. The crambe to vii and other garbled phrases obscure details. The item suggests official casualty notices or obituary briefs from wartime coverage.
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U.S
Mutiny in Hungarian Garrisons Sparks Death Toll Debate
Paris dispatch reports mutinies in Gyor and Meer garrisons across Hungary with about 2000 troops involved and executions alleged. Revolutionary unrest spreads as Austria and Hungary face upheaval. In Budapest, widespread strikes halt all work as protesters demand change amid rumors of a larger European crisis. London notes Finland facing political turmoil and protests as replacement measures loom.
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Paris
Cies
Gyor
Meer
Austin
Bie
Nya
Budapest
I Wa
Presler Wekeric
Nibrlere
Building Collapse Kills One as Wall Traps Nearby Shops
A building collapse in a commercial district killed one person and trapped several others. Witnesses report debris and falling walls after a remodeling project. Authorities believe the casualty count may rise as rescue teams search the rubble. Local officials and a senator condemned the incident and pledged investigations into the structural failure.
Columbus Car Men Strike Amid Service Dispute
Columbus transit workers walk out on Monday morning prompting delays as employers meet resistance. Management reportedly urged a swift resolution while crews return to operations by the end of the week amid rising tensions.
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Columbus Car
Ceimeilins
Comitayey
Built on lines of beauty in modern architecture
A critique of architectural style argues that beauty and utility must align. Chicago and Midwest architects push toward structures that blend aesthetic appeal with practical function, elevating libraries and public buildings as essential to civic dignity and enduring industrial progress.
Surves Made For Beauty On Hie River Pathways
A fragmented 19th century text discusses river courses and landscape planning. It notes the appeal of broad graceful curves in waterways while warning abrupt changes hinder travel. The piece mentions planting natural elements to smooth travel along a cubic highway and preserve scenic value.
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Tony Rirentent
Loritier Fem
Iertix
Pretty Shingle Fence and Surrounding Prohibitions
The fragment describes a weathered shiplap fence around a shingle bungalow with logs and bowlders, noting four shingle frnes and a reference to a Tupolar Meéehuniles Musquene, though details are unclear and many terms are garbled.
What It Take and Other Puzzling Fragments
A fragmented OCR note lists jumbled phrases and stray terms about places rivers watches and people. It references Wal emitted tor and Groug Simlet with unclear context or dates, suggesting an edited crossword style code or garbled local notices without coherent events.
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Uae
Senate Votes Down Draft Age Rise Amid War Debate
Washington July 1 reports say the Senate defeated a draft age increase as part of a troop movement plan to France. Amendments sought universal military training and different age limits. votes reflected ongoing unity and disagreement on mobilization details.
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Washington
Felday
Uya Fett
Thernwick
Georain
Ucatt
Finein Wick
Iin
Now
Indies
Warren
Wyoming
Warrens
Senate
France
Pavern Mutson
Firehcock
Hes
McCuniher
North Dakota
Beaten U-Boat Leader Seeks Postwar World Roles
Chicago July 1 Charles Ste Reterah noted as a leading builder and financier outlines postwar plans in a bold speech. He predicts 90 to 100 new ships annually, with total production surpassing 100,000 units and the United States emerging as the world’s greatest worktime power after the war. The American May era will end, replaced by a period of reconstruction and global prominence.
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Washington
Roker
Marcy Ead
War Department
Senate
Chamberlain
Hols
Alteheack
France
Wade
Chieaga
Charles Ste Reterah
Taster Ebigbuilder
Nie
Elie
Chicago
New Czar On Suss Throne In Disputed Russia
A muddled wireless dispatch from Stockhahlur claims Nicholas Nicholateviets was elected emperor as government forces under Koralloff and Ruledhives move toward Moscow with German troops reported to occupy the city. The German press questions the overthrow and the new regime amid ongoing turmoil.
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London
Joburg
Wey
Dasol
Swizceland
Ukraine
Tauennae
L Iia
Tie
Bulstenk
Skilvelmburg
Nicholas Momunoe
Nbot Bing
Lucklig
Alexia Nowanoff
Forwer Caur
Nicholas
Exchinge
Conenhagen
Mennot Alexindravitel
Omak
Ruvelis Vyviey
Volegenph
Coponingeh
Czar Nietotan
Ihtuwr
Nicholas Nicholatevitets
Geran
Moscow
Gertiin
Deutsele ‘Kupesgettung Erentite
Yu Taor Bn
Vii Elzetes
Wb Rawnatyge Celegimple
House Passes Bond Issue In Washington Vote
The House approved a broad bond proposal worth 9 billion dollars amid a swift proceeding. The measure, supported by most members, outlines funding for nationwide infrastructure and related projects with minimal debate observed.
Atlantic Flight Receives 950000 Funding in Salieday Decision
A Salieday ruling awards 950000 to Atlantic Flight, detailing regulatory steps and the involvement of New Varin authorities. The decision references a supreme court panel and outlines funding use for project oversight and regulatory compliance.
Survivors Land NTs in Pekovace Eagle Atte Is
Dyingk survivors reach Pekovace post clash with Eagle Atte Is in Barliis. Two dalled fea remain, while Dew tntas and rearppeerternil persist as part of the aftermath.
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