Reds Trapped in Big Scissor Maneuver Around Petrograd
From Helsingfors May 22 and London May 24 report Bolsheviks offer concessions to Allies and anti-Soviet Russians to avert Petrograd capture. Finns advance from north and Esthonians from west squeeze the city, threatening Moscow rail links. Baltic fleet reportedly joins Esthonian forces near Petrograd. Petrograd dissent grows as privations and rumors of evacuation spread amid war demands.
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Frank J. Taylor Helsingfors
London
Petrograd
Moscow
Gulf of Finland
Burning ship Virginia fire kills crew and plunges passengers
Norfolk dispatch reports the Old Bay Line steamer Virginia burned off Smith's Point in Chesapeake Bay early today. Three firemen are dead, several passengers believed missing, and nearly 100 passengers landed in Norfolk. Survivors jumped into the water as flames engulfed the vessel, with searchers later recovering bodies and injuries as authorities continued the grim task.
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Laurie
Kemp
Waslington
Hawker Seen By Vessel In Mid Atlantic
A partial wireless report notes an aircraft sighting by a vessel in the mid Atlantic. The message hints at a Hawker aircraft possibly flying a long Atlantic crossing route, with further reports awaiting confirmation from aviators and news agencies.
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Wind and Rain Storm Leaves City Marked by Damage
Severe storm swept through the city with thunder and lightning. Heavy rainfall reached over 100 inches, wind gusts around 42 miles per hour caused downed trees on Madison Street and property damage on Tomiana Street and Malt Avenue. Weather forecaster Maj. Ann Buell notes abnormal conditions and a disturbed barometer. Contirmed on Page Two.
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Combat units to return home by end of June
General announces All American combat divisions or units will be out of France by end of June. May figures show 100000 troops scheduled to depart with about 200008 details.
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Tasaheny
Treaty Foretold to Be Signed Between June 10 and 15
Paris dispatch reports peace circles forecast the treaty will be signed between June 10 and 15 or the armistice will be broken. Foreseen German stance favors small changes, hoping to frame any modification as a diplomatic victory while eastern tensions and potential unrest loom if talks fail.
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Carl D, Groat
United Press
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Silesia
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Ered
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Paris
Railroad Administration seeks over a billion in 1918 1930 appropriations
The Railroad Administration asks Congress for 200 million dollars more for 1918 and 1930, a 450 million rise on the prior request blocked by a Republican filibuster. Berlin peace talks loom with Allied response due after review of German center proposals. German leaders Kantaky and Pudrweki travel to Versailles. Polish forces cross the Dniester as fighting continues despite hopes for ceasefire.
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City Shows Broad Support for Suffrage Amid Mixed Ballots
A late evolving citywide vote reports strong support for woman suffrage, with precincts showing a roughly three to one lead in some areas, while anti-prohibition and other amendments attract varied responses. Voter interest appears modest, and margins are closely split across districts.
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Thinaire
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Tyra
Pro and Suffrage Lead Van in State Election
Pro and suffrage movement gains highlighted as a state election looms in June. The article notes a large troop demobilization and record returning numbers from France, with 289,120 officers and men sailing May to May 20, and 153,903 sailing in the week ending May 5. General Pershing reported the War Department’s ongoing mobilization progress.
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War Department
Light turnout marks Texas constitutional vote today
United Press dispatch from Dallas reports scattered statewide returns showing a light vote in today’s constitutional amendment election. Despite intermittent showers, both suffrage and prohibition amendments held substantial majorities. Houston and Southeast Texas saw light voting but led by the amendments. Paris Sherman Waxahachie and Wichita Falls echoed light turnout with both amendments seemingly carrying. Bonham noted rain and light voting with both amendments sure to carry.
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Texas
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Waxahachie
Wichita Falls
Bonham
San Antonio population hits 175000 mark
Population in San Antonio is estimated at about 175000, up from 150000 two years ago, with growth fueled by returning soldiers, construction, and new employment. The figure excludes the floating wartime population, and many homes are being built citywide as manufacturers add workers. Four armed men attempted a highway hold up near Kelly Field, but no witnesses reported seeing them or hearing shots.
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Appler
TF. C. Justilien
Titeratomy Normosie
Cumberland Road
Kelly Field
Otlock
Cape A. 0
van Riper
Baker
Cross A
San Antonians urged to fund infant welfare effort
City health chief Dr. W A King warns of infant deaths in San Antonio due to heat and poor feeding. He calls for residents to donate milk and ice through the Infant Welfare Fund of the Evening News and Express to supply free milk and guidance for the coming summer.
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Evening News and Express
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Lor
Worth San Ariane and Dallas Hatteries results
Baseball results from the Worth San Ariane and Dallas Hatteries games with listed batters, innings, and umpire notes. Cincinnati and New York games are summarized with score details, while Philadelphia and Chicago matchups feature noted pitchers, catches, and umpires. A late item notes Nunamaker suing a taxi company for injuries.
Embargo on Money Shipments Raises Trade Tensions
Vienna reports an embargo on shipments of money tied to an international remittance system. Officials describe controls affecting dollars moved from New York through European channels, with Austrian authorities noting expanding measures and potential impact on trade and finance.
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