German Note Defends Lusitania Sinking as Self Defense
Germany replies to U S notes on the Lusitania sinking, contending its action was in justified self defense and that neutral ships may be attacked if they carry war materiel or violate wartime rules. Berlin argues British ships, including the Lusitania, were armed and used civilians as cover, and cites investigations and prior incidents while awaiting American response.
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Berlin
Germany
United States
Lusitania
Vat Gow
Gerard
Ray
Alys
Geek
Rman
Gerard the Lowing
Cushing
Gulfit
Erbasty
Ger
Gern
Rnational Commission of Inquiry
Tng
Mer Tusitania
Ameri
Unitedes
Imperi
Lustania
London
Vivendi
Great Britain
Boys urged to join Ohio corn growing contest
The Ohio Agricultural Commission urges boys to enter the Bureau of Junior Contests corn growing contest by noon June 15. Entries gain seed corn value, possible free trips to the Ohio State Fair, and chances for national capital visits, with railroad fare and meals paid. Governor Willis supports the effort and blanks are available from the Bureau in Columbus.
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Ohio Agricultural Commission
Bureau of Junior Contests
The
Agricultural Commission
Willis
Columbus
President Wilson May Sever Ties With Germany
Washington reports say President Wilson plans no comment until cabinet review of Germany’s note. Count Bernstorff to visit, amid strong editorials favoring a prompt American reply. Some see possible severance of diplomatic relations if the answer fails to meet U S law and humanity, with non-intercourse as a secondary option if rights are violated.
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Associated Press
Herald Star
Washington
Jane L
Wilson
Germany
Count Bernstorff
Lusitania
Infant Daughter and Son of William Newton Notice
Infant daughter of Wm Newton, 1236 Oregon, born Monday at noon. Son of William and [name missing], 761 North Seventha, born Tuesday at 6:40 a.m. Both babies ten months? Some details unclear in OCR. report records as birth notices with stated addresses and times.
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Wm. Newton
Oregon
William
New Ohio Congressional Districts Listed by Spargue Bill
The complete district list follows Spargue bill passed Saturday night. Districts include parts of Hamilton, Preble, Montgomery, Butler, and many others across 21 districts. Governor Willis vetoed the Fox bill on county districts and signed several bills aiding schools and counties.
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Columbus
Hamilton
Preble
Montgomery
Butler
Allen
Darke
Shelby
Putnam
Auglaize
Mercer
Pickaway
Greene
Hardin
Delaware
Champaign
Logan
Hancock
Lucas
Sandusky
Eric
Ottawa
Lawrence
Gallia
Jackson
Adams
Scioto
Pike
Vinton
Meigs
Athens
Fairfield
Jerry
Hocking
Franklin
Seneca
Wyandot
Ashland
Crawford
Richland
Huron
Holmes
Wayne
Coshocton
Cuyahoga, Lake, Geauga
Willis
Potwell
Lustig
County to spend 16500 from state highway funds on road gaps
County Commissioners plan to use 16000 from the State Highway Department to fill gaps in Salt Run road Reed's Mill hill and Skelly hill as first projects. State cooperation is sought and expected. Public support is voiced for immediate work to proceed.
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State High Way Department
Salt Run
Reed's Mill Hill
Skelly’ Hill
State Highway Department
Beetham bill would not affect primary nominations
Columbus June 1 The Beetham bill abolishing nominating petitions awaits Governor Willis approval and would not bar August 1 primaries if signed. It remains inoperative 90 days for a referendum. It requires a declaration of candidacy with five party voters and a fee of half a percent of the annual salary.
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Columbus
Beetham
Willis
Secretary of State
Family Reunion Plans for Shulte-Winings Family
The fourth annual reunion of Shulte-Winings will be held at Shulte grove near Codie Tanetion day June 10 1915. A basket lunch at noon and an afternoon program with Germane drama music Rev Sam Purviance and children of the Children's Bethel. A free will offering for the Bethel. Those wishing to attend should notify secretary Wilber Shultz K F D 3 Jewett Ohio.
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Teday
Sam Purviance
Polish wedding on North Street crowds neighborhood
A Polish wedding celebration was held on upper North street last evening with corvens of guests and no printed invitations. The entire neighborhood served as spectators as dancing and plenty of food marked the Democratic crowd with mothers bringing their babies.
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Upper North Street
Larceny Charged Man Remains in Mercer Court Jail
Squire Mercer court records show 7 Wal Pictkevich detained in jail on a larceny charge. Police report indicates ongoing proceedings and no set release date at this time.
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Wal Pictkevich
Squire Mercer
Noted West Virginia Banker James Beard Dies in Wellsburg
James Nelson Beard a leading Brooke county banker aged about 65 collapsed and died at noon in Wellsburg yesterday. A lifelong figure in local finance he was widely regarded as the best known man in the county with extensive ties to Brooke county banks and financial institutions over many years.
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James Nelson Beard
West Virginia
Wellsburg
Mr. Beard
Brooke County
Appeal Case in Knox Township Transcript Adjour ned Session
Appeal case from Ohio involving Lottie M Dran and Elmer Phillips. Docket of Justice O Y Crawford notes adjourned sessions in Knox township. Assistant Attorney General H S Ballard and Prosecuting Attorney C Brown aid proceedings. State Inspector John A Bliss attends to review matters.
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Ohio
Lottie M. Dran
Elmer Phillips
O. Y. Crawford
Knox Township
Grand Jury
H. S. Ballard
C. Brown
John A. Bliss
Damages Sought in Coal Company Injury Suit
John Wasenikros of Y and O Coal Co seeks $5,025 damages for injuries alleged to have occurred on July 9, 1913. Negligence is claimed. Cohen is attorney for the plaintiff.
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John Wasenikros
Y.:& O. Coal Co
Cohen
Funeral of Mrs Nath Held at Holy Name Church
The funeral for Mrs John A Nath was held at Holy Name Church this morning at 8 30. A solemn requiem mass was celebrated by Father Weigand with Father Dooley as deacon and Father Quailey as sub deacon. Pallbearers included Lawson Thomas H Smith Thomas Porter Manin Houlihan John Fishinger.
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John’a. Nath
Holy Name
Father Weigand
Father Dooley
Father Quailey
Paw Eee Lawson
Thomas H. Yet Smith
Thomas Porter
Manin Houli«han
John Fishinger
What is the lesson your son learns from these men
A reflective poem on aging veterans and the meaning of sacrifice. It questions what society teaches a son about courage, duty, and the value of those who march toward graves, contrasting public applause with the deeper cost of service and the right to live.
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Ohio Agricultural Commis
Sion
Severance
Aed
Fox
Ernor
Trenawry
Gilmore
Chapman
Pe — Missioners
Penn Muller
Montgomery County
Snyder
Hedtham
Beetham Bill
Tion
Steubenville
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