Batavier V Blown Up At North Sea Front
Dutch steamer Batavier V of 1500 tons was blown up in the North Sea with four crew members lost. The remaining crew landed at Great Yarmouth on a voyage from Rotterdam to London. British destroyers and monitors engaged German warships off the Belgium coast with no British casualties. At Verdun, German grenadiers attacked French positions near Dead Man Hill. the assault failed. Farther east along the Meuse Verdun front both sides pressed with bombardments and shelling of bivouacks and rail hubs.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
London
Lloyds
Great Yarmouth
Batavier V
North Sea
Rotterdam
Belgium
Verdun
Paris
Dead Man Hill
Meuse
Particuar
Vaux Posite
Damvillers
Metz
Frescati
Brie
Chaumont
Brieulles
Clery
Nantillois
Romagne
Apremont
Grand Pre
Eic-Sur-Aisne
Americ as aboard Eretria sunk. crew reportedly unharmed
Reports from Washington and London confirm the Canadian steamship Eretria was torpedoed near Pak 7. The Amer ican consul at La Rochelle says three American citizens were aboard and the crew is unharmed. Dispatches from Lloyds corroborate the sinking and crew safety.
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Gby
Associated Press
Herald-Star
Washington
la Rochelle
France
State Department
Eretria
Counsoonera Skinner
London
Lloyds
Ben
Sudden Exit Shocks Poughkeepsie Wedding Plans
Detective search for Dr Freeman Stanislau O'Brien a Michigan graduate who vanished with his car and medicine case on the eve of his wedding to Agnes Olive Timmins daughter of a wealthy retired shoe merchant A robbery and murder theory surrounds the case with the couple’s wedding rehearsal canceled after the groom failed to appear.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Poughkeepsie N. Y
Freeman Stanislau O’brien
University of Michigan
Agnes Olive Timmins
O'Brien
O’brien
Seven New Bishops Balloting Resumes at Conference
Saratoga Springs May 17 Associated Press reports balloting for seven Methodist Episcopal bishops continued as the General Conference resumed. The first ballot yielded no two-thirds votes with Rev Dr Thomas Nicholson, secretary of the board of education, leading after tallying 412 votes among over 262 candidates.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Saratoga Springs
N. Y
Methodist Episcopal Church
General Conference of the Demonation
Thomas Nicholson
Board of Education
Ohio Weather Forecast Looks for Light Frosts Tonight
Ohio remains fair and cool through night and Thursday with light frosts possible in low areas of the northwest. The outlook calls for continued cool conditions and dry skies nationwide, with minor temperature dips expected during early mornings. Royal Weather Service data indicate gentle winds and clear conditions.
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Ohio
Wile Co
Eight Sailors Probable Lost After San Francisco Grounding
The U S cruiser San Francisco ran aground in Vineyard Sound near Great Round Shoal during a gale. A battleship and coast guard cutters were dispatched to assist, but later unofficial reports claimed the ship freed herself though officials offered no confirmation.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Boston
U. S
San Francisco
Vineyard Sound
New Hampshire
Coast Guard
Acushnet
Gresham
Melville
Mesages
Charlestown Navy Yard
Wisconsin Kent jury trial in Orpet murder case
University of Wisconsin Kent, charged with the murder of Marion Lambert, his former sweetheart, faces a tough jury selection as 136 summoned begin venire and most prospective jurors are excused for preformed opinions. Orpet plans to testify in his own defense.
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University of Wisconsin Kent
Marion Lambert
Orpet
West Penn Railways win injunction in Faytte County union fight
In Faytte County Pa on May 17 the West Penn Railways obtained a preliminary injunction from Judge E H Reppert to bar the Amalgamated Association of Street and Electrical Railway Employes and VP J J Thorpe from interfering with the companys operations. A full hearing is set for next Saturday.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Uniontown
West Penn Railways
Faytte County
E. H. Reppert
Amalgamated Association of Street and Electrical Railway
J. J. Thorpe
German note warns neutral ships on German subs
In a note presented to Secretary Lansing Count von Bernstorff warns neutral governments that merchant ships flying neutral flags must follow international law when stopped by a German submarine and face danger if they steer toward a submarine. Secretary Lansing said the note prompted no U S action and the state department will publish it without formal steps. the communication was also sent to other neutral maritime nations.
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Washington
Germany
Lansing
Count von Bernstorff
United States
State Department
Seven Arrests in Rush Run Bowling Alley Riot
Seven more arrests followed a Sunday bowling alley riot in Rush Run. Miner Charles Ronyatz was struck and seriously injured, while Frank Vades and John Brado face interfering with an officer charges. Others including Steve Chatto Campbell Tosa Alexander Brock Joseph Minor and John Alexander were jailed on gambling charges. Paul Chucka Steve Sharkey and additional suspects face assault with intent to kill. Ronyatz is improving and should recover.
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Rush Run
Charles Ronyatz
Frank Vades
John Brado
Steve Chatto
Campbell
Tosa
Alexander Brock
Joseph Minor
John Alexander
Paul Chucka
Steve Sharkey
Ronyatz
Rush
Squire Dunn
First Year Of Drawing And Penmanship In Public Schools
The Grant school hosts a first year exhibit of drawing and penmanship under Mrs. Rachel B. Wood. Pupils from primary to eighth grade display progress from nature studies to constructive designs and posters. Wood emphasizes simplicity and legibility, teaching arm movement and gradual letter development to foster future advancement.
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Rachel B. Wood
Grant School
Wood
Ohio
Steubenville
Porto Rico
Ohio Valley
Grant Grant School
Wells Grammar School
Conference of Charities and Corrections Meeting Report
Isaac Brown reported to the Ways and Means Committee on a voluminous conference summary from Indianapolis. The delegates urged reform measures including commission government, compulsory examinations for job applicants, school entry screening, a visiting nurse program, and compulsory marriage license examinations. The Indiana School Creed was presented affirming child rights and protections.
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Conference of National Charities and Corrections
Indianapolis
Ind
Ways and Means Committee
Isaac Brown
Steubenville Chamber of Commerce
Brown
Steubenville
Sieura
United Ber of Commerce
Edith Stringer
Bess Merryman
Social Service Union
Indiana
Huston
Pan Handle
W. EF. Polen
Chamber of Commerce
Polen
Mr. Jones
Frank Jewell Raymond
Victoria Theatre
Mr. Raymond
Wilson replies to Pope Benedict on war and peace
President Wilson has replied to Pope Benedict's message seeking to avoid war over the submarine issue. The exchange, conveyed via Monsignor Bonzano, remains private as officials say it concerns broader peace rather than immediate Europe action. No public disclosure is planned, and secretary Grew’s visit home is noted with a possible imperial message mentioned.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Washington
Wilson
Pope Benedict
United States
Germany
Europe
Monsignor Bonzano
White House
Secretary Grew
Berlin
Emperor William
Nominating Louis D Brandies To Supreme Court
Washington May 17 The nomination of Louis D Brandies to the Supreme Court will be acted upon by the Senate judiciary committee next Wednesday By unanimous consent the committee decided to vote at that time.
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Washington
Louis D. Brandies
Supreme Court
Senate Judiciary Committee
Troops Arrive In Columbus On Special Train
Two car loads of Alabama militiamen arrived at Columbus Georgia on a special train. The report notes their arrival follows tense regional mobilization with limited details on unit designation or immediate actions.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Columbus
Georgia
Alabama
Girard
Raids Planned Across State Line Targeting Illicit Liquor Sales
Authorities plan raids just across the state line to seize liquor sold illegally in numerous locations. The operation aims to curb unlawful sale and distribution of alcohol in the area.
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Abama
Vermin Inhabited Lockup Case Involves Gin and Jail Time
Mrs Sav Cutie colored of lower Market street was found guilty of furnishing liquor to Mrs Jennie Dore while in the city lockup. Mayor McMister fined her 60 dollars and costs, or jail if unpaid. Witnesses included George Bickerstaff and Mrs Dore, who admitted gin but denied Curtis provided it.
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Sav’ Cutie Colored
Lower Market Street
Jennie Dore
McMister
Dore
George Bickerstaff
Bickerstaff
Westinghouse strike ends as 90 percent return to work
The Pittsburgh strike affecting nearly 30,000 workers, begun April 22, was officially called off last night. Andrew T. McNamara of the AFL said about 90 percent of unorganized workers have returned, with efforts to organize remaining employees ongoing. Sheridan troop and Troop I had been on strike duty since Braddock riots and were withdrawn, leaving two troops still on duty and one governor's troop to depart today.
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Pittsburgh
Westinghouse
Andrew T. McNamara
American Federation of Labor
Sheridan Troop
Troop I
Sunbury
Braddock
Ich
A. J. Logan
Police guard rail depots as 700 drivers strike in Chicago
Police guarded rail stations and eight express company depots in Chicago after 700 wagon drivers began a strike. One man was fatally injured yesterday as drivers picketed and blocked deliveries. Bricks were thrown, arrests made, wagons turned back, and downtown business was minimal while no wagons operated in the residential area.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Chicago
Railroa
Bandits Murder Ten Chinese Merchants in Mexico
Associated Press report from Columbus New Mexico May 17 describes bandits likely Villa affiliates killing ten Chinese merchants at San Antonio Mexico after American troops withdrew. It notes warnings to locals allied with Americans and that an American storekeeper Jesse Deemer was rescued by U S soldiers after raiders captured him at Glenn Springs and Bogui las Texas.
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Associated Press
Herald-Star
Columbus
N. M
San Antonio
Mexico
Villa
Occupi
Marathon
Tex
Jesse Deemer
Glenn Springs
Boguillas
Texas
Terry
Deen
Mon Payne
Payne
Deemer
Pope Plant Fire Traced to Crossed Wires
A short circuit at the Pope plant of the Phill Sheet and Tin Plate Company on High streets caused a blaze in the power plant area last night. Fire crews arrived at 8:05 PM and, after a 30 minute fight, of wires and smoke were brought under control. operations resumed once wiring was replaced.
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Pope
Phill Sheet and Tin Plate Company
Reliance
Phoenix
Rems
Dock and coke plant at La Belle WV advances on Ohio riverfront
Construction proceeding on the fronting dock at the La Belle coke plant on the West Virginia side of the Ohio river. A lengthy dock will occupy the river frontage as dredging and crane work continues for a week, with concrete and operations planned soon. Coal from Ohio river mines will fuel the ovens, and river shipments will supply heavy daily usage. Wellsburg dam No 11 wickets lowered to aid work boats, keeping water levels low to expedite dock construction and piers.
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Ohio River
Oke
la Belle
West Virginia
Pla
Wellsburg
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Ulser
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Sary
Big Chuiece
WAY Employes
West Penn Co
Railway Organization
Charles Ronyatt
Grant Building
Conference of Charities and Corrections
Mr. Brown
Father Sahol
Toronto
MR. Wilson
Ing Gin
American Federation
Fire Department
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