Pressure on Carranza Drives International Talks
Washington reports pressure from European powers to prevent Carranza from breaking with the United States amid fears of German influence inflaming Mexico. A proposal for an international commission to calm the border dispute is suggested, with U S officials cautious but hopeful.
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Onnansvenarvagen
Washington
Strone
United Slits
Atate
Agoneloe
Wilien Howly
Mexico
South
Central America
Carrmen
Diarma
Carranza
War Department
Unite
Baker
Washington Awaits Carranza Word Amid War Fears
The Tenth Staton THe anxiously awaits word from Mezivo City fearing General Carranza attitude toward a note sent yesterday. The outcome concerns the war question between the two republics, with officials privately admitting they expect conflict while avoiding formal statements.
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Washington
Ed Worl
Mezivo Chy
Carranza
Mei
Delals
SILLIMAN LEAVES FAGLE PASS FOR MEXICO FRITZ
Detachment of 2,000 Yaqute troops marches toward Medras Negras opposite Hero as civilian population of Biedrox Negran relocates. Concrete SMA arrives from Saltillo via Monclova due to railroad frame closure between Monterey and Neuvo Laredo. Mr. SH man expects to remain for several Mage as the Sant Ameri can Consul to Jeayu Mexico.
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Fagle Pass
Tex
Conordt
Murgin
Carranza
Neuvo Laredo
SH Man
Confirmatory report on Gun Primers Army maneuvers in Bukowina
A despatch from Petrograd details Austrian forces withdrawing from Czernowitz and retreating toward the Romanian border. Russian reserves, led by Mend al Letehneky, were pushed to speed the retreat and threaten the Carpathians, delaying the enemy despite prolonged defenses at Czernowitz.
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London
Bukowina
Tov
Caernowith
Mendal Letehneky
Russians Resist German Advances in Austro Hungarian War
An official statement reports heavy fighting as Austro Hungarian forces press along the Seroth river and west of Molki. Russians resist west of the Ster river while 1,200 infantry and three machine guns are named in the district Lokategh. The Tuasians report engagement with the Aum ielan Tearguard.
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Helen
Seroth
Sta Evport
Lokategh
Cape Ture
Thy Ster
Molki
Molki, Were Driven Back By A Coupter Atwek
Saya
Lulok
Fire damages home from electric wire in Weston residence
A fire early this morning on Sevend Street at the residence of J. W. Mitchell caused about $30 in damage. The blaze appeared to start from an electric wire fault. The report mentions June Lieutomant tine Meimann, a noted Gersian aviator, claiming to have been killed.
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Reese the Raupt
Weston
Shine
J. W Mitchell
Lonhol
Tine Meimann
Bort
George W Swiger dies at 80 in local hospital
George W Swiger aged 80, longtime Hying representative, died after an illness following an operation. Funeral at the Knox home on Laurel Run with Rev John Burnside. burial in Hraws cemetery. Survived by two sons, four daughters, fourteen grandchildren. wife Elise Stout Swiger preceded him. Swiger active in Brown Baptist Church and a respected county citizen.
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George W. Swiger
Hying
Swiger
Keox
Brown
Clutk
Hraws
John Burnside
Absalom Sod
Polly Asbury Swiger
Bh Wak
Elise Stoot
Daugh
Hendamin Stout
Oridgeport
Om Laurerun
Trown
Bwierr
Mire
Susan Knox
Trows
Sone
Mra Allen Taylor
Stone of Tear Restos
John Laaich- Coeee Nae
Wolfe family soldiers tied to Maryland units in Mexico and Vermont
Mary Wolfe of this city reports that her sons and relatives serve the United States armed forces. Two are with the Twelfth Cavalry in Mexico, one with the Twelfth Artillery in Vermont, and several members belong to the Fourth Regiment Maryland National Guard.
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Baltimore
King
Aire
Mary Wolfe
Rix Dow
United States
Twelfth Cavalry
Mexico
Tw Twelfth Artillery
Vermont
Tee
Maryland Natual Guard
Chicago
Jim
Poeblo
United Statin
Harses
Farda
Horgan
Protect
Teitia Agivarus
Monte Vee
Akenta
Unien Staten Anny
Railroad Ready Potent Dispatch Moves to Mount Gretna
Pennsylvania National Guard units from the Seventh and Eighteenth Infantry prepare to entrain at Rhadyalde station for movement to Mt Gretna. Fifteen coaches, seven baggage cars, sixty eight coal cars and two sleeping cars are provided for the Tenth Infantry relocation. Companies expected to move Friday night, with authorities noting continued need for enlistment and possible town security measures.
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Pettsburg
Jun
Omenen
Pennsylvania Railroad
Weidner Duo
Arranomente
Serond Belgede
Pennsylvania National Guard
Mt Gretna
Rhadyalde
Ilelaia
Daw
Troops Mobilize as Second Regiment Arrives at Charleston
June 20 report states the second regiment of the West Virginia National Guard arrived at Charleston to mobilize under Adjutant General Bond. Companies from Welch and Huntington led the advance, with Welch, L. of Mue, and Huntheton units noted. Headquarters are set, training to begin Thursday as remaining units expected early afternoon.
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Charleston
Wail
Virginia National
Texan
Kanaawha City
Bond
Welch
Mueheld
Watib
Packernburg and Spencer
Weer
Ammunition Supply Reported Moving Through Mexico
American refugees from Mexico City arrive with claims that Mexican authorities have seized large stocks and that a government factory in operation produces about 30,000 rounds daily. The report notes rounds carried toward the border and daily walking convoys to augment supply.
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Mexico
Mexico City
Sal em man held on liquor violation charge
Milton Hox of West Union was arrested in Salem on a prohibition charge for possessing liquor in a public place and for carrying unlabelled alcohol. He was jailed Wednesday to await hearing before a magistrate.
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Salem
Milton Hosx
Weet Union
Homring
Drop Charges in Neutrality Case Reported by DOJ
Washington June 21 The Department of Justice Bureau of Investigation telegraphed its MASO agent to drop the charge again involving Frederick Griese a German banker of Mexico City detained yesterday for alleged attempts to violate American neutrality. Investigation found there had been 20 violations.
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Washington
Chilet Bietanks
Justicg Burran
Hia Hl
Maso
Frederick Griese
Mexico City
Astor engagement fuels rumor of vast fortune split
The society pages report Mrs J J Astor’s engagement to William K Litek sparks talk of a $5 million trust fund and her relinquishing Axion income. The planned match involves New York's premier social circle, with details about wills and property tied to the pair.
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Yuri
Madeline Voren Astor
William K. Litek
Hsrooki
Thinlivens
Coline Amite
Fit Avenue
Big Club Booster Week Offer Promises Grand Prize
A garbled promotion urges readers to join the Big Club for a chance at 1000 extra votes and an Overland car prize. It claims a booster week with certificates and renewals, offering six weeks to decide and urging immediate action with clip ballots and coupons.
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Mntr
Sagi
Avery Ein
Eink
Clint
Go- Relters
Thia
Ilfe
Retired Merchant Dies After Illness at Daughter’s Home
Retired Glenwood merchant Sandy, aged 18? years, died at his daughter Mrs J P Walston’s home in Glenwood after a year’s illness. Surviving relatives include Mrs J F Walston of Glenwood, Mrs A C Pigott of Brown, C O Warperts of Sardis, M H Trainor of Lumberport, Joby Sandy of Glenwood, Charles Bandy of Hardin, J B Sandy of Buffalo. He was a longtime Baptist and respected Christian gentleman. funeral arrangements not yet set. Time of funeral views will be announced later.
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Baptist Church
Brown
George W
Earth
Harrson County
Sandy
At & Violock
Thorday
J.P. Walston
Glenwood
JF. Ralston
A.C Pigott
Warperts
Sardis
Trainor
Lumberport
Danditors
Joby Sandy
Glevetend
Charles Bandy
Hardin
J. B. Sandy
Buffalo
Eleuenh
Bouic Taks Ban Test Examining West Virginia Bar
A fragment notes individuals from a law college preparing for the West Virginia State Board bar exam. The text references Keinin Antrvesity and Clark, indicating students or candidates practicing for the state exam in the College of Law. The OCR text is garbled with mispellings.
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West Virginia
College of Law
Keinin
Amonsu
Fy Boule
Clark
Hospitals Seized in Turkey by Forces Amid Diplomatic Row
American authorities report that hospitals run by the American Board of Foreign Missionaries at Manoun and Sivas in Turkey, valued over half a million dollars, have been commandeered by Turkish troops for military use. Missionaries say they were forced to abandon their work as tensions between Britain and Germany escalated over the U-boat crisis.
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Ir Sreadaran
York
Mlanione
Marnovun
Sivas
Turkey
Americnee
Prissi
Germany
Refugees Arrive Washington Under Frosty Weather
Refugees reach Washington amid worsening frost and travel disruptions. Officials report arrivals as relief efforts proceed, with aid supplies prepared for immediate distribution and shelter arrangements being organized by local agencies.
Mexican forces found absent near Guzman report
A distant report states General Pervhing sent a small force toward Guzman and found no Mexican troops along the route. An American scout unit held thirty miles from the Rio Grande area reported no Mexican concentrations and the general noted the withdrawal with no casualties.
Enthusiasm for MHMA Frat Into Military Training Camp
The MHMA fraternity prepares for mobilization with troops and recruiters for a statewide call. Gretna will raise Company I of the battalion as preparations begin for a transition to wartime service. The president urged unity and plans a Thursday meeting for family appeals under federal oversight. Local officials expect citywide aid for wartime labor needs and broader municipal funding for labor during Easter service.
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Piy
Ely
Violent clash reported along Verdun sector trenches
Paris dispatch notes a June 2 attack by German forces northwest of Stheline toward Berrguusdine. French infantry faced enemy assault but repelled the attack thanks to effective French screen fire. No infantry action reported in Verdun sector amid ongoing mutual bombardment.
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Paris
Stheline
Verdun
Wilson Refuses Washington On Woman Suffrage Debate
June 21 at Washington Mrs D S Hooker of Wedmond Virginia spokesman for the Congressional union for Woman suffrage and the Virginia State Federation of Labor left the White House reporting President Wilson opposes federal action and will back state ratification of the amendment.
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Washington
Wilson
Mra D
Hiram
Anthony
Desperate Desertion Report From Mexican Border Towns
Fragmentary report from Douglas on June twenty third describes Mexican civilians fleeing border towns. References to soldiers, military command, and women and children left in care of relatives. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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Douglas
Arle
Wis
Jay
Chiltney
Jett
On Tail Proceedings For Liquor Law Violations
J Henry Wimatie charged with selling liquor unlawfully in a criminal case. Indictments include Wyola Demeasor in the Land of Sam. A Jey Hay tried for aiding unlawfully. Pred Alllier found guilty of unlawfully selling liquor. Millexbatti A Marbert’s case dismissed in Jono Nolewananr.
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J. Henry Wimatie Ie
Land of Sam
Wyola
Jey Hay
Iitat
Pred Alllier
A. Marbert
Jono Nolewananr
Justice nomination sighted in cabinet context
A garbled Washington dispatch from late June notes a pending appointment to the Supreme Court and mentions several officials including General Gregory of Montana and John W. Daniel as possible contenders. The fragment hints at a cabinet role and bench position but lacks clear details.
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Nawmeint
Paten
Washington
Amr
Charlee
Armed Mexican Posse Backs Rural Search Near Dargr
A patrol and posse pursued seven dozen armed Mexicans reportedly near Dargr, about seventy miles west of town. The group was said to be at large today as authorities and residents joined in a broad search effort through the night.
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Jung
Posse
Circus Called Off By Downpour At Thorn Island
Heavy rain caused muddy roads and poor track conditions forcing the circus to cancel its performance near Thorn Island. Crews searched for alternative sites near rail lines but all options proved unsuitable for the large troupe and crowd.
Forty Nine Man Found Guilty At Trail In Waglatrale Tk
The report notes a local trial held Tuesday at Waglatrale Tk ers court concerning a man connected to SHLNSSTOS finery. The defendant faced charges related to a social order event. Proceedings concluded with a verdict and subsequent sentencing details.
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Della Moore
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Hichmond
Charles A. Swiger
Diltrym
China
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J Linn
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TATE
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Tost Law Victim
J. J. Astor
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Solana
John Jatyh
Astor
Madeline Talmage
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Aya
Madeline Furen
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J. F. Ralston
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Rodgers
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