American forces at Vera Cruz reinforced by War Department
Berlin reports a cipher word result as American troops at Vera Cruz are to be largely reinforced by the War Department. A drifting captive balloon was struck and fell near Zetsen south of Berlin, with the military telegraph battalion involved in balloon experiments.
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Berlin
Germany
Ughteibe
Zetsen
Batalion
Armistice lore sparks talk of Vera Cruz reinforcement
Reports indicate the War Department weighs a sizable American force to guard Vera Cruz and push toward Mexico City. Secretary Garrison and top officers discussed sending reinforcements after dispatches from Vera Cruz and a Tampico oil-well fire. No orders issued yet but preparations consider protecting lives and property as tensions rise.
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Funston
Tampico
Mex
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Garrison
Star
Rexport
Oceana Funston
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
Portn
Rockefeller cited in call to end Colorado coal strike
Indianapolis May 8 a report from the United Mine Workers of America quotes John D Rockefeller as urging a peaceful settlement of the Colorado coal strike. The statement condemns violence and property damage, pledges fair labor relations, notes a majority of workers walked off, and rejects allegations of widespread faults among striking employees.
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Indianapolis
Ind
John D. Rockefeller
Colorado
Minora
Namin
Operatora
Strike push debated by miners in Indianapolis report
A Paula committee report to the International Executive Board of United Mine Workers in America discussed tactics for a general strike. The report notes that pushing for aid from Colorado and 42 percent appeal was considered, while cautioning that a strike at this time may not be wise for organized miners.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Paula Commurttae
International ‘Executive ‘Board
United Mineworkers At America
Colorado
Congress 10 Submits DhY Amendment to Prohibit Alcohol
Reported from Washington on May 3, West Virginia expects earlier action on the proposed constitutional amendment banning manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages. A joint resolution has been sent to the House. Senate judiciary committee may forward it favorably, aiming for swift calendar placement.
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Janestat
Washington
D.C
West Virginia
Avery
Promiio
Virginia
Waihi
Sutton
United States
Senate
Hote
Juice Incy Committée
iHouse
Senate Judiciary Committee
Congress
Confidence in New Federal Reserve Board
The public expresses confidence in the Federal Reserve Board with bankers and business men of ability. The new personnel include Paul Warburg, Harry Wheeler, Adolph Caspar Miller, and W. P. G. Hard, all prominent in banking and economics. G. McAdoo as treasury secretary and John Skelton Williams as comptroller note the board members’ $12,000 salary.
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Federal Reserve Board
Richard Olney
Paul Warburg
Yorke
Harry A. Wheeler
Chicago
Adolph Caspar Miller
Sanfrancisco
Birmingham
Ala
South
Treasury Department
G McAdoo
Treasury
John Skelton Williams
Military honors for General Daniel Sickles held in New York
General Daniel Sickles was honored today with military rites at St Patrick's Cathedral New York. Pallbearers placed the coffin on a caisson as the escort included the Old Guard Grand Army post and regular troops. The body will be transported to Washington for burial in Arlington. A baby boy was born at the same time, with parents recovering well.
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New York
Daniel
Pat- Tek
Pisariee
Miecathenal
tWlayd
Tate
Washington
Allington
National Guard Mobilization Plans Reported As War Threat Looms
Washington reports that the War Department has been in long distance talks with New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio governors about how soon National Guard units could be mobilized and sent to the seaboard. Preparations aim to mobilize states’ militia to full war strength, with Pennsylvania and New York each forming a full tactical division. Ohio combines with Michigan to fill a division, others formed by multiple states. May observances mark Mother's Day as declared by Miss Anne Jarvis of Philadelphia.
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Washington
Nelaia
War Department
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Seaboard
National Guard
Nila
Michigan
Water Works Official to Attend National Association Meeting
Scotland G Highland, superintendent of the Water Works and Sewerage System, leaves for Philadelphia to attend the 34th annual meeting of the American Water Works Association. He and the local Water Board are noted for progressive methods and he prepared three papers on water supply.
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Scotland
G. Highlana
Philadelphia
American Water Works Association
The
Water Works and Sewerage Board
Water Board
Monk Water Works
Highland
Rand
IS Ae
Reds and Blues to Hold Practice Meeting Saturday Evening
The Reds and Blues will hold a practice meet at the Brotherhood's office on Latetetter building, with W Lanbenetelu captain of the Blues and Jesse Suckett of the Reds directing. All interested are asked to attend.
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Reds
Blues
Brotherhood
Savenil Noor
Street Offenses Report From City Court
John Trimble fined five dollars and costs for profane language and horse mistreatment in the streets. he paid the fine and was discharged. Homer Tisisa and Larry Demers, alleged pickpockets, arrested in LA. both received fines of three dollars and costs. Nine individuals cited for intoxication faced the mayor. three paid fines and were released, others removed from the city.
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John Trimble
Will
Cole
Homer Tisisa Ailas
Larry Demers
Piky Street
Mayjor Gore
Ciren
Hagen Beck Wallace Circus Abbreviated Show Cancelled
In Grafton the Hagen Beck Wallace Circus show scheduled for today is cancelled after last night’s disruption. No date or new arrange ment announced, leaving patrons unsure of future performances.
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Grafton
Hagenbeck-Wallace
Tess
Dridiea
Getito
Lsa
Mediation Praise From General Tracy Marks Turning Point
General Benjamin Tracy lauds mediation proposals among the ABC republics as the most fortunate development in years. He predicts success could shift the South American stance toward this nation and alter international affairs.
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ABC
Leocard
Benjamin
Chvil’ War and Cabinet Center
Harrison
Anay
Harrison County Court Orders Confirm Partition
Orders entered in the circuit court include a partition confirmation in the Lloyd Meo Tetrick versus Lois Millan et al case. The Fidelity and Deposit Company plea was filed in the related matter.
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Circuit Court
Harrison County
Lloyd Meo Tetrick
Lois Millan
Fidelity and Depoalt
Imperial Ice Cream Plant Nears Formal Opening in Clarksburg
The Imperial Ice Cream Company’s new Clarksburg plant, a $100000, three story steel and concrete facility, is nearly complete and ready to begin production. It features a sanitation focused interior, 160 horsepower gas engines, two 50 ton compressors, a Westinghouse generator, sterilizing rooms, pasteurizing and mixing plants, laboratory, and modern racks and storage. The plant aims for a high standard of cleanliness and efficiency, with formal opening expected next week.
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Imperial’ Ice Cream Company
Clarksburg
tha‘Imperial Ice Cream Company
Clarice Durga
Imperial Ice Cream Company
Parkersburg
Clarksiurg
Nora
Port Atkin
Crnam
Count Okuma Faces Serious Problems in Crisis
Veteran Japanese star Count Okuma, age seventy six, heads toward serious problems as the fortunes of his country enter a crisis era in these troubled times.
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Okuma
Hest Okuma Ie Meventy
Four Jurors Added In Becker Rosenthal Murder Trial
New York May 8 four jurors were added to the box after an hour and a half examination of talesmen in the murder trial of Charles Becker for Herman Rosenthal. With ten men selected at noon it was likely the list would be completed before adjournment. Contempt of court concerns were raised over remarks attributed to defense counsel W Bourke Cochran.
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New York
Talesmen
Charles Becker
Herman Rosenthal
W. Bourke Cochran
Ramark
Tim
Disjointed Foreign Dialogue Impairs Mexican Relations
A garbled text segment references United States interests in Red City and Vera Cruz Mexico with scattered mentions of South American issues. It notes Mexican government attitudes and potential diplomatic steps, but the fragmentary wording leaves core facts unclear and difficult to confirm.
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United States
Red City
Ver Cruz, Mexexico
Secretary Bryan notes possible armistice terms in Mexico talks
In a Washington briefing Secretary Bryan said the mediator notes from the envoys contemplated suspending hostilities during negotiations. He indicated that the plan did not establish a general armistice, only a pause against aggression, with specific attacks still possible and conditions to be defined by the talks. The messaged hints at limits and timing for a ceasefire as talks proceeded.
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Washingtos
Bryan
Cruz
Guisral
Huertals Caine
Mr. Bryan
West Virginian Patriotic Song Sparks Semicentennial Debate
A new West Virginia patriotic song titled One Medal a song of undying allegiance to West Virginia circulates among delegates and mentors. Copies describe the band and urge the author to perform at the semicentennial prize event, while West Virginia leaders discuss uniting efforts and public reception in the state capital.
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Congrnastonal
West’ Virginia
West Saenee
Svee
Atroth
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