Wilson Warns Food Bill Opponents of Responsibility
Washington reports President Wilson pressed for immediate passage of food bills in both houses. Lever explained a bill to curb crooks and speculators. a Wilson letter warned opponents they would bear responsibility for future food prices. Senate opposition led by Reed and others argued the first bill sufficed.
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Missouri
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Georgia
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Oklahoma
German Peace Proposal to Russia Without Annexations
The Vienna Fremdenblatt reports that Nord Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung clarifies Germany’s firm resolve toward Russia without annexations or indemnities. It notes that details on Poland and Moscow relations require direct negotiations before any peace terms are finalized.
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Three Munitions Depots At Steinfeld Destroyed
An official statement via Vienna and London says three munitions depots at Steinfeld, 31 miles from Vienna, were destroyed in an explosion. An unofficial report cites six depots affected, with several killed and about 300 wounded.
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Vienna
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Britain to retaliate for German air raids
Andrew Bonar Law stated the British government would act to damage Germany and prevent further air raids on England. He noted British air forces in France had attacked German communications and key military targets behind German lines, signaling a broader reprisal plan beyond addressing English raids.
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Cooperation Purpose of Mission
Secretary Lansing's message to Foreign Minister Tereschenko announces the sending of the American high commission under Root to confer on the best ways and means to secure effective cooperation between the United States and Russia in fighting the German autocracy, the gravest menace to democratic governments.
Well-Known Traffic Mian Dies Today
Commissioner Judson C. Clements of the Interstate Commerce Commission died in Washington at age 60. A Georgia native, he served on the rate-making body since 1892 and once chaired it. He was a Democrat first appointed by Grover Cleveland, later by Taft and Wilson, earning wide recognition in the transportation world.
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Contracts Awarded for More Omore Ships
Washington June 18 Contracts for ten more steel merchant ships and 24 wooden hulls were announced by Major General Goethals, head of the emergency fleet corporation. Vessels are to be delivered in 1918, with total contracts reaching 138 ships and hulls. Steel ships number 28, composite ships 82, wooden ships 80, and 48 wooden hulls have been let.
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Zeppelin 748 Lost With All On Board In English Raid
The Zeppelin 748 was lost with all on board during a raid on southern England on Saturday night. The admiralty reported two killed and sixteen injured by bombs. The airship crashed in a field a few miles from the coast rather than in the sea, per British account, with German statements offering an alternate assertion.
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Ironton Rioting Nipped After Guardsman Arrest
In Ironton on June 18 a mob of about 60 men gathered after the arrest of Edward Gilmore, a national guardsman, demanding his release. Police and officers prevented violence, the crowd dispersed, and six men were jailed for inciting riot. Gilmore and the assailant fight began at a street carnival.
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Prisoners Welcomed in Dublin as Crowds Cheer Return
Large crowds greet released Irish prisoners in Dublin with banners singing and cheering. Countess Marklezice led a group that tried to seize Dublin Castle, killing a guard. she was sentenced to death, later commuted to penal servitude.
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Steel price fixed at 56.20 a ton for ship plates
Washington June 18 The Shipping Board fixed a basic price of 56.20 a ton for steel plates in contracts for ten steel ships signed today by Chairman Denman. Future contracts will be let at that price, replacing the previous 95 rate in earlier deals.
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Right of Way in Senate to Food Matters
Washington reports the senate will slow the hotine war tax bill as food control legislation takes precedence. With several absentees the committee postponed action on the 5 percent profits tax proposed for publishers while awaiting disposal of the food bill.
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Rus sian Naval Activity Gauges Air Raiding By Ger
News from the Macedonian front after King Constantine abdication notes Britain withdrawing its advanced positions east of the Struma River, with Bulgarians occupying some towns. Entente reconnoitering activity reported along the Vardar. Russian military and naval forces show aggressive posture. Berlin cites extensive air raids in the Baltic as Russian forces are emphasized. In Arras, British counter-attacked near Monchy le Preux after taking new positions east of the town.
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Auto overturns injuring Cleveland woman near Millwood
A Saturday night crash near Millwood caused by a rear tire flat toppled a car carrying Mr. and Mrs. M. Sanborn of Cleveland and three others. Mrs. Sanborn broke a collarbone and was treated at George Rightmire’s home, then resumed the trip Sunday morning.
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Delayed Opening of Camps Halts Training Schedule
The Banner reports that unless unforeseen changes occur the first increment of 850,000 troops will not begin training by September 1. War Department officials say no exact opening date exists for the 16 cantonment camps, though Baker indicated September 1 as the probable start. The first officers in training now will be released in August to make way for the next group.
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Navy coal and oil orders set by president under FTC ruling
The navy will receive 1 750 000 tons of coal and 50 000 000 barrels of oil through federal authority granted by Congress. Prices will be fixed later by the president after the FTC determines a fair rate. Presidential action compels producers to supply the needed fuels.
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Federal Trade Commission
Congress
Honor O'Brien Wins Breach of Promise Suit for 225000
A state supreme court jury in Long Island City awarded Miss Honora May O'Brien 225000 in a breach of promise suit against John B. Manning, 85, retired banker and billionaire. O'Brien, 28, secretary to a New York newspaper man, alleged he broke his promise to marry her.
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Long Island City
New York
Baskets From The Front Exhibit Colorful Woven Pieces
One hundred fifteen baskets of various sizes and colors were shown in downtown shop windows. They were made by convalescent soldiers at the American fund for the French wounded hospital in France, each with a card naming a battlefield and the date of the weaving. The baskets were brought by Mrs Theodora Denham of New York, linked with Ruth Casparis of Columbus, and arranged for sale at the June festival to aid wounded work. A surgeon cited art as a morale booster helping recovery by keeping minds busy.
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Theodora Denham
New York
Paris
Ruth Casparis
Columbus
Louise Brent
A. W.mckenzie
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Swat the Rooster and Save the Egg Crop
Ohio war defense council urges killing roosters to conserve eggs during summer. Removing roosters prevents fertilized eggs from wasting store eggs. heat exposure affects fertilized eggs differently, preserving more eggs for cooking.
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War Defens Council
Discharge Papers Sought for Civil War Veteran Alfred Archer
Attaches of Adjutant General George H. Wood seek Alfred Archer or his relatives to deliver an honorable discharge parchment issued June 9 1865. Archer served in Company A 128th Ohio, Hoffman battalion, with veterans guarding prisoners at Johnson’s Island. the document was recently turned over to the Ohio National Guard of Columbus.
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Johnson’s Leland
Treasury plans $60 million lire bill issue
Rome reports the treasury will issue sixty million dollars in lire currency in one and two lire notes to replace silver coins of that denomination. Since the prior lire silver coins vanished from circulation two years ago they now trade at a premium in banks. R. B. Armstrong of Chicago is visiting relatives and traveled to Danville on business.
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