Huns Cringe at Allies Blows on Somme Front
Allied forces press German lines with renewed harrying actions near the Somme. An Australian and American assault secures a mile and a half advance over four miles and takes about fifteen hundred prisoners. German counterattacks are repulsed. casualties total 23 with one listed as died of accident or other causes including Private Louie Bernstetter of Fedora Illinois.
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Associated Press
Somme
Washington
Louie Bernstetter
Fedora
Two Million to Go Overseas
George W. Strayer of Columbia University was elected president of the National Educational Association and A. J. Matthews of Tempe Arizona was elected treasurer. Secretary Lane said two million troops will be added to the one million in France if needed a year from now. He declared the war is for the preservation of Christian civilization.
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Associated Press
Pittsburgh
George W. Strayer
Columbia University of New York
National Educcational Association
A. J. Matthews
Tempe
Arizona
Association
Lane
France
See
Premier Botha Announces Stark Unrest in Union South Africa
Premier Botha says serious unrest in Union South Africa was averted only by prompt and effective military measures. He warns that without rapid action the situation could have led to grave disaster and loss of life.
Cardinal Martinelli Dies in Rome
Rome reports Cardinal Martinelli, Prefect of Sacred College and former Apostolic Delegate to the United States, has died on July 6.
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Cardinal Martinelli
Rome
War Savings Stamp Day results for Carlsbad and neighbors
Carlsbad surpassed its goal by about 4000 dollars, bringing the local total to around 42000 dollars though final tabulation is pending. Bat Joyce notes ongoing work and promises a public report once figures are complete, with current reports from Quee 6000, Lower Black River 300, Upper Black River 3000, and Cottonwood 10000.
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Carlsbad
Bat Joyce
Quee
Lower Black River
Upper Black River
British Hold New Positions on Amiens Front
London reports a German counter attack near Hamel failed and the British held their gains. In the Somme region British forces took 1300 prisoners, plus 100 machine guns and trench mortars were captured.
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London
Amiens
Hamel
War Office
Somme
Finland May Declare War on Entente
Stockholm reports from editorial offices that Finland is momentarily expected to declare war on the Entente nations.
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Finland
Entente
Associated Press
Stockholm
House blocks telegraph takeover resolution in July session
Associated Press reports in Washington that efforts to force immediate House action on a resolution authorizing the President to seize telegraph and telephone systems were blocked by objections. The House moved to the appropriation bill and prepared to start a summer recess. No indication has come from the President that he seeks immediate passage. Marine corps casualties are 30.
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Associated Prensa
Washington
House
United States
Associated Press
Marine Corps
Resolution proposed to curb central powers in Pacific
Laulinburg introduced a resolution urging the United States, Japan and Great Britain to enter an agreement to block Germany and other central powers from a Pacific foothold and prevent warfare on the Pacific Ocean, with consideration postponed.
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Associated Prensa
Washington
Laulinburg
United States
Japan
Great Britain
Germany
Pacific
Pacific Ocean
President seeks quick passage of telecom seizure resolution
Washington July 5 President informs Congress he wishes the resolution authorizing action to take over telegraph and telephones passed before the recess. The note arrives late this morning signaling urgency.
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Washington
Congress
Execution deaths follow court conviction in camp incident
Three soldiers convicted of assaulting and outraging a seventeen year old girl on cantonment grounds May 24 were executed in a related incident witnessed by the entire division at Camp Dodeo Towa on July 5.
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Associated Preas
Camp Dodeo
Towa
Magtal
Airmen Halt Flames Over Marne Front
American aviators reporting from the Marne front say they downed two German planes in a blaze of flame this morning as fighting continues July 6.
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Marne
Associated Press
Rear Admiral Aaron Ward Dies After Brief Illness
Rear Admiral Aaron Ward United States Navy retired died at his Roslyn residence after a three day bout with heart trouble. He served with distinction in multiple naval commands and saw action in notable wartime operations. His death prompts tributes from former colleagues and military officials.
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Associated Prensa
Aera Roslyn
Aaron Ward
U. S
Explosion at Hercules Powder plant shocks New Jersey scene
An explosion at the Hercules Powder plant in Kenvil New Jersey leaves several dead and many injured. Authorities probe cause as rescue teams search through debris and workers recall the blast’s impact on nearby communities.
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Powder Plant
New York
Hercules
Kenvil
N. J
Sister at Sisters hospital Undergoes Operation
One of the Sisters at the Sisters hospital was operated on yesterday and is reported to be doing well at this time.
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Sisters’ Hospital
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