Six Treasury Assistants Seek 50 Percent Pay Increase
Washington reports that six assistant secretaries of the Treasury seek a raise from 5000 to 7500 dollars a year to cope with rising living costs in the capital. The push comes as clerks and stenographers across government departments face pressure amid postwar inflation.
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Deaths In Navy During War Total 1233
Washington reports Surgeon General William C. Braisted testified before the house naval affairs committee that U S Navy fatalities in the war totaled 1233 excluding Marine Corps losses. He noted about 56,000 patients in naval hospitals and the era’s main task to transport and repatriate wounded and ill personnel. The plan includes bringing home dead sailors where possible and arranging for interment in American cemeteries, with disease deaths excluded from the navy tally.
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Record of fiscal retrenchment debate in Congress
Fragmentary OCR shows lawmakers contending for tighter budgets while opposing high pay. Mentions Republican senators and representatives, office employees pay, and prospects of broader budget cuts amid party leadership discussions. Strong entities include Congress and Republican members.
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Mess in the Courtroom Sparks Brief Turmoil
A乱 fragmented report notes a disturbance in a courtroom as attendees reacted to proceedings. Officials moved to restore order, with observers describing tense exchanges and a brief delay before resuming the session.
Brutality of Germans Told by British Prisoners
British prisoners arriving in England report brutal treatment by German forces. They describe forced labor behind lines, constant movements, and starvation. In one 1,800-strong working party, only 282 returned. daily 20 to 30 went to hospital. During the first week 50 were buried. Snails were eaten raw to stave off hunger. German doctors admit many of the 80 prisoners at Lasquin camp died from starvation and exposure.
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Friederichsfelde
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Girl Cleared of Murder Charge in New York Trial
Elizabeth Baksa, 19, of Freemansburg Pa, accused of murdering Mrs Helen Hamel in February, was cleared after convict James F Regan confessed he alone was guilty. Regan, 25, with a Sing Sing burglary record, wrote to judge and counsel claiming the girl’s innocence, prompting his dramatic admission and release of Baksa.
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Delay in Naming Peace Delegation Sparks Cables Talk
Washington reports delay in announcing the American peace delegation as allied nations decide numbers for each country. President Wilen’s plans to depart from New York next week are uncertain, with officials denying orders to withhold cables or jeopardize the conference.
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Luxemburg Appeals Grand Duchess Seeks U S Protection
The Grand Duchess of Luxemburg sent a wireless plea to President Wilson asking U S protection to curb German troop excesses and to safeguard Luxemburg at the peace conference. Wilson referred the message to the supreme war council at Versailles for action.
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Versailles
President Will Rule From France in Turbulent Era
Fragmented text reports President ruling from France amid U S political tension. Mentions Vice President Merena and unclear references to legal and constitutional authority. Indicates ongoing protests and foreign involvement in domestic governance.
General Edwards Honored by Boston
Boston observers lauded Major General Clarence Edwards as a hero of Chateau Thierry and Michiel, part of an Edwards Day program. A cavalary escort, a state house reception, and governors’ tributes highlighted the event as New England honored his World War I service and leadership.
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Chateau Thierry
Michiel Wee Dhem
Fragmentary OCR Note Seeks Clarification of Names and Places
The text appears as garbled OCR with scattered phrases about New York and various numbers. No coherent event or named individuals emerge to form a complete news item. The readable bits suggest a local notice or ad fragment rather than a full article.
Fourteen Points and Japan Tone Varies in Conference Outlook
Washington dispatch notes mixed perceptions as fourteen points gain allies while governments debate the fate of freedom of the seas and conciliation with Japan. Officials warn the conference may hinge on delicate naval strategies and postwar arrangements amid war weariness.
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