Japan Demands U S Explanations Over China Note
Tokyo reports strong Nippon press condemnation of Washington for not consulting Japan before sending a note to China. The U S State Department defends the action, says no need to consult Japan, and notes Japan planning a diplomatic mission to the United States to discuss the matter.
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Zeppelins Downed in English Raid Report
London reports a German Zeppelin raid last night ended in destruction of several airships by fire from defense guns. An aerial battle occurred between British aircraft and the invading fleet with details on total downed machines not provided.
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Storm disrupts Wilson address at flag day ceremony
A thunderstorm prevented clear delivery of President Wilson’s remarks at flag day exercises in Washington. Few attendees could hear as he spoke on Kaiser military aggression and the nation’s resolve while storm thunder rolled through the event.
Kenneth Marr Narrow Escape In War Service
An outside paper reports Kenneth Marr once a local resident who went to France with the Nome war dogs. He later joined the French aviation service and made a record that will mark him as a notable figure in the war effort.
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Yankee Lieutenant Scores Two for Credit in Fog
An American lieutenant who began with Lufberry lost his first fight in thick mist but then shot down two German planes. After a brief rest he climbed again and forced a German pilot to descend. Kenneth Marr led the thrills as his biplane capsized over the German lines and he was thrown down a railroad embankment. Chickens for sale at Prosser's Harness Shop. Phone Black 5.
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Feared Missing Anglian Liner Torpedoed in Atlantic
Grave fears for the Boston Leyland liner Anglian said overdue after departing May 20. Dispatch from shipping agents says it may have been sunk by a German U boat with all aboard. Paris reports also describe a deadly explosion at a government ammunition plant near Paris industrial outskirts last night causing many deaths and severe injuries.
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Liberty Loan Subscriptions Reach One Billion
Treasury announces Liberty loan subscriptions total one billion sixty eight million dollars with two billion expected, but the final closing date approaches and public response remains slow despite official efforts to explain the loan.
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Quiet British Front With Limited Night Raids
June 14. British official report notes a decided lull along the front with only light trench raids. Armentieres area sees artillery activity. in Bullicourt sector German gunners are said to be tightening fire but no infantry advances occurred at Rey.
Federal Trade Commission Backs Federal Control of Paper
The FTC tells a Senate panel that print paper and pulp should not be distributed by producing agencies and urges government operation of pulp and paper plants. It favors pooling products with government agents and distributing at cost, until world conditions normalize.
Russian Mission Arrives At North Pacific Port Today
The Russian mission is due to arrive at a northern Pacific port late today per a morning statement.
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US Deliberates Greek Settlement Voice and Final Status
The State Department will take no action beyond possible early recognition of a new Greek government and views current Greek affairs as a temporary expedient. A final settlement may see Greece become a republic as public support trends that way. Greeks in the US are active in promoting republican ideals. Moonlight water is mentioned in a separate note about the Elite Bath House.
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War Budget Passes As Senate OKs Large Navy Spending
The Senate approved the conference committee report on a massive war budget totaling over 60 billion dollars in appropriations. The bill includes more than four billion for outfitting ships and authorizes the president to control shipbuilding facilities and materials to defeat submarine warfare.
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Germans Fail In West Front Attacks
Paris reports two German thrusts in Champagne were repulsed by French artillery as rain of shells halted their advances. The main efforts struck near Chemin des Dames and at the Sigfried Hoek junction with no second assault after initial repulse. Small raids continued along the front.
Russian War Mission Reaches Pacific Port Quietly
The Russian war mission sent by the new government arrived at a Pacific coast port for talks with the U S administration. They landed quietly and reported no incidents during the voyage. Prices listed for Hats begin at $2.25. Mrs J Wanger advertises opposite the courthouse.
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American Mission to Russia Progress With Government
The American mission to Russia, led by Filthy Root, works with officials to solve several disruptive national problems. Premier Looff and the new cabinet welcome the mission’s help, especially in transportation and railroad reforms, seen as vital to stabilize the army and the nation amid widespread disorganization.
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