Massive TNT Plant Disaster Kills Dozens at Split Rock
A Semet Solvay TNT plant explosion near Syracuse New York on July 3 killed about forty and left forty-two bodies recovered with three more found in ruins. The blast leveled large sections, shattered windows, downed telephones, and left fire to burn for hours as workers evacuated or fought the flames. Over 3000 employees faced a catastrophic loss as ambulances and police rushed to control the scene.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Semet-Solvay Company
Split Rock
Gear
Somet-Solway Company
Estate of great journalist will found a home
The New York Herald and New York Evening Telegram editions will continue under Bennett family policy. The papers to be controlled by a James Gordon Bennett Memorial Home for New York Journalists corporation, named in his will and filed in probate court.
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New York
New York Herald
New York Evening Telegram
James Gordon Bennett
Bennett
New York Journalists Corporation
The
Herald
Dutch Cabinet to Resign Placing Spouse in Queen’s Hands
Rotterdam July 3 The Dutch cabinet intends to place the resignation of its members in the hands of Queen Wilhelmina tomorrow, according to the Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant.
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Rotterdam
Wilhelmina
Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant
War Airplane Output Accelerates Under 15 Months
Washington July 3 Chairman Dent of the house military committee read a resume of war preparations before the house. The report shows 286 combat planes delivered by June 8 with production at 80 weekly. More than 2,000 Liberty motors delivered and weekly output at 115 in early June.
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Washington, D. C
Dent
House
Patriot Fourth of July Parade Invitation from Committee
Local bodies announce a coordinated patriotic parade and program for tomorrow. Chairman Theo Turner of the Fourth of July committee urges all citizens to join, highlighting a community Natal Day project and collaborative effort across groups.
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Theo, Turner
Romanoff Death Rumor Unconfirmed With Ukraine Link
London reports on July 3 via the Times Petrograd correspondent that murder rumors about Nicholas Romanoff remain unconfirmed. A possible escape by Michael Alexandrovitch gains plausibility with a Kiev refuge alongside General Skoropadski. Archbishop Adronica of Perm is arrested over alleged complicity.
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London
Nicholas Romanoff
Petrograd
The
Times
Michael Alexandrovitch
Michael
Kiev
Skoropadski
Adronica of
Perm
Election Decree for Panama Withdrawn
Panama informs the state department that a decree postponing the national assembly election has been withdrawn and elections will be held Sunday July 7. Unrest followed the postponement prompting U.S. troops to be deployed in Panama and Colon to keep order.
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Washington
Panama
State Department
National Assembly
United States
Colon
Chicago Market Quotes for July and August Grains
Chicago reports July corn at 1.52 per bushel and August oats at 60 cents per bushel in early trading. Prices reflect benchmark market activity for grain futures.
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Chicago
The Honor Roll Ted Dash Quota Take
Ted dash on a tight track sets a new personal best as spectators note the race near the hoop. Officials tally results with a focus on district standings and athletic quotas.
Fourth of July Parade Promises Colorful Gate City Celebration
Tomorrow offers a refined Fourth with a 9:30 assembly at the high school for a parade and afternoon gatherings. A street dance in Center Street and a Municipal band concert at night mark the events. Officials close streets, and diverse national groups will participate in large divisions.
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Gate City
McNichols & Wright Hall
Center
Main
Arthur
Kean
Court House
West Center
Charles Sell
Nonpartisan Head Barred From Boise
Boise Idaho July 3 Mayor Sam Hayes orders bar speakers at Nonpartisan state convention opening here today. A C Townley president of the Nonpartisan league is banned from addressing the gathering.
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Boise
Ida
Sam Hayes
A. C. Townley
Nonpartisan League
Midland Road Quits August Fifteenth
Colorado Springs July 3 A E Corlton former president of the road was named receiver for the Colorado Midland Railroad by Judge J W Shaffer In district court He is authorized to discontinue operation as a common carrier after August 5 The suit was brought by Colorado Title & Trust Company which holds a 2 000 000 mortgage and is alleged to be in arrears on interest
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Colorado Springs
Colo
A. E. Corlton
Colorado Midland Railroad Company
J. W. Shaffer
Carlton
Colorado Title & Trust Company
WANTS TO PRAY MINUTE A DAY
In Washington on July 3, Senator Meyers of Montana urged a resolution urging the nation to pause one minute daily to pray for war success. The measure was blocked in the senate by Senator Thomas of Colorado who urged praying as we work. Senator McCumber of North Dakota also opposed urging faster war effort with prayer integrated. Senator Meyers and Senator Phelan spoke briefly in favor.
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Washington
Meyers
Montana
Senate
Thomas
Colorado
McCumber
North Dakota
Phelan
California
Bank Statements Called For June 20 by National Bank
Washington July 3 National bank calls statements are called for the close of business June 20. The notice lists preparation deadlines and required documentation for audit and public record purposes.
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Washington
National Bank
Treasury Grants Credit to France Waited by July
Washington reports a credit of 100000 dollars granted to France today under treasury authority. The brief item notes a July 3 date and the involvement of the Treasury in the transaction.
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Washington, D. C
France
Tillman dies at 60 long service in U S politics ends
Washington reports Senator Benjamin R. Tillman died of cerebral hemorrhage this morning. A veteran congressman and former governor of South Carolina, he chaired the Senate naval affairs committee and led the southern wing of the Democratic party. Viscount Rhondda, Britains food controller, also died today after steering Britain through wartime rationing.
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Washington
United States
Benjamin RK. Tillman
Senate Naval Affairs Committee
South Carolina
Democratic Party
Congress
Accuse Duma of Disobeying Orders in Archangel Province
A dispatch from Ambassador Francis, dated in Vologda, reports Bolsheviks have arrested members of the Archangel provincial government. The duma is accused of failing to execute Soviet mandates and is threatened with arrest.
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Washington
Archangel
Francis
Vologda
State Department
Duma
Pullman Control Retained in Railroad Wage Order
The railroad administration announces it will retain operating control of the Pullman company and grant wage increases to Pullman conductors and porters on the same basis as recently given railroad employees.
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Washington
Pullman Company
The
Railroad Administration
Wheat price rule stalls Senate debate
Washington reports another attempt to have the senate drop its plan to raise the government minimum wheat price to two dollars and a half per bushel failed. The deadlock leaves the agricultural bill unchanged as the attached legislation remains unresolved.
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Washington
Senate
Allied lines advance as American forces push front
Washington reports total Allied casualties with detailed American and Marine losses. Pershing communique notes near annihilation of a German regiment at Vaux front, capturing trenches and over sixty machine guns, while aviators are missing. London and Paris chronicle American troop buildup and early gains on the Marne and Piave fronts.
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Washington
Pershing
Vaux
Over a Million Now in France
President Wilson released a letter from Secretary Baker detailing that 1 019 155 American troops were in France as of July 1. The article traces the rise from May 1917 and notes substantial divisions ready to meet the German advance, with ample supplies and improved war production backing the deployment.
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London
Baker
United States
France
Paris
Havas
Andre Tardieu
Petit Journal
Washington
Wilson
Pershing
Western
Republic
Germany
America
Liggett
War Savings Stamps club formation lists new buyers
A $500 War Savings Stamp club in Pocatello adds numerous citizens and firms joining the 8590 WwW. 8. 8. Club and agreeing to purchase 8790 maturity value by year end. July purchases total 418: names include A B Bean, D W Church, G F Gasser, Laura Gough, Theo Gathe, D G Arlock, R E Hughes, John Hood, Robert Hunter, M Merril, Chas Neely, J K Nori, John Pattis, L B Shaw, L B Lourd, and others.
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Bannock County Limit Club
United States
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J. T. Bourne
Pocatello
Spare Theodore
Pocaillo
Midland Road
Crepe
HM Regiment
Pitchfork Ben’ Tillman
David A. Thomas
Great Cambrian Coal Combine
Lloyd George
Adare
Wales
Great Cambrian Combine
Cardiff
Sybil Haig
Penithon
Marne
Britis
Atlantic Record
Rome
Piave
War Office
W. S. S. Club
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