Genoa Conference Fails to Settle Russia Question
Genoa May 15 AP The Genoa conference ends with unresolved Russia issues despite new plans for a Hague meeting beginning June 15. Lloyd George says a commission to discuss Russia will sit at The Hague and has given a proposal to U S ambassador Richard Washburn Child to keep the United States informed.
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Man Confesses Killing Then Takes Own Life in San Diego
In San Diego on May 15 John Moller aged 63 phoned police after visiting a church confession. He led officers to the body of Edward Dixon 55 found shot in the heart in the Imperial Valley area and then killed himself in the back yard. Mrs Sophia Moller 70 said she heard a scuffle and that Dixon had pursued her husband’s wife.
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Textile Makers Oppose The 25 Percent Import Tax
Tokio April 23 Importers and dealers in woolen textiles and manufacturers in Japan clash over a proposed 25 percent ad valorem tax on imported woolens. Proponents say protection is needed for a fledgling industry while importers argue higher duties raise clothing costs and living expenses.
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Tokyo government to study export trade measures
The government plans to form an invitation council to study boosting exports and lowering production costs. Officials may be sent abroad to observe markets and gather foreign trade data amid a large adverse balance of trade.
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Tokio
Trade Slump Hits Britain as U.S. Exports Drop
America's foreign trade slumped in April, Commerce Department reports show exports totaling 321 million dollars versus March at 30 million, while imports faced declines. The data reflect a sharp contrast to prior gains and indicate weaker demand abroad.
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America
Commerce Department
Princess Marie Receives Pure Gold Wedding Dress
In Belgrade on May 15 the future bride Princess Marie of Romania is given a gown of pure gold by Serbian peasants as she prepares to marry King Alexander of Jugoslovakia on June 1. Alexander also receives a pure silk shirt from Serbians in Macedonia woven on a medieval loom.
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Irish Muddle and Talks on Irish Conflict
London reports the cabinet weighing a London conference with James Craig Michael Collins and Arthur Griffith to resolve the Irish internal crisis. Craig refused further conferences. Dublin notes rumors of antitreaty resignations as peace hopes rise. Kilkenny defense league formed. eight killed in Sunday shootings in Belfast.
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Tragic tram wreck near Santa Fe claims many lives
A Mexican tram car carrying holiday crowds plunged into a canyon near Santa Fe, killing thirteen and injuring scores after colliding with another car at a hilltop. Most victims were women and children. no Americans were among the party.
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Straw Matting Brightens Senate Floor In Summer Yes
The Senate floor is covered with straw matting replacing the traditional carpet in a summer display. Senator Nicholson of Colorado noted the change asking if the straw color honors the farm bloc. The scene drew attention as lawmakers adapted to the lighter decor.
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Unions Ratify Closer Alliance Between Labor Groups
St. Louis May 15 AP The board insurrectors of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers ratified a joint resolution for a closer alliance between the miners and the white standard railroad labor organizations. Eighty thousand telegraphers are members of the O B 2.
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Messenger's Aim Spoils a Holdup
Eight masked bandits attempted a hold up of the Golden State limited near Jaynes Arizona. Messenger H Stewart killed one bandit and wounded another, scattering the robbers and saving the mail and express cars. Authorities identified the slain robber as Tom Dugat, a Tucson pool hall habitué, with deputies pursuing the gang toward the Mexican border.
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Arizona
Senate debates recognition of Soviet Russia
Senate discussions centered on a Borah resolution to recognize the Soviet government of Russia. The measure was ordered to lie on the table. Debate also covered U S participation in the European economic conference at The Hague with Borah opposing and Hitchcock supporting involvement.
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Versailles
Cashier Describes Bank Hold Up and Escape in Missouri
A bank robbery in May 15 Missouri ended with two men escaping on foot after cashier J L Vogel said they threatened him and demanded $2000. A posse led by Sheriff J E Oliver tracked the robbers. Vogel reported the suspects wore whiskers and used fake mustaches.
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Wu Prepairs to Dislodge Chang in Manchuria
General Wu Pei Fu orders troops at Tang Shin north of Teln Tsin to counter General Chang Teo Lin amid fears Taolaig plans an independent Manchurian state. Peking instructs military authorities to dislodge Chang Teo Lin and defend Laeanchows.
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Laeanchows
Cheng Tro Lin
Lloyd George backs economic open borders at Genoa
Prime Minister Lloyd George says a new phase in western civilization favors economic independence and non aggression pacts. He calls for open frontiers as doors of commerce and notes British delegation aims to return from Genoa by week’s end.
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Italy
Soviet envoy protests mixed commission talks without Russia
Genoa May 15 AP Foreign Minister Tchitcherin head of the Soviet delegation addresses Signor Schanzer president of the conference protesting five powers inviting talks on the Russian mixed commission without Russia. He demands immediate convocation of the political commission so Russia can present her propositions.
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U S Considers Invitation to Hague Economic Conference
Washington reports a surprise invitation from Ambassador Child to participate in a planned Hague economic conference. Officials say no decision yet and will await full review at the cabinet meeting tomorrow. Geneva notes Russia seeks League of Nations cooperation if Genoa talks succeed.
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Russians Open Door to Hague Talks on Mixed Commission
Premier Rakovisky of Ukraine said Russia would accept a Hague conference invitation to discuss the Russian matter but warned it would be sterile unless the plan for a single mixed commission is accepted. The remarks followed Genoa doubts about progress.
Coal Output Signals Rise in Long Strike Era
Washington May 18 AP reports that bituminous coal production indicates a current output of 4,600,000 in one week, per the Geological Survey. The figure surpasses any level since miners walked out April 1, with all unionized producing districts reporting higher anthracite activity across the country.
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Prominent Lake Man Found Dead in Salt Lake City
W G Nebeker prominent Salt Lake mining engineer was found dead in his Alta club bed with a bullet hole in his head. Police call it suicide though illness, the brother says, has plagued him for months. May 15. Salt Lake City AP report.
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Soviets Loot Churches for Benefit of Famine Relief
Moscow reporters describe a five story Moscow warehouse storing confiscated church and synagogue valuables. Silver totals exceed 90,000 pounds with gold and diamonds also present as state treasure under guard for famine relief, while appraisers prepare to assess value.
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M. I. Kalenin
Red Cross to End Europe Relief Drive in June
Paris report says after eight years and more than 400 million dollars spent, the American Red Cross will close its main Europe operations at the end of June. Dr. Ross Hill, director of foreign relations, cites improving welfare and reduced need for aid. He toured from Warsaw to Constantinople and found relief efforts no longer essential.
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Supreme Court Rules Copper Rate to 26 Cents May 1 1918
The Supreme Court under Justice Holmes holds that American Smelting and Refining cannot obtain a 26 cent per pound copper rate for material supplied after June 1 1918 for orders placed before that date. The decision clarifies the price basis and delivery timing for government contracts in the copper sector.
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American Smelting and Refining Company
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Normal Head Resigns in Ogden Utah
Joel N. Ricks resigns as president of Weber Normal College Ogden at close of the school month. He will hold a history chair at Utah Ages Cultural College in Logan.
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Weber Normal College
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Logan
Ogden Names New Chief Curtis Allison Takes Office
Ogden Utah May 15 Curtis A Allison 35 becomes Ogden police chief succeeding retiring Jonathan Jones due to ill health. Allison previously served as chief deputy sheriff in the city.
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Tacna Arica Settlement Talks Open in Washington
In Washington Chile and Peru resume talks on Tacna Arica to resolve four years of discord. Secretary Hughes opened proceedings urging peaceful negotiation and the example of peace for the hemisphere. The conference resumes work with diplomats seeking a fair settlement, while no U.S. representatives will attend the formal negotiations.
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