Raids on Water Street Nets Several Arrests
Raids on houses along Water Street opposite the narrows led to multiple arrests. Officers captured Madge Hall Mamie Robertson J W Nef Charles Tooge Frank es and Thomas Lez om per at one address. A second raid near the scene resulted in Allie Bennett and Harry Malone being arrested while a Black man escaped. A possible third escape by jumping into a creek is noted.
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Dif
Reput
Tithe Narrows
Ross Stent
Reisner
Madge
Pit Creek
Madge Hall
Mamie Robert Son
J_W_ Nef
Charles Tooge
Thomas Lez Om Per
Allie Bennett
Harry
Malone
Tipuse
Sim Gomes Statement on Labor Peace and War Stance
A fragmented note from Sim Gomes of the Federation of Labor asserts dedication to maintaining peace and a willingness to endure hardship. It condemns pressure on the labor movement and states the United States will not voluntarily enter the European war.
Mattisson Signal Failure Triggers Neutrality Mission Incident
In New York on June 13 a British steamer Mattisson failed to display signal letters while under quarantine. The torpedo destroyer Parker ordered a stop. after a brief pursuit the Mattisson halted and was boarded by the Powhatan to verify clearance before proceeding.
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New York Harbor
New York
Mattisson
Parker
Navy
Cus
Powhatan
Waterloo remembered in V Field battle report
Frederick Valmer reports from France on the centennial of the Battle of Waterloo. Marshal Sir John French visits trenches near their quarters as British troops form a hollow square before the Tenth Hussars and First Life Guards. French praises soldiers courage and dogged tenacity facing a gas and shell barrage.
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Frederick Valmer
Associated Press
France
Gonden
Waterloo
Efeld
Sir John
Vist Veda
Ypres
Tenth Hussars
First Life Guards
Joan
Refugees Landed From Mexico After Quarantine
Three hundred ninety Mexican refugees arrived in Galveston from the U S army transport Buford after five days of quarantine. Most did not answer questions about Mexican conditions, calling the situation deplorable. Some blamed lack of American intervention as the solution, while others complained about indignities faced by their relatives and friends in the southern republic. One man said Mexico City residents faint from hunger, though he did not claim anyone starved.
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Galveston
Tex
Mexico
United States Army
Buford
United States
Carranza
Turks confident to hold Gallipoli against Allied attack
The German military mission member Pasha asserts the Turks can meet the Dardanelles crisis and prevent Allied advances. He notes Ar...ia, once a thriving city of about 25,000, is now among Europe's most ruined towns after bombardment, with Allies leaving no house standing.
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Weber Pasha
Mlitary Mission
Gallipoli
Batailles
Dardanelles
Arithia
Europe
Hearing Examines WV Gas Rates Case and Expert Testimony
A West Virginia hearing on the Manufacturers Eight appeal against the state Public Service Commission decision to cut gas rates continues. Expert witness Wyer discussed compressor use, distribution costs, and differing prices by region, noting WV gas deposits and a proposed price structure tied to neighboring states. Proceedings proceed into next week amid continued testimony.
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Spetisburg
Virgina Astoral
S- Wyer
Columbus
Pama
West ‘Virginia
Wyer
Dic
West Virginia
Submarine War Policy Sparks US Editorial Debate
A German admiralty statement is cited arguing that halting and searching enemy ships before torpedoing would cede advantage. The newspaper notes this undercuts American calls to render submarines unable to attack merchantmen and stresses Germany's aim to inflict widespread destruction while preserving its naval tech edge.
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Americas
America
Great Britain
Kansas City Residents Rally As Flood Fears Rise
Kansas City residents rush to higher floors and take precautions as government forecasts flood conditions within 48 hours. The Kansas River is climbing at two to three inches per hour, prompting moves in North Topeka and Topeka. Officials say dikes built since 1905 should protect up to 23 feet, while the forecast expects river stages to reach at least 26 feet tomorrow.
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Reese Kansas
CITT
Jane
Kansas City
Packine
Kansas
Topeka
Weather Bureau
Mexican factions debate peace and possible US role
The article discusses the ongoing Omar Ogre Battle near Leon and Villa Zapata factions vying for power. It notes Carranza’s cautious stance and cabinet tensions, with the U.S. expected to back a new Mexican coalition if factions fail to unite. It mentions Vera Cruz tensions and the aim for an orderly government amid uncertain prospects.
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Leon
Villa
Mexico
United States
Villa-Zapata
San Francisco Unit Bound for England Intercepted
A squad of six recruits bound from San Francisco to New York was intercepted en route to England. Lieutenant Kenneth Croft led the group and stated he would join his regiment in the homeland. Authorities questioned the captives at the federal building before releasing details.
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Chicago
San
Francisco
New York
Kenneth Croft
England
Tejom
Federal Building
Adriatic Match Draws Mixed Results for Maris Grecia
In a fragmentary report, Maris Grecia faced a mixed result in an Adriatic match described as decisive yet incomplete. The scant text references an Ausoriar torpetos beat and a “last palate” moment, leaving the outcome and key details unclear.
Tornado disrupts Springfield area and severs lines
A tornado struck Tamar, Missouri, cutting the city off from telephone and wire communications. The storm moved through Barton and Dade counties, impacting Springfield region. No fatalities reported, crews assess damage as communication remains down in parts of the affected area.
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Springfield
Tormado
Tamar
Moon
Barton
Dade
Christa Seounties
French Offensive Actions Reported At Munster And Metzeral
June 19. The French bombardment of the railway station at Munster and the siege of Metzeral are announced in an Es cia statement. Several munition depots at Munster exploded. Germans allegedly set fire to Metzeral before evacuating it amid intense fighting near Arras.
Indictments Return Graft Schemes Involving Several Men
Federal grand jury returns more than 45000 in graft charges against Ricardo Bermudez a former Colombian governor and Pascal Canavarsia a former merchandiser, tied to Burke and Jacob L Salas. Indictments previously issued in New York link all men under similar charges. Judge Francis Wright of Danville IL handles bonds of 3100 for Burke and 10000 for Bermudez and Canavarsie. Money allegedly deposited in Indianapolis banks, questioned for jurisdiction.
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Indiinapolis
Jane
Ricardo Bermudez
Colom
Psneme
Pascal Canavarsia
Burke
Jacob L. Salas
New York
Francis Wright
Danville
Fred Burke
Bermondez
Canavags
Burke Ds
Io @isnapolis
Reservists substituted by age on Italian front
Prisoners report Italian front troops include men aged eighteen to twenty in substituted middle reserves. Railways in southwestern Austria are crowded with troop trains ready for the front.
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Brescia
Italy
Ansi
Srst
Austria
Cape Haitien Falls as Government Forces Capture Village
Cape Haiten was captured today by government troops after Marines landed from the French cruiser Des Cartes. The area is reported calm and Dr Rascive Bobo, leader of the Terolu Yonists, and his forces retreat toward the village of Trou.
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Cer
Cape Haiten
Des Cartes
Rascive Bobo
Trials Set Tomorrow in City Criminal Court
Alkire and Cora Riley face charges of living together unlawfully. Ceci Morris and Arthur Moore are to be tried on two felony counts. Willism Sisin and Ermine Tenzsis are scheduled for misdemeanor cases.
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Criminal Court
Alkire
Cora Riley
Ceci Morris
Arthur Moore
Ism Sisin
Ermine’ Tenzsis
Welch and Bullerton Drugists Deliver to City
Welch and Bullerton, druggists, offer delivery service to all parts of the city, ensuring convenient access to medicines and supplies for local residents.
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Welch & Bullerton
Bryan on Roosevelt plan sparks international row
The article reports Bryan criticizing Roosevelt's plan for global peace, warning it would compel war and create an international police force. Bryan argues such entanglements threaten the Monroe Doctrine and US autonomy, urging repudiation of entangling alliances and warning against entering future European quarrels.
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Roosevelt
Bryan
United States
Ais Sair
Taft
Azationy
Haris
Xid
Sir
Attenton
The
League
Lowells
Harvard University
Philandelphia
Sir Bryan
Jan’ Interna
Washington
Europe
Feuding Efforts Speak Against Continued Violence
A fragmented note suggests ongoing resistance to feuding and calls for restraint across communities. Citizens urge vigilance as tensions remain high and authorities search for peaceful outcomes amid ongoing disputes.
COLORADO LOW-DUE-FO ARRIVE FOR SHORE DUTY
Officers arrive at shore duty with three sailors and men available for coastal operations. The fragment references Colorado and shore assignments, but details are incomplete.
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Colorado
El a favors 1. men denTED PREP El Paso conference
Fragmented OCR text suggests a report from El Paso dated June 13 about Francisco Will2 favoring Mexico City for a peace conference. Incomplete lines reference positions and calls for settlers to resolve within their circles.
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EL Paso
Tex
Seearal Francisco
Mexico
City
Aguz
Calientes
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