Civic Parade Declares National Awakening in New York
A vast civic parade in New York led by Major General Leonard Wood showcased the nation’s preparedness. More than 160000 participants from all walks of life marched, with the 1900 National Guard units prominent. Mayor Mitchell and Governor Whitman observed as banners waved and ceremonies concluded.
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Nother
Thornalan
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Wood
Leonard Wood
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Civic Army
Joby P. Mitchel
Broadway
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Lower Fifth Avents
Fifty-seventh Street
Nathaniel Usher
New York Navy Yard
Whitman
Tinton League Club
Tlona
Vanda
Minafcians
Batweer
Theodor’ Wevelt
Theodore Roosevelt
J. Borden Harrisan
Seve
Infant dies as gnawing cats attack in Sheridan County
A two month old infant was killed in a cradle attack by a pair of gnawing cats in Sheridan County. The infant, son of Mr and Mrs James Adkins, was attacked before the mother could intervene. The event occurred in May, with the mother unable to drive the animals away before tragedy occurred.
Army Bill G To Go Early To President
Washington May 11 a standing army of 206000 and expandable to 254000 backed by a federalised national guard of 425000 was forced on today by a conference on the army bill. The agreement will be reported to Congress early next week and before President Wilson for his signature. The compromise between the two houses ends weeks of fight over a large army and includes government nitrate plants, vocational education costs, and military training camps for volunteers funded by the federal government.
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Swpate
Wilson
Featire
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Hause
Steamer Fretria Sinks. Lloyd's Agent Named
London May 13 The British steamer Fretria of 3464 tons has been named Lloyds alpine agent ry announced this evening. Fretria was about 441 feet long and 47 feet abroad, built at Port Glancow in 1902 and owned by Joba. Shipping records show it arrived at Tampa on April 16 from Nor donne and left April 19 for Lapoltea, France.
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Lapoltea
France
Bryan Calls For Peace Move In Democratic Campaign
Lincoln Neb May 1 A signed article argues the Democratic party must shift toward peace to win the campaign. It notes the Republican lead and the danger of alienating war supporters, urging a unity move to attract the peace element within the GOP, citing Ford and other states as examples.
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Ryan
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Aote
Henry Ford
Michigan
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Han
Bowen
Gils
Arfomr
Chicago suit mystery pits mother claim against lover
A Chicago court hears a tangled case over the infant mother identity in a legal battle tied to a $200,000 estate. The complainant alleges the real mother is a Canadian girl betrayed by her lover, with details of custody, deceit, and alleged nursing ties debated as the case unfolds across jurisdictions.
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Tio Alyntwrtin
Belnie Wrard
Mengo
Merida
Anna L
Candu
Jevale Hiryan
Jury deliberations in Los Angeles murder case over 1940 Times building blast
Los Angeles May 14 The jury at the seat of Payid Cups Inn continued deliberations in the murder case charging the defendant with complicity in the destruction of the Los Angeles Times building in October 1940. The panel weighed whether he was in any manner responsible for the deaths of Charion Hagerty and twenty others killed in the explosion.
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Stake Notice at Rock Island Arsenal Over Wages
A large group of workers at the government Arsenal, around 4000 employees, were notified that next week they would quit work unless wages were adjusted. Colonel Scorms W. Durr, commandant, announced the plan in Rock Island today. The likely move follows a push for payment adjustments for similar outlays in Chicago for similar labor.
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Force at Santo Domingo Threat Outsiders
May 18. W. W. Russell, the American imitator, warned that if city leaders did not evacuate Santo Domingo by Sunday morning the city would be taken by force. Diplomatic and consular representatives have been notified of this demand.
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Missouri Pacific notes extended with receiver's guarantee
In St Louis on May 10 Circuit Judge Hook authorized an extension of twenty four million Ingol notes of the Missouri Pacific railway with a receiver's guarantee attached. The order follows a petition by the panel for the pererror.
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Pererror
EXTRA TAXES FOR WAR PROGRAMS DISCUSSED IN WASHINGTON
Tax plans to fund war efforts hinge on revenue measures debated by the Ways and Means Committee. Kitchin notes proposed rates of 3000 for unmarried and 4000 for married men, with taxes on tobacco alcohol gasoline and other items abandoned. Revenue pages not released until after conventions.
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Songrona
Scottish women stage largest wartime protest in Glasgow
A massive Glasgow march drew about thirty thousand women in a 1918 wartime demonstration against munitions manufacture and sale. Led by banners and speakers, the rally surged to the green as speakers urged action and enduring opposition to profiteering amid the war effort.
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Glasgow
Scotland
London
Banda
Desperate Fighting Before Verdun
Report from the border front describes heavy fighting near Verdun with both German and French forces launching thrusts. German claims of progress around LAI 287 and near Tart Doumimont are countered by French reports of repulsed attacks. British, Russian, and African theater notes indicate broad strategic pressure as nations prepare potential drives.
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Carranza Troops Cooperating With American Forces in Mexico
Washington May 13 Indicated that Carranza troops were cooperating with American forces in Mexico and that no formal protocol had been drawn up at the border conference. Reports said joint operations against banditry were underway, with plans to pursue bands along the Chi Vuahue border. Diplomatic talks, led by Secretary Lansing, awaited developments as Carranza sought withdrawal terms. General Scott reported orders to continue the campaign in the border region and to prepare for further diplomacy next week.
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Willard-Pullen Labor Day Fight Hinted by Fulton Manager
Chicago reporter notes Mike Collins Fulton manager states a Labor Day bout between Jess Willard and Willard Pullen is in discussion. The proposed deal would be ten rounds or more with the club offering the most money. Willard to receive two thirds and Fulton one third, with payments to July. Grimes reportedly offered $37,500 to move the event to St Paul.
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Miners’ union mine closures hit Central City area
May 13 Central City Ky A Western Kentucky coal operators’ autostation announces a mine shutdown after failed wage scale talks. President Pollock of United Mine Workers district No 23 says all members will close May 15. One Central City mine will stay open if its pay meets miners’ demands. About 200 miners prepare to guard equipment to avoid law evasion and keep pumps running until work resumes.
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Horse raid at Ambrose Johnson farm sparks schoolhouse blaze
An attempted horse rustling by men described as Mexicano near Larodawa failed when ranch foreman fired. The raiders fled toward Ris Granda. About an hour later a schoolhouse mile from the ranch was found damaged and partially destroyed by fire.
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Ambrose Johnson
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Ris Granda
Ratte Wan
General Maxwell Commands Troops In Troland
Dublin dispatch reports troops from British forces enforcing a proclamation in Troland. Authorities forbid allies and political activity without written police authority. In Denver, May 1, hundreds of infantry from Worte Lawton and George A. Week attacked through Thamep toward Douglas.
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Heven
Wourteanth Infantry
Worte Lawton
George A. Weekt
Wash
Douglas
Atlee
Man Dies After Fire Residence Incident
In Coshocton County Frank Ulman aged 46 of Spring Mountain dies tonight after a fire trapped him in a burning dwelling. He had undergone a serious operation days earlier and reportedly jumped from bed attempting to escape before the flames engulfed the structure. He sustained injuries but his condition is described as recoverable.
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Frank Ulman
Spring Mountain
Uile
Lim Lo
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Intervention in Mexico: Wilson era debate sparks urgent call
The text outlines a heated plea for U.S. intervention in Mexico to restore peace and order. It cites leaders and lawmakers advocating a decisive approach, asserting Congress and the president must back action if lawlessness endangers Americans, with parallels to McKinley era policy.
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Brnton
Jamon Hamilton
Wilson
McKinley Dia
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Americana
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Acton
Women Meet in Charlerton Federation Clubs Gathering
Iny Aseocrayan raeen announces a federation of women’s clubs meeting in the Third Congressional district of West Virginia. The session is set for next Wednesday at 8 o’clock in Albans with prominent club women from across the state expected to attend.
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Charlerton
Federation of Women's Clube
West Virginia
Albans
Mil
Distring No 17 Leaders Call May Meeting
Georg Hargrove acting president of Distring No 17 United Mine Workers restricts a circular calling for a miners meeting in Charleston on May 29. Locals in Fayette county Mogal seek autonomy to conduct their affairs and resist broader district jurisdiction.
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Georg Hargrove
Distring No
United Mine Workers’ America
Xenaya
Fayette County
Fe Mogal
Bandits Captured by Regulars in Vera Cruz Campaign
In the Vera Cras theater, bandit leader Pedro Cadillo and his brother Mario Cadillo were killed or captured as government forces under General Jacinto Tragino and General Turino advance. Cadillo’s men suffered losses, with several captured and executed. General Tragino plans to press the campaign with possible American troop cooperation to finish the bandit force.
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Ceanom 16
Vera Cras
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