Americans Drive Villa Rebels From Juarez Race Track
At dawn American troops crossed the border to Mexico and engage Villa forces at Juarez race track. Heavy rifle fire, several prisoners reported, as federal troops retreat into town. General Erwin said withdrawal if El Paso safety is assured and Villa forces dispersed.
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Tennessee Suffrage Act Declared Unconstitutional
Nashville June 16 Chancellor Newman ruled un constitutional the act of the legislature giving women the right to vote in city and presidential elections.
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Newman
Mexican federal troops withdraw as U S forces occupy Juarez
Juarez reports say Villa troops driven from the city by United States infantry are fleeing southeast toward Guadalupe opposite Fabens Texas, with U S cavalry in pursuit. Major General Gonzales returns to Juarez and resumes command after American entry, withdrawing toward Samblayuca to avoid a clash of Mexican government and federal forces.
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United States and Mexico Confident Over Border Troop Move
Secretary Baker states no misunderstanding with the Mexican government over troop movements at El Paso. He says the sole aim is to protect the American side of the border and that both governments share a distinct understanding of the action.
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HI Paso
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Petrograd Evacuation Report Amid World War II Alerts
London reports that active preparations are underway for the evacuation of Petrograd. A Moscow wireless transmission received today states authorities are organizing the move as war tensions escalate.
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Petrograd
Moscow
Burleson Relents as Telegraph Strike Near End
In Atlantic City on June 16 the Postmaster General Burleson promised to grant collective bargaining rights to telegraph and telephone workers. The planned electrical workers strike was called off after the decision, with union and company officials set to meet to adjust wage scales and discuss bargaining terms.
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AFL leader reports Burleson pledge at convention
Atlantic City on June 16 Frank Morrison secretary of the American Federation of Labor announced to national convention delegates that Postmaster General Burleson had promised to issue orders that would result in confer. (Continued on Page 5.)
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British and American Pilots Conquer Atlantic Flight
London reports Capt. John Alcock and Lieut Arthur Brown completed the first nonstop trans Atlantic flight. Mascots the dog and cat traveled with the crew. They carried the first aerial mail across the Atlantic. The pair described a icy, demanding voyage with an average speed of 120 miles per hour aided by a following wind.
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Plane in good shape after long flight
Major Mayo of the Aero Club inspected the Vickers Vimy plane used by Alcock and Brown on the London to Clifden flight. Weather was bad, a propeller failure affected wireless power and a stay wire broke during the start. Lieut Brown warned Alcock after landing, and Alcock considered turning back if informed earlier.
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President Wilson to Tour Country for League of Nations
President Wilson plans a nationwide tour to speak in support of the League of Nations, with a tentative itinerary not yet published. White House aides say many cities invited him to speak on July Fourth, as Senate debates the peace treaty and league shape proceed this week.
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Costa Rica Revolution Grows Against Tinoco Regime
In Costa Rica the revolution against the Tinoco government has intensified as opposition measures expand. Reports from Washington indicate broader actions being considered in response to the political turmoil.
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Washington
Tinoco
Baker Seeks Military Provision Before Senate Committee
In Washington in June 1916 Baker urged the Senate military committee to require Congress to provide for the Army. He criticized the Hotel accommodations as inadequate and pressed for action today.
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Senate | Ammilitary
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Thirty-One Die as River Steamer Capsizes Near Tuscaloosa
Thirty-one persons are dead or missing after a pleasure launch with fifty-three aboard capsized on the Warrior river near Tuscaloosa Alabama. Searchers still drag the river for twelve missing. Most victims were women and children.
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Medical men approve of beer
The allied medical association of America comprising all medical schools has adopted a resolution declaring properly brewed lager beer essential in treating certain cases and favoring two and three quarter per cent beer. The resolution says such beer is beneficial to humanity when drunk moderately and can substitute for stronger alcoholic drinks as well as a variant for many soft drinks.
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Allied Medical Association of America
Schools of Medicine
Turkish Women Adopt American Pajamas Amid Romania Arrests
In Bucharest on June 16 a Turkish observer notes Turkish women in villages along the Dagube river in Romania wearing American style pajamas with the label Gift of the American people. The report highlights pride in this visible symbol during arrests and occupation, reflecting cultural exchange amid wartime strain.
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Dagube
Romania
Allied Reply From Paris Delayed For German Proposals
Versailles reports show the allied reply to German terms postponed to six this evening while a four power council reviews the documents in Paris. The plan includes civil administration on the Rhine and a five day window for treaty rejection signatures. Bolshevik unrest in Switzerland leaves two dead and seventeen wounded in Zurich.
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Paris
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League of Nations
Count von. Brockdorff- Rantzau
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Hall of Justice
Germans Likely to Seek Time Extension on Treaty Reply
Paris reports anticipated German requests for more time to answer treaty terms. The extension would rest on the premise that Germany would receive only a revised list rather than a full response.
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Paris Meeting Winds Up German Situation
In Paris on June 16 General Foch Marshal Bliss and other military leaders attended a Council of Five session. The gathering served as a general wind-up of the German situation and related military considerations.
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Germany Will Not Sign Peace Treaty Without Major Edits
Berlin officials say revised Entente draft must undergo radical changes in spirit and letter or Germany will refuse to sign. A Berlin briefing cites neutral sources reporting substantial modifications, prompting officials to scrutinize terms closely before any agreement. Washington meanwhile notes Germany faces final terms at the peace conference closing stages.
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Allies to deliver war crimes list within month
Paris reports that on June 16 the Allies promised to provide Germany with a list of individuals to be tried for war crimes and violations of the laws of war, within one month.
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