Postal Strike Hits Western Union Plans Call Private Workers
Chicago June 11 Union leaders claim the first day of a nationwide telegraph operators strike shows promise of full walkout within three days. Western Union officials say the response is minor with about 166 workers, 121 operators, quitting. The Telegraphers Union notes many employees are in the association with wage talks, while a prior five to ten percent rise under Postmaster Burleson is cited as part of negotiated adjustments.
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Knight of Pythias and Py Sisters plan city convention entertainment
Final arrangements have been completed for the Twin Falls lodges Knights of Pythias and the Py Sisters to host a convention here next week. A decoration committee aims to place colors and banners in prominent spots with business leaders promised to cooperate though not all firm heads are expected to attend. The convention opens Wednesday and runs three days.
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Sums on Stand Inqwa Defense Sums on Stand Inqwa Defense
The prosecution rested after cross examination of an attendant witness who was grilled by the prosecutor. He was asked about reasons behind belief in Denton and the girl's conviction and the trial continued with further questioning.
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Battle Forecast as Rebels Advance Toward Juarez
Juarez reports 500 armed Mexican cavalry moving eastward after skirmishes with federal forces near San Augustin. Villa and Angeles factions allegedly sending reinforcements, with a military train departing and intense street sentiment amid looming battle plans near Juarez.
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Allies Hold Hope On German Treaty Reply In Paris
Hope returns in Paris that allied authorities will present a German counter proposal reply to the peace treaty demands. The four power council has settled key provisions, with changes described as explanations rather than rejections. Silesian settlement reached, league of nations admission under discussion, Austrian treaty drafting slow, chancellor protests hard terms. President Wilson urged Irish question attention, while Bolsheviks reportedly seize Ufa from Kolchak forces.
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Paris Report on Reparations and German Countermove
A Paris dispatch outlines Allied and associated government progress on German reparations terms. Points include a four month period to sign the treaty, a Friday delivery of the proposal, and a dispute over fixed amounts. The discussion touches on delays before a final accord and potential conference plans. Twin Falls gold sands yield $306 last year. Idaho counties show widespread mineral output totaling $86,552,158 for 1918 versus $54,846,162 in 1917.
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Kish Delegation Plans Paris Arrival Tomorrow
A Kish delegation is en route to Paris with secrecy surrounding their mission. Officials expect discussions to cover finance and regional cooperation, but details remain undisclosed as the arrival approaches.
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