Battle cruisers may be finished say naval experts
The navy general board discussed capital ship types with Secretary Daniels and three advisers after travel in Europe. Opinion in naval circles remains fluid with no clear trend, as debates continue on ship design and the fate of British projects like the Hood.
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Jarez City Council Debates May Entrance Policy
Jarez Mexico in May city council session discusses new entrance policy. Officials consider criteria for residents and visitors, with potential impacts on municipal services and local commerce. The meeting notes indicate ongoing debates and questions from council members.
Court martial acquits Captain Chamberlain of major charges
London May 28 unofficial word says Captain Edward Chamberlain of San Antonio Texas the aviator who claimed to have performed many exploits over the German lines has been acquitted of the first charge of perjury and forgery. The vote on the second charge of falsehood was not learned. The court reconvened behind closed doors after hearing testimony and threw out much of the evidence. Chamberlain who as a lieutenant in 1918 was recommended for the Victoria Cross and the Congressional Medal of Honor for an exploit on July 20 previously reportedly destroyed enemy planes and captured a German officer under heavy fire.
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Portu Flight Plans Delayed by Strong Offshore Winds
Associated Press reports Commander A. C. Read said forty knot winds off Port Del Grorda will prevent his start in the lane NC.4 for the Lisbon flight before daybreak Sunday. Destination and timing uncertain as winds persist.
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Airplane designer claims abduction by Germans on submarine
Nace testified after being captured while working on a new aircraft at Mineola and followed by Rudolph Gregan to Camp Devens. He described Greghorn abducting him, drugging him, and the voyage to a South American base, then escape by sea near Cape Henry before Fort Story, Virginia. The government disputes his mathematical knowledge.
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Coal producers forecast winter coal shortage
The National Coal Association warned of a coal shortage this winter after adopting a resolution favoring a federal system. Harry N. Taylor Jr. spoke during the Chicago convention, saying supply could be tight as demand rises and production faces limits.
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Villa Threatens Northern Mexico as Rebels Advance
U S citizens remain unharmed as Villa and his rebel band push through Durango and Chihuahua. American mining men seek special trains to evacuate families. Parral is sacked and several other towns fall with federal garrisons defecting. Villa's main force heads a Gomez Farias fort near Torreon.
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Highest Black Hills Peak to Be Roosevelt
Black Hills pioneers will on July 4 name the highest peak Mount Theodore Roosevelt. Seth Bullock of Deadwood announces Major General Leonard Wood will deliver a memorial address and a tablet will be dedicated in memory of Theodore Roosevelt. The former president was an honorary member of the Black Hills pioneers, with Governor Norbeck and the South Dakota legislature expected to attend.
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York Proclaimed Greatest Soldier In History
New York May 23 Sergeant Alvin C York winner of the Congressional Medal of Honor for a single handed war feat was hailed as the greatest soldier in history at a Tennessee society dinner in his honor in Pall Mall The praised hero noted he was just a soldier boy and expressed gratitude to General Duncan and the Tennessee group praising his modesty and patriotism The remarks by General Duncan highlighted Yorks gallantry and his leadership in the Argonne when he captured 132 prisoners and forced 36 enemy machine gun nests out of action
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Delegates to Twin Falls Vets Meet Form Post
Service men of Twin Falls voted last evening to apply to the American Legion for a charter. Twin Falls Post was adopted as the name, with Arthur Aly elected president and Dos Davies secretary. The meeting drew more veterans than previous gatherings, signaling momentum to establish a permanent organization.
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