Pacific coast rail strike nears return to work test
Aug 28 dispatches report a time limit for strikers on the Pacific coast to resume duties. Brotherhood leaders set a Saturday morning return deadline as unions and the railroad administration negotiate operations. Trains gradually resume from Oakland and San Jose while talks continue in Los Angeles and Sacramento.
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Wage Demat Talks With Fifteen Union Officials
Washington August 28 Sant Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor met with officials of fifteen railroad unions upon returning from Europe. They discussed President Wilsons decision that there should be no general increase in railroad employee wages while the government is reducing living costs. A statement was expected after the conference. Meantime union officials met to discuss Gomperts actions regarding the presidents decision.
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Rebels rear loose whole of Montenegro in a state of revolution
Montenegro faces upheaval as rebels gain traction across the country. The capture of key towns signals a broad challenge to authorities, with reports indicating widespread unrest and shifting allegiances amid a volatile security situation.
Racts in Caribou Lands Returned to Home Stead
The article notes a government action returning tracts of Caribou lands to a homestead, detailing the transfer as part of a policy on resettlement. Local residents express relief while officials emphasize compliance with land reforms and the importance of secure homesteads.
Montenegro Revolt Opens as Serbs Press Uprising
Dispatches from London and Vienna describe widespread fighting across Montenegro and a state of revolution as Serbs use strong measures to suppress the uprising. Railways are cut, reinforcements flow to the region, and political shifts in Hungary are reported amid postwar turmoil.
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President Wilson to Tour for Peace Treaty Speeches
President Wilson plans a speech making tour next Wednesday with stops across Idaho Wyoming Oregon California Washington and Colorado speaking in Denver Coeur d Alene Portland Spokane Seattle and other cities. The itinerary includes Columbus Indianapolis and Cincinnati, with Mrs Wilson and a secretary corps accompanying him.
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Live Hog Prices Drop at Stockyards in Chicago
At the Union Stock Yards in Chicago hog prices fell sharply with live hogs down 1.5 dollars per hundredweight to about 125. Prices for dressed pork declined as the September delivery opened at 40.50, two dollars below yesterday's sale. Lard and ribs also eased while grain markets weakened with corn and oats slipping. Traders attributed the drop to anti inflation agitation and ample meat stock storage in eastern warehouses.
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Carnegie Will Publicized. Carnegie Estate Valued at 25 to 30 Million
New York August 23. Andrew Carnegie's will made public places real estate and works of art to Mrs Carnegie while estate value is estimated between 25 million and 30 million. Provisions include legacies to charities and annuities to relatives and friends. Taft receives 10000 annual, Mrs Cleveland and Mrs Roosevelt 5000 each, Lloyd George 10000, with the Carnegie Corporation named residuary legatee. The statement notes lifetime gifts and charities exceeded 350 million.
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Deportation demand for Bela Kun and associates
Hungary has demanded the deportation of Bela Kun and his former associates from the former Hungarian communist government. The request was reported via a Vienna dispatch citing the new Swiss foreign office as the source.
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General Botha Dies in South Africa at Age
Pretoria Aug 28 General Louis Botha premier and minister of agriculture of the Union of South Africa died suddenly today after an attack of influenza. The veteran statesman had led the country since its formation and played a pivotal role in its defense and governance. His death casts a shadow over the Union as officials pledge to continue his policies and honor his legacy.
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Fakers Papers Attack Americans Teachings in Mexico Crisis
Washington reports state department officials interpret Cabrera and Selfatino moves as attempts to pull Mexican leaders back toward Carranza. Cabrera urged delaying hearings on Amparo cases against oil firms, seen as targeting U S and foreign interests amid decrees seen as confiscation. Mexico City press accuses Cabrera of anti patriotism warning that schools teach children to hate the United States.
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Senate committee authorizes inquiry into war risk bureau
War Risk Bureau investigations move forward as the Senate finance committee orders a review of the bureau. The panel aims to identify necessary changes in the governing law to strengthen the agency and its operations.
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British pullout from Caucasus progress noted in Paris
NEEDED PARIS August 27 AP reports British troops began leaving the Caucasus on August 15 and will be out of Armenian-protecting districts before September 1. Davis Arnold of the American Committee for Relief in the Near East urged foreign policing, preferably American, before any partition of Turkey. He warned of possible wholesale massacres if not done.
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Passengers Landed From Wrecked Ship Awaiting Rescue
Passengers of the United States Shipping Board steamer Heffron, ashore off Dokurea Korea Strait on August 18, have been landed at Moji and await rescue while the vessel is reported. Among those on board were 823 wounded Czech Slovak soldiers from Siberia and American Red Cross workers. women and others are mentioned in the damaged transmission.
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France to Ratify Peace Pact Debates Continue
Paris dispatch reports the chamber of deputies may soon ratify the peace treaty with Germany but dissenters fear insufficient military protection. After ratification motions of protest will reopen debate, then discuss the Anglo American French treaty on protection against German aggression.
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Catholics Warned Not to Participate In YMCA Work
In Lima Deru on August 27, Archbishop Emilio Isron published a warning in all papers urging Catholics to refrain from joining the YMCA branch planned in the city. He cites the risk of suspected heresy and ecclesiastical censure. La Prensa disputes the archbishop’s understanding of the institution’s constitutions and aims.
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Hundred Naval Vessels to Be Auctioned Off
Washington dispatch reports the navy department will auction more than 100 vessels of varied types including seven oil driven gun boats several converted yachts a monitor a tug and submarine diesels among the offerings. Bids will be received as the navy department directs the sale with details awaiting final instruction.
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British Tennis Stars Win Fal Singles in Tryout
British players won the two final singles matches in Deauville to aid selection of a Davis Cup team to face Australia. Dawson defeated Lagants 2 and Col onel Algemun FB Kingsente beat Andre Gaher 7 5. France claims the French team swan he handles.
Poisoning at Chicago lunchroom hospitalizes thirty
Chicago August 28 Health Commissioner Roterts reports arsenic found in coffee samples from a downtown lunch room after thirty people were poisoned yesterday. Police asked to search for the guilty party. Most patrons are expected to recover after eating at the restaurant.
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