British airship R-34 to begin return voyage early tomorrow
The British airship R-34 will depart Roosevelt Field at 5 AM on its homeward flight, weather permitting, after a day of delays. Major G H Scott and Lt Col F W Lucas reaffirm plans to head south toward Spain, with a proposed overflight of New York area if conditions allow.
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American Aboard R34 Crossing Ocean
Lieutenant Lansdowen stands as the sole non English officer to fly the R34 from England to America. He was chosen to be aboard the aircraft for the overseas air navigation study and to observe the transatlantic route.
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Townley Case to Be Continued in Minnesota Trial
In Jackson Minnesota the Townley case remains unresolved as the judge denied the defense motion to dismiss the conspiracy charge against A C Townley of the National Non-Partisan League and Joseph Gilbert. Attorney George Hoke opened the defense argument as the trial proceeds with allegations linking Townley to the league and its organizer.
Army units leave Rhine as censor removal eyed
Military dispatches report Fifth and Fourth divisions clearing the Rhine sector with trains crowded by casuals and reservists. The Second division slated to move east of the Rhine by July 16 as Allied authorities consider lifting censorship alongside blockade shifts. Separately, Robert Minor, jailed American correspondent and cartoonist, has been released amid an inquiry into alleged propagandist activity. The German national assembly debates a new constitution while the Allied council discusses ending censorship of Germany communications.
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Wilson party nears home on voyage to New York
The presidential fleet battles heat waves while steering toward New York harbor. President Wilson rests on deck and visits wounded soldiers as plans unfold for a welcome in Hoboken and New York City. He aims to address Congress after landing Tuesday afternoon.
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Allies discuss trial of Kaiser in peace talks
In London Bonar Law said no official extradition representations have been made to the Dutch government. He noted steps are being taken. MPs debated the issue amid cheers as the fate of the former German emperor loomed in Paris discussions among the council of three and President Wilson.
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Motor Convoy Starts Across the Continent
A complete military motor convoy begins an across continent journey under Colonel A O Seaman in command. Sixty three trucks, ambulances, repair shops and kitchens form the train, reviewed by Secretary Baker before departure in Washington for San Francisco. The trip aims to map a coast to coast motor route and prove long distance motor transport viability. Recruits will enlist during the journey. In other items a Weimar dispatch notes ratification talks on the German peace treaty.
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Graham Charges Hidden War Council Overstepped Law
The chairman of the Special Committee accuses the War Department council of national defense of acting beyond legal authority before the war was declared. He cites seven men as de facto leaders, expanding powers, directing purchases, censorship, and price fixing, with Goethals and Hover named in the alleged overreach.
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Italian cities confront food disorders amid price hikes
Rome reports widespread unrest in Florence Milan Legnora and other cities as food shortages and profiteering provoke action. Premier Nitti and Helan appeal for support while calls for intervention grow. the cabinet signals economic causes behind recent disturbances and sets potential measures for July 20.
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President's Washington Visit Delays on Peace Treaty
The president faces a backlog of official business upon arrival in Washington tonight. Bills awaiting action include sundry civil, army, navy, agriculture with daylight saving repeal, the Sesinity bill, vocational education measures, and several others.
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Tiffany Blake Returns to Jury News Trial
Tiffany Blake, chief editorial writer of the Chicago Daily Tribune, resumed testimony at the opening of the ninth week of Henry Ford tripume trial. He criticized Ford and defended the Tribune’s editorial stance supporting the government’s actions to protect assertions in Mexico and on the border.
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Commission Hearing Haunts War Era Pricing Schemes
A reading of minutes shows the council detailing how manufacturers formed a cooperative to sell supplies to the government. It notes parallel war measures, rival federal bureaus, and disputes with the cabinet over control and profiteering before and during wartime.
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Disposition of German Ships to Be Debated
Paris July reports indicate Japan and the United States favor breaking up or sinking the remaining warships. Britain backs destruction, Italy agrees, France opposes destruction and distribution. Poland and other smaller powers approve destroying the vessels.
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Hog Market Breaks Records With New Price Peak
CHICAGO July 7 hog market hits highs after three record pushes last week. New top quote reaches 2240 per hundredweight with an average price around 21.53 as of Thursday, no rating recorded this morning. STRIKERS RESUME WORK FRANKFORT Associated Press report says German southern western transport strikers return to work but demand government action and unity.
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