Rome Defeated Again in Austrian Offensive Near Borgo
Jenian May 22 The Austrians press the Italians along the western front, crossing toward Borgo as Italian forces retreat. Reports claim Austrians gained ground, with booty seized and Italian lines pulled back to main positions in the Sugana valley amid continued fighting and border harassment. Elsewhere in Rome, Mayor Mitchell testified about wiretapped conversations and alleged conspiracies to discredit authorities and charities, prompting church officials to comment.
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Vienna
Monte Vela
Wiretapping in New York City scandal rocks mayoral probe
New York May 2 Mayor John Mitchell faces sharp questions as a state committee probes telephone wiretapping linked to a Roman Catholic charity case. Indictments in Kings County target John A. Kingsbury city commissioner and special counsel Willium Hotchkiss for their role in tapping. Roman Catholic clergy testified to the grand jury while Mayor Mitchell and Commissioner Woods also appeared though their testimony faced contradictions.
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Furnieh Codneel
Mitche
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Rey
Mrenna
Strang Committee
Hotchkles
Wit Persea
Urtthel
Charities Department
John J. Dun
Archidiocrse
New York
Sald Foundation
John Murray Mitchell
Whitman
Altaira
George F. Thompson
Kings County
John A. Kingsbury
Chat
Lee
Willium
Hotchkiss
Ren
Probate Matters in District Court in June session
Probate petitions filed in Judge Nathan J. Harris division list multiple estates including Tirert Hanahan deceased for letters of administration and settlement of final accounts for David Jenkins Oscar F. Johnson and David E. Browning Jr. Also probate of wills for Rose Kennedy and Dorothy Koudsen, guardianship actions for Mabel Irene Shaw and a minor, sales of real estate in several estates, and discharge of guardian for Joseph Decker.
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Emiia F. Grandin
Flowers for Sale Outdoor Plants Ad
Tansies nates daisies and other outdoor plants advertised by Mia J Ny Ford Mil and Pacific.
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Mia, J. Ny
Ford
Mil and Pacific
Churchill Sees Many Servants in War Effort Debate
Winston Churchill, opposing the government, urged rapid mobilization and broader use of reserves to sustain Allied efforts. He critiqued reported troop totals and argued for leveraging Saloniki, Egypt, and other regions while pressing for a 300 million pound vote of credit. Premier Asquith defended wartime outlays and detailed expenditures from April to May.
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Vietory
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Saloniki
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India
Africa
Artat
Egypt
House of Commons
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Mier Asquith
Eouss of Commons
Lee Dank
England
Delly Arerece &T
Fghice
el- Hea
Dominions
War spending records set in Great Britain during the spring
The report notes a dramatic spending reduction and cites a 41,600,000 pound daily average during April 1 to May 2 as the peak wartime expenditure, with a projected total of 310,000,000 pounds expected to be drawn by midweek in April.
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Europe
America
Cee Ue
Tohenias
Antieuser-Buscht- Stiouis
USA
Levis
Becker Brewing & Malting Co
Ogden
Utah
Anheuser-Busch
Italy Celebrates Its Part In War Across Cities
Rome May 23 Italy celebrated its entrance into the war with nationwide decorations. Towns and villages displayed flags and banners while cheerful crowds gathered to honor the soldiers. The King Victor Emmanuel monument in Turin was buried in flowers as Mayor Cordona renewed vows from the Capitol Hill. Messages of loyalty poured in to the King and the front lines.
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Victormanuel
Tome
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Ingairy
Klng
Mont Copsianis
Gesera Cadorua
Mexican Troops Demand U S Withdrawal Across Border
May 22 dispatch from Mexica III reports the Mexican government warns against American troop incursions and vows resistance to sovereignty violations. Carranza forces around Madera are acting against General Pershing’s troops while American patrols keep to the line south of headquarters. Detachments near San Antonio and Juarez receive supplies as luxury donations reach troops.
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United States
Mentes
Washington
Ila
Nanguija
Mexico
Carranza
Americana
Verdun siege clash recaps dramatic Duoumont battle
French forces under General Nivelle broke German defenses at Duoumont capturing the fort in a rapid, fierce assault. Adolf von Brandenburger troops retreated to northern cover as French infantry overran the summit, then cleared underground passages and seized captives amid ruins and scattered weapons.
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Oiasee
Gennans J
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Duvaumont
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Bres
Abemaatres
Talea
Milne
Holstat
Secre
Stiefel elected chairman of Missouri delegation
St Louis May 23 election results in a Missouri delegation caucus named former Federal league magnate Bilefel as chairman over former Governor Hadley by 21 to 7. Delegates expressed sentiment for Charles Nagel of St Louis for vice president but Nagel asked that the campaign not be pressed locally while Missouri action awaits developments at the national convention.
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Stiefel
St Louts
F. Bilefel
St Louie
Federal League
Missouri
Hadley
Aseta
Charlies Nagel
St. Louls
Skin Trouble Disfigured Face Case Report
A damaged fragment describes a person with severe facial skin trouble. The text mentions repeated infections, discomfort, and attempts at treatment using topical products. It references cures and products, with an unclear source and dubious health claims.
French Troops Hold Recovered Trench North of Vaus
Grim battlefield report describes heavy fighting as French forces firmly hold the northern recaptured trench near the village of Vaus the engagement continuing for a full day. Dust and gore mark the scene around bell crater positions as German counterattacks fail to dislodge the assailants.
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Cova
French Crush on Verdun Front Reported by Wireless
Berle May 23 The Over seas News Agency reports a French assault on Hill 304 amid Verdun fighting. French divisions moved up in thin sector and launched three attacks though exposed to deadly fire. French command officers reaffirm the strategic importance of Hill 304 despite heavy losses.
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Bayrville
Verdun
Kern
Unlimited submarine use urged by German National Liberty party
A Central board meeting in Ter n Rubday urged unrestricted submarine warfare against England. The dispatch from Amsterdam says the group backed a tract urging the real value of submarines in war at sea and called on the National Liberty party to push unlimited use if the United States does not yield in civilians cited in the recent German note.
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iTdberty Party
Ters
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Natalspatch
Amterdam
Enegland
National Liberty Party
United States
Nevada Desert Box Discovery Sparks Boundary Test Mystery
A damaged report notes a box found in a Nevada desert spot during a boundary survey. White party leader Mr. Stewart and surveyor G. I. Kirkpatrick investigated a remote area miles from the nearest trail. Blank quilts and women's clothing were found. no talismans or signs of settlement were located.
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United States General Inter Oriies
Stewart
Chat Territory
Ealy
Kirkpatrick
Aestaiant
Mystery Chest Cheat Discovered By Prospectors
A reporter recalls secrecy surrounding a chest hidden during a prospector’s journey. Mr. Kirkpatrick notes the concealment was tight and only by accident did Sr. Stewart glimpse the edge of a corner protruding from the furniture, misinterpreting it as a railroad feature before curiosity led to the box’s discovery. The surveying team believes a prospecting party hid the chest intending to return, but their plans faltered after a gate’s failure.
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Pone
Mr. Kirkpatrick
Sr. Stewart
Reagan
Stirring Up the Mexican People Reported by Radio
A May 23 dispatch from Nautiqulps Mexico through Colum bus, N M, says the Varranta garrison 6% spread reports to foster animosity toward both soldiers and natives across the Americas. No clashes have been reported between Mesita and troops. patrols extend only a short distance south. Carfanisme bars contact with American detachments. General Pershie thanks American women for donations to troops but notes shortages of clothing and sacks, and warns against an excess of candies burdening transport.
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Ube
Germain Barat
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Venturi
Nautiqulps
Mexico
Columbus
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Carfanisme
Geverst Pershipe
Three Ships Reported Sunk In Mediterranean Waters
A Lloyd’s shipping report states three vessels have sunk in the Mediterranean including the Greek steamer and the Italian vessel The Green. The Adamantios Korals, 2347 tons, was also sunk with all hands saved from the Avarians. The Fabbri, a Turkish or Italian sailing vessel, and the Ages of Thines also went down with loss of crew.
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