River Steamboat Columbia Sinks Killing Dozens Near Peoria
Seventy five to one hundred feared dead as the river steamboat Columbia collapses after striking a log eight miles from Peoria Illinois. Thirty three bodies recovered at ten thirty with many more missing and divers searching the wreckage. The Mehl Excursion Company vessel carried four hundred fifty club members and an additional crowd from Kingston Mines. Survivors describe a sudden panic on two decks as water flooded in and passengers fought for life belts and space.
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Germans Repulse Raids On Toul Front By Americans
Washington July 6 reports say German raids on the Toul front were repulsed by American forces. The article also notes Senate debate over a recess and a resolution granting the president authority to seize telegraph and telephone systems, with discussion of existing statutes from 1866 and the status of related amendments and appropriations.
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Toul Front
Wilson presses to seize all communications lines
President Wilson sent a letter to Senator Martin urging immediate passage of the resolution authorizing him to take over telegraph and telephone lines if needed. The move comes as Senate leaders indicated no need to act, causing administration officials to push plans and seek a quick vote before recess. Washington July 6.
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Congress
Allies Praise Yankees in World War I Front Reports
German raid attempts failed across the American sector in the Vosges and Xivray while French detachments penetrated German lines in Champagne and Ramene. Allied forces repulsed raids, with Paris noting fresh American troops performing well.
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Yankee Flyer Tops Three Germans in France Skirmish
In Friday air combat on the Marne front an American plane forced back three German fliers behind their lines. Another American fighter engaged two Albatrosses while pursuing a recon mission. Lieut Walter Tremler, who led a raid near Montdidier on June 29, was killed in action.
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German Front Prepares Big Drive, General March Says
General March states German attempts on the western front indicate a forthcoming heavy assault, while Allied nibbling advances give the Allies advantage on multiple sectors. He notes over a million American troops overseas and cites the July 1 Vaux capture by the 2nd Division under Maj. Gen. Omar Bundy with support from field artillery.
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Russia
Vaux
Omar Bundy
Death of former New York Mayor John Purroy Mitchel shocks city
New York records a national outcry after the death of former Mayor John Purroy Mitchel in a plane crash near Lake Charles Louisiana. City officials lower flags to half mast and Mayor Hylan promises solemn honors. Mitchel, the youngest NY mayor, is expected to lie in state at City Hall amid widespread mourning.
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John P Mitchel Dies In Air Crash While Flying Alone
Former Gotham executive John P Mitchel died in a plane crash while piloting solo. War Department officials have not confirmed the death. The home city is in shock upon news reaching residents.
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Former New York Mayor Mitchel Dies in Flying Accident
Major John Purroy Mitchel, ex mayor of New York, was killed in a scout aircraft crash at Gerstner field near Lake Charles Louisiana. Army officials began an investigation as reports placed his age as the oldest officer in the aviation branch.
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A Man's Glorious Death Viewed For Country
Former Mayor Mitchell told Manhattan Borough President Dowling that dying for country is the most glorious fate, replying to the idea his services could be used elsewhere in the war. Dowling described him as a game man in every sense as he prepared to join the air service.
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Frank L. Dowling
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Outbreak Hits Lisbon After Political Meeting
Paris reports that several persons are dead or wounded in Lisbon after a meeting of Democratic and revolutionist parties. The city also reports 243 arrests as authorities respond to the incident.
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Fateful hour of the war quote by Bonar Law
London July 6 the Inter Allied Parliament hears Chancellor Frank A Bonar Law declare the fateful hour of the war is here and warn that after three months the enemy must show a strategic objective or face failure of their campaign.
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Frank A. Bonar A. Law
Weather Forecast for Washington July 6
Fair tonight and Sunday with slightly cooler conditions in northern portions. Winds light to moderate. No significant precipitation expected. Temperatures range from mild to warm across the region.
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Motion Picture Actors Not Affected by Rule
Washington July 6 Motion picture actors and other skilled workers needed for production and presentation of motion pictures are not affected by the work of fight order, according to a ruling issued today by Provost Marshal General Crowder.
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