Tague Accuses Mail Tampering in House Hearing Clash
Massachusetts lawmakers accuse postal officials of opening mail in transit and prepare to push the matter to the House floor. Representative Tague and Dallinger press charges, while Postmaster General Burleson and Post Office leaders deny, sparking heated testimony and requests for affidavits and further witnesses.
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Tian Tong
November
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Trew
Michael So Tey
Democratic
Taru
Teuton jailed in Baltimore in alien enemy case
Friedrich H A Huttmann, an alien enemy with a Norfolk permit, was arrested in Baltimore and held for instructions from the attorney general. Reported as a lieutenant in the German army and a Heidelburg University graduate, his case involves wartime security.
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Norfolk
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Adamson Warns of Outside Control If Railroads Fail Reforms
Adamson warns that outside control could be invoked if railroads do not reform to enforce the eight hour law. He cites high costs to compile required statistics, claims the Goethals commission cannot observe current practice, and argues trains run too fast or long due to lax enforcement. He predicts possible new legislation if reforms do not occur.
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America’s Foreign Trade Sets 1917 Record Total Near 9 Billion
The 1917 foreign trade reached 8 955 009 000 with exports tallying 6 294 000 000 and imports 2 659 000 000. June marked a record month aside from January, exports 578 006 000 and imports 367 000 000. The annual trade balance was 3 653 500 000 in America's favor, up sharply from prior years, driven by vast increases in both exports and imports over 1916 and earlier years.
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Greatest U S Engineers Tasks in France Facing Corps
The officers of the chief of army engineers outline the vast, independent U S effort in France. They must build railways, bridges, roads, and wharves. cut timber. establish underground power. drill wells and water lines. teach camouflage painting. conduct mining and map operations. and construct hospitals and shops. They will equip French wharves with American terminals and carry their own rolling stock, advancing ahead of troops while avoiding overloading plans.
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British Recruiters Rally Chicago District for 4000 Men
British recruiting officers counted on a minimum of 4000 men from the Chicago district for service under the union jack. The recent fig rally added 650 enrollers last week, boosting prospects for the manpower drive.
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Mills to Join Pershing Forces in France
Albany July 381 The resignation of State Senator Ogden L. Mills was announced tonight. Mills will join General Pershing's forces in France as part of U S military service.
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Sammies in France Say They Will Waive Exemptions
Pershing's fighters in France issue a bold message to home draftees saying they would rather fight in France than endure a defensive war in America later. They urge obedience to consciences while acknowledging the heavy risks ahead and pride in their health and readiness.
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America
Pershing
Sammy
Pershing Delayed Arrival Frustrates French Village
American forces in France report Maj. Gen. Pershing failed to arrive for the Monday evening reception, likely due to a plan change. French villagers waited anxiously as camps deal with tobacco shortages and preparations for winter billet welfare. Officers study heat and lodging needs, while home knitters are asked to send comfort items like mufflers and head covers.
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Associated Press
Pershing
Belgium Mission Heads for Boston Visit
Baron Moncheur and Belgian mission members depart for Boston to be official guests of the city. Moncheur will deliver several addresses during the visit. A separate note reports a New York delegation of colored men carrying 15,000 signatures to petition President Wilson to curb lynching and discrimination, urging federal action.
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Baron Moncheur
New York
Washington
Wilson
Hampden Sydney College President resigns to return to ministry
Richmond Virginia July 31 The resignation of the Rev H Tucker Graham T 1D as president of Hampden-Sidney College was accepted by the board of trustees. Dr Graham will return to the Presbyterian ministry. The article also notes a steel company reporting 200 million in expected government taxes for the year and 50 percent balance to common stock, with usual dividends and a 3 percent extra on common.
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New York
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Richmond
H. Tucker Graham
Hampden-Sidney College
Graham
Quebec Floods Destroy Bridges and Crops
Damage runs to hundreds of thousands of dollars as the Chaudiere River floods the region. The big iron Quebec Central Railroad bridge at Valley Junction, the new St Marys bridge, and the Horee and Foot bridge were carried away. Montreal reports a severe electrical storm with fires and telegraph disruptions after a hot day.
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