War Tax Bill Clash Shapes Congress Fight
House leaders insist they will accept a Senate substitute while bitter opposition grows over proposed changes to the war tax bill. Reports claim a new conference plan aims to strike after the enacting clause and insert the finance committee’s text, prompting Kitchin to threaten a refusal to seek a conference. Congress braces for a hot weather session as river and harbor and food control bills move forward and debate on the espionage bill ends with censorship provisions removed.
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Jamestown Exposition
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Herbert C Hoover
Midnight Curfew Declared In Uniontown Citywide
Mayor George McBails imposed a midnight curfew in Uniontown for June 10. Those out after midnight lacking a satisfactory excuse will be lodged at the city police station until morning. The ordinance applies to both men and women to curb recent robberies and hold-ups.
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George McBails
Poultry in Storage Surges Five Times From Last Year
Storage houses held SP R30997 pounds of frozen poultry up 487 percent, five times greater than a year ago, per a Department of Agriculture report. May shows increases in broilers chicks and fowls while declines appear in other poultry categories with mixed effects across roasters and storks.
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Department of Agriculture Re
Secretary Houston Outlines Food Bills for Allies and U.S.
Secretary Houston of the Agriculture Department outlines in detail the purposes of food bills before Congress. He stresses two paths: stimulate production and central distribution to conserve food for the allies and protect U.S. needs. the bills aim to regulate trade and ensure subsistence amid wartime shortages.
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Europe
State Defense Councils Form Across Forty Five States
Forty five states announced to the Council of National Defense the creation of state councils to cooperate with the federal body. Large appropriations have been made by many states, from 7,900 to 406,000 dollars, and most councils are authorized to supervise and coordinate local organizations.
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Commerce Body Indorses War Tax Plan
The Chamber of Commerce of the United States reported an overwhelming approval for a war financing plan. In a referendum last night, votes ranged from 800 to 1300 in favor of higher income and excess profits taxes, higher probate duties, tariff increases, and new stamp and excise taxes, with opposition from 15 to 300. The chamber noted the Senate Finance Committee had eliminated tariff changes from the House bill.
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Boy playing soldier shot by accidental bullet
A boy playing soldier near Robert Crain Washington xerco at La Pita was struck by a stray bullet yesterday. The injury to Charles Sch of La Plata is described as slight. The incident appears accidental and involves a group led by Robert Crain.
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Ontna
Roosevelt Calls for Universal Service and Big Business in War Prep
Theodore Roosevelt urged a democratic army where every boy serves and advancement is based on merit. He criticized unpreparedness, demanded discipline and social equality in duty, and backed robust government oversight of big business to ensure fair rewards. Railroad unions pledged unity and readiness to cooperate with President Wilson in national mobilization.
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President Wilson Flag Day Speech at Washington Monument
President Wilson will address Flag Day exercises arranged by government employees at the foot of the Washington Monument. Secretary Lansing will preside as a 600-voice chorus from government departments joins patriotic songs led by the United States Marine Band. A half holiday from 1 pm will be granted. voluntary contributions fund the event with each contributor receiving a lapel pin and a seat ticket.
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United States Marina
Alarmed at War Toil in Horses Breeders Appeal in U S
American Hackney Horse Society and the American Breeders Association issue a continent wide appeal to boost U S horse supply amid war losses and export pressures. Reginald Standout urges breeders, clubs, and shows across the United States and Canada to increase breeding and keep up stock, with directors named from New York, Philadelphia, Reading, and Canada.
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Banks Open Tonight For Liberty Bond Drive In DC
Washington banks stay open until 9 pm to boost liberty bond subscriptions with over 1000 bankers and professionals speaking citywide. Loew's Theater offers free admission tomorrow and Wednesday to bond buyers, with badge or receipt required. Lawrence Beatus says 80 Loew's theaters nationwide extend the perk, and 13 000 local residents already wear badges. John Poole praises help from merchants and government workers as subscriptions rise ahead of close.
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Census War Registration Totals Face Correction and Rises
The provost marshal general's office reported war registration figures from 27 states plus the District and parks totaling 4 808 594, against a census estimate of 6 561 429 eligibles. A typographical error added 22 500 to Virginia's eligibles, prompting Gov Stuart to accuse unfairness as officials expect total registration to exceed 9 000 000, about 85 percent of eligibles.
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Denial of Austrian Peace Negotiation Report
A semiofficial Vienna dispatch denies the Petrograd claim that an Austro Hungarian army deputation was sent to Petrograd to discuss peace with Russia. It states no such deputation crossed the Russian frontier and the report is untrue.
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Pershing Guest of Lord Astor at Lipton’s Country Place
Sir Thomas Lipton hosted a gathering at his country estate with the Chicago Red Cross unit of 30 surgeons and 65 nurses. Guests included Prof Richard P Strong of Harvard and Italian bacteriologist Dr Castellani, who helped combat typhus in Serbia. The event featured American patriotic songs and speeches honoring Dr Joseph F Donnelly, with refreshments served in a tent.
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American officers visit Serbia aid and London events
Sir Thomas inaugurates work in Serbia and Mai Collins speaks for the unit with Mai Besley for Chicago. A parade of motors returns the party to their hotel, flags waving along the route. Gen Pershing and staff visit Castle Sever and attend a reception at James Dunning's residence. Soldiers enjoy a Thames excursion arranged by the committee. Mrs Mary T Wilson, 47, dies of heart disease at her daughter’s home on G Street Northeast. coroner notified.
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Nevitt
Rush on Navy Uniforms Accelerates Production
Secretary Daniela said recruiting is rapid and 10 000 606 yards of cloth are needed for sailor uniforms. The Navy Department is turning out about 60 000 outfits a month and speeded production to 170 000 outfits monthly at navy factories in New York and Charleston. Blues delayed by cloth shortage but 20 000 blues and 40 660 whites were produced this month to meet demand.
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New York
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