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German Peace Talks Shift to Weimar and Assembly Decision
The piece notes Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau heads to Weimar as Germany shifts final treaty acceptance to the national assembly. It argues such a move preserves the Ebert government, highlights German factions favoring peace or tougher concessions, and suggests the Allies have softened terms while keeping the reparations mechanism intact through a commission. It questions Germany’s league of nations status and America's role.
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Unclear Source Snippet on League of Nations Debate
Fragmentary text questions US stance on League of Nations and mentions Wilson Paris participation. Discusses American protectionism for Hi Paso and reactions to foreign policy, with references to Dr Philander Anox and a general distrust of pundits. Overall tone suggests editorial musings on national restraint and international cooperation.
Nations and leaders Tested by Global Tensions and Trials
The text surveys international and domestic concerns from calls for US restraint to British guidance on the Philippines. It notes a hypothetical universal phone strike, potential US policy shifts on foreign affairs, and references to Joey Bernstorff as Hun Ambassador to Italy pending acquittal. It also mentions aggression against sovereign nations and a reaction to the bomb attack on the U.S. Attorney General.
A Practical Demonstration Of The League Of Nations Debate
A recent El Paso case against Villa near Juarez is used to argue against the league of nations. The piece claims military action by Brig. Gen. Erwin was quicker and more effective, while a league intervention would delay response and force the United States to seek league approval before acting. It contends the league could limit America’s sovereignty and even change the nation’s name to The Limited States.
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Debt cancellation rejected by American peace commission stance
Reports from Paris say the US peace commission insists on full repayment of Allied loans totaling about 10 billion dollars. It argues canceling debts would undermine Europe’s self reliance and overburden American taxpayers, stressing the US will aid Europe only if it helps itself. The piece ends with a provocative question on apply self determination to beer.
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France Seeks Paris Peace Move to End Savoy Restrictions
The article argues France aims at repealing Vienna 1815 limits on Savoy and Nice to fortify borders against future German aggression. It notes Swiss distrust of Entente while warning of fortified French defenses along Lake Geneva and the Riviera. It also shifts to biographical notes on the Lovelace family and historical figures connected to Horsley Towers.
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Senate and Committee Actions Brief Summary of Proceedings
The Senate met at noon and adjourned at 5 05 pm. consideration began on the annual supply bill for the Department of Agriculture. President Wilson declined to transmit the peace treaty text due to its incomplete state. A list of nominations from the prior session was sent forward, including Williams for Comptroller of the Currency. The conference report on the 25 million deficiency bill was adopted. Various bills and resolutions were introduced on topics from a Hudson River tunnel to military pay, disability allowances, daylight saving, aviation funding, and foreign policy. The House discussed Mexican policy, naval appropriations, and measures aiding returning soldiers, with a Roosevelt highway project and a Roosevelt medal proposal included. A proposal to protect the U S dye industry from German competition was recommended.
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Latin America Seeks Gold After Embargo Lift
The Federal Reserve board has received about seven million dollars in gold export applications, mostly to Latin America, since embargo removals. Little metal has left the U.S. yet, but shipping restrictions easing has helped restore exchange rates to near prewar levels, with the U.S. dollar in Argentina rising from nine to about ten to thirty six, and improvements noted in other South American markets.
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British airship R 34 to land at Mineola for eight hours
The British dirigible R 34 will leave England on June 20 for a night flight to the United States. It is to land at Mineola field in Long Island and stay about eight hours to replenish gas and oil tanks. Navy Department says naval coast stations officers will greet the airship and reload it for the return voyage.
Railroads Excursion Plans For Holiday Travelers
Railroad officials said yesterday it would be possible to provide equipment for a large number of holiday travelers in the next few weeks despite the homeward movement of overseas troops. The greatest congestion was expected around New York and Newport News, with other regions likely to move virtually all vacation travelers.
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Condensed time table of trains to principal cities
The Washington Post prints a condensed train timetable for departures from Washington to major cities. It lists numerous daily departures to Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Detroit Indianapolis Jacksonville Louisville Memphis New Orleans New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Richmond St Louis and more with varied morning and evening slots and connections via Chicago. Changes occur daily as railroads update schedules.
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Army orders Wooldridge to Camp Lee and camps to West Point
Major Wooldridge to Camp Lee Camp Eustis and Camp Stuart for theater inspection duties. Officers Petty and a list of lieutenants reported in for instruction at the Army Medical School on June 27. Lieutenant Po Carl relieved and to report to Brig Gen Douglas MacArthur at West Point for appointment as aide-de-camp.
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Naval orders detachments and assignments in Third Naval District
Rear Admiral McElroy is detached as inspector of machine and ordnance works at Force River Shipbuilding Company in Quincy Massachusetts. Fourteen personnel are ordered to duty in the Third Naval District with headquarters at Brooklyn. Lieut Comdr H F Kingman is detached from current duty and ordered to report to the president of the General Board in the Navy Department.
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U S ships sold for millions by Hurley
The Shipping Board chairman Hurley announced the sale of nineteen steel verge ships totaling 128,472 dead weight tons to New York operators at 210 to 275 dollars per ton. The $27,821,120 deal is described as the greatest steamship sale in history with 40 percent due in the first year and remaining payments over four years.
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Yale
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Wales
Wilson condoles Paraguay after president's death
President Wilson has sent a message of condolence to Paraguay after the death of President Marine Franco. He offers sincere condolences to Franco's family and the Paraguayan people and expresses the United States' friendship and sympathy.
Kansas Needs 160000 Harvest Labor to Save Wheat Crop
Clarence Ousley, Assistant Secretary of Agriculture, said Kansas requires 160000 laborers to harvest its record wheat crop. Kansas faces a potential loss of about 260 million bushels, roughly one quarter of the national winter wheat, if adequate help is not secured in the next days.
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New York Democrats push Smith for Senate to beat Wadsworth
Washington reports that New York Democrats seek Gov. Smith as Senate nominee to strengthen the ticket and improve President Roosevelt era alignment. they aim to deny Wadsworth renomination, while Republicans insist old-guard unity remains intact despite a few progressive flare-ups.
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Plans Home Loans for Soldiers Deb Morgan proposes broad veterans housing plan
Oklahoma representative Deb T Morgan unveils a nationwide home loan scheme for returned soldiers and marines to replace the Lane bill. The plan would form a government capital backed lender with 109.9 million dollars under 3 percent interest for up to sixty years, offering homes to veterans in rural and urban areas with equal access and ongoing bond support. The proposal aims to aid most soldiers at minimal cost to government, though Lane’s plan is contested and criticized for limiting to rural farm homes and for eligibility constraints.
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Woman Wins Service Medal for War Work on Defense Council
Miss Hannah J Patterson received a distinguished service medal from Secretary Baker for her executive board work with the Womens Committee of the Council of National Defense during the war. Other recipients included Maj Gen Thomas H Barry and several Cols, including Kerr, Owen, Harris Jr, Burrell, and Harmon, with figures linked to Rhode Island National Guard and the War Industries Board.
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