Railroads Face Crisis as White House Seeks Quick Settlement
President Harding convened a White House conference with Mellon, Hoover, Day, and Clark to push rapid railroad settlements amid a crisis over $860 million in disputed claims. The battle hinges on labor inefficiency and six month guarantees, with the Interstate Commerce Commission and the railroad administration at odds, and funding debates unresolved. The outcome could affect crop movements this fall and the overall economy.
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Assassination attempt on Gen Gouraud near Damascus
An attack by bandits in Damascus aimed at General Gouraud as he traveled by car from Damascus to the Sea of Galilee in northern Palestine. He escaped unharmed though a bullet grazed his left sleeve. the Damascus governor, with him, was slightly wounded. The bandits wore gendarme disguises and the general received a sympathetic reception on his return.
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Irish Prison Appeals Run Against Belfast Court Martial
William Conlon, said to be from New Jersey, imprisoned awaiting execution for the murder of William McConville, cashier of a linen thread factory. He charges the court martial with overstepping its authority to retry after a Belfast civil jury disagreed. Authorities reportedly delay execution pending a United States inquiry.
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Pershing and Diaz greet each other on Piave battle anniversary
General John J. Pershing, new chief of staff, exchanged messages with General Diaz, commander in chief of the Italian army, marking the third anniversary of the Piave decisive battle. Pershing praised the battle as an Italian victory and noted American troops on the Italian front. Diaz thanked Pershing and pledged lasting friendship, promising to preserve the 332d Infantry Regiment’s memory in the military museum alongside the Thirty-First Division’s flags and relics.
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Europe must repay Western bankers debt
Europe must pay its war debt to the United States, with no plan to cancel the obligation. The Washington expert press reports bankers at a president led dinner urging a broad power to restructure foreign indebtedness, while discussing rail, currency, and export credit issues. The goal remains restoring domestic conditions to support export trade and agricultural relief through banking and policy adjustments.
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Army Air Deaths Stir Secretary in Washington
Secretary Weeks urges tighter safety on Army Air Service after four fatal accidents in weeks killing eight men. He orders closer inspections of planes and gear before flights and during operations. Reports on Morgantown and Aberdeens accidents awaited as inquiries continue.
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Wisconsin Assembly Passes Rigidity on Home Brewers
Wisconsin Governor Blaine backed a drastic prohibition enforcement bill passed by the Assembly. The measure, agreed on by both houses, prohibits home brewing and would require enforcement efforts, despite past vetoes on related reform.
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Yanks' Supplies Burned at Bendort Depot
Coblenz June 24 Four large warehouses and the American quartermaster depot at Bendort near Coblenz were burned last night. Large supplies of lumber forage and reserve rations were destroyed. Origin of the fire unknown. German fire departments from Coblenz and Bendorf aided 7 000 soldiers to guard against pillaging. Loss estimated at several hundred thousand dollars.
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China Opposes Renewal of Anglo Japanese Alliance
In Atlantic City Chinese Minister to the United States K Alfred Sze warned against renewing the Anglo Japanese pact. He said the alliance serves British and Japanese interests in the Far East, excludes China, and risks peace, urging China and the United States to be consulted on Far East affairs. He cited Lloyd George’s leadership as key to resolving Pacific issues.
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Admiral Sims reprimanded for London speech on Sinn Fein
Rear Admiral Preston S. Sims was officially reprimanded by Secretary Denby for remarks made in London on the eve of a luncheon. The incident led to Sims meeting President Harding at the White House, where he said he deserved the reprimand and considered the matter closed. The Navy will issue copies of the reprimand to crews and issue a general order to read it on the first Sunday after promulgation.
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Weeks Permits Army Men To Wear Civilian Clothes
The order, issued yesterday by Secretary Weeks, allows army officers and enlisted men in the continental United States to wear civilian dress except when on duty or at a military post or reservation. The policy aims to loosen uniforms while remaining within official boundaries.
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Collier Named American Ambassador to Chile
William Miller Collier president of George Washington University has been nominated as the American ambassador to Chile. The Columbus native and former Spain minister under Roosevelt and Taft has a long career in law, government service, and academia highlighted by leadership at GWU since 1917. Charles B. Warren of Michigan was chosen as ambassador to Japan, a surprise in Washington.
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Sab Flotilla Arrives at Cristobal Harbor
The ten der Beaver and six United States submarines arrived at Cristobal from United States ports yesterday amid a flotilla movement.
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America to Aid in $750 Million Damages Payment
The Washington Post reports allied leaders desire American backing for parts of the Versailles treaty and possibly the $750,000,000 damages claim, hoping U S leadership will guide European policy. Britain and France may back policies aligned with President Harding, seeking continued cooperation despite not yet ratifying the Versailles pact. Bishop Joseph M. Koudelka of Superior dies after lengthy illness.
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