Russia Attacked Along All Fronts in Galicia Battle
London reports heavy fighting along the Dniester sector in Galicia between Zurawna and Halez as Russians claim reinforcements forced Austro German forces to retreat across the river. Berlin concedes a reverse. Teutons advance elsewhere toward Poland while Western Front fighting persists with French and German lines in place.
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British War Loan Subscriptions Rise Amid Moderate Bids
A British issue of £750 million shows strong demand in some sections while many subscriptions remain modest or medium in size. The balance of applications and the pace of offers suggest a cautious response as totals accumulate toward week end.
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Lansing to Aid Importers Plan to Test Britain
Special to The Washington Post New York June 25 A Washington dispatch says after a conference with importers a plan will be formulated to station a General Importer's agent in England to prevent duplicate bills of lading before sailing. The aim is to negate Britain's move to prize courts and push diplomacy as the settlement path.
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Sharp Gives Gold Medal to Lablanche in Paris
Ambassador W G Sharp presented the American Geographical Society's gold medal to Vidal de Lablanche in Paris on June 24. The ceremony, held at Sharp's residence, was kept simple due to wartime conditions with about a dozen conferees present.
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Russian Council to Appoint Polish Autonomy Commission
The Russian council of ministers decided to appoint a 12 member commission of six Russians and six Poles under Premier Goremykin to layout the steps for implementing autonomy for Poland. The body follows the line proclaimed by Grand Duke Nicholas, commander in chief, on August 14 of last year, with action to be carried out from Petrograd.
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Germans Fight Italy First Contact Above Feltre
Italian forces met German troops for the first time above Feltre in Cadore. After a fierce mountain clash the enemy withdrew, leaving 41 dead and 4 prisoners on the ground. All were in German uniforms and one prisoner was a 3 year old boy from Berlin. He said about Mecklenburg troops had been withdrawn from Arras on May 9.
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Spain May Enter War As 500000 Men Called
A World Madrid dispatch notes Spain desires neutrality but strong European pressures may force a change. Preparations at Trubia and Oviedo arms factories run day and night as platforms for war material emerge. Autumn conscription could raise 500000 men. War minister tours military centers amid signs the wind favors engagement. Count Romanones and Senor Lirroux warn neutrality may be untenable and blame the government for insufficient preparation.
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River pier collapse claims 100 lives in Kazan garden
A Kazan dispatch reports that a river pier at a local pleasure garden collapsed, killing over 100 people. The disaster occurred in European Russia about 400 miles east of Moscow, near Petrograd. Also noted is an advertisment for Baltimore & Ohio round trips to Baltimore every Saturday and Sunday with returns allowed until 9 am Monday.
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Embargo Debate Deepens Amid British Memo London protest to follow later
United States officials weigh an arms embargo as a reprisal against Britain for detaining American cargo and harming neutral trade with Germany and Russia. Secretary Lansing said a final note will present blockade principles and Britain’s actions, while Washington protests detentions as evasive and hints at broader embargo options.
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British bombs near Routers kill fifty soldiers
Rotterdam dispatch reports British aircraft bombed near Routers causing a large ammunition store and a train loading ammunition to explode. Fifty soldiers were killed in the blasts.
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Russians Turn On For Show Unsuspected Power
Petrograd report says Russians end retreat and launch a surprise push against German lines near Halicz and along the Dniester. Cavalry harassment tightens near Rawa Ruska while German forces concentrate. Czars Army remains high in spirit as Moscow signals confidence in overthrow of the enemy. Harpers Ferry and nearby fares listed. travel ads run with return Sunday rail options.
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Germany asks Switzerland to seek Milan riot damages
Germany requests Swiss government to form a commission to seek compensation from Italy for damages suffered by Germans during the Milan riots at the time Italy entered the war. Berlin dispatch notes the move, transmitted via wireless.
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Upham and Sullivan Name Conventions For 1916
Frederick W. Upham told the Hamilton Club that the 1916 Republican convention would be held in Chicago, citing pledges from 30 of 52 national committeemen. Roger Sullivan said Democrats have pledged about 20 committeemen and hinted the convention city could be Chicago.
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Russia attacked on all fronts and Mexico City falls
Military actions dominate the page with reports of Russia under broad front pressure, Mexico City captured, Italy slow advance, German peace talks murmurs, and a call for a large French loan amid global upheaval.
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Chile elects president with liberal lead in returns
Early returns from Santiago indicate Senor Don Javier Figueroa, former interior minister, leads the presidential race on the liberal ticket against Juan Luis San Fuentes, the Democratic candidate. Returns show a great majority for Figueroa as the June 26 election closes with orderly conditions across the republic.
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Banked Bride's Cash Drowning of Second Wife Trial Probes Deaths
London June 25 The trial of George Foseph Smith for murdering three wives by drowning in a bathtub enters its second stage. Evidence links Beatrice Mundy to a fortune via an estate sale, and Miss Burnham’s life insurance of five thousand pounds. Lodging house keepers, an Army doctor, and a Portsmouth banker testify to Smith’s financial gains from deaths, with the judge noting profits from the losses.
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France Votes 5.4 Billion Francs War Credit
France's Chamber of Deputies approves a 5.4 billion franc three month war credit. Finance Minister Ribot vows minimal foreign purchases to keep money at home while Socialist deputies press for industrial mobilization and colony-sourced supplies to sustain the war effort.
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Society Woman Found Dead in Richmond Hill Home
Mrs Marcia R Brackenridge a 50 year old Brooklyn Queens social figure was found dead in the bathroom of her Richmond Hill home likely from gas asphyxiation. Her husband John C Brackenridge a consulting engineer and former Brooklyn public works commissioner reported the discovery. Authorities suggest she fainted and possibly activated a gas jet by touching a chain in the fixture. The death is considered accidental.
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Russia invites U S trade from Petrograd chamber
The Russian Chamber of Export at Petrograd will assist U S exporters and importers seeking direct relations with Russian firms. It will handle samples for a permanent exhibition and invites catalogues, political lists, and distribution of materials.
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