King Albert Decorated by Secretary of War Addresses Congress
King Albert receives the Distinguished Service Cross from Secretary Baker in Washington. The Belgian monarch stands rigid as the ceremony at Breckenridge Long residence honors his wartime leadership and the Allied cause, with Gen Pershing present and praise from American troops. The king thanks the United States, while receptions place him at Mount Vernon and in social circles with Mrs Walsh and Mrs Marshall.
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Congress
King Albert
The
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Baker
Breckenridge Long
Sixteenth Street
Tanic
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Europe
Meriian Expeditionary Forces
Gen Pershing
Washington
Anne Albert
Briyery
Belerins
Sime
Daspel
Pershing
Srepoll
Albert Wort
Bus
Marsthill
Mre Thomas
Walsh
Massachusetts
Belgian Rulers to Take Sightseeing Trip Today
King Leopold III and Queen Astrid accompany the Belgian royal party on a planned sightseeing itinerary in Washington. They will visit Mount Vernon, inspect naval workplaces, and attend a ceremonial reception with U.S. officials. The visit includes a Capitol stop and interactions with President and Congress, highlighting cordial ties between Belgium and the United States.
Senate Overrides veto to enforce dry law amid war end doubt
The Senate, by a 65 to 20 vote, overridden President Wilson's veto to pass the prohibition enforcement bill. The House followed 175 to 35, making it law amid debates on whether a wartime proclamation could end alcohol bans. Some senators argued the president lacks power until peace treaties with Germany and Austria are ratified.
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Waalsh
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Washington
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Deny Jenkins Kidnapping Claims Surface From Puebla
Special to The Washington Post reports from Puebla state that William O Jenkins American vice consul was allegedly kidnapped. Puebla officials deny the event, claim a conspiracy with rebels aimed at ransom, and arrest Jenkins' attorney Eduardo Mestry with more arrests anticipated.
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Mexico City
Galveston
William O Jenkins
Puebla
Eduardo Mestry
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Unions Ready to Back Labor Drive in Washington
Gompers and followers plan a legislative committee to influence Congress after the Antisaloon League model. Labor aims to build a nationwide political machine with state branches to reward allies and punish opponents, potentially shaping policy on prohibition and labor laws.
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Immons
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Ryan
Ship Crash Kills Fourteen as Passengers Flee in Panic
The crash of the steamship Crosby litters the harbor with wreckage and bodies. Coast guards and crew rescued many in night clothing as the vessel tore free of the pier and sank in the channel. Identified dead include Johnston, Hoykins, Lynch, Huff, Reck, and Miller among others from Muskegon and Milwaukee. Rescue squads recovered bodies while survivors recounted frantic leaps into the water.
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Saul
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TY Johnston Pissener
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Wilson Better Enjoys His Food
President Wilson spent yesterday quietly in recovery progress with no special change in condition. Doctors reported steady improvement as he took luncheon and dinner in a semi reclining pose, with officials noting continued favorable signs and a small celebration of chrysanthemums and roses arranged by Mrs. Wilson.
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