Cabinet meets on note to Germany in watershed Wilson era
President Wilson and his advisers spent over two hours shaping a formal note to Berlin in response to Germanys submarine warfare demands. Secretary Lansing prepared the draft, with Mexican affairs and a potential Orduna incident discussed. Cabinet views reportedly unanimously favored the note, with a final form due for submission next week.
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Mexican Outlooks Darkened by Villa Campaign Setbacks
Washington July 20 reports warn of deep pessimism about Mexico City after a stringent assessment of Carranza’s position and Villa’s southern campaign. News from Queretaro and related evacuations underscore weakened Carranza forces while Villa reportedly displays strength. A separate item notes long travel by a bread delivery horseman covering over 31,000 miles and delivering vast bread and cookie quantities. Baltimore & Ohio railroad announced $2.5 million in equipment orders including steel hopper cars and passenger cars with immediate delivery.
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Becker Linked to Rosenthal Murder Trial Claims
The article reports that Herman Rosenthal was killed by gangsters with kidnapping orders, and Charles Becker a New York police lieutenant testified. Rev. James Curry cites Becker’s attendance at a Colonial Theatre conference on July 15, 1911, amid claims of connections to gambling and past orders from Tim Sullivan.
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Mexican City Protest Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
In Mexico City July a protest unfolds as the withdrawal of Shanklin from Mes to is reported. The recall of the chargé d affaires effects a diplomatic clash between American and Mexican authorities, with plans to forward details to Washington and potential shifts in local political alignments.
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Brain Test For Students Berkeley Cal Juig Are You The Brainy
A University of California program tests subnormal students with a river water puzzle. A mother sends her boy to fetch exactly seven pints using a 3 pint and 5 pint jug. The problem asks how to measure seven pints precisely. The task is part of demonstrations by Mrs. Vinnie LeHicks in subnormal child education work at the university.
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Scientists to Pick Helpers for Edison Advisory Board
Washington on July 3, 26 Daniels urged eight leading scientific societies to nominate top scientists and inventors to join Thomas A. Edison on the new advisory board. Daniels said he would not speed appointments, deferring to the societies and a secretary to handle selections.
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Murdered man turns up in Milwaukee saloon
The Chicago murder suspect Klug, serving 53 in a Wisconsin prison, was seen entering a Milwaukee saloon where a disturbance followed. A crowd believed a boy named Georgie, linked to the case, had been found dead. police remained puzzled by the unclear sequence of events.
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TAKING JOY OUT OF SUMMER IDENTITY OF KING BIOGRAPHY
A garbled note reviews a jury verdict on a body once identified as King. The piece references Georgie’s trial and asserts the victim’s death, amid other disordered clippings on interstate lumber rates and university fundraising plans in Ann Arbor.
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Train Kills Two Men At Valparaiso Crossing
At Valparaiso Indiana on July 20 Ross Brady of Boone Grove and another man named Morris were killed when a stolen automobile was struck by a wild engine at a railroad crossing. The accident occurred near Valparaiso as the engine ran into the vehicle, causing fatal injuries to the two occupants.
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Welsh coal miners strike settled after leaders meet Lloyd George
Bridgeport Connecticut reports six hundred Remington Arms workers walked off with little disorder. In Cardiff the massive South Wales coal miners strike ended after talks with Minister of Munitions Lloyd George and cabinet members. Terms unrevealed, but victory claimed for the miners, seen as a personal triumph for Lloyd George. Australia has 1,172 steamers in its mercantile fleet.
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Investigation Opens Into Orduna Submarine Attack Claims
Washington July 20 The state department began an inquiry under orders to obtain affidavits from Cunard crew and passengers and other information about the reported submarine attack on the Orduna. W Q Thompson of Chicago, an Orduna passenger, said he was awakened by shots but had no direct knowledge. Secretary Lansing said he lacked information to confirm a torpedo was fired without warning.
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Leo Frank’s Condition Improves, Doctors Say
Milledgeville Ga July 20 Leo M Frank’s condition was better today doctors report an excellent chance of recovery his spirits are high and he has asked for considerate treatment by prison farm officials regarding William Creen who attempted to kill him
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Fommy Wilson Receives Penalty Fine in Robbery Case
Tom Wilson, recently implicated in the Whet sell shoe store robbery, was fined 100 dollars plus costs by Mayor McCarty.
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Guilty verdicts and light sentences at city court
Monday night a man was found guilty of intoxication and unable to pay the fine, resulting in 1109 days in Harm. Martha Peterenn, charged with prostitution, pleaded bunty and was fined $5 with 30 days, suspended in exchange for leaving the city for two years.
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Elas Take In Glass Night At Elkstone Theater
A Jasper area event at the People's Theater drew many members for a social session after a meeting. The Grand House band performed with saxophone selections that the crowd greatly appreciated, featuring the 7 Vandevid performers who entertained attendees.
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Fred White Breaks Arm in Veneering Plant Belt Accident
Fred White, an employee at the Miradeh Veneering plant, sustained a broken right wrist this morning after his arm was caught in the saw belt while operating the machine. The injury occurred during his shift and rapid action by colleagues helped minimize further harm.
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Prowler at St Marys Church Survives Attempted Assault
A prowler was spotted at Rev W C A Jochum’s residence, pastor of St Marys church, around 9 oclock Monday night. He fled after Father Jochum and the school janitor confronted him in the yard, striking one man with force before escaping. Local search noted the suspect may be from the city.
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Battles and retreats weave through Eastern Front and Warsaw
Telegrams from London and Berlin report continued fighting around Warsaw and across the Narew river. German forces press east of the city while Austro-Hungarian fronts shift, as Russian and Allied actions hint at a widening frontline and heavy artillery use.
Turks Deport Greek Women in Constantinople Turmoil
Reported chaotic scenes as Turkish forces drive Greek women from Constantinople amid heavy firing near Av Burnu and near Sedd-Hi. Near Nes, violent night clashes drive civilians toward evacuation while Americans watch developments. Residents flee Alvilak area as authorities remove families and settle protests against actions.
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