German Cabinet Solid Against Treaty Ahead of Peace Terms
Weimar dispatch reports German leaders meet in extended talks as Paris and Vienna assess concessions. Officials expect amended terms to be handed to the national assembly today, while Marshal Foch orders preparations eastward and American forces stand ready for possible movement toward Germany's interior.
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Coblenz
Calif to Chicago Homeward Journey Reunites Couple
Mr and Mrs C H Tondro aged 70 and 67 return from a California ranch near Los Angeles to 6159 Perry Ave Chicago. They crossed 2000 miles camping, enjoying the journey despite a long trek amid family welcome by daughter Maude Beyer and grandchildren Ruth Dorothy and Howard. The tale ends with a note of contentment as they settle back home.
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Wilsons Party in Belgium Arrives Paris to Belgium Tour
President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson arrive in Adinkerke Belgium from Paris meet King Albert and Queen Elizabeth. They tour devastated Belgian battlefields including Ypres en route to Brussels with a program of state visits and receptions. Margaret Wilson and others accompany them with officials detailing plans through June 17 to 19.
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Disabled Men Trained by Uncle Sam Prove Abilities
Washington reports that disabled veterans undergoing vocational training under the federal board for vocational education demonstrate strong work aptitude. A western college dean praises a student, a paralyzed accountant-in-training, while another veteran, who lost an eye, completes tractor and engine courses and earns a monthly bonus. Eligible veterans may apply to the federal board’s district office or 200 New Jersey Avenue, Washington.
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Purpose unity forced on men by war
Chapel talks at the University of North Carolina cite war as forging unity of purpose among men and nations. Secretary Lane argues postwar discontent arises from lacking a shared aim and urges building renewed unity to create a better society by fighting ignorance injustice and disease with concrete achievements.
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Key Telegraphers Strike Could End Soon as Mail Return Offer Made
Chicago reports that the postal service offers strikers a return to work with continuity of service until June 20. In California and Nevada 200–300 Pacific Telephone workers join the nationwide walkout, while AFL may decide today on broader labor stance. Union leaders expect a conference with the Postmaster General Burleson.
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Nevada
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Columbus Hut Roof Collapse Wounds 40 Soldiers
A Pontanezen Knights of Columbus hut roof collapse injured 40 soldiers with no deaths reported. The casualty list includes several in serious condition and some Americans buried under debris. The incident occurred Monday night amid wartime housing for troops.
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Pontanezen
Wisconsin Senate OKs 15 Million Bonus Tax Bill
Wisconsin senate votes 119 to 5 to raise 15 million dollars by direct taxation to pay bonuses to soldiers sailors marines and nurses. If the measure passes the assembly Badger heroes would receive 10 dollars for each month of government service starting next March.
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H. A. Huber
France Deputies Back Government Amid Sailor Strike Debate
In Paris on Tuesday June 17 the chamber of deputies voted confidence in the government by 340 to 4 after a transport strike and a discussion on the fate of the Black Sea fleet members. The debate touched on naval safety and the sailors’ issue.
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Associated Press
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Moral Duty Toward Nations Demanded by McCumber
Washington June 18 Senator McCumber argues that opponents distort the league covenant and urges U S participation to prevent future wars. He says isolation failed and the covenant aligns with the Monroe Doctrine, offering external protection and arms reduction despite objections.
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A F L Urges Removal of Postmaster General Burleson
The American Federation of Labor adopted a resolution at its convention in Atlanta urging President Wilson to remove Postmaster General Burleson. The document accuses Burleson of anti labor policy, interfering with unions, and opposing collective bargaining, claiming his methods hurt workers and public service. The AFL represents about 4,000,000 wage earners and calls for immediate action.
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War Expense Probe Committee Divides Inquiry into Five Parts
The 15 member House special committee assessing war department costs organized into five sub committees: Aviation, Camp and cantonments, Expenditures in foreign countries, Supplies, and Ordnance. Each sub committee lists Republican and Democrat members with chairs named. No hearing date set.
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Woman dies in Shell Rock mishap near Nevada
Mrs. James Carter died from injuries after the car carrying her husband and three others turned turtle on the Lincoln highway near Nevada while en route to Denver. Carter, a 32 year shell Rock banker, remained in townsanitarium with multiple injuries as others escaped with cuts and bruises. The auto was a total wreck and the party had departed Shell Rock Monday.
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Courier Delivers Before 5 20 If Missed Call 3830
The Courier should be delivered to your home before 5 20 o clock. If due to carrier error you do not receive your paper by then, please phone 3830 and a copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach the office before 6 50 p.m.
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Editors MUM AS STRIKE ENFORCES HOLIDAY ON THEM
Berlin and Paris news report a newspaper editor strike shut Berlin papers for days and the entente reply text remains unavailable. Officials note readers lack the full text while editors sit on holiday awaiting clarification and potential peace treaty amendments.
Ford saw fall of old Glory engineer says
Mount Clemens Michigan June 18 Henry A Wise Wood New York engineer prominent in urging preparedness testified in the Ford vs Tribune suit He quoted Ford May 18 1918 saying after the war Stars and Stripes would come down never to go away again That $5 a day at the Ford plant was an economic and humanitarian measure to boost production and lower overhead The federal electric railways commission will hold its first hearing in New York with ex President Taft and experts French sailors uprising in Brest saw 200 men with a red flag attempt to enter the naval jail to rescue sailors. no casualties
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Henry A. Wise Wood
New York
Henry Ford
Chicago Daily Tribune
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Federal Electric Railways Commission
Taft
Brest
Brazil Party Taken off Helpless Ship by U S Transport
A wireless from Admiral Benson reports the French cruiser Jeanne D Arc disabled at sea and the transport Imperator taking off Brazil president-elect Dr Pessoa and his party from Lisbon to the United States. The Imperator then headed to New York with troops from France. no passengers besides the Brazilians were stated as transferred.
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Senators Oppose League Will Trail Wilson Speech Tour
A special train of senators planning to speak against the league of nations may follow President Wilson on his national swing. Republicans expect many volunteers, with Porah Johnson Poindexter Knox Brandegee New Watson and Reed named to accompany the rail tour to discuss the league publicly.
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Storm of Teuts Against Pact Grows in Europe
Paris notes a demonstration against the German peace delegation sparked by a perceived provocation from a German typist. Copenhagen cites Berlin allies preparing for possible intervention as terms harden. Reports claim reconciliation between Brockdorff-Rantzau and Erzberger could influence terms acceptance, with Vorwaarts predicting hostilities if seven days pass. Fremdenblatt notes Eastern Germany agitation and possible renewed fighting.
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