Compromise Reached On League Plank At Republican Convention
The Chicago Republican convention edge toward unity after a league of nations plank drafted by Elihu Root was accepted as a compromise. The plan upholds Senate prerogative, omits explicit ratification terms, and may hasten nomination while sparing major fights on the platform.
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New York
Mild Reservation
Europe
Borah
Johnson
California
Convention in balance as nominating speeches foreseen
The piece notes unresolved questions about candidates Wood Johnson Lowden or Who and that convention rules may permit naming a candidate while leaving platform issues for later. It describes a day of speeches to clear the stage for balloting or treaty debates in the convention forum.
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Sugar Rationing Set for Hotels and Cafes
New sugar rationing will take effect in hotels and restaurants nationwide on June 21, announced by Armin Wrigley special assistant to Attorney General Palmer. The AP reported from New York on June 10.
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Associated Press
New York
Armin Wrigley
Palmer
Recognition of Negroes Asked by Labor Federation
In Montreal on June 10 the American Federation of Labor debated and adopted a resolution to remove the color line from its constitution and grant full membership to Negro workers. The federation also authorized the executive council to charter an international policemen's union once local police union membership reaches 6 000.
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Associated Press
Montreal
Can
American Federation of Labor
Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks
Executive Council
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International Policemen’s Union
Policemen’s Unions
Reds March On in Persia Threatens Tehran
Paris June 10 Bolsheviks extend operations in Persia and threaten to seize Teheran within two or three days if they attack. The Persian government organizes resistance as British troops retreat to Manjil under Bolshevik pressure.
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Associated Press
Paris
Persia
Teheran
Child Kidnap Letter Prompts Hope for Clues
NORRISTOWN Pa June 10 hope of contacting the kidnapper of 13 month old Blakely Coughlin revived with a second letter from Savannah Ga dated June 7. The writing matches a previous letter and the alleged kidnapper claims to have the child and says the baby is well. The letter adds I don't need the child but I don't need the money.
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Associated Press
Norristown
Blakely Coughlin
Savannah
Blakely
Paby
Paxton Chapel Sunday School Day Program Set at 8
The Paxton Chapel Sunday school invites all to a Sunday School Day program next Sunday night at 8 o clock. A very attractive program and enjoyable entertainment are prepared for attendees. M T Dunn is the superintendent inviting the public.
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Paxton Chapel
Palmer ruling may allow Wilson to sign or veto bills
Attorney General Palmer informs President Wilson that ten days after Congress adjournment the President may sign or veto bills and resolutions. The ruling could affect measures previously blocked by pocket veto, including repeal of much wartime legislation. Leo Russell from Nain will train in horology in Philadelphia as part of the army Horology program.
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Associated Press
Washington
Palmer
Wilson
Congress
Leo Russell
F. J. Russell
Nain
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Hey
College of Horology
Tip College of Horology
United States Army
Bears Pressures Slow Market Amid Trading Rebound
In New York on June 10 the market faced renewed short selling pressure hitting railroad shares with Chicago and Northwestern down to low levels. St Paul slid nearly 2 points while Great Northern and Northern Pacific declined about 1 point each. Activity picked up on equipment and food shares as call money opened at 7 percent and call loans rose to 12 percent before an irregular close with about 400 000 shares traded.
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