Naval convoys to shield coastwise ships in war effort
Washington reports expanding convoy system for coastwise vessels will continue through the war or until submarine threats subside. Secretary Daniels says anti submarine guns and trained crews are being provided, with important ships carried under convoy and coast ships to be armed when trans Atlantic needs are met.
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Washington
Navy Department
Department
Atlantic
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Washington Casualties in World War I Summary Report
Washington reports the first weekly casualty summary from the American Expeditionary Forces under General Pershing. Deaths in action and from wounds, disease, accidents and other causes total 2027, with 4040 wounded and 142 missing. Includes men held as prisoners in Germany.
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Washington
Pershing
War Department
Germany
Pershing Directs Fighting at Cantigny in Victory
General Pershing personally directed American troops at Cantigny where German forces were driven back and 2000 prisoners taken. The village fell May 28 and German attempts to retake it have failed. A Dutch coast air clash involved five British and seven German seaplanes with one German plane seen in flames. Green River witnesses a spectacular solar eclipse observed by noted scientists.
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The
Hague
Tereschelling
Hantelsblad
Soviet Abolishes Titles for Ambassadors and Ministers
Swedish reports to the state department state that the Russian Soviet Republic has abolished all titles of ambassadors and ministers. Both internal and foreign representatives are now designated as representative plenipotentiaries with no distinction.
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Washington
Tate
Journalist Held as Pro German in Chicago Case
Louis Livingston a 50 year old writer and journalist is detained by Justice Department agents amid discovery of a trunk with alleged pro German pamphlets and signs of blood. The incident marks a charged political action during wartime tensions.
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Chicago
Louis Livingston
Wis
Department of Justice
Webb Succeeds Young as Italy Regiment Commander
Confirmation arrived Saturday morning that Lieutenant Colonel Wil Minn Webb is promoted to colonel to replace Brigadier General Richard W. Young as commanding officer of the Italy regiment.
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Webb
Young
Los Angeles
Wil- Minn
Richard W. Young
Italy
Francia Again in Petrograd Washington in Petrograd
Ambassador Francis reports from Petrograd to the state department noting poor conditions, especially in food supplies, with dispatches warning about worsening shortages and the broad impact on Petrograd.
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Francia
Petrograd
Washington
Petrosgrad
Francis
State Department
Ohio Man Tells of Getting Carde to Pargament From Joe Develin
An Ohio based American naval officer recounts warmly how English and Irish hosts welcomed him and fellow servicemen on leave in Britain. He describes meeting Lady Curzon, Admiral Sims, Lloyd George, and Burns, and recalls London air raids with awe at dawn after a moonlit night.
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Ohio
Carde
Pargament
Joe Develin
London
New York
Lady Curzon
Admiral Sims
David Lloyd George
William Robertson
Balfour
Tuilak
Carole
House of Commons
Lieutenant Jackson
Westminster
Tickety
Jackson
Ameritrica
John Burns
Axquith
Lloyd George
Mun
Champion Whittier of Arkansas Stands Champion at Ninety
J Sword, age ninety, holds a state championship in Whittier of Arkansas. He challenges all comers using a pocketknife he started whittling with fifty years ago. He now carves bird house handles and windmill pieces from dry goods boxes.
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Whittier
Big Filet
Ark
W. J. Sword
Sword
Arkansas
Five Huns Three Bombs Lets Victims Choose
An American soldier in No Man's Land questions German soldiers in a dugout. When asked how many there are, the Germans answer five. He says he has only three bombs and suggests dividing them, then throws them in, with expected results. The tale is recounted by a Signal Corps lieutenant returning from service.
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Washington
No Man's Land
Signal Corps
Magnesia Cure for Cancer Theory Supports Magnesia Deficiency Link
A report by Professor Dubard, released by the Academy of Medicine, suggests cancer results from excessive elimination of substances in blood rather than microbe origin. The study notes cancer patients showed magnesium deficiency and that large magnesium doses given to operated cancer patients yielded encouraging outcomes across numerous cases.
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Parie
Professor Dubard
Academy of Medicine
Magnesia
Dubard
Cash Basis Restricts Credit Changes Old Chinese Trade
New York reports bankers in China note a shift to cash transactions since 1914. The annual New Year settlement, once a time of debt-raising and asset sales, now sees fewer loans and lighter property sales. Goods are often sold to Chinese buyers, reducing losses and raising year end profits. Merchants increasingly favor the cash system and are unlikely to revert to previous credit practices.
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New York
China
George B. Anderson
Hongkong
John Barfield Plans Return With Kaiser's Button
In Kingman Kansas, John Barfield a Black worker, faces a police judge over a Kaiser Bill coat button and a prior incident where he hung a shovel on a coworker. He was warned, fined a few dollars, and drafted before paying the fine. He pledged to try bringing back the button if he returns from France.
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Kingman
Kan
John Barfield
France
Kaiser Bill
Harlow
John
Hurley outlines vast postwar merchant fleet plan
Chairman Hurley of the shipping board told Notre Dame graduates that America will build the largest merchant fleet in history, costing over five billion dollars, linking the United States with Latin America and bridging the Pacific. He said the fleet will promote international probity and free competition, aiding trade with Europe and Asia.
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South Bend
Ind
United States
South
Central America
Pacific
Japan
Russia
China
America
Europe
Hurley
Over 700000 Americans Sail Overseas for France Aid
Washington ceremony near the Washington Monument marked by Secretary Baker bidding farewell to French alpine chasseurs as more than 700,000 U S troops join overseas to reinforce France. Jusserand and French officials attended with Baker’s staff and other government representatives.
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Washington
France
Lafayette
Rochambeau
America
Baker
Washington Monument
M. Jusserand
French High Commission
Curtailment of coal for auto industry announced
Washington reports a drastic fuel program begins August 1 reducing coal supplies to passenger car manufacturers by 26 percent from 1917 18 levels. Other non war industries face similar curtailment with no full list issued, orders possibly issued per industry. Senator King of Utah proposes sending American troops to Russia with allies to aid in expelling German military power.
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Washington
King
Russia
Japan
China
Utah
Plan to Speed Aircraft Building in Washington
A bill by Senate Military Committee Chairman Chamberlain proposes an organization led by the director of aircraft production of a government corporation to direct aircraft and equipment production. Texans honor Ferguson of Waco Texas as Democratic governor candidate after impeachment in 1917. party executive committee votes 20 to 8.
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Washington
Chamberlain
Senate Military Committee
Honor Ferguson
Waco
Texas
James G. Ferguson
Democratic State Executive Committee
Prohibition Plan Proposed in Senate Amid War Aid Bill
Washington senator Jones presents a complete prohibition amendment to an $11 million emergency agricultural bill as debates on wartime policy continue. Crop notes report Nebraska wheat prospects remain uncertain with government estimates suggesting 49 million bushels, but experts forecast 35 to 50 million.
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Washington
Senate
Jones
Nebraska
City planning defines growth and preparedness principles
A Minneapolis Tribune editorial on city planning argues that planning is municipal imagination, foresight, and prevention. It cautions against building for today without considering future tear-downs, stresses prudent growth, and condemns neglecting parks and healthful amenities as wasteful extravagance.
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Minneapolis Tribune
One's Own Pleasure First in Garden Making
A compact guide to personal gardening philosophy urging private joy over public approval. Emphasizes building for self-satisfaction, using quality over rarity, and choosing flowers, fruits, or vegetables that suit individual taste rather than chasing costly or fashionable choices.
Trees for the Home Garden Use and Placement
Trees around a home serve multiple purposes from ornament to shade and moisture conservation. Plant first where actual need exists, limiting total trees in small gardens to one or two, with shrubs framing the area and windbreaks providing primary protection.
Keep Roof in Repair for Long Term Savings
The article stresses periodic roof repairs to reduce later costs. It notes many neglect roof upkeep, leading to damage beyond repair and costly new roofing. After heavy rains, especially in spring and winter, roofs should be checked for leaks to prevent interior damage.
Clean Town Depends on Individual Homes Says Slivhee Signal
The article argues a clean town rests on personal responsibility rather than campaigns. If every citizen keeps his property clean and healthy first, then he should urge neighbors to do the same, rather than relying on others to clean up communities.
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