Historic Commons Day Votes For US Entry In War
The British parliament adopts resolutions praising the United States for entering World War I. Chancellor Bonar Law and former Premier Asquith speak on America’s disinterested intervention, noting no self-interest but conscience guiding the alliance. Earl Curzon and others laude Lincolnian rhetoric and welcome US resources as decisive in the war effort.
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Historic day in House of Commons with conscription debate
In Today’s Standard the House of Commons marks a historic day as conscription topics dominate proceedings. Reports cite seventeen thousand prisoners taken and the Austrian Emperor praying for peace alongside broader war coverage and domestic updates.
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Russia Safe Says Report
Washington reports assurance that the Russian provisional government will not negotiate a separate peace with German and Austrian socialists. Entente embassies relieved that extreme socialism does not intend to separate from the allies, despite fears tied to Stockholm gatherings and socialist agitation. Advanced Russian socialists plan to push reforms by force into enemy nations and inspire revolutions to topple monarchies.
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Rumanians Prepare for Possible Evacuation Amid German Moves
A Petrograd report via London says Germans burned Braila and Fokshani, key Romanian railroad towns on the Danube and between Bucharest and Jassy. Rumanian circles see this as a sign of German retirement, while some Spaniards note Spain’s neutral stance and ongoing readiness.
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Great French Offensive Expands Front in France and Belgium
Reports describe a massive French drive from Soissons to Reims with 17,000 unwounded prisoners and 75 cannons taken. Ville-au-Bois saw an enveloping maneuver yielding 1,800 German surrender and 150 machine guns captured, while other villages and trenches changed hands amid heavy German losses. British Haig forces gained ground along the River Scarpe and captured Villers-Gaislin. Russian fronts show limited action and Romania reports fronts near Braila. Count Tisza and Austrian officials reportedly resign. Greek cabinet resignation anticipated.
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British plans on pastries and cakes limited demand
Fragmentary report notes restrictions on pastries and sweet cakes in Britain. Mentions crumpets and wheat measures, with references to agricultural policy and wartime rationing affecting food items and daily meals.
Peace Prayers Said in Vienna
Amsterdam via London April 19 Vienna crowd fills St Stephen’s as Emperor Charles and Empress Zita kneel with officials and sobbing worshippers. Cardinal Piul leads. prayer pleads for peace and pledges a yearly service to honor peace and All Souls Day for Austrian warriors.
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Weather Outlook for Montana and nearby regions
Washington dispatch notes no decided change in temperature or wind across Montana. Forecasters indicate continued mild conditions with no major storms expected through the weekend.
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Senate debates censorship and criticism in wartime law
Washington April 18 senators wrestled with military affairs publication limits as the espionage bill faced amendments. Legislative clashes over press restrictions centered on curbing sensitive defense information while preserving legitimate criticism under wartime policy. An amendment by Senator Lodge clarified the right to comment on acts or policies of the government.
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Admiral Sims Report on Submarine Cooperation
Admiral Williams in London transmits the Sims report detailing British and American plans to coordinate submarine warfare. The document outlines current status, no recommendations, and notes forwarding to Washington for Wilson and the naval board to decide cooperation methods with the British fleet.
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Wilson firm on war army plan with draft fallback
President Wilson vows to press the administration bill for a national war army. Senate supports draft and volunteers in staged increments. House military committee adopts amendments, calling for 500000 increments and draft only if volunteers cannot sustain forces. The president signals possible direct appeal to the country to secure national safety. The amendments also address officer selection, state unit designations, and legal recourse for enrollment grievances.
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Unusual Ordeal As Family Frozen En Route Home
Frances and George Hall aged 18 and 18 were found frozen to death in the Crazy mountains while traveling home from Springdale with their parents and a 13 year old brother. The family, from Big Timber, faced a night in a blanket wagon amid a fierce storm and drifting snow. Despite attempts to reach a midway ranch, only the two bodies could be recovered for burial as the others endured hardship. funeral services planned at a Catholic church while aid for clothing and provisions is organized for the isolated ranch community.
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Spain Asked To Inquire About Belgian Relief Ship Sinking
Paris reports the French government appealed to King Alfonso to intervene with Berlin to determine if Germany will allow or hinder relief vessels run by the Belgian relief commission. Four ships laden with wheat were sunk off Holland within four days along a route the Germans designated as safe, prompting the inquiry.
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Demand on Government to Confiscate Foodstuffs
Berne via Paris April 18 Swiss socialists with close German ties learned that about half the Berlin strikers yesterday formed demands urging the German government to confiscate all foodstuffs and redistribute them equally while revoking the order that cut bread supplies.
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Labor represented on Cuba war commission, Gompers says
Washington April 18 Samub mpers chairman of the national defense council's committee on labor was informed today by President Menocal of Cuba that labor will have a place on Cuba's war commission to the United States. Mr Gompers asked all counties sending commissions to give labor representation.
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Price of War From U S Is Exposed At Dinner
Boston April 18 former Ambassador James W ward disclosed facts he said were kept from the American people during the past two and a half years speaking at a national defense dinner by the Pilgrim Publicity association. He said Germany planned unrestricted submarine warfare to subdue England and then to come to the United States and collect the price of the war. He argued that if the United States had not entered the war Germany would have attacked here with world approval. He claimed every effort was made to let the U S out of the war and that Loyal German citizens were urged to stand with the nation. Major General Wood warned that opponents of universal military service could cost thousands of lives if their view prevails.
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