Wilson approves Mexican cooperation pact with Obregon
President Wilson announced that the tentative Scott Obregon agreement on future operations of American and Mexican forces provides a basis of cooperation. Secretary Baker telegraphed acceptance to General Scott at El Paso as he awaits approval from Carranza. The final details and full text will be released after joint ratification and a third conference is set for tomorrow at the immigration station.
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German Note To United States In Gerard's Hands
Berlin May 4 6 p m via London May 6 4 39 8 m ambassador Gerard delivered the German note to the United States in an informal talk with Foreign Minister von Jagow. The scene was quiet and unremarkable with little public interest as Germany faces possible strain in relations. Also reports from Rio Branco incident Brazil seeks urgent inquiry into sinking of its ship and potential intervention pressure grows.
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Anthracite Coal Strike Settled Amicably
Pottsville Pa report says 175000 mine workers in the hard coal region end a strike after ratification by the miners and operators at New York. The four year agreement retroactive to March 31 includes eight hour day with pay for nine and a 17 percent raise for those working eight or less.
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In Today's Standard Man Note on Gerar Mer’s Loan Bill
Senate passes loan bill amid notes on Gerar Mer affair. Former American minister detained in Cuba under mystery charges. Mexican agreement praised as satisfactory as Rotary Club hosts hacienda news update and sports report.
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Army Reorganization Deadlock in Conference
Washington reports conferees on the army reorganization bill adjourned amid disagreement over the volunteer army and a 1 million dollar government nitrate plant provision. Senate and House leaders debate, President Wilson’s stance highlights the clash. Metz evacuation rumors from Amsterdam telegraph feed news of civil population leaving the city.
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Former American Minister Sullivan Arrested in Dublin
London reports James M. Sullivan of New York former American minister to Santo Domingo was arrested in Dublin on a charge of complicity in the Irish rebellion. He was seized April 30 by Dublin military authorities. Mrs Sullivan, with him, sent a letter May 1 to Walter Hines Page asking for full information on custody, charges, and trial timing. Sullivan had sailed from New York last July for Liverpool with his wife and son, visiting Limerick, Ireland. He resigned from his post after a state department inquiry found indiscretions but no proven profits. The incident prompts possible intervention by the State Department over Sullivan’s American citizenship.
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Leaders in New York Demand Release of James M
Irish independence advocates in New York unite to demand the release of James M. and pledge continued efforts to secure his freedom. The meeting signals organized support from local leaders and aligns with ongoing efforts for Irish independence.
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Source of Money Spent in Telegram Campaign Found
Washington reports Attorney General Gregory announced conclusive information on the source of funds used to delay members of the Senate and House with telegrams urging nonwar steps. He refused to reveal the source. Officials consider making public some documents seized in Wolfe von Igel's office. Count von Bernstorff demanded the papers' return as the question remains unresolved.
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Roosevelt Proceeds at Seattle Convention Elects 14 for Chicago
The progressive state convention in Seattle on May 14 elected 14 delegates to the national convention in Chicago and instructed them to vote for Theodore Roosevelt. A strong preparedness plank was adopted with little opposition despite some dissent.
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Three Leaders of Revolt Shot in Dublin Castle
London dispatches report that Patrick H. Pearse Thomas McDonagh and Thomas J Clark, leaders of the rebellion, were executed at Dublin Castle. James Connolly is wounded and awaiting trial. The three signatories of the Irish republic proclamation Bean MacDiarmada Eamon Ceannt and Joseph Plunkett died in the fighting.
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Joseph Plunkett
Need of Merchant Marine
Washington May 4 Liverary ate Adoo back from the Buenos Aires Meeting of the international high commission declared in a statement tonight that leading South American statesmen agreed with him that quick development of a merchant marine under an American flag and completion of a Pan American railway are the most important factors to be considered in plans for closer unity among American nations.
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Methodist Union Sought By Preconference Report
Saratoga Springs May 4 preliminary steps outline a plan to unite the Methodist Episcopal churches in America. Bishop Cranston proposes forming a commission to negotiate with the Methodist Episcopal Church South and other Wesleyan bodies, report to the 1920 general conference, and pursue inclusion while addressing economic and doctrinal concerns.
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Fay Fears 10 Involve Innocent Persons in Bomb Plot
In New York on May 4 1917 Robert Fay of the German army on trial in federal court refused to answer questions about how he acquired dynamite used to “make infernal machines.” He and brothers Walter Scholz and Paul Dueche face conspiracy charges to destroy munition ships bound for the Entente.
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O'Reilly Shot While Escaping Dublin Post Office
Dublin telegraph correspondent reports rebel leader O'Reilly was shot while fleeing the Dublin post office. His body was found in Moore Lane near the post office building.
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Washington awaits reply on submarine policy crisis
Officials in Washington pressed for immediate abandonment of present submarine warfare methods. Ambassador Gerard’s note to Germany was read with tension as United States officials warned a diplomatic rupture if terms were not met. The exact contents of the note remained unclear while the official copy was still en route.
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Germany warns armed merchant ships may be sunk without warning
Germany’s February memorandum to neutral nations states that after February 28 armed merchant ships belonging to countries at war with Germany would be treated as warships and sunk without warning. It accuses Britain of arming merchantmen and notes that 29 steamers on English lines carried stern warnings, reflecting heightened tensions in the Berlin dispute.
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Farm loan bill clears Senate amid partisan votes
Washington May 4 The Hollis farm loan bill backing a rural credit system passed the Senate 58 to 5. Republicans Brandegee Lodge Oliver Page and Wadsworth opposed. The measure creates land banks with government stock backing, cooperative farm loan associations, and a nonpartisan farm loan board including the treasury secretary and four others. Critics attacked the plan’s limits on mortgage terms and employee eligibility, while debate focused on constitutional and uniformity concerns. The House banking committee has a similar bill expected for action soon.
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