British propose Ulster exclusion and Ireland council in home rule plan
London May 18 the British Prime Minister sent to John Redmond a letter outlining immediate home rule proposals. The plan excludes Northeast Ulster for five years, forms a council of Ireland with delegations from excluded and included areas, and allows private bill action for both regions. A convention of Irish leaders may be urged if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd George
John Redmond
Ulster
London
Ireland
Consid 1
George
Redmond
Great Britain
Empire
Europe
Council of Ireland
Wounei
Couttell
Crown
SRS Ees Tee
In Today's Standard American destroyer faces German sub
News brief rounds up events including a British premier Lloyd George home rule proposals a Senate five hour critical session tax hikes on wealth a Russian foreign minister resignation and safety inspections on buildings with German submarine activity central to a broad civic news page listing council meeting railroads freight rates sailors and sport items with multiple dated and named topics spanning political military and social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd George
Senate
Naconda
Balleria F
Montana
Gompers
Mooney
Alming
Weather forecast for Washington May 16
Weather forecast reports generally fair conditions for Thursday and Friday. Cooler temperatures expected in the extreme east and western portions on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
British Hold Highland Position After German Attempt
From British Front in France May 16 Associated Press dispatch reports heavy German attempts north of the Scarpe river were checked. After bombardment and a fierce hillside assault from Greenland hill near Plouvain, British artillery and defense repelled the attackers, securing the line and expanding outpost safety. Separately Albany reports Col Theodore Roosevelt agrees to a major general's commission in state militia if federal army bills pass without Europe deployment provision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
France
London
Scarpe River
Greenland Hill
Plouvain
Roosevelt
Albany
Whitman
Theodore Roosevelt
Ate
Europe
Brilliant Russian Leader Steps Down
Petrograd May 16 Paul N Milukoff minister of foreign affairs has resigned leaving the cabinet altogether M Tereschtenko minister of finance becomes foreign minister and A F Kersky formerly minister of justice is named minister of war and marine Milakoff retirement announced at a sitting of the provisional government amid reported cabinet reorganization differences Premier Looff proposed to take foreign but declined majority intrusts foreign affairs to Tereschtenke
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petrograd
London
Paul N. Milukoff
M. Tereschtenko
A. F. Kersky
Justice
Milakoff
Looff
Cis
Ministry of Foreign
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
M. Tereschtenke
Russia crisis spurs confidence as loan to Russia issued
Washington May 16 Official confirmation of Foreign Minister Milukoff's withdrawal and a wave of resignations follows the Russian provisional government. The US approves a hundred million dollar loan to Russia and signals steadfast aid. American officials say the crisis does not derail democratic hopes and expect a permanent form of government amid upheaval. The army remains anti German and would not accept separate peace, with American policy aiming to steady radical elements toward practical outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Milukoff
Guchkoff
Russia
Wocm
Ndt
Brusiiof
Beckuss
Petrograd
Conde Fone
Taxes on Wealth to Be Increased Heavily
Washington May 16 vigorous movement in house to raise income taxes under war revenue bill. Lenroot and Shirley lead insurgents to boost rates on income over 40 000 from 8 to 11 percent in committee of the whole. Democratic and Republican opposition fails to halt plan amid cheers as votes show cross party support for higher levies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lenvoot
Wisconsin
Shirley
Kentucky
Kitchin
Fordney
Michigan
Hill
Connecticut
Ways and Theans Committee
Brown of Butte Wounded in Action Listed in Casualty
Ottawa reports the casualty list tonight includes C W Donald of Portland Ore C Duncan of Alpena Mich and TB Brown of Butte Mont among Americans wounded in action.
Arrival of American destroyers at Queenstown in war
A squadron of American torpedo boats arrived at Queenstown crossing the Atlantic to join war service. Crowds welcomed the flotilla as British and American officers exchanged greetings. The ships, in excellent condition, prepared for duties ahead while crews enjoyed brief shore leave amid celebrations of U.S. entry into the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queenstown
Atlantic
Admiralty
Anit
Amert
Flotila
Sirings
Thally
Unitadd Stites
Vesinstown
Brit Pher
de Strogers
Weather ties progress in crops across regions this week
The latest national weather and crop bulletin reports better crop progress in the western half of the country due to milder temperatures while eastern districts faced harsh cold. Cotton and corn suffer delays and damage, replanting and labor shortages may limit gains, but spring wheat advances, potatoes acreage rises, and overall farm work progressed in most areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Weather and Crop Bulletin Today
Oklahoma
Nebraska
Pacific Coast
Rear Admiral Sims Takes Command of Destroyer Squadron
Washington May 16 formal announcement that American destroyers manned by picked crews have the flag into the war zones and are operating against German forces. Continued on page 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Message of alliance praised by U S and British fleets
A historical note records a cordial exchange between Admiral Sir David and Admiral Henry J regarding cooperation between the British and United States fleets. It emphasizes preserving world order and "freedom of the seas" through shared effort and chivalry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir David
Henry J "Siaye
United States Atlantic
Senate Attacks on Wilson Budget Spark Five Hour Debate
Washington May 16 the senate opened debate on the 3 290 000 000 war budget devoting five hours to sharp criticism of the executive branch. Senators attacked the council of national defense the civilian advisory commission and the government shipping board and challenged presidential cooperation. An amendment limited the council’s powers. most speakers urged executive session to keep military questions confidential. Several Democrats defended the administration while Republicans pressed for tighter oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Council of National Te
Advisory Commission
Government Shipping Board
Wilson
Shipping Board
Congress
Sterling
South Dakot
Council of National Defense
Defense Council
Martin
Weeks
Massachusetts
Lodge
Norris
Brendegee
Reed
Mistusi
Lewis
Illinois
Cereless
Also Mentioned on This Page
Iishmen
Paul N. Miliuko
United States
America
Sims
Egarding
Dorry Commission
Martin, Underwood
Shairoth
Erate
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!