Wilson Says German Crisis Is Near
President Wilson, before a joint session, denounced German submarine warfare against merchant ships. He warned that unless Germany changes policy the United States will sever diplomatic relations, calling the move an inevitable step to defend neutral rights and humanity.
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House of Representatives
The
Capitol
Washington
Germany
Wilson
Congress
United States
Chamber
Coal embargo hits Dutch shipping lanes in April measure
The Hague reports Britain's order to seize German bunker coal alarms Dutch shipping circles. Dutch ships sailing to South American ports and colonies feel the impact most, as German coal is largely used, while those plying to North America can still refuel at American ports but with 10 percent less cargo space.
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the Hague
Holland
North America
American Porta
South American
Maine Man Named for Wilson Assistant Secretary
A Maine man is named in the Washington dispatch as the assistant secretary named by President Wilson in a brief April 20 report.
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Maine
Washington
Wilson
Note to Germany War Warning Threatens Diplomatic Break
The note to Berlin warns that Washington may sever diplomatic relations unless Germany stops its submarine warfare. The document accuses German submarines of repeatedly attacking neutral and passenger ships such as the Sussex, citing unarmed status and lack of warning, and states the United States will act to defend neutral rights and humanity.
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Great Britain
Sussex
United States
Washington, D. C
Germany
Berlin
State Department
Gerard
Secretary of Foreign Affairs
English
Folkstone
Dieppe
English Channel
Ireland
High Seas
Law of Nations
Ufe
Indirect lighting system slang described as drinks fueled exposure
The dialogue defines an indirect lighting system as a fellow getting a lit up when another buys the drinks, implying social optics and signaling rather than a technical device.
Ingraham Nomination Sent to Senate with War Secretary Approval
William M. Ingraham of Portland Maine is nominated for a position in the war department. The nomination, with Secretary of War Baker's approval, was transmitted to the senate late.
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William M. Ingraham
Portland
Baker
Senate
Allies on Greek Soil In Epirus Crossing From Albania
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Janina reports Italian troops along with British French and Serbian forces on Greek soil in Epirus after crossing from Albania where they occupied the Chimarra heights.
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London
Exchange Telegraph Company
Janina
Epirus
Albania
Chimarra Heights
Be Neighborly and Visit Neighbors Despite phones
The note emphasizes using the telephone to reduce loneliness on farms while urging more in person visits. It encourages keeping doors open for neighbors and especially guiding young people to visit and socialize as often as possible.
Biblical Warning From St. Peter On Covetous Schemes
A Houston Post quotation presents a biblical warning that covetous individuals use feigned words to merchandise the faithful, whose judgment is not asleep and whose damnation slumbers not. The note urges fortifying good people against such schemes aimed at taking their coin.
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St. Peter
Houston Post
Spokane Students Organize Safety First Guard
Organized in good cause with the motto Safety First, Spokane school children form a large guard to supervise both schools and streets. Members pledge to keep to the right, use stairs one step at a time, and watch for dangers near tracks and streets. The plan includes bonuses for qualified members and commissions for grade officers.
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Spokane
Crusade Against Prize Fights Delays Action
The dialogue notes a crusade against prize fights has begun yet the activists paused until the major match concluded, showing restraint amid ongoing controversy. The exchange highlights the tension between reformers and sporting events.
Character as the end in itself in defining great men
The passage argues that true greatness lies in character rather than circumstance. Magnificent individuals are those who remain superior to environment, aligning with their best selves regardless of outsides.
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Great Britain and Ireland
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German Empire
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