Von Papen Indicted as Bomb Plotter in Canada Plot
New York April 17 Captain Franz von Papen recalled military attache to the German embassy in Washington was indicted by the federal grand jury as organizer and financier of a conspiracy to blow up the Welland canal in Canada. Also indicted were Hans Tauscher Johanna Gadski Constantine Govani Alfred Fritzen and others with ties to German propaganda.
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Washington
Welland Canal
Canada
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Krupps
United States
Johanna Gadski
Constantine Govani
Alfred J. Fritzen
von Papen
Department of Justice
Niagara Falls
Horst von der Goltz
Franz Hobart Wachendorf
Bridgman, Taylor
Fritzen Govani
Carl Tuschendler
Joachim Busse
von der Goltz
England
Scotland Yard
John T. Ryan
Buffalo
Tauscher
Tausche
Five German sailors indicted over piracy plot near New York
Five sailors from the interned Bavaria were brought to New York by conspirators to aid a plot, then returned to their ship. Clarence Hudson and Ernest Schijler, who seized the British freighter Matoppo off Sandy Hook on March 25, were indicted by the federal grand jury in Wilmington on piracy charges. Hudson faces possible life imprisonment and arraignment was expected before Judge Bradford.
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German Forces Stymied In Galicia Front Attacks
Russian and Romanian theater updates report German assaults against Russian trenches along the Stripa in Galicia repulsed. Austrian efforts in the Sugana valley against Italians also fail to break lines. News from Trebizond notes Russian advances near Surmenech and caution about Turkish resistance.
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British Front Bombardment and Gallipoli Air Attacks Reported
On the Caucasus and Galicia fronts Allied trenches held with repulsed advances while British forces shelled Voormezede Dickebusch and Ypres sector. Reports say heavy shelling near Hebuterne Somme and Vimy mines with aerial activity and losses, and a Constantinople air raid caused casualties including a Makreui powder factory blast.
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America must fight for all mankind not self alone
The article quotes a speech emphasizing that the United States was founded to aid humanity and uphold human rights. It argues America's only legitimate use of force is to serve global humanity, otherwise it risks losing its identity as a nation. It notes Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Lensing attended and references debates on national preparedness with Mrs. Story defending preparedness.
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American wounded by submarine shell near Calumbrede Islands
Washington April 17 One of two Americans aboard the Russian bark Imperator from Gulfport Miss for Marseilles France was wounded when the vessel was fired upon without warning by an Austrian submarine off the Calumbrede Islands Three shots were fired one took effect and the ship was set afire Olson who was injured was in a Barcelona hospital with shrapnel wounds The state department will seek a full investigation and likely protest with Austria The incident links Austria to the submarine controversy dividing the United States.
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Very Warm Campaign Closes in Louisiana
New Orleans April 17 A few political rallies across Louisiana closed the campaign of Ruffin G Pleasant Democrat and John M Parker Progressive Independent Democrat for governor in the state election set for tomorrow The Democratic state ticket faces opposition only for governor and lieutenant governor but the campaign is described as the most vigorous in twenty years with lengthy rallies and high activity from both parties predicting a heavy turnout
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Venizelos Meeting Triggers Riot in Athens
An attempt to break up a Venizelos party meeting in Athens ended in riotous demonstrations. Spectators cried Down with the traitor and Long live the king while police cleared the hall amid great disorder. Reuters reports shots were fired and several followers were arrested.
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