Paris Peace Talks Move as Wilson Persuades France
Paris reports indicate President Wilson and Premier Lloyd George again steer the peace council toward compromise. France is said to back down on several contentious claims, improving prospects for a broader agreement. In London and Paris discussions continue on the Saar region and responsibility for the war amid fevered Allied diplomacy.
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Walsh in plea for Ireland
Senator David J. Walsh delivered a forceful speech on the Just Claim of Ireland before the Boston Teachers Club at Bellevue. His remarks drew applause and a floor challenge, arguing that conquering a nation or imposing views is wrong whether by Germany in 1914 or England in 4172.
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New England To See 26th Division Review At Boston Parade
Camp Devens reports all New England will view the 26th Division in a full review before the Boston parade. The announcement was made today as plans firmed for the event ahead of the parade coverage continuing on Page 14.
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Textile Strike Persists Despite Governor Coolidge Efforts
Lawrence reports indicate Governor Coolidge cannot compel mill owners to arbitrate with local textile strikers. Immediate alternative actions are deemed necessary to end the ongoing dispute and halt labor unrest in the area.
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Freight wreck derails Hartford freight near Pomfret
A heavy eastbound freight on the New Haven railroad from Hartford derailed at Pomfret. Fifteen loaded cars demolished, five plunging down an embankment. The train reportedly traveled about 50 mph. Both tracks torn for nearly 500 feet. Midland division likely blocked two to three days.
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Major McCombs Recounts Stormy Night Near Zeebrugge
Major McCombs details a perilous night spent with British forces on England’s east coast facing the German base at Zeebrugge. He describes how a violent storm tested will and seamanship as ships rode breakers and flags fluttered in freezing spray.
Bolshevists Get Odessa
Paris dispatches report Ukrainian Soviet troops have captured Odessa, per Kiev via Moscow wireless dated April 7. Official confirmation pending. Despatches say Bolshevik pressure rises and allied forces may evacuate Odessa. Paris Matin suggests allies retreat to the Dniester to shield Bessarabia and Romania, with Perekop isthmus fortified for Sebastopol.
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Prepare for Trial Flight to Cross Atlantic From St John
The first Sopwith airplane trial flight, with Harry Hawker and Lt Cmdr Mackenzie Grieve, aims to cross the Atlantic next Saturday if weather allows. Ground conditions hinder movement, wireless tests planned via the British Admiralty station Thursday, and a 1000 gallon gasoline contract for Captain Hugo Sundstedt is canceled, signaling possible route change.
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Clemenceau Is Merciful
President Poincare commuted Emile Cottin’s death sentence to ten years imprisonment after Clemenceau recommended a liberal commutation. Cottin had shot and wounded Clemenceau on February 19. Cottin’s lawyer and mother met Poincare. Clemenceau advised the move, which Poincare said he would ratify. The unrelated note mentions a machine headed for Newfoundland intending to fly to the British Isles.
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Unsettled Forecast for New England Weather Shift
Forecasts show unsettled conditions for Boston and southern New England on Wednesday with possible local rains, followed by generally fair conditions and moderate shifting winds by Thursday. Northern New England remains partly cloudy, while Atlantic coasts see gentle to moderate variable winds and northeast progression from a Texas disturbance moving northeastward.
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France presses for favorable terms after delayed peace
French leaders concede patience on achieving peace with the central powers but demand a proportionate voice among the big four in postwar decisions. Premier Clemenceau and advisers signal readiness to follow the roadmap laid by Wilson and Lloyd George while seeking stronger standing with the other allies.
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Today's World War Era Notices and Annotations
Announcement column notes anniversaries and historical events. Germany agrees to pay for sinking a U S vessel. William P. Frye listed for 1915. Austria breaks diplomatic relations with the United States in 1917. A year ago the Germans drove in lines held by British and Portuguese 41 miles. Manpower Hill bill proposes conscription in Ireland in the House of Commons.
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Ireland’s rightful claim for self rule and freedom
A speaker argues that America must support Ireland’s independence, contrasting Irish struggles with historical rights of other nations. He condemns British rule, praises Irish aspirations in religion and culture, and urges a just, lasting settlement to end centuries of oppression.
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