Diplomatic break seen as likely over German note
Washington officials say the German reply to the US demands on submarine warfare is an unpleasant surprise. They warn the note defies President Wilson and signals a looming crisis as the United States insists on protection of citizens and swift action once the official text is reviewed.
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John Edwin Nevin
Ashington
Washington
Pril 18
United States
Wilson
Conti
Four Irish Rebel Leaders Executed at Dawn
Dublin May 5 four more leaders of the Irish rebels were shot after treason convictions by a general field court martial. Victims named Joseph Plunkett Edmund Daly Michael O Hanrahan and William Pearse. Plunkett had signed the proclamation for Ireland's independence. Death sentences carried out by firing squad at dawn.
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Dublin
Joseph Plunkett
Edmund Daly
Michael O'Hannahan
William Pearse
Plunkett
Linn
Germany defends submarine warfare in note to U S
The May 5 dispatch reports Germany defending its submarine warfare in a public note to the United States. It asserts restrictions to its activities and argues neutrals were harmed by British actions, while rejecting U S accusations of ruthlessness. The note references the Sussex and claims willingness to negotiate terms.
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RLIN
Germany
U. S
Ger
Finany
Opty
Sussex
German note says submarine restraint to protect neutrals
The German government states it has imposed restraints on submarine warfare to protect neutrals and proposes further concessions. It blames Britain for violations of international law and argues the United States should demand adherence to humane rules, warning that if Meant steps fail, Germany reserves full liberty of decision. Von Jagow signs.
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Hin
Enor
United
Ames
Sussex
United States
Germany
Great Britain
British Isles
England
U.S
Vlake
Pease
Europe
Forum of Mankind
Fowner
von Jagow
No Comment By German Officials
German embassy officials refused to comment on the American ultimatum reply in Washington. They are awaiting a complete copy and will have it when Count Von Bernstorff returns from New York.
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Washington
Count von Bernstorff
New York
Canton Central High Chief May Resign for Elyria Post
F M Shelton longtime Canton Central High principal likely will resign within days to become Elyria school superintendent. Elected by Elyria board after a Thursday meeting he plans to discuss the offer Friday afternoon. If he accepts the resignation would take effect after the current term ends in June.
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F. M. Shelton
Canton Central High School
Elyria
Shelton
High Scho
Pittsburgh
Canton
Necklace stolen 35 years ago sent back to Maryland owner
Mrs. George M. Lamb of Dedarvycroft Maryland received a pearl necklace stolen from her 35 years ago. An anonymous letter accompanied the return saying the writer’s conscience compelled the act.
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George M. Lamb
Dedarvycroft
Carranza Given Another Chance by Wilson Over Mexican Affairs
Washington reports say President Wilson endorses the border conference with Generals Scott and Fursten and Obregon Carranza's war minister. The agreement signals cooperation and may lead to withdrawal of American troops, with Obregon seen as loyal and Carranza restored as Mexico's strong man while Villa is pursued.
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Washington
Carranza
Wilson
Feire
Mexico
Scott
Furston
Obregon
State Department
Villa
Arrest of James Sullivan Triggers UK Probe
The American embassy in London is reviewing the arrest of James M. Sullivan former American minister to Santo Domingo on charges of complicity in the Irish rebellion. Secretary Lansing will decide steps to relieve the diplomat, amid concerns of reprisals from American circles. Sullivan, a home rule advocate, is visiting Ireland to restore his health.
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Washington
London
James M. Sullivan
Santo Domin
Lansing
Sullivan
Britain
Ireland
Santo Domingo
State Department
White House
School Board Postpones Superintendent Election Meeting
Canton city school board adjourned without action on selecting a new superintendent and teachers. The vote to postpone came as Hursh and Lehman opposed. Keplinger argued action was needed before teachers could be chosen, noting the superintendent term expires in September.
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City School Board
Canton
Claude Keplinger
John Lehman
J. I. Hursh
John K. Baxter
Hursh
Lehman
Harmony
Keplinger
Miller
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