Germans and Russians clash on Galicia front amid heavy forces
At a 200 mile battle line in Galicia from the Gan river to Kolomea the Russian army rushes additional troops to meet 1,360,000 German and Austrian units. Fighting focuses on the San river sectors with large opposing forces and heavy artillery duels near the Wistoka and Sandomir areas.
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China Will Continue As Nation Says J. W. Bashford
Rishon J. W. Bashford, longtime head of the Methodist Episcopal church in Ching, Denver visitor, argues China cannot be permanently conquered. He cites China’s democratic traditions, past revolts, and potential civilizational contributions alongside a stable republic with growing finances and a future as a free nation.
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Murder reenactment follows wife slaying in Chicago
In Chicago a man reenacted the alleged double murder of his wife and newborn child at their home. Russell Pethrick, 22, admitted to killing them and demonstrated the crime for police and detectives, while authorities questioned the veracity of his statements and the wife’s alleged role. The scene unsettled the officers as the evidence is reviewed.
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Coalition Cabinet Formed Amid War Crisis In Britain
London reports confirm a non partisan cabinet to guide wartime policy. Prime Minister Asquith and Bonar Law say no policy change and no political surrender. the cabinet will be formed before June 3 as relations with Churchill and Fisher strain admiralty. Italy moves to join the Allies. Austria context noted.
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Informal Parleys Open With Germany for Amicable Settlement
Washington reports informal talks began at the State Department with Germany and Austria Hungary to adjust President Wilson notes. Dr Constantin Dumba and Secretary Bryan led discussions on what concessions Germany might accept without altering its submarine campaign. Officials in Austro German circles seek clear American expectations and possible German counterdemands.
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Subscribers Backed By Double Vote Campaign Ahead Of May 27
Subscribers show strong interest in a State leader election drive offering double votes for long term subscriptions. The offer runs through May 27 with weighty credits for 1, 3, and 5 year plans and a May 25 published tally. Readers urged to mail coupons to the State Leader or their candidate. Names listed include Miss Marlo Lawler and Miss Georgia Clark among enrolled supporters.
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Olive Gross
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Big St Louis sale marks $2.5 million merchandise pull
May 1 in St. Louis saw Ely & Welker Dry Goods launch a $2.5 million sale billed as the greatest event in dry goods history. The day drew 1,000 plus customers with estimated end totals between $590,000 and $760,000 as Cotton states and distant shoppers traveled to partake. Pig & Walker Dry Goods expanded by acquiring Hargadine McKilerick and Bly & Walker stock, creating a combined $2.5 million inventory as praise for the event spread nationwide.
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Submarine E-1 Sets Long Distance Record To New York Parade
Admiral Fletcher praises the fleet in New York harbor as E-1 completes a 1,220 mile run from Key West to join the display. E-2 faced engine trouble and towed, while Tonopah and MacDonough traveled with the group. Sailors describe wet gear and constant damp conditions after the voyage.
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U S to Test Gas Bombs On Condemned Cattle
Chicago May 1. The United States plans a series of tests at Fort Sheridan under army supervision using a chemical bomb by Dr L R Fowser. Condemned cattle will be the subjects and death is claimed to be instantaneous. Government chemists have worked a year to perfect a bomb identical to Fowser's.
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Slavs Destroy 37 Vessels in Russian Naval Attache Report
A May 18 dispatch from London cites the Russian attaché reporting heavy losses in the Turkish theater. It claims 37 vessels destroyed including a steamship and a small sailing craft at Kosli, with a pier, vessels, and railroad facilities damaged.
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