America prolongs war says Germany forecasts reply to Wilson note
Germany forecasts a reply to President Wilson that will not abandon submarine warfare. Ambassador Gerard in Berlin urges Americans to leave Germany promptly while consuls in all cities urge registration. Dispatch notes few Americans have departed, about forty.
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Italian Labor Expects Italians in U S to Return Home
The Commerce Department notes a mass Italian emigration from the United States since the war began. It estimates at least 2,000,000 Italian born residents in the U S with about 40 percent as reservists ready to serve. If called, many may be unable to return to the United States for the duration of the war.
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Austrians Strengthen Defenses on Frontier
Troops bolster positions along the southern Tyrol border as emphasis shifts to early engagement amid rising tensions. Fortifications, artillery placements, and troop reinforcements indicate preparations for a possible clash near the bor ders region. Determine likely targets and timing remain uncertain.
German Forces Move Southward for New Drive
Vienna dispatch says Germany will mobilize two million more men. Half a million to join a major offensive against Italy in a tremen dous drive.
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Germany to Reply to Wilson Note With Conciliatory Tone
Washington dispatch says German circles expect a friendly reply that still contains a strong clause blaming the United States for prolonging the war by supplying arms to Germanys enemies. The note reportedly will demand limits on war materials traffic while opposing unconditional end to the submarine campaign.
Mohonk Conference Endorses Wilson Neutrality Platform
At Mohonk Lake in New York the Lake Mohonk conference on international arbitration approved Wilson's neutrality policy and praised the President's stance. The platform reaffirmed faith in peaceful methods despite wartime doubts and stressed advancement of arbitration as superior to war.
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Lake Mohonk
United States
Warning of Poison Gas Bombs in Luftwaffe Raids on London
A London report cites a Scotland Yard notice warning that German Zeppelin airships may drop bombs charged with poisonous gases. The alert urges the public to shelter in houses and keep lower floor windows and doors closed to prevent gas entry during raids.
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Bread Riots in Mexico City Prompt U S Notice
Washington reports several popular demonstrations in Mexico City over food shortages. The State Department calls the situation serious and notes lack of communication as a major factor. The International Relief Committee has bought about 2,500 tons of cereals for distribution pending transport and official guarantees through controlled routes.
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International Relief Committee
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Mexico City
Jury Deadlock Over Court Costs in Roosevelt Libel Case
In Syracuse on May 21 the jury in William Barnes suit for libel against Theodore Roosevelt deadlocked after a conditioned verdict favored the plaintiff but was rejected for improper cost division. Juror No. 11 Edward Burns signaled preference for a plaintiff verdict if costs were not split.
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William Barnes
Theodore Roosevelt
Supreme Court
William S. Andrews
Edward Burns
Buffum Wife Pleads Guilty to Second Degree Murder
Mrs. Cynthia Buffum of Little Valley admits murder by arsenic poisoning of her husband Willis Buffum in Buffalo. She pleads guilty to second degree murder and is sentenced to at least twenty years in prison.
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Italian Steamer Marsala Halted by Austrian Submarine
The Italian steamer Marsala, arriving in Venice, reports it was stopped off Ravenna by an Austrian submarine. After a brief halt the ship was allowed to resume its voyage.
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Lassen Peak Eruption Reaches Hot Lava Stage
Special Dispatch reports Lassen Peak in California has advanced from ash and steam to lava and incandescent ejecta. J S Diller cites a May 20 eruption with fire from a crater and glowing clouds seen from Volta. A mudflow inundated Hat Creek Valley damaging farms and livestock, but no lives were lost.
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Swan Song Liquor Commission Report Issued
Columbus May 21 The annual report of the State Liquor Licensing Commission, distributed now, is described as the swan song of the tribunal which will soon pass out of existence. The commissioners highlight the self enforcing provisions of the law and note earned respect for liquor regulation and for all liquor laws.
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Judge Powell Says Roan Believed Frank Innocent
Atlanta May 21 A. G. Powell former state appeals judge writes Governor Slaton and the State Prison Commission urging clemency for Leo M. Frank. He claims Judge Roan who presided at the trial privately believed Frank innocent and that Powell, Roan’s intimate friend, helped prepare portions of the jury charge. He cannot explain why Roan did not grant a new trial despite his expectations.
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Lord Kitchener identified as likely dictator in war cabinet
Pall Mall Gazette argues a Kitchener dictatorship would be demanded by the country and press, as wartime powers give the War Secretary vast authority. It notes Arthur Henderson’s cabinet appointment and Labour approval, marking a key shift in Britain’s political landscape.
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Marconi Ordered to Return to Italy Amid Patent Suit
William Marconi, inventor of the wireless telegraph, told the Federal Court in Brooklyn he must sail for Italy tomorrow morning after being ordered to return by the Italian Ambassador. He had not yet testified in a suit over wireless patents affecting the Sayville plant due to Italy Austria tensions.
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Austria
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Washington
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Riggs Bank Case Under Advisement by High Court Judge
Justice McCoy of the District Supreme Court took under advisement the government motion to dismiss Riggs National Bank suit to stop actions by Secretary McAdoo Comptroller Williams and Treasurer Burke. Relief denied except as to $5,000 interest and penalties. temporary restraining order on payment granted at start. decision pending.
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Washington
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District Supreme Court
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Second Grandchild for the President Born Tonight
A baby girl was born to Secretary and Mrs. William G. McAdoo, the president’s second grandchild. The child will be christened Ellen Wilson in honor of the late Mrs. Woodrow Wilson.
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Submarine F-4 Raised Near Honolulu Harbor
The submarine F-4, sunk in Honolulu harbor with nineteen missing, has finally been lifted from the sea bottom near Hawaii. Naval officers doubt the cause of loss can be determined after two months underwater and warn that the first gale may again snap the securing cables.
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Honolulu
Swiss to protest German indemnity over Lusitania sinking
Berne authorities will lodge representations with Germany after the Lusitania sinking on May 7. Three Swiss citizens died, including John Fenwick, a first cabin passenger. Swiss observers say Swiss demand will carry weight with 500000 Swiss in reserve if needed. Unknown Swiss among second cabin nationals remain unconfirmed.
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Cunard Line
Lusitania
Italy Moves Toward War as Senate Grants War Powers
Reports from Paris and Rome indicate Italian and Austrian forces clash near Southern Tyrol with fleets patrolling and frontiers fortified. Italian Senate approves Salandra bill granting plenary powers amid rising tensions, amid enthusiastic demonstrations and royal attendance.
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