DIVER MENACE CAUSES GRAVE FOOD SITUATION
New York May 3 The German boat menace has made the food situation in Belgium and northern France one of extreme gravity The mortality among adults in the industrial districts has multiplied by three in March and April Herbert C Hoover arrives from an American boat to take charge of the government food control program He says wheat corn pork and beef are badly needed in the region
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New York
Belgium
France
Herbert C. Hoover
Allies Depend for Existence Upon America
Washington May 3 The entente missions here share American officials alarm at German submarines but do not see the crisis as fatal. They foresee a period of self denial and further restrictions, yet rely on ships men and food from the United States and the prospect of American influence to offset U-boat threats.
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Washington
Entente
United States
Germans Sink Three Vessels In War News
Washington reports the American sailing vessel Margaret destroyed off the Irish coast on April 27 after being stopped and set afire by a German submarine. Philadelphia notes the British Tanker British Sun sunk by a submarine, possibly in the Mediterranean, valued at $2,500,000. London confirms the Arcadian, a Royal Mail liner, sunk April 15 with 279 believed drowned. Arcadian was 8,300 tons and owned by Royal Mail Steam Packet.
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Washington
Margaret
Philadelphia
British Sun
Sun Ol
Mediterranean
Kogochise
London
Arcadian
Royal Mail Steam Packet Company of
Liverpool
British Admiralty
Brazil Foreign Minister Lauro Muller Resigns
On May 3 in Rio de Janeiro Dr Lauro Muller tendered his resignation as minister of foreign affairs. The government learned he was detained in Germany and ordered the German minister in Brazil to be detained here as a response to the situation.
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Hlo Janerro
Lauro Muller
Germany
Brazil
Nevada industries protest prohibition across state lines
A Nevada corporate group led by United Nevada Industries wires President Wilson opposing national prohibition. The missive argues the measure would inflict suffering on loyal Americans and claims Nevada would suffer in grain use for liquor. Notables include H. G. Humphrey and Frank J. Byington among signers. The piece notes Governor Boyle attending a Washington conference on wartime policy.
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Boyle
Washington
United Nevada Industries
Nevada
United States
Woodrow Wilson
Washington, D. C
Emmet D. Boyle
H. G. Humphrey
State Republican Central Committee
M. Pickett
Democratic State Central Committee
George Wingfield
Troy W. Stoddard
Frank J. Byington
City of
Reno
H. Kennedy
Reno National Bank
A. Stout
A. Parker Lewis
Washoe Building Trades Council
George Townsend
Reno Business Men Association
P. Y. Gilson
Reno Central Trades and Labor Council
F. T. Schmidt
Ino
J. Tonnelly
City of Elko Charter Delays Business Licenses
The Elko charter adopted on Tuesday does not compel license collection until an ordinance is adopted. Consequently local business houses will not be required to hold licenses to operate for some time. The arrangement eases burdens on Elko merchants temporarily.
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Elko
Elks Urge Attendance at Odd Fellows Hall Meeting
Elks call members to gather tomorrow afternoon at 1 o'clock at the Odd Fellows hall. The message emphasizes prompt arrival for the scheduled gathering and outlines the location and time.
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Odd Fellows Hall
Hollweg Again Under Attack
Copenhagen May 3 A reading of permitted German newspapers shows conservatives pushing resolutions against Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg. They condemn government weakness on peace terms and strikes while warning of socialist influence and a volatile public mood. Berlin reports say Germany enters a period of intensified strife with broader dissent.
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Copenhagen
von Bethmann Hollweg
Germany
Berlin
Hamburg
Viviana Delivers Stirring Address in Washington
In the U S House, a French mission was greeted with cheers and cries of Vive La France. Vivienta delivered a French speech while Joffre, replying, expressed thanks and waved Vive La American. Members and officials greeted the delegation with handshakes and warm gestures as Jeannette Rankin was bowed to with a kiss.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Vivient
Joffre
May Transfer War Prisoners to America
Washington May 3 The proposed transfer of German war prisoners from England and France to the United States would relieve those countries of feeding them A Senate resolution by Senator Hale of Maine called for the move and for an appropriation of one million dollars to cover the cost The measure was referred to the foreign relations committee without debate
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Washington
England
France
Senate
Hale
Maine
Foreign Relations Committee
Russia warned against slacking in Entente struggle
May 3 Petrograd report that representatives of the allies sent a note warning Russia that a change of government cannot be used as a pretext to slack off in the shared war effort.
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Petrograd
Russia
Japs Pleased With Our Entrance in War
Tokyo reports that Japan greets the United States entry into the allies with satisfaction. The swift U S naval mobilization and steps to boost sea power renew effort to strengthen Japan’s navy for national defense, not aggression.
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Torio
United States
Japan
Loyalty Day Preparations Set for Elko Demonstration
Preparations are complete for Elko's Loyalty Day activities including a 10:30 a.m. flag raising at the military camp, a 2:00 p.m. parade from Bradley Opera House with a children's pageant and living flag, a court-house arrival for a flower and dance program, a mothers' welfare talk by Dr Faber, a military mess for Company H, and a military ball with vaudeville acts. Sheriff Harris and Dr Mazon named as parade and day marshals.
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Bradley Opera House
Mise Newman
Company HH
6Th Cal
Infantry
BP. O
Red Cross
Order of Red Men
Southern Pacific
Elko County Bar Association
Fire
Fire Department
Commercial Street
Sixth Street
Railroad Street
Fourth Street
Idaho Street
Court House
Fabers
Sheriff Harris
Dr. Mazon
British Begin Another Major Attack on Front near Arras
London reports a fresh British offensive along the Arras front from Hindenburg Mne south of the Genesee river to the Achivelle Vimy road. Attacks in darkness succeeded in seizing several strong positions as German counterattacks were repulsed. the action marks the fourth major effort on a twelve mile front. Paris notes French gains on the Champaign front east of Mont Haut, taking a garrison of over two hundred as German positions are reduced in new lines.
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London
War Office
Hindenburg
Mne
Genesee River
Achivelle-Vimy Road
Arras
Paris
Champaign
Mont Haut
Subscriptions for War Loan Pour In Fast
The first liberty loan bonds are selling briskly at about a million dollars per hour with expectations of over-subscription. Daniel Willard predicted drastic curtailment of passenger service to ration rolling stock, urging railroads to shift locomotives from passenger to freight use to support France and Russia. The rail board aims to free four thousand locomotives for freight while maintaining public service.
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Washington
Liberty Loan
Treasury
United States
Daniel Willard
National Defense Conference
Willard
Federal Guard Wa
Railroad Board
France
Russia
Las Vegas Man Takes His Life Under Engine
Dennis Murray ended his life by leaping under yard engine No 25 in the local yards Sunday morning. Witnesses saw him crouch and leap between the rear wheels and running board as the engine approached, causing instantaneous death in Clark County.
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Dennis Murray
Murray
Clark County Review
Speaker Champ Clark Opposes Censorship in Espionage Bill
Speaker Champ Clark left the chair to oppose striking the censorship section of the espionage bill. He argued the section violates the constitutional guarantees of free speech and free press.
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Champ Clark
Washington
Graham
Pennsylvania
State ready to loan money on farms in Nevada
Nevada prepares to invest state permanent school funds in farm mortgages and bonds after a 1916 constitutional amendment. The 1917 act defines duties of the State Board of Investments, with attorney general opinion on titles. Forms and details to be provided. funds to be raised by converting small interest paying securities to cash. A $200,000 Massachusetts bond issue at percent yields funds for this program and other purchases.
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Nevada
United States
State Board of Investments
State Board of Investmenta
Selviont
Massachusetts
Three Drowned by Rockingham Sinking Report
London May 3 The sinking of the Rockingham has left three men dead and survivors report. No word from the boat carrying thirteen men has been heard. There were twelve gunners aboard the vessel.
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London
Rockingham
Wheat Prices Hit New Highs As Market Eyes Record
Chicago May 3 wheat rose to a record high at 2.81 with corn at 1.62 and oats at 68 4c pushing grain markets. Strong demand and uncertain harvest outlook drive prices higher across grain futures.
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Chicago
National Parks Open to Visitors Nationwide
Washington May 3 All national parks will be open to visitors this year as Secretary Lane announced. The statement signals a broad reopening across federal park sites with expected access for travelers and sightseeing nationwide.
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Washington
Secretary Lane
Elk gathering notice incomplete prompt
The fragmentary text hints at an upcoming Elk meeting or alert to attendees but lacks clear date, time, location, or organizing body to form a proper item.
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