Artillery Fire Rages on Front as Allied Gains Reported
On April 9 reports from London Paris Berlin and Haig describe heavy artillery activity along the front with British gains near Bucquoy and German pressure along the Oise and Somme fronts. American forces are said to be preparing for a baptism of big battle fire on the Picardy battlefield.
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London
Picardy
Paris
Ailette
Coucy
War Office
Montdidier
Noyon
Somme
Haig
Bucquoy
Field Marshal Haig
France
Scarpe
Dutch Minister Takes Leave for Health and Return Home
Dr. August Philips, Dutch minister in Washington, has obtained a leave of absence and will sail for Holland soon due to poor health. The departure is stated not to relate to the requisitioning of Dutch ships by the United States and United Kingdom governments.
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August Philips
Washington
Netherlands
Holland
Rear Admiral John D. Ford Dies in Baltimore
Rear Admiral John D. Ford U S N retired died in Baltimore Maryland at the age of seventy eight. He served in the Navy and died April 9 at his home.
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J. D. Ford
Baltimore
John D. Ford
Mme Jacques Boyriven Charms Washington Society
Mme Jacques Boyriven wife of a French high commission member captivates Washington society with beauty and charm. A son born on American soil marks the first child welcomed into the home of the French war visitors, highlighting the family’s reception in the capital.
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Mme
Jacques Boyriven
French High Commission
American Troops Rush to France Amid French British Aid
American, French and British reserves pour into Europe as transportation to France accelerates after the Picardy battle. Allies hold the German drive, with Amiens vicinity improving and French and British lines resisting German attacks north of Albert.
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Washington
France
Picardy
Crowell
Amiens
Somme
Albert
Montdidier
Paris
Palestine
Jordan
Hedjaz
Pierremande
Fosembray
Chauny
Forest of
Courcy
American Aeroplane Reported Transatlantic Flight Rumor
London reports a rumor that an American aeroplane landed last night after a nonstop flight from New York with twelve passengers aboard though authorities deny confirmation. Paris notes French troops shifted positions near the Oise amid ongoing artillery exchanges. London also says German artillery activity increased along the British front near Labasse canal south of Armentierres.
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London
New York
Paris
Oise
Couuncey
Labasse Canal
Armentierres
Allies Gain Strength Daily As Reserves Grow
The text notes that each passing day places the allies in a stronger position to resist with definite success. Reserves, already sizable, are increasing as fresh contingents from allied armies and the United States join.
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United States
Senate Clash Over Loyalty Bill Sparks Bitter Senate Debate
A Senate session erupts as Senator Sherman accuses Senator Hardwick of disloyalty under the Overman bill while Senator Poindexter presses Hardwick about wartime views. Hardwick defends loyalty, says he voted for the war, and notes public doubt at the war’s start. Cummins intervenes as the confrontation continues.
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Washington
Sherman
Illinois
Senate
Poindexter
Hardwick
Georgia
United States
Germany
Senator Hardwick
Mr. Poindexter
Mr. Hardwick
Higgins
Cummins
Iowa
Debate on Legislation and Constitution Sparks Controversy
The dialogue reflects doubts about legislation and constitutional adherence amid war time. Amendments to curb disloyal language were adopted to address senators’ concerns that the measure could suppress legitimate criticism while maintaining respect for national symbols and uniforms.
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Senate
Washington
Hardwick
Washington Favors Cautious Liberty Loan Subscriptions
Secretary McAdoo telegraphed from Richmond stating no figures will be released for several days and then only the net amount officially filed with federal reserve banks. He warned against double counting from bank loanees and pledged daily reports after plans are developed to prevent watering of estimates.
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Washington
McAdoo
Richmond
Ing
Federal Reserve Banks
Treasury Department
BLOCK GERMAN RAIDS Go Over the Top and Send Foe Into Support Lines Near Toul
On the Toul front northwest of the town the Germans made two night raids but were repulsed. American infantrymen advanced from their trenches during the second raid and drove the attackers from the first to the supporting trenches. The action ended with German positions emptied and enemy batteries silenced by our heavy artillery.
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France
Toul
Japanese and British Forces Land at Vladivostok
Reports from Washington and Moscow describe Japanese and British landings at Vladivostok to guard interests after armed actions in Siberia. A Japanese envoy at Vologda downplays the move as local and autonomous, while Moscow remains skeptical.
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Washington
Windivostok
Siberian
State Department
Japan
Vladivostok
Kholshevik
Moscow
No Arrests in Prager Lynching Case Adjourned
The investigation into the death of Robert Paul Prager was adjourned to Wednesday with no arrests expected until after the inquiry. First Assistant Attorney General W F E Trautmann said hearings might not finish before Friday. testimonies described mob scenes at City Hall and Mayor Siegelt’s account of Prager's removal.
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Collinsville
Robert Paul Prager
W. F E. Trautmann
Prager
Siegel
Trager
Tie
Italian General Diaz welcomes U S troops in Italy
In Northern Italy on April 9 General Diaz the Italian commander in chief issued an order of the day greeting the entry of American troops to the western fighting front. He refers to Secretary Baker’s recent visit as evidence of Allied solidarity.
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Italy
Diaz
Baker
McAdoo Delivers Four Addresses to Launch Liberty Bond Drive
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo spoke in Philadelphia at the start of the Liberty bond campaign in the Federal Reserve district. He urged Americans to fulfill their duty and not be afraid, lifting the patriotic spirit at a four-address celebration.
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Philadelphia
America
German Army Tightens Noose on Kharkov As Siege Proclaimed
War bulletin from Moscow reports a state of siege at Kharkov, capital of Kharkov province, as German forces push toward the city. Simultaneously Petrograd notes German troops crossing ice from the Aland Islands toward Abo in Finland, with the Finnish council of commissaries traveling to Viborg.
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Abo
Moscow
Kharkov
Ukraine
Petrograd
Aland Islands
Gulf of Bothnia
Finland
Finnish Council of Commissaries
Viborg
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England
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