West Russian reverses overshadow city council office
Russian reversal shifts power as London papers report organization and elections pressed back. Brockett, Jr., collector. Arthur Lyon manager and Robert considered for roles amid a crowded local scene.
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Arthur Lyon
Robert Brockett, Jr
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Italy shifts focus as Garibaldi unveiling skipped
The Italian king and cabinet refuse to attend the Garibaldi monument unveiling in Quarto San Elena, signaling Italy may pause war participation. Officials cite the international situation and a possible accord, while censors curb speculation on the conference with German envoy Sonnino.
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President Wilson awaits Gulflight reports on sea tragedy
Washington May 4 Pending receipt of further particulars and offeral reports concerning the sink of the American ship Gulflight President Wilson today declined to comment on the sea tragedy. He expects a full report from Consul Seaman at Plymouth and from Ambassador Gerard at Berlin.
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German Attack on British Front Repulsed
Paris reports that on May 4 the German assault north of Ypres was repulsed by British forces. The official statement notes heavy fighting with the Germans. French forces gained some ground in the Argente near Bagatelle.
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May Postpone Date for Reopening the Italian Parliament
Rome reports circulating rumors about the planned reopening of parliament. Some say May 12 remains the date, while Baron Sonnino seeks a postponement for diplomatic reasons. Signor Llandera will decide after consulting King Victor Emmanuel as talks with ambassadors continue.
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Victor Emmanuel
Prince von Buelow
Voters Register Interest in High Point Bond Election
High Point residents rush to register for the S2509,0900 courthouse bond election. In three precincts North High Point leads with over 250 registrants, South High Point No 1 about 50, and No 2 just over 70 as registration continues toward the May 22 close.
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Lumber rates from Norman to north and east deemed reasonable
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that current lumber carload rates from Norman to northern and eastern Virginia cities are not unreasonable. The Snow Lumber company had complained against the Raleigh Charlotte and Southern railway company. The Greensboro postoffice will add two letter carriers starting June 1. Herbert Faucett and his bride of Oxford are on their honeymoon.
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Lynching of Jesse Hatch by Alabama mob near Fulton
A mob overpowered the Mobile sheriff and lynched Jesse Hatch, a Black man held on an alleged attack on a white woman. Hatch was arrested Sunday and identified by the victim as the assailant. the sheriff's posse was overwhelmed while he was being taken to jail.
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Mobile
Ala
Jesse Hatch
Fulton
Hatch
Ed Walsh Ill in Los Angeles Forcing Chicago Postponement
Associated Press reports Ed Walsh the Chicago American League pitcher remains ill in Los Angeles with grippe. His departure for Chicago has been postponed indefinitely as his condition is monitored.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Calif
Walsh
Chicago
Murphy Leads in Greensboro Mayor Race as Voters Turnout Edges Up
Greensboro May 4 A small municipal election vote shows Mayor Thomas J Murphy leading challenger Jas H Cook in a contest limited to mayor and finance commissioner. By 1 30 pm about 50 votes were counted with an estimated 1 000 more expected before polls close.
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Greensboro
Thomas J. Murphy
Jas. H. Cook
Cook
Murphy
British steamer Minterne torpedoed off Scilly Islands
The British steamer Minterne carrying 6000 tons of coal from Cardiff to River Plate was torpedoed off the Scilly Islands on Monday. Two firemen were killed, the second engineer injured, and the rest of the crew landed at Penzance after a rescue by fishing boats. The explosion hurled the engineer through an opening in the ship, saving his life.
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Associated Press
London
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Cardiff
River Plate
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The Minterne Ship Details Noted
The Minterne is described as a vessel of 1.09 tons and 330 feet in length.
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President Hopeful Over Japan China Talks
President Wilson expressed hope the Chinese Japanese affair would clarify soon. He had received no word of a Japanese ultimatum and doubted the report, noting previous similar intimations during ongoing negotiations.
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Washington
Wilson
Japan
China
Tokio
Wheat shipments to United States prohibited
Ottawa announces that shipments of wheat flour and other agricultural products to the United States are banned except when for domestic consumption in the United States and not for reshipment. The reason for the prohibition was not disclosed.
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Associated Press
Ottawa
Ont
Comptroller Calls For Bank Statements May 1 Reports
The comptroller of the currency issued a call for reports on the condition of national banks as of the close of business May 1. This notice from Washington, dated May 4, was released by the Associated Press.
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Associated Press
Washington
Japan to Issue Ultimatum to China Over Concessions
Tokio May 4. Justice Minister Ozaki quotes report that the Japanese cabinet decided to send an ultimatum to China urging reconsideration of China’s stance on concessions. Japan seeks peace in the Orient with no desire for force, but will act if China refuses. London press views the step as proper and The Times notes possible occupation of Pei Hung if yield not given.
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Ozaki
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Orient
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General Botha's Army Captures Important Post
An official statement from Town via London says General Botha's union of South Africa troops captured Olumbingue, an important post 100 miles east of Swakopmund in German southwest Africa, on Sunday. British losses were eight killed, five in a mine explosion during the advance up the Swakop river.
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London
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Union of South Africa
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Swakopmund
German Southwest Africa
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Rebellion costs Italy over two hundred troops
Italian losses in attacks by a rebellion band south of Surat on April 29 totaled eighteen officers and 200 men killed or missing. Four hundred wounded were placed aboard a steamer and sent to Syracuse, Sicily. Italians retreated as irregulars deserted to the rebels.
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Tripoli
Paris
Surat
Syracuse
Sicily
Campaign Against the Alien Enemies in England
London reports reveal an anti German movement led by society women at Mansion House on May 1 with speakers including Lady Glanusk and Lord Beresford. About 73,000 Germans are at large in England and 16,000 in London. aims include driving Germans from public work, boycotting German goods, and classifying all non-interned Germans as spies.
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Wenlock
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Owen Phillipps
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Anastase Batistatos
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Renowned Author Oliver Harper Dies in Philadelphia
Philadelphia reports the death yesterday at her son’s home of Oliver Harper. The writer of 68 books she translated many works from French including Pastor Wagner’s The Simple Life. In private life she was Mrs. Helen Burrell de Apery.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Oliver Harper
Pastor Wagner
Helen Burrell de Apery
Fifty Flood Victims Rise in Texas Death Toll
Houston reports that two corpses were found near Austin and another near Smithville increasing the Texas storm flood death toll to fifty over the past two weeks.
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Smithville
Prominent Pythian Dies in Indianapolis
May 4 report from Indianapolis notes Union B. Hunt aged S . he headed the insurance department of the Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythians and died at his home yesterday.
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Knights of Pythians
Daylight Wireless Link Achieved Panama Arlington
Washington May 4. The navy department announced a wireless message flashed for the first time during daylight from Panama to Arlington covering about 2000 miles. Previously wireless communication had been limited to night hours.
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Arlington
Associated Press
Washington
Navy
King Victor Emmanuel Skips Caribaldi Volunteers Monument Event
Rome reports that King Victor Emmanuel and the ministry will not attend the unveiling of the monument to Garibaldi volunteers at Quatro Sent Elena next Wednesday. The special edition notes the absence from the ceremony via Paris on May 4.
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Elena
Inquiry Opens Into Gulflight Torpedoing
London reports the American embassy has begun an investigation into the torpedoing of the American ship Gulflight with officials seeking evidence and identifying suspects.
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