Italy Prepares Ultimatum as 350000 Italians Gather on Frontier
Reports from Rome and Paris May 21 describe Italian military buildup along the Adriatic coast at Brindisi Bari and Foggia awaiting orders. Berlin and London dispatches note potential war with Austria Hungary and hints of Gallipoli allied plans amid censorship and diplomatic moves involving Switzerland and German interests.
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Italy Shows Army Might With 2,065,000 Men In Line
Latest reports detail Italy’s land and naval strength. Army totals about 1.32 million in first line plus 400,000 territorials and 150,000 cavalry. Navy includes six dreadnoughts, numerous battleships, cruisers, destroyers, and support airships and dirigibles, totaling formidable forces for joint service.
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War Powers Bill Prediction in Senate Debate
The article notes yesterday’s discussion on government power over war conduct and predicts a unanimous Senate vote in favor of the bill known as the message act. It references Evans and the likelihood of swift passage.
War Declarations Loom as Italy Moves to Declare War
Rome dispatch says Austrian ambassadors will depart from Italy first as Italy declares war on Austria. Germany and Turkey are then set to declare war on Italy, followed by the German and Prussian ministers to the Vatican and Prince von Buelow. Nabi Bey prepares to leave.
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Austrian Ships Ordered Out of Venice Harbor
The Austrian consul in Venice via Paris on May 23 ordered all Austrian ships in port to depart. Most vessels stayed, hoping to ride out potential dangers instead of returning to Trieste. The Cosulich attempted escape last night but was stopped by an Italian torpedo boat. its captain was arrested and contraband reportedly found aboard.
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Italy’s Chamber Revolt Over Treachery Seen in Berlin Papers
Berlin reports from Tokyo via London describe Italian deputies meeting with revulsion toward Italy’s perceived treachery to a former ally. The morning papers note a resolute quiet tone and lack of editorial enthusiasm as they cover the session.
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Unexampled Perfidy on Part of Italy Charged by Zeitung
Amsterdam reports The Frankfurter Zeitung denounces Italy for an act of perfidy against former allies. The German paper predict it will harden resolve and not yield to defeat, calling the move one of history’s most abominable acts. The message is dated May 22 and comes via London.
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Demonstration in Budapest Crowds Cheer Italy War News
In Budapest crowds paraded in a patriotic display after warlike news from Italy. They cheered Germany and Turkey, singing their national anthems in front of consulates. Police held back crowds trying to reach the Italian consulate.
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Italy Declares New Break with Austria Hungary
Paris reports a Rome note from Minister Sonnine to the Austrian ambassador at Vienna annuls the triple alliance with Austria Hungary. The note says Italy will resume full liberty of action and will terminate its treaty with Austria Hungary, citing persistent mistrust and ongoing disagreements.
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Thorne to Discuss Railway Accounting
Washington May 21 Clifford Thorne arrived and joined officials for Interstate Commerce Commission talks. The plan aims to separate freight and passenger accounts and keep distinct returns while state railway leaders discuss a broader policy.
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Plan Retaliation After Munitions Shipment Protest
A Berlin protest meeting led by the Deutscher Wehrver en condemned American war material shipments. A crowd gathered in London and Berlin to plan responses and discuss upcoming actions. A committee was formed to coordinate activities and monitor shipments.
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Italy Poised as World’s Best Armed Nation in War Prep
Paris reports Italy, if entering the war, would be the most thoroughly equipped nation for its size. Italy’s artillery modernized with Creusot 75 mm guns and up to 12 inch howitzers, improved ammunition and horse supply, and advanced mobilization plans. Italian staff gains from French, British, German, Russian, and Austrian experience, along with German railway principles, to move troops efficiently and strengthen intelligence.
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War Horses Go East by Fastest Service
Pittsburgh May 12 shipment of war horses through Pitt stockyards from western points by freight ceased this week yet the number of horses on fast passenger trains east increased by two or three cars. Buyers said the pressing need for good horses in the war zone justified the high transportation costs to the seaboard.
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Rings Around Sun Stir Quaker City
In Philadelphia on May 22 two great rings appeared around the waning sun, strongly pronounced and resembling rainbows. The solar halos started around 11 o clock yesterday and drew the attention of hundreds of thousands, caused by condensation in the icy atmosphere and crystal refraction.
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Swiss Army backs Swiss demand on Lusitania sink
Berne authorities plan to press Germany for a response to the Lusitania sinking by a German submarine. Swiss observers say Swiss representation may carry weight with a 600000 strong army behind it. Names of victims include Swiss citizens among passengers and crew.
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Balfour May Get Churchill's Job Near Ministers Crisis
London notes a ministerial crisis as health issues sideline Balfour from first lord of the admiralty, with The Times suggesting he would accept if invited and supported. The Daily Mail attacks on Kitchener accuse him of ordering wrong shells, while Arthur Anderson's appointment as president of the Local Government Board stirs liberal discussion and reactions from trade unions.
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Asquith Faces Pressure Over Lord High Chancellor Removal
Premier Asquith resists moves to remove the lord high chancellor amid a press campaign over alleged German sympathies. He seeks to ease friction in the admiralty and war office and to assign men to new ports, aiming to please all parties.
Aero club plans militia aerial fleet and mail planes
President Alan R. Hawley of the Aero Club of America said a public subscription started by the governor of the club aims to raise funds to purchase a squadron of airplanes for state militia use. The plan includes 100 aircraft for mail service and a reserve military air force for national need, modeled on 1912 1913 German and French plans that raised over 1 million dollars.
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Battle Near Neck of Gallipoli Rages Amid Naval Support
London dispatch reports fierce fighting near the Gallipoli neck as Queen Elizabeth fires from the Gulf of Baros to aid the Allied assault. Turkish guns from the Sea of Marmora and troops moved to the Dardanelles back the defense as Keith Bahr and Ware narrows threaten fall. Athens sources note British authorities raise a submarine reward to 10000 for information on the German U-boat sighting.
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Militarians Forceful Split at Pacifist Conference at Mohonk Lake
Delegates from large city chambers of commerce endorse stronger military defenses despite calls for international arbitration. Speakers including Edward A Filene and Simeon E Hald urge balancing peace aims with preparedness while warning against war propaganda and urging careful restraint. The gathering aims to form an international code of law and a world court while US policy questions involvement in military alliances.
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Britain explains cotton payments under cotton agreement
The Foreign Office released an explanatory memorandum clarifying British handling of American ships and cargoes via Hevlman bottoms detained under the murderecouncil. It notes most cotton cargoes bought by the government under the cotton agreement and that owners will receive payments, though some details and title remain unsettled and delays may persist.
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Severe Persecutions Continue in Portugal Reported
Lisbon dispatch notes ongoing violence against political opponents across Portugal, with reports of arrests and governmental harassment. The report cites measures by authorities and the impact on civic life amid escalating political pressure.
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Americans to man English hospital
New York May 22 Great Britain plans a new field hospital manned by American surgeons. Harvard Columbia and Johns Hopkins will supply 42 surgeons and physicians and 75 American nurses. Detachment to sail mid June at British request following Sir William Osler’s suggestion.
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Flood of volcanic mud sweeps Hat Creek valley
Redding California May 22 A flood of mud from Lassen peak crater sweeps Hat Creek valley in eastern Shasta County. Depth four to six feet. bridges swept away. roads impassable. homes destroyed. cattle killed. Fred Seaborn forest ranger rode at midnight to warn farmers and save lives.
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Large War Orders From Rome Reported In New York
New York May 22 Large orders to military stores and foodstuffs for Italy were reported in the market today though Italy has drawn supplies from the United States for months in anticipation of hostilities. Coal and wheat shipments from this country were near last weeks totals and horse shipments were noted with 60 000 more horses understood to be awaiting acceptance. Many Italian reservists in New York returned to Italy early in the war era and a rush by New York Italians to enlist is not anticipated among leading Italians.
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Bailey Concludes Argument For Bank
Washington May 21 A large crowd fills the district supreme court as arguments resume on government's motion to dismiss a temporary injunction. Bulley for the bank argues against dismissal while Untermyer for treasury officials cites a bank stock trading affidavit. Justice Motoy weighs whether the process has been abused as Bailey focuses on discretion and oversight.
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Stevenson Becomes Church Moderator in Major Denominational Change
A report from Rochewter details the appointment of Stevenson as moderator of the local Presbyterian church. The ceremony noted the leadership transition within the church governance and the community’s response to the new role.
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Fourth To Thing Of Army Lost By Victors
An official statement from Petrograd describes recent fighting in the Corparhigy Mountains. It notes enemy operations since May 10, with daily losses around 10,000 at peak, and 2,000,000 to 2,900,000 shells expended. Some enemy regiments reduced to single unit. total enemy strength near a quarter to a third captured or destroyed.
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Russian Redoubt at Praemyas Threatened by Push to Front
London dispatches report fierce fighting near Praemyas with analysts debating possible abandonment of the fortress as Russian forces reportedly push their line beyond a river and threaten a German flank. observers warn such a move could halt the Toutons advance and alter the battle dynamics in the region.
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4000 Guns On 20 Mile Front Used By Allie
Petrograd reports from May sc via London that between two and three million Austrian and German guns pounded the San river front near Praemysl. German artillery massed 4000 field pieces in a tight formation to push the Russians from the right bank for 20 miles. Despite heavy bombardment the main defenses remain, and Praemys fortress, though shelled, is believed to be able to endure a lengthy siege.
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No Confirmation of Germans Taking Riga
London May 22 report says no confirmation that Germans captured Riga a Baltic port and commercial center. The Daily Newsroom cites uncertain reports of a naval battle and German advances near the head of the Baltic, with details unclear.
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Northern Baptists Stand By President
Northern Baptists in Los Angeles affirm support for their president amid tensions within the Northern Baptist Convention. The event reflects internal debates, with officials stressing unity as the denomination navigates leadership and policy discussions.
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Pope Contributes 10 French Relief Fund
Rome reports a cardinal led effort contributing ten francs to a French relief fund. The message includes unclear dates and notes a draft for forty thousand francs and references to Paris and Rome clerical figures.
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