Peace predicted within three months amid European negotiations
Copenhagen reports from the Danish Socialist Press predict peace within three months. The correspondent cites unofficial negotiations between Russia and German socialists, saying Germany would restore Belgium and Serbia, evacuate France, and seek Turkish agreement with Russia on navigation of the Dardanelles.
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Copenhagen
Danish Socialist Press
Wne
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Germany
Belgium
Serbia
France
Turkey
Dardanelles
British Break Through German Front Near Arras In Fresh Drive
Allied forces breach four miles of front in Arras sector as German lines collapse north of Vimy and Lens encloses. British capture Fayet near St Quentin and gain many guns and over 13 000 prisoners while French hammer St Quentin from the south. Turks retreat in Mesopotamia as British HQ reports heavy blows.
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Lens
Teutons
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Givenehhy-en- Gohelle
Loos
St. Quentin's
Fayet
St. Quentin
Edwin R Hunt Abandoned Under Fire Near Capegata
The American schooner Edwin R Hunt was abandoned by her crew under fire from a bbmarine near Capegata Spain in the Mediterranean Sea on April 7 according to Consol Gassett in Malaga.
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Washington
Edwin R. Hunt
Bbmarine
Capegata
Spain
Mediterranean Sea
Consol Gassett
Malaga
Should Repay Old Loans of France Debates Begin
Rep. Rainey urges quick passage to repay long standing loans France extended hundreds of years ago. Rep. Medden of Illinois questions repayment and questions U.S. readiness to send troops, arguing money should aid allies rather than repayment.
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France
Prem
Rainey
Medden
Iinois
United States
Anti German Demonstrations Reported in Brazil
Rio Janeiro April 14 reports indicate brazilian army circles study defense questions and a possible break with Austria soon anti German demonstrations are reported in Brazil by newspapers
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Rio Janeiro
Austria
Brazil
Explosion Sheds Light on Inside Plot at Plant
Company investigation into Tuesday’s explosion at the Eddystone Ammunition plant says the disaster was the result of an inside plot. Manager Willheim stated the inquiry found evidence pointing to internal sabotage and warned of further probes.
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Willheim
Eddystone
Plan to Stimulate Food Production
Associated Press report on efforts to spur U S food production during the war. Secretary Houston met congressional leaders about legislation to empower the government to regulate and fix food prices and to license distributing agencies.
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Associated Press
United States
Congress
Wisen
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Tranessee
J. R. Payne
Memphis
Tri- State
Detter Farming Association
Big Revenue Plan Advances in Senate Looms Over Food Problems
The plan includes a seven billion dollar war measure and promises to accelerate the development of the United States producing powers. Adoption is expected to pass today, signaling major fiscal action to address food and economic issues.
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United States
War revenue bill advances in House amid broad support
The House neared passage of a seven billion dollar war revenue bill with strong support from Republican leaders and debate under a five minute rule. Amendments, including foreign loan limits and tax changes, were discussed as votes loomed.
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Arkanes
Easure
Escalating Greek Relief Ship Air Raid Reported
Washington dispatch from the American minister at Athens notes the German submarine attack on the relief ship Neston. The Greek relief effort faces a critical shortage of supplies with no supplies in sight. The legation relies on French vessels for support.
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International council to meet on aiding United States war mobilization
Washington reports the international council to assemble in the west end with British and French officials to discuss methods for the United States to mobilize forces with minimal waste and delay. The commission will meet to examine how to convert peace industry to wartime production and military strength.
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Foreign Commission
Governor Pleasants calls state food production drive
Helen Rowse reports April 14 that Governor Pleasant issues a proclamation urging citizens to increase food crop production and conserve all foods. A statewide Food Conservation Committee is formed, including Harry D. Wise Dean W Mt Dedeon T H Harris Dr Oncar Dowling and others to carry out the program through the state.
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Callie
Lacie Ty Beevetery
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British food order limits potatoes in meals at hotels
Baron Devonport, the British food controller, promulgates an order restricting potatoes in meals at hotels restaurants boarding houses and clubs. Potatoes are banned except on meatless days with meatless Tuesday in London and Wednesday elsewhere in the British Isles. The rule aims to cut meat consumption by about 65 percent.
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United Kingdom
Baron Devonport
London
British Isles
Cornell students join ambulance service to aid national defense
Ithaca April 14 Cornell's student body of over thirty men departs to serve as ambulances. Planning is underway for a 1200 member student regiment. More than a thousand plan to join U S service with many aiming for the Mosquito Fleet naval coast defense.
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Ithaca
N. Y
Cornell
United States Service
Swiss Sample Fair Opens Aims To Win Trade Share
Basle reports tomorrow marks the formal opening of the 1st Swiss Sample Fair promoted by manufacturers and merchants with government aid to retain a share of the world market postwar. Exhibits include textiles, watches, jewelry, toys, machinery, chemicals, canned goods, and dairy products.
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Basle
Switzerland
Cfr
Does the Cap Fit You Are You Guilty
A satirical piece critiques newspaper readers who skim papers without paying. It labels some as spongers who read on tru e leet pages and leave without buying. The text urges reform and responsible consumption of news.
Will Take Over German Ships
Officials realize more ocean-going vessels are needed to seize control of German ships and secure maritime assets. The push focuses on expanding the fleet and accelerating capture operations amid ongoing hostilities.
Cabinet Meeting Sets 225 Million for Wooden Ships Plan
Washington April 14 The cabinet approves a bill to increase the 56 million dollar appropriation for the slipping board and authorize seizure of German merchant ships in American ports. The goal is rapid expansion of the American merchant marine to aid the Entente through more trans Atlantic ships and injure German submarine operations. The program could cost about 225 thousand dollars before wooden ship building completes.
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