British and French Break Through at Bullecourt Front
British and French forces widen a breach in Hin denburg line near Bullecourt, driving into the town and pushing east of the village. German counterattacks along the Soissons and Chemin des Dames fronts are repulsed as Paris cites heavy guns and advancing French lines. Since April 16th French troops have taken 29 000 prisoners while British forces push toward Laon and report gains west of Bullecourt.
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Associated Press
Aisne
Hindenburg
Bullecourt
Soissons Vand
Laon
Paris
Chemin Deschames
Soissons
London
Cuban Rebels Burn and Pillage Reported in Oriente
American and British refugees allege Cuban rebels in Palmarito BaGate Miranda and Oriente burn homes and threaten massacre. An appeal signed by 1116 Americans asks Washington to intervene while Maso’s statement threatens death if May 20 passes without action.
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New York
Palmarito BaBgate
Miranda
Oriente
State Department
Washington
Blas Maso
Maso
Menocal
Banks Lose Damage Suit Against German Liners
The U S Supreme Court ruled against New York banks in their claim for 240 000 damages from the North German Lloyd Kronprinzessin Cecilie for failing to deliver 11 900 000 in gold to England and France on the outbreak of war The ship returned to neutral waters to avoid possible British seizure and such decisions affected other German liners with similar wartime cargoes
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Washington
New York
Tm i
Lieydiner Kronprinzessin
Cecilie
Lor On
England
France
Guaranty Trust Company
National City Bank of New York
Kron
Wes
Atlantic
Har Harbor
Supreme Court
Lloyd
Hamburg-American
Hansa Lines
American
Porte
Cecille
Roeton
Late Gossip on Senate Race Sparks Early Candidate Talks
Political insiders push for early discussions on possible candidates as state leaders gauge public mood and map strategies ahead of the upcoming Senate contest. Sources say discussions focus on potential names and party dynamics shaping the field.
Ransdell Senate bid may be unopposed amid Overton gossip
A Shreveport Times dispatch reports heavy talk that John H. Overton may not run for senator if Winston Overton pursues the supreme bench. Rumors name Judge Provosty, H. Hi White, and local figures like L. B Halili and L. E. Thomas as possible 1918 or 1920 candidates, with Ransdell supporters betting on an East Carroll man.
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Overton
Parker
Winston Overton
United States Senate
Lake Charles
Supreme
John
Judge Overton
Latte Charles
Supreme Bench
O. O. Rrovosty
Pointe Counee
Louisiana
Provosty
Judge Provosty
Phanor Brazeale
Natchitoches
Paul A. Sompayrae
Brazeale
New Roads
Supreme Court
H. Hi. White
Alexandria
Hrazeche
Overtons
Ranedell
L. B Halil
Pleasant
L. BE. Thomas
Shreveport
Board of State Affairs
Ogures
Repsdell
Lake Charles Nomination for Western District D.A. Post
Announcement from Lake Charles states Joseph Moore now U S district attorney for the Western district recommended J H Jackson of Lake Charles for the post to Attorney General Gregory. The note says the recommendation is more satisfactory to the organization than to Ransdell himself.
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Ransdell
Lake Charles
Joseph Moore
United States
Western District
Gregory
J. H. Jackson
Iron Mountain Mobilizes 60 Men for Fort Logan Roots
Army headquarters called for mechanics and Iron Mountain Railway sent twenty-five crew to Fort Logan H. Roots near Little Rock to aid barracks and other buildings for the officers training camp. Thirty-five more to depart tonight, many carpenters from the new terminal station’s construction in the city.
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Army
Iron Moutain Railway
Fort Logan
Hundred Million for Great Britian Loan Arrives in May
The United States will lend Great Britain 100 million dollars to cover May needs. A second tranche of 25 million was delivered to the British ambassador, bringing half of the May loan to Britain already paid.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Great Britain
Iain Laent
Two War Commissions Plan Joint Resource Coordination
Two allied commissions operate in London and Washington to coordinate U S war resources. The London group includes representatives from allied nations to allocate seaborne traffic while the Washington commission controls inland freight to the seaboard.
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Associated Press
Washington
London
United States
Naval Board optimistic on submarine menace progress
Washington May 7 Advices from the navy consulting board on solutions to the submarine menace indicate progress with several devices under practical trial. Secretary Daniels expresses confidence in American ingenuity though specifics remain secret. A Philadelphia committee head clarifies that public impressions should not assume full solution or hopelessness, noting significant progress and promising devices under trial.
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Washington
Navy Consulting Board
New York
W. L. Saunders
Navy Department
Daniels
Lawrence Addicks
Philadelphia
Naval Moblems
Consulting Board
Saunder
Naval Consulting Board
Germans Fail to Regain Ground Near Arras After Counter Attacks
German forces attempted a counter attack at Daullecourt between Arras and Carnwall but were repulsed by British artillery and reserves. Despite bringing up fresh troops on Saturday night and Sunday, German efforts failed to regain their lost ground as Haig’s men maintained the line.
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Daullecourt
Betwreen Arras
Carnwal
Marchal Haig
German Airplanes Over Odessa Signal New Front Threat
Reports from Petrograd claim amicable settlement between council of workers and soldiers delegates and the provisional government but warn of a German attack threat via the Gulf of Finland. Berlin reports French repulse on Ailette Craonne front with gains for France at Winterburg and Craonne.
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Petrograd
Council of Workmen’s
Gulf of Finland
Great Britain's War Industry Transformation Described
Washington May 7 Maurice Amos British munitions expert outlined England s wartime industrial shift. He cited four measures: Defense of the Realm Act licenses to curb war material speculation. railroad executive committees prioritizing war goods. manufacturers seeking wat designation for fast transport. and exemption from military service for war industry workers.
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Washington
Great Britain
Maurice
Amos
United States
England
Monroe welcomes Knights of Columbus convention delegates
The State Council Knights of Columbus gathered in Monroe for their annual meeting. Delegates from across the state initiated a large class, enjoyed social events, and heard a sermon at St Matthew's Church. Mayor Apgar opened the open session, officers were elected, and plans for the next national meeting were set.
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Apgar
State Council Knights of Columbus
Monroe
Opera House
St. Matthew's Catholic Church
Ss. J. Bourland
Shreveport
H. D. Apgar
L. Paul Amiss
Baton Rouge
John T. Boer
New Orleans
C. A. Barker
Plaquemine
State Treachrer
Leo Turrigano
Alexandria
J. A. Gremillion
A. J. Caillouet
Washington
J. M. Prescott
Opelousas
Supreme Council
J. Ee. Lerkin
John X. Weeman
State Council of C K of C Meets at Annual Convention
The State Council of the Knights of Columbus gathers many delegates from diverse sections for its annual convention. Attendees participate in meetings and discussions shaping statewide Catholic fraternal activities.
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Wineton
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John M. Parser
St. Louis
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Matisse
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Porces Vietors
Odessa
Berlin
British Admiralty
Wireless Press
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Black Sea
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Winterburg
Craonne
Clevreaux
Chemin Des Dames
James Herbert Blenk
Order of the Knights
State Council K. OF C
Lyceum Theatre
Adam and Eve
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Mrs. Vernon Castle
Triangle
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