US Cables Note to Germany Demands Immediate Action After Lusitania Sinking
The United States warns Germany that merely expressing regret is insufficient after the Lusitania disaster. Washington urges the German government to uphold neutral rights, prevent recurrence, and take steps to protect civilians and noncombatants at sea. The note stresses that submarine warfare must respect prize rules and avoid endangering American lives and liberty.
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U S Seeks Closer Understanding Over German Sea Attacks
The 1915 communication to Berlin describes a string of German actions sinking American linked ships and harming citizens, from the Lusitania to the Falatia and others, urging the Imperial government to align with humane, lawful wartime conduct on the seas. It notes American distress and the need for a clear understanding between the United States and Germany.
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Dernberg’s U S Activity Draws High Official Scrutiny
In Washington on May 138 officials note Dr Bernhard Dernburg remains in focus as calls grow for actions to curb his activities. Some suggest informing the German embassy that Dernburg as a German subject is offending the American government and people.
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Vanderbilt quote linked to Lusitania tragedy
London bishop recalls Alfred G Vanderbilt during a Waifs and Scraps Society meeting. He said Vanderbilt faced death and urged his valet to save the children, a moment the world would remember more than his wealth.
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Harmony in Coming Assembly Talks At Governor and Party Leaders
Governor and party leaders discuss harmony ahead of the upcoming assembly session. The talks focus on uniting factions and presenting a unified platform.
Ewing and Hall Meet for Constitutional Convention Talks
Governor Hall and National Committeeman Ewing met with Mayor Behrman City Attorney Moore and Sol Wexler in New Orleans to discuss a harmonious path for the legislature and the proposed convention. The luncheon signaled a pivot toward unity with a Septemberset convention and a plan for 96 delegates. Governor Hall said he favors moving voter registration away from clerks of court citing self interest and timing concerns.
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Smallest Electric Motor Built by College Student
The world’s smallest electric motor, barely reaching under Lincoln’s chin on a one cent piece, was built by H. F. Keeler a Highland Park engineering student in Des Moines Iowa. The armature is under a quarter inch in diameter and the wire is hairline thin. A jeweler’s microscope reveals the parts and the unit weighs twenty grains about a third of a teaspoonful of water. When paired with small dry batteries it runs at high velocity and sounds like a fly on a window pane.
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National Stock Yards Cattle Market Up 25 to 35 Cents
At National Stock Yards Illinois on May 12 cattle in all latter grades advanced 25 to 35 cents from a week earlier. Canners cutters and yearling stock strong, market supported by light receipts boosting prices. Hog trade slow with 5 to 10 cent falls. top at 7.70 while good Southern hogs sold 7.15 to 7.40. Fat sheep strong though thin sheep and lambs weak. National Livestock Commission Company.
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Five Die After Mistaking Wood Alcohol for Grain Drink
In Atlanta on May 14 a group of five people, three men and two women, died after consuming a beverage made from wood alcohol they confused with grain alcohol. Police are investigating the incident as a mass poisoning.
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Mayor Opposes Tax Raise in Monroe
Mayor H D Apaer opposes any increase in city assessments now, arguing Monroe’s tax burden is already high. He notes Alexandria’s lower total assessment and previews a review of city holdings and utilities to determine needs before proposing special taxes.
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Baptists Pledge Over Million for Home and Foreign Missions
The Southern Baptists at their Houston convention pledged to raise 1,065,000 dollars this year for Home and Foreign Missions. Apportionments include Louisiana 12,000, Mississippi 25,000, Florida 8,000, Texas 189,000.
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Grave Events Sought Favor of War Reported in Rome
Reports from Rome indicate grave events sought favor for war. Officials and citizens monitor developments as tensions rise and political leaders weigh responses.
Allies Advance and Europe Holds Tense War Update
Berlin and Paris issue matching statements on French victories at La Bassee Arras as Rome reports pro war demonstrations. King Emanuel reportedly resists cabinet resignation, while Dardanelles dispatches note continued Allied gains without a decisive phase. Western Galicia fighting eases per Petrograd, but Berlin and Vienna push eastward.
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Rioting in Milan as firearms used in political unrest
Reports from Milan indicate serious rioting over the political situation in Rome and Milan with firearms involved. The situation is described as grave.
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Three Americans Die in Yaqui Fight Near Guaymas
Washington reports three American men killed in a clash with Yaqui Indians near Guaymas. The No codes American consul confirms the fatal encounter as details emerge from the border region.
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Jailed Judge in Impeachment Trial
Indianapolis May 14 The impeachment proceedings against Judge Eli H Redman Vigo County Circuit Court now a federal prisoner at Leavenworth for election fraud in Terre Haute will be heard today Mayor Don M Roberts of Terre Haute the ring leader has been impeached A Rockville suit will contest Redman’s election should he be ousted and Governor Ralston will appoint a successor The indictment details frauds in Taylorville precincts tied to Redman and his son the young lawyer Hilton Redman and payments from saloon keepers gamblers and residents to fund a slush fund
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Rhode Island Arbor Day Observance Becomes Compulsory
Arbor Day in Rhode Island is observed today under a new law making the observance mandatory for state schools. Instead of a day off, schools hold special exercises across the state.
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British Ambassador to Spaulding Beverly for Summer HQ
Sir Cecil Spring-Rice the British ambassador to the United States is due in Beverly Massachusetts tomorrow to finalize arrangements for this summer's embassy headquarters. Last year the ambassador's base was in Dublin New Hampshire. Also today in Los Angeles the University of California baseball team sails for Japan to play Waseda Keio and Tokio universities.
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Public Hearing Set on Pacific Telephone Value in Washington
The Public Service Commission of Washington scheduled a public hearing for tomorrow in Seattle on the valuation of Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company plants. The review, a preliminary step to rate regulation, is expected to run two to three weeks. state engineers have spent two years compiling physical inventories.
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Georgia Osteopaths Meet in Cordele Conference
In Cordele Georgia over a hundred osteopaths attend the annual Georgia Osteopaths conference opening today. Noted speakers include Dr. Louisa Burns secretary of the A T Still Research Institute Chicago and Dr. W Banks Beacham of Asheville. Burns will address the convention and later speak to local women on issues of growing girls. Banquet tonight hosted by Dr J W Elliott president of the association.
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Noodles to Be Defined at Public Hearing in Washington
A public hearing in Washington on May 14 examines standards for noodle products including spaghetti and macaroni. The Department of Agriculture and industry groups hear testimony to guide federal and state enforcement of food laws.
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Wilson 1 Commended for Firm Stand on Lusitania Note
Washington notes President Wilson’s firm position as Ambassador Gerard delivers the protest to Germany over the Lusitania sinking and related rights violations. White House silent on details while officials prepare for swift action if Berlin does not comply. News outlets across the U.S. and Europe publicly commend the President.
Market reacts to Wilson note as war rumors unsettle stocks
New York on May 14 reports President Wilson's note to Germany dominating market chatter. The day sees an unsettled stock list with no radical price changes and overall cautious trading despite the tension.
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