Proclamation Triggers Debate on Irish Draft Abandonment
The New York Times reports Irish press reaction to Lord French's call for 50 000 voluntary recruits seen as signaling the end of conscription. Sinn Fein voices hope the move ends conscription, while concerns focus on promises of land and reliability of government pledges. Strong entities include Freemans Journal and Sinn Fein organ. The piece questions if Ireland will endure proclamations or a constitutional framework amid recruitment efforts.
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Ireland offers voluntary recruits to avert conscription
The Lord Lieutenant issues a proclamation inviting Ireland to supply 30 000 troops by Oct 1 and 2 000 to 3 000 monthly thereafter to maintain divisions. It assures farming will not be disrupted and recruitment will stay civilian, focusing on young townsmen 18 to 27 while older men may serve. The plan aims to keep Ireland free from conscription.
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New Irish Chancellor Named to Ireland Bench
London June 4 Sir James H M Campbell appointed Lord Chancellor for Ireland succeeding John O Brien who retired Ignatius gains peerage. Campbell, Chief Justice of Ireland since 1902, is a close ally of Unionist leader Siward Carson and sits as Unionist MP. Sir Ignatius Tre Wasert reelected as Lord Chancellor by Lloyd George party supports anti-conservative conference resolutions. Dublin reports Sinn Feiners arrests protested at conference.
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Konovaloff to Speak on Russia and Allied Intervention
Alexander Konovalov the former Russian minister of commerce and Kerensky ally arrived en route to the United States to explain conditions in Russia He argues allied intervention led by Japan is necessary to restore order and hasten the war effort He warns delay would bring anarchy and risk the bourgeoisie and socialists seeking Germany help He says intelligent Russians welcome American economic aid seen as disinterested and nonpolitical.
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Draft Dissent Sparks Propaganda Fight In Bronx
Federal papers seek cancellation of citizen papers for Be Pfluger Cooper Union librarian accused of loyalty to the Kaiser. Secret police uncover anti draft propaganda urging resistance and oath renunciation amid New York City boroughs.
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New Don Country Dictator Claims Pro-Ally Rule
In Moscow on May 29 a new Don region government arose claiming to represent Don Kuban Terek Astrakhan and Northern Caucasus under a Krasnoff led anti Bolshevik banner. The proclamation says Germans and Austrians ally with Don forces to fight the Red Guard and restore order as peasant revolts and guerilla bands resist advancing German troops.
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American troops praised as final war force in Bois de Neuilly
The Daily Express editorial from London lauds the American counterattack in the Bois de Neuilly. It calls the United States allied reserves and the pick of American manhood sent by President Wilson to finish the war for civilization. The piece portrays German defeat as imminent and views U S troops as the decisive force to end militarism.
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France Names New Envoys to Cuba Chile Belgium and Norway
Paris June 4 two French ministers named M Pelvincourt retires and is replaced by Andre Gilbert as minister to Chile Adolph E Roussin moves from Havana to Cuba Jules de France named minister to Belgium Lefevre Portalis named diplomatic agent at Cairo Constant V F Bapst named to fill the Norway post Daniel E Chevalley retires and will be replaced by Constant V. F. Bapst
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French Ace Georges Madon Notches Twenty Eight Aerial Victories
Paris reports Lieutenant Georges Madon, famed French aviator, has been credited with twenty eight aerial victories. He previously landed in Swiss territory and was interned but escaped. After a long illness he returned to the front and has downed German planes, including several double kills.
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New Job for Rothermere in Propaganda Role
Lord Rothermere, who recently resigned as Minister for the Air, will take on duties at the Ministry of Information. He will be responsible for propaganda in America, according to the Daily Chronicle's parliamentary correspondent.
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Crowder addresses 1918 draft class as registration nears
Washington reports Provost Marshal General Crowder announces readiness of the registration machinery for nearly 1 million men who reached 21 since June 5 last. He recalls the 1917 poll turnout and urges all eligible Americans to do their duty in the war effort, whether at home or on the battlefields.
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Aid Sweden to Get Grain Amid Tonnage Accord
Stockholm dispatch says 115000000 crowns are arranged by private banks to fund grain imports under a new tonnage agreement. Sweden has already borrowed 550000000 crowns from the State. Delegates plan imports via Washington and London with ships sent promptly. Sweden's Chicago Consulate is supported by a nine member council aiding financial and commercial matters.
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Swedes Face Crop Failure From Drought and Cold
A Stockholm dispatch reports Sweden suffers poor crop prospects due to a long drought and a cold wave, with southern districts at 23 F. Potatoes peas beans grain and fruit damaged, threatening national disaster amid current conditions.
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Bridgeport Girl Kidnapper Sentenced To Auburn Prison
Penrl Ferguson, six years old, of Bridgeport, Conn., was sentenced by Judge Feral Sessions to not less than five years and not more than ten years in Auburn Prison for kidnapping. The case followed the May disappearance of Shirley Jacobus, a five month old, from the home of Mr and Mrs Max Jacobus on West 121st Street. The nurse employed by the Jacobus family was arrested in Bridgeport two weeks later.
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Opposition and enlistment optimism cited in war call
A wartime speech urges public support for the army while recognizing self opposition on new battlefields. It predicts many tomorrow’s registrants will be classified and earn the nation’s enduring gratitude for their services.
Registration Begins At 7 A.M In New York City
Draft registration in New York City opens at 7 AM for the first draft districts with Martin Conboy guiding the process. Authorities expect 55 000 to 60 000 registrants and deploy police and US Marshals to assist. A full report will be telegraphed to Provost Marshal General Crowder tomorrow.
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Warship Accident Kills Sailor in Target Practice
The Navy said a warship mistook the battleship Louisiana for a target during practice amid hazy weather, firing a shell that killed Fireman Moses L. Morgan of Gulf Point, Florida. No further details were released.
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