Wilson Johnson speech vows strict Kaiser accountability
President Wilson calls for unified effort and clear will of the people to guide wartime decisions. He emphasizes democracy's strength and the public duty to respond to the crisis as he honors veterans and reflects on the nation’s resolve in the face of German aggression. He is joined by Army and naval leaders in Arlington Cemetery remarks.
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Duty of Leaders in Democracy and German Note Text
Wilson argues that national duty arises from a wide public will and that leaders must reflect the people’s conscience in action. In Washington on May 31 the official German note text is released, differing in wording from last night’s dispatch but not in substance. The omission of the word undoubtedly regarding Lusitania’s guns is noted as signaling Germany’s certainty about its information.
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Taft Reacts to Germany Reply With Silence
Mew Maven Conn May 81 The only comment Taft would offer on the German reply to Wilsons letter was to think not to reply as the German governments irresponsive and noneloquent.
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Zeppelins Scare London Suburbs
The official press bureau reports sightings of Zeppelins near Tamagate on the Kent coast and in outlying districts east of London. Fires are noted as possibly connected, with authorities preparing public safety measures and advising readers to await official word on any new airship activity over the London area.
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Columbia Joins Sing Sing in Education Reform
Columbia University and Sing Sing prison join to educate inmates and guide their reentry into society. Wroters-Willegam leads Teachers College and Dean Viebert coordinates plans developed by Dr James Egbert and experts to train staff, expand courses, and place educational directors at prisons nationwide.
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War Thrill Stirs City to New Pride in G. A. R.
A Memorial Day parade and review by Grand Army of the Republic veterans drew thousands to Riverside Drive and cemeteries. Henry S. Breckinridge, assistant secretary of war, urged peace through strength while veterans hailed the past and pondered what next Memorial Day might bring.
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Note an insult and a quibble says U S press
Across American newspapers a debate unfolds over Germany’s reply to the Lusitania crisis. Some urge immediate action while others favor patient policy with explanations. Editorials dismiss the note as a time buying ploy and a retreat from responsibility.
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Wilson to Press Duty and Dignity in Lusitania Crisis
President Wilson plans a firm US stance in the international crisis. He will swiftly reject Germany's technical challenge on visit and search rules and issue a note detailing the Lusitania facts. The United States will demand strict accountability for all high seas rights violations and keep clear intent to act if needed.
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Congress May Be Called In Extra Session
Washington May 31 An extra session of Congress may be required to prepare the nation for any eventualities if Germany breaks diplomatic relations as urged by a group of senators and representatives. The majority expect war would follow. a minority hopes Germany will concede. President Wilson is to meet with his Cabinet to chart a course, while Count von Bernstorf has a pending interview with the President.
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