Notable statesman Joseph Choate dies at 85 in New York
The former U S envoy to Britain and famed lawyer Joseph H Choate died at his Est sixty third street home after a heart attack. He was 85. Choate, active in foreign missions and host to diplomatic guests, left behind a wife and three children and was remembered as a grand old man of the nation. He had recently hosted French and British missions and spoke at a Waldorf Astoria dinner for them.
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Hollweg Seeks Peace by Appealing to Labor
A German peace gesture in the Reichstag is expected to address Russia and wartime unrest. Hollweg seeks to appease Social Democrats, temper the army's energy, and use labor as a factor in pushing for early peace while America and Britain align on the broader goal.
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War Minister Resigns Over Grave Sin Amid Turmoil
Genkon, minister of war and marine in the Provisional Government, resigns after condemning the situation as a grave sin. In a letter delivered to Premier Loof, he cites army weakness and government power erosion. The message references decades of activity with the Octobrist faction and mobilization efforts, and notes attempts to maintain defense and liberty.
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Britain rejects Austrian peace pledge in Commons
In the House of Commons John Annan Bryce urged a declaration that no peace with Austria would be made. Andrew Bonar Law denied a separate peace, noting Germany's aim to detach allies and warning against any move that could weaken the coalition.
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Allies Prepared to Furnish All Arms for Roosevelt Force
Washington May 14 Allies in Washington inform the President that France and England will supply equipment for any Roosevelt force for immediate front service. The offer covers rifles and field artillery, while preferring French or British rifles to avoid transport issues with American ammunition. Allies seek rapid deployment without delaying other troops.
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U S Ships for Britain to Join U S Registry
The Shipping Board announced Britain would turn over about 1,000,000 tons of steel ships now being built in the United States for British interests to U S registry. Total tonnage under construction for Americans and British exceeds 3,000,000 tons, with faster production urged to support Allied food transport and an American army in France.
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Turkey Opens Talks With Russia on Neutrality Strait Pact
The Idea Nazionale reports Turkey has made overtures to Russia via a neutral source seeking a parate peace. The terms would allow unrestricted navigation of the strait for war and commerce, with Turkey offering friendly handling of Armenian questions and recognition of nationalities.
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War Reports on German West Front Losses Estimated at 400000
On page 4 the newspaper highlights official war reports estimating German forces on the West Front have suffered 400000 losses. Additional war news accompanies the summary of fronts, troop movements, and strategic updates.
Ford Favors Big Tax On Excessive Incomes
In Detroit May Henry Ford said he supported a big tax on excessive incomes to fund the war. He expressed war sorrow for the youth going to battle, but argued big business should not bear none others’ share and that those earning high incomes should contribute a liberal portion to government support.
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Berlin Socialist Seized On Treason Charge
A prominent radical Socialist of Berlin has been arrested on treason charges linked to distributing tents and urging a May Day strike. The Lokal Anzeiger reports authorities may proceed against leading party members, including Reichstag members, for their activism in this matter.
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Wheat Trading Halted As Prices Plunge In Board Action
Chicago May 14. Wheat prices fell 23 cents a bushel after the Board of Trade halted all new buying for future delivery for 48 hours and fixed maximum settlement prices for July and September contracts at 2.76 and 2.45. The halt prompted a tumultuous pit, with brokers rushing to close deals before a market pause, while exchanges coordinate with major grain centers to curb runaway prices during the war. The action also curbed May corn and oats trading and pushed plans for indemnities and puts and calls as a stabilizing measure.
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Wilson Will Name War Cabinet Soon
From Washington May 14 President Wilson will name a war cabinet within the next few days officials say closely connected with the White House. As food controller it is said the President will make Herbert Hoover. Other probable selections are Bernard M Baruch and Daniel Willard. The more senior members urge him to add special war portfolios to the cabinet.
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U S Acts to Clean Out German Spies
Federal authorities launched aggressive actions to disrupt the German secret service in America based on information from Rudolph Flamindinghe. He is jailed in Los Angeles and is said to have supplied agents that may lead to arrests across ten districts. The spy ring reportedly used coded mail and telegraph communication via messengers.
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Spy Bill Passes Senate with Censorship Omitted
In a wary wartime session, the Senate approved the espionage bill 77 to 6 after removing the censorship provision. Senators La Follette and Lodge led opposition to press restraint, arguing against government boards controlling news. The measure grants broad embargo powers and aims to unify war policy, while House critics signal ongoing conference battles.
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