Balfour Sees U S Will Strike Heavily for Allies
Washington May 24 British Foreign Secretary Arthur Balfour praised American sympathy and support for the Allied war mission. He said the United States has made remarkable gains since entering the war and vowed to contribute decisive force to democracy as the mission ends. He expressed gratitude for American warmth in Washington New York and Richmond and hoped to renew contacts with the Midwest and West. He noted preparations in the United States proceed slowly but will bolster the war effort.
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Captain Delage Killed Chasing German Plane On Somme Front
Capt. Delage head of the U S Flying Corps died near Ham on the Somme front while attacking Germans in a climbing plane. His engine failed as he ascended, the craft plunged, and he was crushed beneath the motor. Major Mitchell and other officials will attend his funeral as part of wartime efforts.
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War Missions Plan U S And Britain Dry Prohibition
The Trimne B Washington May 4 The foreign war missions conferences discuss wartime prohibition planned as a necessity in the United States and England. US likely for easy staged bans starting with distilled spirits and later beer amid grain conservation needs. England expected absolute prohibition by November 1 with gradual steps to ease labor impact.
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Smoke Bombs Screen Liner from U Boats On Ship
Officers aboard the steamship described testing eighteen inch by four inch smoke bombs on the first day at sea. The devices reportedly ignited on water and produced dense clouds that concealed the ship's position from nearby vessels.
Wilson and Pershing Confer on Expeditionary Force
President Roosevelt met with Major General J. J. Pershing to plan the first American expeditionary force for France. The conference was brief and details on departure times for Pershing and his staff were not released.
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Berlin Denies Americans Are Held Against Their Will
Berlin Foreign Office rejects United States claims that Americans are being kept in Germany. Officials say departures are delayed only by routine, with all travelers from Germany and neutral subjects needing police and military permission before crossing the frontier.
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Wilson to Nominate Sims as Vice Admiral
Washington May 24 President Wilson will nominate Rear Admiral Sims to be a vice admiral in recognition of his role commanding American naval forces aiding the Allies in European waters. The decision followed a conference with Secretary Daniels and others.
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Plattsburg Panorama in Sunday Tribune May 27
A full page feature in the Sunday Tribune spotlights Plattsburg Officers Reserve Training Camp scenes with Frances Fisher Byer’s article and Colonel Wolfe interview. Striking embryo officers are shown to illustrate how the nation’s first half million troops are preparing to lead.
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U S Tightens Control on Gold Exports to Japan
The United States Treasury and a bankers committee now regulate outward gold shipments, mirroring belligerent nations. Transfers from New York to San Francisco require Treasury approval for large sums, with Japan-bound gold shipments rising and $3,000,000 slated to depart on the next steamer. The move aims to curb export flows while sustaining raw material imports.
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Senate Cuts Revenue Bill to 1.25 Billion in New Plan
Washington May 24 The Senate Finance Committee tentatively trims the revenue bill to about 1.25 billion tying changes to tax on advertising and a modified profits tax while striking retroactive income tax and second class mail rate increases. The bill’s final form awaits House action and further committee work as President Wilson’s stance is noted.
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Italians Break Line Near Trieste Take 9 000 Prisoners
London May 24 Continuous pressure by Franco British armies on the Western front yields Italian offensive gains and 9 000 Austro Hungarian prisoners near Castagnavizza and Jamiano. British and French actions claim larger territorial gains and morale effects. Rome notes heavy bombardment and rapid Italian advances toward Trieste.
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Pan Germanists warn of revolution over war aims
Advices to the State Department report Pan German Union letters to the Chancellor claim German public bitterness over unclear war aims. The letter warns renouncing victories could trigger a revolution unless the aims match public sacrifice. The Chancellor replies that the government will not preemptively state aims, urging the union to wait. Vorwarts condemns revolution talk as a minority tactic.
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Marshal's Aid Says Joffre and Viviani Won U. S. Army's Help
Paris May 24 quotes a member of Joffre's entourage on how American warmth and aid helped France. The report notes 30,000 troops soon arriving in France and emphasizes U S support during the war effort.
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