Spies Notify Berlin Before U S Destroyer Arrival
A U S destroyers sailing for Europe were tipped to Berlin four days early, with their port of entry mined on arrival. Admiral Sims warned German espionage remains active, urging editors to guard military details as wartime secrecy and harsh penalties loom for spies.
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No Warships Lost Says Secretary Daniels
Secretary Daniels denied reports of American naval losses and urged calm amid rumors. He pledged frank, rapid updates should any vessels be damaged or lost, and condemned rumors as needlessly distressing to servicemen families and the nation.
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Italians Sweep On Along Southern Front Advances Reach 7.5 Miles
London dispatch reports Italian forces continuing a broad offensive from Playa to the Adriatic. Cadorna’s troops extend a seven and a half mile front on the Corso, seize prisoners, and push toward Trieste with heavy counterattacks by Austria. Monitors and air squadrons aid the bombardment as British and Italian artillery press the line along the Vodice to Monte Cuce area.
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First American Unit At Front On French War Line
Paris reports a combatant corps under Captain E. Tinkham and Lt Scully has pitched camp near the Aisne front to move munitions. The detachment includes Cornell and Dartmouth men, with Yale and Harvard links, under French and American instructors. War Crosses awarded to Harper Heilbuts Liddell for acts of bravery.
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Italian gains near Jumiano push toward Adriatic coast
The report notes Italian forces storming fortified positions north of Jumiano and extending progress along the Jamiano Hrestogizza road toward the Adriatic. Austrian diversion attempts north of the region failed as Cadorna presses south toward Tolmino and Go Fiza, with faster gains unlikely.
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Brazilian Fleet To Police Atlantic Ends Neutrality
Ria de Janeiro May 20 Brazilian Fleet To Police Atlantic decision from Jornal do Comercio to revoke Brazil neutrality in the US Germany war and police the South Atlantic. Foreign Minister backs revocation decree to be sent to the Chamber, which is expected to demand broad government powers amid political tensions. A parliamentary report notes violent debates and includes a purported incident of the Brazilian steam Tijuce torpedoing.
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Goethals Says Wooden Ships Are Impossible
Goethals asserts wooden ships cannot be built yet contracts are promised, but no detailed plans are presented and no timetable is offered.
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Trade War Bill Seeks Enemy Bar and Patents Use
The bill to curb trade with enemy nations was introduced in the House. It would bar Americans from direct or indirect dealings with enemies, authorize seizure and management of alien properties, and allow licenses to use enemy patents through the Federal Trade Commission. The measure targets shipbuilding and war needs, with penalties up to ten years in prison or a 10,000 dollar fine.
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Zeal of U S Sailors Stir British Navy
London report notes American destroyers win praise from the British navy for keenness and eagerness. A senior officer says the flotilla’s work impresses British sailors and could be rewarded soon as U-boat output is analyzed. Casualties in April tied to many subs at sea, with June expected to bring new British offensives.
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Fond du Lac Dean Quits Socialist Party
Rev. B J Bell, dean of St Pauls Cathedral Episcopalian, resigns from the Socialist party in Fond du Lac. He cites opposition to wartime policies that align with Germany Austria and Hun confederacy ideals and states he favors industrial democracy and internationalism.
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Lloyd George praises American aid in submarine fight
Premier Lloyd George told the House of Commons that British gains against submarines grew in May and urged total national effort. He lauded American destroyers, stressed continued duty, and warned the German submarine strategy remains unsafe.
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5 400 000 Tons Sunk Since 1914 French Deputy Declares
Paris May 20 Deputy Jules Cels caused a scene in the Chamber of Deputies during the submarine warfare debate by presenting navy figures showing merchant ships totaling 5 400 000 tons sunk since the start of 1915. He cited quarterly merchant marine data and criticized the ministry before the chamber voted to continue the discussion in secret.
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Prussian Finance Discusses Bachelor Tax Policy
Berlin May 0 The Prussian Ministry of Finance reviews a proposed bachelor tax with a possible plan to impose it. Unclear details remain as officials weigh the measure amidst fiscal considerations.
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