Four Austrian towns yield to enemy in great drive
News from Washington reports a widespread Austro German offensive with several Austrian towns falling as Italian and Allied forces consider a separate peace. Reports mention Caporetto and other frontier actions with mixed German gains and Russian front counterattacks.
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Special session unlikely in domestic politics flare
The report notes ongoing domestic political focus as President Delton and advisers consider cabinet changes while England faces attention and talk of extra congressional sessions remains unsettled.
Day of War Summary Amid Balkan and Frontline Movements
War report outlines Austrian and German advances near the Adriatic and Aegean fronts with uprisings, naval actions, and attacks near Arras Verona and Gallipoli. It notes Italian entry into the war, Poincare’s telegraph to Emmanuel, and hopes for Allied victories amid heavy fighting and strategic shifts in Europe.
Watchful Waiting Policy On Mexico To Continue
Washington May 25 AP dispatches report Monclova fell to Mexican forces with little resistance while Monterey was abandoned due to ammunition shortages. President Wilson indicates no change to Mexican policy despite Duval West’s recent return and reports suggesting possible embargo actions. West reportedly warned factions lack controlling strength to stabilize the country, urging protection for foreigners and their interests, with Washington awaiting developments before altering policy.
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Monterey
Wilson
Duval West
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Washington
Medici Family Volunteers in Frontline i Politics
May 23 report from Rome says the Medici family has volunteered for the front. Edici and two chamber of deputies members are among those volunteering. One notable member is Gen Giacomo Medici, praised for his role defending Rome in 1843 and later made a marquis by King Victor Emmanuel.
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Lassen Peak Quiet After Brief Smoke Puff
Associated Press dispatch from Redding California notes Lassen Peak produced a few weak smoke puffs early today then settled into quiet conditions, ending a period of activity since Thursday midnight.
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Treaty Between China and Japan Signed At Beijing
Peking May report states a new treaty between China and Japan was signed at 3 PM, granting concessions mainly in industry, railroads, and mines. China complies with terms after a Japanese ultimatum on May 7, with no cession or leasing of territory to third powers in specified districts. Additional notes indicate further concessions in early groups, while Group Five details remain unclear to U.S. officials per Japanese dispatches.
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President Urges U S Neutrality In War Entry Proclamation
A May 26 Associated Press report notes a U S state department proclamation on Italy entering the European War. It cautions American citizens to uphold neutrality, allowing free opinion and commerce while limiting aid to belligerents. It recalls laws on recruiting, outfitting war vessels, and neutral conduct in ports.
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Child Labor Debate Skips Indefinite Postponement Vote
In Madison on May 26 the Socialist faction and allied Republicans opposed repealing the state law on child labor for stone quarry workers. A motion to indefinitely postpone failed 10 to 4, after which the bill was engrossed by 36 to 19.
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Pledges of Support Signed at White House Visit
Several pledges signed by Boy Scouts in uniform to stand by the president were presented at the White House today. President expresses warm appreciation amid the pressurized international situation.
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Korwood
Becker Death Sentence Upheld by Court of Appeals
The New York Court of Appeals upheld the second verdict of death for Police Lieutenant Charles Becker in the Rosenthal murder case. The ruling preserves the trial’s integrity and allows possible gubernatorial clemency or U.S. Supreme Court reversal, with execution likely set for late June or early July.
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Italian Ambassador at Berlin Departs in Silent Farewell
An Associated Press despatch from London reports the Italian ambassador to Germany leaving Berlin. The chancellor declined a farewell call and Foreign Minister advised the envoy to depart discreetly. The ambassador was seen being driven to the railway station through quiet streets this morning.
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Desirability of a minimum wage to be considered
A National Association of Manufacturers convention opened in New York with a two day program. Speakers included William H. Taft and Warren G. Harding. The session examined a minimum wage funded by tax and the impact of the war on European trade and the federal industrial relations commission’s findings on industrial unrest.
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Ohio
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Americans Injured In German Air Bombing Of Venice
AP report indicates no American deaths, but several injured as German planes attacked Venice. An aircraft hovered over the U.S. consulate amid machine gun fire, shell bursts, and falling shrapnel. Local authorities and the state department are assessing casualties and security.
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Rockefeller the Man to Relieve Colorado Strike
Testimony before the Industrial Relations Commission centers on John D. Rockefeller and the Rockefeller Foundation. King defends his impartial Colorado investigation while clashing with Chairman Walsh over questioning and aims to sway public opinion. The exchange foregrounds power of Rockefeller and the American people in shaping labor unrest policy.
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Neutrals Buy U S Goods in Commerce Report
The Commerce Department reports a weekly balance of 19 000 006 dollars, with total balance since the year showing neutrals purchasing United States goods. President Wilson discussed a diplomatic protest over an order in council, asserting American export trade is not diverging amid pressure from European neutrals and belligerents.
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Austria
Thinks Daughter Lives in Disappearance Case
F A Coney, manager of the New York Postal Telegraph office, believes his daughter Grace, a settlement worker, is alive after her disappearance on May 9. He initially hired private detectives, then sought help from Chicago police as Daw son and others assist in the search.
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New York
Postal Telegraph and Cable Company
Grace
Turkish Submarine Sinks Russian Battleship Report
Amsterdam dispatch reports officially that a Turkish submarine sank a Russian warship in the Black Sea. The Berlin wireless says a Russian battleship, possibly Panteles Mon, was sunk with 1,400 lives lost, but there is no confirmation the vessel was sunk by a submarine.
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Goethals Again Witness in Panama Canal Trial
General Goethals testified in the trial of Ascot Sai, a New York tobacco merchant, detailing irregularities in Burke’s department since 1913. He explained the Panama railway’s status as an independent company and its relation to the Isthmian Commission, countering Defense claims that commissions by railway officials were not offenses.
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Germany asks for delay in vote context
Fragmentary report notes a debate on delay and sympathy with American politics. Mentions Lusitania protest and London assent, with references to Washington and future actions. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate diplomatic strain and pending notes among nations.
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Lady Maccabees Elect Wiss Hina W West Lead Team
The Lady Maccabees elected Wiss Hina W West as leader of the Womens Beach Body unit. Elizabeth Brown named Senter commander with Bradford acting past commander Vass Bina Mo We Port Heron appointed mid lieutenant commander Nellie V. Henvert Ak ron reverd kyeuss Francia DL Partridge Port Heron Mich. as fiance keeper Mrs Mo Lassie Hinrichs. Bina M. Witt reelected.
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Constantine Gain Reported Wound Healing in Athens Dispatch
Dispatches from Athens report King Constantine's wound is discharging freely and his temperature has recovered from subnormal to 99. The Greek legation in Washington received the update dated 3 p m that night.
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Europe Should Keep Hands Off Americas Warily Urged at Pan American Meet
A Pan American financial conference session featured Colombia's Dr. Santiago Perez Triana warning against European encroachment and urging inviolability of Western Hemisphere territories. He urged unity, honesty, and a shared defense of territorial rights amid talks on Monroe Doctrine principles. The session included remarks by Allon Hepburn of Chase National Bank supporting Americas unity and mutual prosperity.
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Colombia
Wilton
Hepbern
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Chase National Bank of New York
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Hepburn
Argentina
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Republic of
Wisconsin Couples Wed in Manitowoc Readiness
Wisconsin couples wed in Menominee and nearby towns as ceremonies unite pairs amid community bustle. One groom, a widower, joins Mrs Bertha Munerears at a home near yekesh, with the other couple Leonand Lea Inn tied to Green Bay connections and a waitress from a State restaurant noted among families of the bride.
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Munerears
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Iowa Chief Justice Dies After Sudden Illness
Iowa City May 25 Judge Em bha Metal justice of th lawa sun fed suddenly Apoplery dudee McCain for th teen dean of th: run the university or two years lese of jaw
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Iowa City
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Lawa
Italy Calls Reservists
Italy orders Italian residents abroad to report to the embassy and return home at once as the country mobilizes reservists amid wartime tensions. The Associated Press reports Tendon May 25.
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Tendon
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