War Bill Approved in Senate War finances bill passes unanimously in Senate
The war finance bill authorizing seven billion dollars in securities, the largest single war budget, cleared the Senate after seven hours of debate. It provides a three billion dollar loan to allies, aims for quick executive action, and faced minimal opposition aside from Senators Borah Cummins and Kenyon praising strength while voicing cautions about foreign indebtedness.
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Congressional Rush to Pass Selective Draft Bills
In Washington on April 18 President Wilson and Secretary Baker urged rapid action on the administration war army bill with a selective draft provision. Baker testified before the house military committee while Wilson met with Chairman Dent and leaders Mann and Lenroot. Senate backing grew, with proponents arguing four class drafts and expansion of exemptions, while opponents urged volunteers. The administration pressed to force openness on supporters and to align war plans against Germany.
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White House Garden to Boost Food Production
Washington April 18 The White House plans a garden on half an acre of vacant downtown land with President Wilson possibly hoeing in his spare moments Secretary Tumulty secured Justice Department permission for gardening uses Department of Agriculture will help select seeds and a formal ground-breaking is set for Thursday or Friday before the President likely takes part in the event.
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General Election Danger Removed in London Vote
The House of Commons approved the extension of Parliament to November by 286 to 52 on second reading. Nationalists opposed, arguing no home rule solution has been announced. Andrew Bonar Law said no solution aids the war, while Premier Lloyd George delayed stating government intentions until next week and predicted favorable atmosphere in Ulster for settlement.
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Whitman to aid Teddy's war plans in state militia
Albany November April is Col Theodore Roosevelt may have any military commission which Gov Whitman has the power to confer, the executive announced. He said no other living American would attract by his leadership so many men to the colors, noting the commission is valid only within the state and federal recognition is not his to determine.
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Suffrage Amendment Fails in Pennsylvania Legislature
Harrisburg PA April 15 The proposed suffrage amendment to the Pennsylvania constitution was defeated in the lower house Tuesday, short by three votes of the required total.
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Mexican envoy received in Washington after Mexican upheaval
Tynaidio Bonillas the first Mexican ambassador to be received in the United States presented credential letters from Gen Carranza to President Wilson and was formally accepted as diplomatic representative in the de facto government The exchange touched on hopes for peace and the aim to restore constitutional order in Mexico by May 1 The President stressed friendly relations and equal protection for American citizens and property in Mexico and urged a stable government that upholds international obligations and justice for all nationals.
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Bituminous Miners Win 20 Percent Wage Increase
A conference of representatives of bituminous coal miners and operators in New York announced the adoption of a sub committee's recommendation granting an average 20 percent wage increase to 225,000 miners in Ohio western Pennsylvania Indiana and Illinois.
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Saloons go wet or stay dry in Illinois and nearby towns
Illinois towns on April 18 voted on saloon status under local option law. Danville and Effingham went dry, while Pana stayed wet by 217, and West Chicago and Elmhurst split wet and stay wet or dry across DuPage and surrounding counties. Many towns reported mixed results with notable margins and gender splits in some cities.
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Mme Sarah Bernhardt Under Surgeon's Knife
The famed French actress Mme Sarah Bernhardt underwent a surgical operation at Art Sta hospital late Tuesday night. Dr Leo Buerge performed the procedure to treat a condition causing inflammation and redness, and Bernhardt is reported to be in a delicate condition afterward.
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Oriental bugs and decent home goods for sale
Genuine Oriental rugs offered in The Wig Want columns daily. Find bargains in beautiful Rugs and home furnishings for the home. Water Cheese columns carry notices of daily interest and encourages readers to use them themselves.
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U S Destroyer Reports Submarine Contact Off Atlantic Coast
Boston April 18 United States destroyer Smith reported by radio that an enemy submarine tried to torpedo her 100 miles south of New York. The Navy weighed possible misinterpretation of a fish wake as a torpedo and noted a rigid patrol off the Atlantic coast. Additional reports awaited from Boston and Washington as officials considered the incident.
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Dinner in Honor of Balfour Commission in Washington
Washington April 1x A dinner in honor of the British commission to the United States headed by Lord Balfour is planned to be hosted by President Wilson soon after the commissioners arrive. Arrangements and other features will be announced today as the group contemplates conferences with the National Defense Council. Movements of the British and French commissioners will be kept secret for safety until assured.
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Desire Peace Says Zeitung Amid Turbulent Words
The newspaper fragment from Amsterdam notes tension over peace rhetoric and mentions Germany and the tyrannical order. It calls for a democratic state and rejects terror and threats while urging restraint in wartime discourse.
Canadian Troops May Cross States
Ottawa reports permission granted by United States for Canadian troops to pass through Maine on the Canada Pacific Railway and through Minnesota on the Canadian Northern line between Canadian points, allowing movement across the two states.
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French Complete Breakthrough From Soissons to Rheims
Paris April 18 French forces pressed along a 25 mile front from Soissons to Rheims in a major western offensive. They captured the village of Auberive and over 2,500 prisoners on a section east of the Searquet area, while repelling German counterattacks. The battle extended to Craonne and the southern sector near Berry AuBae as the French advanced with strong artillery support and encircled portions of the German line.
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War Moves in America In Senate and Navy Action
Revenue bill passes the Senate by unanimous vote with 83 affirmatives and a required conference before final passage. Senate military committee completes army bill with selective draft features. Chairman Chamberlain expects report today essentially unchanged. President and cabinet discuss food price controls and reception plans for British and French commissions. Secretary Daniels reports steps to defend the coast from U boat danger. lookout on destroyer Smith allegedly attacked, later attributed to a false sighting. McAdoo holds informal talks with the advisory council and J P Morgan on methods for a large bond issue.
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