Socialists in Wilson Cabinet Draw Fire in Senate
Senate debate on the Overman bill ends with a tirade by Senator Sherman of Illinois accusing President Wilson of surrounding himself with socialists and of misusing authority. He attacks Baker, Wilson, Burleson, and Creel, while Democrats defend the bill’s need for centralized wartime power. The floor limits aim to speed action with thirty minutes per speaker and twenty for amendments.
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League
Navy Chiefs Discuss Big U-Boat Raid
Washington reports that American naval officers anticipate a broader anti submarine offensive after a bold Zeebrugge Ostend raid. Officials note possible mining of Belgian and German coasts with heavy ships and patrols to counter U boat bases and deter German fleet operations.
Curtail Output of Autos in 13 War Plan
Washington April 24 leading auto makers met with fuel administration and war boards to plan a voluntary 75 percent curtailment of passenger car production after July 1, with a 30 percent cut already in force. Final action delayed by some manufacturers not arriving in time. Government aims to shift plants to war work, notably light trucks, to relieve railroad pressure amid chrome and manganese shortages.
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Guatemala Declares War on Germany
Washington reports that Guatemala’s national assembly says Guatemala aligns with the United States against Germany and its allies. The move follows notes between the U S State Department and Guatemala's legation, with relations severed since April last year. The decision is seen as economically significant, targeting German firms in Latin America.
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Chicago Bond Drive Hits Halfway Mark In City Sales
Chicago reports two hundred thousand Liberty bonds totaling 65,636,000 have been sold by Tuesday night, more than half of the city quota of 126,000,000. To meet the drive’s minimum, subscriptions must exceed 5,000,000 from now through the end.
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Liberty Loan pledges surge as campaign nears end
Washington April 24 Messages from treasury offices indicate a record Liberty Loan drive with a likely nationwide reach of minimum goals by week’s end. Reports show districts surpassing quotas, Chicago and St Louis leading, while New York trails at 46 percent. Early tallies: St Louis 100 percent, Chicago 63 percent, Minneapolis over 100 percent. City totals include Cedar Rapids Adrian and Huron with sales and bonds across Michigan Iowa Indiana Wisconsin.
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Turkish Officials Say They Occupy Osurgeti Near Battum
Turkish communication dated April 22 reports fighters moving toward Kars in the Caucasus and declares Osurgeti captured, located 30 kilometers northeast of Battum. The message emphasizes progress in the campaign and the advancing front.
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Stein Claims 100000 Men in Picardy Drive
Berlin reports War Minister Von Stein praised German troops in the Reichstag noting officers show steadfastness unto death. He said losses were normal with many wounded sent back and cited a western drive from Arras to Lafere that netted about 100000 prisoners and 1500 guns. French positions near the Oise Aisne canal were breached and Armmentieres fell with 20000 more prisoners and 250 guns captured. Paris bombardment mentioned as obstacle.
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Senators Fight War on Turks and Bulgars
In Washington on April 24 the Senate debated a possible war declaration against Turkey and Bulgaria. No action was taken as senators weighed resolutions by Brandegee of Connecticut and an alternative by Knox urging President Wilson to clarify if a war against Germany’s allies would be desirable. Speakers pressed that Bulgaria and Turkey be named enemies for their alliance with Germany, signaling dissension about possible war action.
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War Bulletins from London and Paris April 24
British forces gained ground east of Robecq and improved positions around Meteren with several prisoners and machine guns captured. In Hangard En Santerre and Noyon sectors heavy artillery activity continued, but no infantry actions occurred. Eastern theater notes Bulgarian attempts near Vetrenik repulsed and an enemy attack west of Preska checked by artillery.
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British Air Losses and Lens-Albert Action Reported
General headquarters notes British activity between Lens and Albert and a repulse in an attempt to retake ground. The statement adds that in the last two days thirty enemy airplanes were brought down.
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Bombing Machines Active in Aerial War Report
London reports on Monday aerial operations saying nineteen tons of bombs were dropped on various targets. Seven enemy aircraft were shot down or driven down, two balloons destroyed, and three bombs unknown with missing machines. In Chicago, Red Cross hogs reached a record price of 18.50 per hundred as Grinnell farmers donated hogs to form a carload.
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Five Days in a Belgian House Novelty Tale
Five days in a deserted Belgian house are tedious for Lieut. O'Brien. He amuses himself by flashing a broken mirror light at a stray cat across the street and later steals the cat's dinner, a piece of stewed rabbit, as hunger drives him. The tale continues with his grim antics and hunger in wartime captivity.
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Five Obsolete Cruisers Sunk To Block Channel Storm Mole
British naval forces raided Ostend and Zeebrugge targets used as enemy bases. Five old cruisers filled with concrete were run aground to block channels, blown up, and abandoned by crews. The raid achieved a reasonable measure of success with no casualties reported.
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Geddes Explains Plan of Daring Raid on Zeebrugge and Ostend
London April 24 Sir Eric Geddes first lord of the admiralty supplemented the admiralty report on the Zeebrugge and Ostend raid. He praised officers and men who fought through the night and outlined the plan for sinking block ships and landing storming parties while fog and wind aided the operation. He noted losses and claimed the Bruges canal entrance was likely blocked with damage inflicted and high gallantry by all ranks.
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Attempt to Blot out German Submarine Menace of the Sea
British forces plan a bold action to curb German submarine activity from Zeebrugge and Ostend. The operation aims to strike a decisive blow at the submarine bases, with naval and land components coordinating under rising confidence as observers await the outcome. Details and continuation are hinted to appear on the next page.
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