Secrets Under Seal of Navy War Advice From Sims
Washington May 13 Secretary Daniels testified before a Senate committee that President Wilson privately pressed Admiral Sims to report candidly on British Admiralty conduct and convoy protection amid submarine danger. Sims urged bold offensive plans and criticized slow convoy protection while warning of fuel and ship shortages.
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Hat market swells as prices spark protests in Havana
In Havana on May 1 the appearance of straw hats dyed black grows as people protest high prices for headwear. Dyers report brisk business, spraying both new and old hats with a black coating to sell more cheaply or appear newer.
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Wilson Receives Envoys and Hints at More Arrivals
President Wilson formally received diplomats Count De Mareluenne from Belgnan and Dr Jacob Varela from Uruguay, whose credentials were delayed by the President’s illness. Other envoys will be heard in arrival order as they present letters.
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Hines to referee central European navigation dispute
Hines, retiring Saturday as director general of railroads, is chosen by the President to arbitrate disputes among European committees on Danube Rhine Elbe and other rivers. Resumption of Danube navigation hinges on decisions, affecting Baltic economies and neighboring states.
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Wilson and Treaty Debate Shapes Senate Vote
Washington May National debate over the peace resolution unfolded in the Senate with Senator Thomas accusing the opposition of dissolving the Democratic party while Senator Hitchcock blamed Republicans for delaying the treaty. Leaders planned a final vote by Friday as talks continued between party leaders.
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Armenia War Report Through Azeri Pushes
London report dated May 11 notes a constantino dispatch to the exchange telegraph alleging Azeri advances in the Armenia conflict. The Atlantic theater activity centers on clashes near border areas with claims of territorial pressure and humanitarian impact.
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Election Plan Before Makers Of Code Today
Springfield May 18 A revised proposal by the suffrage committee aims to limit election days to one in November, with special elections for vacancies on regular election days. It details appointment rules for vacancies and temp appointments, and notes convention action on distinguishing constitutional from legislative subjects.
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Body Of Kansas Man Found In Texas Well
The body of Frank Sutton, a Liberal, Kansas man, was found in a well at Vernon, Texas, with a hatch crushed plate and ropes attached. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of his death after he vanished several months ago.
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Prescriptions In English Urged By Chicago Doctor
Dr Annis Whither Spencer retiring president of the Uni Trome opathic Association urged that prescriptions be written in English rather than Latin. She said patients have a right to know what they are taking at a meeting of the association. The remarks followed mixed notes on pharmaceutical practice.
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Farmers Outline Demands at Party Conventions
May 13 Chicago. Farmers’ organizations plan to urge both major parties to adopt farm-centered planks at their June conventions in Chicago and San Francisco. Led by National Board of Farm Organizations, delegates seek recognition in platforms and to back the party promising the strongest farmer support in the November election. Key demands include bargaining power for agricultural interests, forest conservation to curb print paper and lumber costs, war debt tax fairness by wealthier corporations, and limits on corporate influence in agriculture.
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Senator France Enters G O P Presidential Contest
WALKTINGSPON May 18. Senator France enters the Republican nomination fight amid party moves. He signals willingness to support the primaries and urges party unity and speed in choosing a candidate.
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Fate of Carranza Still Unknown as U S Keeps Watch
Washington reports on the Mexican Revolution show Carranza’s fate uncertain amid claims of capture. Dispatches describe his flight with funds and the movement of rebel forces toward Monterrey and Matamoros. Officials and rebels watch for Palaz oil region actions as key to the outcome. May 13 United States notes progress while Carranza and allies remain unaccounted for.
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Canada Combine Controls Paper Costs Charged
Washington May 13 A combi nator of Canadian manufacturers practically controls the print Paper Market through Canadian Export Paper Limited the Senate committee was told Wednesday by J E Gefnell sales manager of the Interstate Pulp and Paper company He asserted the combination controlled about 75 per cent of Dominion output and that the prices it set were followed by other manufacturers Victor F Lawson publisher of the Chicagola News said his experience had been that the Canadian company prevented competition The News Mr Lawson added was virtually compelled to accept the company terms in purchasing paper Chairman Reed of the committee said as solution of the paper problem would be reached either through agreement among publishers to curtail paper consumption or through an excise tax on print paper recommended by Assistant Attorney General Ames The committee would prefer that the Great Papers of the country solve the problem themselves the chairman added
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Superintendent of Air Line Killed In Plane Crash
OSKALOOSA Iowa May 18 William J Melendliss superintendent of the Chicago Omaha air line division was killed when an airplane he rode in was blown into a tree four miles south of here. The plane had departed Omaha at 11 20 am for an inspection of the proposed air mail route between Chicago and Omaha. Strong winds blew the craft off course, trapping Melendliss beneath wreckage. Johnson Fremont Ohio, injured.
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Bolsheviki Plan Siege To Retake Kiev Reported
An Associated Press dispatch from Warsaw says Bolsheviki forces maneuever east of Raev to retake Kiev. Officials report reorganizing units as fighting continues along the Dnieper with Ukrainian forces in Podolia advancing toward Odessa. Kmiacepol is noted as occupied by enemy troops.
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Rebels Seize Mexico City After Carranza Evacuation
Rebels enter capital with 40,000 troops marching on Mexico City causing Carranza officials to flee. Obregon says revolutionaries aim for constitutional government and free elections with a friendly U.S. policy. Forcing battles continue near Apizaco and Vera Cruz as Carranza's government dissolves.
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