German Chancellor Blames Italy in War Speech
Berlin reports Dr. von Bethmann-Hollweg in the Reichstag assails Italy for entering the war. He says Italy violated faith in history and asserts no side threatened Italy. He condemns Italian pretexts about concessions and questions Italy’s trustworthiness in treaties.
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Turks Won't Declare War Against Italy Says Talaat Bey
Talaat Bey the Turkish interior minister told Berlin Tageblatt that Turkey would not declare war on Italy. He said Turkey could wait and questioned Italy's potential actions. He noted Romanian neutrality would stay intact and Bulgaria gains nothing by joining the Allies. The interview also discussed Constantinople and Adrianople, with Bulgarians preferring Turks hold the city to Russians or English.
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Flood situation brightens in Kansas City area
May 28 report says absence of heavy rain eased the flood danger for Kansas City as Missouri and Kansas rivers remained near flood levels. Some tributaries still rising while overall rainfall in the watershed would trigger further overflow risk if renewed.
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California Earthquake Felt Across Bakersfield and Fresno
An earthquake struck Bakersfield at 11 55 tonight with brief duration and no known damage. Reports from Fresno and other towns indicate a light tremor felt there but likewise no damage.
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Constantine Better: King Shows Slight Improvement
Athens May 28 King Constantine's condition shows a slight improvement according to an official bulletin. The update notes no change in general prognosis and confirms continued medical attention at the palace.
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Official Reports Briet bulletins authorized by boards in capitals
May 28 dispatches from Austro-Hungarian and Paris fronts report the Galician battle continuing with Austro German artillery dominance. Przemysl investment proceeds as Russians retreat, with Stry and Medika locations contested. British positions near La Bassée hold after repeated German counterattacks. Allied artillery and infantry prevent German gains and shelling remains intense.
Petrograd Reports Major War Gains in Several Fronts
Official communication says Shavli region forces captured Bubie and over a thousand German prisoners. In Galicia heavy San front fighting continues. Pigany front yielded 6,000 Austrians and Germans and six heavy guns. Elsewhere Radymno area saw enemy gains amid Soviet counter‑attacks. In Constantinople the Dardanelles clash persists with infantry and artillery fire on both sides and actions near Ari Burnu Seddul Bahr and Gaba Tepeh.
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Italy Claims Rome Navy Losses and Turbine Sinking
Italy reports naval actions against Austria with losses including the destroyer Turbine sunk after heavy battle on May 24. Austrian torpedo boat S-20 and destroyers suffered damage. Zeffiro bombarded Porto Buzo. German diversions, submarines, and a dirigible raid are noted. Rome papers praise rapid Austrian penetration but warn defense lines remain strong.
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Twenty Four Hours War Review Condensed From AP Dispatches
A compact recap of the past day in the Great War notes Austro German and Russian forces in Galicia near Przemyśl, with Teutons advancing toward the fortress as Muscovites try to hold. Reports claim battles near Radyma and Gousskow, British progress toward La Bassée, French gains near Ecurie and in Alsace, and ongoing German counterattacks and artillery duels on the western front. Italians report territory gains on the Austro Italian frontier while Dardanelles actions involve allied naval bombardments and limited land fire from Turkey.
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German Article Defies U S Government in Submarine War
London May 29 The Daily Telegraph Rotterdam correspondent reports the Deutsches Zeitung article titled The American Call to German Fear defies the United States. It asserts Germany will continue submarine warfare regardless of threats and refuses to be frightened by America. It argues negotiations would be useless and that American actions cannot deter German warfare against Britain.
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Russians Claiming Success in Caucasus Invasion Report
May 29 dispatch from Petrograd via London says Russian forces in the Caucasus have taken Baslan and Van, seizing 26 guns, war materiel, provisions, and the government treasury. Djulfa dispatch says Armenians welcomed the troops. much of Van was burned but foreigners are safe.
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Strategic value forces hurried retreat and munitions abandoned
The forces, facing pressure, were compelled to retire hastily abandoning their munitions and defensive positions. The retreat underscores strategic value assigned to terrain and the risk of capture or loss of arms as the situation evolved.
Austrian arrests widen in Trent under war fears
Verona reports that Austrian authorities arrested over thirteen hundred people in Trent as suspected sympathizers with Italy and sent them to detention camps. Rome notes measures for air defense should Austrian planes appear, with vigilant coastal and Apennine observation and Italian aeroplane stations at Centocelle and Lake Bracciano ready to engage Austrian airships.
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Germanys reply on Lusitania crisis unsettled wording
On the eve of delivering Germanys reply to the American note, the exact form and phraseology remain unsettled. The proposal defers definite discussion of submarine policy until both sides establish essential facts about the Lusitania sinking and the fate of passengers and crew. Germany contends the decision hinges on whether the ship had proper safety features and whether ammunition aided its destruction while emphasizing readiness to pay compensation for accidents involving neutral ships.
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Germany to deliver reply on Lusitania note today
German officials indicated a formal answer to the American note on the Lusitania sinking will be delivered today. The document reportedly outlines Germany’s stance on submarine warfare and safeguards for civilians and crew transfers, while Washington awaits confirmation of the Nebraskan incident and the Galflight torpedoing.
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Former Austrian minister arrested in political case
London dispatch reports former Austro-Hungarian war minister Moritz Von Auffenburg has been arrested and is described as a serious political criminal. The Frankfurter Zeitung notes his career included minister of war, chief of the general staff and army commander, with later detainment and a imperial title grant cited as grounds for the inquiry.
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Italians Roach Mountains near Brescia May 28 invasion move
Italian troops crossed the frontier via the bridge at Caffaro and advanced against the mountains on both sides of the Chiese river. They aimed for Tione to the north and Riva and Arco to the east. Threats extended from Monte Altissimo on Lake Garda's banks.
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Italian Troops Occupy Grado as War Moves South
Rome reports Italian forces have seized the Austrian town of Grado twenty two miles southwest of Goritz on the Adriatic. An official announcement says the invading troops were enthusiastically welcomed by the local People in the occupied area.
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Army would be prepared for long war says deputy minister
Berlin May 28 deputy war minister told the Reichstag budget committee that supplies of raw materials and textiles are ample and ready for a potential long winter campaign. He asserted none of the army’s efficiency would be impeded by shortages.
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Berlin telegrams quote Von Bernstorff on American pressure
A Berlin wireless dispatch reports a telegram from Count Von Bernstorff claiming the American press grows impatient over U S response to the vote. It cites anger over the Nebraskan sinking and notes warnings to Washington from packers and cotton exporters about England, plus broken unofficial talks with the British embassy.
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For Sale Two Farms Near Augusta Tl 85 and 184 Acres
Two good farms near Augusta Tl listed for sale 85 acres at 95 dollars per acre and 184 acres at 155 dollars per acre. Both have improvements and fencing with woven wire. Wheeler and Jacobs of Golden Illinois handle the listings.
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For Sale or Exchange 819 Acres Near Plain View Texas
For sale or exchange 819 acres of land 18 miles from Plainview Texas. Includes a good house and sheds two wells and a wind mill all fenced. Encumbrance 2900 dollars price 35.00 per acre. Contact Bailey Green Castle Missouri.
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For Rent Six Room House Near Riverview Park
Six room house with summer kitchen and fine yard. Includes water sewer and gas. Excellent location near Riverview Park. Inquire at 830 Chestnut.
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