Wealthy Germans Targeted Amid London Tensions
A wave of threats and violence sweeps London against Anglo-German elites. Notable figures like Edgar Speyer and Sir Sivisaiund Neumang seek protection as homes and art holdings are risked. Police mobilize special constables to guard property, while rumors swirl of depots in the Tower of London and possible financial retaliation tied to national bank actions.
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Londss
Lunilun
Dear Speyer
Sehrovider
Sivisaiund Neumang
Sid Chude Hamilton
Forer
Fician
Razon Sukroes der
Reny Tay
Bevne
Arnun Thiuaran
Park Lane
Yelle Schuster
Ao Air Rela
London
Tower of London
Madoo Files An Answer In Riggs Bank Case
Washington May 16 The governments answer to the Riggs National Bank injunction suit outlines removal of the “Hid” from the bank and alleges treasury officials misconduct and political influence. Affidavits by bank examiners and officials are filed supporting motions to dismiss the bank’s complaint naming Secretary McAdoo Comptroller Williams and Treasurer Burke as defendants. The filing describes basis for the department action as a campaign of persecution and conspiracy to injure the bank.
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Washington, D.C
Riggs National Bank
Treasury
Treasury Department
Nations City Bank of New York
Riggs Bank
Wiliam G. McAdoo
Secretary of the Treasury
John Skelton Williams
Dernburg Signals He Will Not Leave United States
Washington reports Count von Bernstorff confirmed Dr Bernhard Dernburg, Germanys unofficial envoy, plans to stay despite pressure after Lusitania sinking. Dernburg says he acts as a German not an official, denies embassy comment or threats, cites British sympathizers and profiteers as driving pressure. He notes no need to flee and will leave only of his own accord if he does.
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Washington, DC
Count von Bernstorts
Bernshard Dering
William
United States
Borstartt
Borhatert
Voller
Union States
de Nernburg
Ret Cross
Itz
Klile
Demhuee
New York
Bermihard Dernburg
Hay
Lusitania
Teulon
Washington
Tain
Tishan
Dernbure
Tas
Fia
Dernburg
Berlin
Atay
Guslaila Oy & Sermatn
Gerrie
Vassteho Feltweto
Shy
Laho
Amrousttion
Cai
Ander
Berliner Post
Wilson
Germany
Westminster Genette
America
Pall Mall Gazette
John Caten
Gaiehna
Washington, U
Ghrard
Foreion
Tas Vorstecha Zeitung
Herith
Unite States
Bernhard Dernburg
Gerard
Tare Youdegow
Smibrleter
TRS
Senking
Gerard Haw
Soerlury Bryan
Wrahington
Great Britain
Ger- Mens
Paasenger
Voxsische Zetung
Aatser
Iia
Lusitanis
Berl
Wossische Zeitung
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Hhis
Gipleakure
Inruburg Actea
Count von Bernatorf
Dr. Dernburg
Department of Justice
Bavame Smarg
White House
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Bassy
Dernbury
Count von Byrbsterrr
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Clausen
Hau
Knoch
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Mhonate
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Taira
Bryan
Department of Site
London
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Gerara
Benny
State Department
Pu Hng
Oneland
Rome
Wacerta
Cannes
Anbassador
Page
Binto Department
Takad
Gungestienlon
Talisn
Two Are Killed in Auto Accident in Dallas County
Dr V V Davis and his five year old son Harlan were instantly killed when their auto collided at a grade crossing with a Watt Worth interurban baggage car near Grind Prairie in Dallas county. Mrs Davis and the boy were en route to visit relatives. Landry driver of the other vehicle may have been fatally injured.
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Dallas
Trx
Drs
V. V. Davis
Harlan
JO. Landry
Grind Prairie
Dallas County
Leear Landry
German Voices On Lusitania Sinking War Debate
The piece recounts international editorials reacting to the Lusitania disaster. It cites German and British outlets debating responsibility, neutrality, and the implications for U S policy, while condemning or defending actions at sea and urging protective measures for civilians aboard ships.
No Salute for the President Arrives at Old Point Comfort
President Wilson lands at Old Point Comfort in a Mayflower launch from the Mayflower. He spends two hours at the country club area and departs for New York to review the Atlantic fleet. He declines salutes and refuses to split the ship from its escort.
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Norfolk
Wey
Wilson
Old Point Comcart
Hampton
Datmpton Country Club
O'Lock
New York
Mort Monmwe
Pavey Grayton
City of Hospitals Paris Describes War Time Transformation
A May report from Paris outlines how Beckenheimerstrasse area houses have been converted into military hospitals. Ambulances shuttle wounded soldiers day and night from the railway station to the clinics while clinics fill hotels with medical staff and patients. The city exudes a depressing atmosphere from the constant carbolic odor and diverting medical routines.
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Paris
Froitfurt
Fetter
Ives
Beckenheimerstrasse
Hiewitats
Note Handed to Germany and U S Pressure Rise
Washington notes a mix of official views on Germany and the Lusitania crisis as Ambassador Gerard’s delivery of the note to Berlin complicates with a delayed reply. Officials push for restraint while considering arbitration, with Dernburg’s departure signaling a shift in German stance.
Salandra returns as Italy stalls on cabinet formation
In Rome King Victor Emmanuel confronts a political deadlock as Signor Mares declines to form a new cabinet and Antonito Salandra is restored as premier. Widespread protests erupt in Italy over war versus revolution while authorities guard key sites and thousands voice support for war with Austria.
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Rome
Signor
Mares
Chamber of Deputes
Victor Emmanuel
Salaudre
Belandra Minalning
Vicwr Emmanual
Salandre
Antonito Salandra
Italy
Victor Emmaguel
Salandra
Austria
Cablrut
Taly
Salanora
Gers Nan Hhope
Bor- Ghene Suyeve
Chamber of Deputies
Naples
Malan
Prince von Budow
Speciel Anger
Rose
May Mean Monopoly in Trans Pacific Shipping
London reports ongoing talks between the British foreign office and Washington over the United States seaman act. The law, soon in force, will hit ship owners worldwide and could push American mercantile marine toward discontinuation or transfer to the Chinese flag. Japanese lines may gain a trans-Pacific monopoly as a result.
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London
British Foreign Office
State Department
Washington
Congress
West
United States
England
American Mercantile Marine
Scarce Supper and Gold in German War Effort
May 11 Berlin reports scarce supper and gold for war needs. Copper is supplied by French shell casings behind German lines. gold is rare, motors are mostly front lines, weathered by shortages. Horses are scarce. oxen pull heavy vehicles. some fields hospitals repurpose old carriages. Holland’s exports and Dutch policy loom as Antwerp’s pork part.
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Berlin
Belgium
Holland
Proud Father to Cell Parts and Gallant Son Mentioned
Bernard, 52, faced charges of drunken disorderliness and assault on police after a day of local pride. His son had been twice mentioned in dispatches for gallantry, prompting public display and a patriotic film at a local venue. Police intervened to restore order as the day ended with heightened emotion.
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Ente
Bernard
Aplendia News
Seien
Polly Surmard
Evita
Death of a Son Shocks Paris Court Ten Day Arrest
A fragmentary report from Paris recalls a tragedy as the court orders ten days detention in the wake of a son’s death. Officials indicate the case involves a court martial context and pending actions.
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Paris
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