German Drive Opens Western Front Attacks Between Rheims and Soissons
London May 27 German forces renewed heavy assault along a 40 mile front from Rheims to Soissons and in Flanders between Locre and Voormezeele. Paris reports heavy bombardments and cautious Allied resistance as Germany seeks a decisive punch to push toward the Channel ports and Paris, with Allied lines portrayed as solid but pressed at key sectors. The drive targets the Montdidier salient area and the Oise and Aisne river lines, while Allied positions inland are described as strong and prepared for counter effort.
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Wilson demands swift war tax laws before Congress
President Wilson appeared before Congress to push immediate passage of new war tax measures to fund the war effort. He urged eliminating politics, warned against profiteering, and insisted taxation on incomes and profits be fair and prompt. He pressed Congress to stay in session until the bills are enacted.
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Wood will not accompany division to Camp Funston
Major General Leonard Wood will not accompany his division when it moves overseas but is expected to command the department of the war with headquarters at San Juan. The Associated Press reports the change in assignment, detailing Wood’s shift from Camp Funston Kansas to San Juan area command.
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Freight yards to handle 800 cars near Canton
Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad officials announce freight yards south of Canton will be completed by May 1. The yards will cover about two miles and include fifteen racks capable of handling 800 cars.
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Wheellig and Lake Erie Railroad
War Savings and Thrift Stamps Offer Strong Savings
The message touts War Savings Stamps and Thrift Stamps as the most secure and effective savings opportunity presented to the people of the nation, emphasizing safety and maturity as key strengths.
German hamster kingpin nabbed in Berlin raid
In Berlin police found a hoard of foodstuffs including 200 pounds oatmess 250 pounds barley groats 65 pounds wheat flour 56 pounds honey 14 hams and 120 pounds of other provisions. The man was fined 5400 marks and his goods seized.
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When and how 21 year olds must register
All male persons born between June 6, 1896 and June 5, 1897 must register on Wednesday, June 5, 1918, between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., at the Local Board office or another designated place. Register in person, fill and certify the card, mail to the home Local Board with a self addressed stamped envelope for the certificate, and consult the Local Board if unsure. Nonregistration is a misdemeanor with up to one year imprisonment and possible induction.
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Horses Saved Return to Front Warned by Official Report
London skilled veterinary work for the British Army aided returning wounded horses to duty. An official report to the House of Commons estimates losses at over 125 million pounds. In Liverpool, U S forces receive free access to city baths with three pools, a privilege likely used by military and naval personnel.
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House of Commons
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Cornel
Swiss to Fire Rockets If Airmen Invade Swiss Airspace
According to German newspapers the Swiss government plans to use special rockets from frontier guards to warn belligerent pilots who mistakenly enter Swiss territory. Pilots warned are to turn back promptly.
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Amsterdam
German offensives slow as Belgian troops resist
The latest reports from France and Belgium note limited German progress. Allied forces, including Belgian troops, claim fresh victories as they repulse Teuton attacks on multiple sectors. The German push northwest of Kemmel began after a heavy bombardment at 4:30 am, while activity persists between Arras and Albert with no infantry movements reported by 10 am.
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Associated Press
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Arras
Albert
Shipping Increase Is Effective June 25
Washington May 27 To meet wage increases and higher costs of coal the Director General ordered railroad freight rates up 25 percent and passenger fares up to three cents a mile from about two. The plan could add 80 to 900 million dollars in rail revenues next year, the largest rate rise in railroad history. The freight rise takes effect June 25 and passenger hikes from June 10, with standard sleeping and parlor car trips charged 3 cents extra per mile and Pullman increases unchanged. Commutation and suburban rates rise 10 percent. electric interurban fares unchanged. Excess baggage charges grow. some rate classes are discontinued. stopovers and side trips are curtailed. Boat and river traffic will mirror rail increases. export and import rates are canceled in favor of higher domestic rates.
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Ame
Milleday
United States
Wilson
Naval patrol to halt WW. work on Alaskan coast
Associated Press reports a naval patrol off the Alaskan coast has been established to forestall agitation by leaders of the Industrial Workers of the World. The move, announced in Washington on May 27, aims to maintain order amid wartime tensions and labor activity.
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Industrial Workers of the World
Casualty List Adds Nine Killed In Action In War
The Associated Press reports nineteen homes listed as casualties with nine killed in action. Jerry A. Brown of Columbus Ohio reported missing in action. A separate item notes a threshing bee in Fairfield county where the U S Food Administration confiscated 2 000 bushels of wheat from William Doering for food law violations and that 140 rats were killed by threshers, with experts noting a rat could consume 40 60 pounds of food in a year.
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Food Administration
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