Collision With French Cruiser City of Athens Tragedy
A fogbound collision between a ship and the French cruiser City of Athens led to many injuries and the sinking of the City of Athens within minutes. Survivors recount the sudden blast, chaotic deck scenes, life boat escapes, and rescuers amid wreckage as lists of passengers and missing sailors are reported from Boston and New York to Buffalo and beyond.
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Kip
Athens
A. C
Maty
Bodsemer
Mobile
Alamn Cadron
New York City
Edward Savannah
Isaac Dalsoll
Wson
N. J
C. A. Denk
Brook PN
B. J. Graham
M. Green
Astoria
N. Y
Holttan
Hyde Park
Mass
Neil
James J
Morristown
N.J
N- W. Lil
J. P
L. Jegon
L. Itier
LeReste
E. Hermes
Y. Herfe
Miss
Bitor Charged With Libel In Arizona Controversy
Allen B. from Arizona, a Republican national committeeman, is out on bond after a warranted arrest tied to libel allegations. Governor Hunt and local figures amid a political crisis surrounding Jaynes and the state defense council.
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Ona
Ioenix
Ariz
Allen B
Arizona
Hunt
Jaynes
N. Campbell
State Council of Defense
Board of Health
Acsee
Jaynesmés
Jiff
Bond
Investigate Aircraft Program Prompts Justice Probe
Washington May 2 The department of justice will investigate alleged criminal acts tied to the aircraft program. Senator Hitchcock declared the investigation may occur as the military affairs committee presses for answers, criticizing the former aircraft board over the liberty motor and Packard deal. Senator King urged action if probes are not pursued. senators Brandegee and Poindexter voiced concerns over destroyed evidence and accessory liability.
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Washington
Department of Justice
Senate
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Chamberlain
Military Affairs Committee
Brandegee
Aircraft Board
Liberty Motor
Packard Motor
Packard Company
Hall
California
Packard
Wash
King
Utah
Poindexter
Post War Trade Committee Recommends Joint Control Over Imports
London May 2 The post war trade committee led by Lord Balfour says a universal export ban on present enemy countries after the war is impractical though the Paris resolution can be enacted if allies agree on joint control of certain imports. It urges a postwar reconstruction body and possible centralization of private orders, with licensing to permit restricted exports for a year and priority for allied needs. The panel also notes possible government purchase of raw materials and immediate negotiations with allies on joint measures for prohibited commodities.
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London
Lord Balfour
Paris
New England Milk Commission Threatens to Resign
The New England regional milk commission warned it would resign if contractors and producers do not halt bickering and reach a definite May to June price agreement. Chairman Philip L. Allen of Walpole announced resignations would be sent to Washington within 24 hours unless an accord is reached to curb milk waste and reduce consumer costs.
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New England Regional Milk Commission
Boston
Philip L. Allen
Walpole
Washington
Shipping Board
Emergency Fleet Corporation
Hurley
Ballin
Dougherty
Health in Army Camps Reports Pneumonia Death Toll
The surgeon general reported 167 army troops died of pneumonia in the week ending April 26, with total deaths 251, down from 278 last week. Camp Gordon had 21 deaths, 18 from pneumonia, while the aviation section saw ten pneumonia deaths. The national army bore 113 deaths, and overall health conditions show improvement despite rising pneumonia prevalence.
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Washington
United States
Camp Gordon
Atlanta
National Army
Greek Reservists Called in Athens May Amid Confusion
Greek authorities announce mobilization of reservists in Athens as part of a wartime effort. Reports show four classes of recruitment, with unclear divisions between regulars and reserve units and ongoing government statements seeking calm amid concerns of broader escalation.
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Athens
German Spy Arraigned In High Profile Case
Carl Rodiger, identified as a German navy lieutenant commander, faces arraignment next Wednesday on espionage charges in New York. Federal agents press to build a case alleging a military venture against Great Britain. Also detained are Mme De Victoria's maid and secretary Margaret Sullivan, Rhoda Erdman the Yale biologist, and Professor Richard Goldschmidt linked to the University of Munich.
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New York
Carl Rodiger
United States
Hitchcock
Rodiger
Great Britain
Mme. de Victoria
Margaret Sullivan
Rhoda Erdman
Yale
Richard Goldschmidt
University of Munich
Baron Goto's Statement Praised by Allies
London May 2 foreign minister Baron Goto announced Japan would stand by its allies and seek friendship with China. The Times hailed the move as wise, loyal, and helpful to neutrals amid German falsehoods. Deserters from Austro-Hungarian forces fled to Italy as Bavarian and Czech troops defected, fueling Italian fears of Slavic influence.
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Japan
London
Tokio
Baron Goto
China
Times
Russia
After Three Years Kidney Trouble Ad Run
After three years many men and women are sick and unaware. Kidneys filter waste from blood and when weakened cause backache pains in sides and groins swollen joints and rheumatic feelings. W B Moss of Ogden Arkansas reports Foley Kidney Pills relieved him after eight years.
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W._B. Moss
Ogden, Ark
Foley
Vocational Bill Must Be Revised In Senate Debate
Washington May 2 A joint senate house committee continued debate on a vocational training bill for wounded soldiers with wide views on whether military or civilian authority should govern rehabilitation. Surgeon General Gorgas urged a clearer military role while federal vocational board members favor civilian control, citing Canada’s closer military civilian cooperation and concerns that soldiers may shun training under strict military discipline.
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Washington
Senate
House
Gorgas
Federal Vocational Board
Canada
U S Bond Subscriptions Reach Record Milestone
Washington reports the United States has mobilized a vast war loan army with about 12 million liberty loan subscribers and an expectation it could reach 20 million. Official totals show bonds totaling 2 579 070 400 at April 30, with a 122 million increase. War bond drives push monthly payments and small denomination sales nationwide. Austrian Press Attacks Hungary Over Food. Innsbruck mass meeting seeks help from Budapest or Germany. Navy League opposes any home rule for Ireland’s ports and railways. conscription and home rule held in abeyance by government.
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Washington
United States
Treasury Department
Wilson
Hungary
Copenhagen
Austria
Arbiter Zeitung
Vienna
Innsbruck
Budapest
Germany
Navy League
London
Daily News
Happenings in this viginty twenty five years ago
A compact column recalls local events from 25 years ago including a tribal anniversary, music from improvised instruments, a potential western tax shift, early closing of a Portland store, plentiful river shad with high pedler prices, Italians arriving, a mast mishap on the Idle Hour, hotel expansion, a Main street wheel loss, a Chicago banquet attended by General Jamieson, NYNH&H Stock holders, Band Master Stack visiting, Roger Kennedy signing Schuyler Electric teamning, residents returning from Florida, and Captain Daniel Arnold aboard a copper ore schooner at Bergen Point.
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I. O. Red Men
Charles W. Hubbard
Cuba
Charles H. Bell
Portland
Connecticut
Old Country
Widgeon
George A. Chafee
Rufus Addison
Main Street
Rufus
General Jamieson
Chicago
C. M. Jarvis
Morris
N. Y
N. H
Boston
Henry G. Hubbard
Joseph Williams
John P. Stack
Roger Kennedy
Schuyler Electric Co
J. H. Russell
Orlando
Fla
Frederick Dickerson
Daniel Arnold
Bergen Point
N. J
Maritime Transport Conference Concludes in London
London May 2 The inter allied committee on maritime transport has concluded its sessions after considering revictuation of invaded regions. The French shipping controller said steps have been taken to requisition French merchantmen for allied use.
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London
Inter-Allied Committee On Maritime Transport
New storehouse on Fagan Ave near Washington Street
Inquiries are invited about a new storehouse facility located on Fagan Avenue off Washington Street. Potential tenants or buyers should contact the office for details about space, terms, and availability.
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Fagan Ave
Washington Street
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