British political drive over Lloyd George explodes in Commons
A May political drive to force Premier Lloyd George from office is under full swing with opposition led by Asquith. The motion seeks a judicial committee to probe government handling of overseas forces and Mesopotamia. Debates expected tomorrow in parliament as both sides prepare explanations and lines.
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Maree Reporters on Trial in Mexico City
May three American newspaper correspondents face trial in Mexico City for articles deemed derogatory to the Mexican army. Robert Murray of the New World, Smith of the New York Herald, and Schofield of the Asia Press were named as the journalists. The articles tied to Tampico state department matters reportedly appeared last February, with officials stating steps were being taken to protect official interests.
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Dairying For Women Courses Planned At Storrs
May 8 notice announces a 1 week course for women in dairying at the Connecticut Agricultural College Storrs. The Extension Service arranges the training and tuition is charged, with board at seven dollars for the week.
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Shipyard Record Beaten in May Rivet Work
May 8 record set at the American shipyard with 2,720 rivets in one shift. Fraser and Fraser yard workers later surpassed it by 4,276 rivets as a British embassy observer watched the scene.
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New Motor Truck Saves Cargo Space for France
The army unveils Truck B, a standardized motor truck designed to disassemble into 250 cubic feet, one quarter of the usual 1,000. Developed by multiple auto firms donating time, fleets now move supplies directly to embarkation points, tested by US Army officers with rookie drivers. A 20-truck convoy traveled Lima to Baltimore in eight days, with all units arriving intact.
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Hartford Leads In Liberty Loan Across Cities
Washington dispatch reports near complete Liberty Loan subscriptions with Hartford Conn leading five city classes. Hartford tops all five classes at 251 percent, while other cities such as Topeka Macon Augusta Montgomery Tampa Chattanooga Knoxville Sioux City Galveston Shreveport Austin El Paso Waco Pueblo Lincoln Muskogee Quincy Little Rock and more show varied percentages by population brackets.
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Forecasted Russian defection and war rumors in court
Paris on May 8 M Duval manager of Bonnet Rouge under disloyalty probe testified two years in prison would see a Russian revolution and Italy invaded. He also predicted the ongoing western front battle since March 21 and alleged the paper received German funds to spread propaganda in France.
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One Killed in Explosion in New Castle Pa
A May 8 explosion in New Castle Pennsylvania killed a man and injured others, authorities reported. Investigators cordoned the scene as firefighters and emergency crews responded, with details on the cause still unclear.
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British Submarines Active Attacking Enemies
Washington reports British admiralty says submarines have attacked no fewer than 40 enemy warships. The period of operations is unclear but the record is described as remarkable. In one case off the eastern Ems and Weser, two destroyers were sunk after torpedoes were fired and a submarine surfaced to confirm the ship went down.
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British Strengthening Line In France Amid War Dispatches
Washington reports indicate British forces are holding and fortifying positions along the French front. German attacks may resume. weather and transport issues hinder the enemy as rain and mud slow operations at Flanders. Also in New Haven probate grants Miss Bacon’s heirs $5,000 each. estate valued over $100,000. A court martial may soon oversee Brigadier General affairs and Cape Cod Canal could be seized as a wartime measure.
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Former Dutch Minister Goes to England on Torpedo Boat
London reports former Dutch War Minister Colyn, acting as a German peace agent, traveled from Holland to a British port aboard a Dutch torpedo boat. The Vaterland cited by The Hague dispatch says Colyn’s associates aim to win British cooperation for shipping Dutch East Indies products. The Dutch premier said on April 12 that the time was not ripe for any peace move.
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Japanese Vice-Consul Held by Bolsheviki in Irkutsk
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Pekin says Bolsheviks arrested the Japanese vice-consul at Irkutsk, with official denial issued. The report notes the chairman of the Japanese business association at Irkutsk was arrested on espionage charges. Disorders are reported in Amur district, Siberia.
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HAPPENINGS IN THIS VIGINTY 25 YEARS AD
Three thousand dollars have been raised by the Holy Trinity church for a chapel at Pameadha. Charles W. Ferree, longtime Berlin Branch conductor, promoted to run on the main line from New Haven to Springfield. The Ladies' Special Aid Society of the Long Hill chapel to hold annual supper tonight at Mrs. C. E. Atkins home. At 10 o'clock river water reached 16.5 feet, the highest in 24 years. Rev E Champion Acheson preached his last sermon on The Seven Churches of Asia. Captain Ella Kemp and Lt Russell held a farewell reception at Salvation Army barracks last Sunday. D. L. Briggs brass band engaged by Mansfield Post for Memorial day. Railroad freight moving from Cherry street warehouse. Choral Union to perform Messiah at Middlesex theater Friday night.
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New Plans For Military Training at Wesleyan
Wesleyan faculty debated two methods to increase military drill. The adopted plan adds ten hours of weekly drill for three weeks and lets students drop one nonessential course, pending a third officer. nine men are set for commissions after the Third Officers Training Camp.
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Hurley opposes 200000 for Los Angeles drydock plan
Edward N. Hurley, chairman of the Shipping Board, told the Senate Commerce Committee he discourages a 200000 appropriation for dredging Los Angeles Harbor to enable a dry dock. He said the dredging is not a war measure and favored building Atlantic coast dry docks while moving Pacific fleet construction there.
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