US Seeks German Compliance Over Lusitania Attacks
The United States cabled Ambassador Gerard with a note to Germany demanding disavowal of submarine attacks on non combatants, assurance of no further killings, and full reparation where possible. The message, prepared after cabinet review, outlines seven main points and stresses firm, diplomatic action if Germany fails to comply.
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Washington
United States
Gerard
Lusitania
Gerenity
Robert Lansing
State Department
Maue
Germany
Torday
Fuldn
Leon Thresher
Cushing
Guslight
England
British ship Goliath torpedoed in Dardanelles battle
House of Commons reports confirmed the British battleship Goliath was torpedoed near the Dardanelles with about 500 casualties. E-12 submarine claims sinking two Turkish gunboats and a large transport in Marmora. Churchill announced 20 officers and 160 crew saved. Governor Craig releases Rankin’s findings on Nash County convict camps.
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Dardanelles
Sea of Marmora
House of Commons
Winston Spencer Churchill
Admiralty
Craig
Nash County
Rankin
Ash County
Rocky Mount Road
W. B. Rose
Nashville Road
Joseph Collins
State Board of Health
North Carolina
Conyret
Thomas Battle
Dr. Rankin
Report on Belgian Atrocities Sets Severe View of German Actions
Viscount Bryce heads a government committee that investigated alleged German massacres and terror in Belgium during the ongoing war. The report cites systematic killings, arson, property destruction, and abuse of civilians, including women and children, with war-violation findings and condemnations tied to broad terror tactics.
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Foolishman
Gereman
London Dispatch
Viscount Bryce
Washington
Asquith
Belgium
Vi Bryce
Red Cross
Weeds in the Field and What They Signify on Rains
Farmers discuss spring weeds and residues in planted cotton fields. Plowing deep and consistent soil preparation save moisture and boost yields while old practices of burning stalks waste fertilizer value. Reports cover local weather, hail damage, and community notices from Waxhaw and Pageland journals.
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TJ. W. Broom, Co
Willia Neeley
N.C. Neeley
Wayhaw Cemetery
Ko W. Hogan
Alice Hroome
Son Huely
Lal Fleh
Fair Brown
Waxhaw
Rehobeth
Marvin
Mom Buckner
Pauline Crane
Thir
Pord
Pageland Journal
Marlboro
Darlington
Green
Henry H. Evans
Nancy Faulkenbarry
Mu Rae
Crowburk
JW Quick
Evans
Ho B. Sewell
Fuford
Barnard Brewer
Lawson Pige
World Court Congress Opens Prominent Americans Lead Peace Move
At Cleveland a World Court congress launched a movement for a universal international court of justice. William H. Taft Alton B. Parker Henry Clews and other leaders attended. Mayor Baker said the plan is practical and not visionary. Speakers emphasized reducing war risk through signatory nations submitting disputes to a binding court. Former President Taft warned against overpromising but urged practical progress toward peace.
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Cleveland
World Court Congress
William H. Taft
Alton B. Parker
Henry Clews
Newton D. Baker
Congress
International Court of Justice
Sesson
John Says Hammond
Taft
From One of The Charter Members
A charter member thanks the journal for long service and double value, noting timely delivery and value received, while a reader in another county apologizes for the delay in sending payment and expresses loyalty to The Journal.
The Lusitania Sinking Sparks German Sentiment Across Europe
The German ambassador’s regret is dismissed as formality while German papers celebrate the Lusitania attack. Some odes warn future strikes, and observers fear further provocation. News notes include Lieut Bellin’s hydro aero record of 18,006 feet and a London bishop's tribute to Vanderbilt who urged saving the children.
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Ambbassador
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Lusitania
Observer
Germany
Wilson
Bellinger
Fon Beet
Pagelon
Pon. L. Bellin
Cheraw
Naval Aeronautic Station
Pensacola
Navy
Vera Cruz
London
Vanderbilt London
Strays Society
Alfred 6
Vanderbilt
Dea
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