President Hopes Peace Thaw After Thaw Wounds
International dispatch from Philadelphia reports Harry Thaw sustained throat and wrist wounds after a self inflicted assault. He was placed under constant guard by women nurses and a male attendant to prevent further self harm while authorities debate his fate, possible return to New York or trial for attempted death by action. Doctors caution on his mental state while detectives guard his hospital room.
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British Premier Calls for Funds to End War
In a House of Commons speech Premier Lloyd George urged all Britons to donate money for the war effort, warning that victory requires greater shell and munition production. He said independence from Prussian rule justifies sacrifices and that Britain must raise funds domestically as America and Japan offer limited aid.
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Austro Air Raid Aims Paris In Night Assault
Paris faced its first Austro aircraft attack as a flotilla bombed the city during darkness. One plane was shot down by French aviators who found three occupants dead. the others retreated after a counterattack by about twenty French planes. The damage reported was slight.
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Haitians Shoot Marines at San Domingo Landing
Navy reports an attack by Haitians on American forces as four boats from the battleship New Hampshire tried to land at Mooris point near the Yasho river. Lieut J K Bolton was killed and several marines wounded during the incident as US forces attempted to quell a small uprising. No orders to punish were announced. New laid eggs at Prosser's Harness Shop, $1.00 per dozen, Phone Black.
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Indictments Grow in Chicago Graft Case
International News Service reports the Chicago graft probe widens beyond Chief Healy with hundreds of thousands of dollars in hush money from prostitutes. Dozens of police and politicians face grand jury questions as evidence shows systematic bribe acceptance from fallen women.
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Explosion at Lynhurst plant leaves thousands homeless
A massive explosion at the Canadian Car and Foundry munition plant in Lynhurst near Kingsland New Jersey caused a fire that razed buildings across several acres. About a thousand people were left homeless as debris flew and shells continued to burst while workers fled and housing was arranged in nearby towns. Authorities say the blast was accidental no blame assigned and losses exceed five million dollars.
Entente replies to Wilson note made public in Paris and Washington
International News Service reports the entente reply released in allied capitals after reaching Washington. The document treats the president’s action with respect, shows a more favorable tone toward peace efforts yet calls the necessary guarantees for separate restitution a stumbling block to progress.
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President Wilson pursues peace talks despite war stance
President Wilson continues efforts toward ending the war through negotiations while guarding publicity. Colonel House met with Wilson and later with Secretary Lansing to discuss entente replies. Ambassadors foretell limited optimism as German and allied diplomats push for terms before peace.
Leak Case Reopened by Congress in House Hearing
In Washington the House debated the alleged leak and rules committee findings. Cantrell of Kentucky pushed to continue the investigation, passage blocked attempts to halt hearings, and a resolution empowered the rules committee to compel Z W Lawson to testify and name possible insiders including a cabinet member and a member of Congress. Hearings will resume soon.
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Dry District of Columbia Bill Faces House Opposition
Washington observers expect House resistance to the dry DC bill after Senate passage. Government employees and residents reportedly oppose the measure, while liquor dealers plan to push a strong defense in the lower chamber.
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