Edison submarine killer wowed Navy secretary Daniels
Secretary of the Navy Daniels called the Edison submarine invention astonishing and a real breakthrough after witnessing trials. The demonstrations drew naval officers and the Saunders and Edison teams, with plans for further practical tests for foreign observers. The report predicts submarine warfare may end in months and notes the Orange factory as the site where key work was completed. The piece ends with a newspaper plug about Nome Nugget home delivery.
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International News Service
Washington
Daniels
Edison
William L. Saunders
United States
Foreign Commission
Ger
United States Navy
Ellison
Orange
Disagreement Marks Conference Deadlock Over Key Bills
Conferees report nearly all items unresolved in dissension over conscription and Roosevelt amendment. Passage of the draft bill is delayed as age limits and front line service questions remain disputed. Presidents and leaders react to stalled measures amid broader wartime policy debates.
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International News Service
Wasshngtosn
Wilson
Teddy
France
Bashet
Attempted assassination of Kaiser in Berlin reported
An attempted attack on Emperor William occurred in Berlin with three shots fired at his automobile. Police arrested many bystanders as investigations begin, with reports of socialist unrest and possible further plots surrounding the Kaiser.
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Rome
Berlin
Germany
London
Scorpion Gunboat Crew Arrives in Switzerland
A dispatch from Washington reports ten sailors from the US gunboat Scorpion, interned at Constantinople since April 14, arrived in Bern, Switzerland with representatives of the American board of foreign missions. The ship’s 52 officers and crew were interned there, with no word yet on the remainder. The Swiss authorities seek further advice on the matter.
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Washington
Stovall Berne
American Board of Foreign Missions
Constantinope
Twkey
United States Navy
Turkey
Switzerland
French Commission Returns East After Midwest Visit
In Indianapolis on May 4 the French commission, after a rapid tour of the middle west, expresses pleasure with American cities transportation and business methods. They praise local hospitality and say they are returning to Washington fully charmed by the trip.
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Indianapolis
Middle West
Washington
One Million Tons a Month Toll of German U Boats
British newspapers demand full details on submarine losses as manny ships sunk daily and food supplies feared to be affected. The Lords of the Admiralty face sharp criticism for alleged secrecy while Churchill is mocked for port strategy amid reports of German subs sinking vast Allied tonnage.
Patrol Boats Rush to Rescue of Burning Ship
Boston May 9 ships of war patrolled to the burning steamer Sebastian off Nantucket. The cargo of general merchandise for the war zone was listed as highly explosive. Authorities planned strict examination of ship’s gear to locate bombs or explosive devices and were tightening patrols.
Wheat prices surge to opening high at 3.11 dollars
May wheat opened at 3.11 dollars after a steady climb from 186 to 3.00, with traders and writers surprised by the jump and defiant at the price level. Some say government action is too late as prices rise, while skeptics warn of further impulses driving the market.
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