French Troops in Dardanelles Push Inland and Hold Kum Kaleh
Paris reports French troops have occupied Kum Kaleh on the Asiatic side near the Dardanelles after disembarkation operations. Allied forces claim progress and prisoners taken, while Turkish officials say enemy landings were repelled at Kum Kaleh and Tekeburun amid ongoing bombardments and returns to ships. The broader Gallipoli action sees extensive fighting with gains and counterclaims from both sides.
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Greece Seeks U S Loan Amid Financial Talks
Athens reports the Greek government has negotiated with American capitalists for a loan package. Officials indicate talks cover stabilization measures and funding arrangements aimed at easing debt pressures facing the state.
300000 French Families Exiled Through Switzerland
German authorities notified Swiss charitable societies that between 251900 and 300000 French families expelled from northern France will pass through Switzerland in May. Refugees are mostly penniless, consisting of old men, women and children. Swiss aid is being organized to assist them during transit.
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Kaiser warns Greeks in telegram from Sofia
A Reuters dispatch from Sofia reports the German emperor sent a plain language telegram to his sister, the Queen of Greece, boasting of German and Austrian victories on both fronts and warning that any country joining Germany's enemies will face consequences.
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M A Doors Await Second Grandchild Event At White House
Washington dispatch says President Wilson expects to become a grandfather again within a month as Mrs William G McAdoo prepares to visit the White House for a christening likely at the mansion. McAdoo, recovering from appendicitis, has been away from Treasury for six weeks and plans to resume next week.
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Italy recalls envoys and orders ships to Piraeus
Rome April 27 Italian government summons ambassadors from Paris London Vienna and Berlin to confer with Foreign Minister Sonnino and considers a grave decision. It orders Italian steamship companies serving the Levant to accept no passengers or freight for Piraeus to ensure ships return quickly if summoned. Brindisi port closed to merchant shipping, to use Adriatic piers only.
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British Protest over German Prisoner Cruelty Highlighted
London reports show Lord Kitchener and Lord Lansdowne condemning German conduct toward British prisoners. Asquith pledges reparation after indicting Germany as savage, while Britain notes American efforts to aid prisoners and criticizing submarine crew reprisals.
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Spain Readies War Effort Amid Global Turmoil
Special to The Washington Post reports Spain is preparing for possible war with a Madrid backed drive to buy 260 million car tidges, thousands of war automobiles and a flotilla of planes. A Spanish commission opened New York headquarters to procure war supplies.
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British Conscription Near Claims Kitchener Demand
Lord Derby, at a Manchester meeting, cited Lord Kitchener saying munitions demand is unlimited and will include small arms. He warned the time will come for new and redoubled sacrifices. Derby supports national service and predicts compulsory demand on men soon.
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Postal Strike Feared Over Bonus Demand in Britain
Intense discontent among British postal servants over government refusals to grant 2 to 4 shilling weekly increases on earnings under 1,000 a year. Some 35,000 workers remain at work while others strike. many face rising costs and want. Union leaders threaten drastic action and arbitration, warning of a general strike if a war bonus is not granted.
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Russia Starts New Drive In World War I Offensive
The Tribune reports from Ungvar that Russia has begun a fresh offensive around Uszok Pass. In two days Austro German casualties reached 20,000 with prisoners, while near Stry losses were 8,000. Russian reinforcements push forward despite melting snow hindering movement.
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Peril in China as Yuan flags amended Japan draft
The Peking government debates a revised Japanese draft on China as Yuan Shi Kai and Lu Cheng-Hsiang reassess Group 1 to Group 5 demands. Japan seeks Japanese advisers, land rights, and entitlements, with talks noting changes in article wording and new conditions for arms, railways, and provincial rights. The draft shifts toward stricter control and potential joint ventures, while both sides keep minutes of sessions. CONTINUED ON SECOND PAGE.
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Pace Index to Today's Issue Highlights Global Events
Society column notes French take Dardanelles, Italy recalls ambassadors, fears of a postal strike in England, and a push for peace. Booming Penrose for president and T. R. attacks on Barnes are listed. Also mentions Turks, Porte appeals, and a car tragedy with five held.
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Horses Make London Hoarse From Cavalry Steeds
London April 27 large bodies of cavalry and horses in the city have caused widespread hoarseness. Doctors attribute rising colds and catarrh to influenza among cavalry horses spreading to troopers and the general population.
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Postmasters Issued Free Money Orders for POWs
Orders issued yesterday direct postmasters to issue money orders without fee to any applicant payable to prisoners of war in any country in the European conflict. This follows The Hague convention aimed at easing POW conditions.
Odds on Long War Bet Odds Quoted by Lloyds
Lloyds of London quoted odds that the war would end by August 31 1915 or later dates, with bets in Wall Street seen as influenced by personal sympathy. The record shows various guineas per cent figures forEND dates through 1916, translating to insurance-like bets on war termination.
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Roosevelt Admits Attacks On Barnes And Platt Letters
Philadelphia April 27 The Roosevelt libel trial reveals confidential correspondence between Theodore Roosevelt William Barnes and Senator Thomas Platt. Letters show Roosevelt and Platt consulting on New York appointments and the vice presidency while Roosevelt held office. The dispute centers on campaign contributions and attacks on political bosses as part of a broader fight with big business interests.
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