Junker scheme to rebuild German world trade and trade preserves
The Times editorial argues industrialists pushed Georg Michaelis and Bethmann Hollweg toward a bold plan to restore Germany’s world trade via a huge mercantile marine bill and a central European and Russian trade preserve. It notes costs around £75,000,000 and cites aims to outpace US and Japanese shipping after peace. It condemns German industrialists and military as ruthless accomplices.
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U Boats Bringing Peace Action Warns Armies Hope Ends War
Gen von derirdendorff says submarine warfare aimed to strike enemy ammunition output. He claims west front relief from U boat activity and decreasing ammo production. The supreme command expects reduced English tonnage and ultimate end of the war despite America, bringing peace.
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Americans Shot on July 4 in Austria Emperor Attempt Reported
Amsterdam dispatch cites an unconfirmed tale that two American men aged unknown near Emperor Williams Great Headquarters on July 3 were seized by detectives with revolvers, allegedly recruited by an American millionaire to kill the emperor. said to have been shot 24 hours after arrest. No names or details available. Reuters note urges caution.
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U S to Insure Cantonments Fire Risk In New Plan
The United States government seeks fire insurance for the wooden cantonments to be used by troops called in the selective draft. Sites across the country lack nearby fire protection and the $25 million value faced higher than normal rates, which were initially prohibitive.
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Direct Shipments Urged To Alleviate Freight Crunch
The National Defense Council urges direct shipment to final destinations to ease railcar shortages and overwork. Overstraining railroads risks congestion and disaster if not remedied immediately. In other news from Grafton West Virginia a Baltimore and Ohio brakeman, E W Costello, was killed when his head struck tunnel entrance after climbing onto an engine tank.
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Chancellor Speech Signals War End Conditions
The speech argues Germany seeks an honorable peace and inviolable borders, demanding negotiation only with terms that preserve German territory. It notes submarine warfare harms Britain’s economy and foresees growing pressure for peace as the war continues.
Germany Defends Submarine War and Peace Offer
Berlin argues submarine warfare serves self defense and blocks English blockade. Germany laments failed peace overtures while pledging alliance fidelity, cites Russian and Allied offensives, and calls for national unity amid wartime strain and food shortages.
Allies Will Win If We Stay United And Strong
Andre Tardien argues that Allied victory depends on regulated economic cooperation and united resolve. He portrays Germany as the aggressor, cites wartime sacrifices by nations, and urges Americans to read President messages as proof of shared purpose.
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Reichstag's Peace Plank Calls for Reconciliation
The Reichstag adopts a peace resolution calling for reconciliation and the ending of annexations. It rejects economic blockades, urges freedom of the seas, and supports international juridical organizations. It vows unity and continued defense until rights of Germany and its allies are secured.
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Peace negotiation spark in British Commons debate
Similar to the peace resolution adopted by the Reichstag, measures were introduced in the House of Commons. If the British premier echoed the same stance, peace negotiations could begin tomorrow. Socialist opposition to Chancellor Scheidemann framed the opposition as political rather than personal.
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We Oppose Submarine War and Seek Peace
The speaker denounces submarine warfare as harmful and asserts readiness for a righteous peace secured by international guarantees. He and colleagues insist on continued resistance if the enemy refuses terms, while demanding franchise reform, press freedom, and a parliamentary role for governance, with radicals backing Chancellor Michaelis. A new receiver tried to ease the burden on letter carriers and introduce wood-based pumps for corrosion-prone waters.
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