Brighter prospects for German U boat truce in US demands
Berlin reports in its papers that a German reply to the American submarine note may propose a temporary truce while talks continue. Officials say the final decision depends on President Wilson and the US Congress, with Germany seeking to preserve dignity and avoid a rushed settlement.
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Germany
Wilson
Herr Bernhard
Assocoated
Errnad
Great Headquarters
Ambasaaloe Wierard
Berlin
Amecan
Great
Lokal Anzeiger
Neawapapera
Frain Frou
Theodor Wolf
The
Tageblatl
George Bernhard
Count von Feventlow
Hernhard
Isa
Congress I
Tharman Lraders
Tierman
Thre “Wei
Saya Fferr Bernard
Prussia
Broderick the Great
Fe Wolff
Hoon
Copenhoen
Politiken
Kerlin
International News Service
Washington
United States
Ital
Relief Steamer Sunk and Patria Narrowly Missed Torpedo
Reports from London and Portland detail the British steamship Hendenhall sunk with crew saved, and the Wandle damaged in a clash with a submarine. The French passenger steamer Patria survived a near-miss torpedo attack in the Mediterranean, observed by about 200 passengers aboard, with details given by Capt. Pierre Dechelle.
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London
Hendenhall
Portland
Louisburg
C. B
Rotterdam
Lloyds
Tyne
Belgian Relief Commission
New York
Naples
Palermo
Mediterranean
Pierre Dechelle
Capt. Dechelle
Dechelle
Howell
Patria
Oran
Algiers
Guns Hammer Path to Verdun Lines
London and Berlin report intensified bombardment and renewed assaults on Verdun fronts as German forces attempt to retake trenches near Dead Man and Cumieres. French counterattacks and heavy artillery exchange accompany aerial bombardment with no decisive breakthrough evident.
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Verdun
Meuse
Paris
Berlin
Belgium
Steenstraete
Boesinghe
Argonne
la Fille Morte
Courtes Chausses
Pepper Hill
Douaumont
War Office
Lemert Homme
Dead Man's Hill
West Front
le Mert Homme
Troyen
Severe quake rattles Costa Rica destroying churches and schools
San Jose reports twenty distinct shocks during the May Day festival. Several church and school buildings were demolished as residents fled into streets and squares fearing the city might be struck again.
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San Jose
Costa Rica
Wilson War Slogan Opens Women's Preparedness Camp at Chevy Chase
President Wilson spoke at the National Service School opening for women in Chevy Chase, urging unity and loyalty among Americans including those born abroad. He warned against entanglement in war but promised a regenerating spirit from the conflict. High officials and society women attended as thousands listened, with continued coverage promised on page four.
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Chevy Chase
Wilson
National Service School
United States
America
Quiet Dublin Uprising Ends as Rebels Surrender
London reports from May 1 state wholesale surrenders collapse of the rebellion across Ireland. Prisoners nearly 500 sent to England and all leaders captured. Provisional President Pearse advised submission to military authorities as districts become generally quiet. Looting resumes as Dublin residents return to streets.
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England
Dublin
London
Ireland
J. H. Pearse
Queenstown
Cork
Enniscorthy
Royal Irish Constabulary
Feray
County Wexford
Wicklow
Arklow
Dublavin
Bagenalstown
New Ros
Clare
Limerick
Kerry
Ulster
Sackville ‘Street
Jake
Maryland primary results show Lewis leads in Senate race
Baltimore May 1 Representative David J. Lewis leads Maryland Democratic primary for U S senator with 67 votes against Blair Lee II 57 in a convention that may hinge on Prince Georges count. Lee carried three Baltimore districts while city organization backs John Walter Smith and Gov Harrington. Republican contest between France and Goldsborough narrows to Prince Georges deciding seat with 61 to 63 votes and 5 counted missing.
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Washington Post
Baltimore
Maryland
David J. Lewis
United States
Blair Les Haa
Prince Georges County
Lee
Baltimore City
John Walter Smith
Gov
Harrington
W. Cabell Bruce
Wilson
Joseph S. France
Philips Lee Goldsborough
Prince Georges
France
Goldsborough
Chicago
John Philip Hill
Roosevelt
Hughes
WILL KEEP PHILIPPINES MUST END BRIGANDAGE DEFEAT FOR THE PRESIDENT
The House defeated the Clarke amendment on Philippine independence within four years, voting 213 to 165 after earlier 198 to 151 in committee. The Jones bill replacing the Senate measure was adopted 251 to 17, signaling greater self government while denying a fixed date for independence. Democratic revolt urged conferees to resist time limits as the President approved none.
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Clarke
House
Senate
Philippines
United States
Fitzgerald
Appropriations Committee
Pitzgerald
House of Representatives
White House
Clark
Jones
Virginia
Garret
Tenn
Towner
Iowa
Mexican Situation Seen Critical From Diplomatic and Military View
El Paso May 1. The United States and the de facto Mexican government face a deadlock over the withdrawal of Pershing’s punitive expedition. Gen Pershing with about 17,000 men fortifies at Namiquipa while Gen Jacinto Trevino orders troops north from Torreon toward Chihuahua. Washington has not provided clear new instructions.
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Wilson
Mexico
White House
Baker
Scott
Funston
Obregon
Carranza
Lansing
Washington
Arredondo
Hugeo Arredondo
State Department
el Paso
Villa
Tex
United States
Pershing
North
Gena
Namiquipa
Jacinto Trevino
Juarez
Francisco Gonzales
Torreon
Chihuahua
Gonzales
Durango
Mexican Republic
U Boat Truce Expected Amid Verdun Action
The issue notes a looming truce with U boats, heavy artillery at the Verdun line, and President Wilson at a women’s camp as Dublin returns to normal after tensions. An ominous mood affects Pago.
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Verdun
Wilson
Woman’s Camp
Dublin
Society
Dewey
H. B. Quinn
Mexican Officials Gloomy Over U S Mexico Talks
Report from El Paso on May 1 describes Mexican leaders fearing a break with the United States over the planned cooperation with American troops in northern Mexico. Baker’s instructions push for no immediate withdrawal while Pershing readies troops and reorganizes forces near Casas Grandes, Colonia Dublan, and Namiquipa ahead of a forthcoming conference with Gen. Obregon.
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el Paso
Washington
Baker
Scott
Funston
Obregon
Mexico
Juarez
Gene
Paso
Casas Grandes
Colonia Dublan
Namiquip
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Ag Gays
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Cumieres
Crown Prince
Verdun Front
Deadman and
U.S
Daniels
Lewis
Foldsborough
Dr. France
Sinn
Goldaborough
Cambridge
Dub-an
Jacobs
W. A. Willis
U. S. Plan
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