American note delayed on the Berlin cable
The United States note to Germany following the Lusitania disaster was delayed by cable congestion. Ambassador Gerard might present it today in Berlin after a Rome relay. President Wilson expressed gratitude for nationwide support. Berlin’s position remained unclarified.
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Note on Lusitania crisis draws wide praise from leaders
Governors and senators across states praised President Wilson after his note to Germany on the Lusitania tragedy. Champ Clark called it a great state paper and said Americans will sustain the president. Governors Goldsborough, Stuart, Craig, Ferguson, and Henderson voiced support, emphasizing protecting American rights and keeping peace with honor. Continued on fifth page.
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Lusitania
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Los Angeles
Cal
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Maryland
Richmond
Stuart
Raleigh
N. C
Locke Craig
U. S
Austin
Texas
James E Ferguson
Montgomery
Ala
Charles Hendersons
Kaiser to Formulate Reply to United States After Hearing Views
James W. Gerard will present Wilson's note to Herr von Jagow in Berlin. Germany will study the U S protest under diplomatic rules and may take several days to reply. Dr von Bethmann Hollweg will be consulted and the emperor will decide Germany’s legal position.
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James W. Gerard
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Germany
von Bethmann- Hollweg
German Raider At Sea Stopped American Schooner
A Washington Post cable reports that near the Azores on May 12 the American schooner Camilla May Page 687 tons commanded by Captain Driske was halted by a three funnel warship resembling Karlsruhe. The captain was questioned by a German-accented officer. the vessel was not British. The Camilla May Page sailed from Norfolk on April 16 bound for Ponta Delgada.
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Taft Praises Wilson as Note Earns Broad Support
New York audience of Methodist laymen approves a dinner message endorsing President Wilsons note to Germany. Taft voices strong praise for its tone and legal accuracy and pledges cordial support, praising clarity, moderation, and justice in US statements. Travel details for a Baltimore & Ohio excursion included.
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France
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William Howard Taft
Taft
United States
Submarine Raid in Dardanelles and Gallipoli Fighting
London May 14 A Times dispatch from Moudros shows two British submarines crossed the Dardanelles and entered the Sea of Marmora sinking Turkish transports. Allies press on Gallipoli as Turkish losses mount and French 75s inflict heavy damage. Turkish staff retreat toward Rodosto as severe fighting continues between Gallipoli and Maidos with German reports of Turkish gains fading.
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Rodosta
Sea of Marmoraz
Hobson says British plot to enter US war over Lusitania
Capt R P Hobson files a signed statement in Torrington alleging an English conspiracy to provoke American involvement by the Lusitania tragedy. He argues submarine warfare deprives ships of immunity and warns Berlin’s silence harms truth, urging thorough investigation and accountability by London and Washington. A Baltimore & Ohio ad follows.
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Lusitania
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Berlin
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Lusitania Torpedo Sinks After Munitions Ignition
Berlin reports the submarine that sank the Lusitania states the ship was hit on the starboard side at 2:20 p.m. on May 7 after sighting her off Ireland. A second, extremely strong explosion followed from ammunition aboard, causing the liner to list and sink.
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Lusitania
Italy Abrogates Part of Triple Alliance Amid Rome Turmoil
A Rome dispatch reports that Austria related provisions of the triple alliance were abrogated May 4 after a Salandra cabinet move. Rioting crowds filled Montecitorio as Victor Emmanuel refused Salandra’s resignation. troops secured the city, German shops were closed, and processions marched to Villa Ada in support of joining the war.
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Villa Ada
Italy
Loescher
Bersagieri
Austria Backing U S Pope Plea Seen to End Attacks
A Washington dispatch says Austria and Turkey will be consulted before Germany replies to President Wilson. Officials believe Austria will oppose war with the United States under Vatican influence and Pope Benedict’s urging. The cabinet sees the note as signaling peace and a halt to German submarine warfare.
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Washington Dispatch
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Turkey
United States
Pope Benedict
Submarine Sunk Off Northumberland Coast
Blyth England May 14 A German submarine is reported sunk in the North Sea. The steamship Collairnle captain said his vessel appeared to destroy the submarine by crashing it off the Northumberland coast when reaching port today.
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England
North Sea
Collairnle
Northumberland
French Advance in Two Battles Threatens Russia Front
Belligerents clash on east and west fronts as French push north of Arras and British forces hold back German attempts at Ypres. Belgians repulse an attack, while Germans claim a slight advance. In the Woevre region a French army presses an offensive and claims control of Le Pretre forest as allies push toward St Mihiel.
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Wilson sails for New York to view Atlantic fleet
President Wilson, exhausted after formulating policy on Germany, sails from the Potomac toward New York aboard the Mayflower for a fleet review, with family and aides aboard. Wireless contact will keep him in touch with Washington as he heads to the White House midweek. The voyage aims to rest him and allow reading amid a tense international situation.
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Cary T. Grayson
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Dolphin
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Daniels
Washington
Secret Service Squad
New York City
Berlin
Dr. Grayson
Dutch trawler attacked despite flag in calm bombing
A Reuters dispatch from Ymuiden reports the Dutch trawler Sgravenhags was attacked by an air plane coming from the west on Wednesday. The aircraft dropped three bombs as the trawler tied to the Dutch flag. The bombs fell into the sea and exploded.
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Reuter
Ymuiden
Sgravenhags
S Talbe
Haitian Generals Clash as Rebels Claim Gains
In Cape Haitien West of Cane Haitien May 14 insurgents gain ground as rebels supported by Fort Belair repulse government troops. Two government generals captured and executed. widespread civilian impact reported. Outposts near Grands Riviere see skirmishing while Perches falls to government forces and loyalists advance toward Trow.
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