Drug raid nets US Army medical corps employee
A United States Army medical corps employee, Frank Luve, was arrested at his home near Pladansburg Maryland by Deputy Sheriff Thomas Et Garrison on a government warrant. Authorities say he possessed drugs and surgical instruments valued between 2500 and 3000 dollars. Luve is held on a 5000 dollar bond and will be moved to Baltimore for a hearing. Police and revenue agents say more arrests of prominent Washington men linked to a drug supply ring are planned with simultaneous searches.
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Prince Georges County
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Tobacco consignment burned near London after inspection
A Washington Post New York dispatch notes a ten ton tobacco shipment from a consignment shipped as a gift to Engle b dlera was found swaged and burned at Woolwich near London after British authorities examined it. A passenger aboard the ward innerarpathia relayed the tip but asked for anonymity to aid a secret investigation.
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Innerarpathia
Calderon Death Report From Peru Tied to Balloon Flight
Joseph Calderon son of a former Peruvian president and volunteer observer balloonist for the Wrancy army was killed near the French line in a spectacular incident. A 4' gun bag broke loose in a gale, toppled, and Calderon fell when the parachute sides collapsed. he died in the incident while attempting to escape the storm.
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Joseph Calderon
Calderon
Peru
Wrancy Army
Coalition Candidate Wins in By Election Victory
Hicks Beach, a Unionist, was elected from Teskenbury by a majority of 5,689 over Independent Willamsa Boosey. The coalition government claimed a sweeping victory, seen as significant as Boosey drew critical support. The vacancy followed the death of Viscount Quenington.
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Latest War Front Bulletins From Across Europe
Paris reports repulsed German attacks on Dead Man's Hill and surrounding sectors. Berlin notes French assault on Hill 304 near Verdun repulsed. London says British destroyers forced back by German flotilla. Turkish forces sink a monitor. Vienna protests submarine sinking of Austrian Dubrovnik. Petrograd reports over 37,000 Turks captured in Asia Minor. Dublin notes Premier Asquith joining Ireland’s privy council.
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British Monitor Sunk Near Belgium After Turkish Battery Fire
A British official report admits loss of a small monitor after Turkish batteries fired. The May 13 14 engagement left two killed and two wounded. conflicting Turkish and British statements followed. A separate report says German aircraft bombed a British cruiser near Flanders with the vessel struck near the conning tower.
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Kesten
Hindu Troops Mutiny Near Suez Canal
Berlin report via Overseas News Agency cites Hindu troops in Egypt mutinying during fighting near the Suez Canal. Hindus allegedly refused orders, clashes with Australian officers ensued, and several casualties occurred.
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Sayville
Egypt
Neue Zuricher Zeitung
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American Flier Squadron Forms Flight Over German Front
Paris May 17 American Franco American flying corps took part in a two hour reconnoiter over the German line under heavy shelling. Lieut William K Thaw’s machine was damaged but returned safely. Chapman's craft was hit and driven off course. McConnell flew at 12000 feet amid shell bursts. Three more flotillas to be formed from 40 volunteers now in training. One German aeroplane was brought down. Verdun region saw heavy activity with 33 combats. all our machines returned.
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New York
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Atlanta
Norman Prince
Boston
Hall
Galventon
Tex
Pope's Peace Efforts Laud Peace for All Not Belligerent Favor
Vatican state chancery quotes the Pope urging prompt cessation of hostilities and an exchange of views between belligerents. He is portrayed as neutral and impartial, condemning war cruelties and supporting Belgium and Armenia, with calls for a just lasting peace shared by all sides.
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Armenia
Pushing on into Bulgaria front line updates May 10 to 15
Paris reports operations on the Sarontki front with no major changes on the Vardar river banks and west of Lake Delran. Infantry reorganized, artillery shelled enemy camps and worker groups, with advances northeast of Lake Doiran to Davetepe and toward Monastir near Poros. Greeks captured Bulgarians dressed as Germans.
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Early Withdrawal of U S Forces Across Rio Grande Is Predicted
San Antonio May 17 An early withdrawal of the punitive expedition south of Boquillas directed by Col Frederick Sibley was indicated at army headquarters. The rescue of Jesse Deemer store keeper and Monroe Payne cook carried across the border by bandits twelve days ago was reported. Residents at El Pino defied bandit orders and aided the Americans entering Glenn Springs and Boquillas. Mexican information showed border troop movements increasing, with Carranza forces likely larger than Obregon’s forecast. Texas militia under Gen John A Hulen included in Maj Gen Frederick Funston plan for a reorganized border patrol.
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Pope Benedict Praised by Cardinal Farley at Rome Luncheon
Cardinal Farley told the Alumni Association of the American College in Rome that the pope is the greatest force for peace. He cited the papacy as guiding rulers and noted 150000 prisoners exchanged on the Holy See's suggestion. The pope’s influence contrasted with failed international socialism. The event announced the elevation of Rev Thomas H Carroll to monsignor.
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Frange Cuts Imports May Lead to Protection
Noted economist warns that history shows similar decrees outlasting wars and harming Allies. The May 14 Journal Officiel reports a decree banning private imports of luxury items to protect exchange, with state imports exempt. Comparisons to Napoleonic controls suggest postwar protectionists may seek permanence, hurting Allied interests.
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L’agence Economique Et Financiere
Paris
Journal
Officiel
England
Wilson Answers Pope on War Not Public Policy
President Wilson replied to Pope Benedict's message about Europe’s war not becoming public policy, via Mgr Bonzano. White House officials did not discuss the exchange, but sources said it related remotely to peace in Europe. The president emphasized keeping the United States out of war while protecting national honor and rights. Secretary Grew’s travel to the United States was noted amid speculation of a potential Imperial message.
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German Consul Pleads Not Guilty in Passport Fraud Case
Carl A. Luderitz the German consul at Baltimore pleaded not guilty in federal court to charges of conspiring to obtain a fraudulent passport for Horst von der Goltz. He surrendered and was held on a 5008 dollar bail.
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Baltimore
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Conscription foes fined in Mansion House court
Eight members of the national No Conscription Fellowship were arraigned under the defense of the realm act over a pamphlet calling for repeal of the compulsory military service act. Each was fined the maximum penalty of 500 with 60 costs. Senator Weasley L. Jones of Washington will address Bethel Literary Association on May 23 at Metropolitan AME Church.
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Mansion House
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Washington
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