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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1916
Page
1
Bulgarian regiments occupy Fort Roupel on the Struma, Kanivo, and Dragotin as Greece faces occupation threats. A Havas report cites two hours given for evacuation and ongoing artillery duels along Macedonian fronts. French planes bomb Bulgarian encampments near Petritch.
United States Ambassador James Gerard in Berlin says peace is in sight and that America must help hasten the end of the war. He notes President Wilson has freedom to act and that neutrals are eager for peace while Germany signals readiness to negotiate. He cites calm steps and strong support for peace movements.
Paris dispatch reports French forces made major gains northwest of Verdun, capturing parts of Cumieres and advancing near Hill No 304. German counterattacks were repulsed as Artillery and infantry fighting raged along the Meuse and in Champagne.
In a heated Senate hearing, Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Blakslee faced accusations of pressuring postmasters to oppose Senate amendments to the annual post office bill. Senators Vardaman Martine and Hardwick called the claims slander and sought Burleson’s guidance. Blakslee admitted writing letters to postmasters but denied surrendering to railroads. an executive session will decide next steps, with Burleson possibly called to testify. The dispute centers on rural mail service and railway pay provisions and whether Blakslee acted with or without Burleson’s approval.
About 2,500 Republican pilgrims from New York and delegations from New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia and Baltimore marched to Sagamore Hill to hear Theodore Roosevelt speak on Americanism and preparedness. The former president urged a nonpartisan rally for strength, met visitors, and thanked supporters amid band music and cheers.
Panama seeks U S backing as Dentes surfaces as a disruptive figure in regional affairs. Authorities monitor his activities amid tensions with local factions and international observers.
Former Panama president Don Pablo Arosemena argues U S intervention is needed for peace and fair play. He meets with Baker and McAdoo in New York while criticising Panamanian authorities over rifle seizures. Decoration Day excursion offers noted elsewhere.
Border news reports massing Mexican troops near Chihuahua viewed as a bluff by army HQ. Carranza demands Pershing withdrawal while Obregon massed forces near Pershing’s line, raising the risk of a clash feared to inflame public opinion against the United States. A note found on Villa ally Cervantes urges Mexicans to rise against American invaders.
London dispatch reports Yuan Shi Kai, president of the Chinese republic, will retire after naming a suitable successor. The Peking correspondent for the Exchange Telegraph notes Yuan’s definite plan to step down. Also mentions Baltimore schedules with a $1.75 round trip on Saturdays and Sundays.
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