Salandra cabinet victory sparks war policy debate in Italy
Rome reports show Premier Salandra in power with cabinet backing and a possible decision on peace or war soon. Frontier clashes and a women’s revolt in Trieste intensify tension as 1.7 million mobilized ready for battle. Massive Milan Rome crowd cheers for Salandra Sonnino with Garibaldi veterans and flags across Popolo square. Continued on page 2.
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England Ready for Conscription
London May 17 Viscount Hal Dane the lord high chancellor warned in the house of Lords that conscription may come as the nation faces a tremendous war. He stressed that while voluntary enlistment has created a capable army, the nation may have to reconsider its system given urgent needs.
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House of Lords
Karlsruhe Seen off Coast Near Hampton Roads
Unverified reports circulated that the German cruiser Karlsruhe was approaching the Hawttpn Roads lane once used by raiders Kronprinz Wilhelm and Prince Eitel Friedrich for safety. No warship was sighted at Virginia capes overnight or from the Cape Henry observatory.
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German Press Regrets Lusitania Loss and Shifts Blame
Berlin press mourns American lives lost in the Lusitania sinking and pins responsibility on British policy and shipowners for arming civilians in a declared war zone. South American papers endorse U S stance, warn of potential wider conflict and support Wilson note against German aggression.
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Lisbon Uprising Intensifies as Mutineers Clash
Madrid reports full-scale Lisbon turmoil with mutineers fighting loyal troops. Civilians killed and buildings burned as naval crews join in. Spain dispatches battleship Espana to protect foreigners. President De Arriaga’s whereabouts unknown amid signals of civil war.
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Bride of Mra Gowdy Draws Crowds at Union Station
May 17 Kansas City reports Mrs M A Gowdy 16, weighing 587 pounds, drew crowds at Union Station as the "biggest girl in the world" while awaiting her wedding to Gowdy. The article notes her former name Josie Jolly and her dramatic weight gain before marriage.
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Great Fleet Reviewed by President in New York
A vast Navy flotilla anchored in the Hudson for a grand review by President Wilson. Sixty four ships stretched four miles as the Mayflower carried the president ashore and to a reviewing stand amid cheers. Mounted police and security surrounded the presidential party as sailors, Marines and the New York National Guard saluted. The president later spoke at the Baltimore hotel luncheon after the ceremony.
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Kurds Kill 6000 Armenians in Van Armenia
London dispatch from the Russian consul in Urmia Persia dated May 15 reports six thousand Armenians massacred at Van in Armenia Asiatic Turkey. The Armenians are defending themselves against Turks and Kurds, with urgent help requested.
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Two Children Die in Calais Air Raid
A Zeppelin from the channel dropped bombs over Calais France killing two children and wounding one. Property damage was reported as slight. The aircraft then sailed away toward the sea.
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Kaiser Offers Suspension of Undersea War Against Merchant Craft
Kaiser WillAsk the United States to use influence to secure passage of foodstuffs to Germany. He disavows any intention to sink Gulflight or attack. He will pay full damages to Cushing and may propose arbitration on the Lusitania incident.
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United States Maintains Position in Berlin Talks
Washington reports ambassador Gerard notified Berlin that the American note reached the German foreign office. Officials insist the U S will not drop its rights under international law, while signaling possible agreement for safe food shipments to Germany if Berlin concedes. Diplomats discuss suspending attacks on merchant ships and allowing non contraband food and industrial supplies to reach German civilians.
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Austrian Ambassador Dumba’s quiet talks with Bryan
Washington May 17 reports say Ambassador Dumba did not press a public agenda in his talks with Secretary Bryan and other state department officials. The discussions were described as exploratory, aimed at gauging sentiment to aid a peaceful settlement of the Germany Russia situation as viewed by informed circles.
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Zeppelin Raid on English Coast Near Ramsgate
London May 17 Announcement from the admiralty says a German dirigible raided Ramsgate this morning, dropping forty bombs and injuring three. It was chased by British fighters toward the West Hinde lightship, attacked near Nieupoort by Dunkirk aircraft, and reportedly severely damaged after Flight Commander Bigsworth dropped four bombs. No casualties among our forces.
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Transylvania Arrives Safe in Scotland
Liverpool May 17 The Cure arline steamship Transylvania arrived safely at Greenock Scotland at 3 o'clock this morning. The vessel sailed from New York with New York City listed as destination but the course was altered to minimize danger from the German war zone.
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