Holland Protests Lusitania Sinking. Wilson notes delay
The Netherlands protested to Germany over the May 7 Lusitania torpedoing which cost Dutch lives. In Washington President Wilson cited Italy's entry as a reason for Germany's delayed reply and suggested German officials hope their note will satisfy American public opinion.
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Berlin
Wireless link between U S and Germany badly hampered
News from New York reports that wireless communication with Germany is severely handicapped by Atlantic static conditions. Sayville and Tuckerton stations face isolation from their sending plants in Germany, causing fragmentary or indecipherable messages. The aurora borealis and electrical storms are cited as the cause with disruption likely to continue into July.
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Great Western Train Derailment Near Reinbeck Injuries Not Reported
A Chicago Great Western train No. 5 derailed two miles south of Reinbeck after heavy rains loosened a rail. No injuries were reported. the locomotive and several cars left the rails but stayed upright. Conductor Parrott led the train with the engineer and fireman staying at their posts. Passengers from Waterloo including Mrs. C. Q. Lamson and Miss Mary Horner left at Reinbeck.
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Evening Courier
Gladbrook
Uncensored German War News Limited Under Wartime Censorship
The text notes that normal conditions are not restored and uncensored German communications are restricted. News agencies rely on London for regular transmission of the German war office statement amid ongoing censorship.
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Germany
London
German War Office
Miss Genevieve Clark to Wed without Bryan Present
In Bowling Green Missouri the wedding of Miss Genevieve Clark daughter of Speaker Champ Clark to James Melshany Thompson will be held June 12. Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan will not attend as he will not be invited. Most cabinet members and Congress members will receive invitations.
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Ackerman Perjury Trial Opens in Boies Court
The Ackerman perjury trial opens in Judge Boies division with the defendant seated between his wife and mother in law as state witnesses recount the Scribner case and a Metropole hotel beer and cheese luncheon. Key testimony covers Ackerman’s claimed presence on the street car, Goodman’s questions about the Scribner verdict, and discussions of a forthcoming movie venture and funding.
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Goofman
Japan China Sign Far East Treaty Amid US Precaution
The China Japan pact was signed at 3 p m in Peking and a parallel note by the United States seeks to safeguard American rights. Washington reports state the note records understandings without altering treaty terms and preserves future American claims.
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State Department
Italy Buys 11 500 Horses at St Louis
East St Louis, May 25. Representatives of Italy completed the purchase of 11 500 horses, adding to an earlier 8 006. France began filling an order for 20 000 horses, while Britain has bought 26 000 horses and maintains a standing order for 1 200 weekly.
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France
U S Proclaims Neutrality in Italy's War
A May 24 neutrality proclamation from the United States State Department covers entry of all in the European war. The notice appears amid wartime headlines and local advertising for Smoke El Verso and Mavana 10¢ cigars.
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Italy
Washington, D. C
United States
State Department
Germans Invent Typewriter for Armless Person
Berlin by wireless telegraphy to Sayville May 25. The Overseas News Agency Vimday released a report stating a typewriter has been invented for use by one armed persons who will operate it with their feet in place of the hands.
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Sayville
Viday
Berlin Faces Holiday as Italy Declares War on Austria
May 25 Berlin reports no departure plans for the Italian ambassador amid Whitsuntide holidays and no press comment on Italy's declaration of war. Public mood remains calm with holiday outings. demonstrations in the evening cheered Austria-Hungary while security tightened around the embassy and quieted potential protests.
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Germany
Italy
Austria-Hungary
Advange Across Border In Drive For Trieste Amid War News
Austrian warship driven from the coast believed badly damaged. Three small boats report naval engagement. Italians bombard island in the Adriatic. King Victor Emmanuel proposes leading the fight on Italy. Kaiser Wilhelm as potential leader is floated in the crisis.
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Paris
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Gargano
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King Emmanuel
Artillery Battles Rage Along Carnio lo Front
Rome reports Italian forces penetrating Austria and occupying Caporetto and key heights on the Carniolo front, seizing towns including Cormons Cervignano Terzo and advancing along the Friuli border near Trieste. The war office notes Austrian resistance limited but lines hold with Italian naval actions near Ruso.
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Iaongo
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Cervigano
Terzo
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Gulf of Trieste
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Villa Admits Monterey Loss to Carranza Army
Villa authorities admit Monterey fell to Carranza forces after lack of ammunition left defenders unable to resist. State department dispatches today report the city changed hands without a fight.
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Washington, D. C
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