Western Front Bloodshed Rises as Allied Pushes Continue
Fighting across France grows toward a general engagement from the North Sea to the Swiss border. British and French forces press near Lens and St Quentin while a major artillery duel rages from Rheims to Lorraine. German resistance slows advances, 475 British prisoners taken and 29 guns captured amid heavy fighting. A general strike and riots erupt in Berlin as reports reach Amsterdam.
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British Hold on Cities as Haig Reports Progress
London April 16 British Caltiots remain in streets and Haig’s troops reach outskirts of Lens and St Quentin area. Germans reinforce and defend mines and factories to aid defense. Haig reports capture of Villeret northwest of St Quentin, while overall fall of towns not yet announced.
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Bond Bill Up in Senate Tomorrow
The administration's seven billion dollar revenue bill, already passed by the House, was approved today by the Senate Finance Committee and will be taken up in the Senate tomorrow for passage.
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Washington
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Senate Finance Committee
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Hungary Premier Tisza replies on United States war
In a Budapest House of Magnates interpellation Premier Tisza states that the United States has declared war and Japan fate is clear. He warns against repeating statements that could weaken the war aims of the alliance and calls for acceptance of the existing declaration. He adds that no one intends to meddle in Russia's internal affairs.
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Russia
Divine Blessing on American Aid in Manchester Service
A special service will be held in Manchester cathedral next Friday to invoke a divine benediction on strengthened ties between Great Britain and the United States. The Lord Mayor will attend in his official capacity representing the city.
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Turkey intern Gunboat Scorpion interned per international law
London reports an official Turkish War Office statement that the American gunboat Scorpion has been interned in Turkish waters. Washington notes the action follows international rules allowing belligerent vessels to be held if they do not depart port. The Scorpion faced departure attempts via the Black Sea, while Turkey cited Russian dominance of the sea and allied tensions with Germany.
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Switzerland
Embargo Bill Proposed by House Commerce Committee Chairman
The House commerce committee introduced a war embargo bill empowering the President to forbid exports when it serves the public interest. The measure, led by Chairman Adam, aims to grant broad authority for international trade restrictions in wartime or strategic situations.
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Adam
House
Censor Board Opens Publicity Bureau Meeting
Washington officials report the new government publicity bureau led by Secretarys Lansing Baker and Daniels along with Georges Creel met to outline a course of action. The aim is to inform the public about government actions while avoiding direct censorship and to set clear guidelines after consulting newspaper representatives.
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Georges Creel
Wilson
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Bryan Called On President During War Service Offer
President Wilson received William J. Bryan at the White House in the morning. Bryan reiterated his offer to serve the government during the war and declared his intention to support any government plan, while declining to discuss conscription specifically.
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Washington
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William J. Bryan
White House
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Wilson Appeals to American People Prominently Noted
London reports in the evening press feature President Wilsons appeal printed in full. The Westminster Gazette calls it a direct response to the war crisis praising its heartfelt focus and practical counsel, noting it resonates with allied nations and improves understanding of the fundamental situation.
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Associated Press
London
Wilson
Westminster Gazette
Bakers foresee 20 cent bread within a year
G F McDonald president of the National Master Bakers Association predicted 20 cent bread within a year. He spoke at the South eastern master bakers convention opening in Jacksonville where the event was to be open to women and speaker Mrs Frank E Jennings of Jacksonville was listed.
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Associated Press
Jacksonville
Fla
G. F. McDonald
Memphis
National Master Bakers’ Association
McDonald
Southeastern Master Bakers’ Association
Frank E. Jennings
July Wheat Gains Another Jump At Close
Chicago traders watched July wheat rise to 2.00 a bushel near the close, an advance from Saturn of 0.12 cents. May wheat climbed to about 2.37344 as the market ended the day with gains.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Saturn
German activity evidence in Mexico reported
Joseph P. Griffen of Chicago’s Board of Trade is expected to join the National Council of Defense Commission of Economy. The panel aims to mobilize commercial interests for efficient distribution of war commodities nationwide.
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Joseph P. Griffen
Board of Trade of Chicago
Commission of Economy
National Council of Defense
German influence activities in Mexico amid anti US propaganda
Washington reports show German operatives pushing anti American sentiment in Mexico and pressuring the Mexican government. Mexico suppresses favorable coverage and German agents target materials aiding Germanys enemies. A report claims twelve thousand barrels of Eagle Oil Company oil were burned at Minatitlan.
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Associated Press
Washington
Mexico
United States
Entente
el Universal
Germany
Eagle Oil Company
Minatitlan
Arrests in Turkistan shake Russian provincial command
General Alexis Kuropatkin governor general of Turkistan and senior officers Yeorsoff Sivers and Buroff Tsuro millen were seized by a soldiers delegates council. They face charges of arming Russians in various districts to deter natives, an act deemed provocative. Colonel Tcherkens named temporary Turkistan commander. Kuropatkin led Russian forces in Manchuria at war start.
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Tashkent
Russia
London
Alexis Kuropatkin
Turkistan
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Sivers
Council of Soldiers
Buroff
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Tcherkens
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Manchuria
Mexico's Neutral Policy Amid World War Tensions
President Carranza defends strict neutrality in the European war while noting friendly ties with all nations. He recalls the February 11 neutral communication urging peace and discusses efforts to resume diplomatic relations with the United States after the Vera Cruz incident and Villa raid. He condemns the Columbus clash as war, yet highlights corrective steps and continued cordial relations despite the arms embargo.
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Wilson to receive British and French commissioners this week
President Wilson will host the British commissioners led by Foreign Secretary Balfour at the White House on Wednesday to discuss war conduct. He will also receive the French commissioners including Viviani and Joffre if they have arrived. Official delegations from the army and navy will welcome both groups.
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Washington
Wilson
White House
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Joffre
Frechmen
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Navy
Students to Have More Training Time
Columbia South Carolina April 16 The athletic advisory board at the University of South Carolina votes to extend military training time by cancelling intercollegiate contests after the baseball game with the University of North Carolina next Saturday.
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Associated Press
Columbia
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University of South Carolina
University of North Carolina
Woman volunteers to fund flag for Bunker Hill monument
Miss Goldie Sharak of Boston offered to raise funds when the association managing the Bunker Hill granite shaft reported no money for a flag and pole. The gift will enable a flag to fly over the Charleston district landmark during wartime.
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Associated Press
Boston
Mass
Goldie Sharak
Bunker Hill
Charleston
Government Takes Over River Steamers
Newport News April 16 The Old Dominion Steamship Company said river steamers Smithfield and Pocahontas were requisitioned by the government and service to points they served would be discontinued. The Pocahontas ran daylight trips between Richmond Norfolk via Newport News and the Smithfield operated between Smithfield Norfolk via Newport News.
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Newport News
Old Dominion Steamship Company
Smithfield
Pocahontas
Richmond
Norfolk
Narragansett Oil Steamer Sunk By U Boat Off Irish Coast
The 9196 ton British tank steamship Narragansett owned by Anglo American Oil was torpedoed and sunk near the Irish coast. Officals in New York say no official confirmation yet but multiple unofficial reports reach the city. Built in 1903 at Greenock Scotland the vessel was 512 feet long and could carry 11000 tons of oil.
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Associated Press
New York
Anglo-American Oil Company
E. A. Eames
Greenock
Scotland
Farmers Should Show Patriotism
President Wilson calls on farmers to demonstrate patriotism during wartime by resisting cotton prices and aiding national feeding efforts. He urges unity, economy, and efficiency as the nation mobilizes, with navy and army expansion as core tasks in the World War context.
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Associated Press
Washington
Wilson
South
British Capture of Enemy Posts Revisited
An Associated Press dispatch from Amsterdam cites Berlin reports that Arras region settlements British claimed as captured were areas Germans had evacuated days earlier. The dispatch questions English press claims of piercing the Hindenburg line, noting efforts targeted old 1915 positions and ultimately failed.
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Amsterdam
London
Berlin
Arras
Hindenburg
Hindenburg Lines
Riot and strike report from Berlin unsettles travelers
London dispatches say travelers arriving in Holland report a general strike began in Berlin and riots were taking place in the German capital. The Amsterdam to Central News Agency item notes unrest as of the morning.
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London
Holland
Germany
Amsterdam
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Berlin
Navy orders dismantling of all nongovernment radio stations
The Secretary of the Navy ordered all wireless telegraph stations not operated by the government closed for the duration of the war. Owners face equipment confiscation for noncompliance, and defiant operators may be deemed enemy aliens. Public notice urged to inform all persons of the new requirements.
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United States
German Submarine Output Questioned by Norwegian Shipbuilder
A letter from O C Dahl of Christiania to his nephew Dr Andrews in Latvia claims Germany has not given orders to build submarines after May 1. Written in February, the note says Norway continues to build until May 1 but implies possible US impact if no new orders come.
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Boston
Mass
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Citania
Germany
O. C. Dahl
Christiania
Andrews
Iiania
Dahl
United States
Increased Food Stuffs Campaign Aims for 20 000 Members
The Associated Press reports Raleigh April 15 that North Carolina agricultural clubs launch a campaign to recruit 20 000 members to boost food production. The effort targets county clubs and promises intensified activities toward higher output.
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Associated Press
Raleigh, N
Supreme Court Hears War Ship Dispute Involving Kronprinzessin Cecile
The Supreme Court reconvenes on April 16 to hear oral arguments on a case arising from wartime actions. A breach of contract dispute between New York banks and the German liner Kronprinzessin Cecile centers on the ships recently taken by the government.
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Associated Press
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