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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
1
The ranking Republican on the House committee is pressing ahead with proposed military legislation. The move signals strong GOP backing as the measure advances through committee review and aims for floor passage in the current session.
A committee bill on conscription is reported to the house, signaling a hard fight ahead for advocates. The measure details draft terms and expected opposition from several factions. Lawmakers prepare briefings as debate nears.
The House adjourned at noon today and will reconvene Monday to begin debate on the Administration Army bill. Leaders expect 2 to 3 days of consideration with majority and minority reports due with the clerk on Saturday.
Washington reports Representative Kahn plans to headline the administration Army bill in the House. He will present Secretary Baker’s letter and a study on England’s volunteer system to argue that experts favor the administration plan over the majority’s.
Washington reports a total net rain of 2375 recruits for the army in yesterday’s War Department bulletin. Illinois led with 247 acceptances, followed by Pennsylvania 240 and New York 222. Missouri 143 and Texas 105. Delaware New Hampshire Utah and Vermont show no results for the day.
Governor Bickett urges all towns with 500 or more inhabitants to start enlistment campaigns from April 23 to 30 to promote navy service. Mass meetings will highlight navy duties and promotion chances, with recruiting stations listed in Wilmington Raleigh Fayetteville Goldsboro Charlotte Greensboro and Winston-Salem.
Secretary Baker authorized 14 citizen training camps to provide intensive military instruction for reserve officers and applicants for commissions in the new war army. Camps open May 1 with courses from May 8 under regular army officers and non commissioned officers.
United Press reports Berlin announces no German submarine in the western Atlantic yet. The Reuters telegram attributing the attack on the American destroyer Smith is dismissed as frivolous and the submarine is described as remaining in the western Atlantic.
A report from Jassy says German forces burned Braila and Fokshani, with Romanian military circles viewing it as a sign of a possible German retirement. The dispatch comes via Petrograd from London.
Associated Press reports in Washington on April 19 that the Administration bill to raise Navy enlisted strength from 87000 to 160000 and Marine Corps from 17400 to 30000 was favorably reported to the Senate by the Naval Committee.
Madrid April 19 via London The fish cabinet hag resigned. The Spanish embassy reports no official notice of resignation and the minister says he cannot estimate the cause of the ministry’s breakup. Dispatches from the ambassador show the country was quiet after earlier workingmen disturbances.
Edmond C. Genet, American aviator and grandson of New York’s former governor, is reported killed near Ham France while escorting Sergeant Raoul Lufberry. Genet, famed for his daring skill and cheery nature, resided in Ossining New York.
Washington April 19 Congressmen Godwin returned to Washington after a ten day absence to discuss stimulating the country's food supply for the United States, its allies, and devastated Europe. Details of the plans were left with the President for consideration at his convenience.
A Scandinavian steamship was torpedoed with all hands lost except Captain Karstein Olsen. The submarine surfaced after the hit and 29 people drowned as witnesses offered no aid. Norwegian press criticizes the incident and urges neutrals to sever trade with Germany to curb exports.
London April 19 Chancellor Bonar Law said a secret session of the House will be held with the date announced next week The discussion will include the Greece situation now under allied review He noted the United States has not yet been asked to participate but will be consulted once arrangements are ready
A Reuters dispatch from Melbourne reports a new comet sighting on Tuesday. William Berri, prominent American publisher and NY State Regent, died in Brooklyn after a long illness at age 68? 69. He was with his family on his final day.
Hobart Oklahoma April 19 reports from the tornado that swept three counties of Southwestern Oklahoma show the death of one woman Mrs Grissom near Snyder and injury of at least nine others in that vicinity The path also touched Altus Tipton and Manitou with a reported fatality but most damage occurred in rural areas
Community appeal urges attendance to support veterans. Organizers ask all locals to join in Friday morning activities to honor service members and discuss aid opportunities.
Washington reports in April that the American navy is swiftly assuming the patrols organized with British and French aid along the U S coast. The move consolidates maritime security and marks a shift in coastal defense responsibilities.
Paris reports that Germany sunk four Belgian relief ships loaded with wheat off Holland within four days. The French government asks King of Spain to press Berlin to confirm if Germany will respect relief commission ships or assume responsibility for hindering humanitarian work. The American commission for relief in Belgium has protested the sinkings.
Richmond Virginia April 19 W D Cardwell former speaker of the Virginia House of Representatives has been appointed Lieutenant Commander in the Naval Volunteers He left for the Norfolk navy yard for duty Cardwell long chaired the House Committee on Chesapeake bay and its tributaries a veteran hunter and fisherman who knows Virginia waters well
Rishon Thomas C. Darst will preach the baccalaureate sermon next Sunday morning in Warsaw North Carolina. Hon. Tasker Polk will deliver the literary address Monday evening. There will be no services at the Methodist church on Commencement Sunday.
Rob ert Price an 18 year old private in New Jersey National Guard Company B Second Regiment was mortally wounded by a shot from bushes while on duty guarding a railroad bridge near Yardville New Jersey early today He was taken to a hospital in Trenton where physicians said he could not live The search is continuing for the shooter
Boston April 19 the navy yard announced no credence to reports from three coast guard stations on Cape Cod claiming heavy gun fire off the coast there was no naval engagement and no salutes with foreign vessels the morning reports originated from Cape Cod and a naval radio district lieutenant said no further reports were received by coast guard stations explanations offered were inconclusive and no origin identified
Charles Forbes a Bermuda native was arrested for hopping a freight train and suspected of spying. He was tried before Magistrate H C Canaday and jailed 30 days for the train offense. Authorities will probe alleged remarks at Hampstead.
Representatives from several Georgia cities met in Savannah to discuss boosting food crops. The Savannah chamber of commerce called the meeting and Mayor Pierpont welcomed attendees at the opening session. Discussion focused on current emergencies in the South, cooperation, and meeting rising food demand.
Capitol police found the door of the Senate Committee on Naval Affairs room forced during the night. Clerks reported no confidential information inside after a hurried check. The door was badly splintered and guards have been increased. entrance during non session hours remains difficult as an investigation begins.
Paris reports say General Nivelle’s forces break the German line from Soissons to Rheims, capturing guns and prisoners as Kampf forces retreat. Allied gains include extensive artillery success and renewed efforts along the Aisne and Champagne fronts.
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