Government to investigate canals on Atlantic coast
Representative John H. Small announces a congressional inspection of intercoastal waterways from New York to Jacksonville to ease railroad congestion. Wilmington and other Eastern Carolina towns urged to prepare data supporting barge and towboat traffic, with the investigation to visit towns along the canal route.
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United Methodist Church urged to unify against evil
Secretary of the Navy Daniels urged a Militant Methodists' consolidation of the northern and southern churches at the Methodist Episcopal church, south general conference in Atlanta. He argued for one organization to mobilize 7,000,000 communicants, stressing solidarity, sacrifice, and a religious leadership role amid wartime upheaval.
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General Maurice Retired After Controversial Letter
London May 11 General Maurice former director of military operations has been retired by the army council. His breach of regulations by writing and publishing a letter questioning Lloyd George and Bonar Law led the council to place him on retired pay. The affair follows his "where is Blucher" interview and public accusations against the premier and exchequer.
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Lord Reading Calls for Further Sacrifices in War Effort
The unnamed source reports that Lord Reading urges continued sacrifices to ensure victory, asserting that right shall prevail despite Allied setbacks and the ongoing war.
Reading warns Americans on optimism amid war effort
Lord Reading told Washington reporters at the National Press Club that great sacrifices are needed until a just lasting peace is secured. He urged people not to be elated by victories or discouraged by defeats, stressing Britain's and France's alliance and America's swift support in the war. He praised press responsibility and warned against false optimism.
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Clark Speaks at Wayne Indiana Campaign Rally
In Wayne Indiana George Clark addresses supporters amid open campaigning for the Democrats. He argues Republicans must win control of the House with 85 Senate seats, cites Democratic legislation and predicts a Democratic House and administration, urging unity and defense of the party record.
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Policy of Unity Proves Effective
A feature highlights the British naval force as the week’s centerpiece, praising unity as a key element of strength and strategy. The piece emphasizes coordinated effort and disciplined leadership shaping naval operations and national resilience.
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Secretary Baker Visits Camp Green Charlotte
Washington reports Secretary of War Baker left with General Black and Inspector General Chamberlain to inspect Camp Green in Charlotte North Carolina. The post has suffered mud and poor conditions and a plan for improvements will be made tomorrow with possible camp relocation to alternative sites.
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Exterminator Wins Kentucky Derby Under Slippery Track
Louisville Kentucky May 11 Exterminator owned by W H Kilmer captured the Kentucky Derby the premier turf event with a 20000 purse awarding 16000 to the winner Three year olds raced for the prize Escoba finished second Viva America third The track was slippery Teuton Emperors to Meet Copenhagen May 11 German Chancellor von Hertling and Foreign Minister von Kuehlmann traveled to Emperor Karls HQ for a reported Austro German imperial conference.
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Navy reports two casualties in latest release
The Navy Department lists two fatalities: James Joseph Hiff of Philadelphia and Richard Calvin McCalls of Johnson City Tennessee. McCalls, a chief quartermaster, died from burns in a sea plane crash. Hiff died from wounds sustained in a stabbing affray.
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Allied Unity Strengthened as Lloyd George Survives Challenge
The article reports that Lloyd George's government survived a Commons challenge tied to Major General Maurice's charges. It notes a strengthened unity under General Foch, with British naval actions near Ostend and Zeebrugge, and optimistic implications for Allied effort. It cites American reinforcement in France and German strategic setbacks as context.
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Penn Crew Sweeps Yale On Henley Course
The University of Pennsylvania crews defeated Yale in both varsity and freshman races on the Schuylkill. The varsity beat Yale by five lengths in 6 minutes 20 seconds. the freshmen won by three-quarters of a length in 7 minutes 14 seconds.
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No Need for New Revenue Says Congress May Act Next December
Washington May 11. The Ways and Means Committee sees no present need for a further revenue bill this session. If introduced, Congress will not adjourn before October, but December may bring clearer treasury needs and possible spending cuts if war prospects improve.
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Yale Outclasses Harvard Nines In Major Contest
Cambridge Mass May 11 Yale beat Harvard 5 0 as Talcott the Yale pitcher used a fast drop that baffled Harvard hitters He struck out ten walked none and allowed two hits while Harvard produced a dismal batting effort The crowd was about two thousand and the usual display of bright dresses was missing from the war year game
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Soldiers in Picardy Write Home to Mothers
In Picardy on May 10 hundreds of American soldiers prepared letters to mothers back home. Men paused in dugouts and trenches to write during spare moments, some learning of mothers’ deaths since arrival in France and seeking permission to write to other relatives. Y M C A and Salvation Army members assisted with arrangements for writing and mailing, guiding letters to mothers or other family members.
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