Eight Italian nuns reported killed in Sloutari bombardment
Vienna reports the Reichpost states eight Italian nuns serving as nurses were killed and buried at Sloutari during a bombardment. Swionika notes sixteen transports with 15,000 Servian infantry have sailed for Sangivanni while Constantinople reports Albania expulsion of eight Albanians for attempting to influence a European prince to rule Albania.
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Vienna
Reichpost
Swionika
Sangivanni
Constantinople
Albania
Committee of the Union
Desperate Battle Rumors From Constantinople Front
An official message says a desperate infantry battle is in progress at Chataldja with Turkish forces engaging Bulgarians. The front has advanced five kilometres north of Derkos and captured multiple strategic points.
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Constantinople
Derkos
Cand
Turks Routed at Chataldja by Allied Firepower
Turkish divisions at Chataldja were attacked by artillery and cavalry supported by warships. They made a late attempt to advance but were routed with heavy losses. Two battalions were isolated and driven to the seashore. some fighters escaped by ship.
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Softa
Chataldja
Reinforcements Sail From Salonica for San Giovanni
Sixteen transports with thirteen thousand Servian infantry have sailed from Salonica on March 20 bound for San Giovanni, bolstering forces for the campaign.
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Salonica
San Giovanni
Chataldja Fight Repulsed as Bulgars Hold Line
Sofia reports the Bulgarian centre at Chataldja repulsed the Turkish attack. Five hundred Turks were killed and wounded.
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Sofia
Chataldja
Conversions to Orthodoxy in Austrian Policy
Vienna reports on the Austrian minister in Cettinje being instructed to press for the miscontinuance of forcible conversions of Catholic Albanians in the Thakora district to orthodoxy. The note is dated March 21 with transmission received March 22 8 5 am.
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Vienna
Cettinje
Thakora
Removal of Civilians Reported in Vienna March Nineteenth
In Vienna on March 21 Hull reports satisfaction granted for the detention of the steamer Kodra at Bangiosanni. An Austrian envoy has left for Pola to remove civilians from areas awaiting departure. The situation involves military action and civilian displacements as part of ongoing operations.
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Vienna
Hull
Kodra
Bangiosanni
Pola
A Creek Capture at Tepelinis and Related Actions
The Greeks occupy Tepelinis and seize a cavalry regiment with several guns. Allied response pending due to stalled communications. Captain Blasisheh of the Skodra declines cargo discharge at San Giovanni and refuses Montenegrin orders to aid Sarvian landings. He also refuses rescues after Hamidieh visit and sails away, alleging danger. The Montenegrins threaten fire but Blasisah steams off and is not pursued.
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Athens
Tepelinis
Vienna
Blasiseh
Skodra
San Giovanni
Montenest
Blasisah
Empire Trade Commission praises New Zealand prosperity
Sir Edgar Vincent of the Empire Trade Commission notes strong prosperity in New Zealand. He cites evidence suggesting extended possibilities in agriculture and highlights Wellington and Auckland harbours. He also commends the New Zealand Government, forts organization of evidence, and witnesses for their preparation.
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Sydney
Edgar Vincent
Himpire Trade Commission
New Zealand
Dominion
Wellington
Auckland
Antarctic Heroes Welcome at University Parade
Adelaide March 22 two South Australian Mawson expedition members Moyes and Kennedy were greeted warmly by fellow university students. Undergraduate picketed with odd instruments and paraded the travelers to a bandtrack amid an uproarious reception.
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Adelaide
Messrs Moyes
S Kennedy
Mawson
The Late King
Sokinas a weak minded inebriate native of Seras with mixed parentage. He was twice dismissed from his position as a school attendant and his petition to the King was referred to the proper quarter and rejected.
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Athens
Sokinas
Seras
Death at the Palace After Prince’s Assassination Attempt
Sokinas, a disheveled man described as a drunkard and half Greek, fired at King Nicholas of Greece after a failed attempt on Colonel Frankoudes. The king died in his son’s arms as hospital staff and officials bore him from the scene. Sokinas claimed he wished to die famous before execution.
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Salonica
Sokinas
Frankoudes
Nicholas
Bokinas
Nation to honor late King with monument
Premier Venezelos praised King George's services in the Chamber as Constantine is acclaimed king. World wide condolences have been received and a national monument to the late King is planned.
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Athens
M. Venezelos
George
Constantine
Salonica in a Ferment After King Murder Rumor
March 21 Salonica reports widespread unrest after the alleged murder of the King. The garrison fears Turk revenge and King Nicholas orders strong patrols to prevent clashes and later informs soldiers the assassin was a Greek, though the fact was not yet confirmed.
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Nicholas
King's Address to the Army in Athens
Athens reports King Constantine condemns the assassination as an impious outrage and pledges ongoing devotion to the land and sea forces, recalling his father’s lifetime service to the army.
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Constantine
King's Estate Reported Wealth Across Cities
March 20 report states King George left four million pounds in investments spread across London Paris and Vienna with holdings in multiple financial centers.
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Copenhagen
George
London
Paris
Vienna
Sokinas in America Portrayed as Anarchist Claim
A Greek source claims Sokinas arrived in the United States years ago and worked hard before returning to Greece. The friend notes Sokinas lived quietly in Greece and denied ties to any anarchist school while presenting himself as an anarchist.
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New York
Atlantis
Sokinas
United States
Greece
Turakina’s Cheese Salvage Under Way in Rio Harbor
Rio de Janeiro March 21 The steamer Catalina loads three thousand crates of the Turakina’s cheese, the sole dairy salvage from a recent loss, as supplies move to market.
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Rio Janeiro
Catalina
Australian loans show £13.3 million offered. underwriters take £10.49m
The Daily News reports a glut in Australian securities after holidays. Six loans totaling £13,300,000 were offered with underwriters subscribing £10,486,000. London details given for Victorian and West Australian issues.
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London
Daily News
Westralian
Unknown assailant wounds former minister in Shanghai
Parliamentary representatives were en route to Beijing when a unknown man fired a revolver injuring Sung, former Minister of Education, in Shanghai. He is reported severely wounded as authorities investigate the attack amid tense preparations for Peking.
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Shanghat
Peking
Sung
Easter Ferry Strike Turmoil Hits Sydney Harbor Crowds
Sydney crowds faced massive disruption as ferry services tied up amid ongoing wage disputes. Wages Board delays and a threatened strike left travellers stranded after nine each morning, with many forced to seek trains or return home. Negotiations continue as another conference is slated for tomorrow.
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Sydney
Wages Board
Carmichael
Manly
North Sydney
Willi
Strikemakers Reject Fair Offer After Talks
Representatives of the men met the Ferry Company's manager after the strike began. The company offered to honor any award by the Board retroactive to January 1 if workers returned. The younger, majority faction of strikers rejected the proposal.
Ferry strike tale shows stalled talks and wage board leverage
Mr Carmichael warned of potential trouble and urged contact with ferrymen to avert disruption. After a walkout began the ferry companies offered their previous terms and refused a Carmichael ballot search. Strikers demand wages board action with talks to resume Tuesday while Sydney Ferries Ltd notes their claims exceed current board considerations.
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Carmichael
Carmichiael
Shorter Hours and Higher Wages Debated
Workers push for forty eight hour week and wage increases while the Manly ferry crews refuse to strike. City traffic and Good Friday closures affect the cordial mood as talks continue and idle steamers await a possible settlement. Crowds gather around pier and harbor, small craft hire surges, and peripheral areas lose city communication amid the stalemate.
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Carmichael
Manly
Liane Cove
Public Resentment Flares Amid Community Tensions
A strong sense of resentment grows as community tensions rise over local policy changes. Residents express frustration with perceived inequities while officials urge dialogue and orderly demonstrations.
Ferry strike cripples Sydney holiday travel
Workers face a public holiday pinch as Sydney Ferries services threaten a total halt. Forty five thousand people and police, tramwaymen, and other staff are delayed or unable to reach workplaces after agitation by unions. Government Cabinet to meet on the crisis.
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Sydney
North Sydenham
Manly 1
McG Owen
Sydney Ferries, Ltdl
Unusual Harbor Spectacle Of Small Craft Fleets
Flotillas of small craft crowd the harbour on ferry routes in a rare sight. Passenger charges begin at half a crown and rise to higher fares. The event draws attention to the bustling maritime traffic and local transit practices.
A Corner in Graft Causes Boat Rush at Shore
Early information spurred men to seize boats and launches before owners realized the tie up. Several accidents occurred but none serious amid the scramble for craft. North Shore residents route via Hornsby as tram services are boosted to ease suburban travel.
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Hornsby
Tramway Department
Responsible unions drive strike with broad support
The Firemen's and Deckhands unions lead the nationwide strike with backing from masters and engineers. They are determined and insistent in their demands.
Army aviation progress and new officer pay reforms
London reports Colonel Seely notes slow flying remains key but aerial targets become easier with high angle fire. Britain’s planes reach eighty mph, can slow to forty, and since May officers have flown 82 000 miles in 1550 hours. Announcement of commissions for three year soldiers with outfit funds and yearly pay, plus reduced second lieutenants and £150 000 in allowances to aid promotion costs.
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London
Seely
Britain
Labour Unrest and Firm Stand by Employers
Southern colliery proprietors take a determined stance insisting on obedience to the award. They accuse employees of breaking the fourteen day notice rule and demand return to the award while urging the Government to uphold the law. They warn that widespread violations could render compulsory arbitration a dead letter.
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Sydney
Defence of Empire New Zealand System Recommended
The Imperial Cadet Association Conference at the Guildhall recommends adopting the Dominion's universal training plan and asks the Army Council and education authority to jointly direct the cadet movement provide uniforms and serviceable weapons.
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London
Imperial Cadet Association
Guildhall
Dominion
Army Council and Education
Settlement Hoped For In Southern Miners Strike
Sydney dispatch reports Mr Carmichael hopeful of an early settlement of the southern miners strike and may submit proposals on Tuesday that are considered reasonable and acceptable.
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Sydney
Carmichael
Wrench Proposes Global Naval Defense Plan
Mr Evelyn Wrench, organizer of the Overseas Club, urges that Imperial defence must have Britain safeguard European waters and extend policing to Australasia, Canada, and South Africa. He calls for a decisive reorganization in wartime.
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Sydney
Evelyn Wrench
Overseas Club
Australasia
Canada
South’ Africa
Commonwealth Forces reorganisation outlines war strength plan
Melbourne March 22 Details of the reorganisation of the Commonwealth military forces are published. The key measure brings the fighting force up to war strength in officers and skilled branches so that in emergency privates from the tank corps could be drafted to secure an effective line of defense.
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Melbourne
Wharf Labourers Threaten Wage Increase Plan
Wharf labourers warn of more trouble with shipping firms and plan a special meeting Wednesday to consider a month's notice. Both deep sea and inter state owners support a sixpence per hour wage rise for all from July 1.
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Sydney
Fire at Eaglefield Green House Blamed on Suffragettes
A large house at Eaglefield Green owned by Lady White was destroyed by fire after two women were seen cycling nearby. The blaze started around 10am and burned seven hours, with petrol sprayed through the main stairway and windows left open to aid the flames. Estimated damage reaches £4000. Lady White is currently away on the Riviera and has no ties to the suffrage movement.
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London
Eaglefield Green
Lady White
George White
Wnd
Keya
Wera
Riviera
Sir George White
Labour Council urges federal aid for Mount Lyell disaster fund
The Labour Council adopts a resolution urging the Federal Government to grant at least equal donations to the Mount Lyell Disaster Fund as its contribution to the Scott Fund. A speaker criticizes the government for kowtowing to “lore worship” and for a patriotic mockery in its Scott Fund contribution.
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Sydney
Labour Council
Mount Lyell
Indian Government Warns of Afghan Deception in Australia
The government reports that Afghans lure white women with promises of luxury to travel from Australia to Azel tistan where they are sold to the highest bidder and kept in harsh conditions as household slaves under a life of imprisonment.
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Melbourne
Marcy
Australia
Azel Tistan
High Court Rules Agreement Only Bound by Parent Association
Sydney March 22 The High Court quashes a hairdresser’s conviction for breach of agreement over shop hours. It holds that an agreement between an individual and a branch of an association is not binding. only an agreement with the parent association is enforceable.
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Sydney
High Court
Fire destroys Colf-House in Weston-super-Mare
A fire gutted the Colf-House at Weston-super-Mare with investigators suggesting the blaze resulted from suffrage attacks. No injuries reported as crews battled flames through the night.
Letter from Mrs Pankhurst incites violence found
Correspondence from London dated March 20 reveals a letter from Mrs Pankhurst urging acts of violence and outrage, discovered in Miss Hoc ken's studio.
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London
Tampering With Telephone Wires Suspects Sought
Eighteen trunk telephone wires, each eighty yards long, were removed near Hull. Buffragettes are suspected.
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London
Hull
Mexican Revolt Details On Madero Assassination
San Francisco reports Colonel Alcade a former officer of General Madero says Madero and Suarez were murdered by throttling rather than gunfire. He claims the plot leaked to Madero’s widow before it occurred and that Madero appealed to the American Ambassador who refused to intervene.
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San Francisco
Alcade
Madero
America
Suarez
Masons Elect Leaders and Plan 1915 Auckland Session
In Dunedin on March 22 the Grand Lodge decided the 1915 biennial session will be in Auckland and invited the Grand Lodge of Australasia to hold its next annual meeting there. A silver coffee service was presented to P G Beck of Wellington for two years of service, and to Bro Gray of Auckland on relinquishing office. Officers appointed include G M A Vallentine D G M W Hunter Grand Secretary W Reid. Representatives to the Australasia Grand Lodge are R C Gray W Hunter J Tinton and S C Holdsworth.
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Dunedin
Grand Lodge
C.F
Auckland
Grand Lodge of Australasia
P.G. Beck
Wellington
Bro. Gray
G.M
A. Vallentine
D.G.M
Wm. Hunter
Wm. Reid
Bros
R. C. Gray
W. Hunter
J. Tinton
C. Holdsworth
Gore Church of Christ Holds 24th Annual Enterente
The Gore Church of Christ opened its 24th annual enterente in the Southern District on Friday morning. A new year committee was elected with P D McCallum as chairman and L J Schulenberg as secretary, Rotts ledge treasurer, and council members McDonald J W Stokes Walmer and T Cairns. Mrs H Langford of Christchurch appointed correspondent. The Bible Schools Union Conference met in the afternoon with G F McDonald president and W E Powell secretary. An evening tea and home mission rally followed with Nelda in attendance.
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Gore
Churches of Christ
Ooss
L. €. J. Schulenberg
Rotts Ledge
G. F. McDonald
A. Selland
J.T. Melville
Nelda
Bankers Withdraw from China Loan Arrangements
American bankers announce their withdrawal from the Chinese loan plans due to President Wilson's withdrawal of government support. The president is holding frequent cabinet meetings to decide on recognition of the Chinese republic.
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New ‘York
Wilson
Sydney Royal Show Attendance and Takings Rise
The Sydney Royal Show drew about 92,000 attendees yesterday as March 22 events opened. Official takings totals were reported along with early attendance figures and related notes from the show.
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Sy Tney
Fatal shootings reported at Hororata and Ranipere
Briefs describe two shooting deaths from New Zealand: James Phillips 65 a Coalgate farmer found with fatal gunshot wound in Hororata area while rabbit shooting. John Samuel Ingram 25 died at his father’s home after returning with a revolver in Ranipera in unclear circumstances. A third note reports Mary Ellen Hedgeman 20 injured severely by a railway station fall at Islington.
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Christchurch
Marek St
Hororatas
James Phillips
Coalgate
Phillips
Ranmiera
John Samuel
Ingram
Theullet
Torday
Mary
Ellen Hedgeman
Islington
Pistform
Pom
Mise ‘Hedgeman
Tragic Train Crash Near Dunedin Kills Father of One
Inquest reports a train collision at Gordon Road crossing near Dunedin. Robert Adair, 35, driving a horse and trap, died from injuries. Three girls, Theottham ages nine seven and four, were injured and taken to Dunedin Hospital. No blame assigned to the train driver.
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Dunedin
Robert’ Adair
Mosgiel
Gordon’ Road
Theot~ Tham
Waa Loo
Adair
Motor cycle crash with cab on Jervois Quay injures riders
Wellington March 21 A motor cycle ridden by Andrew Clouston a wharf labourer collided with a hansom cab in Jervois Quay He was with his wife and child in a side car The cycle swerved and caught under the front of the cab Clouston nose broken face cut Mrs Clouston severely shaken the child unharmed The cab was practically damaged
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Wellington
Andrew Clouston
Hanson
Jervois Quay
Clouston
Dolman
Death inquest into Olsen death at Terrace Gaol hospital
An inquest held in Wellington reports the death of Shaman Olsen, 37, who was admitted to Terrace Gaol with alcohol excess. Three days later he was sent to hospital with pneumonia and typhoid fever, which caused his death. The verdict followed the evidence.
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Wellington
Olsen
Terrace
Death of George Hill Result of Assault in Auckland
George Hill a poundkeeper of Upper Queen Street died after injuries from an assault alleged to have been by James Evans. Evans held in custody. a jury ruled Hill died from a blow by Evans. Evans remanded to gaol pending further action.
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Auckland
George Hill
Upper Queen Street
James Evans
Evans
Hill
Auckland Woman Charged After Veronal Incident
Annie Travers, 27, admitted to Auckland Hospital for veronal poisoning, discharged to Parnell Rescue Home. She appeared before S.M. Cutten charged with attempting her own death, remanded for a week for medical observation. The woman was not destitute, with over £50 found among her effects.
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Auckland
Annie Travers
Jumping title from Royal Show sparks Sydney gold
In Sydney on March 22 the Royal Show high jump event yielded Radium first place clearing Ott 4in. Desmond's entry finished second in a concise, weathered track of results with limited readable details.
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Sydney
Desmond
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Empire Trade Commission
Arctic Heroes
King
Turakina
Por -Freas Association
General Cable News
Por Press Association
Warner
Press Association
THE
Responsible Unions
Aviation
Per Press Association
MR Wrench
Commonwealth Forces
the Commonwealth
Per
Preag Association—Copyright
Labour and the Scott. Fund
Weston-super-Mare
Maperg
Church OF Christ
China
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