Ruhr insurgents face German demand for unconditional support
Berlin demands unconditional recognition of the constitutional government and restoration of police, with immediate prisoner releases or risk of armed intervention. In Paris, communist leaders seek a truce while Ludwig, a Jewish worker, boosts the Ruhr Red Army to about 50 000 with 200 000 recruiting.
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Per
Press Association
Berlin
Ruhr
Paris
Wisen
Exchange Telegraph
Hagen
Ludwig
Lenin
Russia
Ludwi
Red Army
Germany
Holland
Luxemburg
Lippe
German Troops Penetrate Ruhr Neutral Zone
Paris report from Le Temps states that 10,000 German troops crossed into the Ruhr basin within the neutral zone. The development marks a significant advance as Allied powers monitor the region for further actions and potential escalation.
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Paris
le Temps
Ruhr
Treacherous Reds Attack Wesel After Armistice
Official: despite the armistice Reds attacked Wesel killing three civilians. They agreed to retire behind the Siype river and surrender arms but opened fire on the force sent to collect them.
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Borlin
Sorelay
Wesel
Siype
Feisal outlines Syria independence aim and French troop withdrawal
In a March interview Emir Feisal says Arabian aspirations demand action now and Syria seeks independence with a constitutional government. He clarifies the move is not an ultimatum but a statement of Syria's wishes and requests France's aid and advice.
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Per
Press Association
Paris
Emir Feisal
Syria
France
Edvica
Concrete ship program abandoned by Swan Hunter firm
Swan, Hunter and Company have halted concrete ship construction. The firm says the ships are a complete failure, costing double that of steel ships and taking twice as long to build.
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Per Press Association
London
Murch
Swan, Hunter and Company
Ulldi
Australian tariff details stir London business circles
London reports reveal Australian mercantile leaders cautiously backing tariff changes. They favor embargo removal and preferential treatment for Britain and Dominions but warn of shipping and tonnage constraints that could raise freight and limit exports. Wool lens and high production costs may shield English cloths. Australia lacks machine capacity for high end fabrics.
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Per
Press Association
London
Britain
Dominions
Australia
My Tredwen
Australian Merchants’ Association
Europe
Australian Press Association
England
Beer Bottle House Stands in Tom pah Nevada
A Nevada dwelling once drew attention for its construction from over ten thousand beer bottles. Built by two miners amid timber scarcity, the house showcased an unconventional method of using discarded bottles as the primary building material.
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Tompah
Nevada
Another Thurles Murder Shocks Thurles Baker Shot Dead
London reports James McCarthy a baker in Thurles was shot dead after midnight on Friday by an unknown assailant. His brother accuses the police of misconduct.
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London
James McCarthy
Thurles
Ringleader Sought Arms for Sinn Fein from Hamburg
After a gun seizure authorities detained two ship captains and uncovered a plan to supply the Sinn Feiners with large quantities of arms. The ringleader operates from Hamburg posing as a German nobleman.
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London
Admiralty
Hamburg
Terror in Ireland Feared as Assassins Operate in Gangs
Reported Irish outrages describe killers forming gangs with ten crack shots to target victims while others guard positions. Evidence suggests large payments to murder gangs and constant surveillance at Dublin Castle. High officials are kept inside the Castle for safety as a Nationalist MP receives a black cross warning.
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London
Dublin Castle
Sunday Express
House of Commons
Free Ireland
Turks seek refuge at Greek frontier to avoid Bulgarian draft
Western Thrace frontier posts report many Turks asking to enter Greece to escape recruitment by the Bulgarian army. London dispatch notes shipowners protest railway delays and congestion raising costs. a plan calls for three eight hour shifts to maximize rolling stock. New York reports Bernard Shaw refused a $1 million offer for film rights citing heavy taxation reducing value.
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Athens
Thrace
London
New York
Bernard Shaw
Bolsheviks Take Novorossisk as Evacuation Completes
The War Office says Bolsheviks captured Novorossisk on Saturday. British authorities evacuated many families officers wounded and others to avoid reprisals. General Denikin refused armistice and left aboard a Russian destroyer as evacuation finished with rear guard actions. The British Mission embarked safely intact.
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Per
Press Association
London
War Office
Novorossisk
Black Sea
Denikin
Soviet courier captured with Zinoviev documents in Riga
The State Department reports from Riga that a Soviet courier was seized carrying papers signed by Zinoviev urging the American Communist party to overthrow the bourgeoisie. The courier aimed for the United States and called for dissolution of the American Federation of Labour and creation of a Communist Party allied with the T.W.W. and One Big Union movement.
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Washington
State Department
Riga
Zinoviev
American Communist Party
United States
American Federation of Labour
T.W.W
Poles Open Peace Talks with Moscow Via W Wire
A Polish dove sent a brief W wire message to Moscow announcing Poland is willing to negotiate peace. The note arrived March 31 at 10 30 a m and signals a potential shift toward diplomatic settlement during the war.
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Paris
Moscow
Polish Wireless States Bolshevik Offensive Repulsed
A Polish wireless dispatch from London dated March 29 reports continued resistance to Bolshevik forces with marked success. The enemy is said to be repulsed everywhere with heavy casualties and sanitary losses. Prisoners and touch booty are claimed.
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London
Letts and Peace Press Peace Talks In Moscow Wire
Moscow March 29 The Lettonian government has sent a wireless wire agreeing to the proposed peace negotiations with the Soviet government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Deniken's Heavy Losses From Bolshevik Report
A Bolshevik wireless dispatch claims South Russia losses include 1,002,000 prisoners. They report 380 guns and 200,000 rifles captured along with large quantities of benzine and naphtha between February 18 and March 26.
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London
Russia
Bolsheviks Ahead of Major Polish Attack
Berlin reports a predicted Bolshevik assault on Poland within three weeks with an army of about half a million mobilized and ready for action.
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Berlin
Ex Grand Duke Interviewed in Italy
The Chicago News correspondent in Italy quoted ex Grand Duke Nicholas saying Russia saved the Allies but must now save herself unaided. He warned against a Romanoff counter revolution and urged action to stop Red Terror at Russia's frontiers.
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New York
Chicago News
Italy
Nicholas
Russia
Australian Premiers Conference Postponed Amid NSW Election Uncertainty
Sydney reports postpone the State Premiers Conference set for April 26 due to NSW election uncertainty. Namur seat results show J T Crane defeated. Melbourne notes end of government control of ships wool and wheat by end of June. Printers strike talks fail amid arbitration options.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Melbourne
Government Purchases Overseas and Anzac Commemoration Plans
March 31 report notes unsettled status on overseas government purchases and continued control. Critics oppose lifting butter import limits while overseas markets remain restricted. Australian and New Zealand officials set Anzac Day service at St Clement Danes on April 25 and a soldiers reunion at Australia House on April 26.
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New Zealand
St. Clement Danes
Australia House
Funeral on the Renown for Gunner Lush at Barbados
After Gunner Lush fell overboard on March 24, the Renown halted for a solemn funeral on the forecastle deck with 1400 crew, the Prince of Wales and staff in uniform, the chaplain leading Abide With Me, and the Last Post. The ship then proceeded to Barbados, escort by Calcutta with Admiral Everett aboard, where the Prince hosted a dinner and dance for the Governor and leading residents.
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Per
Press Association
Barbados
Marrh Gy
H.M.S. Renown
Lush
2A Bugier
Renown
Calcutta
Admiral Everett
Prince
The Royal Carriage and Prince of Wales NZ Rail Visit
The Prince of Wales will travel New Zealand by rail for about 27 days with a comfortable royal carriage, refurnished from the Governor General’s train. The set includes lounge drawing room, dining room, bedroom, and kitchen, with Gobelin blue lounge and Jacobean dining room. An Ingeage train will precede and another follow for important country figures.
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Prince of Wales
New Zealand
Farewell to Mr E Grover Methven Station Master
Gentlemen in the Methven district gathered in A and P rooms to say goodbye to Mr E Grover station master who departs for Christ church to join the booking office. Toasts, music, and gifts honored his railway service and district goodwill. Welcome for his successor Mr Fasece concluded the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methven
E. Grover
Christchurch
H. Maginness
A. Ti. Henderson
M. G. Irwin
H. D. Tomlinson
Eldridge
P .G. Doherty
Maginness
Grover
Magioness
Henna
Mahood
Dart
Leck
Green
Invin
Stewart
Doherty
Stone
Tomlinson
Holland
Methven Bowling Club
Lack
North Canterbury Co-operative Treering, Export, and Agency Company
Kenna
Mr Fasece
Quiet Ashburton wedding at Presbyterian Church
A calm ceremony was held at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. G. Miller officiating. Bridegroom Elliott Collard Stock of Ashburton and Miss Hisie Topping of Peter Street West Ashburton exchanged vows. Mrs Topping hosted a reception at the Orange Ball and the couple later departed for Dunedin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
G. Miller
Elliott Collard Stock
Ashburton
Hisie Topping
Andrew Topping
Peter Street West
Amy Elliott
Auckland
Topping
Stock
Dunedin
King Dismisses Cabinet in Copenhagen Spark
Copenhagen reports unprecedented political upheaval as the King dismisses the Cabinet amid extreme excitement. The move shocks lawmakers and triggers widespread speculation about future governance and reforms.
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Copenhagen
Wade's Worm Eige Product Review Note
A historical notice highlights Wade's Worm Eige as a reliable remedy for worm issues. The text promotes a specific treatment option described as effective and pleasant for users seeking parasite control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wade
Eige
Floods devastate Paparoa valley in New Zealand
A Herald representative describes the Paparoa valley flood that overwhelmed low areas, knocked down buildings, and caused multiple drownings and rescues. Four inches of rain fell after prior precipitation as towns faced debris, landslides, and a dangerous current with several residents saving others at great personal risk.
Government relief planned for Auckland flood victims
Wellington March 80 The Government to provide relief for flood victims in the north of Auckland. Hon J G Coates MP and a Public Works official left Wellington to inspect needs and authorize urgent clothing and other supplies. Reports say floods are more extensive than previously indicated.
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Wellington
Auckland
J. G. Coates
Public Works Department
A Father’s Ordeal at Paparoa Flood Inquest
In Auckland on March 31, Matthews described fleeing floodwaters during the Paparoa tragedy. He swam with his youngest child to the bank as the water rose to a wire fence, then saved his wife and four children on a roof before the house washed away. He drowned briefly but recovered, with one child still lost beyond reach. The inquest verdict blamed drowning by flood due to excessive rainfall.
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Auckland
Herald
Paparoa
Huaorea
Huarau Tunnel
Mathews
Cook
Charities Chapman
James Mathews
Tom Grogan
James Tate
Mr Grogan
Mr Tate
Charles Chapman
Grogan
Tate
Matthews
Cricketers Tie With Geraldine After Tight Duel
Lismore and Mayfield players meet Geraldine for the second time this season in a drawn encounter. Scores show Sharpe senior Cormack and Callaghan among scorers, with Mayfield contributors including Boaler Sewell and McCannstand. Extras boost total to a modest score while several players failed to repeat earlier form.
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Lismore
Mayfield
Hinds Defeat Lismore on Lismore Pitch by innings and five runs
Hinds wins by an innings and five runs after both teams clash on the Lismore pitch. First and second Lismore innings show W Johnstone and G Addis among top scorers while Hinds’ bowlers Montgomery and Horrell claim key dismissals. A return match is slated for April 10 at Hinds with scores indicating a dominant performance by the visitors.
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Lismore
Hinds
Ismore
W. Johnstone
W. Lister
Dalton
Johnstone
McCausland
Montgomery
HH. Ashton
Bore
Henry Johnstone
Horrell
J. Belt
G. Addis
D. ‘Green
Worrell
B. Goldsmith
H. Ashton
Ord. Bell
D. Green
IE. Goldsmith
K. Johnstone
Rinds
Roland Dalton
J. Dorrell
S. Holland
Ww. Johnstore
Hi Montgomery
B. Lister
D. Bird
Ashburton Chooses Team to Meet Riccarton Club
Ashburton selects a representative side for a weekend match against Riccarton Club to be played at the Domain Ashburton. The listed players include HR G Boddington TE J Chapman P O Orr G Harper Grubb Fryer Carter Gwen G McKenzie RE Drennen and Ockleshaw with emergencies RE McKenzie J Nicoll and M Keeley.
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Ashburton
Riccarton Club
the Domain, Ashburton
HR. G. Boddington
P.O. Orr
G. Harper
Grubb
Fryer
Carter
Gwen
G. McKenzie
RE. Drennen
Ockleshaw
RE. McKenzie
J. Nicoll
M. Keeley
Ashburton High Domain Oval Mile Results
Ashburton High School concluded activities at Domain Oval with senior and junior mile events. In the One Mile Senior Handicap G Morrison led, R Dunlop second, C Pickford third, R Beaumont fourth, with a school record time of 5 min 9 5 sec. In the One Mile Junior Handicap C Fenston won, W Deal second, W Murdoch third, J Robilliard fourth, time 5 min 48 sec.
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Ashburton
Domain Oval
G. Morrison
Ser
R. Dunlop
C. Pickford
R. Beaumont
Smin
C. Fenston
W. Deal
W. Murdoch
J. Robilliard Tech
Details of Boat Race Show Cambridge Victory
Details from the University boat race report crowds filled the river as Cambridge led most of the course with Oxford chasing. Cambridge finished with a time of twenty one minutes eleven seconds and Cambridge scored 43 to Oxford 5½ in the athletic contest at Queen's Club Saxon of Cambridge finished third in the long jump.
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London
Cambridge
Oxford
Beverley Brook
Nile Post
Hammersmith Bridge
Surrey Shore
Duke’s Meadows
Middlesex Bank
Barnes Bridge
Queen’s Club
Saxon
Aston Villa Edges Chelsea In Cup Semi Final
Aston Villa defeated Chelsea 3 2 in the English Cup semi final in London on March 27. Stein also led a Bristol City win by 1 0 in the other semi final.
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London
Aston ‘Villa
Chelsea
Stein
Bristol City
Public Works Portfolio Shifts in New Zealand Government
The Hon. J. Coates will take over Public Works from Sir William Fraser tomorrow while remaining Postmaster General. He will transfer the Justice Department to Hon RE Lee at the earliest. The Presbyterian Synod appoints Dr John Elder to the Chair of History at the University of Otago. Dr Elder, 39, graduated in 1902 with first class honours in English, literature, and history.
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Coates
William Fraser
Justice Department
RE. P. Lee
Presbyterian Synod
John RR. Elder
Aberdeen
University of Otago
Elder
Nazol Used Against Cold Inhalation Treatment Claim
A fragment notes Nazol as a quick remedy for a cold, mentioning taking or inhaling the medicine and suggesting early use. The text references fouls or errors around Nazol usage.
Coal Miners to ballot on Government wage offer
The Coal Miners conference after the executive report decided to submit questions to ballot among all miners with a return date of April 15. The main issue asks whether to accept the Government offer of a 20 percent wage rise plus a guaranteed minimum per shift for adults and youth pay scales for those under 18. The offer, estimated to cost 35 to 38 million annually, takes effect from March 16.
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Press Association
London
Coal Miners
Danish Employers Lock Out Planned for April 9
The Danish Employers' Association announces a general lock-out starting April 9 due to workers demands for higher wages. All nonessential factories will close while the Labour Party is expected to order a general strike.
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Copenhagen
Danish Employers’ Association
Labour Party
NZ Railwaymen await Massey talk as strike votes loom
Wellington reports no new developments in the rail workers dispute as an interview with Mr Massey is planned after the Foster holidays. A ballot by the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants closes April 17 on accepting Stringer’s report or calling a strike, while some propose a third option. The January 1 bonus from Mr Justice Stringer will be paid next payday, though younger militants may refuse it.
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Per Prees Association
Wellington
My Massey
Amalgamated Society of Hailway Servants
Justice Stringer
Railway Department
Warder Be. J. Adams Killed at Rochester Borstal
An inquest found warder BE J Adams killed at Rochester Borstal by inmate Frederick James Smith aged 18 who escaped after the assault. Smith admitted planning to seize a key and escape with Scott, while Dr Ahearne noted prior birching and sullen conduct. The jury returned a verdict of wilful murder against Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
BE. J. Adams
Smith
Scott
West Malling
Adams
Ahearne
Borstal
County of London
Wilfel
Various World Factoids and Obituaries in Brief
The snippet notes diverse items: Australians eat more meat than Britons. Mauna Loa crater spans 20 miles with lava flows up to 50 miles long. Britain tobacco uses split by cigarettes pipes and cigars. It records the death of Mr George Nokes J P known as the Bishop of Whitechapel at 59 and Mrs Johanna Lambert aged 106 as London’s oldest resident. also mentions Roman shaving origins tied to Scipio Africanus.
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Mauna Loa
Hawaii
George Nokes
J.P
Whitechapel
Carrington
Mile End
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Wiel
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REDS
Deniken
J. T. Crane
Namur
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Arbitration Court
Labour
anti-Labour
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Hughes
Adelaide
Anstey
Myr Harvey
Peake
Wood Ministry
Voyage
MR E. Grover
Geraldine
Seraldine
Sharpe
Cormack
Lister Semple
Patterson És
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Whiting
C. Callaghan
Patterson Bennett
Lister
Sheldon
Gaulter
Shek Dixon
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Vost
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A. Williams
Benmark
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Scipio Africanus
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