Germany Planned Alliance With Mexico and Japan
The Associated Press reports Germany planned a wartime alliance with Mexico and Japan to attack the United States if neutrality failed. Zimmerman instructed Von Eckhardt to inform Carranza and suggest Japan’s involvement, with Mexico reconquering New Mexico Texas and Arizona and Germany mediating. The note ties Bernstorff to the plot and cites Mexico’s anti American moves and German influence in Mexico amid submarine warfare threats.
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Germany
Mexico
Japan
United States
Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
Bernstorf
Eckhardt
Associated Press
Washington
von Eckhardt
Mexico City
Zimmerman
Berlin
Carranza
Bernstorff
Ee “Olena
England
Entente
Jules Gamban
Ite
Mexican
Cuba
Congress
Gested
Zimmer
von Eck
Gether
Ice
Tory
Cabrera
Tokio
Baron von Schoef
Washington, D. C
Subanan
America
Central
South America
South Atlantic
Aguilar
Opposition Melting to Granting President Full Authority
Washington, Feb 28 opposition to arming ships to protect American rights is melting as Republicans show signs of support. The House Foreign Affairs Committee reports a bill authorizing arming ships with a ban on insuring munition ships, while the administration prepares a substitute granting full authority. American Union veteran William Eva, 74, of California, on the Laconia is reported fast aboard, per Cunard line officials.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
House Foreign Affairs
Tee
Wil Mam Eva
California
Cunard Line
War Chiefs of English and French Gather at Calais
An Anglo-French conference convened at Calais with Briand and Le eet, Lyantoyy Frenchier-in-Chief Nivelle, General Robinson, and Field Marshal Haig. British forces advance capturing Gommecourt and nearby villages Thilly and Puisieux-Au-Mont, pushing the line over a mile. German U boats sink 37,000 tons then return to base, while Germany offers to replace Dutch torpedoed ships with freighters.
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Associated Press
Paris
Calais
Briand
le Eet
Lyantoyy
Prenchier-in Chief
Nivelle
General Robinson
Haig
Gommecourt
Thilley
Puisieux-Au/Mont
Berlin
Overseas Agency
Germany
Holland
The
Hague
Citizens Face Personal Property Tax Returns Challenge
The mayor and council review all personal property tax returns and may subpoena those not presenting fair valuations. Citizens must truthfully value property under oath, as taxes fund city operations and needed improvements. Taxpayers are likened to stockholders in Athens, urged to provide funds for city needs.
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Athens
Revenue Bill Passes Senate To Raise 350 Million
Washington report states the administration revenue bill to raise 350 million through special taxes and bond issues passed the Senate tonight.
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Associated Press
Washington
Administration
Senate
Mayor of Collinston Shot in Bank Robbery Shootout
Monroe La Feb 28 P W Vaugh an mayor of Collinston a posse member pursuing two robbers who held up the bank was killed in a battle with the fugitives Reports say one robber injured and rushed to Bastrop for lifekeeping The robbers dropped 3000 dollars in the chase A hundred men with bloodhounds scour the countryside for the other robber who took the mayor s horse after killing him
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Associated Press
Monroe
P. W. Vaughan
Collinston
Bastrop
Senate Passes Invalid Pension Bill Amid Revenue Bill Delay
Washington D C February 28 The senate laid aside the revenue bill for one minute to pass the annual invalid pension bill already passed by the house and carrying 160 million dollars.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Senate
House
Beacham Buys Willys Knight Car
Mr W O Beacham announces buying a Knight motor car praising its valve design and lack of grinding. The piece extols Knight as a royal and European favorite with high foreign car usage and favorable claims about maintenance. It cites local endorsements from Athens business leaders and references Arnold & Abney fish and produce listings and seafood offerings.
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Beacham
Europe
Athens
Royal Motor
W. C. Jordan
American State Bank
Wescom Hudgins
M. P. O'Callaghan
Georgian Hotel
Athens Overland CO
Incorporated
Plot Against United States Tied to German Embassy Activity
The article notes that evidence of German embassy operations and responsible individuals has largely been suppressed to avoid public panic amid tense relations. The Council of National Defense appeals to Americans to show consideration to aliens. Also mentions Earl Morris recovering from diphtheria and Dr. J W DeLaperriere visiting from Winder for business.
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United States
American Secret Service
Germany
Council of National Defense
Masonic Lodge Meets for Master Mason Work in March
Mount Vernon Lodge No. 22 F. and A. M. holds communication in Max Joseph Building third floor on Thursday March 1 1917 at 8:00 PM. Work in Master Mason degree. All qualified brethren invited. By order of E C Paine W M MO G Quinn Secy.
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Mount Vernon Lodge No. 22
Max Joseph
Prohibition Success in House on DC Saloons Bill
Prohibition champions won the fight in the house tonight for the senate bill abolishing District of Columbia saloons after November 1. It passed 273 to 137 and was sent to the president, who is expected to sign it. Conferees on the post office appropriation bill also agreed on a report urging passage of the bone dry amendment to curb filibusters.
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Associated Press
Washington
Post Office
Senate
District of Columbia
Jones Greenhouse Opens Flower Store on Clayton Street
Jones Greenhouse Co opens a new flower store on Clayton Street. Miss Nettie Jones will oversee operations with orders taken for flowers and accessories. The shop is located in the former Rei Grocery Co building and aims to serve local customers with cuts and care products.
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Jones Greenhouse CO
Clayton Street
Nettie Jones
Rei: Grocery Co
Inauguration Quarters Offered by Local Georgian
A Washington advertiser offers furnished rooms for inauguration visitors at one dollar per day each. Contact at 1446 Harvard Street Northwest Washington D C for arrangements.
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Harvard St
N. W
Washington, D. C.r
Savannah pioneer Patrick Buttimer dies after wife’s death
Savanna Georgia February 28 Patrick Buttimer 82 a Savannah pioneer and war veteran died at his home. Grief over his wife Mrs Mary Buttimer who died exactly four months earlier at the same hour is said to have hastened his end. He was born in Cork Ireland and the funeral was held today.
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Savanna
Patrick Buttimer
Savannah
Mary Buttimer
Buttimer
Cork
Ireland
Norwegian Vessel From Savannah Sunk by German Submarine
Reports from Savannah Georgia state the Norwegian steamer Norwanna captained by Verick, which sailed February 3 for Steyangen, was sunk by a German submarine. Officials with Phosphate Mining Company confirm receipt of a telegram but withhold details, stating information is uncertain and not yet verified. The list of recent sunk vessels does not include this ship.
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Savannah
Norwanna
Verick
Steyangen
Ming Company
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Atlantic City
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Nogales
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Buys Willys-Knight
Iceberg
Florida
Arnold & Abney
Jones
Mr. Earl Morris
J. W. DeLaperriere
Winder
E. C. Paine
W. M. MO. G. Quinn
Sec’y
District Columbia
Mr. J. Bodum
Neufchatel
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