America mobilizes for war as relief work shifts
Washington reports rapid defense measures and mobilization plans as war looms. Brand Whitlock and the Belgian relief commission withdraw from Brussels with Dutch replacements to run aid from Havre, while Congress readies budget items and contracts for a large army. Suffragists pledge support to the president during the crisis and calls urge citizens to convert yards into gardens to boost food supply for Allies.
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Belgium
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Germany
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Week Weather Forecast for South Atlantic and East Gulf
Special to the Banner reports a forecast for March 25. Fair weather is expected through Thursday with local showers and thunderstorms possible afterward. Moderate temperatures are anticipated across the region including Washington D C.
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East Gulf States
Russian Capital Transfer Expected Amid War Fears
From Washington and Petrograd reports, the transfer of the Russian capital from Petrograd to Moscow is considered highly probable due to enemy pressure and spies. Milukoff lauds US sympathy for the new regime as French bombardment devastates the countryside and two French forts near La Fere fall.
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Asociated Press
Washington
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United States
Russia
Associated Press
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Paris
la Fere
Hindenberg
Oise
Men Form New G Club At Georgia To Elevate Varsity Athletics
The University of Georgia formed the G Club to raise the standard of athletic letters and honor, uniting all five sports. W. W. Garmany was elected president, with a roster of current varsity lettermen across tennis, track, basketball, baseball and football serving on the advisory board and as organizers for upcoming banquets.
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Georgian Hotel
W. W
Bull) Garmany
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Gillis
McCall
Wingate
Sanford
Cunningham
Henderson
Harris
Four Die in East River Tunnel Explosion
An explosion in a new East River tunnel under construction is believed to have killed four workers and seriously injured several others. The incident occurred late tonight amid ongoing tunneling work. The Associated Press report notes the accident as a major disaster in progress.
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Panama
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Associated Prete
New York
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