Daniels Asks Church To Rally To Wilson
Secretary of the Navy Daniels urged the Methodist Episcopal church to support President Wilson amid the European war crisis. He praised Wilson, urged divine guidance and patriotism, and defended navy wine abstinence as discipline and efficiency improvements within the service.
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Fall of Przemysl Ends Prolonged Siege on Front
From Przemysl Galicia reporting via Petrograd and London, March 7 11 40 am Russian lines endured a night of unprecedented bombardment as Austrian forces blew forts and retreated. A surrender followed after days of heavy shelling and strategic fighting with Russians advancing and Austrians withdrawing.
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Italy ready to enter war in the Balkans across from Allies
London reports decisive Italian action imminent with government taking every measure to begin hostilities on the side of the allies. Bulgaria may align with Italy and Romania, while Greece’s Prince George back home to support King Constantine. Albanian rebels attack Durazzo as Turkish influence wanes. Von der Goltz offers Bulgaria a region from Midi to Enos in exchange for neutrality.
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German Ship Pring Eitel Friedrich at Newport News
At Newport News and Fort Monroe reports describe the German cruiser Pring Eitel Friedrich tied at a shipyard with guards on duty and little activity. Officials discuss landing refusals and possible remaining passengers while officials in Washington seek clarity from Germany. Commander Thierichens says the captain does not blame the Fleet for any action and views Hampton Roads as a neutrality warning.
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West Virginia Broke No Money for Stamps
West Virginia officials in Charleston announced the state cannot cover postage for department stamps and many pay warrants. Banks are cashing warrants at 6 percent or holding them until redemption as crucial funds run short. About 125000 dollars deficit remains from monthly expenses of 200000. Some legislators propose a new special session with pay halted until funds are appropriated.
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Liverpool dockers resume work while Birkenhead strikers stay out
London reports that on March 7 1916 Liverpool dockers returned to work after appeals from War Secretary Kitchener and union leaders. Birkenhead workers stayed out. Shipbuilding employers’ federation plans talks with Lloyd George advocating closing of saloons near armament and shipyards to boost wartime output by about 20 percent.
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Speed Saved Niagara From Submarine
Paris dispatches report the trans Atlantic liner Niagara en route from New York to Havre encountered a German submarine off Cherbourg. The ship escaped thanks to its speed while carrying the Florida crew, whose vessel had been sunk by the German cruiser Prinz Eitel Friedrich.
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