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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1915
Page
5
Reports from Petrograd say 760 German dead have been found and Germany’s next move in the military field is the chief subject of speculation. The German Emperor is at Berlin holding a war council with Field Marshal von der Goltz as part of the discussions.
A Russian War Office statement describes a German vessel shelling Libau on the Baltic coast with 200 projectiles, killing one civilian and wounding another. West of the Niemen River fighting continues, and near Strumlagton northwest of Lozzije prisoners from a German battalion, about 200 men, are captured after a bayonet assault on the right bank of the Narew.
Forces contest woods and heights around Wach J tee as German and Russian units exchange gains. Troops report advancing positions and capturing officers and men, while Czernowitz detachment pushes toward Chotin. German failure to avert Niemen offensive is noted with official loss details.
Reports from Paris describe French forces capturing German trenches near Vakh and Slemlehiska, counterattacks repelling German penetrations, and German artillery reduced on the Vistula. French gains include a post at Pont-a-Mousson and 700 German bodies counted at Hartmanns-Weilerkopf, with ongoing fighting across Champagne and the Argonne.
A French battery directed artillery fire forcing German troops to withdraw in disorder from the village of Foudicourt near St. Success. Reports describe heavy fighting across the western theater with captures and casualties on both sides as Austrians, Russians, and Germans clash near Lupkow and Przemysl.
Major George T. Langhorne, former Berlin embassy attache, now on temporary duty at the army war college, will join the Seventh Cavalry at Fort Oglethorpe Georgia. Secretary Garrison again declined to discuss reasons for his relief from duty in Berlin.
Washington reports the U S government cabled its reply to London concerning Britain's order in council and naval blockade. Officials refuse to disclose contents while noting U S rights to trade with neutrals and questions about enforcement and international law. Diplomats worldwide show interest as Latin American unions align with U S lines on neutral rights and damages. The Antti cargo case proceeds under prize court practice as the ship’s contraband cargo is discharged and the vessel may be released. A separate note to Germany addresses the sinking of Willam Prye, establishing liability due to sale of grain cargo on the high seas to a private firm, not Britain.
Washington reports border crisis as Villa and Carranza units engage near Matamoros and Nuevo Laredo. U.S. troops on standby at Texas City and Brownsville brace for potential cross border fire. Officials estimate Villa losses at about 300 dead and as many wounded, with Carranza forces suffering tens killed and dozens wounded. Secretary Bryan cautions uncertainty while Garza pledges assurances of action and safety for foreigners a wary stance persists.
Rome Ga March 30 Special Threatened with rope and fire J T Bryant a prosperous farmer in Barker district of this county is living in fear He found a doll on his doorstep its neck knotted with a hangman s noose its fingers clutching a hatch Around the doll was a note Bryant you get out of the country TLS is the last warning we will give you The threat has neighbors fearing for their safety and Bryant seeks protection from local officers
Washington reports efforts to lift the sunken submarine F-4 off Honolulu harbor were paused when a dragging hawser snapped. Rear Admiral Moore says the sub appears waterlogged and heavy, with 21 crew aboard presumed lost. The vessel lies in 43 fathoms of water as plans to raise by Portugal proceed and Secretary Daniels pledges to determine the cause.
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