Western Front Bristling With Activity and Moves
Western Front reports show large scale preparations by German forces with potential breakthrough attempts. Fighting in Champagne continues as French repulse German counter attacks near Maisons region. British recall of Turkish contingents noted. Rifeat Pasha departs for Constantinople amid concerns over the crisis.
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Calais
Champagne
Parry
Maisons de A Pene
French War Office
Rifeat Pasha
Paris
Constantinople
The
Retake Trenches In Champagne Front Advances Near Vingre
The war office report says between the Oise and the Aisne there was heavy artillery on the northwest of Vingré. In Champagne a new afternoon attack west of Champagne captured trenches from Ridge 185 and a fortification north of Mamelon, taking about 100 prisoners. Artillery actions occurred along the Metze in Avecourt Doukmont and St. Misiel, and Soissons suffered incendiary bombardment in the open town around 4 pm.
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Preach
Champagne
Paris
War Office
Oise
Vingre
Sent de Champagne
Mamelon
Metse
Avecourt
Doukmont
St. Misiel
Soismons
Position Improved Near Bouchevesnes and Arras
British headquarters report slight gains northeast of Bouche vesnes and successful trench actions near Arras and Neuville St Vaast. Patrols entered enemy trenches, bombed dug outs, and captured prisoners. Extensive artillery activity and aerial combat reported with nine enemy aircraft shot down or damaged.
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France
Bouchevesnes
Arrac
Connstance
Ancre
Arras
Neuville St. Vaast
Ypres
Artillery More Active on Somme Front Says German High Command
A German army headquarters wireless report says Somme artillery activity continues with sky over the Somme lake area and across the Mace deride front. Fire across several sectors has increased compared with preceding days.
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Terlin
Maren
Sayvile
Somme
Mreahe Lake
Macederide
Cerna Regen
Berlin Surprised Geneva in March Parle Clash
Unclear OCR text indicates a surprise turn in a Berlin Geneva confrontation amid wartime press reporting. Mentions Austrian and German forces, reinforcements, and a disrupted stock of defenses, but the fragmentary source leaves key names, dates, and outcomes unreadable.
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Geneva
Vie Parle
March St
Bers
Aleppo
Von Bernstorf denies trial over leak of German plans
Copenhagen dispatch reports Count Von Bernstorf prepared a statement on Germany's dealings with Mexico. The document, to be sent to the Berlin office, is said to describe how Zimmermann's instructions to Germany's ambassador in Mexico City reached the American government, with no trial planned.
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von Bernstorf
Copenhagen
London
Count von Bernstorf
Germany
Mexico
Berlin
Tured
Puise
Zimmermann
Mexico City
Pistol Duel Ends in Death After Hyde Park Standoff
Boston March 12 A revolver duel between Patrolman Frank H Shepherd and Rocco Santo in Hyde Park ended with Santo fatally wounded and Shepherd severely injured. After arresting Santo for disturbance the officer, shot in the abdomen and breast, returned fire. Santo died at the police station five minutes later. Santo, a 42 year old laborer, died en route or at the station.
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Boston
Frank H. Shepherd
Rocco Santo
Hyde Park District
Hyde Park Avenue
Shepherd
Santos
Saad
Rochambeau Granted Clearance to Carry Fore and Aft Guns
The State Department ruled that the French liner Rochambeau may clear New York with fore and aft guns aboard as a passenger vessel. The vessel, the first belligerent merchantman to reach an American harbor with armaments, is deemed a peaceable merchantman allowed to take precautions against illicit use while operating along its usual routes.
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Washing
D.C
Rochambeau
New York
State Department
Death of Berkshire’s Oldest Resident William King
William King, Berkshire’s oldest resident, died at his home aged about 93. He widowed wife, nine of their twelve children survive. Born in Canada, he moved to town in youth. Funeral services will be at the Second Congregational Church on Wednesday.
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Berkshire
William King
Canada
Second Congregational Church
Railroad leaders pledge cooperation with Wilson in talks
The railroad brotherhoods notified President Wilson on March 7 of a conference with railroad representatives set for March 15. They expressed hope for a satisfactory settlement of pending questions and pledged full cooperation with the government if war were declared before negotiations conclude.
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Washington, D. C
Wilson
Strikes Planned by Rail Labor Groups Across Lines
Information from the national conference committee of railway system managers shows four brotherhoods have completed plans for a progressive review of strikes to start at 6 o’clock eastern time Saturday. The eight hour question remains unsettled as talks were expected to continue tonight.
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New York
National Conference Committee
Sapere
Coal producers warned against price hikes in spring
The federal trade commission warned leading anthracite coal producers not to justify price increases by higher production costs. It said any failure to grant the usual spring price reductions cannot be justified, following hearings where producers reportedly planned to withdraw or cut discounts during the regular season on the grounds of increased costs.
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Federal Trade Commission
Washington, D. C
Federal Trade Commission Today
Patriotic Outburst as General Wood Attacks Berle
New York March 13 Major General Howard Wood at an Economic Club banquet attacked Dr Adolf Berle over compulsory service. Wood condemned Berles view calling it murder of sons and dishonor of women. Berle defended preparedness and volunteer service. Diners cheered as Wood urged readiness to die for country.
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New York
Howard Wood
Economic Club
Adolf A. Berle
Wood
Berle
General Wood
Dr. Berle
Mitchel
Meek Hanks
Turks Lose Artillery in War Report from London
London dispatch reports after the Bagdad fall in the House of Commons that two thirds of the Turkish artillery may have fallen to British forces or been dumped into the Tigris River. The claim follows Andrew Mont Law calls.
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London
Bagdad
House of Commons
Andrew Monat Law
Tigrla
Audience in Uproar as Bell Crashes at Methodist Church
In Mittondale Massachusetts on March 12 a bell from the belfry fell into the upper vestibule during service. Most of the congregation were seated when the accident occurred. The alarm prompted volunteers to move the heavy bell to safety and Rev. J C Carnes directed the calm response as services resumed.
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Mittondale
Mass
Methodist Church
J.C. Carnes
Two Children Dead in Richmond Tornado Crushes Neighborhood
A Richmond tornado yesterday killed two children of Ernwat Graves and injured a man fatally, with wreckage pouring into a pond near the county line. Ora Smith of the same neighborhood was rescued from the wreckage as rescuers worked to recover victims.
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Richa
Ind
Richmond
Xacellann
Ernwat
Brik Bitive
Ora Smith
Turkey Backs Down on Recognition Yields Temporary Shift
Washington reports Turkey will temporarily back off its push to gain U S recognition of a capitulation in the Ottoman empire. Ambassadors in Constantinople indicate Ankara will delay full steps, as discussions with Germany and the United States continue to resolve the issue. The State Department has urged a prompt clarification to ease tension and avoid further complications.
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Washington, D.C
Turkey
United States
Agwreun Cljeco
Htonwan
Ambassedor Eline
Beenie
Germany
Penn
Unitet States
Munich
Submarine Toll Statement Reports Overseas Losses
A March statement from Berlin outlines submarine war losses and total figures. It cites figures of 114,000 and references the Overseas Sees operation.
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Berlin
Bey Wirebee
Exakt
Labor offers its services to nation in time of war
Washington D C March 13 organized labor in America through its representatives to conference here last night offered its services to the country in every field of activity to all endeavors and hopes the United States should be drawn into the war. More than 160 delegates from national and international unions affiliated with the American Federation of Labor and five unaffiliated groups including railroad brotherhoods voted unanimously. About three million American workers were represented. The labor statement urged equal merit of industrial service with military service, union representation on defense agencies, and adherence to liberty and justice as basis for national policy while pledging to defend the republic if the nation enters the European conflict.
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Washington, D. C
America
United States
Naional
American Federation of Labor
Great Railroad Brotherhoods
Lye
Fallowa
Republic of the United States
Institution well kept at Brattleboro Retreat testimony
A state committee heard witnesses from Brattleboro Retreat detailing conditions and care. Henry Wyman, Dr. Ernest Tracy, Dr. Herbert Taylor, and three trustees testified that patients were not abused and that facilities, food, and staff conduct were adequate.
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Brattibhara
Henry ©. Wyman
Bellows Falls
Ernest J.tracy
Herbert W. Taylor
James M. Tyler
E. S. Osgood
Gorge C. Averill
Wynan
Tracy
Charles Hills
Hills
Taylor
Hattie Guilford
North Adams
Masa
Tuyiesley
Ministers' Monday Club Deliberates Papers and Conference Plans
Had earnest discussion as Rev J Cannon and Rev Vernie Smith led a vestry meeting. Debate focused on papers titled Evidence of Humanity and Work and Labor with broad review. The session adjourned near 2 o'clock. Next Vermont Methodist Conference events announced for Waterbury in March and April with speakers listed.
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J. Cannon
Vernie Smith
Barre
Edgar Crossland
Oidirman
Vermont
Waterbury
Rinhege Frenklin Hamilton
Mail Taken Off American Ship At Halifax First Time
The Standard Oil tanker John D Archbold flying the American flag was halted in Halifax and 39 sacks of mail were removed for examination marking the first instance in U S history of denying mail transport on an American oceangoing vessel. The ship resumed its voyage after the inspection. Washington also announced preliminary steps toward rapid construction of 100 or more high speed coast patrol boats to scout submarines with delivery expected within four months.
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New York
John D. Archbold
Halifax
Bergen
Norway
Atlantic Ocean
Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Westerday
Brntish
Daniels
Thaw Adjudged Lunatic. Kept at Penn Hospital
Harry K Thaw was adjudged a lunatic by Philadelphia's common pleas court and cannot be taken to New York for trial. He will remain at St Mary's Hospital pending transfer to Pennsylvania state custody. The order follows a report by the lunacy commission after Thaw and his mother were examined.
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Pennsylvania Asylum
St. Mary's Hospital
Philadelphia
Harry K
Common Pleas Court
Winder
New York
Frederick
Ump, Jr
Kansas City
Phaw
Pennsylvania
Franklin County Farm Bureau Names New County Agent
The advisory council of the Franklin County Farm Bureau engaged Mr. Elliot of Auburn as county agent. He will move his family to St. Albans and assume duties soon. The position was vacant since December after Guy Tiffany resigned. Elliot, a Cornell graduate of 1913, will lead a countywide campaign to boost bureau membership.
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St. Athane
Franklin County Farm Bureau
Elliot
Auburn
St. Albans
Ance
Guy AL Tiffany
Elliot Sax
Cornell University
Pranklin County
Governors Discuss Preparedness Initiative Across States
In a March 13 meeting, governors of multiple states convened to review military and industrial readiness. Officials from New Emrrutes and other regions examined plans amid nationwide concerns over national security and economic stability.
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Lion
Siaagand
Missionary to France Joins American Seva Canal Corps
A church pastor plans to sail for France next month to join the American service lane corps. Rev Slate, formerly at Purli ngwam Ve, reported he had realigned and weighed anchor for overseas duty after years of prayer for peace before coming here to Lols.
Thirteen Cases Set for Hearing at Montpelier Court
The Moreh term of Washington county court opened in Montpelier with 12 of 83 jury calendar cases set for trial and the rest doubtful or discontinued. No trials planned today or tomorrow. Listed trials include Charles Bitnolri & Sonava. Montpelier & Wells River railroad. George W. Mann vs. Diverse Fruit Co. et al. Marcelino Del Campo vs. Manuel & Erbosco. Moody vs. Harris Yett. Bert and Dora Dodge vs. Vermont Real Estate Co.. Rosa Brute ve Manuel Villa. Dynes Gilpin vs. Town of Northfield. Joseph Perkins vs. G. Rand Murry. Bianchi. J. J. Goodwin vs. Barrel Savings Bank & Trust Co.
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Moreh
Washington County Court
Montpelier
Gelock
Supreme Court
Wallard W. Miles
Charles Bitnolri
Young man sentenced for larceny in Rutland district
Arthur York, a 19? year old livery yard wanderer, was arrested after a £25 rifle, owned by How ard Blowsom, was traced to him. He pleaded guilty to grand larceny and received a maximum six months with five months and 25 days minimum at Rutland correction. He will be moved to the Rating institution after jail transfer, with prior records showing multiple larceny charges.
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Howard Blowsom
Duhnaton & Gamble
Arthur York
York
William Wishart
Hl. W. Scott
Rutland
Nce
Pro- Nee
Freight Congestion Near Relieved on New England Railroads
Boston March 13 officials report that principal New England railroads have virtually cleared freight congestion. Higher demurrage rates and other restrictions, along with improved shipper practices, reduced bottlenecks and freed up cars across the lines.
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N. E
Boston
Pricipal
New England
Gerard reaches Key West after Havana voyage
Former American ambassador to Germany James W. Gerard arrived in Key West from Havana with his wife and about 10 companions. He planned a train journey to Washington and gave only a brief reception, expressing interest in the Zimmermann note and noting he would not seek the New York mayoral post if offered. He had previously remained silent on the international situation until reaching Washington.
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Key West
Fla
James W. Gerard
Germany
Havana
Washington
Salor
Peekin
Gerard
Wapslington
Nly
New York City
Yar Tut
Shosmer
Cobh
Forquer
Uaha
Funeral of Mrs Binden to be held Monday afternoon
Funeral services for Mrs Marion Binden wife of Donald Binden of Boston will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o clock at the home of her sister Mrs William Calder North Main Street. The funeral will be attended by relatives and friends with Rev Edward Crandall officiating. Interment will follow in the nearby Riverview Cemetery.
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Mre
W. T. Calder
Fanere
Marion
Donald Binden
Tate
George Tinten
Boston
Willian
Calder
North Mainsteret
Boner
Avelock
Bimden
Iriente
Iriente and There Evre Memerinay Furet Uribates. Hew. Edewr
Crnedamt
Peter Ne
Donald
Anus A. Senith
Samuel Sinvlehaml
John G. McLeod
Betty
Rlensroad
Three Years in Prison for Man Linked to Fraud Case
A man identified as Marve Boveri was sentenced yesterday in superior court to three years for involvement in a trust scheme tied to the Eat Teton district. The district attorney’s office reported the case as connected to the late investigation.
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Boveri
Teton
Kael
Detriet Attorney's Office
Senate Deadlock Over State Official Salary in Vermont
Two houses clash over the salary of the state game commissioner in Vermont. The Senate insisted on a 2500 cap, rejecting the House’s 2000-raise proposal. A conference committee was named and the chamber moved to concur with the amendment despite House objections. The session also considered a Taft league of nations resolution and several bills on taxation, primary repeal, and tuberculosis hospital funding.
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Ptate Flai
Vermont
Senate
Howe
Hove
Vilax
House
DeWitt
Windham
Bigelow
Orange
Williamm Howard Taft
United States
League of Nations
Moore
Ludlow
Judicaary Committee
le Hii
Mr. Steolr
Mighgaty
Witter Kettle
Howland
Brisk fire at Whitcomb Firma plant rouses town
Firemen averted a major blaze at the Whitcomb Firma machine shop when flames spread from a small kiln toward the south end. The blaze damaged a room and its contents but was contained before spreading further. insurance covered the building damage. A merchant nearby noticed the office alight and alerted others, aiding quick containment.
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Whitcomb Firma
Thyrawat
Carson
Tomer
Marre Savings Hank & Trewt Co
Linn
Clark
Caredive
Bank Uty
Eroorkenper
John Arigly
North Main
Lile
Howe
Blackwell Point
Ataneentterd
Rathet
Tates
Women Hurt In Falls In St Albans
In St Albans on a icy staircase two women, Mrs Rowe Hen yon of Catherine Street and Mrs A Kennedy, slipped and fell. Mrs Rowe Hen yon sustained a fracture of the left arm while Mrs Kennedy broke her right ankle. Both incidents occurred yesterday after alighting from a tram car near the corner of High Street.
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St Albans
Rowe Henyon
Catherine Street
A. Kennedy
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