Protect Coast and Clear Lanes of Submarines War Measures
Washington reports state of war with Germany likely and steps to shield ships. President Wilson and Secretary Daniels announce emergency naval actions including rushing submarine chasers, expanding naval academy graduation, utilizing a 115 million dollar emergency fund, and mobilizing crews. Navy to run 10 hour days with two shifts to speed production and recruitment.
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Washington, D.C
Congress
Wilson
United States
Navy Department
Navy
Daniele
Annapolis Naval Acadmy
Daniels
Germany
Department
Navy Yards
Danlela
Naval Academy
Mary Department
Josephus Daniels
French Warning Sparks Debate On Nation’s Safeguards
Fragmentary report cites Daniels Herlin and French officials discussing measures to safeguard the nation. The March 20 item mentions attacks on Washington and possible preparedness actions amid uncertain details.
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Herlin
Rickent
Washington
Lel Ibe
Dows
Will Pulerd
Fifteen German Sailors Caught Two Drowned in Escape Attempt
Washington March 20 Diru tenant Chartin and Machinist's Mate Schroeder among fifteen German interned crew at the Philadelphia Navy Yard are believed drowned in a night escape attempt. Eight others who fled were captured by marines and Philadelphia police. Additional details confirm seven others failed to escape.
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Washington, D. C
Diru
Chartin
Schroeder
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Philadelphia
Seven Germans Recaptured After Escape Attempt at Navy Yard
Seven German sailors from the Kronprinz Wilhelm and Princess Eitel Friedrich raiders, interned at Philadelphia navy yard, attempted to escape in darkness. Marines and police fired warning shots as four swam from the back channel, two were caught, and two more were captured fleeing through meadows near the sea wall.
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Philadelphia
Kronpeing Wilhelm
Prins Eitel Predreli
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Ses ‘Wall
Americans Lose Among Crewmates of Vigilancia in Torpedo Sinking
Plymouth reports that several Americans aboard the Vigilancia perished after the torpedo strike that sank the ship. Third Officer Neils P. North and Third Engineer Carl Adelwide are named among the drowned. Captain Middleton of New York, with survivors en route to the mainland, provided details to the Associated Press, noting a sudden torpedo hit on a clear Friday morning.
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Plymouth
Vigilancia
Neils P. North
Carl Adelwide
Frank A. Middleton
New York
Denmark
Adelalde
Ie Met
Midleton
Middleton
Vigilanesa
Allies Expect German Drive After Retreat
Allied leaders anticipate a major German offensive following a retreat. Estimates suggest 150,000 to 200,000 troops released under von Hindenburg's plan are ready for a decisive push, possibly targeting Calais.
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von Hindenburg
Calais
British French Press Advancing on German Lines near St Quent and Cambria
Allied forces push toward St Quentin and Cambria as German retreat commanders report troops streaming back. French Nord drive nears the Hindenburg Line while British advance toward Maube or Mambray amid heavy artillery and infantry actions. Russians and British renew offensives against Turks in Asia Minor Persia and Mesopotamia as Ottoman forces retreat toward Khanikin. Eastern fronts in Galicia Romania remain quiet after artillery duels and small infantry engagements.
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Hindenburg
Nivelle Yoderday
St. Quen Lin
St. Quenrin
Mambrai
Paris
Avieh
von Hindenburg
Calais
Ritiah
Asia Minor
Persia
Mesopotamia
Dials
Hahrizaml
Pakubah
Bagdad
Khanikun
Kermanshah
Petrograd
Hurinabad
Russia
Galicia
Rumania
German populace told of retreat on western front
Berlin reports that morning papers in Germany publish military analyses explaining a strategic withdrawal on the western front and a master attack plan to blunt Entente offensives. Experts express confidence in Field Marshal Von Hindenburg and the German war plan.
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Berlin
London
France
Relief Boats Fire On as Dutch Vessel Hit by Submarine
A Dutch steamer Selien carrying relief commission members and crew was shelled by a German submarine off Stavenger while en route to New York. The lifeboat carrying five seamen was struck. all occupants were killed. The Selien continued at full speed after the attack.
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London
Maren
Selien
Selene
Belgian Relief Commission
Reuter
Stathe
Anys
Stavanger
Norway
New York
Rotterdam
Safe Passage Wrecks Kill Seven on Tunisie Near Stavanger
Seven men were killed aboard the Tunisie after it was holed by a German submarine in the so called safe passage near Stavanger. The ship entered Stavanger as other vessels continued their voyage. Two Tunisie steamers are listed, a Belgian 2447 tonner last sailing from New York January 28 and arriving Rotterdam January 28, and another French steamer.
French Cavalry Active Advances as German Retreates
Paris reports that French troops have occupied about 20 more towns and villages on their advance past Ham on the Somme and Chauny on the Oise. The war office notes gains south of Chauny and northeast of Crouy, with heavy bombardment in Champagne and Meuse sectors as fighting continues and retreating Germans destroy bridges and burn villages.
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Paris
Ham
Somme
Chauny
Oine
Wich
St. Quentin
Laon
War Office
Oise
St. Vuentin
Aillette-Saissons
Crouy
Maubenge
Champagne
Mutte Mesuil
Auherive
Meuse
Carranza Plan Rejected by U S State Dept Note
Washington March 20 A State Department note publicized today rejects Carranza’s proposal to curb exports to belligerents as a path to peace in Europe. The reason cites hopelessness of peace and Germany’s aims to entangle Mexico and Japan, plus a claim that trade restrictions would be an unneutral discrimination.
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Washington, D. C
Carranza
Neupec
Wetion
Europe
State Department
Wilson
Germany
Mexico
Japan
United States
Russian Army and Navy Back New Revolutionary Government
Washington reports complete cooperation from the Russian army and navy with the new revolutionary government. The United States recognition of the new regime looms as a likely near action amid growing diplomatic importance.
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Washington, D.C
Meander Fran
United States
Nelion Macy Ibe
Germans Lose Heavily in Major Verdun Attack
Paris reports the war office announces that French forces hold contact with retreating Germans along the front near Verdun. The German withdrawal is hampered by destroyed communications and a bad front, with serious casualties reported on the German side.
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Verdun
War Office
Dulong
French Troops Break Through Near Monastir in Macedonia
Paris reports French forces broke a stubborn line north of Monastir, capturing a town and about 1,200 men. The War Office statement notes more than 120 prisoners were taken after fierce fighting.
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Macedonia
Paris
Staeignid
War Office
Monastir
Americans Praised for Keeping Civilians Alive in Northern France
A Paris datelined report from mid March describes a major French advance reclaiming hundreds of square kilometres along a sixty kilometre front. German retreat shows no halt as villagers express gratitude to Americans for sustaining them during occupation. German destruction and hunger signs appear, with civilians toiling without pay and schools closed under occupation.
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France
Associated Prest
Paris
Associated Press
America
Ersery Mtion
Candor
Phil. Dr
Phother
Cy Pal
Germany
First Japanese Woman Shinto Missionary Visits America
Tokio reports Toshiko Saka m aki, a young Japanese woman, leaves for the United States to preach Shinto. She will settle in Los Angeles to revive Shinto among Californians and convert Americans, aiming to restore traditional Japanese manners. She has declined many marriage proposals to dedicate herself to her cause as the first Japanese woman Shinto missionary to visit America.
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Tokio
Mies Toshiko Sakamaki
United States
Lans Angeles
California
Vislt
America
Greek blockade lifted as wheat cargo reaches Piraeus
London reports Entente ministers have resided in Athens and wheat destined for Piraeus begins to move, signaling the lifting of the blockade sought to secure Greece’s compliance. Paris lists Alexandre Ribot’s new cabinet with Ribot as foreign minister and Viviani as justice minister among others.
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Greece
Athens
London
Reuter
Piraeus
Reese
Ententa
Paris
Alexandre Ribot
Vromier
Rene Viviani
Paul Pafniere
la Ome
Albert Thomas
Joseph Thierry
Interior
Louis J. Malvy
Million Dollars for Defense Passes By Governor
A government package totaling one million dollars for defense was passed and signed after rapid consideration. Details outline spending aims and procedures, with officials noting urgency and prioritization of protective measures amid rising concerns.
Bomb found near Plymouth cordage plant
A state bulletin from Plymouth dated March 20 reports a bomb found near the local Cordage Company factory, with authorities notified and investigations underway.
Death of Frank Malnati in Barre on Brook Street
Frank Malnati, 40, a skilled blacksmith and Italian immigrant from Biswschio Italy, died at his home 23 Brook Street Barre today at 12:40 PM after months of declining health. He leaves wife Josephine and two daughters Mary Beltrami and Martino Malnati, with brothers in Argentina and a sister in Italy. He came to America seventeen years ago, lived in Plainfield and Montpelier before settling in Barre two years ago to work for Malnati Brow and their granite plant. Funeral at the house Thursday afternoon with interment later in spring.
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Frank Milnati
Washington County
Ile
Brook Street
Mir. Malnati
Mise Josephine Malnati
Italy
Mary Beltrami
Mise Martino Malnati
Barre
Argentina
Devonsed
Biswschio
Haly
America
Plainfield
Montpelier
J. R Blanchi & Co
Malnati
Elwood
State Troops Demobilization Order Rescinded
Washington government actions reversed an order that halted demobilization of National Guard units along the border. Officials denied motive but indicated the move related to possible needs for state troops to protect food supply and rail service amid tensions with Germany. Demobilization resumes at local camps as commanders were notified. further stoppages depend on unforeseen developments.
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Washington
Maren
War Department
Itrael
Huber
Effertis
Baker
Germany
Died of exposure near Canton Meadows in March tragedy
The body of a man believed to be John F. Ryan of Quincy, about five years old, was found near the New Haven tracks at Canton Meadows. He had jumped from a moving train, suffered severe injuries, and died from exposure. Items in his pocket include a banker’s book in Julia E. Ryan’s name, a Quincy Savings Bank passbook, and a hospital bill.
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Detham
Mass
John F. Ryan
Quincy
New Haven
Canton Meadows
Readville
R. Green
John W. Pratt
Pratt
Quincy Carpenter's
Wnim
John E. Ryan
Quincy Savings Bank
Julia E. Ryan
Joseph H Ryan
Fieldstreet
No New Cases Relieve Fear of Contagion in Waterbury
Waterbury reports no new infantile paralysis cases after state health officials inspected two to three suspected instances. Dr Taylor and an assistant examined quarantined individuals and found they were not all afflicted. Mark Dillon, the most seriously affected, shows slow improvement as others recover.
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Waterbury
Taylor
State Board of Health Office
Mark Dillon
Mont
Boy Held on Bond in Train Derailment Attempt
George Welch of East Montpelier was placed under $100 bond in county court after a complaint by State's Attorney Gleason charging an attempted derailment of a Montpelier and Wells River railroad train. The alleged offense is said to have occurred Friday two miles from Most priier.
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George Welch
East Montpelier
F. J. Gleason
Montpelier & Welle River
Priier
Highest Paid Soldiers In New Zealand Expeditionary Force
Report from March 21 notes New Zealand soldiers in the war earning high pay through special allowances. Details discuss a weekly rate around £10 50 for a man with a wife, plus dependent children, and contemplate how wartime pay structures adapt to family status and civil litigation considerations.
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Welliryptom
New Zealand
Ces
Mans
Zeeland
Referendum on suffrage debate in Vermont Senate
The Vermont Senate discussed amending a bill to grant full suffrage to women over 21 and submit the measure to a referendum, with Senator Fige low proposing the amendment and opposition concerns about governor appointments and liquor politics dominating debate. The session also covered deer hunting seasons, the fish and game department salary, Brattleboro retreat inquiry progress, and a burst of new House bills including dog licenses and open deer season plans.
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Vermont Senate
Figelow
Orange
Semitor
Alzetow
Senate
Carrnor
Ledien Enginberowers
Witt
Peirchild
Homer Camimiesionens
Aldtet
Adams
Aldrich
Bancroft
Bigelows Cady
Chalmers
Day
Demeritt
Royton
Fairchild
Daniele
DeWitt
Redmond
Foote
Hawley
Hows
Levens
McClellan
Moree
Peck
Bicker
Russell
Taylor
Willes
Wheeler
Board of Control
Tudken
Howse
Fish and Game
Brattleboro
West Derby
F. W. Watson
Townsden
Derivatio Insurance Companies
Atabe Treasur Spears
Henry Dante
House
Committee On Claims
GJ. Seager
Gimaedtter
P.m
Stownham
MMM
Rermenining Tate Board of Health
Siperelaers
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United States Navy Department
Enemey
Cambria
Setion
Handels
Legathon
Noreth
Francis
French War Office
Avecourt Wood
Juten Steeg
Georges Dos
Etienne Clem
Nenlatae
Agriculture
Fernand In
Mier
Eubeistence
Maurice Vink
Uniler
Aviatins
Daniel Vincent
Massachusetts
Gov. Metall
Mase
Frank Malnati
Dedham
Senator Bigelow
Vermont
Maoager Heten
Deus
Halim
Whhich
Montpetier & Welle
N. Hy
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