Germany set to press ruthless submarine campaign
Former Ambassador Gerard reported from Berlin that Germany intended to continue its ruthless submarine campaign despite the risk of war with the United States. He said peace talks were abandoned and he detailed events leading to the diplomatic break with the United States after meeting with Secretary Lansing and Counselor Polk.
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Gerard
Berlin
State Department
Germany
United States
Wilson
Lansing
Polk
Officials weigh German policy effects reported by Mr Gerard
Mr Gerard said German officials appeared to consider the effects of a policy. The remark hints at ongoing assessment by Berlin authorities. No further details on timing or scope available in the available text.
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Mr. Gerard
Harvard Man Secretly Weds James Coggeshall Jr
Harvard mile runner James Coggeshall Jr secretly wed in New York, according to a letter he sent to Harvard roommate Arthur Hayden. He left Cambridge with the track team for Philadelphia then competed in the Meadow Brook meet and returned to New York before his teammates. Coggeshall’s Allston parents say they have heard nothing from him and doubt the marriage claim.
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New York
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Arthur Hayden
Loge
Cambridge
Philadelphia
Meadowbrook
Allston
Bernstorff Is Snubbed In London Meeting
German press greets Count von Bernstorff with cool reception after he granted interviews without government approval. He spent the day in conference at the foreign office and was received by the imperial chancellor. he requested an audience with the Emperor, expected tomorrow.
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London
Count von Bernstorff
Amsterdam
Exchange Telegraph Company
Foreign Office
Driver Clings to Truck Over Harvard Bridge Draw
George Carney, driver for Fleischmann Yeast, was rescued after his truck skidded into the Cambridge side fence at the Harvard bridge draw. Held by bent steering gear, he hung from the seat as the machine teetered over the river, narrowly escaping drowning. Cambridge police freed him after several minutes.
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George Carney
Fleischmann Yeast Company
Cambridge
Harvard Bridge
Carney
Carney narrowly saved by bent steering gear on bridge
Carney drove over the Harvard bridge toward Cambridge yesterday afternoon when his auto truck skidded, tore through a fence, and hung at a steep angle on the Cambridge side. The twisted steering gear supported the vehicle, preventing a plunge into the Charles River. Police rescued him. he suffered only scratches on his hands and chest.
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Harvard
Cambridge
Charles River
U boat Campaign Results From British Admiralty Tables
The table summarizes three weeks of British shipping activity. It lists arrivals and departures at British ports, ships sunk, and unsuccessful attacks for weeks ending February 25 March 4 and March 11. Columns show vessels and sinking rates, with figures 45 and 46 percent attack success noted.
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British Admiralty
Algonquin Sunk Without Warning by German Submarine
Washington dispatch from Consul Stephens reports the steamer Algonquin of New York en route to London with foodstuffs sunk 65 miles west of Bishop's Rock on March 12 at 6 a.m. The captain says no warning was given and all 27 crew members were saved in their own boats. The submarine refused assistance and no other ships were sighted.
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Washington
Stephens
Plymouth
New York
London
Bishop’s (Rock
Algonquin Captain Nordberg Reaches Plymouth After Torpedoing
Captain A Nordberg of the American steamship Algonquin, torpedoed by a German submarine on March 12, is now at Penzance and will arrive in Plymouth with his crew tomorrow morning. He said the Algonquin was bound from New York for London with foodstuffs.
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Plymouth
London
A. Nordberg
Penzance
Nordberg
New York
Captain recalls submarine encounter at dawn
On Monday morning the captain on the bridge described two steamers sighted westbound, one on each side, then a possible submarine about three miles away. A shell burst short after a gun flash, prompting him to stop engines and reverse full speed as the submarine continued firing a fourth shot that sent up a splash.
Big Four Refuses To Abandon Strike
The Brotherhood leaders reject pleas to end the industrial action as the rail labor dispute enters a tense stand. They vow to present modified demands anchored to the Adamson Law, signaling a firm stance despite national calls for restraint during the crisis.
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BIG Four
Brotherhood
Fire in Quincy Market Nearly Destroys Stalls
Fire swept through Quincy Market injuring no one reported and damaged nearly a score of stalls early morning. The blaze threatened Faneuil Hall at one time as fruit and produce sections burned, with crews battling the flames through the dawn.
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Faneuil Hall
Fire Destroys Stalls in Quincy Market Early This Morning
Fire of unknown origin destroyed almost a score of stalls in Quincy Market and threatened Faneuil Hall. Two alarms sounded before the blaze was controlled, with smoke and water damage affecting nearly every provision dealer in the market area.
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En.tire Market
Faneuil Hall
Major Market Street Fire Ravages Stalls and Stock
Fire on North Market street destroys meat fish vegetables and fruits with initial losses estimated at 15000 dollars. Firefighters say dealers will suffer higher totals as stock reservoirs burn. Patrolman Joseph Battis spotted flames at J A Hathaway Co 387 North Market street, enabling quick response. Hefty losses also hit Sturtevant Haley Fletcher Waters Litchfield Abbott Learnard Crosby Brothers and Sullivan firms on both Market street sides.
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Joseph Battis
Hanover Street
J. A. Hathaway Company
Snapped Old Glory as U-boat Hauls Down Flag
Plymouth March 15 4 a m pictures of the Algonquin showing the American flag flying at the stern and painted on both sides were taken by the German submarine commander before a member of the bombing party hauled down the stars and stripes according to an Associated Press account from Algonquin first officer Frank J Verney of Seattle a naturalized American born in Belgium Verney said the submarine circled the ship several times snapping photos at different angles he did not see what became of the flag after it was hauled down.
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Associated Press
Frank J. Verney
Seattle
Belgium
Verney
British At Gates of Bapaume Advancing on Front
British forces in France press the attack toward Bapaume, aiming to enclose the town from the north while widening their left flank in the line-straightening maneuver.
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Bapaume
France
British advance nears Bapaume on the Somme front
The British front advanced southwest and west of Bapaume after capturing Grevillers and Loupart Wood. They pushed along a 2000 yard stretch south of Achiet le Petit and seized 1000 yards of trenches southwest of Essarts while German efforts northeast of Arras failed. Artillery duels continued along the line with French progress near Champagne.
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Loupart Wood
Achiet le Petit
Essarts
Arras
London
Armentieres
Champagne
Chaplin Salary Hits 750000 Amid Studio Bids
Albany report confirms Charlie Chaplin earns about 760000 with prospects of rising to a million as movie firms race to sign him. Wheeler committee notes Douglas Fairbanks earns comparably and cites several stars at 500000 plus.
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N. Y
Charlie Chaplin
Wheeler Legislative Investigating Committee
Charlie
California
Wheeler
Douglas Fairbanks
Chaplin
All Railroad Unions Back Leaders in Struggle
New York march 14 railroad union chiefs promised united support for their leaders in the wage and work conditions dispute. W G Lee reported unanimous backing for demands based on last December's proposal for an eight hour day and pro rata overtime pay, amid warnings of possible strikes if talks fail.
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New York
Great Railroad Brotherhoods
National Conference Committee of Railways
W. G. Lee
Brotherhood of Railroad
Brotherhood
Labor leader cites Adamson act as blueprint for strike
The speaker says the Adamson law mirrors the workers plan, noting that the eight hour basic day with overtime pay was central to their original demands. He adds there is no plan to revert to those initial claims.
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Lee
France's War Minister Resigns in Cabinet Turmoil
Paris March 15 General Louis Hubert Gonzalve Lyautey, minister of war, resigned from the French cabinet amid incidents in the Chamber of Deputies. His departure follows days of political friction and questions over military policy.
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France
Paris
Louis Hubert Gonzalve Lyautey
Chamber of Deputies
Today's anniversaries and notes of history events
French and Indian war began in 1744 Maine admitted to the Union in 1820 Andrew Jackson born A year ago today an army of about 6000 United States soldiers entered Mexico in pursuit of Villa.
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Andrew Jackson
United States
Mexico
Villa
Forecast for Boston Area Weather Today and Tomorrow
Fair on Thursday and Friday with little temperature change and fresh westerly winds. Washington report also notes cloudy Thursday and Friday in New England with local rain or snow in northern areas. otherwise generally fair conditions.
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Boston
Washington
New England
Sailor Awarded Victoria Cross and DS0 for Gallant Deed
London reports Gordon Campbell, promoted above 700 senior lieutenants, has received both the Victoria Cross and the Distinguished Service Order. The admiralty calls his act one of the most gallant deeds ever performed by a British naval officer, marking a rare double honor in wartime service.
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London
Gordon Campbell
Admiralty
Campbell rises from obscurity to war hero status
News of Commander Gordon Campbell’s sudden promotion after a lone act of gallantry sparks widespread curiosity in Britain. The Admiralty confirms the honor but declines to reveal details, promising the full story will read like a thrilling postwar tale. The public is urged to understand the act deserved high distinction without disclosure of specifics.
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Campbell
London
All England
Gordon Campbell
Britain
British
War Office
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Admiralty
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