First Load by Railway Goes Today to Pershing Troops
The first train carrying supplies for General Pershing's troops may leave Juarez tomorrow after Carter granted use of the Northwestern railroad. Bridges burned by brigands slow progress, trains run 22 to 25 hours for the 168 miles to Casas Grandes, with motor trucks still serving as backup.
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EL Paso
Tex
Juarez
Casas Grandes
Columbus
Northwestern
General Pershing
Villa
Restrictions on shipments hinder supplies to the expeditionary force
General Carranza limits shipments to Mexico based contractors for the expeditionary force causing officer disappointment. Restrictions and absence of military guards with trains threaten adequate supply streams. Pershing has set his principal base near Casas Grandes along the Northwestern lines.
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Carranza
Mexico
Here
Casas Grandes
General Pershing
Spring fashion items in a department store feature
Venise top net laces for collars and yokes priced at 42c. Quaint field flower bouquets in neckwear priced 1.00 and 1.50. Womens wear highlights include ivory and champagne kid boots, gray and brown pumps, and novelty items. The chin-chin 16 rib parasol with loop-handle and The Little Corporal parasol in pussy willow taffeta available in Spring shades at 5.00 and 7.50. Champagne gloves to match shoes promoted for Easter wear.
New Music Selection Noted For Its Wide Range
A broad catalog of musical instruments attracts attention for its extensive and carefully chosen collection. The feature highlights variety and thoughtful curation, inviting readers to explore the offerings.
Carranza Grants Use of Railway For Villa Pursuit
Washington reports General Carranza agreed to the commercial use of the Mexico Northwestern rail line to aid the pursuit of Villa. The decision relieves reliance on desert supply trucks, with further diplomatic details to be arranged. No military news from the border today.
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Carranza
Washington
Villa
State Department
No Munitions to Be Sent by Railroad
Secretary Baker said the War Department directed General Funston to offer cargo shipments of supplies to military personnel or civilians in Mexico, not munitions, and not using American military guards on Mexican trains. Troops pursue bandits. health reports from the expeditionary force indicate good health with one trooper killed in a train wreck. General Trevino returned to Torreon March 26 and plans a campaign against bandits in Laguna.
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Medford
Alfred J. Hawkes
State Department
Carranza
War Department
Mexico Northwestern
Mexico
Geronimo
Villa
United States
Pershing
Funston
Amer
Washington
Baker
Ican
Tenth Cavalry
General Funston
Fort Bliss
Fort
Durango
Saltillo
Trevino
Torreon
Laguna
New Haven Embargo Modified to Ease Freight Still Held Elsewhere
Freight on the New Haven road will be eased by a modification of the embargo, allowing the line to take freight already held by other roads for Western Massachusetts and Rhode Island points. The change applies only to existing business, not new shipments, following a meeting in New York attended by officials and the eastern freight embargo committee.
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New Haven Road
South Station
Grand Central Terminal
New York
R. E. Clark
A. H. Smith
New York Central Lines
B. Campbell
New Haven Railroad
M. B. Casey
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
New Haven
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promise Bladder Relief
An old time remedy advertises GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules for elderly bladder and related ailments. The copy touts 209 years of use, odorless tasteless capsules, quick relief from stiff joints and various pains, and a money back guarantee if not helped.
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Haarlem
Surprise in Commons as Officer Drops onto Floor
An army officer in the strangers' gallery leaped over rails and hung briefly above the House floor before dropping down. He was escorted out, shouting a demand to protect British soldiers with helmets against shrapnel fire.
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London
House of Commons
Nippys Pop Strides Across Desperate Ambrose Comic Page
A bold illustrated feature titled Nippy's Pop runs across a large colored comic page in the upcoming Sunday Post. The section showcases a vivid splash of action with Desperate Ambrose center stage, promising lively humor and dramatic panels.
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Nippy
Desperate Ambrose
Next Sunday Post
Coal Dealers to Drop Trade Names in Favor of Simple Classifications
F. W. Saward of New York told 20 New England Coal Dealers at Morticultural Hall that eye stove pea and chestnut coal names will be eliminated. Domestic use will use furnace and range coal while manufacturers will use steam and boiler coal. Prices will hold, and the April 1 cut may disappear with a possible 50 cent rise later. The convention opened yesterday with machinery exhibits and a nominating committee named H. W. Ware F. A. Whiting and Charles F. Robinson.
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F. W. Saward
New York
New England Coal Dealers’ Association
Morticultural Hall
W. A. Clark
Northampton
H. W. Ware
Shelburne Falls
F. A. Whiting
Holyoke
Charles F. Robinson
Natick
Present Ames Sees New Offer Push Today
Local officials point to a batch of new offers today in Ames as residents review proposals affecting housing development and municipal services. Authorities emphasize public input and timely decisions from the city council.
Scott's Emulsion advert promotes blood quality for health
An advertisement claims 18 pounds of blood in a healthy adult and argues that blood quality, not quantity, affects sickness resistance. It urges fresh air and taking Scott's Emulsion after meals to improve blood quality, warm the body, and reduce impurities, warning against substitutes.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Bloomfield, N. J
Riker Truck Promoted As Best Built For War and Business
The article argues that trucks used in war must be robust for business use, citing failures in war service and praise for the Riker Truck. It notes European governments favored sturdy designs, with Riker trucks now available to businessmen. Details highlight chrome-nickel steel, oversized frame and gears, easy access and operation, and the Boston and Bridgeport branch offices of the Loco mobile Company.
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Schnieder
Paris
Europe
Riker
America
Bridgeport
A. L. Riker
Locomobile Company
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ATA Coop
Jordan Marsh Company
Shorty” McCabe
Sewell Ford
Peabody
Sunday Post
Pine Grove
Grange Pekoe
Ceylon
Ourmosa Oolong
Pride of
Aden
Pi “Reliance
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Everett
Leeds
the Ginter Co
Union St
Cor
Canal St
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Ginter Co
C. B. Brown Co, Inc
Duff Gordon
Washington St
Bet
West & Temple
Bromfield St
Tremont St
Boston
Commonwealth Avenue
Bridgeport, Conn
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