Pershing Arrival in Bridgeport Event Schedule
General John J. Pershing will arrive by the Knickerbocker Limited at 2:15 PM in Bridgeport and be greeted by the American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Manufacturers' Association and Elks. He will tour local plants and attend a Casino address after a 5 PM armory reception for schoolchildren.
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Parochial School Children Invited to Meet Pershing
William Beg, chairman of Pershing day arrangements, expanded an invitation for all parochial school children to attend a reception for General Pershing today at 5 o'clock in Bridgeport Armory. George W. Wheeler, vice chairman of the Americanization committee, assisted in extending the invitation.
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Pershing Room campaign opens in Lincoln Nebraska
Admirers of General John J. Pershing opened a formal drive in Lincoln to place his name on the April 20 presidential primary ballot. A voters petition was filed with the secretary of state seeking Pershing as a Republican presidential candidate.
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Senate aided junkers asserts Jas W Gerard
York March 1. James W. Gerard former ambassador to Berlin cites amid differences of opinion on ratification of the peace treaty and allied aims. He declares a mass meeting under the American committees for Armenian independence, urging attendance and support for policy on the Armenia question.
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Pershing to Aid American Legion Fund Drive at Casino
General Pershing will appear at the Casino tonight to help raise funds for erecting a new American Legion club house in town. The program includes speeches by officials, a concert, and community songs, with doors opening at 7 pm and the event starting promptly at 8. Tickets are on sale at Steinert's music store and proceeds go to the sub house building fund.
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Connecticut Governor refuses to call special suffrage session
Governor Holcomb announces he will not convene a special Connecticut General Assembly to consider the federal woman suffrage amendment. He argues no constitutional "special emergency" exists and cites the need for a regular or constitutionally permitted process for any amendment. He notes past interpretations and stresses that action by other states does not justify bypassing the established method.
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Robbers Hold Up Laundry Owner in City
Four men robbed a laundry owner last night, taking about $200. The sequence ended with the owner choked and dragged to the back room and the suspects fled down the street. The victim, an elderly man, struggled to describe the assailants. Local police questioned him but no arrests were reported.
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Day of Supreme Test Between Factions in Germany Is at Hand
Berlin dispatch reports Germany at a pivotal moment as a nationwide strike suppression and political upheaval loom. The new regime works to rally forces while authorities warn against large gatherings, amid rumors about Lincoln and the British mission impact on the crisis.
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Supreme Court to hear New Jersey wet arguments March 29
The Supreme Court will hear all phases of prohibition questions before ruling on the national wet amendment and Volstead Act. New Jersey is granted permission to file original proceedings, with arguments set for March 29, as part of broader appeals from New York and San Francisco.
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Crowd Breaks Record Filing Income Return
The record filing crowd overwhelmed the session as taxpayers waited to file income returns at the tax office. Many queued for hours, despite confusing lines and limited staff, while fees and penalties were discussed by officials and participants.
American Flags Honor of Gen Pershing Urged by Mayor
The mayor urged residents and businesses to display the American flag today to honor General Pershing. He called for a universal display of colors, especially in the center of the city, inviting stores and firms to participate.
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Unclear OCR wartime report near Wieringen
An unidentified destroyer arrived off Wieringen today as land guards watched from shore. The ex crown prince reportedly pledged to an authority at Wieringen, with no German forces seen over the island.
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Capital Still I Dare Relative 1 Berman Situation
Washington reports state that U S troops in Germany are invested with power to preserve order but any other steps require Washington approval. Officials discuss whether Allied command extends to General Allen with only American forces under armistice. State reports a Hamburg strike with military control and no disorders, details unclear.
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Paris Struggles Over Fochs Mailed Fist Policy
Paris debates Marshal Fochs tough approach amid upheaval as French leaders weigh intervention to curb civil war risks. Millerand favors restraint while Oder leaders signal readiness to act if events warrant ensuring stability in Europe.
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Wood Leads Minnesota Presidential Primary Returns
Wood led in the Minnesota presidential primary with broad state-wide margins as results from over 100 precincts showed him ahead of rivals. The tally listed Wood at 1,850 votes and Johnenn, Hoover, and Lawder following, with Hoover drawing strong support in several cities.
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Deposed German Leader Back in Berlin as Negotiations Open
In Berlin on March 15 a counter revolution appears near end as rival governments move toward settlement. Chancellor Kapp terms maintain of imperial president Ebert and cabinet reshuffle. strikes impact transport and heat nationwide.
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Berlin Clashes Leave Many Dead and Wounded
BERTAN March 15. By The Associated Press a number of persons were killed and several wounded in clashes between soldiers and crowds at various places in the suburbs of Berlin this afternoon. The soldiers used rifles and some machine guns.
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German Factions Move Toward Unified Regime in Berlin
Berlin report says negotiations opened between the Kapp government and the old regime at the request of the state, aiming to form a new cabinet with old government ministers and plan elections within two months to choose a successor. A second chamber and continued ministries are outlined as part of the fusion effort amid worker and civil servant resistance.
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Mrs Cuddy Confirms Marriage to Dr in Local Clerk Office
Mrs Cuddy confirms her marriage to a doctor in a local clerk’s office. The ceremony took place at two seats one location with witnesses present. Details remain sparse as the couple plans their future together.
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German Officers Cheer Kaiser as German revolt grows
In Geneva on March 15 AP reports 320 former German officers cheered the Kaiser and denounced the Ebert government after learning of the Berlin revolt. Many prominent generals, imprisoned in France, are in Switzerland awaiting developments and many intend to depart for Germany when possible.
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