Red Cross Aims to Locate Missing Soldiers in War
The American Red Cross plans a national effort to locate missing service members. Under Henry J. Allen, the organization divides into sections to reach prisoners, missing in action, and the sick or dead. Mail channels via Germany will relay news, and letters from wounded bedsides will be sent home. The bureau will photograph graves and mark sites for next of kin, linking U S soldiers in France with families at home. Local chapters will assist families. the Red Cross becomes a lifeline for those awaiting word.
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Death of Henry Wright Former Yale Dean Remembered
Hayne March 17 Henry Wright former Yale dean died at his home after a long illness. Born Winchester New Hampshire 1839 he joined Yale 1864 graduating valedictorian then tutor assistant professor and professor of Latin. He served as secretary of his class and in 1884 became dean of a newly created position at Yale retiring in 190? He held degrees from Union College and was survived by his wife and two sons.
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Theatre news brings Masqueraders and world act lineups to town
Poonl s Masqueraders opens at the theatre with the New York comedian and screen star Mae Marsa in a Goldwyn production, complemented by a diverse bill. Acts include the renowned Parker comedians, a Japanese balancing troupe, animated films Plaza Soul in Trust, and Belle Bennett with J Barney. The program features new musical comedietta New Doctor and a lively chorus, promising a full week of entertainment at the Pingu.
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Global WWI Fronts See Escalating Battles Across Europe
The article reports widespread warfare as spring opens with intensified ice patrols and heavy bombardments from the North Sea to the Swiss frontier. French, British, Italian, and Austro German actions surge along Verdun, Lens, Epehy, Gavrelle, and in Macedonia around Monastir.
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Germans Ordered to Stay Home at Night in Bridgeport
A long government notice requires German residents over fourteen to remain within home districts after dark and to use only direct routes between home and work. They must not drive or appear on streets at night, and violations will trigger internment. Police aid enforcement as arrests of aliens continue.
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Kaiser Blesses Courland for Honors Offered
Amster dam Sunday March 14 German reports say Kaiser Wilhelm congratulated Courland National Council on offering the title of Duke of Courland. He sent a telegram praising loyal greetings and expressing gratitude for the honor and the support of German leaders and perseverance.
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Attack to Take Prisoners on French Front Lines
German lines show strong fortifications with parapets dugouts and new troops assigned opposite Americans and French. Night patrols report enemy retreat and scattered fire. aerial activity minimal. Mustard, phosgene, and chlorine shells used in intermittent bombardments. Secretary Baker tours French front, notes well housed and fed soldiers. plans include vast harbor warehouses and a 20,000 bed hospital, the largest in the world.
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Germans organize PR Czech? (placeholder)
The Germans organize two army corps of German war prisoners in Russia, with one corps secretly formed at Irkutsk, Siberia, and two cavalry corps also being formed.
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Labor Calls Fair Trial for Mooney Amid Controversy
A mass meeting in Bridgeport pledges support for Thomas J. Mooney, asserting his conviction relied on perjured testimony. The gathering cites a California Supreme Court bar against new photographic evidence and urges federal action to secure a new trial, with substantial fundraising for Mooney and Billings.
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