Germans Admit Truth of Letter
Berlin confirms Zimmermann instructions to Von Eckhardt were correctly quoted and that the plan aimed to form an alliance with Mexico should the United States enter the war. Tokyo quotes Japan’s surprise at the proposal and Britain reports German press hush. British losses noted as 60 prisoners and eight machine guns. Mexico denies knowledge of the plot.
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Associated Tress
London
Zimmermann
von Eckhardt
United States
Berlin
Germany
Japan
Tokio
Ancre
District C E Convention Opens at First Christian Church
The Houston District Christian Endeavor convention opened at the First Christian church with a song service led by C V Wheeler and Sunshine Cole as organist. Dr W B Bizzell of A M College gave the keynote address on wisdom and souls.
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Houston District
Christian Endeavor Convention
The
Christian Church
Christian Endeavor
First Christian Church
Fred Comber
C. V. Wheeler
Houston
W. B. Bizzell
A. and
M. College
Wise Living Emphasized At Christian Endeavor Convention
The address stressed right outlook and service as path to happiness and life. Leaders urged enlistment consecration and active youth development with a goal of one million Endeavor members by July 1 1917. Nine societies attended as officers elected Hope Finfrock president Fred Norris secretary and plans continued through tomorrow.
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Tommie Franklin
Bryan
Theodosia Hoover
Friendwood
Texas
J. J. Tatum
E. G. Campbell
C. E
Lillie C. Bringhurst
Houston
Christian Endeavor
Christian Endeavor World
Fred Norris
Carl Lehman
Elbrich Meat Market Changes Hands Again
The Elbrich meat market was sold back to Mrs. Frank Elbrich from J. F. Zack. Mrs. Elbrich plans to continue the business and welcomes friends to visit for market needs.
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Elbrich
J. F. Zack
Frank Elbrich
Bone Dry Prohibition Provision Signed by Wilson
President Wilson signed the post office appropriation bill in Washington on March 1 featuring the bone dry prohibition provision. The act marks federal support for strict alcohol controls within postal operations and related agencies.
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Wilson
Associated Press
Washington
Post Office
Villa Disputed Death Reportes In Mexican Conflict
Report in El Paso claims Villa died of pneumonia in the mountains near San Andres. Another faction disputes the report saying it serves to mask Villa movements and notes he is short of ammunition. Carranza forces in the north reportedly suspend offensives as a result.
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el Paso
Texas
Villa Junta
Villa
San Andres
Carranza
Field or Garden Time-Saving Implements Highlight
The article touts the latest improved farming tools designed to save time. It emphasizes efficiency gains and urges readers to choose among new implements for quicker field work.
Comings and Goings in This Busy Little Town
Spring brings town notes with names of residents and visitors. Mrs Ray spoke to the girls canning club at the school. Mr Thomas H Royder is recovering from illness while residents attend college basketball and see a loss to A and M. A Wellborn cemetery workday is planned for March 17 with dinner and tools.
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Ray
A. W. Boyder
Bryan
Thomas H. Royder
Dixon
Waco
G. F. Lee
J. T. Bonanna
Wellborn Cemetery
G. B. Hensarling
Steep Hollow
Dally
First March Snowstorm Wipes Out Early Gardens
The local weather bureau recorded a rare March snow storm Sunday at 4:30 am. Snow melted quickly, with 29 degree low on Sunday and 27 degree frost the next morning that damaged most young gardens and hurt the fruit crop. Forecasters predict a milder Tuesday with more clouds.
Fat Stock and Horse Show Fort Worth
Fort Worth hosts fat stock and horse show from March 10 to 17 with low rates via lL. & G. Nervy Two popular excursions and season tickets on sale daily at reduced rates See Ticket Agent I, & G. N. wt.
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Fort Worth
Ll. & G. NeRvy
School Census Underway in Bryan
The Bryan school board employs Walter Downard to conduct the census of students and households with a deadline for completion by April 1. The assignment focuses on gathering accurate counts for district planning and funding considerations.
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Walter Downard
Bryan
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Amsterdam
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Bernstorff
Guadalajara
Aguilar
District C. E
Sam
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P & O Planter
Pittman
Oliver Planters
Parker-Astin
Bryan, Texas
Marshall
Senate
America
Mr. Wilson
Overman and Smith
Georgia
White House
Lincoln
Wellborn News
Vernie Herrington
Grace McSwain
Ed Carll
Copper
JAS
PF. Ballard
St, Louis, MO
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