Verdun Front a Seething Stair of Battle From North and Sea
Six miles east and northeast of Verdun German forces batter Fort de Vaux and de Tavannes as heavy artillery pounds the Mets Verdun railway. The French hold the station at Kix while Manheulles Fresnes and Douaumont come under intense fighting. Paris says French positions hold along an eight mile front but artillery duels intensify across the western front.
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Verdun
Forte Dé Vaux
de Tavannes
Teutons
Mets-Verdun
Etain
Kix
Fort Dé Tavannes
Crown Prince
Fort de Vaux
Vaux Village
Fresnes
Manheulles
Paris
Vosges
Verdun Front
Fort Deuaumont
Douaumont
Paria
Berlin
Brandenburg
Bank Robbery Claims Millerton Trio as Fugitives in Idabel
In Idabel Oklahoma on March 1 posses hunted two women and a man after they robbed the Millerton bank twelve miles west of town. The trio fled in an automobile with $1,100 in cash. The account notes the pursuit ongoing with no arrests reported.
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Idabel
Okla
Millerton
Here
Plans of U. S. Fortifications Found In German Quarters
Two German naval lieutenants Richard von Abrend and Rudolph von Krecht were arrested on a postal conspiracy charge after inspectors found American fortification plans in their quarters. They were to be arraigned before U S Commissioner Houghton as District Attorney Marshall sought heavy bonds. Postal authorities say the pair posed as charity collectors for Belgians to raise funds.
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U. S
New York
Richard von Abrend
Rudolph von Krecht
Post Office
Federal
United States
Houghton
Marshall
New York Democrats Back Wilson at State Convention
Syracuse reports the New York Democratic State convention endorses President Wilson for renomination. Murphy of Tammany Hall is to join the delegation, with strong party unity and a keynote by former Governor Glynn. A full reply to criticism of the national administration is promised.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Wilson
Murphy
Tammany Hall
Glynn
Videre
Democratic Admnistra
United New York de Oca
Sea Tragedy Seen as Kaiser's Submarine Decree
London reports German decree allowing attacks on belligerent armed merchant ships went into effect at midnight. Early signs show mixed opinion among shippers with fears for crew safety, and the Thornaby sinking noted as possible first victim under the new campaign. The Mediterranean already sees more U boats near the Italian coast.
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London
Germany
Lon
Don
West Nartepool
Thornaby
Lloyd's Dispatches
Mediterranean
President Wilson demands record vote on anti administration resolution
President Wilson served notice to Congress that he will accept no compromise on a record vote opposing armed ships of European belligerents before continuing German submarine talks. The move aims to force clear positions before the country and complicates ongoing Lusitania negotiations amid congressional deadlock.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
Germany
White House
Denver Bishop McConnell elected REA president
Bishop Francis J. McConnell of Denver was elected president of the Religious Education association at its annual convention in Chicago, which closed today.
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Chicago
Francis J. McConnell
Denver
The
Religious Education Association
White Star Cancels March Sailings Plans
The White Star Line canceled all reservations for March on the Lapland Baltic and Adriatic. The ships will resume passenger service in April.
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New York
White Star Line
Lapland
Baltic
Adriatic
Lewis and Stone Battle 20 Rounds in Open Welter Title Fight
In New Orleans on March 1 Tad Lewis of England and Harry Stone of New York fought a 20 round bout. Lewis claims the welterweight world championship as the decision stands.
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New Orleans
Tad Lewis
England
Harry Stone
New York
Lewis
Leaders in Congress rush test vote on Wilson policy
Washington March 1 Congress will record its stance on the administration plan toward Germany. Leaders from both parties met with the president to set a vote on a warning to armed merchantmen, aiming to show support for his policy while signaling divisions remain.
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Congress
Wilson
Washington
Germany
House
Senate
White House
Kitchin
Clark
Discarded Wife Who Shot Reality Man Takes Poison
Mrs Melcina Dyott widow of Samuel Lyott a real estate operator who shot him last October and attempted suicide last month ingested bichloride of mercury after warning a press reporter she would end her life She is in critical condition at Central Emergency hospital in San Francisco following a failed rescue attempt by police and nurses at her Stockton Street apartment
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Tate
Hem
Central Emergency Hospital
Netalia
Stockton Street
New York Orphanages Tarnished by Harsh Offhand Reports
Investigators report pitiful conditions in New York area orphanages and asylums. Deputy Charities Commissioner Wm. J. Doherty testifies to filthy play halls, dirty meals, springless beds, and neglected care amid a government inquiry into charges against institutions.
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New York
Charities
Wm. J. Doherty
Gov. Whitman
Doherty
Buaten Island
Youkers
Baby Week Contest Opens Registration For One To Three Year Olds
Lepecia announces a baby contest during Baby Week with registration Thursday for children aged one to three. Friday and Saturday at 1600 on Spite Avenue under Chapter P O Sintohood and others oversee. Mothers must register, with ministers leading Sunday events and floral tributes. The week runs March 4 to 1 9.
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Spite Avenue
BE. O. Sintohood
C., Meudree
W. C. Kinkead
Carranza Open to Diaz Challenge for Mexican Supremacy
The Carranza government informed Mexico's ambassador Elivo Arredondo that it would welcome any incursion by Diaz for potential advantage. Arredondo relayed that no proven plan exists and that rumors link several generals to the movement, though few have real military experience.
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Carranza
Diaz
Mexico
Washington, Mareh
Carrants
Eliveo Arredends
Pelig Dias
Arredon
Imasmurh
Diag
New York Auctions Doll and Kennel Spark Controversy
A New York report notes payout of 2000 for a kennel amid disclosures on child treatment in institutions. The auctioned items from Yam Nak i collection include a gilded four wheeled dog kennel with dragon enamel, and two other kennels with Chinese lacquerwork and ornate details. London dispatch reports the German emperor leaving Verdun and returning to Rotterdam.
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New York
Howe
Avery
Pais
Bkie
New York City
Yamanaki
Yas
Threats and killings reported amid Mexican campaign
Travelers arriving from Juarez relayed that Carranza forces under General Gutierrez killed a Chinese hotel keeper near Jimenez and threatened to execute Americans. Reports conflicted with officials. Villa’s withdrawal and shifting command were noted as troops moved toward Chihuahua City and Agua Nueva.
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EL Paso
Tex
Maroh Tf
Pasengers
Juares
Mentou Chrys
Carranza
Lule Iwuorres
Chihuahua
Jimenes
Cathwahua City
Carrolaea
Gutierres
Ataunie
Ccampaign
Ageinet Pronto
Villa
Lote Merrera
Chihuahua City
Agua Nueva
ChAiluahusity
Weather note tainted by garbled terms
Weather report fragment mentions cold conditions and Friday, but the text is garbled and unreadable, with unclear locations or measurements. No identifiable entities, dates, or events beyond a general cold outlook.
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