National Guard Mobilization Plan Outlined by War Dept
Washington March 16 The War Department plans precautionary steps for potential federal service by National Guard units. Guidance to State Adjutants General covers mobilization by regular army commanders, dual federal status, oath requirements, and integration of Guard reserves and administrative staff.
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Appeal in Divorce Cases Probable If Attorney’s Contention Is Upheld
Judge C W Hoffman sign bill of exceptions to permit appeal from a divorce ruling to the Court of Appeals Annie Eskanazi of New York sued for divorce from David after nine years’ absence Foster argued the bill of exceptions The case cites Cincinnati Polyclinic v Balch and a dissent by Chief Justice Nichols urging finality and review limits in appellate jurisdiction
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Arbitrators named as mediation efforts halt railroad strike
Gompers Wilson Willard Lane named to National Council of Defense mediation panel. Franklin Lane Samuel Gompers and William Wilson meet with railroad chiefs to avert a nationwide strike set to begin tomorrow night. Managers pledge cooperation while embargoes and service reductions prepare for possible stoppage.
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Russia Ends Romanoff Rule as Republic Emerges
Petrograd reports Nicholas abdicated on behalf of his heir and Grand Duke Michael abdicated later. A twelve member committee to govern for three months signals a move toward universal suffrage and a constitutional assembly. Public offices reopen as banks and factories resume activity amid new regime ceremony and unrest.
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Weather Across States Prepares for Rain Then Colder
Ohio and nearby states face rain Saturday with Sunday turning fair and colder. Kentucky sees varying conditions with rain in the east and fair, colder weather later. Temperature readings at multiple stations show highs in the 40s to 60s, with several locations noting measurable precipitation.
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States consider martial law to avert rail strike
Ohio Governor Cox plans to run railroads under martial law to avert a food famine amid a threatened strike. Messages from industry leaders offer 12,000 employees and 14 railroad crews on 20 minutes notice. Indiana Michigan and Detroit chambers back the move while Ohio officials prepare trains and guards to protect property and move freight.
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Railroads in Ohio Make Preparations
Railroad officials in Ohio anticipate possible trouble if a railroad strike occurs and take steps to prepare. The report notes measures being implemented by multiple lines in Columbus and surrounding areas as labor tensions rise.
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U S Refuses Carranza Plea for Neutral Embargo
The United States informed General Carranza that it has not changed its policy on shipments of munitions to belligerents. President Wilson cited Germany's submarine warfare and the Zimmerman plot as reasons for not joining in a peace move at this time. The note's text was not released.
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Extradition Fight Sails To Bring Thaw To Stand Trial
Albany March 16. The effort to extradite Harry K. Thaw from Pennsylvania to New York to face an assault indictment began with Deputy AG Alfred L. Becker and NY District Attorney Edward Swann seeking Governor Brumbaugh’s aid. They plan to present their case at Harrisburg next week and oppose Thaw’s defense to commit him to a Pennsylvania institution.
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Russia’s Grand Duke Michael Named Regent Amid Popular Support
Petrograd reports Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich, brother of the Czar, has been elevated to regent. At 38, he has long sparred with the government and once faced banishment for a morganatic marriage to Mme Mamontoff. He returned at the war’s start, regaining honors but remaining politically estranged from Czar Nicholas.
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Three Workers Die in Erie Yard Fire at Kent
A blaze in four bunkers at the Erie yards in Kent Ohio killed three men. John Quinn age 45 John Cunningham age 50 and James McAteer age 60 died after being trapped in their sleeping cars. Other workers escaped unharmed.
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Railroad chief links strike threats to enemy plots
President E. E. Calvin of Union Pacific condemns strike threats as aiding enemies in Europe. He backs Elisha Lee of the National Conference Committee of the Railways, urges citizens to prioritize country over personal interest, and notes pending Adamson law decisions. He criticizes brotherhood leaders for risking wartime strain.
Gerard favors leading German American regiment if war with Germany comes
New York March 18 James W Gerard former ambassador to Germany says if war occurs he would be willing to command a regiment of German Americans. He arrives after a long Berlin journey and tells crowds at City Hall loyalty exists among German descendants and peace efforts would continue unless the President must act to defend US honor.
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Columbus Food Supply At Three Weeks If Rail Strike Hits
A survey by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce shows the city has about a three weeks’ supply of food on hand in case of a railway strike. Officials released the findings issued today in Columbus Ohio.
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Strikers to Lose Jobs Declared by Santa Fe Road
President P. Ripley of the Santa Fe Road issues a notice to all employees stating that those who join in the threatened strike will not be taken back. The directive was issued in Chicago on March 16 as tensions rise over labor action.
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Brothers ratify strike orders at Chicago meeting
The Division Chairmen of four brotherhoods ratified the strike orders during their Chicago meeting today and then adjourned.
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Stockade Built Around Depot at Port Covington
The Western Maryland Railroad began an eight foot stockade topped with barbed wire around its large freight terminal at Port Covington Baltimore. Officials said they expect no trouble if a strike occurs and are preparing for any eventuality.
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Grand Central terminal sixth floor incident report
New York report notes a disruption on the sixth floor of Grand Central Terminal dated March 16. Details remain sparse in the readable text.
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