German Chancellor Hertling Signals Limited Self Determination
A United Press dispatch from New York reports Count von Hertling offering qualified approval of Wilson's four points on self determination. The piece notes distrust of German generalities given Brest-Litovsk policies and suggests the chancellor may seek to sow suspicion in Russia while not committing to eastern self determination.
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B. I
Brest- Litovsk
Count von Hertling
United States
Leon Trotsky
United Press
Russia
Germany
Wilson
Hindenburg
Brest-Litovsk
von Horting
von Hindenburg
British February losses smallest in months
London report shows British losses in February totaling 14 492 including officers and men, the smallest since last winter, according to figures compiled today.
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London
Japanese Action in Siberia Awaits U.S. Approval
United Press reports that Japanese intervention or joint action in Siberia seemed ready to proceed pending American approval. Britain and France signaled willingness for Japan to join the war to prevent Germany from gaining a foothold in Eastern Siberia.
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Siberia
U.S
Washington
Japan
Germany
Sunday Closing Ordinance Held Valid by Judge Erwin
City Judge Bi. Erwin Thursday upheld the Columbia Sunday closing ordinance banning certain Mnex business on Sundays. The rulings pertain to Wallace Siniser and Alf Brazier, each appealing after being charged with violations. Erwin based his decision on thorough review and cited higher court precedents.
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Bi. Erwin
Columbia
Wallace Siniser
Alf Brazier
Circuit Court
Erwin
Men’s Christian League Sets Meeting Next Sunday
The Men’s Christian League will convene next Sunday afternoon at the First Methodist church. It is the first meeting since the Christmas period and will discuss the Sunday closing movement and the league’s stance on it amid wartime fuel concerns.
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Men's Christian League
First Methodist
League
War Savings
Boys in Juvenile Court Face Serious Charge
About a dozen boys, both black and white, appeared before County Judge J.T. McKnight in juvenile court on Thursday charged with stealing corn from a dealer and selling it to retailers. No cases were heard in circuit court today. Tomorrow is set for Wing the nonjury docket.
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J.T. McKnight
Thurday
Southside Park Track Set to Become Fast Half Mile Course
Millard Sanders orders major upgrades at Southside park to create a premier half mile track in Tennessee with improved drainage, graded banks, and dry surface. The Williams horses from Rosewood stock farm and other mounts will race under Sanders soon in March, with W. M. Tolley leasing stables and adding facilities for horses and people.
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Southside Park
Millard Sanders
Williams
Rosewood Stock Farm
Tennessee
Willams
W. M. Tolley
Wiliams Group
Sanders
Jack Granbery
Ridley
Final Warning Issues Under Food Act For Eating Establishments
A final warning was issued under the Food Act to eating places for compliance issues. Authorities cited violations and warned remediation within a specified timeframe to avoid penalties.
Hoover Overcomes Price Fixing Fears In Food Controls
Prof. John P. Graham Maury county food administrator reports hotels and bakers using three barrels of flour per month must obtain licenses under new rules effective February 15. He notes most have filed, few violations, and urges timely licensing while campaign news notes political races in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit with Judge Turner unopposed and Fleming vs White for attorney general.
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John P. Graham
Maury County
Graham
Seneral
Eleventh Judicial Circuit
W. JB. Turner
Horace Frierson, Jr
National Guards
Looney B. White
Lawrenceburg
Lawrence County
Giles
Maury
Lawrence
Wayne
Fleming
Mr. Whites
Columbia
Gen Fleming
Wilson to Deliver Another War Speech on German Breach
President Wilson plans a new war speech amid failing peace talks over Hertling's policy. Envoys from the U S and allied nations depart Petrograd as Russians prepare to destroy railways in retreat. Public notices urge wide publicity for Hoover Food Administration guidance on price regulation and production.
Young Towler Shows Scout Spirit By Donation
William Towler Jr offers a dollar to the Boy Scout equipment fund calling The Herald and delivering the gift to a Herald staffer. The drive has raised about 441 dollars with a remaining nine dollars to meet the challenge.
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William Towler, Jr
Herald
Boy Scout Equipment Fund
Billy
Boy Scouts
Baling T
Hapard
4. C. Fulton
Pauline Fulton
House backs Wilson plan for railroad control bill
The House agreed to support the administration schedule and pass the McAdoo railroad bill largely unamended, backing Wilson war program while rejecting President Wilson’s sole control of railroad rates. An amendment allows the president to initiate rates immediately, subject to ICC revision, aligning with the Senate provision.
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United Press
Washington
House
Senate
Wilson
Interstate Commerce Commission
Spring Weather Forecast Courts a Quick Cold Snap
Balmy spring like weather described as short lived with rain expected Friday and a drop in temperatures. Forecaster warned the advance spring plans may be delayed by upcoming conditions and urged quick garden preparations before the elements worsen.
Four American Soldiers Sentenced to Death in France
Convicted of sleeping on their posts in France, four American soldiers were sentenced to death. General Pershing approved the sentence, but the War Department will hold it for final decision by the president. Names of the soldiers were not released.
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United Press
Washington
France
Pershing
Dellewest
War Department
Weather Forecast Rain and Colder Tonight
Rain and colder conditions expected tonight with cloudy skies. Temperatures drop across the region with gusty winds in exposed areas.
Garden Committee Prepares For Work In Columbia
War garden mobilization begins in Columbia with the Central Garden committee of the county National Defense council meeting at Bethel house. A seed fund drive, garden plot surveys, and a city survey to locate vacant lots are planned. An Agriculture Department expert will demonstrate cottage cheese making in the Frierson building.
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Columbia
Central Garden Committee
County Council of National Defense
Bethel House
Horace Rainey, Sr
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Frierson
Court Square
Rainey
5. D. Logan
R. J. Harris
W. D. Hastings
Herald Wil
Columba Canning Co
Howard
War Dispatches Report German, Allied Actions Across Front
Reports from multiple fronts describe German and Austrian movements in Volhynia and Dubno districts, with 200000 troops deployed and battles ongoing near Pskoff and Reval. British advances near Scarpe and Houltholat forest clash with German artillery activity at Haverincourt wood.
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United Press
London
Greenland Hill
Scarpe
Houltholat Forest
Haig
Haverincourt Wood
Petrograd
Volhynia
Dubno
Orsha
Hindenburg
Orzia
Pskoff
Reval
Nargen Island
Government Orders All Platinum Supplies
Washington reports the government issues commandeering orders for all platinum supplies in the United States. The action targets securing strategic metals for national needs amid ongoing policy measures.
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United Press
Washington
United States
Good Wheat Fields Point to Use of Lime
JASPHR Tenn February 28 All wheat in Marion county looks good says county agent F N Hutchison. The best field may be near the Dixie cement plant where lime dust from the plant has settled for years. The factory once ordered land for crops but this year shows a strong wheat crop, illustrating lime's value in farming.
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Jasphr
Tenn
Marion
F.N. Hutchison
Dixie Cement
Woman to be tried in big blackmail case
Atlanta authorities announce that Mrs Margaret Hirsch will not face trial this week for allegedly attempting to extort 500000 from Mayor Asa G Candler. Solicitor General Boykin says defense and prosecution will meet next week to fix a trial date. Judge Hull sets March 16 to hear J W Cook’s petition for a new trial after yesterday’s conviction.
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United Press
Atlanta
Margaret Hirsch
Asa G. Candler
Boykin
Hull
J. W. Cook
Cantata Rehearsal and Community Music Support Highlight Local Club
The Music Study Club plans a second Easter Cantata rehearsal tonight at 7 80 at First Presbyterian Church. A Crest meeting last Friday at the Methodist church drew strong turnout and many new names. Additional singers are joining, and soloists will be chosen to work with local musicians, reflecting Columbia talent and broad club support.
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Music Study Club
First Presbyterian Chorch
Liemingtrel
Ciuh
Columbia
Colub Lan
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Vologda
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H. AL Morgan
Food Administration
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Pro London
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Amsterdam
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