Germans Warn Off Armed Liners By Submarine Rules
A dated dispatch quotes German policy that armed liners will not be sunk unless they attack or attempt to escape, with warnings given even when armed. The note, obtained at a foreign office briefing, discusses U S and Germany talks as President Wilson seeks a resolution. The piece reflects tense U S sentiment and ongoing negotiations.
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Orling
Toreigh
United Staten
Forminy
Foreign Office
WLM
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Stone
America
NO CHANCE U BOAT DECREE BE POSTPONED
Washington reports England allegedly ordered German commanders to attack. Von Gernert expected to deliver a message to the State Department. The United States believes the German decree will not be postponed and negotiations hinge on German actions and warnings to Britain.
Berlin Now Realizes True U S Opinion
The piece reports on a letter from President Wilson to Senator Borah, noting American support for Germany and the Allied stance. An official commented on the impressive wording as the letter expressed U.S. intent to uphold national honor and strengthen transatlantic relations.
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Berlin
U. S
Weather Note From Dante Threanne Forecast
Meteorology bulletin notes a dry spell with variable winds for the day. Forecast covers a ten hour period with no significant precipitation expected and temperatures near average for the region.
Bodies Of Ship Crew Recovered After Mine Collision
London February 28. The fate of two Wilwon Viner Duo crew members remains unclear while eight others were washed ashore at Lincolnshire. Authorities report the attack after a mine strike and warn more bodies may yet be found.
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Paptadn
Wilwon Viner
Lincolnwiira
Admiralty
Crow Ly
Convict Drunks Under City Law Sparks Debate
A fragment reports a dispute about handling drunkenness cases under city law. It notes that traditionally the county bore costs for intoxicated individuals sent to jail, while the city managed detention. Authorities now seek a favorable plan to shift expenses and processing to the city system.
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Erie
Belo
Hid
Committee favors repeal free sugar
The Ways and Means Committee of the House reported favorably in Washington, proposing repeal of the measure tied to sugar policy. The bill, introduced by Representatives Butch and others, aims to modify existing duties and restrictions affecting sugar imports. The action signals support for lifting current free sugar provisions under the draft legislation.
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United Preas
Washington, D. C
Kab
Wayward Means
House of Raprinantatives
Wollen
Butchin
Tila
Bernstorff Seeks Lansing Call on German Reply
Washington February 28 Von Bernstorf visited Secretary of State Lansing delivering a written communication outlining Berlin’s reply to American representations on the decree. He said the German orders to attack submarines were secured when the German captured the Apollo and brought her as a prize to American waters. Austrian charge Baron Zholduink Endaynina also called at the State Department before von Bernstorf left.
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Washington, D. C
England
Mer ‘Chat Xhlen
Montroy
Garman
Merlin
United States
von Gerneter
State Department
Herlin
Haron Sweidenckin
Ula
Lansing
Wneland
Stowan
United Prows
Ani- Iusander
Baron Zholduink Endaynina
von Bernstort Ad
Fen Monkiys
Germany
Dollar Day Brings 65 City Firms Into Big Merchandising Push
Secretary Crown of the Board of Commerce reports sixty-five merchants and firms in the city join the Dollar Day effort for March 1. The Goard of Commerce and the Dollar Day Committee announce extensive advertising, promising the event will be the biggest merchandising drive yet.
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Goard of Commerce
Jon
WIN
Apea
Hundred Sixty Five Perished In Maritime Disaster
United Press reports a Russian merchant ship Polstinga tragedy left a hundred sixty five dead or missing after a lifeboat or shipwreck incident. The skewed transport claim mentions twelve women and children among the dead, with several ships aiding the recovery as authorities investigate causes and survivors.
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Don
Tony
Wmprewi Fort
Witlum
Fuewer
Wiligmae
Holdand
Hape -Necklenbure
Germans Extend Great Drive to Champagne Lines
German forces press on the Somme front extending toward Champagne with wide advances. Berlin reports capture of Nayarit Farm and nearby positions after a heavy bombardment. Along the Verdin sector the drive continues. front east of the Meuse remains under bombardment as mine operations begin north of Arras.
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Champegne
Berlin
Waar
Somme
Nayarit Farm
War Office
Verdi
Meuse
Arras
Navy calls for twenty-five thousand more men
United Press reports Admiral Knight told a congressional committee that the navy faces a manpower shortage. He urged a rapid mobilization to recruit twenty-five thousand additional sailors and suggested measures to boost enlistments, arguing the service lacks sufficient personnel to meet needs.
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Washington, D. C
Navy
Knight
Congressional Committee
Wright Aléongty
Huedad
Blizzard Strikes City Causing Heavy Snow Delays
A fierce blizzard yesterday crippled the city with driving winds and deep drifts blocking walks and roads. Freight and passenger rail service suffered, with the Pennsy and Bry lines delayed by wrecks and slow freight movements while crews struggled to restore normal schedules.
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Bry
Humtato
General Diaz Evades U S Government Agents
Washington reports General Diaz, a Mexican revolutionary leader, evaded U S government agents who were pursuing him in New York. Other known Mexicans who fled the United States have reportedly reentered Mexico or are believed to have returned, while authorities say arms depots remain secure and no major overflows have occurred.
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United Press
Washington
1. C
Pellx Ding
Staten Hig
Fis
Treeline
Drax
United Sutton
Hurley Case Taken Up With Penn Railroad
The damages suit for death of Jas. Girtey, a former yard conductor, has been brought before county courts. Negotiations between Mrs Hurley and the railroad may avoid trial. The claim cites negligence over a defective crossing plank at First Avenue, which caused Girtey to fall under a locomotive.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Jas
Girtey
Low Far
Altern Keys
Hurley
Childran
Raitroad
Tn Jurion
First Avenue
Gio
Wo Engin
Verdun Fall Predicted Within Two Weeks by Berlin
United Press reports Berlin predicts Verdun and all forts will fall to German forces within a fortnight. Dispatches describe German attacks, aerial activity, and bombardment success, noting fortifications weakened and French lines under heavy pressure amid the recent offensive.
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Berlin
United Pres
Army of the Crown
Deaumont Wan
Ruthie
Whulls
Liogo
Tye
Verdun battle losses acknowledged as German push grows
Paris reports Verdun’s awful losses as Germans press the assault. Wounded trains pass through the city while the front saber drives its heavy blows. Doctors say death rates may exceed previous campaigns as mud and rain hamper aid. The North Monument area bears the brunt of the slaughter.
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Verdun
Miotorp
Vallgut
President Reflects Real Am Opinion in War Stance
An interview with Mason of the Matted Praia suggests American public mood favors keeping out of war while sustaining rights. He notes President Wilson’s stance as a truthful expression of the nation’s view and criticizes Congress for not aligning with public opinion on armament and loans.
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Washington, D
Surapuyr Millinger Mason
Praia
London
Argentouns
Mason
Wilkon Haw
Manon
Supreme Court Grants Stay for David Lamar in Prison Case
Washington February 28 The Supreme Court saved David Lamar from immediate imprisonment. The court granted a writ of habeas corpus allowing a rehearing and automatically stayed his sentence of years imprisonment in Bedorn penitentiary.
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Washington, D C
Supreme Court
David Lamar
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