United States to Join France and Britain in Protecting Shipping
United States officials indicate a plan to align with France and Great Britain to guard shipping against German attacks. The move accompanies anticipated negotiations through naval and diplomatic channels, leveraging a built up U S Navy to protect American commercial vessels and deter further losses.
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United States
France
England
United
Washington
Great Britain
Erate Department
Uel
United States Navy
French on Western Front Advance Reported Despite Weather
United Press dispatch cites an official statement claiming continued French gains on the Western front in early night and today. It notes constant contact with German forces between Arc and the Mine, with uneven progress and heavy losses reported around Verdun and the Avocurt Woody area.
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United Presa
Ateady
Uy Yolen
Verdin
Bandits Rob Train Near Buffalo Today
Buffalo March 20 Armed men robbed a Westbound New York Central freight near Athol Springs, twenty two miles west of Buffalo. Three bandits boarded the caboose, forced the crew to the rear, uncoupled the engine, looted a merchandise car, and fled on the locomotive. No estimate of damage or loot was reported.
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United Preon
Buffalo
New York
Athul Springs
City
Pralnmanter
Niagwrs
German Withdrawal Slows Up in Weather Aided Push
Honiton reports slim retreat progress as German forces slow under enemy pressure. Dispatches indicate British units tighten security but weather hampers effective regrouping and defense, while Allied advances persist despite deteriorating conditions.
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United Press
Honiton
Tron
Clarence Commandery Degree Work
Clarence Commandery No 1 KT held a temple degree work in the evening with several candidates initiated. Officers of the order conferred the degrees, and local members attended. A luncheon followed with reports, brief talks, and general satisfaction at the success of the ceremony.
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Clarence Commandery
Natoral
Alty
Henry Thayer
Sherman and Me
Mae Guin
Franklin
Hester
Hell
Mont Dera
Recruiting Officers Visit Erie For Navy Enlistment
Fred Poole, serving as recruiting officer in Erie, traveled the city seeking motivated young men to enlist. Applicants can obtain information by applying at the Navy recruiting post, with details available through local naval representatives.
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Fred Poole
United States Naval
Erie
Mattar
Navy
American Ship Not Warned Sunk by German Submarine
A report from London states an American ship, part of three vessels, was sunk by a German submarine without warning. The crew were left aboard a drifting bow section of the ViYDianla after the Sunday incident, with severe conditions reported.
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United Preas
London
Che
Escapes from German Interned Ships At Philadelphia
Report from March 20 details escapes of three German sailors from interned ships at Philadelphia. Two drowned attempting to flee. seven interned seamen reportedly escaped along the river. Local Philadelphia residents among those involved were alleged sympathizers. authorities confiscated related lists and prepared action for the commandant.
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United Press
Washington,d. C
Philadelphia
Minde
Scroyder
Norfolk
Philie Helphii
Prize Presented to Corry Rod and Gun Club Members
A. E. Ford of Shakespeare Co. donated a fine 25 tier rod for the Corry Rod and Gun Club bat this year. The Shakespeare Company prize will be among the finest in a growing list of awards for members. The Walted Sportamen branch, now separate, plans committees to finalize awards, arrange trap shooting paper, and seek streams stocking plans.
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A. E. Ford
The
Shakespeare Co
Downey
Ayn Glib
Ford
Pris
Shakespeare Company
Walted Sportamen
Worldhit Wale
Sumer
Trenty
Lieutenant Jourdet Appointment Announced
Harrisburg March 2 United Press reports several Army officer appointments announced at headquarters. George C. Jack named Olympia Ordnance Officer with Tank Battalion. Clifford R Jourdel of Corry elevated to First Lieutenant of Company A Sixteenth Infantry. Jourdel named Second in command of Company A, succeeding Thok Tshards. Anticipated promotion for Top Sergeant Wellman to Second Lieutenant expected soon.
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United Pris
Harrisburg
George C. Jack
Dlympia
Ojifford RK. Jourdel
Corry
Co. A
Sixteenth Infantry
Lit. Jourdel
Company A
Bir
Jourdet
Corry Company
Thok Tshards
Wellman
Clymer Mill Tragedy Claims Young Worker
A young man from near Clymer died at noon at Johnson Brothers sawmill. He was crushed when a pile of cut lumber toppled, breaking his neck and skull. Survived by a wife and a two year old child. the father was described as a likely widower soon after. Doctors arrived but death was deemed instantaneous.
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Morg Scott
Clymer
Johnson Brothers
Scott
Corry
Tun
I O
Recognition of new Russian regime debated in Washington
United Press reports Washington officials expect formal recognition soon for the revolutions in Russia as the provisional government gains stability. Ambassador Francis states the army and navy back the revolution, while affairs in the capital proceed with coordination and quiet support for the new regime.
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United Press
Washington, D.C
Russia
Francis Han
Ten German sailors escape plot concerns in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police report four to ten German seamen captured in harbor escape attempts from interned ships. Accounts from four sailors vary, but authorities believe a broader plot by a German circle aided escapes. Investigations focus on discrepancies in statements and potential organized effort.
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United Press
Philadelphia
Thre
Fourten
Mexican president rejects Carranza oil embargo plan
Washington report quotes President Wilvon opposing Carranza’s proposal to halt shipments of oil and supplies to allied nations. The message notes likely Urito pressure and questions whether the move fits Mexico’s stance amid ongoing discussions on neutrality and aid restrictions.
War Push Aims at Speedy End in Russia's Provisional Government
Fragmented report from Petrograd outlines Milukoft declaring the provisional government will mobilize all energy to end the war quickly and rebuild the political system. Amid immense challenges, leaders pledge decisive action to restore order, with growing army support and a claim of popular backing for drastic reforms.
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United Press
Petrograd
Mureh
Koreten
Milukoft
Ender Othe
Praviaional
Riva
Forsinie Husain
Min- Koft
Uni
Mays
Rusa
Nicholas Odae
Shaw
Iavna
Warns of New Move by Railroads
United Press report from Des Moines on March 2 quotes Thorn a former military dominion expert warning the first point of contention will be higher freight and passenger rates. He notes railways previously granted wage increases but cautions the public to remember roads earned millions more in 1914 than any prior year.
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United Press
Des Moines
Iowa
Ford Thorn
MilWay
Thorn
Warhingston
Wien
United State
Lyawwal
Loday
Belluve
Hun
Henlin
Iveritwite
Ujal
Administration Resists Immediate War Declaration Against Germany
The United States government, amid rising tensions with Germany, weighs delaying a formal war declaration while steps toward full preparedness accelerate. Cabinet reviews and a planned session of Congress loom as officials pursue a measured approach to escalating efforts.
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Germany
City seeks to curb vagrants with new local order
Chief of Ponce Davie and municipal authorities issued a public order urging residents to refuse food to vagrants during home visits. Over the past two weeks a growing number of vagrants have lodged at a local jail and engaged in panhandling. The plan ties penalties to public action, aiming to deter further incidents. Coroner Howard te Helde announced Henry H Miller died at the county home on March 1 from injuries sustained hours earlier when struck by a festive patron invited to the premises.
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Ponce Davie
Udy Ely
Ely Jou
Jock-in
Chlet Tvl
Ely
Howard Te Helde
Mordor Courty
Henry H. Miller
Huekat
Messenger Fights Street Bandit in Broad Daylight
United Press report from Pittsburgh on March 2 describes Lis Hinch a 19 year old messenger for Liberty National Bank fending off a street robber who seized a satchel containing 4500 dollars on Oliver Avenue. A crowd formed but police arrived as the thief escaped leaving Hinch intact and the money still in hand.
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United Press
Pittsburgh
Rass Inch
Liserty National Banke
Oliver Avenue
Wineh
Wolgut
Railroads Plan Immediate Freight Rate Increase Request
Washington March 20 United Press reports railroads intend to urge Congress to authorize an immediate freight rate increase. The move follows pressure from the eight-hour day settlement and the Adamson law being upheld, with the industry seeking expedited federal action to adjust shipping costs amid ongoing labor disputes.
Ball Fans Meet Next Friday in City Hall
Ball fans gather at City Hall next Friday to discuss plans for a bone ball season. A city league reorganization is hoped, with renewed efforts to form an intracity league and field teams from this city only.
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City League
Inter Ctty Jeague
Teauiy
Union City
City Lanene
Jorge Tumbor
Pollen Davie
Thys
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