Germans in turmoil as rival governments clash in Berlin
Reports from Stuttgart and Washington on March 16 describe a three way German power struggle among Von Kapp led revolutionaries, the Ebert government, and the Spartacists. Rioting and street fighting circulate as Parliament weighs using 15 000 American troops in Germany to quell the revolt. London reports William Mayer confirming a tentative agreement between rival German authorities.
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International News Service
London
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Wm. Mayer
Berlin Crises Deepens as Spartacists Rally 6000
Conflicting reports say negotiations between the revolutionary government and President Ebert's old regime continue while the Spartacists claim 6,000 armed followers and declare a general strike. Heavy night firing and a citywide power outage accompany Von Kapp’s bid to quell unrest.
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Americans Prepare to Leave Berlin Amid Unrest
A special train stands ready to evacuate Americans from Berlin if the situation worsens. Reports from Dresden describe street fighting and clashes as Bavarian troops are said to have joined revolutionary forces with fresh disorders reported at Essen.
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Dresden
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Essen
Berlin and Stuttgart reject German peace compromise
Paris dispatch reports the German peace delegation in Paris says no compromise has been reached between Berlin's revolutionary government and President Ebert's Stuttgart old government. Stuttgart officials quote Ebert as not considering negotiations with the Berlin regime.
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Berlin
Ebert
Stuttgart
Herr Ebert
Compromise Confirmed in London Amid March Developments
Report from London confirms a political compromise reached amid March discussions. Details remain on page 3 as authorities outline the terms and potential impact for the government and public.
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London
Albany Urged to Build 400 New Homes and Plants
The Albany Chamber of Commerce urged property owners to construct more residences and manufacturing facilities. Secretary C P McDaniel said a two week survey shows urgent need for 350 plus homes and at least 50 business sites as Albany seeks to keep pace with a postwar building boom and attract manufacturers.
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El Dorado Kansas to Lead Nation in Growth
Preliminary population figures show El Dorado Kansas with a 251.4 percent increase, likely the largest gain of any town in the country. Officials of the bureau noted Tallahassee Florida 1920 population 5637 and 1910 5018 for comparison.
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Kan
Ways and Means Eyes Tax Overhaul for Veterans Bonus
Washington March 16 The House Ways and Means Committee aims to overhaul the tax system to raise funds for a veterans bonus. Members met to decide policy and will hear American Legion representatives if they present a workable plan to generate the money.
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International News Service
Washington
House
Ways and Means Committee
American Legion
Meridian Wins Its Freight Rate Fight
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that class and commodity rates from Ohio and Mississippi river crossings, Chicago and related points were unduly prejudicial to Meridian Mississippi and favored New Orleans Mobile and Vicksburg.
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International News Service
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission Today
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Mississippi
Chicago
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Mobile
Vicksburg
Gen Wood Wins in Minnesota Republican Caucus
General Leonard Wood is reported winner of the Minnesota Republican presidential caucus according to returns from across the state dated March 16. The results solidify Wood's lead in the state as delegates are allocated based on the caucus tally.
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Leonard Wood
Wood seems victor in Minnesota Republican primaries
Genrd Wood leads nearest rival by about 400 votes in returns from 100 precincts. Governor Lovden or Hiram Johnson appear in second place, with Herbert Hoover a strong contender in Minnesota voting.
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Minn Lis
Minn
Delegates Return From Y M C A Conference
General Secretary W C Noslau and C L Saunders came back from the R Y M C A conference in Louisville. They were earlier joined by W R Mc Cluskey and J E Blair who also attended. Noslau said Sunday was spent outlining ways to advance Association work in the Southeast division including the L N, The I C and The Southern. G K Roper of Washington DC presided and led discussions. Full year reports were presented from the various railroad associations.
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C. L. Saunders
Louisville
W. R. McCluskey
J. E. Blair
Southern
G. K. Roper
Washington, D. C
Opening Night Delights as Sheesley Show Dazzles Crowds
A huge crowd gathered at the Ball Park for the Greater Sheesley Shows opening. The fair and circus featured a grand animal act led by trainers Harry Hilton Louis Roth and Princess Tessie with panthers thrilling spectators. A lively variety of rides and acts offered entertainment for all ages.
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Coney Island
Harry Hilton
Louis Roth
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Teasie
Seventeen Cars Arrive for Great Motor Exposition Display
Seventeen carloads of automobiles arrive for the April auto show and are unloaded at the Malone garage. The event, valued at over $100,000, will feature bands and free entertainment for visitors with extensive preparations by B L Malone and local merchants to attract national attention. A Detroit manufacturer seeks space for display, signaling growing fame for the event.
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Ohio River
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U. S
Tuller
Automobile ‘Journal Publishing Company
Matthews Buys the Bassett Residence
C. W. Matthews master mechanic at the L. and N. shops has purchased from Augustus Bassett his handsome home on Jackson street. The consideration was not made public Matthews occupies the residence having leased it some months ago.
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C. W. Matthews
Augustus Bassett
Jackson Street
Mr. Matthews
Wild West Trip of Madison Youth Ends at Decatur
Ambrose Carter Bronaugh a fifteen year old Madison Alabama youth left with quilts a haversack a six shooter and notes of absence aimed for Texas. He rode overland to Decatur where his father J E Bronaugh awaited. Father offered rail transport but the boy returned home with his father after a day.
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Decatur
Ambrose Carter Bronaugh
J. E. Bronaugh
Ala
Bronaugh
Texas
Morgan County
Lone Star State
Ambrose Grayson
Albany
Mrs Wilson Proudly Aids President In Weighty Tasks
Washington reports that Mrs Woodrow Wilson, wife of the President, acts as a quiet buffer amid demands on the White House. She screens interruptions, conveys messages to and from the President, and lightens his burden while never relinquishing his control of policy.
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William Philip Simms
International News Service
Washington
Woodrow Wilson
United States
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White House
Mrs. Wilson
League of Nations
Comer Casts His First Vote Against Lodge Reservation
Washington March 16 Braxton Bragg Comer Alabama senator sworn in Monday cast his first ballot against the Lodge reservation to Article 10 of the Versailles peace pact aligning with administration forces. The lodgeroom reservation passed 56 to 26, with about 20 irreconcilables likely to oppose ratification, leaving the treaty a campaign issue in this year’s elections.
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Ashurst
Flying School Interest Reaches Albany Chamber
Secretary-Manager McDaniel of the Albany Chamber of Commerce received an inquiry from Virgil Evans of the Dixie Flying Corporation about locating a flying school at the local aviation field. The decision likely settles between Albany and Chattanooga with Albany favored. McDaniel asked for more information in reply today.
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Albany Chamber of Commerce
Virgil Evans
Dixie Flying Corporation
Chattanooga
Alabama
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