Denies Peace Rumor From State Department Statement
The United States denies reports that Germany intended to seek U.S. mediation for peace. President Wilson, via Secretary Tumulty, rejects any inference that Ambassador Gerard’s Berlin post signaled Germany’s proposals or that the U.S. was invited to mediate. State Department notes such claims are entirely unfounded and harmful to potential mediation efforts.
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Russians Lose 20000 In Battle On Vilna Front
German war office admits Austrian defenses held near Wodaczko bridgehead after violent Slava grenades attacks. Berlin says 20000 Russians killed wounded or captured on a sixty five mile front. Petrograd silent on new offensive while air battles rage on western front. four French and three German planes fall in Upper Alsace clash.
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Cardinal Gotti Dies After Long Illness at Rome
Cardinal Girolamo Gotti dies in Rome after a protracted decline that began September 25, 1915, following a fainting spell. Born in Genoa March 29, 1834, he rose to lead the Propaganda and was considered a potential successor to the late Pope Pius X. He died at seventy eight after a career in the Carmelite order and church service.
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Fire sweeps town. Nashville loses 1,000,000 in blaze
Fire destroyed Warner School housing 1,400 pupils and left over 2,000 Nashville residents homeless. Governor Rye mobilized militia while relief groups organized aid. Fire spread from North Edgefield to South Edgefield aided by wind, burning 30 blocks. Paris and Tulsa fires add to nationwide disaster totals across several states.
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Agreement on Protocol for U S Army in Mexico
Washington reports that a draft protocol governing American expedition operations in Mexico against Villa was agreed Wednesday by Acting Secretary Polk and Mexican ambassador designate Arredondo. It outlines rights and cooperation methods for U S and Mexican troops, aims to minimize misunderstandings, and will be signed soon with details withheld until then.
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Sherman Asks Volunteers for Mexican Service
Washington reports Senator Sherman of Illinois introduced a resolution authorizing the president to call 50 000 volunteers for Mexican service. The measure was laid on the table after Democratic objections to immediate consideration. Fort Branch mourns Eliah Lincoln, a second cousin of Abraham Lincoln, who died at age 84.
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Defends the President Man Arrests in Canonsburg
Marcus Argoria shot and killed Gustave Bellin in Canonsburg Pennsylvania on March 23 defending the President Wilson saying he was justified in killing any man who attacked the president. Argoria claimed he acted to protect the president and faced murder charges.
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Aerial Battle Over Zeebrugge and Kent Raid
Allied air forces attacked Zeebrugge and Houttave near Zeebrugge, with about fifty aircraft plus fifteen fighters, all returning safely. Reports say substantial damage to German seaplane bases and an officer wounded. In Kent, four German seaplanes raided the coast causing nine deaths and 31 injuries as British planes pursued and forced one raider down at sea.
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Russian Troops Take Uscieczko North of Czernowitz
Vienna reports Russian forces have captured Uscieczko on the Dniester river, located north of Czernowitz. Saloniki notes French infantry with artillery repelled a German attack at Matchikovo. Paris quotes Finance Minister Ribot warning the decisive hour approaches as the war nears its end. Washington announces forthcoming raids on tobacco dealers in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia by internal revenue agents.
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Ferdinand Returns to Sofia After Illness Trip
King Ferdinand has returned to Sofia from Vienna where he fell ill with bronchitis during his visit. Ad vices reaching Budapest reported his illness and recovery steps after departure.
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Senate passes armor plate plant bill at 11 million
Washington March 23 The Tillman bill to fund a government armor plate factory capped at 11 million was approved by the senate 58 to 23. An amendment by Senator Wadsworth directs the plant be sited at a navy approved location with emphasis on wartime safety.
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Taggart Named Senator by Indiana Governor
Indianapolis reports Thomas Taggart, Democratic national committeeman, appointed United States senator to fill the Shively vacancy. He plans to depart for Washington promptly. In Chicago, a double tragedy occurs as Mrs Beassla Hojan and Joseph Dranee are found shot. authorities suspect the woman killed Dranee then took her own life.
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Benjamin I. Shively
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Chicago
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Russian Warship Sinks Esperanza Off Roumanian Coast
A Reuter dispatch reports a Russian warship sank the steamship Esperanza off Kali Akra on the Roumanian coast in the Black Sea. The crew were captured.
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Black Sea
Army bill passes House by wide margin with two dissenters
The Hay army reorganization bill sails through the House 402 to 2, increasing regulars to 140,000 and creating a 120,000 strong federal militia, reserves, and a 50,000 reserve officers corps under federal supervision. Britten of Illinois and Mayer London opposed, citing land defense and opposition to larger standing armies. An amendment furloughing enlisted men to reserves passed 204 to 198. Kahn amendment for 220,000 was defeated 191 to 213.
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Devastating Augusta Fire Destroys Hundreds of Homes
A lumbering blaze in Augusta Georgia raged over nine hours destroying upward of 700 houses and six business blocks. Losses reach about 7.0 million with 3,000 people homeless as the flames swept a mile and a quarter area driven by a gale. The fire began in the Dyer building and devastated Broad Street, major institutions and utilities.
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Dentist Held For Deaths In Michigan Druggist Case
New York detectives moved to arrest Dr Arthur Warren Waite after the death of John F Peck a Grand Rapids druggist. Waite was found in a stupor from an opiate he allegedly took to induce sleep. District Attorney Swann announced he would charge Waite with first degree murder. Yuan Shih kal may resign as emperor in Peking. La Constitution the Mexican paper in El Paso is seized for incendiary editorial content.
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California Syrup of Figs Endorsed for Constipation Relief
A vintage advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children and adults, claiming a teaspoonful can cleanse the bowels, improve digestion, and restore energy. It warns against counterfeit products and instructs buyers to seek a 60 cent bottle with clear directions.
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Hair Turns White After Blast Injuries
A French soldier blown up by a mine and buried under earth developed four white hair patches on the scalp as he recovered. Doctors note that sudden whitening can occur after severe injury, countering beliefs that hair cannot turn white in a night.
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Lebar
Societe Medicale Des Hopitaux
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Improved Process of Freezing Fish Demonstrated in Copenhagen
An announced Danish company with headquarters in Copenhagen uses a new freezing process claimed to surpass prior methods. Recent demonstrations showed herring frozen in thirty minutes, a significant improvement over the hours required by older systems. Theodore Roosevelt was the youngest U.S. president elected. A mule, noted for refusing flattery, embodies admirable restraint.
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