Leaders weigh steps for next week in extraordinary session
Congressional leaders informal today discuss a program for the national emergency but no definite plan until after the president’s address to Congress before the extraordinary session opens next Monday. About 50 000 national guardsmen are in federal service for police duty, with 15 000 under orders.
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Denial of German Movements Into Mexico Stated
Reports that many Germans crossed into Mexico after the U S broke relations with Germany are denied in official records. Only three Germans entered Mexico in the Brownsville area since February 3 and 78 in the Laredo region, with 34 of those returning to the United States.
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German workers in Mexico dismissed from oil fields
In Luis Potosi dated March 28, over 2000 German employees from Tampico and Vera Cruz oil fields were dismissed by local companies. Many had been living in the area and now face unemployment.
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Eleven Die In Alabama Storm Disaster
Montgomery March 28 eleven persons were killed and three fatally injured when a storm swept a portion of central Alabama Tuesday. Six of the dead are Negroes and the list of victims includes men women and children from several towns. Local authorities reported the fatalities as more details were awaited from scattered affected areas.
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Dutch steamers confiscated in British ports
Washington reports that on March 28 Dutch steamers in British ports were confiscated today, reflecting wartime measures and seizure actions affecting maritime assets.
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Washington
Four Regiments in Federal Service Activated
Washington March 28 four additional regiments of the national guard were called into federal service today. The troops are West Virginia New York Connecticut and New Jersey in fantry.
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Circus Heist Report From Cuban Rebels
Edward and Lottie McKinley said Cuban rebels stole an entire one ring circus except tents and sawdust arriving from Cuba. They took the garments of Caesar and Cleopatra after a lottery, plus a 23 year old lion and Hattie the elephant, and moved the troupe from a town near Hawaii.
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Germany Reportedly Seeks Separate Peace With Russia
Amsterdam dispatch claims Berlin is filled with rumors that Germany has offered Russia a separate peace. Terms allegedly include Poland autonomy, Constantinople internalization, evacuation of Russian lands, and a Russian protectorate over Armenia.
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Two British torpedo boat destroyers sunk in separate incidents
London report says two British destroyers were sunk one after hitting a mine in the channel and the other after colliding with a steamer. Four officers and 17 men were saved from the mine incident while one man was lost in the collision. no other casualties were recorded.
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Manchuria Arrives at English Port After Atlantic Crossing
The American freighter Manchuria has reached an English port following an Atlantic voyage. A cable from the International Marine Owners confirms the arrival, noting the ship departed an American port about 24 hours before the St. Louis.
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Jewish Women to Send Representatives to Congress
New York March 28 prominent Jewish women across the United States plan to nominate and send representatives to the American Jewish Congress. A conference will fix the congress date in New York on April 1.
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British advance takes three more villages near Cambrai
The British in their advance toward Cambrai have occupied the villages of Longavesnes Liersmont and Equancourt according to the official report from British headquarters in France today.
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Moses Ezekiel Dies at 80 in Rome of Pneumonia
American sculptor Moses Ezekiel died in Rome today from pneumonia. Born in Richmond Virginia in 1844, he achieved fame for his sculpture and served in the Confederate army during the Civil War.
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Weather Outlook Fair Tonight and Warmer Thursday
The forecast calls for a fair night with light frost. Thursday will be fair and warmer with moderate north and northwest winds.
Oliver Named Governor of Danish West Indies in Transfer
Rear Admiral James H. Oliver was named by Secretary Daniels as governor of the Danish West Indies to take over Saturday. The transfer includes fortifications and use as a naval base to protect the Panama Canal. McAdoo to deliver warrant for 25 million dollars. Oliver to serve until Congress fixes a permanent government.
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German Arrested in Grave Charge in New York State
Rochester, March 28. Adolph Wattes, a German, held in Geneva on a technical charge of attempted death by own action as federal officers from Buffalo prepare to arrive. A letter he wrote describes visits to Springfield plants and other cities where he found conditions acceptable and signaled German agents for transmission to Mexico. He later attempted suicide with a knife. personal effects yielded maps, clippings, photos, and documents.
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Call for House Organization in Congress
Associated Press reports Congressman Madden, chair of the House Republican organization committee, notified members that a meeting will be held Friday in Washington to consider the house organization.
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Civil service seeks immediate diplomas for senior tech students
Civil service officials urged university leaders to award diplomas to senior technical and scientific students today so their services can be secured, Wilmington reports dated March 28.
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Peace rumors tug wheat prices lower in Chicago opening
Chicago traders saw a bearish tilt as peace rumors affected the wheat market. Opening ranges were from 1.8 to 1.9 cents higher for May and about 1.671 to 1.678 cents for July, then prices slipped well below yesterday's close.
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High Point Declares War on Rubbish Clean Up Week
High Point citizens will observe a six day clean up week next week to haul away and burn city rubbish. A 15 truck fleet will cart debris from each ward starting Monday morning with barrels or boxes placed at curbs for easy collection. Officials urge residents to participate to make the city noticeably cleaner.
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Russia Crisis Is War's Most Dramatic Event Say U S Official
Hon Ewing Pratt chief of the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce told the American Russian chamber luncheon the Russia crisis is the war’s most dramatic change with far reaching effects on Europe and United States He argued a peaceful shift to an efficient government will promote freer trade and that Germany may play a role in Russia’s postwar development while failing to win Russian sympathy. He urged US capital and technical aid to Russia.
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Barkoot Carnival Opens After Delay With 12 Shows
The Barkoot carnival finally opened at 2 PM after a two day delay due to rain and a faulty site. Workers laid sawdust for footing while the large western city grounds host 12 shows and three rides including The Whip a $10 000 device attracting crowds. City firemen oversee the event and receive a share of gross receipts.
Two Women Apply to Enlist in Marines
New York reports that in the last week two women applied for every man to enlist in the marine corps. Captain Frank E. Evans notes several women wished battleship details but women are not permitted aboard battleships and may only fill clerical positions.
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Iowa urged to grow record crop to feed world
Des Moines March 28 Governor W L Harding appealed to Iowa residents to cooperate in feeding the hungry of the world. He urged producing a record crop due to an unprecedented nationwide shortage not seen in living memory.
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Cotton futures open steady after liquidation pressure
New York March 28 cotton futures opened steady with May at 18.88 and July at 18.68 as old crop positions steadied near 18.79 for May with gains of 7 to 9 points in the old crop while the new crop barely recovered. December and January futures opened around 18.06 with similar levels for October.
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Temperance council opens three day conference in Washington
Washington March 28 The National Temperance council opened a three day conference to plan closer unity among its groups ahead of next year’s congressional campaigns. President Daniel A. Boling said temperance forces will not embarrass the government and should not press non emergency items in this extra session.
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Pass Track on Main Street to Improve Public Service
Manager Jennigs of the North Carolina Public Service Company announced receipt of material for a pass track on North Main Street between the railroad crossing and English Street. The track will enable a more frequent schedule and reduce delays at the North Main and English intersections as more cars are delivered later this spring or early summer. The project will be completed quickly with a large work force to meet growing city needs.
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Abandons Hope For A Non Partisan House Next Week
Washington reports that hopes for a non partisan organization of the house of representatives at the special session next week were abandoned today by Representative Martin Republican leader in the last house and advocate of the plan.
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White Star Freighter Cretic Reaches U S Port
The arrival at an Atlantic port of the White Star Line freighter Cretic from a European port is announced today.
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