President Amazed At Rail Crisis Urgent Embargoes Spread
Chicago and New York report embargoes to rail shippers as threat of nationwide strike by railroad brotherhoods grows. Secret Chicago talks cited a promise not to strike until court ruling on eight hour law, while President Wilson in Washington expresses amazement at the crisis and may urge compromise ahead of talks in New York.
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Secret talks loom over looming railroad strike in New York
In New York on March 11 strict secrecy surrounded meetings between national chiefs of railroad employes brotherhoods and Eastern officials to discuss a possible Saturday strike if talks with railroad managers fail. About 300 chairmen and locals gathered to hear proposed terms, with actions to be ratified tonight.
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Explosion at Solvent factory claims several lives
In Olean New York on March 14 an explosion at the Howard plant of the Solvent factory at the Otava Explosive Serding facility in Ovate Point reportedly killed multiple workers. Local authorities and telephone reports confirm the tragedy and ongoing investigation.
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Gerard in Capital Met by Tumulty in Washington
Former Ambassador Gerard arrived in capital and was met by Secretary Tumulty and officials at the railway station. He may not see the president for a day or two as the president recovers from a cold. Gerard deposited a leather bag with confidential documents at a hotel safe. He plans to carry the bag to the State Department at 4 PM for a conference with Secretary Lanning.
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Daniels protests at printing ship news
Secretary Daniels sent a protest to the New York World and the Washington Herald over today’s papers publishing stories about the arming and movements of American merchant ships. The action reflects official concern with how such naval activities are reported and could affect public perception and wartime policy. The protest underscores government sensitivity to press coverage during a period of heightened security and maritime conduct.
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New York World
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Sergetry Daniels
Wilson Near Complete Recovery From Cold Attends Public Business
Washington March 4 President Wilson is near complete recovery from a cold that had held him for over a week and worked in his study today. He is not expected to leave the White House for several days.
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British Troops Attacked German Lines on Bomme Front
Berlin reports British forces attacked German positions on the Bomme front yesterday afternoon and in the Avore sector at night. The War Office says they were repulsed with heavy losses.
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Doctor L Colt Dead. Newark Milk Movement Leader
Newark New Jersey March 14 Dr L Colt a leader of the certified milk movement and noted specialist in diseases of children is dead at 69 The first medical milk commission in the country was formed by him in Newark in 1508.
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Duchess Near Death in London Bulletin
London reports the duchess of Connaught endured a bad night with a morning bulletin describing her condition as increasingly grave. The medical update signals a critical moment for the royal household amid ongoing health concerns.
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William P Sheehan Dies Former New York Lieutenant Governor
William P Sheehan former lieutenant governor and prominent lawyer in New York politics died at his New York home on March 14. The longtime public figure and city official passed away surrounded by family.
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Senate Takes Up Treaty in Executive Session
Washington clearly reports in executive session the Senate began consideration of the Colombian reply as part of treaty discussions. The action underscores ongoing diplomatic negotiation and congressional review of the accord.
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Von Bernstorff hints at war link to U boat sinks
London reports Count Von Bernstorff told Copenhagen Berlin Tageblatt correspondent that war with the United States would hinge on German U boat actions. He said sinking an American ship would trigger war, otherwise war might be avoidable, amid tensions over Haiti Cuba and Colombia. He also criticized American coverage of German-Mexican dispatches.
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Relief ship Lars Fastenes sunk outside sub zone
London March 15 The Norwegian steamer Lars Fastenes bound from America for Rotterdam with a relief train sank without warning outside the blockade zone. Copenhagen telegram cites North Sea sinking. No listing confirms the vessel. Lara Fastenes described as a new 1,269 ton Norwegian steamer last seen sailing from New York December 19 toward Rotterdam.
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Lars Fostenes
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American Relief Commission
Norwegian Mercantile Shipping Gazette
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Louisburg
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Halifax
Austrian cabinet crisis reported in Vienna dispatch
Amsterdam via London reports a Vienna dispatch says an Austrian cabinet crisis is imminent. It claims Premier Count Henry Clam Martini will realign and likely be replaced by Count Czernin, with Count Tisza the Hungarian premier set to succeed Czernin.
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Count Tisea
Armed intruder takes over governor’s office in Olympia
In Olympia on March 15 an armed man forced entry into Governor Ernest Lister's office and held control for about thirty minutes before surrendering. The intruder identified himself as Charles L. Waener, calling himself a wanderer, and claimed all his relatives had deserted him when questioned by the sheriff.
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Ernest Lister
Prohibition Wins Gain In Local Option Votes Across Towns
In St Paul March 15 prohibition advocates netted two town gains as Sherburn Blein and Randolph voted to oust saloons while Foley reversed course after a year without alcohol and rejoined the wet ranks. Eighteen towns keep their liquor license status unchanged.
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Japanese Ship Sank By German Raider Reported
Vancouver reports a Japanese steamship of about 3115 tons was sunk in the Indian Ocean by a German commerce raider according to the Canadian News a Japanese newspaper. No further details are provided.
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Indian Ocean
Destroyers Bombed in the Black Sea Conflict
Berlin says German seoplines bombed Russian destroyers near Constanta in the Black Sea forcing a retreat. One destroyer reportedly hit twice.
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Black Sea
Berlin
New England Governors Pledge Support for National Defense Policy
After hours of conference on The Present Disturbed Condition of Affairs the governors pledged their support and that of their constituents to the president. They urged immediate energetic steps to protect lives and property and to prepare for national defense on land and sea.
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Kidnapped Boy Found Near St. Louis Suburb
Frank Viviane, a 11 or 12 year old son of Gaetano Viviane, Italian merchant, was found exhausted and hungry after being kidnapped on March 4 on his way to school. He had been held in a banana wagon and dumped blocks from the scene. His family had sent $4000 to the kidnappers before the boy was found. The boy reported two Italian captors and crossing the Mississippi River as part of the abduction.
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Algonquin Sunk by German Submarine With Loss of Ship
London reports a German submarine fired on the Algonquin at 4,000 yards, boarded and sank her after placing bombs. New York says the steamship Algonquin, carrying 1, Americans and cargo valued at about 1.7 million, was torpedoed March 12 near Plymouth with all officers and crew saved. The ship, 2,000 tons, had been transferred to American Star Line ownership last December and sailed from New York to London with codstuffs and general cargo.
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Chicago
Chael Schulte
Brooklyn
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Washington’s drift toward armed neutrality after ship destruction
Officials in Washington report no official dispatches on the steamer Abeonuuin’s destruction yet say the crisis leaves U S German relations unchanged. President Wilson has moved to arm American ships to deter unlawful submarine attacks, with war only a possible congressional decision. The incident, including contraband cargo and registry changes, underscores tensions but does not yet force war.
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German Flyer Shot In Holland Flight Over Dutch Border
A German airplane flying over Sluis was shot at by Dutch troops and wounded. The aviator landed in Dutch territory, then crossed back into Belgium after climbing 300 meters. German troops rescued him and Red Cross attendants carried him away.
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Professor and Beautiful Wife Keep Secret Shooting Case
Blacksburg Va March 15 Charles W Vawter professor of mathematics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute was arrested on a warrant for felonious shooting of Stockton Heth Jr in his home. Vawter waived preliminary examination and bond was posted for grand jury. Heth is in critical condition in a Roanoke hospital. The Vawter family is socially prominent and Mrs Vawter is noted as one of Virginia’s most beautiful women. Heth was a guest in the home the night of the shooting and found in the hallway in pajamas with a bullet wound.
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FAST SCOUT CRUISERS BIDS WITHIN LIMIT
Washington March 15 Mids on all 35 knot mount cruisers were received by the navy department likely triggering immediate contracts. Four bids mostly within the 6 million dollar ceiling with Cramp Philadelphia offering two ships at 6.95 million each plus possible design cuts to 5.91 million. Seattle Construction & Dry Dock proposes one more ship in 20 months at 5.975 million with eight hour day basis and government handling forward costs.
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Mysterious disease grips Wisconsin town
Maleaville, Wis. reports several deaths and many ill with a baffling illness causing swollen glands and high fever. City officials seek help from experts as detection remains difficult. Dr. B K Rosenow of the Rochester foundation is due to arrive to aid in stopping the spread. Schools have closed.
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London Reports Uproar Over Allied Guard Stance
London on March 14 reports that the Iraq government received diplomatic clarification from Washington about a decision to deploy armed guards on American merchants. The move sparks debate over security and neutral rights amid wartime tensions.
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Gough Plan Advances as German Retreat Deepens on Somme
Reports from Paris and London describe British forces under General Gough pushing German lines back on the Somme. German staff retreats shift west of Bapaume and Peronne, bridges and culverts are destroyed behind them as British artillery presses the advance.
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Eight Die in Hendersonville Mine Explosions
Eight miners are dead with bodies recovered and five injured after two blasts at Hendersonville Mine No. 1 of the Henderson Coal Company in Cananshire Pennsylvania. Local rescue crews and authorities report the incident remains under investigation.
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Cabinet plans urged appeal to U S workers for Manitoba agriculture
Winnipeg reports that on March 14 the provincial cabinet decided to send ambassadors to the United States to urge laborers to migrate to Manitoba. The dominion government previously dispatched six men on the same mission. The move aims to bolster agricultural needs with skilled workers.
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China Breaks With Kaiser Seizes German Ships in China
Washington reports China severed diplomatic relations with Germany and seized German merchant ships in Shanghai. China’s move follows Boxer era memories and the Kaiser's punitive actions. The action signals potential broader impact on Far Eastern trade and alliances as Russia gears for munitions output. The entente seeks terms on Boxer indemnity before China may enter the war. Minister Reinish in Peking reported the severance to Washington amid cabinet shifts and a final approval by parliament.
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Pope to Protest Sub Campaign Plan
Paris dispatch reports the pope will issue a significant pronouncement at the consulate end of the month aimed at war issues. Vatican circles say the pontiff will condemn Germanys unrestricted submarine warfare and protest the submarine campaign.
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Britain Holds Ships and Dutch Supplies
Washington protests Britain for detaining more than a dozen steamships carrying food and supplies for the Dutch government. The vessels under government charter have been held in British ports for six weeks or longer.
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New South Dakota Postmasters Named
Washington born 14 Postmaster Chenenul Gurlewon appointed fourth chief postmaster to Arthur Mondiet at Carpenter & C. and to Louise Wenmering at Holabird. Authorization to change the wife of the office at Holabird given. Samuel M. Harrie named to succeed Hinah A. Willian as postmaster at Lithia.
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