Wilson arms American ships as Germany war threat grows
President Wilson decides to arm American merchant vessels against German submarine warfare. Navy stocks guns and crews ready. details of numbers and ship names are kept secret to avoid aiding Germany. Congress is pressed to act, with war risk and neutrality plans unfolding as officials urge early session. An attack on an armed American ship would trigger a US fight with Germany.
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Wireless plant found on German prize liner Appam
United States Marshal seized the liner Appam and uncovered a hidden wireless outfit used to read messages in Life Country. A wire ran from a stack whistle to the ship’s interior, feeding dynamos powering lighting in a Lt. Hans Bers room where flashes were recorded. Other items mention patrol notes from Fort Smith and incidents in Evansville and San Francisco.
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German Foreign Secretary Says U-Boat War Will Expand
Berlin transmitter quotes Zimmermann stating that war will be pushed to the utmost and that Germany expects no change in neutral relations despite an offer of peace. He frames submarine warfare as a tool for world peace and asserts Germany’s stance alongside imperial leadership.
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Senate approves widened workers comp scope in sublet cases
Ohio Senate backs Smith bill broadening workers compensation to cover contractors when they sublet contracts. House reform also expands appeal rights against industrial commission rulings and provisions for security and licensing measures move forward. Christian Science practice legalization fails in House 25 to 83. governor to decide other measures.
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Dolan Sues Union Officials Over Cleveland Local Fire
Thomas J. Dolan business agent and president of Cleveland Local No. 11 of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners sues in federal court in Indianapolis seeking an injunction to halt his expulsion and the revocation of the local charter.
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Senator W. A. Stone Reappointed to Lead Foreign Relations
Senator W. A. Stone is listed again to head the Foreign Relations Committee, continuing his leadership role amid upcoming diplomacy debates.
Senate OKs School Code Amendments and Teacher Pay Changes
The senate approved amendments to the school code. They raise the minimum teacher pay from 40 to 45 dollars and authorize fifty teachers in supervision districts, replacing the prior limit of thirty.
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Palmer
Nearing Resigns Amid War Clamor at Toledo University
Toledo March 10 Professor Scott Nearing economics professor at Toledo University tendered his resignation stating he is hampered by a war clamor between the United States and Germany. He arrived from the University of Pennsylvania about a year ago and his submarine speech stance has drawn sharp criticism. The resignation was wired from Detroit and the board of trustees will meet next Monday to consider it.
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Germany
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University of Penns
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French Repel German Attacks in Champagne Front
London reports French forces withstood German assaults in Champagne. French troops captured prisoners and held lines between Butte du Mesnil and Maisons de Champagne, before positions were partially retaken near Height 185. Further artillery actions noted by Berlin.
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Tragic Loss As Mendi Sinks After Collision
London reports the British transport Mendi sank after colliding on February 23. Authorities say over six hundred people perished including ten Europerss and fifteen African native laborers.
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Pomerene Named Chairman in New Senate Committee Roles
In Washington on March 10 lawmakers welcomed President Wilsons call for a special session starting April 16. The session aims to shape anti German submarine policy and armed merchant ship defense, with committee chairs in Ohio roles including Pomerene as Privileges and Elections chair and Starling leading Claims coast and defenses.
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Brennan named vice president of Federal Land Bank
Johnny Brennan former state treasurer was named vice president of the Federal Land Bank at Louisville Ky by the Farm Loan Board in Washington Aft He came to Columbus from Urbana ten years ago as deputy state fire marshal later served four years as cashier in the state treasurers office and became treasurer in 1918 He is now an examiner in the state bureau of accounting Other officers named include President Walter W Woolwell Union City Tenn secretary James B Davie Brazil Ind treasurer J B Clore Laporte Ind and directors A C Dilaney Bowling Green Ky with H A Sommers Elizabethtown Ky also on the board
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Promoters Eye Oil Prospects in Southwestern Kentucky
Eastern promoters study oil potential in southwestern Kentucky with several corporations formed to drill. Some drilling has occurred, wells capped with no findings announced. prospecting continues with renewed vigor and land options on thousands of acres. Berlin plans Zeppelin production despite Count Zeppelin’s death at 80. officials say construction will continue with ample material and workers.
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Hickman
Berlin
Count Zeppelin
Germany
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Congress to vote on presidential inauguration date change
Congress at its next regular session will be asked to pass a constitutional amendment changing the inauguration day from March 4 to the last Thursday in April. Fire at Detroit destroyed the Detroit and Michigan Grain Elevator Co. elevator causing $1,000,000 damage and wheat losses. Lieutenant Sawada a military aviator died in Tokyo. investigation begun to verify reports of self harm. West Virginia miners in District No 2 excluding Cabig Wrest and Little Cog Rivers will vote a 10 percent wage increase.
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Fritz Kolb Prisoner in Alleged Plot to Destroy Munition Works
Fritz Kolb is reported as a prisoner in connection with an alleged plot to damage a munition works. Authorities describe the case as part of wartime security measures and say investigations continue to identify co conspirators.
House Faces Bitter Battle as Extra Session Looms
Washington reports two party leaders predict victory as Wilson calls an extra session for April 1. Republicans hold 215 seats, Democrats 214 with several independents and a vacancy in New York. Illness narrows GOP ranks. Dems seek coalition to form a majority in the opening day arithmetic.
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Iowa
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Coercion of Americans by Canadian officials over ship transfers
Washington reports the shipping board and the state department probe coercion of American shipowners by Canadian authorities to transfer vessels to Canadian registry. Officials fear vessels from New England and the north Pacific could leave American registers unless the practice stops, with threats reportedly influencing owners to shift ships to Canada.
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Authorities Arm Ships as War Threat Grows
New York March 16 report says authorities will arm ships and seize those without arms. President Franklin of the International Maritime trade group confirms nine ships are involved and declines further comment on the matter.
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