Ohio Guards Mobilized for Federal Service Amid War Orders
Governor Cox orders mobilization of Ohio militia as nineteen companies are to be relieved currently in Mexican border service. Third Regiment in Dayton now guards while others shift back to armories. Federal units from Chicago direct mustering to Fort Riley and Fort Benjamin Harrison in pending departure. Local sites expected to shift mobilization to Columbus or Perry.
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Cox
Ohio
Chicago
Columbus
Dayton
Thomas H. Barry
central wart department
Wood
Ohio guard
Fort Riley
Kan
Fort Benjamin Warrison
th-dianapolis
Onin
Windy pennies and nickels raise mint doubts
Washington reports confirm widespread claims that new coins are too light and blown by the wind. Chicago witnesses say pennies and nickels drift from stands and sidewalks as pedestrians and pave r use the coins, prompting Mint Director Baker to take the matter under advisement.
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Chicago
Washington
hes Mint
Crftaso
Baker
Stolen Jewels Worth 40000 From Pasadena Home
Police report a theft in Pasadena where jewels valued at about 40000 were taken from the home of William Wrishey. A bag with valuable pieces, including a Mars jew ele, was recovered near Mrs Wrigtley’s residence. Mrs Wrigeon awoke during the burglary on the sleeping porch.
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Pasadena
Cal
Willian Wrishey
Mie jewele
Wrictley
Wrige joy
reer aml
hurstar
MME and Breschkoskaya Hailed as Mother of the Russian Revolution
The article honors Madame MME and Breschkoskaya as pivotal mothers of the Russian Revolution. It notes their influence on revolutionary ideas, leadership, and the shaping of political movements in early 20th century Russia.
Interstate Commerce Commission to Probe Freight Rate Proposals
The Interstate Commerce Commission plans a thorough probe of proposed freight rate increases by railroads. Hearings will occur during a suspension period likely not exceeding ten days, with commissions, civic groups, and state agencies invited to participate. Eastern railroads may withdraw or adjust plans awaiting a ruling.
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interstate commerce Commission
Nirtimily
Timacst
German Peace Overtures Reported Across Europe
Rumors circulate that Germany seeks a separate peace with Spain and Scandinavia, with Russia a possible participant. Washington considers inviting belligerents to a general armistice and peace conference amid wartime tensions.
Germans Score Over Russians and French Halt Offensives
British cavalrymen seize Villers-Faucon and Saulcourt north of Roisel and brace astride the St Quentin Cambrai road. A spring thaw halts major German offensives on the Russian front while French repulse attacks near Monastir and in Champagne.
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St. Quentin-Cambra
Monastir
London
St. Quentin
Champagne
France
Villers-Faucon
Saulcourt
Roisel
St. Quentis Cambrai
Croisilies
war office
howey
Crosifles
signy
Tena
Nivelle
Maisons de Champagne
entce
Maisons de
Carso plateau
Tabor in the War Mobilization Discussed by Wilson and Gompers
Washington March 2. Plans for mobilizing American labor if war comes were outlined at a conference with Secretary of Labor Wilson and Samuel Gompers, ahead of overall national effort. The federation supported government aims and pledged union resources to supply workers for government yards arsenals and plants under contract.
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Wilson
Gompers
Washington
Labay Wilson
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of tractor
envi service
Arrivals and Departures From British Ports Week Ending March 2
London reports during the week ending March 2, Sut abyss over HW taspel arrived at ports in the United Kingdom. In the same period 242 vessels of over 100 tons sailed from British ports. Eighteen British merchant vessels over 14 tons are listed, with two included. Several merchant ships under 1,000 tons were sunk or attacked by submarines. Ten British fishing vessels were sunk, including sailing vessels.
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London
porta de
United Kingdom
exchie lge
Army deploys wireless auto for rapid field communication
War department orders two mobile cars fitted with wireless apparatus to move along the line and receive aid, enabling faster communication. The illustrated vehicle carries the wireless gear and is designed to dash between positions as needed.
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United States Army
War department
Danish West Indies transfer sparks US flag plans
Fragmentary text reports Danish control of islands in the Caribbean and a plan to replace the royal Danish banner with the Stars and Stripes. It mentions government officials, a self-inflicted gunshot death, and tax or revenue notes amid a tense territorial context.
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Virgin Islands
Uncle Sam
James IL
ohio
Thominister
Constantin
Gunnery record honors Ohio Naval Militia unit
Secretary Daniels commends Ohio Naval Militia gunnery unit for a high final score of 125 in a competition with 16 participants. Second division battalion achieved notable merit. letter from the Secretary of the Navy highlights duty service and chaplaincy return to the Navy.
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Ohio
Columbus
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Waniels
atutint general’s office
BSecond
F battelton
Ohie naval mmilitia
emtissary
Brooklyn Woman Killed. Suspect Benjamin Sternberg Arrested
Police name Benjamin Sternberg as the accused in the killing of Mrs. Efsie Les Hilary of Brooklyn. Authorities report an arrest and ongoing investigation with few further details available.
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Kilsing
Efsie Les Hilary
Brooklyn
Mann to Oppose Clark For Speaker In House Fight
In Washington on March 24 Representative Mann Republican leader signals he will seek the speakership negating bipartisan plans. He met with Democratic Leader Kitchin and will likely be the Republican candidate, foretelling a heated contest in the forthcoming debates.
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Mann
Clark
Wasaineion
Maren
Representative Mann
Kitchin
Villistas Victorious in Battle Near Chihuahua City
Reported clash twenty miles south of Chihuahua City sees Villista forces defeat Carranza troops. refugees flee as Chihuahua City nears capture. two Yaqui aid trains reportedly captured while relief ships evacuate civilians.
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Chihuahua City
Villista
Carranza
yeti
Ug Chihtalhua
Sonora
Mursiins
heer cit
Mapa
fieir
Caruiza wonder
boeing rished
dota hina
Chihua- Tae
Villa
Raiser Winn in Undated Incident and Related Local Accidents
Reported injuries from a theater fundraiser incident include Raiser Winn described as underage and in need of aid. Separately a car explosion at a Tennessee cartridge plant injured two men, with Cartel and farmer M G Reeder among those involved. a separate Detriot area crash since March has 12 fatalities, six residents, and many cited for speeding.
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Raiser
Winn
aidler
mabedas
tam hata
PArthyntes
ween hd do
heconia pastoroor
ester
NOY
sih oaxplostan
dopas mento ofa
Mastilton
Teeder
hey
aeryus
G. Reeder
Dress Caught Fire Fatally in Newark Incident
Mrs. Olin Criswell, daughter of J. L. Worth Panvanite passenger agent, fatally burned when her dress ignited from an open grate. In Columbus authorities report a shooting with multiple shots tied to a dispute over a woman. Representative J. W. Neiswonger dies from araemic poisoning at Grant hospital after a recent illness. Mennonites oppose compulsory military training in Washington. Ohio Bible class officers elected in Lancaster with L. E. Edgar named President of Men's Federation and Mrs Georgia Lee Yount as Vice President of Women's Federation.
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Newark
Olin Criswell
J. L. Worth
Panvanite
sas
Neiswonger
Columbis
J. W. Neiswonger
Monroe county
Grant hospital
Lima. O
Congressman Welty
Washington
Wilson
Lancaster
organized adult Bible classes of
Ohio
Men's Federation
L. E. Edgar
Cambridge
Frank M. Root
Akron
John F. Aiken
Bellefontaine
Women’s Federation
Georgia Lee Yount
Toledo
John Leonard Tait
Columbus
A.C. Gridland
Dayton
J. L. Barrett
Springfield
British Premier backs women suffrage in Commons
London March 9 Premier Lloyd George and former Premier Asquith signed a declaration in the House of Commons endorsing woman suffrage. The reform plan includes extending electoral franchise with a three month qualification period for voters and granting rights to soldiers and sailors. The premier praised wartime women workers and warned against postwar political cutoffs that deny them equal civic standing.
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London
Lloyd, George
Protests HelD Against War Proclamation In Russia
An account from Petrograd discusses Socialist stance on war policy with leaders promising to prosecute the issue and reject proclamations. It notes internal divisions within Social Democrats and their appeal to the Duma cabinet while addressing the broader political crisis. Prohibition bill in Springfield defeated by vote.
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Petrograd
Russhi
fegder
Soci Democrat
Springheld
arstone
Lachatine
President to Congress Review of Negotiations and War Policy
President Wilson plans to address Congress with a message outlining the history of negotiations with Germany and the present situation. The administration weighs war options and preparedness while awaiting Congress's status decision. Senior officials discuss mobilization and allied aid.
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Congress
Germany
Washington
Wilson
sous Sress
United States
patna
Godmany
Coonel
J. M. Hense
Senati Wusting
Wisconsin
Lansing
Dani al Baker
department of labor
Wlote Hauge
Senydar Hustive
west
te ATL
Russian Revolutionists Hint at Arcest Moves
Brief note suggests activity by Russian revolutionists linked to a place called Arcest with possible strategic hints. No further details provided.
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