Allied Front Holds Amid German Drive In Northern France
British and French forces sustain a united front in Northern France as heavy German pressure continues. Field reports indicate more than seventy German divisions are engaged, with Allied counter moves and aerial superiority shaping a potential fresh Allied counter blow in the Somme Chaulnes and Oise sectors. London announces a nationwide call to recruit to fill gaps from the Western offensive.
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France
Germany
Haig
Somme
Sommend Rove
Chaulnes
Nevon
Oise
Western Front
War Office
Ise at Hy Versus Ts
A compact item notes a matchup between Ise and Hy teams with Ts involvement. Readable details indicate a contest setting and potential standings or outcomes to be decided. The report emphasizes the clash and the expected competitive edge between the two squads.
British Withdraw Tactically Under German Pressure
Reuters reports from London on March 26 that British forces pull back slowly while maintaining a continuous front under heavy German pressure. German prisoners describe supply shortages and fatigue, while German reinforcements replenish the front as dry weather favors the attackers.
German Front Moves East of Roye and Albert
London March 26 reports say fighting eased overnight and British forces held positions east of Roye and Albert. The German attack began this morning as reports continued from the war front.
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London
Waw Office
Roye and Albert
Frightful toll of Lives Exacted By the British
British lines hold firm along Picardy while German pressure expands at several points on the front. Berlin claims British retreat via Ypres and Sailly, suggesting heavy fighting north of the Somme. Germans make their largest gains west of St Quentin near Nesse and Guiscarde, over ten miles from the line as of March 21. Observers note a pincher tactic, two advances aimed to close in and trap Allied forces. Continued on page three.
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Picardy
Ofeir
Ypres
Sailly
Iliy
Bapume
Berlin
St. Quentin
Nesse
Guiscarde
von Mackenzen
Russia
Roumania
Serbia
Pee
France
Ervillers
Associated Press
Fenchen
Chaulnes
Hstrees
Dompierre
Mericourt
Miramont
Achiet
Legrand
Sapoignies
Irvillers
Combles
Albert
Sapignies
Germans increasing assaults along entire front in World War I
Paris reports the war office stating ongoing battle with greatest violence and intensified German efforts along the front from Noyon to Chaulnes. French evacuate Noyon as left bank of the Oise remains held. Night attacks and counter offensives produce heavy losses for the attackers.
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Paris
War Office
Noyon
Chalenes
Oise
Chaulnes
Germans' trump card may be over-trumped in world battle
In French Port on March 2 the report states that confidence remains that Germany's key advantage will be surpassed at the proper moment, signaling optimism about victory in the broader conflict.
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French
Entente Front Improves Amid Somme Reversals
Reports from Washington and Berlin on March 26 indicate a stronger Entente position on the Somme front with German forces repulsed east of the river between Peronne and Meridien. Berlin notes German tanks and captured British tanks aided in breaking German resistance.
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Washington
General McLachen
Somme
Betwen Peronne
Meridian
Berlin
Patrol Boat Strikes Rock Near Plymouth Sinks
A U S patrol boat hit a rock off Garnet between Plymouth harbor and Brant Rock and sank this morning. Forty five life savers aided the crew who were initially reported saved.
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Plymouth
Mass
Garnet
Plymouth Harbor
Brant Rock
Red Guards flee south as White Guards seize station
Reports from Stockholm say the front of the Finish Red Guards is fleeing southward in panic. White Guards, aided by Germans, occupied Suiula station. Bolsheviki support the Red Guards in the conflict.
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Stockholm
Suiula
Americans Shelled With Mustard Balls on Toul Front
American posts on the Toul front were shelled with mustard shells at six per minute last night. American artillery responded by demolishing segments of German frost lines and other points along the front.
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Associated Press
France
Toul Front
Great British Air and Artillery Pressure on German Front
British and French forces in France show strong activity as German reserves dwindle. Air losses for Germany mount with Allied airmen destroying hundreds of planes and bombarding rear areas. Front lines shift near Ervillers Sapignies and Bapaume with heavy fighting reported along multiple sectors.
Police Official Undergoes Urgent Surgery at Sanitarium
Inspector of Police Heap suffered an attack of appendicitis with intestinal perforation and small bone fragment. He was taken to St Francis sanitarium where an operation was performed early this morning and he was reported resting well this afternoon. His condition remains serious.
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Heap
St. Francis Sanitarium
Oil Find at Ouachita Parish Draws Interest
Interest rose as discussions about the Arkansas Natural Gas Company drilling in Ouachita parish north of Chenier suggested an oil discovery. Reports note high lease prices around the well, including a $10 per acre deal, with the unit renamed and casing preparations for an 1800 foot target.
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Arkansas Natural Gas Company
Ouachita Parish
Chenier
Mysterious Explosions Rattle New York and Jersey City
Three to four blasts rocked Jersey City freight yards near the Erie railroad docks while New York City awoke to reports of steamship loads of ammunition catching fire. Flames and smoke rose over the waterfront as whistles and tremors swept Manhattan. no injuries confirmed.
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Associated
Treas
New York
New York City
New Jersey
Jersey City
Erie Railroad
Explosions Start in Car in Hoboken Freight Yards
The War Department said the New Jersey blasts began in a car in the Hoboken freight yards. An officer reported no damage to the army’s embarkation station or government facilities nearby, with no danger to Hoboken area installations.
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Washington
War Department
New Jersey
Hoboken
Exploding Cartridges Spark Fire Alarm in St John store
A fire in a St John New Brunswick store caused reports of a catastrophe due to exploding cartridges. The danger was quickly assessed and the incident clarified.
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St. John
N. B
War dispatch urges calm and planned counter measures
Ottawa reports a French headquarters dispatch saying readers should stay calm despite British retirement under German pressure. It notes counter measures prepared in advance will take effect at the right moment.
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Ottawa
Ont
Commission government movements launched and planned actions
Circulation efforts begin for a petition under power, calling for action. First meeting of the new charter committee is set for tonight to organize the program and outline steps for the commission government plan.
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Chartre
Weph Mayero
Monroe advocates press for commission manager charter
A Monroe meeting at City Hall last night backed appointing Judge Charles Schulze to form committees to petition for an election on adopting a commission manager government under the Powell bill. The gathering included B A Trousdale and Leo Mayer of Brooklyn who outlined an educational campaign and a proposed Charter League to organize supporters.
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Schulze Clairman
Bo AL Trousdale
bPew
Monroe
Charles Schulze
Powell
Schulze
Judes Schulze
Labor People
Leo Kenneth Mayer
Brooklyn
Chamber of Commercce
Mayer
American City Government League
New York University
Columbia University
Michigan Schoolmasters Club Opens Convention at U of M
A large turnout of prominent educators attended the Michigan Schoolmasters' Club opening at the state university in Ann Arbor. War related changes in school administration and studies will be the main topics over the two day session.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
Michigan Schoolmasters’ Club
State University
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Alice Brady
Norma Talmage
Rita Jolivett
Warren Karrigan
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