Roosevelt Root Lodge and Bacon Meet in Chicago Luncheon
A Chicago luncheon at Hubert Dacor’s home drew Roosevelt, Root, Lodge and General Wood, signaling renewed momentum for Roosevelt’s possible Republican nomination. Attendees stressed preparedness over politics, while observers weighed implications for Barnes and Root’s roles. no formal coalition formed.
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William Barnes
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Robert Bacon
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Five Zeppelins raid British east coast in WWII era report
London dispatch recounts five Zeppelins raiding eastern counties at night with about ninety bombs dropped and one Zeppelin reportedly brought down near the east coast. Weather was clear with observers watching from city rooftops as anti aircraft defenses responded.
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Juneland
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Germans Torpedo Russian Hospital Ship Portugal
Paris reporters say the hospital ship Portugal was sunk in the Black Sea by a German torpedo boat or submarine. The vessel carried wounded and displayed Red Cross signs. Owned by Messageries Maritimes of Marseilles, it served the Russian Government. length 444 feet, gross tonnage 5553, built in 1887.
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Germans storm Malancourt in fresh Verdun offensive
London reports Crown Prince troops deliver heavy blows along the French salient near Bethincourt Malancourt northwest of Verdun. German assaults last night won Malancourt after massed attacks then faced a strong French counterattack and later reoccupied outskirts as fighting continued across the Le Mort Homme area and adjacent trenches.
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King George Sends Hopeful Message to General Townshend
An official announcement dated March 14 reports King George to General Townshend at Kut el Amara praising the gallant fighting of British troops and stating every effort is being made to support their splendid resistance.
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Reichstag backs submarine warfare push in Berlin debate
German Reichstag parties except the Socialist minority approve a resolution urging continued use of submarines to deter England and secure Germany's naval position. The report notes Germany seeks to balance submarine use with neutral rights in negotiations.
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Cavalry Rout Villa Band After 55 Mile Ride
Our cavalry routed Villa’s band after a 55 mile ride in 17 hours. 30 slain, Villa escapes. lives are short of horses and rations but ammunition remains. Found by an aeroplane, word carried to Pershing who moves forward. a new flying squadron is ready in the field with General Pershing in Chihuahua.
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Chase Near End Officials Think
Officials believe the pursuit that began as a punitive expedition aimed at Pancho Villa is nearing its end as military actions wind down across the country. The march of events has spanned multiple fronts and involved diverse units.
Cabinet Discusses Submarine Cases in Washington
President Wilson and his Cabinet reviewed the Sussex, Englishmen, Manchester Engineer, and Eagle Point cases with American lives at risk. No action was taken as evidence is incomplete and no Gerard report yet. Bernstorff offered no information.
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Villa Surprise Attack Ends in Death of General Hernandez
The New York Times reports Francisco Villa was surprised by Colonel George A. Dodd’s cavalry near Columbus New Mexico at dawn. General Eliseo Hernandez was killed. Villa fled with injuries as American forces pursued, recovering two machine guns from the retreating camp and fighting for five hours.
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Dodd's Victory Deals Serious Blow to Villa’s Band
Pershing reports Dodd led a surprise 55 mile march to Guerrero on March 29 1916. Villa absent due to injuries while Eliseo Hernandez was killed and Lopez wounded. Dodd’s forces killed about thirty Villa troops captured two machine guns seized horses saddles and arms. Large number of Carranzista prisoners freed during the action near Guerrero.
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German Press Quiet on Sussex Sinking Amid Mine Debate
Berlin reports little commentary on the Sussex disaster as German papers assume an English mine caused the explosion. The Admiralty waits for investigations. Public opinion blames Germany’s Uboat portrayal, while Dutch dispatches note most Sussex passengers favor a mine in the blast.
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American Ambassador Seeks Details On Sussex Englishman England Ships
James W. Gerard presented to the German Foreign Office a request for information on whether the Sussex or Englishman were torpedoed. Berlin reports the reply will be delayed for naval investigations. The embassy also inquired about the Manchester Engineer, sunk after an explosion with two American sailors saved.
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Tuckerton
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Foreign Office
London
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Philadelphia
Wesley Frost
Queenstown
Air raid kills about two hundred soldiers in Athens
Athens reports at least 200 Anglo French soldiers were killed in the air attack. Twenty tons of explosives were detonated and barracks burned. Serbian rail cars with war material and an ammunition shed in Athens were destroyed. Greek public opinion criticizes Entente actions and their stance on damages.
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