Paris Reconquest Visions of War and a Nation Reborn
A Paris dispatch from March 27 details a tour of reconquered 300 square miles of France with President and generals observing a revived spirit. Troops of France march through ruined towns as civilians smile through tears, the Marseillaise echoing in the streets.
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French claim forest of Coucy captured near Anizy
Paris says lower forest of Coucy south of the Oise, between Chauny and Laon, is in French hands after Nivelle forces drove Germans from Coucy le Chateau and Coucy le Ville. Haig reports progress on the Somme front as British troops reach eight miles west of Le Catelet despite harsh weather.
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Beresford Pushes Navy Blockade Plan and Toll Increase
Beresford urges the British Navy to enforce a blockade and to levy tolls on merchant shipping to March, totaling 225 ships and 420000 tons. The government opposes the plan despite potential losses and increased tolls.
Blockade debate in Parliament over neutrals rights and naval control
London debates in both Houses challenge the scope of the Foreign Office over the fleet and press for neutral states' rights amid British blockade policy. Lord Beresford argues Britain must strengthen naval control as German submarine losses grow, while officials defend neutrals and urge steady enforcement.
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Germans Evacuate Alsace Reported From Zurich
Dispatch from Rotterdam cites Swiss reports that Germans are evacuating Mulhouse and other Alsace towns. Officials leave, factories stripped, people moved toward the Black Forest as French artillery intensifies the bombardment.
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Berlin hears separate peace offered to Russia
Amsterdam telegram reports Berlin rumors that Germany has offered Russia a separate peace. Terms allegedly include Polish autonomy and a Russian protectorate over Armenia, with Constantinople internationalized and Russia evacuating Austrian territory.
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Cabinet Discusses Funds for War and Wilson Open Mind Remarks
Nervous passengers on a cargo steamer endure 48 hours at sea ready for any sudden attack. St. Louis reports no foe in sight as Manchuria in lights appears hidden behind the scene. The ship formed into dog watches on arrival, slower than the liner, with authorities monitoring all signals.
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Manchuria Arrives Safely at English Port After Atlantic Run
The American liner Manchuria, the second armed U S vessel to pass the submarine zone, reached an English port safely with 145 crew aboard and 15 000 tons of cargo. She sailed twenty four hours ahead of the St Louis and carried no passengers. Captain Adrian Zeeder commands the ship.
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German Chancellor to Discuss Foreign Affairs In Reichstag
Berlin March 27 The Imperial Chancellor Dr von Bethmann Hollweg is expected to address the Prussian Diet and later the Reichstag. He will likely cover internal Prussian reforms and foreign affairs. The dispatch notes party opposition and resignations in the upper chamber. Denmark considers barring armed American merchantmen. discussions with the American ambassador yield no reversal yet.
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St. Louis Becomes First Armed U S Liner To Cross War Zone
The St Louis, the first armed American liner to cross Germanys naval blockade zone, docked in a British port after zigzagging and staying under watchful guard. Navy crews doubled watches, lifeboats loaded, and crew members continued to man their posts amid fog and danger.
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Hitchcock May Seek War Declaration
Growing belief in Washington that President Wilson will call for the most drastic action as international tensions rise. Key figures weigh the need for a declaration amid European crisis rumors and cabinet discussions.
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