Filibuster Debate Moves Senators Ahead of Voting
The Senate adjourned as discussion centered on a filibuster by 12 senators led by Wilson, with Murray and others weighing executive action. Bills passed include Senate Bill 409 on state insurance board staff and a committee substitute to regulate grain elevators, plus a measure to allow absent soldiers and sailors to vote with a prescribed absentee ballot process and penalties for improper handling.
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Logan
State Insurance Board
Board
Iteel
Speer
Kamion
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Simon
Fleet of Small Ships Proposed to Meet U-Boat Peril
Marine engineers led by Huntington Clark propose mass building 10 000 small merchant vessels within a year at about 100 million dollars to counter German U boats. Each wood craft would be motor driven, 40 to 15 feet, achieving speeds of nine to fourteen knots, replacing large freighters as torpedo targets.
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York
March &— Marine Engineers
le Huntington Clark
Aly Clark
Geri
Germany
Autombile Club of America
Aero Club of America
Motor Heat Club of America
Prices Drop After Shorthorn Sale at 1917 Stock Show
At the Southwest Attionean Levent show shorthorns drew good prices as most exhibitors prepared for tomorrow’s events. The final 125 cattle were sold, with the Whistler of Watonga purchased from TR Crosby’s stock. Other prices ranged, and the remaining animals were slated to ship to Fort Worth tonight for the Pat Semck and Horse show. Despite closing day crowds, breeders praised the show and look forward to returning next year.
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Whistler of
Watonga
TR Crosby
Bert Worth
Pat Semck
Texas City
Weir
Fair and Warmer Tonight Forecast
Local forecast indicates generally fair skies and increasing warmth tonight With mild conditions rising temperatures and partial clouding expected into Saturday Then a fair and warmer weekend with higher temperatures across the region including Kansas and Arkansas.
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Kansas
Belgian Factories Closed by Germans
Belgian factories shut by German authorities with March deadlines. Prohibitions apply to plants employing over twelve workers, running machinery over five horsepower, or consuming fuel beyond monthly quotas. Restrictions extend to no new factory builds after March, per the newspaper report.
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Amsterivam
March
Pete Gtaak
Jiategie
Fini
Villa captures and moves in Mexico amid deadly fighting
A garbled report notes Villa forces capturing Durango and pushing toward Torreon as clashes unfold. Mentions events around Mareth trial and statements by Mrs Alice Wheeldon, with references to Premiers and political intrigue. Names and places such as Durango, Torreon, and Villa appear amid confusing OCR text.
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Villa
Lloyd
Durango
George
Torreon
Iowa Solons Decry Senators Over War Policy
Iowa lawmakers condemn U S senators amid protest over neutrality and wartime actions. References to congressmen, resignations, and political tensions fill a garbled report noting accusations and regulatory debates in state legislature.
President Still Confined to Bed
President remains confined to bed as reports from Washington describe limited mobility and ongoing health concerns. Sources indicate no clear timetable for recovery, with officials emphasizing rest and medical supervision.
Captain Fritzen Realty Firm Arrested in California Town
A garbled report alleges Captain Fritzen Realty Firm faced arrest in a California town over alleged damages and a missing body. The text is highly corrupted with numerous misreads, but references an indictment from a year ago and ongoing legal actions involving property and damages.
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Fritzen
Indicted Allies Banished From the United States
The article reports multiple indictments tied to a conspiracy case in which several named German and allied individuals were removed or repatriated to Germany or otherwise ordered from the United States. It notes actions involving Papen, von Papen era figures, and related officials, with references to Hartweed and other places, all tied to a broader effort around border control and wartime policy. The piece mentions authorities and the ongoing investigation into the alleged plot and its participants.
Convicts' Dress Shirts Are Stolen
SEW YORK March 9 A theft at the Die Matant Welfare League store disrupted church and dinner plans as convicts' dress shirts vanished yesterday. Detectives pursue the missing garments amid a broader probe into illicit materials at disposal facilities.
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York
Samenn
Nasariden Muir
Die Matant Welfare League
Sig Sing
Itate
Hite
Cmvick
Blood Atonement Tragedy Shocks Kansas Italian Love Story
An 11 year old boy in Kansas is central to a fatal love tragedy that unfolds after an alleged feud with his father’s killer. The boy shoots Vin and later fatally wounds Gilio during a family dispute, with details emerging at the coroner’s inquest. The case centers on vengeance, jealousy, and a deadly confrontation in Crowebane.
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Joe
Giley
Mary Vinard
Pearcold
Crowebane
Gallen
Calin
Vinaedi
May
Mement
Americans Evacuate Yarrows from Germany in Prisoner Transit
A report states that all Yarrows sailors left Germany aboard transports to Switzerland via London. Spaniards, Americans, and Bramivat Narrowiale protectors were moved from Brandenburg camp. Other crew members faced quarantine disruption as they moved toward the frontier. prisoners were released.
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Marcle
Bettie
Amricans
Varrawdale
Hrandenburg
Switereland
London
Amstirdam
American doctors ask Britain to ease ship passenger calls
A misread fragment shows Mareh & The at vation ii regaed to sending Americans, including Dr Pavman, to discuss facilities for ships carrying passengers calling at Kirkwall. The message, aided by the Red Cross, notes regret and delays, with protest authorities communicating through Dr Taatman.
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Loppnthagen
Mareh
Pavman
Augeny
Medcine
Ned Cross
Mane
Peter Sal
Kirkwall
Dr Taatman
Rotterdam Bars Armed Steamer Princes Melita Entry
The Princes Melita merchant steamer was denied permission to enter Rotterdam, with officials citing security concerns. The incident prompted immediate maritime attention and warnings from local authorities as the vessel remained in limbo near the harbor.
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Ile West
Deportations Reported Halted by Government Action
According to a Zurich correspondent, the Belgian deportations have been suspended after intercession by the Holy See. About twenty Belgians are reported to have already been sent home.
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Wttatia
Zurich
Trent Merlin
Porto Rican Editor Refuses American Citizenship
SAS JUAN, Porto Rico editor of Herald De La Antillas, a native Porto Rican and anti American, has declined to accept American citizenship under the recent organic act. He remains the only Porto Rican reported to have sworn American citizenship so far.
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Porto Ricn
Maretocente Halhas
Herald de la Antillas
Porto Rico
Federal Forces Reoccupy City Without Battle
Rebels flee as federal troops land and secure key coastal city after incomplete dispatches. U S Marines and naval forces seize shore, protect foreign interests, while government authorities seek stability and monitor rebel movements following the occupation.
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Dent Central
Saterage
Taiday
Stenoen
Sanitage
Mintoe Pregrutiaty
Witte Self Royal
Meocal
Te Goverment
Belknap
States Equadron
Santiago
Jonethane
Holdup in Movies Inspires Couple
A Kansas city pair, Curtis and his wife, are accused of a three week spree of robberies after a reported holdup in a moving picture venue. Mrs Corns confessed to police and the couple reportedly targeted a steakhouse driver last night.
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Cyt
Mareham
Mier
Clareber Curtis
Corns
Calia
Legal advisers hold president can arm ships
Washington March secretary and attorney general say president Wilson has legal authority to arm merchant ships for protection without awaiting congressional sanction. The rule change to curb filibusters passed 76 to 1 in the Senate amid debate on the neutralities bill.
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Maret
Lanceg
Firegery
Wilson
Senate
Cnifer
Vpresent
Coty
Caucuees
LaVotlete
Sherman
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