Zimmermann Officially Voices German War Plot Against US
Foreign Secretary Zimmermann defends armistice era strategy linking Mexico and Japan against the United States as a defensive measure. He cites English reports and Latin American papers, denies authorship of a letter, and argues a counterplot by the United States would be grounds for action if war were declared. Continued on Page 15.
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Berlin's Defense of Plot Reveals Zimmermann Telegram Details
Berlin confirms published Zimmermann instruction was correctly quoted. The dispatch indicates Berlin directed its ambassador in Mexico to propose an alliance if the United States entered war, with conditions that no advance be made unless U.S. war was certain. A Central News dispatch notes the telegram is semi official from Amsterdam.
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King Ferdinand of Bulgaria Seriously Ill in Austrian Health Resort
Rome dispatch reports King Ferdinand of Bulgaria, aged fourteen on February 26, is dangerously ill at an Austrian health resort. He assumed government in 1987 after Prince Alexander abdicated. He was last seen at the German Kaiser’s headquarters on January 27 when submarine warfare was decided.
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Nine Russian Steamers Sunk Near Hammerfest
A Christiana dispatch reported by The Neue Zuricher Zeitung and Overseas News states nine armed Russian steamers were destroyed by a German submarine recently sunk near Hammerfest. The ships, said to be bought in South America, faced a submarine attack off the Norwegian coast with crews totaling thirty-four men rescued.
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Reichstag Adjourns Until March 20 Says Berlin Dispatch
London by Associated Press March report states the Reichstag has adjourned until March 20. Berlin dispatch via Reuters from Amsterdam confirms the adjournment.
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Berlin
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Hog prices rise with gains across markets
Prices for hogs advanced again with top figures reaching 12.80, up about 20 cents from yesterday. The market shows broader gains as traders adjust values, reflecting ongoing demand.
Special Session Debate Over War Policy in Congress
Washington reports that President Wilson will not push war without an extraordinary congressional session. Officials say extra sessions only if a crisis arises, while Republicans balk at approving key appropriation bills. The president seeks action on army, military academy, and emergency measures and remains in close contact with capitol leaders.
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Congress to Adjourn Tomorrow in Midterm Session Deal
Washington March 3 United Press Congress will adjourn sine die at noon tomorrow with no extra session planned before June at the earliest. President Wilson urged an extraordinary session if the Sixty-Fourth fails to pass the armed neutrality measure, a bill leaders expect to pass in both houses.
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Elevator Hand Killed in Milwaukee Freight Shaft Incident
United Press reports Leo Lang, fourteen, fatally injured in Milwaukee while trying to stop a freight elevator started contrary to orders. He was crushed between the shaft side and the floor as he reached to intervene, with fatal injuries likely.
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Washington Inauguration Day Parade Draws Nationwide Attention
Thousands of Americans arrive in Washington for the inauguration amid fog, rain, and marching bands. Regiments of troops, marching clubs, cadets, Boy Scouts, and visiting dignitaries fill Union Station and Pennsylvania Avenue as public buildings glow with lights and the city braces for the oath. Chief Justice White will administer the oath in the Capitol tomorrow in a small private ceremony, with a public oath Monday.
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Amberg Youth Slays Bear After Attack
By Associated Press Marinette Wisconsin a youth 17 named William Matson son of Mrs Mattie Matson of Amberg shot and killed a large mother bear that attacked him on the road from his father's camp. He then took four cubs captive before the incident was ended.
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Order to Clear Debt In Receivership for Paine Lumber Company
Judge Burnell in circuit court authorized receivers A L Osborn J A Kimberly Jr and Wisconsin Trust to discount bills and use proceeds plus cash on hand to pay remaining fifteen percent of allowed creditor claims. Receivers may endorse notes in the company name and issue notes to raise up to 125000 for operating needs through June 1 1917. Receivers to continue business operations and creditors expect full payment of claims.
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George ¥. Foster
Charles Nevitt
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Cleima
Major Heiberg Killed at Front in Rome Embassy Rank
United Press reports Major Heiberg American military attaché in Rome was killed Thursday at the Coursenn front when his horse fell. Heiberg, 41, born near LaCrosse Wisconsin, is survived by widow and three children in Rome. Mother Mrs John Heiberg of La Crosse also survives with a daughter Mrs Worth. A brother, Arthur Heiberg, is a Chicago newsman.
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Germany to Release Americans and Smaller School Board
A fragmented index item notes Germany possibly releasing Americans while detailing a school board topic and various civic and church notices. It mentions social topics, local debates, and upcoming events across the paper’s pages.
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Milwaukee
Senator Stone Sets Forth His Views on Senate Issue
Senator Stone argues against arming munitions ships and warns that such action would amount to war. He cites presidential actions toward Mexico and Europe as attempts to avoid conflict, urges Senate restraint, and defends Congress’s war-making powers while cautioning against broad executive armament. He insists only a declared war justifies mobilizing naval force.
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Youths On Probation Over Pay Defrauding Case
Three youths from Wisconsin and Illinois were placed on probation after being charged with defrauding J. J. Case company of eight units. They allegedly manipulated payments as timekeepers, waived probation, and promised to repay the threshing machine company.
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Austrian Official Fired
Austrian chief of staff Pietd Mareauis Courat van Woatzenaort faces dismissal as Vienna acts. Baron Slanvenbergs supported Von Hootzendort in the rearrangement. dispatches from Amsterdam detail the leadership shakeup and wartime moves across the Austrian command.
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Leading Events on Foreign Policy and Armed Neutrality
Today reports Foreign Secretary Zioner tamo of Germany admits seeking aid from Mexico against the United States in case of war. Congress debates armed neutrality with President Wilson possibly empowered to arm ships, while Senator Stone opposes arming shipments, arguing it would be a war action. authority would rest with Congress or the President only if hostilities are declared.
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Assembly Gets Tangled in Madison March 3
Madison Wis March 3 After a long calendar the assembly adjourned under a call of the house to bring back forty eight absent members. The body planned to reconvene Monday at 10 a m Bills killed include a timber sale bill a hotel and restaurant bill a partridge season bill and a raise in penalties for speeders The assembly also declined to recall the Kent bill to fix an eight hour state printing job.
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Rogers
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Germany's boast failed in submarine warfare report
London reports Germany sank about 1,000,000 tons of merchant ships in the first month of unrestricted submarine warfare. Associated Press figures show February totals near 490,000 tons, with February under 140,000 tons. The data compare with January and March projections.
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London
Germany
China May Join Allies In Diplomatic Move
A European dispatch reports China may sever relations with Germany, signaling possible alliance shifts. The Rheinische Zeitung notes tension as Berlin warns of a change in blockade policy and signals toward formalized diplomatic rupture if actions continue.
Fire at Beloit Causes Eight Thousand Dollar Loss
Torn and mangled lines obscure most details but report lists Beloit fire causing about $8000 in property damage. Local notes indicate cold wave and temperature readings with unclear timing and sources. The fragmentary wire report credits United Press and mentions Marely as a byline with garbled text.
Last Hours in Congress as Bills Face Battle Over Naval Funds
Washington March 3 Congress races to finish amid friction over naval appropriation bills and a 150 million dollar bond issue. Senate Republicans press to delay while La Follette and Stone threaten opposition. extra session possible if key measures stall.
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