New York Harbor Strike Near Settlement and Transit Riot
Labor officials predicted an early settlement as private boat owners accept employer proposals, while the government pledges to divert shipping to other ports if needed. In Newark riots followed as Public Service Railway strike actions escalated, with two trolley cars stoned, crews assaulted, two hospitalizations, and arrests including a soldier in uniform.
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Associated Press
Washington
BP. C
New York Harbor
Department of Labor
Washington, D. C
Newark
N. 3
Public Service Railway Corporation
War Labor Board
Russians Plot For World Revolution New Minister Named International Commissary
The Russian Soviet government appoints a Swiss national Moor as international commissary to lead a global communist drive with vast powers. His under secretary is Sadoul, a former French army captain who joined Russia with Albert Thomas during the Kerensky era. A British ally, Tchitcherin associate, is said to influence the ministry.
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Associated Preas.y 7
London
Moscow
Moor
Nikolai Lenine
Leon Troteky
Switzerland
Sadoul
Russia
Albert Thomas
Kerensky
M. Tchitcherin
Holshevik
Colby farmer fined in espionage act case
Colby farmer Viva Koerner pleaded guilty to violating the espionage act in federal court. Judge A L Sanborn fined him 100 dollars after prosecutors noted his drunken utterance during the controversy with a New Jersey public service dispute. Other defendants included William Bergerschmidt fined 200 dollars on a similar charge and Hermann Hartmann facing espionage act accusations. Bud Kenyon received a year and a day at Leavenworth after a quick jury verdict.
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Viva
United Press
Rau Claire
Wis
aAugust Koerner
Washington, D. C
Farmer
Colby
New Jersey
A. L. Sanborn
Federal Public Service Corporation
Tss
War Labor Board
Koerner
Jadie Sanborn
James “Lyons
Calby
Red Cross
English Knights
Bud Kenyon
Leavenworth
Kenyon
War Labor Board invited to settle Newark transport dispute
Washington reports a proposal to place the Newark D J and Public Service Corp dispute before the War Labor Board to halt the strike pending decision. New Jersey harbor and coal supply disruption worsened with rail and transit systems in turmoil as workers demand higher wages and shorter hours.
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Washington, D.C
Sing Street
Newark
D. J
Public Service Corporation
War Labor Board
New Jersey
Galloway to Explain Resignation Soon
Washington March. Charles M. Galloway member of the civil service commission said he would resign within a few days and would give real reasons for the request. The White House withholds a successor while awaiting his resignation. other members Craven and McIlhenny were appointed recently.
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Associated Press
Washington
D. C
Charles M. Galloway
Civil Service Commission
Wilson
Galloway
White House
Herman W. Craven
John A. McIlhenny
Man Arrested At Green Bay Imposter Case
Green Bay police hold Larry Rochford who posed as a Canadian army officer seeking aid from Red Creek and Knights of Columbus after claiming robbery en route from Chicago. Canadian army provost marshal orders his arrest as an imposter.
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Man
Green Bay
Associated Preas
Rovernment
Larry Rochford
Chicago
Rochier
Red Creak
Knighta of Columbus
Chid Taco
German salaries rise sparks extra budget burden
The United Press dispatch from The Hague reports Germany will raise salaries for republican officials, increasing expenses by about 125 million marks. The move was required by the government in Berlin to align with new budgetary commitments.
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United Prees
Hague-Tas
Saverment
Welmar
England plans lessons learned in war for her fleet
London reports the Admiralty seeks to apply wartime lessons to future naval build up as the peace conference shapes armament. Walter Hume Long notes construction paused on many ships while preparing for a twofold duty to defend empire and preserve world peace.
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England
Associated Pres
London
House of Commons
Walter Hume Long
Lori
Admiralty
Long
Woman in Chicago Ends Life While Nurse Attendant
A sick woman eluded a nurse and killed herself today in Chicago. Edna T. Karrie, wife of Harry F. L. Karrie, president of a railway, was found with a hose clenched in her teeth after a struggle during weeks of nursing care.
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Chicazo
Edna T. Kle
Harry FL Karrie
Ure Chicazo
Indianapolis
Mexican congress called for extra session May 1
President Varranza has summoned the Mexican congress to meet in an extra session on May 1. The anticipated agenda includes statutory reforms, revision of taxation measures, labor and social welfare regulation, and legislation for a central bank.
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Associated Preex
Washinston
J. C
Mexican Congress
Varranza
State Department
Germany May Draft Under Volunteer System Says Report
The piece outlines a potential German army development under a volunteer framework and mentions broader wartime strategies. It notes political debate in Europe about military staffing and reflects on Allied and Axis expectations during the conflict.
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Valera
England
Ireland
Germany
Farah
H. A. Beglinzer
France
Austria
Wilson to Speak Soon on League of Nations
President Wilson traveled aboard the George Washington entering Brest harbor at 7 15 pm and anchored before boarding a tug to shore. Advisers expect a public statement on U S support for a League of Nations covenant to counter anti covenant sentiment in the United States and aid at the peace conference. Four American destroyers escort the Washington toward Me shore.
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Wilson
League of Nations
Associated Press
Brest
France
George Washington
President Wilson
Revert J. Bender
Washington
Wison
Terran
Stiles
Paris
Nsorsinp
Parks
League
United States
Idina
Phi
Dias
Yarnell Tarbell
Wiley and Lee
Vandyne State Bank Remains Open After Robbery Attempt
The Vandyne State Bank reports no financial losses after an attempted robbery last night. A Debold Co. representative measures new vault doors to be installed by Saturday while a night watchman stays on duty. Sheriff Zamzan of Fond du Lac questions the sole clue a wrench found at the scene and searches for a mysterious stranger unseen since the break in.
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Vandyne
Wis
Vandyne State Bank
Diebold Company
Nance
Zamzan
Fond, du Lac
Mranger
Four Suspects Held After Chicago Raid On Anarchists
In New York police detained four aliens after a raid on a East Fifteenth Street building. Molly Stelmer aged 21, Marcus Ordowsky 24, Peter Binance 27, and Arthur Velezes 25 face charges of possessing literature advocating government overthrow. The Union of Russian Peasant Workers of America occupied the building.
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Fifteenth Street
Associated Press
New York
East Fifteenth Street
Itme
Molly Stelmer
Vberty
Supreme Court
Marcus Ordowsky
Siread
Free. Com
Peter Binance
Tventy-Seven
Russian Union of Peasant Workers of America
Arthur Velezes
Tsventy-Five
Fhreet
Union of
Russian Peasant Workers of America
Thase
Uncle Joe Loses His Grip In Odd Incident
A garbled report from Spriegfeld describes a man nicknamed Uncle Joe misplacing his grip on an item once used for handling. The account references collars stones and a smokeless Jenner but lacks clear details about the law or consequences.
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United Press
Spriegfeld
Oshkosh Congressman Lampert Made Head of Committee
Oshkosh representative Lampert has been named chairman of the election of president, vice president and representatives in Congress committee. He was also named as a member of the District of Columbia committee, following a Capitol appointment that surprised him. Lampert returned home after Congress adjourned and confirmed the news via telex.
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Laupert
Obey Nationa
Tania
Washington
Flurkin Laanpert
Oshkosh
Sisth Wisconain
Cangresa
District of Columbia
Lampert
Congress
John Wi Esch
Li Crosse
Wisconsin
James JD. Davidson
Columbia
Boxing title battle may be held in Paris
Boxing headlines from Paris report promoters weighing a Dempsey Willard title bout abroad as U S venues struggle to secure a site. Johnson responds to the controversial confession calling it a pathetic lie while Willard defends the Havana rematch and industry figures question a staged showdown.
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Paris
Bresy
Jack Dempsey-Witlard
Parke
Ta. Rickard
America
United States
Eckard
Sreany
Three Die in Auto Crash Near Van Buren
Reported by United Press, a vehicle carrying four people collided with a truck on a rural road near Van Buren. Three occupants were killed and a fourth injured, investigators said.
Wisconsin Assembly Passes Bills Amid Labor Debate
The Wisconsin lower house defeated Nolan's censures, debated labor rights and antitrust questions, and moved to assign school funding control to local boards. Legislation includes labor organization protections and a plan to post railroad rate notices statewide. A committee will draft a consolidated school control bill blending features from several measures.
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Maddon
Nolan
Sanesvble
Rose Toon Polar
N. Tittemore
Weeusel Industrie
George P. Hambrecht
Dimir
Demiagogram
Frank Met
St. Nolan
Tithemore
Xistement Unit
Labor Wan Better Ie Te Leisinie
Wite Min
Dolan
Asvembizmain
Metcalfe
Railroad Commission
Sountey Grocer
Xersingle Corporation
Scheela
Rehon
Compmand
I Te Peterean
Mol
Hineman Ant George Hood
Influenza Threat Worsens in Madison City
A chaotic report notes a severe influenza surge in Madison with high infection counts and strained health services. Officials including Alderman Alfred warn the crisis escalates, urging rapid response as the outbreak spreads through hospitals and communities.
Man Throws Self Under Train at Pea Oak
A man identified as Agee Millertevarns a Lake from Green County Wis threw himself in front of a Central train at Pea Oak this morning. He entered Injuries so severe that his death occurred shortly after at the scene or en route to a hospital.
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Pwis
Pea Oak
It's a Lie a Damned Lie Says Clark
The United Press reports Clark insists the claim about his views on the league of nations is false and notes his reluctance to speak publicly. He says he has studied the subject and will express his views later while accusing rivals of using canards to split the Democratic Party.
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United Press
Alhuli
Rome
Wilson
League of Nadens
Mfty
Senators
League of Peace
Dies
Alays
German Peace Delegates Identified for Conference
The article lists German delegates to the peace conference including Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau as foreign minister and Dr Adolph Warburg minister without portfolio. Also named are Adolph Müller minister to Switzerland Professor Walther and Geleberg post minister, with David as ministry member without portfolio. Preliminary talks expected to begin around March 29 with possible April conclusion.
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Associated
Wrens
Welmer
Wedeeaday
Count von Brock
Tatonal Assembly
Adolph Warburg
de Adolph Muller
Switzerland
Walther
A A. Schwecklnng
Marhuis University
Herr Geleberg
Iminion
Count von Bruckhurt-Rantzau
Solf
David
Tor
Adolph Warburn
Ameertasm
Muller
Wos
Berlin
University of Manover
Scbneck
Ing
ASAIO
W4anos
Nuvlant
Marshal Foch
Neek
Beans Rally To Aid Poor Man In Harsh Markets
Amid shortages and price declines for staples, the humble bean is billed as a key on the poor man’s table. Market reports show wide swings in dried beans with New York and Michigan prices tumbling and retail white bean costs rising at points, while overall supply pressures ease.
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Humble Bean
Bureau of Markets
Wholelente Prises
New York
Nea Lwane
Michigan
California
Colorado
Quick Loch
Sorcepiess Melas
Dean
Peace Bill and Danzig Quietly Dominate Europe News
Reports from Latin American governments estimate reparations totals near 1 billion dollars for sunken ships while Berlin and Lamburs banks face claims tied to German seizure. Danzig status and Rhine buffer proposals spark German press debate as official communique notes upcoming talks. Park committee urged standardization of continental railroad equipment to ease cross border transport.
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Berlin
Lamburs Banka
Brazil
Germany
Danzig
Poland
Heelth
Wedenday
Rhine
Taxeblatt
Lokal Anzeiger
Wileson’e
Farid
De Valera Escape Inspires New Opera Theme
New York composer Victor Herbert plans an opera based on Edward de Valera's dramatic escape from Lincoln prison in England. He predicts a romantic, picturesque tale with Gaelic singing directions and Irish girls in the prison yard, offering a vivid, passionate portrayal of Ireland's independence saga.
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United Press
New York
Victor Herbert
Lincoln Fur
England
Edward de Valera
Sinn Fein
Ireland
Herbert
de Valera
Sicilian Feud Breaks Out Again in Detroit
After several days of tension a Sicilian feud flared in Detroit today, wounding Joseph Cusunano, a thirty year old man. He was shot multiple times by three men using automatics as he stood at a doorway. He died or is mortally wounded with no hope of recovery. No arrests were reported.
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London
House of Commons
Thomas J. MacNamara
Great Britain
Jouion
Montreal
Supreme Council
T. J. MacNamara
Admiralty
MacNamara
Paris
Gallipoli
Dardanelles
Reuters Limite Statex
Detroit
Joseph Cusunano
Nalian
A Woman Highwayman Centennial Noted in City History
A corrected Chicago biographical item recalls a century old incident involving a woman highway robber. The report names several figures and places while noting the era and social context, with emphasis on the victim’s endurance and an ongoing investigation.
Unclear Weather Forecast Fragment Outlines Local Conditions
Fragmentary OCR text mentions forecast terms and temperatures with vague local references. Reads like a weather brief with unsettled wording. Names and places are garbled, no clear events or dates emerge from the readable lines.
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Salon
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Eno
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Tate
Milwaukee
Abraham Lincoln
Klein
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