Allied nations hail Petrograd upheaval reshaping Russia
Reports from Petrograd and London describe a three day overthrow of autocracy, with a provisional government led by figures such as Prince George FE Looft and Kerensky. Allies foresee a seamless transition to democracy and a strengthened alliance, amid minimal bloodshed and hopes of rapid war effort coordination.
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Chronology of Russia's Awakening Democracy
A dated account describes bread shortages and worker unrest on March 8 with bread shop lootings and police dispersals in Petrograd. By March 12 large scale mutinies and troop defections shift power to revolutionists who form a new cabinet and assert control as officials surrender.
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More Economy in Food Report Warned
The War and high prices push Americans to economize on food. Prewar consumption ran 28 percent above production. in 194... war years 18t) and 1956 the country produced 1.2 percent more than it consumed. Americans reduced intake of edible grain meat dairy vegetables sugar and fats while coffee tea cocoa and nuts rose.
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Government Takes Aim at Rail Lines in National Service Plan
Washington reports say Wilson directs quick mediation after cabinet seven minute session on the railway strike. Secretaries and union leaders to meet with national defense advisers to avert a paralyzing walkout. The president intends to urge both sides to pause strike activity amid national emergency.
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Russian Revolt Brief Aims Russian Restoration Under Nicholas
Summary reports Grand Duke Nicholas, top Russian field commander, arrives in the capital ready to take command as empire stabilizes after a bloodless revolution. Regent Grand Duke Michael is a child. The army backs the new government though some officers resist. Duma and council cooperate to restore normal order, food policy is tackled, and justice moves toward a national measure to save the empire and end the war.
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Strike brief in Minnesota. workers push wage demand
In Minnesota a group of workers, including Minteesuta and Ontario Power Company employees, staged a brief strike seeking a fifteen percent raise. Management offered a five percent raise as a compromise, with no new contracts for permanent hires during the dispute. The strikers cited usual living conditions as justification for their action.
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Strike to Begin in Less than 30 Hours
Reported labor action looms with looming deadline as unions mobilize and railroads brace for a potential stoppage. Authorities warn disruption could affect schedules and safety at key lines amid tense negotiations with the president.
Cable Communication Cut Reported At Cedar City
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a cable communication disruption affecting several firms and facilities around Cedar City. The text mentions interruptions near a canteen area and references local entities, with unclear dates or responsible parties due to garbled wording.
Main Events of the Day and Global Turmoil
Reports describe key events as Congress discussions unfold with President Wilson and Secretary Daniels, while advisors and defense leaders address a growing controversy. In Europe, Tsar Nicholas II faces royal succession concerns as a regent may take control. The empire seeks to restore order amid upheaval amid public appeals for stability.
American Authority on Russia Describes Revolt
Prof Samuel N Warper of the University of Chicago, a leading American authority on Russia, provides a full analysis for United Press on the internal crisis that led to the revolution and overthrow of the regime. He details the duma’s November demands, food supply failures, government interference, public organizations, and the rapid move toward a political revolution aimed at ending German influence and uniting diverse social groups behind change.
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