President Wilson calls extraordinary session as war clouds gather
President Wilson declares drastic steps necessary to protect American lives and property and calls Congress to meet April 2 to address grave national questions. He warns Germany’s submarine warfare has effectively placed the United States at war, with mobilization underway and plans to ordain measures safeguarding seas and commerce.
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President Proclaims Special Session in 1817 and 1912
The Associated Press reports a presidential proclamation calling Congress to meet in extraordinary session at the Capitol. The notice states the purpose is to receive a communication on grave national policy matters and to convene at 12 o clock noon on April 2. The proclamation dates March 24 and cites the seal of the United States and the 1776/1912 era context.
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French Warship Blown Up By German Sub
The French battleship of the Danton class was sunk by a German submarine in the western Mediterranean. A Norwegian freighter Tavange Bergen was torpedoed and sunk in the North Sea thirty miles off the North Hinter lightship, with one American aboard saved after seventeen hours. The German admiralty reported further sinking of 116000 gross tons of shipping in the British Channel Atlantic and North Sea.
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Storm Devastates Delmark. Seven Dead Eight Injured
A deadly tornado near Delmark leaves seven dead and eight injured. Names listed include Charles Weatherington Albert Herring Milton Merring Milton Whitebinnon Maine Uwern and Louis Noberts. The disaster wrecks most buildings in Delmark with extensive property damage reported. Local authorities coordinate relief and investigations.
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Delmark
Charles Weatherington
Albert Herring
Milton Merring
Milton Wiutebinnon
Maine Uwern
Louis Noberts
Fond du Lac Man Dies
Fond du Lac Wis March 21 Ernest Thy a well known contractor hatter of the new Armory for Company E is dead a victim of pernicious aenemie war a ardent sportsman unmarried fifty five years old Burial will be at DePere Wis Monday He leaves two brothers and one sister
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Fond du Lac
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Ernest Thy
New Armory
Company E
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Mrnday
Shoes and Leather Burn at Milwaukee Factory
Fire in Milwaukee Shoe company factory and showroom destroys twelve thousand dollars worth of shoes and leather. Casualties not reported. Fire investigators probe the scene as flames consume stock and equipment.
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Milwaukee, Wis
Milwaukee Shoe Company
State of War Seen Looming as Germany May Act
Officials warn a broader war may begin soon as the United States prepares for a state of war existing. Historical precedents show hostilities often start before formal declarations. Congress is expected to declare a state of war, with statements from leaders signaling swift action and plans outlined by Representative Flood.
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Berlin Seeks Peace Terms via Allied Probing Messages
New York March 21 German agents have recently visited Molland and Switzerland to sound allied feeling on fresh peace proposals. The dispatch says a German government official floated restoring Poland to Russian influence under autonomy guarantees. Other talks in Vienna discussed autonomy for smaller peoples within existing frontiers without major border changes.
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New York
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Switzerland
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Aber Wusskin
Gernan
Germany
Poland
Holland
Vienna
Rega
American Consul Freed After Swedish Civil Suit
Joseph Westerberg, American consul at Malmoe, Sweden, was freed after a prior penalty of 119 000 crowns in a civil case. A Copenhagen firm had sued to recover double damages claiming he breached an agreement by reexporting American pork imported via the company.
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Joseph Westerbere
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Copenhagen
Compulsory Insurance Bill and Utilities Franchises in Assembly
Madison March 31 The assembly reviews a compulsory insurance bill to provide death sickness and maternity benefits and to cover accidents not in workers compensation. A separate measure gives the railway commission power to review municipal public utilities franchises and delete burdensome clauses. The senate passes the Bennett bill on meeting times for stockholders and banks, with other actions deferred.
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Motorboat mobilization underway in Crosar district
Local polisher Ridder has been commissioned by the government to compile statistics on motorboats in Crosar Wisconsin dated March 2. Some boats may be requisitioned for wartime use including a fast racing hull named Streak 1.
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Associated Press
Crosar
Wis
Wlov. Ridder
Lloyd George in peril as insane man enters PMs home
London March 21 A mentally unbalanced intruder gained entry to Prime Minister Lloyd George’s home that afternoon. He demanded to see the premier and was overpowered after a struggle. Police later detained him.
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Fremler Lloyd
Fond du Lac Council Race Narrowly Decided
United Press reports in Fond du Lac Wisconsin that councilman candidate Ovis I ke a former Presbyterian minister won two to one over FL AL Summerfield in yesterdays primaries. The result firms a new year offer for the council seat.
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Course of Action in Case of War
United Press outlines expected U S steps if war with Germany occurs as Wilson calls Congress. Cabinet member describes alignment with Entente allies, freeing British and French fleets for other duties, opening ports to allied ships, extending unlimited credit, and boosting munition production through private and government cooperation.
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Rioting in Berlin Rumor of Revolt
London dispatch reports rumors of serious riots in Berlin amid food shortages. Troops were said to be called up and frontier regiments moved to Berlin to restore order. Rumors of German revolution circulated on the stock exchange, with intense excitement but no clear confirmation.
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Amsterdam
Stock Exchange
Two German Raiders Sink in Atlantic Engagement
Details of a clash between German raiders and a British cruiser squadron reach port aboard the Lamport and Holt liner Byron. Two raiders were destroyed and several British ships damaged after a February engagement in American waters. The Amethyst reportedly lost much of her superstructure. The raid involved three German vessels, one of which masqueraded as a hospital ship.
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New York
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Judge Pollard Expected to Live After Poison Pill Incident
Associated Press dispatch from Ireqau Wis on March 21 reports Judge P A Pollard likely to recover after ingesting a poisonous tablet labeled as kidney medicine. He suffered severe pain. a doctor performed a stomach pump and he remains in critical but improving condition today.
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Cars piled in a heap near Rolania Crossing
About thirteen freight cars loaded with autos, livestock, and farm implements piled into a heap at Rolania Crossing two miles south of Fond du Lac yesterday evening. The Lac line was blocked for twelve hours, detouring the St Paul and Seaboard passenger trains. One car was injured in the incident.
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New York Women Offer Census of Willing Volunteers
The New York woman suffrage party plans to compile a census of women willing to volunteer for war service. Beginning tomorrow, the group will gather names of patriotic women ready to serve if Uncle Sam calls for help.
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French Troops Press German Retreat Near St Quentin Waves
March dispatch from Amsterdam reports French infantry close to St Quentin and Liters as German forces retreat north of Arras toward the Lille area. British progress toward Cambrai slows with inclement weather. fighting centers on Hinndenburg line positions and key road junctions at Tergnier and Brillon.
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Present Situation Echoes 1898 in War Claims
The piece compares today’s looming crisis to 1898 when the battleship Malone was sunk and a blockading of Cuban ports followed. It notes calls for a joint resolution declaring war against Spain and, later, debate on a potential war with Germany as Congress meets.
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Nation Prepares for War and War Talks Open
Nation readies for war as Census of women volunteers begins and Navy duties expand. President calls an extra session on April 2, cabinet coalition pressure grows. Harding as governor of the federal reserve board hints at a billion dollar loan to allies. Copper firms meet market needs below price. Verdun and Picardy events unfold with German efforts to divert attention while Macedonian front remains active with Bulgar Teutonic forces engaging French troops.
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Medical Missionary Miss Cora Simpson to Speak at Second M E Church
Miss Cora Simpson a medical missionary from China and field secretary of the Women's Foreign Missionary Society will speak at the Second M E Church midweek service. She will describe the Poochow Leper work Mazgow hospital and the nurse training school and discuss China’s recent events and missionary miracles. An invitation is extended to the public.
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Raymond I Smith Seeks Clarity On Ostia Plans
Raymond I Smith of Shebay, vice president and general manager of the Eastern Wisconsin Lecture Company, says nothing significant to report today. He plans to stay informed, meet officials, and study conditions before outlining any changes or statements on Ostia.
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Ashland Election Result Nominates Knowles and Piniaehaw ake
Ashland Wis MT W. 4G Knowles and AL FP Tiniachowski will be candidates for the commissioner at the election April 1. They were chosen at yesterday's primaries. AL J. Kull labor's candidate ran third. One hundred forty five votes were cast for Knowles who led in every district except the Ninth and Tenth.
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Deposed Czar and Consort Held Captive Amid Russian Turmoil
London reports say the deposed Russian emperor and his consort are to be held captive as civil war fears rise. The new government seeks reconciliation, while notable arrests span Kiev clergy, nobles, and officials. The US eyes a treaty with Russia after recognition signals.
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