Supreme Court siding reshapes Wisconsin voter rights
The Wisconsin Supreme Court reversed earlier rulings, upholding a constitutional amendment that restored voting rights to foreign born citizens who lacked second papers. The decision clarifies that full citizenship permits voting and permits earlier generations to regain ballot access, while detailing the court's reasoning and anticipated further filings.
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War News and Court Rulings Reach Mixed Fronts
A chaotic day sees German and allied positions shifted with talks of counter moves in France and Russia as Berlin reports reversals and the British high command claims resilience. In Milwaukee, a state supreme court ruling upholds party chairman discretion in verifying affiliations amid continued Social Democratic disputes.
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Milwaukee
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Edmund T. Melms
Sedal Democratic Party
Kerwin
Social Democrats
Ate
Ted Avith
Mpet
Mandamus
Alrest
Social Democratic Party
Trial details unfold in Terre Haute election fraud case
A long courtroom session reveals testimony about a slush fund network tied to Terre Haute election fraud. Prosecutors recount gunmen, arrests, and alleged conspirators including Moran and Nugent while defense questions the credibility of witnesses and motives.
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Nugent
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Dennis Sher
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United States
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Milwaukee primary election in wisconsin judges and votes
Milwaukee voters faced a light off year turnout as primary contests determined nominees for circuit judge positions in the tenth sixteenth seventeenth and nineteenth Wisconsin circuits. Citizens with only first citizenship papers faced voting restrictions and officials reported preliminary tallies with 8912 ballots cast by noon.
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Wisconsin
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Milwaukee
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Siam
Mibwaukee
Millwaukee
Madison
Regret on M Manus death cited in Mexico talks
Secretary Bryan announced regret over the killing of John K. Mc Manus in Mexico by Zapata forces. Negotiations for indemnity to a prominent family advance as Mexican ministers report progress, with Zapata officials stating the killers should be punished. The U S dispatches aid to stabilize, while disputes over shipments and looting claims surface. Mutiny near Ensenada in Baja California follows pay delays for Villa forces, with officers attacked.
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Tod
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Mexico City
Domar
Gene Palafor Aiort
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Yucatan
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Itan
Senate
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Ense Tix Angeles
California
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Meni Adal
Anza
Villa
Emperor's representative visits Petrograd hospital
An Associated Press despatch reports an emissary of the Emperor arrived in Petrograd for a hospital visit, accompanied by the imperial staff. He was received by the American ambassador George T. Marve Jo, the embassy staff, and the hospital president, with General Kamoroff thanking the Americans for caring for Russian wounded.
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Inquiries To Japan Amid Negotiation Talks
The report notes ambiguity in Japanese talks and U S responses. President Mitch clarifies that core points were not minor, stating the United States had approved Japan's explanation of its demands while disavowing concessions on others.
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Christians in Persia Victims of Marauders
A March 23 dispatch reports mob rule in Persia driving tens of thousands from Shiraz and nearby areas. Refugees fill the American Presbyterian mission in Ishafan, with 4,000 to 5,000 native Christians among those sheltered. Russian troops may intervene. Turkish forces attacked missions elsewhere.
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Triple murder case in British press names brides in bath
London reports George Joseph Smith arraigned for the murder of three wives found dead in baths. Public Prosecutor Bodkin named Beatrice Murray, Alice Burnham, and Margaret Lofty as the victims with murders dated 1912 and 1914. Prosecutor noted Smith had five marriages and emphasized the pattern of deadly motives.
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Margaret Lofty
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Army Man Recalled Amid War Recall Claims
A March report from Washington notes the recall of Major George J. Langhorne, once attache in Berlin, now reassigned to a role in the war effort. Officials say the recall was not a mark against him, though details remain tightly held.
Banker's Books in Order
In a dated notice the treasurer Cochran and the board discuss banker records and a possible lien. The piece hints at marital arrangements and a cautious approach to refusals, noting underlining concerns about associates and the state of books.
Wisconsin Assembly Debates Common Law and Government Reform
In Madison March lawmakers clash as the senate kills the Bosshard bill banning common law barriers and Culhertsen bill on commissions, while the assembly sends the Bradley measure for building funds at the state fairgrounds to engrossment. The Goodyear Lumber issue, county land donations, and municipal governance debates color sessions with adjournment looming and long committee discussions on funding and reform.
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Innovation by Bray Schedules State Convention
Special to The Northwestern outlines a forthcoming state convention to form a platform and nominate candidates. The event will select a state chairman and elect electors by ballot, with provisions restricting certain actions and a spring session in April.
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Two Americans Captured at British Ceelser Harbor Report
Fragmentary British press copy notes a claim that two Americans were captured near Searkey Breiner and mentions a sinking German steamer as part of the chaotic maritime news. The report references March and ties to overseas events, with unclear specifics.
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Deficit Estimates and Treasury Floor Risks Hit Chance
An unclear report notes rising concerns over budget gaps and Treasury expectations. The memo hints at widened deficits, stressing potential long term impacts on public finances.
Early Russian Advance Expected Near Hungary Amid Fort Resistance
Early reports indicate Russian incursions into the Hungarian area are anticipated with Turkish forts holding firm. Allied fleets report limited progress at the Dardanelles and other fortifications remain stubbornly intact. Some ships return from Warsaw amid uncertainty over future Russian Poland actions. Provisions run scarce and morale fluctuates as a European crisis unfolds.
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