United States Mobilization Efforts Amid German Threats
Washington reports rush to prepare for possible war with Germany. Cabinet and Council of National Defense outline a broad program spanning military naval industrial and financial measures with no half measures. Debate centers on Army and Navy funding and responsibility of Senate leaders like Lodge La Follette and the willful twelve.
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Hy Associated Press
Washington, D. C
United
Germany
Council of National Defense
Wilson
Congress
United States
Brees
Army
Navy
Navy Department
War Department
Voneress
Senate
Henry Cabot Lodge
Massachusetts
Senator Lodge
Lodge
Senator la Follette
Wisconsin
Council of National Doefense
Ieminmittess
Wed On
Program of the War outlines U S military and aid plans
The program calls for vigorous prosecution of the war, with the regular army strengthened to 220000 and the National Guard to 300000 for home defense. American relief workers risk withdrawal from Belgium, Brand Whitlock to be withdrawn, and plans for cooperation with Entente powers outlined. The navy will hunt submarines and patrol waters, with ships and crews expanded. Submarine chasers, heavier tonnage ships, and increased recruiting to reach planned strength accompany loans or contributions to allies.
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United States
Belgium
Brand Whitlock
United Russia mulls new state form as Congress debates fate
Petrograd reports suggest Russia may adopt a United States of Russia with a republican form. Peasants focus on land reform while Duma delegates spread word across the empire. The 1,260 member council of workmen soldiers and deputies moderates demands and delays decisive action pending a constituent assembly.
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Duma
Empire
Doubset
Petrograd
Council of Workmen
Iowa on a War Basis Urged by Governor in Message
Des Moines May 24 A special message from Governor Harding urged immediate steps to mobilize Iowa for possible war. He called for a census of men available for military duty and an inventory of materials usable for defense against aggression, to be worked out by the legislature within a week.
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Goevernor Nardlng
Des Moines
Harding
Othe
Navy seeks 50 torpedo boat destroyers amid bid delays
Washington March 24 three firms Cramp Co Fore River Ship Bethlehem Union Iron Works bid for fifteen destroyers the number falls short of the demand with costs set near 1.3 million each and no delivery promises. Navy aims for 10 to 15 months while emergency speed ups and expanded shipbuilding loom. Recruiting rises as army plans surge to match potential war needs.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Philadelphia
Fore
Tto
Cramps
Union Iron Works
Tem
Fore River
AUE
Seattle Construction and
Daniels
Hmit Daniely
Congress
Navy
Army
Army General Staff
War Department
Department
Star Spangled Banner in peril in cautious verse
A fragmentary poetic piece portrays Europe’s anguish and American flag imagery during wartime. It laments whether the Star Spangled Banner remains aloft as rockets glow and bombs burst, while citizens reflect on flag pride amid peril and dawn light.
Enlistment Surge Across Regions in Early War Recruiting
Across the nation enlistment trends show the army drawing more recruits than the navy. From February 1 to March 3 about 8,700 men joined the regular army. the army’s daily average rose above 90 while navy gains ran 117 daily since the drive began. New York saw 9 enlistments since March 1, with overall increases in the Midwest and specific cities like St. Louis, Oklahoma City, and St. Paul reporting double-digit percent rises. Women in Minneapolis also sought entry as enlistments climb.
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Navy
Army
New York
Middle West
St. Louis
Oklahoma
St. Paul
Minneapolia
Chisaga
Marine Corps
Bankruptcy petitions filed against Sheboygan Journal Printing
Bankruptcy proceedings were filed in the United States district court today against the Sheboygan Journal Printing company publishers of The Sheboygan Journal. Petitioners include Eugene F. Pantzer and Fred S. Morris of Sheboygan and Mouser Paper company of Chicago.
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United Progr
Milwaukee
Wis
Sheboygean Journal Printing Company
Sheboygan Journal
Perliining
United Stites Dstrict
Eugene F. Pantzer
Fred S. Morris
Shehoven
Mouser Paper Company
Chicago
Germany to Declare War on United States
United Press report from Zurich dated March 4 states several German newspapers have announced Germany will declare war on the United States at the first opportunity after an American gun fired on a German boat.
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Germany
United Prease Zurich
United States
Wheat rises and federation meeting on today’s page
Fourteen pages feature coverage of Wheat rises, the Missionary Federation meeting, social circles, and German pursuit drama. Victor Murdock comments on the Old World, with “Chronic Reforms” by J. Neaith and Joe Gaher's Milwaukee story. Announcements and market quotations close the page.
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HE Missionary Federation
Jin Socialircles
Victor Murdock
J. S Neaith
Joe Gaher
Milwaukee
Cie
Guarda
Th Piss
Americ
Alahop Fire Garden
Daly Telia
South
Action of President Will Save Millions in Postal Reform
Washington Senator Miles Poindexter argues the merit system for federal postmasters will save the government millions annually and boost postal efficiency. He describes past abuses under patronage, outlines the new order to apply to future appointments, and contends merit will strengthen independence of Congress and boost morale among loyal Federal workers.
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Miles Poindexter
Washington
United Press
Washington, D. C
Tutt
Congress
Childersdee
Senate
German Suspect Arrested in Philadelphia Breach Case
A German suspect, believed to be interned an detainee who escaped from a security yard, was arrested in Philadelphia. Local officials report the man, identified as Carl, fled confinement and was apprehended today by authorities.
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United Breast
Philadelphia
Mareh Gt Carl
Ole
Todas
Brand Whitlock and Relict Work Withdrawn From Belgium
The U.S. state department announced the withdrawal of Brand Whitlock as minister to Belgium and the Belgian relief work, now handed to Holland and other neutral nations. The move, amid German threats and submarine actions, signals a shift as relief efforts continue with Dutch personnel while American staff depart European duty.
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Brand Whitlock
Belgium
Holland
Europe
United Press
Washington, DY CG
Brand Whitlocks
Lium
State Department
Elomond
Whitlock
Ome
Brussels
Havre
Whitlerek
Germany
Brusrele
Relief Commission
Ate
Whithick
The
Hague
Department of State
Peter von Mussion
Nnvder
Crisen
Geri
Ukingeauser
Stupendous Leaibyt.s to Aid France in War Urged
The New York World and editors nationwide back a plan for the United States to lend France one billion dollars in gift aid. The World argues that funding, food, credit, and supplies are vital while an army alone cannot secure victory, urging congressional action despite concerns over the large sum.
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United Pre
United States
New York World Today
Philadelphia
Eattle
Charleston
Cleveland
Colombia
Wall Street
France
Mission to London Aims at Stabilizing Retief Institution
The department has faced chronic troubles. two weeks ago Chairman Hoover was sent from the commission to London via Spain to discuss the institution’s future. Spain and possibly one Scandinavian country are expected to assist Holland in stabilizing the venture.
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Hoover
Commission
London
Spain
Lt Ja
Holland
Minnesota Senate bill seeks million for war aid
A bill was introduced in the Minnesota Senate by Senator George W. H. Sullivan of Stillwater to appropriate 1,000,000 to aid the federal government in preparing for and carrying on war if declared. It was sent to the navy committee. In the House the military affairs committee proposed a bill to reorganize the National Guard to meet the requirements of the new federal militia law.
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Associated Press
St. Paul
Minn
Minnesota
George W H. Sullivan
Sillwater
Naw
National Guard
Tanzer Jury Disagrees in Perjury Trial
United Press reports the first perjury trial of Ron Tanzer ended in a hung jury after sixty seven hours of deliberation in a United States district court. The defendant faced charges tied to identifying James W. Osborne as "Oliver Oxborne" who allegedly took her to a hotel in Plainfield, N J.
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United Press
Ron Tanger
van Fleet
United States District Court
Miss Tanger
James W. Osborne
Oliver Oxborne
Plainfield
N. 1
Police Start Search After Rumors of Missing Cerna Base
United Press reports rumors of a missing Cerna base and strange vessels seen by fishermen off Brandtalana and No Man's Land as police begin investigations and searches along the waterfront in New Roidvord Masa on March 24.
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Geemans
United Press
New Roidvord
Masa
Brandtalana
No Man's Land
Cerna Cubmerne
German Threat Letter Sparks Police Investigation
A threatening letter signed by Gawike was received at the capital, warning of trouble and urging action against Governor Burnngist. Police are investigating the torn address and the sender's identity as part of the case.
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Burnngist
Gawike
Norwegian Steamer Ranald Sunk Reported by Ambassador Sharp
United Press reports at Paris that the Norwegian steamer Ranald sank with the loss of sailors including Orse Voldreimer and Porthand Ore, details conveyed to the U S State Department by Ambassador Sharp in Paris.
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Cits United Press
Washington
Dlo
Maniel
Ranald
Orse Voldreimer
State Department
Sharp
Paris
Indiana Tornado Toll Rises Across State
Amid frantic searches, Indiana reels after a deadly tornado. Official tallies show 34 dead in New Albany and multiple counties reporting injuries and extensive property loss totaling about $2 million. National Guard deployed to prevent looting as rescue teams, hospitals, and Red Cross units mobilize to treat the wounded.
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United Press
Indianapolils
Indiana
New Albany
Albany
Kelman
Jeffersonville
Sullivan County
Hendricks
Decaint
Delaware County
Howard County
Corydon
Flack Rock
National Guard
Louisville
Thomas Dinnved
Padianapolis Red Cross
J. Or Conner
Central Division
The
Red Cross
Petrack
Ilisteiol
Widssenes
Marthe Stella Ehringer
Carolina Sante
St. Edward's Hospital
Lovasts
Elizabeta
Weather Notes Hint At Warm Evening Ahead
Fragmentary weather bulletin reports windy conditions and a warm evening forecast for March 24. Mentions a fair event possibly in a northern area with cooler to warmer trend tonight and southward flow. Includes garbled observations and temperature remarks.
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Cercena
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