German bombardment and Verdun fighting intensify
April 2 reports say German bombardment pounded French positions between Avocourt and Malancourt and to the east of the Meuse, with fighting near Verdun edging closer as the crown prince's forces push near the village. Zeppelin raids killed 28 in England, while British premier Asquith met Pope Benedict.
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Wreck blame laid on Ohio Lime Engineer
Officials attributed the Am beret wreck on New York Central train 86 to Herman Hess the Lime engineer of the second section running at about 50 miles per hour in dense fog. The joint federal state and interstate commission investigations found the cause under review and not released publicly to date.
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Capture Crew of Grippled Zeppelin L-15
German prisoners from the destroyed Zeppelin L 15, numbered seventeen, with their commander, reached a southeastern military center Saturday morning. The commander wore the Iron Cross. Some related that crew members drew lots to decide who would stay behind and blow up the airship when it could fly no further. The airship collapsed after an explosion in the motor room. Seventeen prisoners were unwounded. others were injured and captured.
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Berlin has no official news on Sussex and Englishman
Washington April 2 The German government told Ambassador Gerard it has no official information about the Sussex and Englishman incidents. It relies on newspaper reports and will inform when inquiries conclude, possibly in three or four days. State Department investigations continue as officials wait for reports from German submarine commanders and assess possible violations of U.S. assurances.
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Germany
Stowaway Held as Dynamiter Before Ship Plot
New York April 2 Clarence Hudson also called Ernest Schiller the German stowaway was jailed charged with attempting to place dynamite on the Cunard liner Pannonia. Police say he and three men planned to blow up the ship while moored in the North River March 3. He admitted using a motor boat with dynamite but would not reveal explosive or launch locations. A trunk tied to him was seized at his Hoboken boarding house. He said the plan faltered as two confederates backed out.
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British Lose 19 Steamers in March
London April 2 Board of Trade summary shows 19 steamers totaling 44,609 tons and 8 sailing vessels of 1,865 tons sunk by enemy warships. Ten steamers of 13,927 tons sunk by mines. One steamer of 2,131 tons sunk by either warship or mine. Forty three lives lost in warship sunk steamers and 81 lives in mine sinks.
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Lewis Defends National Guard in Senate Army Bill Debate
The Senate debated the army Increase bill all day with no start date for amendments. Borah argued constitutional barriers to federalizing the National Guard, while Lewis and Cummins countered that the plan targets the guard and harms it. Amendments proposed include raising peacetime army strength and funding school military training courses. The House naval committee was not in session as Secretary Daniels prepared to conclude testimony Monday.
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President Wilsons yacht Mayflower reports all well
The Mayflower yacht carrying President and Mrs. Wilson departed Friday night for a weekend cruise down Chesapeake Bay. A wireless message confirmed all aboard are well.
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Pavor Women Curates in New England Methodist Favor Licensing
NORWICH Conn April 2 The New England Southern conference of the Methodist Episcopal church in annual session here went on record as favoring the licensing of women to preach.
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Wheel Tracks Point to Villa in Mountain Camp
Cavalry under Col George A Dodd searches snow clad slopes near the frontier camp for Francisco Villa after their victory at San Geronimo. Air scouts and aviators relay word while mountain trails and water spots are watched for Villa and his band.
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Holland Mobilization Rumors Stir Dutch Headlines
Berlin reports on Entente plans to mobilize Holland. Dutch papers call rumors speculative and note no German cause for alarm. The Hague press cites war-wide tensions and possible shifts from an allies conference in Paris. The Hague also notes a special ministers meeting held Saturday in The Netherlands.
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Army officers expect Villa capture soon in Mexico
From Wasittington April 2. Despite no Pershing report, officers believe the expedition has reached a climax as Col. Dodd's cavalry clashed near Guerrero, scattering Villa's main command. Rumors and telegraph controls by Carranza officials fuel optimism of a rapid capture and further news is awaited. A war department bulletin warns troops to avoid typhus by strict hygiene and unfumigated lodging.
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Army Reports on Villa Chase
Army reports on Villa chase from San Antonio and Washington indicate captured or near capture by Dodd's troopers. Generals Gavira and Pershing pursue Villa across deserts and mountain passes toward Guerrero. A Minaca murder case is cited as authentic by federal officials. Villa delays allowed Dodd to close in.
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Zeppelin Raid Leaves 28 Dead in England
London April 2 Twenty eight persons were killed and 44 injured in a Friday night Zeppelin raid on England. A German dirigible crippled by gunfire fell into the Thames estuary after being hit near the tail. Five Zeppelins took part, with two squadrons targeting eastern counties and one detached ship attacking the northeast coast. Casualties listed as 28 dead and 44 wounded with limited details due to storm damage to lines.
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Holland declares neutral measures not aimed at any power
Berlin April 2 The Hague says Holland has adopted steps out of prudence to preserve strict neutrality. The measures are not directed at Germany or the Entente and are meant to prevent involvement in the war. Baron Gevers, Dutch minister to Germany, conveyed the information to the German foreign office and reported he went to the foreign office immediately.
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Germany
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Foreign Office
Red River Still Rising in Dakota
Flood conditions worsen in Fargo and Grand Forks as the Red River rises over 18 inches in 24 hours. Hospital basement floods and hundreds flee homes while the Northern Pacific bridge faces danger as water levels climb.
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Recruiting Figures Given
Washington April 9 report on recruiting figures lists city names and numbers tied to sheet men and numbers 7 451 83 386. Chicago Sisco New Fork referenced with ages and accepted status in the ongoing enlistment effort.
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