Aztec Sunk Near Brest by a German U Boat
The American steamer Aztec was torpedoed at night near Brest while sailing from Ney York March 18 with a cargo of foods and general supplies worth about 400 000 dollars. Forty crew were aboard, 39 men reported saved and several missing. the ship carried two guns and was commanded by a warrant officer. The incident raised concerns in Washington and Paris as diplomatic cables and depositions were sought.
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William Graves Sharp
Brest
New York
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France
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Tay
Artec
Elaine Mareh II
Ates
Oriental Nascatier
Orleans
Res- Brest
Cables
Aztec Department
Cable
Aztec
Accorde Company
United States
York
Havre
Shely O'Brien
Npany
Germany
Que
Gene
Dodge
Loge
Federal Board seeks injunction against railroads over fares
In St Louis a petition for an injunction was filed in federal court by the Interstate Commerce Commission. It seeks to restrain railroads from charging more than 21 cents per mile for passenger service between St Louis and Pimais points, not counting bridge tolls. The action aims to enforce the commission order that rates between St Louis and Hlinvis points match those between East St Louis and state points. The intrastate rate is two cents, and plaintiffs say higher rates are charged between St Louis and Minis points.
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ST. Louis
Pimais
Hlinvis
East St. Louis
State
New York Stirred by Patriotic Wave Over War News
New York crowds gathered Monday night as news from Washington sparked a strong patriotic mood. Newspaper bulletins drew Meat men and women to public boards while extra editions reported Congress being called to vet orchestras in hotels restaurants and cabarets along the Great White Way. The Great White Way filled with the stirring strains of The Star Spangled Banner as patrons joined in song and unity.
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New York
Washington
Congress
Addressing Congress on War and Submarine Warfare
President Wilkens urges Congress to declare a state of war and mobilize with allies, proposing a 500,000 army and universal service. He condemns German submarine warfare, calls for decisive action, and argues armed neutrality is no longer feasible. He frames the crisis as a test of national character and commitment to international law.
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Sind
Turan
Pedro
Congress
Pacifists Receive Cold Welcome in Washington on Visit
Pacifists arriving in Washington by the Emergency Peace Federation to urge Congress against war faced a hostile reception. The capital was filled with patriotic displays and jeers as they urged lawmakers to support the President and national honor. A clash occurred at Senator Lodge’s door when a protester from Massachusetts exchanged harsh words and blows with him.
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Waseeington
Washington
Emergency Peace Federation
Congress
Capitol
Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Alexander W. Banuwart
Dorchester
Switzerland
Lodge
Haig's Line Gains Near St Quentin in France
British and Allied forces report gains near St. Quentin with advances on several fronts in France. French and British troops push toward German positions. villages along the line are captured and trenches near Arras are reported seized. Casualties are noted on both sides amid ongoing bombardments and attacks across multiple sectors.
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Quentin
Arras
Duran
Berish
Tadesh
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House of Commons
Gazi
Palestine
Gelantey
Ray
Threatened to Blow President's Head Off in Camden
April Vechnical faced charges for threatening the life of President Wilson. Edward A W Summers, a German, was held Monday under 82,000 bond for a further hearing Wednesday by a United States commissioner. Summers allegedly declared he would go to Washington and blow the President's head off.
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Wilson
Edward A. W. Simmers
United States
Sinaners
Washington
More Men Called as War Expands Mobilization Efforts
Washington April report shows Army Navy preparations at stage to meet urgent defense needs. National guardsmen called into federal service for police duty, totaling 60 state troops assigned to guard against internal disorders. War Department orders mustering out guard troops to avoid hindering government construction. New regiments called Virginia Fourth Infantry First and Second Coast Artillery Battery and more from West Virginia Vermont Connecticut, plus additional Coast Artillery companies. March gains in enlistments rise sharply. Navy records indicate 443 applicants accepted, setting a new March high.
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National Guard
Army
Navy
Federal Service
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Vaginia Fourth Infantry
Second Coast Artillery
Meld
West Virginia
Vermont
First Infantry
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Aris
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War Draft Offered in Both Houses by Martin and Flood
President Wilson urged Congress to declare a state of war with Germany in a joint session, calling for practical cooperation with Allies, liberal credits, and an army of 300,000 by universal service. The House and Senate introduced identical resolutions and prepared to act, with leaders Martin and Flood guiding the measures.
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Flood
Washington
Wilson
Congress
United States
Germany
Capitol
House
Senate
America
Foreign Affairs Committee
Stone
Foreign Relations Committee
Virginia
Representative Flood
Flood War Resolution Declared States of War With Germany
The document outlines a congressional resolution declaring a state of war between the United States and Imperial Germany. It authorizes the President to mobilize defenses and pursue full wartime measures, directing all government efforts toward a successful war outcome.
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Germa
Unites
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Secrerica
Congress
Speaker Clark Wins Early House Victory in 217 to 205 Vote
Washington April 3 Speaker Clark was re elected Monday by 217 to 205 over his Republican opponent Representative Mann. The vote marks the first step in organizing the House and sets the stage for President Weston’s address. Democrats present and several independents supported Clark while some Republicans backed alternative candidates or voted present.
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Louisiana
Schall
Minnesota
Lanedou
New York
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Caliurnia
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Pyleler
Massachusetts
Lenrout
Lillinger
Massachussetts
Ray
New Jersey
Gillette
James
Michigan
Haskell
Mann
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