China moves toward war with Germany and China aid discussed
Senate approves severing relations with Germany 152 to 37. Reports from Beijing to Washington predict possible rupture any time. Entente pressures China to declare war while Japan urges action and trade terms in exchange for war materials. Sun Yat Sen calls Premier to stop China from entering war amid debates on public support and the five power group revival. Abbott plans to travel to Asia to study loan options.
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China
Germany
Peking
Entente
Japan
Dro Sun Yat Sen
Love George
England
Questinns
Dr. Sun
Five Power Group
John Jo Abbott
Continental and Commercial Trust and Savings Bank of Chicago
Abbott
Gong
Orient
Wisdam
Jury Selection in Meoremith Case Stirs Denver
Denver March 13 Jury selection in the Stella Newton Meoremith murder case progressed Monday. Thirty five talesmen were examined. two excused, ten passed for cause by the state, others challenged. District attorney Foley asked about capital punishment. most replied with scruples, some said in this case. One potential juror said a woman defendant would influence him, citing southern hangings. he was excused.
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Denver
Colo
Stella Newton Meoremith
John EL Smith
Talesmen
William E Foley
Talesman
John U. Scranton
South
Gerard Silent On Issue With Berlin In Transit
James W Gerard former American ambassador to Germany arrives in Key West en route to Washington after a visit from Berlin. He travels with his wife and about 40 Americans, greets locals, and shows interest in the Zimmermann note. He says he will remain silent until reaching Washington.
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Key West
Fla
James W Gerard
Germany
Uavana
Washington
Gerard
Fonmer
Peaceful Landing by Blue Jackets in 5 Cuban Ports
From Guantanamo Admiral Mayo reports five Cuban shore stations with American forces landed. Five hundred Marines and bluejackets patrol Santiago and other ports while detachments guard Guantanamo Manzanillo and Nuevitas. No evidence of intervention. authorities avoid disturbing civil government.
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Guantanamo
Henry T. Mayo
United States Atlantic Fleet
Manzanillo
Nuevitas
el Combre
Itlberals
San Luis
Pablo
Pausto Menocal
Menocal
Comanche
Matanzax
Auantanamo
Reginald R. Belknap
San Francisco
Olympia
Camaguey
Fenandez
Joseph D. Murray
Rd Company
Lieut
L. P. Kimball
Lloyd George government faces tariff debate in parliament
London March 3 The Lloyd George administration plans to seek authorization for a new policy replacing protective duties on cotton goods. A Lancashire deputation warns the move harms trade and Japan while government and unionists fear a lost vote could trigger an election. Jo Austin Chamberlain urged wartime finance aid to Lancashire to support cotton producers.
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London
Lloved George
Hurdie
House of Comanies
Jo Austin Chamberlain
India
Lancasire
Chambelain
Lancashire
Tadia
Lloyd-George
President Wilson Confined by Cold in White House
President Wilson remained in his room due to a cold, keeping him in bed most of last week. He was reported steadily improving and expected to go out within a few days, and he conferred with Secretary Lansing and Senator Martin during the day.
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Washington
Wilson
Lansing
Martin
Senate
Suffrage Referendum Resolution Advances to Governor
The New York senate approved a measure to hold a referendum on woman suffrage at the next state election. The resolution passed 39 to 7 and now goes to the governor for action.
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Albany
N. Y
Senate
Will Build HG Speed Coast Boats for Submarine Scout
The war department moved toward contracting for one hundred or more high speed coast patrol boats of a new type to scout submarines. The 110 foot craft will be steam powered with limited disclosed armament and larger cruising radius than standard chasers. Bids for scout cruisers of 35 knots were to be opened Wednesday and contracts for battle cruisers will follow on cost and a 10 percent prepayment already agreed with builders.
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Wastouington
Wave Department
Devenomment
Daniels
Pretz
War gains flash across France and new front rumors
French and British offensives push on the Western front, recapturing ridge 185 and seizing a German fortification near Maisons de Champagne. British raids near Boucavesnes and Arras, with heavy artillery across the Somme and Ancre. German reports claim French attack failed south of Ripont and air losses. Turkish withdrawals in Persia and renewed fighting in Macedonia signal broader war shifts. An unofficial dispatch from Peking hints at China considering a break with Germany.
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Champagne
Maisons de Champagne
Woevvre
Leidheprey
Soissons
Rheims
Bouchavesnes
Perenne
Arras
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Somme
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Ripont
London War Office
Petrograd
Persia
Bisitun
Kermanshah
Hadji Abad
Macedonia
Presbalak
Cerna
Germany
Peking
Railroads Face Broad Strike Threat Across Nation
March reports in railroad circles say a countrywide strike could begin if talks fail with four trainmen brotherhoods. Plans reportedly call for a gradual shutdown starting Saturday night and full tie up by the next Wednesday. Local officials and national officers weigh strike likelihood as talks continue, tied to the eight hour day and government impact.
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New York
Supreme Court
Washington
Nnne
Brotherhood
Wilson
Piano Bargains in Whig Want Ads Offer Cheap Instruments
The Whig Want columns frequently list used pianos and other instruments at surprisingly low prices. If you are considering a purchase, check the Want Ad section for bargains and watch for genuine value amid listings.
Notice of Armed Guards for American Merchant Ships
Washington March 13 government steps toward arming U S merchant ships for protection in war zones. State Department message to embassies to relay to Germany states armed guards will be placed on all American vessels within barred areas. Details remain military secrets as officials weigh possible responses and aim to avoid direct European war involvement.
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Washington
United States
State Department
Germany
Wilson
America
Complexion of House in Doubt
Washington March 15 The battle for control of the coming house of representatives faces indecision despite numerous conferences and proposals. Democrats hold 216 to 214 with five independents undecided, a special New York district election to replace the late Connery could tip the balance. Mann urges swift elections while predicting a two week or longer extra session.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Mann
New York
Conry
New Hampshire
Sulloway
Congress
Clark
Nineteen Dead and Three Missing After New Castle Tornado
National guard patrols New Castle Indiana after a Sunday tornado. Nineteen dead, three missing, and about two dozen seriously hurt. Relief funds launched, food shortages rise as aid arrives. several named victims listed and funerals planned. No looting reported, martial law maintained, militia to relieve guardsmen.
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New Castle
Indiana
Ind
Maretta
Citizens’ Committee
Charles W. Fairbanks
Federal Referee Stricken In Local Club
A federal referee in bankruptcy for the district, A. Wen ry, suffered heart disease at his club Monday. He was rushed to a hospital where his condition was stated as critical.
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Peorta
E. A. Wenry
Removal of Two Raiders Stirs Philadelphia Officials
Corpral request to remove the German raider crews from the League Island Navy Yard was made to Secretary Deaiels Mondo by Philadelphia Mayor Smith. Officials report no formal smuggling charges yet, but rumors claim explosives were secretly loaded aboard the ships.
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Washington
Marc
Corpral
Fron
League Island Navy
Comets
Pons Eitel Priedrich
Navy Yard
Department
Philadelphia
Labor federation offers services in potential war effort
Organized forces of the American Federation of Labor vote unanimously to offer its services to U S war preparedness. Delegates from national and international unions pledge labor's support to defend the republic if war comes and call for worker rights to be protected in wartime and peace. The statement stresses representation in defense policy and a peaceful, just war policy, with warning that modern war involves industrial and societal fronts.
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Uniions
Amerian Federatehn of
UGG
Americaig
Trade Unions of
America
Republic of the United States of America
Holy Name
American Federation of Labor
Samuel Gompers
Adoption Berg
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