Federal Grand Jury to Investigate Plot In New York
Documentary evidence links Dr. Chandre Chakraborty and Ernest Jekunna to a plotted plot to foment revolution in India with German support. The grand jury resumes hearings on German plots, reviewing papers tied to Wolf von Igel, Count von Bernstorff, and a letter from Alfred Zimmermann. Investigators note references to omin a nerve medicine and reveal Sekunna bought a 200 tree tract above Fiskill on the Hudson.
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New York
Chandre Chakraborty
Ernest Jekunna
India
Foreign Office
Alfred Zimmermann
Wolf von Igel
Welland Canal
von Igel
Count von Bernstorff
Sekunna
Chakraborty
Germany
Federal District Attorney
Omin
Cuban Rebel Leader Gomez Captured After Major Battle
Havana reports say General Jose Miguel Gomez and his staff were captured after a large battle near Placetas. More than 3,000 rebels fought government troops. 300 prisoners were taken, with over 100 killed. Gomez and aides were imprisoned at the Presidio and Cabanas fortress.
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Havana
Hevia
Jose Miguel Gomez
Quinones
Camaguey
Juan Isquierda
Placetas
Gomez
Presidio
Cabanas
Miguel Mariano
Damazo Pacalodos
Mencias
Matias Duque
Revolutionary Committee
New York City
Ferara
Menocal
House
Senate
Miguel Gomez
Enrique Rocio
House of Representatives
Gonzales
Wilson
Collazo
Jatibonico River
Santa Clara
Tax Payments Spark Small Riot in Chicago Office
In Chicago March 8 police aided bystanders to quell disorder at the city collector's office amid a rush to pay special assessment taxes. A dozen women fainted during the crowding and pressure.
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Chicago
Iil
Free Pyramid Pile Treatment Trial Coupon Offer
A promotional notice offers a free trial package of Pyramid Pile Treatment mailed in a plain wrapper. It promises relief and asserts a single box often cures, available by sending the coupon.
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Villi
Pyramid Drug Company
Marshall, Mich
Tableau Vivant and Vaudeville Benefit at Grand Opera House
Everything is ready for tableaux vivant and Society Vaudeville at the Grand Opera House Thursday evening for Red Cross aid. A dress rehearsal at 10 am was a success and the curtain rises at 8 30 pm. Fort Sam Houston Red Cross women handled decorations and program planning with San Antonio Red Cross chapter aiding under the San Antonio chapter entertainment committee.
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Grand Opera House
American Red Cross Society
Red Cross
Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio
The
American Red Cross
Dardanelles Fiasco Blamed on Churchill
Commission criticizes war council for not fully investigating the Gallipoli plan and accuses Lord Kitchener of overreaching. Report says a joint naval and military approach was ignored for a naval attack, risking prestige and lives.
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Dardanelles
Churchill
Martha Overton Dickinson Dies in Nashville
Martha Overton Dickinson wife of former Secretary of War J M Dickinson died in Nashville Tennessee at her sister Mrs W G Ewing home on Wednesday.
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Martha Overton Dickinson
Nashville
Tenn
J. M. Dickinson
W. G. Ewing
Railway Board Reassigns Deaf Employee After Train Crash
In a board meeting the case of old Tom Jones, a longtime worker made deaf by a train accident, is discussed. A director suggests locating him a new job while the chairman proposes moving the complaint department assignment.
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Harden
Old Tom Jones
Tom
Broken New Year promises prompt sharp self-critique
A speaker reflects on failed resolutions and regrets the past choices. The brief lament stresses personal accountability and desire for guidance and improvement in the coming year.
YWCA Fund Reaches 317070 India Days Appeal Lead
Mrs. I L Hillyer led Team No 3 in the Young Women's Christian Association drive reporting the day’s largest subscriptions. Thursday’s total surpassed 1000 dollars, with a six day campaign tally of 17873 dollars and a remaining goal of 70000 dollars. Leaders urged wider daily effort and saw strong support for Travelers' Aid and girl-focused work.
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I. L. Hillyer
Young Woman’s Christian Association
A. B. Weakley
Mabel K. Stafford
National Board of the Southwestern District
Travelers’ Aid Department
Young Women's Christian Association
Warrant Clash Over Governor Mansion Expenses
An investigation reveals a clash between the comptroller and a clerk over warrants for future delivery items at the Governor's Mansion. The comptroller said warrants cannot cover expenses not incurred yet, while a clerk issued one that was later canceled after the state treasurer refused to cash it. The matter centers on a $2000 fund designated for fuel and incidentals for 1916 17, with questions about whether such warrants could be drawn against remaining appropriations.
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Hanger
Crane
Hranger
Terrell
Colquitt
Supreme Court
Hangar
Bledsoe
W. A. Achillies
Achilles
Hp. Gover Rakemn
Comptroller’s Department
Comptroller
Democrats Angry Over Wilsons Merit Order
Washington March 8 Democratic members of Congress voiced anger over the administrations plan to extend the merit system to all postmasters of first through third classes after April 1 by executive order. They warned the move could install many Republicans and seek Republican backing for upcoming administration measures in an uncertain House.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Stomach Indigestion Brought on by Acidity and Fermentation
The article explains that most stomach troubles come from fermentation and excess acid. It recommends a teaspoon of Bisulated Magnesia in water after meals or when symptoms appear to stop fermentation, neutralize acid, and soothe the stomach safely and cheaply.
Army to Pay for Fort Sam Houston Land Purchase
Capt M R Hilgard overseeing the government purchase of 26 blocks adjacent to Fort Sam Houston for a general supply depot payment starts Friday. Owners with approved titles will receive funds and further payments follow as remaining titles arrive. Abstracts of title go to the Washington attorney general for review before disbursal. total outlay is several hundred thousand dollars.
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M. R. Hilgard
Army
Fort Sam Houston
Washington
Forecasting His Vocation Dialogue
A quirky exchange from the Boston Transcript features Binks and a genial philosopher. They discuss childhood instincts and whether early traits reveal future paths. The conversation jokes about a five year old barber in town known for scrapes and disagreeable behavior.
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Binks
Cummins Denies Involvement In Filibuster
Senator Cummins denies conspiring to defeat the armed neutrality bill. He states that any claim of a conspiracy by any senator or outsider is false and adds he did not sign the Senate manifesto. The remarks were delivered in Washington on March 8.
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Cummins
Bill
Washington, D. C
Senate
Humble Lift Ends With Humorous Twist
A driver named Mr. Jones offers a lift to a large Irish woman carrying a heavy bundle. He drives for miles before asking her destination. She smiles and replies that she is headed to the next house, revealing the ride was a kind gesture with no real destination.
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Ciansier
Mr. Jones
Higutomobile
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