War Declaration Hits United States Germany Clash
A historic vote in Washington adopts a state of war with Germany to secure freedom of the seas and peace. The House approves the resolution by a wide margin after hours of debate led by Democratic Leader Kitchin. Major figures cited include Speaker and lawmakers such as Rankin of Montana and Heflin of Alabama amid party tensions and calls for national unity.
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Kitehin
Government Seizes German Steamers in U S Ports
Following the war declaration the government orders seizure of all German ships in American ports. Five vessels at Boston are seized and crews dispossessed. three more at Baltimore were seized as U S marshals and national guardsmen took control. Names include Amerika Cincinnati Kittekind Koln Ockenfels Rhein Neckar Bulgaria. Warren to retire from Senate. Senator Warren announces he will not seek re election in 1919. Cudahy Packing opens new plant in Salt Lake City employing about 300 workers and processing 320 cattle and 3,000 hogs weekly.
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Prepared for War With the Germans
Officials say the United States has mobilized vast resources under the flag to meet German aggression. The navy has modernized rapidly with 87 000 sailors, coast patrols, and new ships while Army plans and National Guard units are ready for rapid expansion beyond 700 000 if Congress authorizes. Margaret Wilson donates 1000 to the Red Cross from her spring concert proceeds.
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Red Cross
FARMERS TURN TO MINING IN PREWAR COAL BOOM
In Clarkburg area farmers convert ground and ox teams to coal mining as prices rise. Surface veins and shallow digs enable individuals to work small mines or with kin, transporting coal by wagon to rail for good returns. A few pursue toluang and informal mining practices amid growing demand.
War Train to Train Two Million More Soldiers
The plan aims to have two million additional troops trained within two years to support the flag’s aims. Secretary Baker states measures will move to committees after war resolution. Major General Scott will explain military reasons behind the expansion and training targets.
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War funding request details massive U S plan
A April plea to Congress outlines immediate three billion dollar needs for war. It calls raising navy strength to 160000 and Marine Corps to 20000, plus 292.5 million for other naval expenditures. It also mentions bonds backed by whisky and beer taxes and a Federal Reserve role in absorbing up to two billion. Secretary McAdev says funding will be found but does not specify methods.
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Unclear fragment cites Ramon P. De Negri and Cambridge hints
Fragmentary text references Ramon P. De Negri and Cambridge Massachusetts. It mentions bare male lege and Harvard winddeats, with scattered phrases about the United Kingdom and 2,225,000 people. The passage is garbled and yields no coherent event or outcome.
Government to Buy War Supplies At Fixed Government Price
Washington reports the government will issue wartime supply orders under new appropriation rules. An unknown manufacturer faces a price set by the government with potential plant take over if the terms are not accepted. Officials say fair profits will be limited to about ten percent for sellers in the United States.
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China May Declare War In War Politics Shift
China shows keen interest in U S war policy with Dr Koo visiting Secretary Lansing to seek information. China, sole nation to follow Wilson’s call to sever ties with Germany, weighs moving toward wartime declaration with aims of military gains and postwar influence at the peace table.
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No Change in Attitude Berlin Declares War Not Likely
Berlin reports that Germany will not declare war on the United States and will maintain its submarine war as before. The government says no change in policy toward American citizens in Germany and expects reciprocal treatment of Germans in the United States.
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Italan Te
Chileans Praise United States and War Stance
The Diario Ulur wulo praises U S democracy defense and argues American war effort won’t hurt commerce or productive power. In West Virginia a train robber was sentenced to 25 years for stealing 100000 in unsigned currency from an express train near Central Station. Boise Idaho reports a mass patriotism demonstration with thousands marching in support of the president against Germany.
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British Freighter Bank Rescue Sparks New York Reward
A March 14 report from New York notes a British freighter with German cargo tied to Creight disappeared, prompting New York agents to offer a reward on behalf of the owners, the Wilson Sivameblo Une.
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Tom Will Start for America to Discuss War Cooperation
The notice states Tom will depart for America at once to discuss cooperative work in the war effort. It emphasizes urgent consultation and joint action with American allies.
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Nevada News Highlights Reel from Nye and Washoe Counties
Fragmented 1917 Nevada items report a Nye county jury case over a death, a Goldfield derby plan between Mechamp and Dempsey, a doomed hotel fund in Death, and Wilson Baker clemency news. Fallon cottonwood growth, new Mina Harris post, and Fallon versus police liquor import cases appear amid broader regional notes.
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