Germans Launch Mightiest Artillery Offensive of War
A. P. Alsace dispatch from Paris reports the German barrage against Verdun as the mightiest artillery offensive yet seen, with thousands of guns firing along a fifty mile front. The bombardment shakes Paris suburbs one hundred thirty miles away as the French and Germans exchange shots, signaling a possible decisive phase in the Verdun siege.
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A. P. A. Service
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Meuse
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Peporiag
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Storming of Fort Vaux Claims Vast German Losses
Paris reports from Verdun say German forces suffered immense casualties at Fort Vaux on Friday and Saturday. French officers describe repeated mass assaults against French guns and trenches, with thousands reportedly killed or buried beneath churned earth and wreckage.
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Paris
Fort Vaux
Verdun
Note of Acceptance Forwarded to Carranza in Mexico
Washington reports the State Department forwarded a note to General Carranza at Queretaro accepting terms of his ultimatum on reciprocal action against Villa and followers. Secretary Lansing promised that military actions would be limited to the stated objective and would not infringe Mexican sovereignty or imply intervention. No border troop movements have reached Washington, though forces may enter Texas before news is released.
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State Department
Carranza
Queretaro
Villa
Lansing
United States
Mexico
Scrupu
Republic
Portugal Armings for Fray
Madrid dispatch reports Lisbon mobilizing troops and gathering supplies as public sentiment shifts toward war. Indications point to Portugal joining the conflict despite government silence and ongoing mobilization across military bases.
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A. P. A. Service
Madrid
Lisbon
Republic
Fire destroys Monterey Presidio barracks
Monterey March 13 The Monterey Presidio was totally destroyed by fire early this morn ing after being invaded by the First Cavalry troops who had departed the Mexican border. The fire was discovered soon after their six hour absence, and lack of help caused the entire barracks to burn.
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Montere Y Presidio A. P. A. Service
Monterey
Monterey Presidio
First Cavalry
Troops Move Toward Border Amid El Paso Camp Build Up
El Paso is transformed into a large military camp as troops from across the country converge near the border. Reports say about fifteen thousand troops are along the frontier with detachments arriving, while General Pershing plans a cross border advance, with the main audience expected tomorrow.
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Washington waiting for border crossing
Reports from the border indicate preparations are complete for the movement of American troops across the border and Washington awaits news of the pursuit of Villa as questions arise for Chairman Cotton Richardson of the Alaska road commission regarding Mexico.
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Hidden Battery Discovered Near Nogales
Evidence of Mexican preparations for an attack on Nogales Arizona surfaced with the discovery of concealed artillery on hills around Nogales across the border. US army officers uncovered armed guns intended to threaten American troops and later mounted them on the American side of the line.
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Douglas
Larch
Nogales
Arizona
American Nogales
United States Army
Villa
Roosevelt to Return to New York on the 25th
New York reports Colonel Roosevelt currently in the West Indies will sail back to New York on the 25th. The announcement notes his return plans and sets the expected date for his arrival.
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New York
West Indies
Villa Surrounded by Carranza Troops Reported
Advices from General Louis Cuiterrez, commander in chief, say Villa is encircled by a Carranza cordon as he heads south from talena. Cuiterrez notes fifteen thousand Mexican troops around Chilbashia and heavy reinforcements en route from General Santora’s division, leaving Villa with a slim chance to escape.
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P. A. Service
EL Paso
Maren
Villa
Talena
Carranza
Louis Cuiterrez
Chihuulua
Tuiterres
Funston Orders Border Censorship Amid Press Reports
San Antonio March 14 A strict censorship along the border was ordered with General Funston directing General Pershing to take control of all telegraph offices and monitor routes into Columbus New Mexico. Reports claim Funston warned of leaks and said the move aims to prevent American troop movements from being exposed while guarding communications. He indicated further steps could follow if the border situation worsens and noted Brigadier General Geo Velte will assume command at Fort Antone to relieve Pershing.
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Naval Battle Off Durazzo Sinks Austrian Destroyers
Rome dispatch reports from the Adriatic that Austrian torpedo destroyers Likaym Trigby were sunk in an eleven hour battle with Italian torpedo fleet off the port of Durazzo. The fireship of the Italian squadron contributed to the disabling attacks amid heavy fighting.
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Army Increase Prepared At Once In Wartime
WASHINGTON March 14 The house military committee announced plans to prepare for an immediate resolution permitting the president to raise the fighting strength of the standing army to one hundred thousand. Wealthy Democrats support the measure as Republican leaders signal approval while ranking members assure Secretary Taft. The session ahead aims to accelerate actions to press Villa before American forces move.
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