22 Mar 1917
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1917
Page
1
Neutral nations including Sweden reportedly suggested mediation through Ira Nelson Morris in Stockholm. Washington officials call the move an insult and say the United States will not discuss the matter with any nation, amid tensions over calls for war and German diplomacy.
International News Service reports rapid Allied gains in the Arras and Aisne regions. French and British forces captured hundreds of towns and villages from Germany, advancing toward the Meuse as German resistance stiffens. London rejoices while field dispatches note large prisoner captures and seized guns.
The German cruiser Moewe cruise honors end of voyage after a long engagement with multiple ships, including eight sunken vessels. Kalger garlands the crews at Bertin navy yard as survivors recount battles and the ship’s daring voyage.
Washington March 22. The national advisory committee and top aeroplane manufacturers met on short notice. About fifty leading firms attended and agreed to rush two thousand airplanes into production. Four thousand trained aviators offered service and enrollment is under way. Glenn Martin Curtiss and Wright plants will suspend current work to focus on warplane construction.
Local talent presents a three act comedy titled At the end of a Rainbow to be staged in Eagle hall on April 24. The ensemble features Bertha Johnson Helen Crowley Jean Crowley Irene Young Ina Lyle Vesta Kelling and others with a mix of male actors. Proseers Harness Shop offers New lain eggs at $1.00 per dozen. Call Black 5 for details.
A prince in the direct line of the Kaiser, Prince Frederick, has gone missing after taking part in the air service. He reportedly piloted his own aircraft on a reconnaissance mission over the Allied lines and has not returned after several months of active service.
Citizens accuse a hidden thief in a frontier town of stealing dogs and starving them. Residents report losses across the community and appeal to officials, media, and neighbors for help tracking the culprit. The chaotic scene echoes historic frontier days as a suspect remains at large.
Tonight's program presents the Lilac Splash where Rufus Willing ford shines with J and Lolita Robertson, a clever comedy pairing. The act closes with The Four that Burns, featuring Miss Honrietta Crossman in a refined production. Office and residence of J F McAltreighter and Bathe, Red 157.
International News Service reports Gen Obregon, former Mexican minister, threatening revolt and potential insurrection if conditions escalate. He is backed by supporters including West Point graduate ties and family connections to Porfirio Diaz era diplomats. The situation prompts U.S. officials to prepare for possible wider conflict if Obregon’s forces unite with Villa and advance.
Washington eyes a special war session as Congress moves to convene in April. Officials anticipate urgent measures to respond to German submarine activity and potential crises, with lawmakers riding to Washington as fast as possible to be ready for any quick action.
Just a cool million from Julius Owly, Sears Roebuck official, fuels a relief fund for war sufferers. The Nome event on Saturday March 23 features local acts, vaudeville numbers, Minnesotan performers, and reserved seats at 75 cents and 1 dollar.
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