Extra Session Crisis Divides Leaders as Wilson Delays
Democratic and Republican leaders clash over pushing an extra session and financing measures as President Wilson reiterates delay till return from France. Progress noted on other legislation including suffrage efforts and water power, with House and Senate moving on appropriations and the wheat guaranties bill.
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Hungary Detains Former Premier Amid Counterrevolution Claims
Budapest reports that Dr. Alexander Wekerle former Hungarian premier and finance minister is under arrest amid counterrevolutionary propaganda charges. Advices from the capital note that his liberty is constrained by advancing age and frailty.
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Budapest
Alexander Wekerle
Hungary
Food Administration Hindered by Italy Mobilizes Jugoslavs
In a report from Paria on February 27, tensions rise between Italy and Jugoslavia over rail and relief movements. Jugoslavs deny general mobilization though youth conscription begins, while Italians press troops on Dalmatian coast and arrest female Jugoslav teachers. Food authorities cite railway obstructions from Trieste hindering relief stores, prompting strong diplomatic protests and possible League of Nations penalties.
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Ex-Kaiser Broke Asks For Money
An Associated Press report notes former German emperor William II sought a share of his private fortune from the government while living in the Netherlands. Investigators found he could claim 75 million marks but the government granted only 800,600 quarks to cover debts and immediate needs.
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Herr Hohensollern
Holland
Noted Men in Budapest Held for Counter Revolt
Basig Feb 28 Seventeen persons detained for counter revolt. Names include General Alexander von Sgurmay former minister of national defense and Joseph Szyvereny former minister of sangre, along with Herr Meth and Herr Séraich, former members of the Hutiwarian cabinet.
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Budapest
Renew Suffrage Fight In Senate Involves Compromise
Senate committee chair Jones announced renewed effort to adopt a resolution authorizing submission of a federal woman suffrage amendment. The measure, designed to mollify Southern objections, grants states enforcement power while allowing Congress to enact necessary federal enforcement if conflicts arise. President Wilson reportedly hopes for passage before adjournment.
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American Plane Sets New Air Speed and Climb Records
An American built and designed aircraft achieved a new speed record of 163 2 3 miles per hour and a climb of 10 004 feet in 4 minutes 52 seconds as recorded by the War Department after tests at Ithaca New York. The diminutive single seat biplane uses a 30 horsepower Hinano-Silta engine, weighs 3059 pounds full loaded and has a 6 2 foot wingspan.
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War Department
Ithaca
Turmoil Spreads Across Central Germany and Berlin
Widespread political strikes engulf Saxony Thuringia and Anhalt halting railways and gas in Leipzig and Halle. Munich reports disorder as troops occupy Hamborn and German government strengthens with military measures to restore order amid rising Bolshevik influence and worker protests.
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Peasant Revolt and Russian Defense Preparations Abroad
The report from Petrograd cites widespread peasant uprisings in Novgorod, Pskov, Tver, and Volgoda, sparked by mobilization and rural policies. Bolshevik forces bombardments, urban defense plans, and loanding measures accompany efforts to defend Petrograd as bridges are mined and naval units reorganized.
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John Fraser Dies in Daytona Florida
John Fraser died in Daytona Florida at age 66 after traveling to the resort area. The report notes his family, with W A Fraser and others present, as authorities record the circumstances of his death and accompanying relatives.
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League Debate Sparks Demands for Amendments in Senate
Republican leaders led by Lodge Lenroot and Frelinghuysen urged major revisions to the peace league charter, warning the Monroe Doctrine could disappear and sovereignty be jeopardized. Hitchcock defended self defense and urged careful redrafting as Knox and Hardwick prepare further debate.
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Foes Wiped Off Sea Lose Forts and Docks
In a wartime dispatch the article discusses terms for a preliminary peace with Germany and allied plans for disarmament. It details submarine and ship losses, destruction of docks, fortifications, and the Kiel Canal, with France seeking safeguards against naval surges and control of German assets.
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Crowder to Help Cuba Change Law
Maj. Gen. Crowder will travel to Cuba to advise on revising election laws with Cuba’s President and Congress. Secretary Baker announced President Wilson’s approval as Crowder’s absence leaves 11 senior officers to assume duties if needed. Brig. Gen. Samuel T. Ansell is Crowder’s immediate assistant and has acted as judge advocate general in his absence. Crowder, with the occupation forces, helped draft Cuba’s election law and later supervised the first president’s election.
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French Want Debts Pooled After Budget Debate
The French budget committee in Paris favors pooling Allied war debts to cover urgent payments. It rejects a new tank loan, supports an interallied loan, and urges rapid claims against the central powers for indemnities to balance a budget pegged at 18,090,006,000 francs while calling for careful tax study.
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Brance
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Dutch Army to Resist Annexation Says War Minister
The Dutch minister of war told the second chamber that the army must be ready to oppose any move to annex Dutch territory. He warned that current disarmament would be dangerous and stressed preparedness as a defense against potential annexation attempts.
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