War in the air and land reports from March fronts
An official army statement details February air activity behind front lines with German losses claimed as none while Anglo French planes suffered 13 shot down and two German warplanes damaged. March 8 French aviators attacked Verdun Briennes and Champagne, with several German aircraft reported downed. Six French planes raided central Belgium railway lines causing extensive damage.
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King George Bans Fruit Imports in Proclamation
In London the privy council disclosed a proclamation by King George prohibiting the importation of preserved fruits. Across the front in Europe fighting rages with French forces repulsed at Corbeaux woods and German gains on the Meuse and Woevre plains. British ships report sinkings by mines with Coquette torpedo boat lost and Lisbon notes Portuguese regiments called to colors.
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U S May Settle War As Factor In World Politics
London reports America grows into a world power shaping European policy. The Nation says US strength will sway reconstruction and peace efforts while remaining cautious about immediate involvement. Berlin wires note Greek patriarch in Jerusalem denies Christian maltreatment and cites Turkish protection for clergy and churches.
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President Permits Use of Name in Massachusetts Primary
Boston reports President Wilson authorized the use of his name in the Massachusetts presidential primaries on April 26. He said he would not seek the Democratic nomination but consented to allow any candidate to use his name to encourage Massachusetts delegates to St. Louis in June.
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Will Support Roosevelt Despite The Disavowal of His Candidacy
A Massachusetts delegation weighs Roosevelt support despite his disavowal. A Trinidad-born observer reported no personal endorsement and signaled uncertainty, awaiting a majority view before naming a nominee and confirming stance on Roosevelt.
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Fairbanks Edges Wilson in Indiana Primary by 17282 Votes
Indianapolis, Ind. March 16. Preliminary returns show Charles W. Fairbanks leading Woodrow Wilson for the presidential nomination. Fairbanks totals 176,129 votes to Wilson’s 158,847 in Indiana, with unofficial counts pending full tabulation.
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Campaign to land Justice Hughes as Republican nominee
Victor Rosewater and Nebraska Republicans plan to push Hughes’s name on the ballot by mobilizing 74 Republican newspapers. The effort begins after primary filings close, even though Hughes has not allowed his name on the ballot. The network hopes to extend this plan nationally if successful.
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Portrait Copy Planned of Lord Fairfax Oil Portrait
Fairfax Harrison of Belvoir Fauquier County will obtain a copy of Sir Samuel Reynolds portrait of Sir Thomas Fairfax sixth lord Fairfax. The work will be done by Mrs. E F Andrews for $150000 valuation placed on the original by Corcoran director. The painting was gifted to Alexandria-Washington Lodge in 1812 by Ferdinando Fairfax, a lodge member and lord Fairfax descendant. The image will hang at Belvoir.
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British Gain in Africa Occupy Taveta and Selaita
London March 10 Lieut Gen Smuts reports occupation of Taveta and Selaita in German East Africa after pushing from Chalas. German surrender of a machine gun crew reported. Taveta now held by British forces. Simultaneous bombardment plans on Salaita post as operations continue on the northern frontier.
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Dutch Stocks Seized as British War Measures Take Securities
Amsterdam reports bankers estimate 10.0 to 12.0 million dollars in American securities and coupons seized from the Noordam and Rotterdam bound for outward voyages since mid January. Dutch investors claim Holland's neutral status harmed, with $1.5 billion in American rail and industrial holdings affected. British war trade officials defend parcel seizures as wartime measures, citing post and parcel controls against German ore and goods.
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Pledge Support to Wilson Over Villa Bandits
Telegrams from across the country flooded the White House praising President Wilson for his determination to terminate the Villa bandits and offering volunteer support if needed. The message stream reflected broad national backing for aggressive action and continued leadership.
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American nurses lead new hospital for Persian wounded near Tehran
Teheran reports that Dra Mc Clintick and Dickey of the American Hospital join Russian forces to run a field hospital near Teheran for wounded in operations near Hamadan. They are assisted by American nurses Miss Lac Hold en and Boukoupp. A rapid Baltimore service is noted.
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ADD TO BERLIN LOAN German concerns make big subscriptions for war
Subscriptions to the fourth German war loan were announced by the Overseas Agency. Harlin Savings Bank reported 10,006,000. Mendelasohn & Co. 4,000,000. the Aschen Society for the Fostering of Industry 4,600,000. the Rhine Westphalian coal syndicate 6,008,000.
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Roosevelt Not Runner-Up For Minnesota Delegates
Minnesota Republicans show Theodore Roosevelt not a top choice for national convention delegates in June. A Volk Zeitung poll from St. Paul indicates Roosevelt ranks well behind other candidates among party voters in Minnesota.
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Fist Fights Mark Georgia Republican Meeting in Macon
In Macon Georgia fist fights at a Republican State central committee meeting led police to quell disorder Two factions led by W H Johnson and H S Jackson announced separate state conventions to choose delegates to the national convention The clashes prompted police and firemen and resulted in several arrests with readers noting a presidential primary scheduled for Tuesday.
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Ambassador Naon Returns From South American Visit
Argentine Ambassador to the United States Dr Romulo G. Naon arrived in New York aboard the steamship Veatris after completing a South American trip. He is scheduled to confer with U S officials on bilateral matters and to resume his post.
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