Railroad Strike Ordered to Avert Wide Tie-Up
New York March 15 presented as a progressive strike by 400000 railroad brotherhoods to begin 6 o clock Saturday on Eastern roads and spread within five days. Managers rejected compromise and President Wilson intervention seen as only fix. Freight workers first to walk out on New York Central Nickel Plate B&O and Chicago St Louis yards with passenger trains possibly stopping Wednesday.
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Villa forces strike Magistral killing two Americans
An American mining man from Magistral, Durango, reported that Villa forces captured the town 15 days ago and fatally wounded two Americans, Lou Zeigler and C. A. Winn, with several Mexican workers injured. Winn has a sister in New York. Zeigler had long Mexican ties. The German-owned company employed them. no mine property losses were noted. Villa also captured Parral and moved toward Chihuahua City as Carranza forces retreated. In Mexico City, Obregon’s resignation as war minister is withheld, Carranza seeks civil normalcy, and congratulatory messages flow from Ambassador Fletcher to Carranza. Captain McCoy visited Obregon with good wishes from General Scott.
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Progressive strike to spread to all railroads in five days
The strike program named Progressive orders a nationwide rail stoppage within five days. It starts at 6 p m central time tomorrow on New York Central Nickel Plate Baltimore and Ohio and the Chicago and St Louis terminals. Sunday actions target Southern Norfolk and Western Virginian Chesapeake and Ohio and Northwestern roads. Escalation planned with 12 hour intervals. Passenger crews to strike Wednesday. Intervention by President Wilson is the only hope to avert. A general freight embargo is likely with partial embargoes already in effect on many lines.
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MAY BAR ARMED U S SHIPS
Copenhagen reports U S is negotiating to allow armed American merchantmen entry to neutral European ports. Danish officials have not replied. Sweden and Norway likely consent. Holland may extend a similar rule to American vessels.
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Gerard reports U-Boat war threats anger Germany
James W. Gerard former Berlin ambassador reported to President Wilson that Germany would not curb submarine warfare and that the crisis would not shift US policy toward peace. He urged harsh measures, thanked by the President, and planned a New York reception while remaining envoy as signs of possible future moves emerged.
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Parliament Asked For Large Credit
Geonden March 15. Andrew Bonar Law, chancellor of the exchequer, introduced in the house of commons a supplementary vote of credit for 320,000,000 for the current year. He said total votes for the year rise to 10,050,000,000 and since the war began to 15,960,000,000. He noted the February 12 1,000,000,000 grant fell short. Additional needs include 90,000,000 for Australian wheat and 115,000,000 for advances to Britain’s allies and dominions plus munitions and shipping costs. He stated munitions payments indicate faster deliveries and ships work concluded earlier than expected.
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Germans Threaten to kill American Sailors
Berne March 15 The crews of armed American merchantmen who fire on German submarines before a state of war must expect the fate of Capt. Fryatt warns the Muenchner Neueste Nachrichten in a Bern received copy. The paper says President Wilson bears responsibility if he arms merchantmen, noting Fryatt’s 1916 execution after a German court martial for ramming U-33.
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Carmen Firm in Fight Fever Tie-Ups on Lines
Striking carmen press firm stand as crowds pack two mass meetings at Typographical Temple. Union leaders Edward McMorrow and local officials rally workers while more cars run and schedules edge toward normal. Parade planned Sunday under Central Labor Union with Samuel Gompers to speak. police quell disorders and seven held on $2,000 bonds.
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Ralph Lankford
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Clyde Scott
Michael Burchill
Harry E. Koenig
Nation awards largest ship order for battle cruisers
Navy contracts private builders to produce four battle cruisers and six scout cruisers at a total hull and machinery cost near 112 million dollars. Builders pledge 10 percent net profit and keep 70 percent of navy workforces on construction. Delivery promised in about three years with speed of 35 knots, amid emergency financing and extended government support.
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Marines shoot 2 interned Teutons on Kronprinz Wilhelm
Philadelphia reports two sailors wounded when marines guarding Kronprinz Wilhelm aboard the navy yard vessel opened fire after Germans aboard the deck ignited flash powders. Marines boarded the ship, arrested six unwounded Germans, and handed them to Commander Thierichens.
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Big Railroad Strike Ordered and Traction Strike Firm
A striking labor action is announced with a firm stance on traction workers. the item outlines expectations and potential disruption to rail service across the network. The bulletin signals mounting labor tensions affecting transportation and commerce nationwide.
Cabrera Installed as Guatemala President in Celebrations
Dr Estrada Cabrera was today installed as president amid general rejoicing in Guatemala. A period of peace and progress is predicted. Several governments sent missions to attend the inauguration and wired congratulations as a series of festivals marked the occasion.
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Estrada Cabrera
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Wilson's Hands Tied Over Looming Rail Strike Crisis
President Wilson faced a possible nationwide railroad stoppage as unions planned a walkout. Officials doubted a complete tie up, while a wartime policy bill to seize rails failed in congress. The White House refrained from action, awaiting further developments and possible compromises before next Wednesday.
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China Takes Teuton Ships At Shanghai Wharf
Chinese naval authorities seized five German steamers in the Whangpoo River early Wednesday, names Albenga Detke Rickmera Mai Bah Mei Lee and Sikiang with crews ashore. No incident reported. Also a report from Copenhagen says former Premier Sturmer and Interior Minister Protopopov were killed in Petrograd.
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Czar Abdicates as Revolt Triumphs Across Russia
Petrograd Moscow Kharkov and Kronstadt fortresses held by Duma forces. Emperor abdicates naming Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch as regent. Days of street battles end with popular movement and troops joining. Political prisoners freed and officials accused of aiding Germany jailed. Generals obey Duma orders.
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New Cabinet in Russia Emerges Amid Revolt
Petrograd announces a new national cabinet led by Prince Georg es E Liwoff with Milukoff and Manuiloff among ministers. Abdication of the emperor, a regent named, and widespread mutinies amid palace intrigue and street fighting mark a dramatic shift in Russian politics.
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London Reacts to Russian Shift Toward Democ racy
London reports joyous reaction as Russia aligns with democracies and a czarist ruler resigns under peasant pressure. Observers note the army backs reform, the court's pro-German stance fades, and anti-German, pro-Russian elements gain influence in the empire. The shift is seen as a boon to the Entente in World War I.
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Five French Officers to Instruct U S Military Schools
Paris March 15 Five officers have been designated by French military authorities to go to the United States as instructors in American universities. The move follows a request from the United States seeking expert military education assistance.
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