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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1915
Page
1
State Department releases notes in response to American protest over submarine policy. Allies insist they act within belligerent rights and seek to relieve neutral shipping from unprecedented burdens. Communications emphasize special consideration for neutral commerce while sustaining wartime aims.
Copenhagen dispatch reports Denmark Norway and Sweden protest Allied reprisals on German commerce. The United States releases notes on submarine warfare and a long range blockade, with Grey noting changes and limits to blockade beyond European waters.
In Seattle, Imperial Consul Wilhelm Muller and his secretary RK M mse were arrested on charges of conspiracy to obtain business secrets from John Murdock of the Seattle Construction Actors firm. They allegedly offered cash to procure information linked to submarines allegedly bound for England. A clerk confessed to related wrongdoing, and the case stems from a report tying the settle corporation to submarine shipments.
London and Petrograd both express optimism as British French and Belgian forces push along a long front. Russian moves press Austrians in Bukovina and along the San. Turkish attacks near Archiva repelled. Kitchener urges more war material and recruitment while casualties rise.
Page references show Britain outlining a blockade and rising military tensions as ships are sunk and consuls held. Reports mention German, British, and Italian positions, submarine danger, and reactions to Wilson’s policies. The issue lists sections on politics, finance, and social news, including a marriage notice and a teacher’s story.
Reports from Washington and Mexico City describe Bishop Henry Aves claiming Carranza forces threatened British and American diplomats in Guadalajara while arms were seized from the British consulate. Aves notes priests shot, a young woman found hanged, and threats to diplomats amid ongoing civil turmoil and military actions in the capital.
A well dressed American in London sought a renewed passport sent to Washington weeks earlier. He had shaved off his facial whiskers, which remained in the passport photo, prompting confusion as officials asked why whiskers were removed. He explained he shaves once a year and forgot passport rules.
London reports a German cruiser Karlsruhe was torn in two by a sudden explosion amid a night of calm seas. The ship split, one half sank with crew, the other remained afloat long enough for 16 to 28 men to be rescued by a steamer and reach a German port. Survivors were sworn to secrecy.
London reports March 17 that during March 10 to 14, British battles at Neuve Chapelle and St Eloi produced 112 officers killed or died of wounds and 193 wounded or missing. Total likely near 26 thousand German casualties. one Canadian officer killed and three Canadian officers wounded.
Peking reports that Russia and Britain pressed Japan to withdraw excess Chinese demands, with the United States also protesting. Washington and London say some Japanese terms violate China US treaties. American and British observers expect Japan to modify proposals amid strong allied protests.
The North Sea assault on the British steamer Blonde is described with one crew death. Five bombs were aimed at the ship but fell within 20 feet of the stern, and the last explosion occurred off the bow. The attackers circled at low altitude, making the crew visible to the men in the plane. Other news covers U.S. diplomacy over China Japan tensions and allied responses.
Marquis of Crewe addressing a volunteer training corps delegation warned that a hostile landing in England remains possible though less likely than earlier. He cautioned the form and devices of warfare could evolve with Germany’s desperation, urging readiness and possible use of volunteers for home defense.
General von Bernhardi analyses the Monroe Doctrine in his forthcoming Sunday Post essay. The piece, praised for vigor and military insight, links cause and consequence of the European war and promises a historic, masterly discussion.
Overseas News Agency reports the American bark Pass of Balmaha wrecked off a North Frisian Island after sailing from New York January 28 for Bremen with a cotton cargo. Of 28 crew, seven saved by Galveston coast patrol lifeguards. number of deaths remains unconfirmed.
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