Battle for Dead Man Hill Near Verdun Rages On
Verdun front tightens as both German and French forces claim Dead Man Hill near the Aisne area. Berlin reports heavy assaults with 27 divisions opposing, while Paris says French troops still hold key positions around Vaux Fort and the surrounding woods. Continuous trench clashes and attacks north of the Aisne mark a widening struggle as the battle extends across roughly two miles of front.
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Nore
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Vaux
Cernans
Wruw
Two Americans slain by Mexican bandits near Torreon
Two American citizens were murdered on a ranch west of Torreon Monday night, according to border reports. The victims were killed during an anti-American demonstration in which about 50 Mexicans participated. The bodies were left at the ranch as locals moved north to join Villa forces. Reports also note Valista forces gathering in Tamaulipas and Mexican agents in the United States aiding with arms by water routes.
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Villa
Valista
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Juarez
Americana
International Bridge
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Jysrem
Brazil Seizes German Ships as Tirpitz Resigns
The Washington Post reports a Brazilian seizure of forty four German ships interned in Brazilian ports amid war, amid speculation on Admiral von Tirpitz's resignation. Dispatches note tensions with Germany over coffee debts and Brazil's shipping needs. Reactions from Brazilian officials vary on war risk, while Lloyd Braziliero confirms the action and hints at an agreement with Germany.
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Reichsmarineamt
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London
Liverpool
Acized
Rio de Janeiro
Pernambuco
Brazil
Berlin
Sao Paulo
Senhor ™ Slechta
Manned Volunteers Oppose Call to Colors Amid War Debate
London dispatch notes Lord Beresford warns of forced universal service as married men who attested feel single men should be called first. Government inaction sparks agitation as a new conscription plan is urged to avert chaos. Also reports on Britain’s new order banning luxuries and its impact on American trade and shipping.
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International News Service
London
the Times
Lord Berewford
Great Britain
New York
United States
United
America
Americans Fleeing Mexico In Alarm
Reports from border points show growing uneasiness among United States citizens in northern and western Mexico. Many are moving toward the border or preparing to leave as a precaution. Refugees recount unsettling stories about conditions in Chihuahua Durango and Coahuila while insisting conditions are quiet where they come from.
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Mexico
United States
Interio
Chihuahua
Durango
Coahuila
Germans Open Big Drive on Russians
A Sinteron News Service dispatch from Petrograd reports a major German offensive forming against Russian lines. Generals Kuropathin and Dmitrieff are named in active operations on the northern front with high confidence expressed at the Russian war office. Attacks are reported northwest of Druish as German forces press the front.
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Petrograd
Dvinsk
Kuropathin
Fadho Dmitrieff
Druish
Insurance Rates Soar Over War End Projections
Lloyds amid March inquiries sees prohibitive premiums on total loss policies if peace comes this year. Underwriters quote 20 to 90 per cent for policies ending by June or year end, reflecting belief the war may not extend beyond year’s end and hints of peace talks. Brokers cite Verdun stalemate and Turkey peace overtures as optimism drivers.
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Lloyds
Surance
Verdun
Germany
Turkey
Deniston Denies Promise to Marry in Breach Suit
Henry Deniston, Pittsburgh millionaire recluse, filed his answer to a $500 breach of promise suit by Miss Nettie M Richardson, a distant relative. He denies promising to marry her on July 31 last or at any time, says he would marry within a month of that time or ever, and states her letters annoyed him.
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Pittsburgh
Henry Deniston
Nettie M.richardson
Deniston
Forces Near Casas Grandes Don't Enter Gavira Order
War era items list a border clash near Casas Grandes with Gavira issuing a refusal to advance. Reports mention French actions in hill battles and German moves threatening U S interests. Other notes reference diplomatic tensions, naval threats, and domestic political discussions as crews and leaders respond to ongoing global conflict.
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von Tirpitz
Brazil
Teuton
Tigris
Kall
Mexico
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Society
Diplomat Lynches Embassy Official Over Grudge Claim
Mrs Viola Harriet Scott, a wartime relief worker, says an American embassy official in London used his position to target her amid a long standing feud. She plans to go to Washington to inform the State Department and denies deportation accusations, citing documents and letters from British offices. Accompanying her is Percival Smith, said to have been deported, whose motherly interest she asserts.
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Washington Post
London
Viola Harriet Scott
Washington
State Department
Scott
Wellington
Washinngton
Lord Fisher
Austria
Russia orders 250 American U boats
New York March 17 a contract with the Russian government for 250 submarines was concluded. The deal values the order around 70 million dollars with 260 45 foot boats at 200 thousand each and 50 larger subs at 400 thousand each. The Submarine Boat Corporation will receive about 5.25 million as a royalty on total costs, guaranteed financing arranged with National City Bank, and construction to occur in Russian yards under Electric Boat Company license.
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U. S
New York
Submarine Boat Corporation
National City Bank
Electric Boat Company
U S Forces Near Casas Grandes Barred Entry by Gavira
American troops will reach Casas Grandes at midnight, Gen Gabriel Gavira announced from Juarez. He says Col. Dodd’s forces entered Mexico, and American troops may arrive soon but must not occupy the city. Gavira asserts instructions bar occupation or marching through streets.
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Casas Grandes
Gavira
el Paso
Tex
Gabriel Gavira
Juarez
Casas Grandes 18
George A Dodd
Mexico
States
Saia Ne
Refugio 5
Davila
ICC to publish rail embargo data to ease eastern congestion
The Interstate Commerce Commission served notice ordering all US railroads to file copies of routes regulations and embargo notices to aid carriers and relieve freight congestion at eastern terminals amid car shortages in the West. The commission will study carrier responses before deciding further steps. no authority over embargoes without proven unjust discrimination.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
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Roada
Comtaipaion
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