Germany Denies Attacking U S in War Talk
Berlin reports German chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg declares no intent to attack the United States, defending unrestricted submarine warfare as defense. He says Germany would bear responsibility if the US declares war, pledging to overcome any conflict without meddling in Russia. He criticizes British blockade and seeks peace through restraint.
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Europe
Britain to Reprisals Over Sinking of Hospital Ship
London reports an official statement condemns the torpedoing of the hospital ship Asturias. It rejects the German claim of using hospital ships for troops and munitions, recalling warnings of immediate reprisals and urging civilization to judge Germany’s infamy.
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Warships off U.S. warn of U boats
Reports from Norfolk claim German submarines are in the Atlantic and allied warships patrol the area with new speed cruisers. British circles fear German subs will prey on ships if war is declared, while a Montauk Point sighting rumor is debunked as two motorboats returning from a trial. Navy and Army pilots aided searches for days, highlighting hydroaeroplane needs for scouting.
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Nine Hurt In Blast At Bridgeport Brass Plant
Bridgeport Conn March 2 Nine men were injured five mortally and one missing after an explosion in the forging and experimental shop of the Bridgeport Brass Company on Housatonic Avenue. Officials refuse details citing war orders and secrecy. One slightly hurt worker is kept in private hospital room due to his home condition.
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Sunk in mid Atlantic ten die in life craft
London reports the British steamship Alnwick Castle torpedoed March 19 in the Atlantic, ten dead and several missing. Survivors in five lifeboats were rescued, with one landing on the Spanish coast. A separate New Orleans note cites the Portuguese ship Argo torpedoed with nine American crewmen aboard, six from New Orleans. Additional reports describe the Neath incident and alleged U boat capture. Two Americans aboard Neath identified: Clarence Bloom and Peter Webster.
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Eggless Easter Planned by Chicago Women
Chicago March 29 The Woman's Association of Commerce plans an Easter without eggs to curb rising prices. Thirty thousand cases of fresh eggs sit in freight cars to hold up costs as President Florence King urges a boycott, attributing food price increases to clubwomen’s activities.
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World egg laying record set by Lady Walnut hen
In Lexington Kentucky on March 29 a world record was set in the international consecutive egg laying contest as Lady Walnut No 707 laid her third consecutive egg in three days. The hen is owned by Dr. R Treland of Lewisville Kentucky, surpassing the prior record of two eggs in consecutive days.
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New British Bill Gives Women Votes
London reports Premier Lloyd George told a deputation of women suffragists that a forthcoming electoral reform bill will include the speaker's conference recommendations for woman suffrage. He warned the reform would set vote limits at women aged 30 or 35, urging patience for general consent, while predicting eventual full parity with men.
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House of Commons
U. S. Can End War Early If Congress Displays Unity
London reports a strong belief that the United States now has its best chance to force an early peace by backing the allies with money and manpower. European leaders expect a solid American front when Congress convenes and warn that any delay or division could allow Germany to gain a diplomatic victory or prolong the war.
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House split in light independents clash over plans
The article outlines factional battles among Democrats and Republicans over House organization ahead of Monday's session. Senator Gallivan from Massachusetts opposes the old-chairman seniority system while pledging support for Speaker Clark. Lenroot's floor leadership prospects remain unsettled as Mann's coalition plan draws counter proposals from Towner Gardner and Martin.
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Girl Routs Bank Robbers in Nebraska Town
Miss Edna Rayhill a Rule telephones operator fired into the air to scare a band of bank robbers who entered the Bank of Rule after cutting city wires. She saw the robbers arrive by automobile and flee after her rapid shots. The band secured nothing.
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Goethals Accepts New Job as State Engineer
Trenton March 29 Maj Gen George W Goethals has accepted the post of State engineer of New Jersey His appointment will be confirmed at the senate session tomorrow This ends rumors of him joining President Wilsons cabinet or heading Panama fortifications New Jersey plans a $15000000 highway system to be built under his supervision
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Americans urged to leave Germany warning via Spain
Rome report says Germany asked to send Americans home and that American Ambassador Page was instructed to request transmission of the warning to Berlin through the Spanish ambassador. London sources quote the Evening Star that Americans were told to depart before April 2.
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Index to Today's Issue 7axe i Hollweg Denies Attack
Front page index items list multiple world and domestic stories. Highlights include Hollweg denial of attack, mid ocean liner sunk, British stand on new line, president and cabinet center, Red Cross bandages poison, 20 000 Turks routed, New Taxes for Russia, Wilson power to raise army, pension era in Germany, Berlin money exchange stops, plans for Confederate camp, grand jury milk inquiry and more.
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British Hold At Front As Germans Reorganize On Hindenburg Line
March 29 dispatch reports western front stalemate near the Hindenburg line as British outposts clash with German rearguards. Germans use heavy artillery from back positions, fortify retreat lines, and spread fear with entanglements and traps. A German agent was found with bacteriological culture to undermine cavalry horses, while Croisilles sees hot defense as both sides prepare for the next major move.
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Cuban Rebels Routed at Songo in Major Government Victory
Santiago dispatch reports government troops routing rebels at Songo, 128 miles from Santiago, after hours of combat. About 800 government soldiers attacked roughly 500 rebels. rebel losses were light, with Lieut. Wilfredo Diaz dead and six wounded. Maj. Fausto Moenocal aided preventing rebel reinforcements, while Col Betancourt pursued. Guantanamo now held by government, with American marines expected to depart Sando. No marines remain in Sando.
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President and Cabinet Confer for Last Time on War Address
The article reports President Wilson convening his cabinet for the final time before drafting his Congress address. It notes Berlin’s stance unchanged, debates over war entry, and calls for decisive action. It highlights Zimmermann plots and Germany’s menace as central concerns guiding U.S. safety plans.
Cunard Liner Orduna Arrives in Atlantic Port
New York March 29 The Cunard Liner Orduna will arrive at an Atlantic port tomorrow morning after weather delays and a Halifax stop for admiralty orders. The vessel, carrying about 130 passengers, had been overdue since last Tuesday.
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Swedish Cabinet to be Formed by Gustafsson Swaretz
London dispatch says King Gustave of Sweden asked Carl Johan Gustaf Swaretz, former finance minister from 1906 to 1911, to form a new cabinet after Hammarskjold resigned. The Copenhagen telegram notes the assignment was reported today.
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