Great Battle Reported On Left Bank Of Vistula
The dispatches from Petrograd and Berlin indicate a major battle developing on the left bank of the Vistula near Warsaw, with both sides hinting at offensive actions. Reports from Rawa southwest of Warsaw claim 3400 Russians captured by German headquarters, amid uncertain western front gains. London notes no decisive victors yet, while Greece faces a cabinet crisis as Venizelos leads opposition. Transatlantic passenger rates fall due to submarine warfare, prompting fears of a rate war unless travelers accept higher safety costs.
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Dorcas Brazzell Freed of Murder Charge in Dubuque
Dorcas Brazzell of Dubuque was freed at the opening of a second trial after her attorneys won a discharge for insufficent evidence. The case had been twice considered with a recent supreme court reversal and remand for a new trial.
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Portugal in Turmoil as Cabinet Crisis Fears Rise
Portugal faces political instability after the resignation of Finance Minister Galhards amid talk of a national coalition ministry. General Antonio Barreto's Republic of northern Portugal remains in place while ministers swap roles to soothe tensions. Rioting fears grow as authorities brace for possible extraordinary congress sessions and seek to maintain order.
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Werner Horn Re-Arrested Hearings Today
Machias Maine March Wer ner horn the Geran who tried to blow up the international bridge at Vanceboro was taken to Bangor for arraignment before a United States Commissioner on a federal indictment charging violation of interstate transportation of explosives. United States Marshal Johns P Wilson handcuffed Horn to a deputy as he protested and wept. counsel sought a continuance of proceedings at Bangor.
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Western Roads HW Falling Off in Revenue
Western railroads seeking higher freight rates report a $40,000,000 yearly revenue fall due to rate cuts since 1901. Testimony before Interstate Commerce Commissioner Daniels cites receipts per freight ton mile dropping from 8.64 mills in 1901 to 7.27 in 1914 and passenger rates shrinking from 2.16 to 2.05 cents per mile, with an implied need to raise rates on certain commodities.
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Greece Grievous War Dilemma Tied to Venizelos Rift
Rome reports from Athens describe a grave Greek deadlock between King Constantine and advisers over joining the Allies. Some say Venizelos’ cabinet resignations and royal opposition fueled the dispute, others claim Greece will align with the Allies. German influence is blamed for gains at Kavala and Saloniki after the Balkan War.
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Greece on the Verge of War After Venizelos Resigns
Athens reports that premier Venizelos resigning triggered Greece's decision on entering the war with the Allies. He urged King Constantine to form a new cabinet under M. Zaimis who would pursue neutrality, while Venizelos and other premiers warned that his party would oppose any government not aligned with their stance. Turkish threats and German anxiety swirl as a grand council convenes and university students call for immediate action.
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Railroads Claim Higher Freight Rates Would Boost Revenue
The text argues that proposed rate increases would raise annual revenue by $10,000,000, while wage increases since 1901 exceed the gains from the rate hike. Mr. Wettling prepared tables showing the imbalance between wage growth and the proposed rate increases.
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La Touraine Steaming Into Havre After Fire
The French steamer La Touraine, en route from New York to Havre with passengers, is nearing Havre after a fire was brought under control. An escort cruiser reported the latest wireless update at 10 p.m. yesterday, stating all aboard are safe and the ship travels at 64 knots toward the French port.
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Edison Plant Fire Damages Records Vault at Edison Works
East Orange New Jersey March 8 Thomas Edison, at work in his lab, discovered a fire in a plant building and summoned firemen. The blaze destroyed the most valuable photograph records stored in a concrete vault, but most records were saved. Edison helped direct firefighting efforts until overcoats arrived for him. Fire crews from West Orange and East Orange teamed to control the blaze. The burning building was the only one spared from the December conflagration.
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Turkish tolerance cited in Palestine unrest statement
Washington March 8 German Ambassador Count Gernstorff quoted to report that the Turkish government has shown tolerance toward all religions and that Jewish distress in Palestine stemmed from over zealous local authorities. He noted no anti Jewish or anti Zionist feeling in Constantinople since the war began and attributed unrest to local officials.
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Thirteen Hurt as Rock Island Train Leaves the Rails
Thirteen persons were injured, none seriously, when Rock Island train No 38 traveling from Omaha to Fort Worth derailed after leaving the rails in Cuba Nan. snowbank. Train wreck disrupted service but no life-threatening injuries reported.
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US Demands Forwarded to Carranza on Mexico City Crisis
Washington reports indicate a strong but nonbinding note was sent by Consul Silliman to Gen. Carranza demanding improved conditions in Mexico City. The notice signals a policy shift and warns of serious consequences if foreigners’ welfare is ignored, while avoiding an ultimatum or threat of force. Secretary Daniels and Bryan discuss fleet moves as diplomatists watch closely.
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Editor Nelson of Kansas City Star Is Critically Sick
Kansas City March 8. William Rockhill Nelson editor of the Kansas City Star is in critical condition as doctors report he has been unconscious since last Friday. Family members remain at his bedside at home.
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Cummins Talks of Prohibition War and Presidency
Des Moines reports Senator Cummins returning from Washington discusses prohibition as a public issue and his stance on a possible presidential bid. He explains his views on the European and Mexican situations and defends his interview as not an official campaign declaration. He notes the nation’s mixed opinions on ending saloons and the need for action. The senator says he has not decided on entering the race.
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Thaw Faces Conspiracy Trial at Matteawan Hospital
Harry Thaw, notorious slayer of Stanford White, appears in the New York criminal branch to face conspiracy to escape charges from Matteawan State Hospital. Five co defendants, including Roger Thompson and Eugene Duffy, fail to respond to their names as deputies locate them in the courthouse corridors with Thaw. Mrs. Mary Copley Thaw and Mrs. Geo Carnegie accompany Thaw in court. Thaw shows signs of ill health during proceedings.
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Supreme Court invalidates coal and passenger rate laws
The court ruled North Dakota lignite coal rate law confiscatory and unconstitutional as applied to Northern Pacific and Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie railways. It also annulled West Virginia passenger rates as unconstitutional for the Norfolk & Western railway company.
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Politicians of Terre Haute Go on Trial in Federal Case
Indianapolis March 3 Twenty eight Democratic and Progressive politicians of Terre Haute go on trial before Judge A.3 Anderson in a case charging conspiring to corrupt elections last November. Jury formation faced delays with a special venire of 500 men. Among those tried were Don M. Roberts mayor of Terre Haute and 37 others including EM B H Redman Vigo county circuit court judge Dennis Shem Vigo county sheriff and Thomas 0 Smarth city judge.
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Indiana bills trading stamps license through the house
Indianapolis movement to ban trading stamps advances with a 79 to 7 house vote sending the bill to the governor for signature. It would require a 1000 license from merchants in the business, exempting tobacco coupons and individual dealer rebates.
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