Two Measures Signed and Bills Pushed in Legislature
Helena notes from February 2 report Rasmussen urging focus on major state issues as the governor signed only two bills and the speaker five. The herd bill restricting livestock near towns spurred lively debate, with votes on passage and shifts to committee of the whole as tax probes loom and lawmakers prepare for more measures heading to the governor.
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Pennite action and safe conduct in transoceanic travel
In today's Standard TS the Pennite action is noted before Monday with emphasis on safe conduct for any American passenger ship. The report hints at stalled legislative proceedings and mentions forgotten dinner guests, taxi driver issues, and a broad roundup including Anaconda news, police activity, trader nervousness, a war summary, a fatal collision, and community updates from Roy, mining, markets, and church services across the state.
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St Louis American Line Ship Nearing Danger Zone
Philadelphia voyage news reports that the American steamship St Louis faces sailing delays as its engine trouble prompts government guidance. Secretary Lansing’s instructions awaited while passengers numbered 280 with 16 cancellations. The American line, under the mail act of 1891, weighs official direction amid crisis.
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German allow any American passenger ship safe conduct
Washington notes Count von Bernstorff authorized by Germany to arrange safe passage for any American passenger ship through a transatlantic lane to Falmouth. One American Line ship already permitted. aims to gain control of the cross Atlantic passenger trade. Embassy reports potential shifts in shipping and cautious diplomacy as tensions with the United States linger.
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Explosion Rips Chicago Tenement. At Least Ten Dead
A gas explosion in a Chicago west side tenement killed ten people and injured twenty one with twenty four missing. More than one hundred residents were in the building when the blast buried under debris and ice. Fire officials forecast days needed to assess remaining victims as moaning was heard beneath wreckage.
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The Lady From Montana Official Designation
The lady from Montana is the official descriptor for Miss Jeanette Rankin who will join the next House of Representatives. Speaker Champ Clark said on the floor she will be addressed as the lady from Montana, while newspapers should refer to her as Representative Rankin.
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United States weighs response as submarine threat grows
Washington reports a cabinet unanimity that a decisive act against Germany may come. President Wilson met senators and pressed for open expressio n of views on breaking off ties, issuing passports, or delaying action until Germany acts. The mood favored firm steps to defend American rights amid rising submarine violence.
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Bryan Says We Mustn't Fight at War Debate
William J. Bryan spoke at a peace mass meeting in Madison Square Garden urging the nation to stay out of war. A resolution pledged support for the president’s peace policies and a referendum on war. He warned against joining a conflict with any nation and emphasized guarding the welfare of 100 million people and priceless ideals. The event followed talks with lawmakers and discussions of Congress actions to enable a presidential address, amid mixed signals from neutrals and Germany. President Wilson sought advice from senators, with a unanimous Senate pledged to support his chosen course.
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Sinking of Euphrates Believed First Victim of New Policy
London February 2 The Euphrates a Belgian relief ship torpedoed by a central powers submarine is reported as the probable first victim of their new policy. The steamer carried relief supplies from the United States and faced peril while homeward in ballast. Crew size ranged 25 to 30, none American.
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Mobilization of Civil Population in France Planned
Paris February 2 governments study mobilizing the entire civilian population of France ages 16 to 60 for national defense. The plan covers both sexes and is under review by relevant ministries.
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Sunday Standard full of wartime gossip and leisure fare
The Sunday Standard invites readers to enjoy a rest filled morning with light notes on war plans, politics, cinema, clubs, sports, mining, markets, and courts. It promises lively reportage on Kaiser plans, Wilson actions, legislative moves, and everyday society topics in a breezy, optimistic tone.
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