Gould mine tax measures on third reading in senate
State news from Helena reports continued legislative activity with two more days left in the session. The Gould mine tax measures, amended to 1 percent income, are expected to reach third reading in the Senate, along with related revenue bills. The House approved large appropriations totaling about five million dollars, including roughly 2.8 million for executive and judicial needs and 1.6 million for educational institutions, while debates over university land and additional purchases continued.
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Clear Cut Violation of American Rights in Laconia Sinking
Washington reports the Cunarder Laconia was sunk by a German submarine with no warning. Two American women died, 14 crew and several passengers survived only by luck. Survivors recount torpedo strikes near Fastnet, rescue boats scattered, and subsequent heavy casualties amid rough seas. Officials say Germany committed a grave act and urge congressional response.
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Laconia sinking report from Cork details
American consul Wesley Frost reports to the embassy that the Laconia was torpedoed at 10 30 p m in rough seas while 17 knots. The first torpedo hit the starboard behind the engine room causing engines to stop and the ship to list. Thirteen boats launched as a second torpedo struck the port side and the ship sank about 45 minutes after the first hit. Passengers and crew faced five hours in 12 foot swells with flares lighting boats as a British patrol approached at dawn.
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Butte Auto Show Poised as One of Best of Year
Preston A Berry district manager of Premier praised the upcoming Butte auto show to open next Saturday at the Murray building. He lauded the decorations and high quality cars, predicting a standout exhibition unseen in Montana and a great year for auto trade. The show is organized by local dealers with Automobile Service Co. of Butte, led by Howard Pierce and C A Dudley. Berry, fresh from Seattle, says conditions west of the Mississippi support a booming season surpassing 1916.
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Ilaconia Case Overt Act Dominates Today’s Page
The Standard reports the Ilaconia case features an overt act. German chancellor comments on a break. Congress action delayed amid rumors of a warning to Ambassador Gerard. Legislative activity lanes through the state with events listed. A lively mix includes prize fight bill critique, missionary women celebrations, Little trial, Rotarian convent program, Veterans remember Funston, Miss Sanders receives a present, Prohibition excitement in Congress, school congestion relief, auto show fare cuts, funeral of Howard Andrews, and local horoscopes. Sporting events, mining, markets, finances, and classified ads fill the rest of the page with cartoons, political notes, and local notices.
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Berlin Criticizes Wilson Note Handling In Reichstag Talk
Chancellor Hethmann-Hollweg denounces Reuters report of President Wilson's Feb congress reply. He recalls U.S. break in relations after Jan 31 note, condemns American policy since 1913 to aid Entente, and defends German stance on May 4 1918 assurances amid international law arguments. The speech critiques U.S. attitudes toward Germany, Mexico, and wartime trade.
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Division in sentiment on arms authority debate in Congress
Washington reports division among Republicans over arming merchant ships and granting broad powers to the president amid the Laconia incident and German ruthlessness. Administration delays Congress on action. veterans and pacifists plan protests as committee battles unfold.
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Ambassador warned against Spanish liner
Corunna Spain Feb 27 ex Ambassador Gerard was warned by a high German official in Berlin against sailing for the United States aboard the Spanish liner Infanta Isabel. State department officials were surprised and details of his plans were relayed to Berlin through Madrid. The Spanish transatlantic line remains the main travel route for American diplomats to Europe during wartime.
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