President Wilson affirms rights amid German armed ship plan
President Wilson, after two days of congressional agitation, writes Senator Stone that he cannot abridge American cities rights. He stresses honor and self-respect, seeks to preserve peace at any cost, and hopes explanations of German and Central Powers intentions will ease the crisis. The letter replies to Stone’s summary of Capitol constraints and is shared with House leaders for clarity on the administration’s stance.
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ROW ON GERMAN POLICY
Washington agitation over warning Americans off armed ships grew in congress on February 23 as the foreign relations committee voted to canvass house sentiment on related resolutions. Senate support appeared, but President Wilson reportedly opposed such action, stalling the canvass amid heightened tension and administration concerns about war, diplomacy, and party cohesion.
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Austrians Attack Train In Tacoma Yards
In Tacoma Washington a Great Northern freight train loaded with automobiles and war supplies for Russia was attacked by about a dozen gunmen paid by Austrians. A pitched battle followed after the air hose was cut in five spots and the train torn into four sections. Two attackers were arrested.
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Urge Probe of Exchange Urges Cotton Exchange Investigation
Washington Democrats from cotton growing states held a conference to press congress for an immediate, full inquiry into the New York Cotton Exchange over alleged bear conspiracies to depress cotton prices. They also seek a bill to regulate exchanges and draft a broader regulatory framework for U S cotton markets.
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United States
New York Cotton Exchange
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Help for Flood Sufferers in Louisiana Relief Efforts
In Concordia parish Louisiana relief boats are aiding evacuation along the Black River. White farmers request supplies for crops and cattle as shallow water limits boat access. Ten tons of hay were sent to white farmers. conditions among Black River negroes are dire with risk of starvation without timely relief.
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Astor Awarded Cross in London for Gallantry
Capt. John Jacob Astor of the First Life Guards receives the Chevalier cross of the Legion of Honor for gallantry. He is son of William Waldorf Astor who was created baron of Hever Castle. Capt Astor was wounded in France in October 1915.
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France
Sarrail Meets Greek King in Athens Talks
General Sarrail, commander of French troops in the Balkans, arrived in Athens and had an audience with King Constantine. The king expressed pleasure with the interview and said it marked the first step toward resolving differences.
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Two Are Drowned At Lake Bluff Naval Station
Chicago reports a Setty officer and an apprentice seaman drowned when a heavy sea dashed a boatload of reserves against the Lake Bluff breakwater, near the naval training station.
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Germany Orders Submarines To Sink Armed Merchant Ships
Berlin informed Washington that assurances from the Lusitania and Arabic cases remain binding but apply only to peaceful merchantmen. Armed ships, though, are deemed nonpeac eful and to be sunk without warning. Berlin cites 20 incidents of British ships attacking submarines. Submarine commanders reportedly authorized to act from midnight Feb 29, with word delays possible. Count von Bernstorff declined comment.
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Berlin
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Armed Ship Row Held Up In Diplomatic Dealings With Germany
Congress plans no action that could embarrass Wilson amid submarine controversy with Germany. Leadership indicates both chambers will back the president while debates on armed ships progress. A telegram from former Secretary Bryan signals continued advocacy by hardliners.
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Commission Plans Immediate Mississippi River Attention
Washington reports adoption of a waterways commission plan to be recommended to the president. It calls for immediate focus on the lower Mississippi below Cairo with about 10 million dollars proposed for 1917. The Newlands Broussard plan of 60 million dollars annually will serve as a baseline for the new policy.
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Verdun Battle Rages As German Push Near French Forts
London reports the fifth day of the Verdun battle with German forces about two miles from the outer French defenses. More than 400 German guns shell French redoubts while Joffre reportedly flies to the front to assume command. French losses mount as Berlin claims success north of Beaumont and Matin estimates rival strength, signaling a potential fall of Paris if Verdun breaks.
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British Ship Maloja Sinks Off Dover After Mine Strike
The Peninsula and Oriental Line passenger steamer Maloja, 12 431 tons, struck a mine two miles off Dover on February 27 and sank within a half hour. About 147 people are reported drowned or killed, including 119 passengers and a crew of around 200. The ship left Tilbury for Bombay with mails. many lascars were aboard. Rescue craft rushed to the scene as the Empress of Fort also struck a mine and sank nearby after an explosion.
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Mississippi News Items of Local Deaths and Grants
Heidelberg J A Medlin aged 60 a star route mail carrier died of apoplexy after a storm near here Charley Whitfield a negro at Refuge Cotton Oil Company was seriously injured in mill shafting Biloxi Biloxi s annual reception for Northern Eastern and Western visitors held at Riviera hotel Natchez Adams County forms boys corn clubs and girls canning clubs Magee two houses burned T W Barnett owned by W F Smith Jr and L B Mangum Gulfport visiting Chandeleur Island now requires a customs permit no hunting allowed Natchez Aaron Tyre a four and a half year old may win Carnegie hero medal for saving sister and attempting to rescue brother Grenada large crowd to discuss Jeff Davis Highway route through Mississippi Clarksdale Frank Anderson confesses to murder of banker A H Cage Little Rock confession with Gov Hays to be investigated Natchez Lucien C Gwin found dead with revolver nearby accidental discharge suspected Laurel Mrs Earl Pearson burned securing baby. baby uninjured
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Memphis
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Dan Brewer
Brewer
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Hays
Mississippi
Mississippi common schools get million dollar funding in 1915
State news describes final steps on a 1,732,786 appropriation to Mississippi common schools for 1915. Speaker Connor and Lieut Govern Russell signed the bill, sending it to the governor. The measure unlocks funds held back by delays, with corn club boys reporting strong yields and profits as 4,082 youths participate statewide.
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House
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Senate
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