Wilson warns Germany may trigger war if acts against seas men occur
President Wilson told the joint session that the United States would seek Congress authority to protect American seamen and civilians if Germany conducts another overt act at sea. He recapped the Sussex crisis, Germany's broken assurances, and urged neutral nations to support defense of rights and peace.
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Washington
Germany
Wilson
Congress
Senate
House
Sussex
United States
Submissionists fall short by six votes in Texas vote
In Austin on February 3 Associated Press reports the submissionists failed to reach a two thirds majority, ending at 89 to 47 for the final passage after a day of speeches. Only Dunnam and Canales shifted votes. other key members were absent or ill. The session may end without renewed submission.
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Austin
Texas
Dunnam
Coryell County
Canales
Brownsville
Terrell
Monday
Strayhorn
Representative Law
Representative Bagby
A and M basketball gains strength in state race
Aggies near the state championship after beating Baylor and facing Rice with two away games. Lieutenant Morris coaches the fast developing team featuring Settegast, Gilfillan, Griesenbeck, Burkett, Thornton, Starnes Barnes and Litterst.
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Aggies
Baylor Bears
Rice
Houston
Owls
Longhorns
University
Texas
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West Point
Settegast
Gilfillan
Griesenbeck
Burkett
Thornton
Starnes Barnes
Litterst
Morris
Lodge in Session 52 Years Marks Lost Lincoln Night
Hirath Masonic Lodge No. 30 of Raleigh recalls the April 17 1865 meeting begun by John Nichols and halted mid ceremony when news of Lincoln's assassination reached town. Soldiers from Sherman’s forces occupied Raleigh as the ninth Maine provost officer advised dispersal to avoid crowds.
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Raleigh
N. C
Lincoln
John Nichols
Congress
Grand Lodge of
North Carolina
KilPatrick
Sherman
Hiram Lodge
W. C. Whitten
Ninth Maine Regiment
Nichols
Automobile Register Entry for Rosa Woodyard Oakland Texas
An automobile registration notice lists Rosa Woodyard of Oakland six Bryan Texas. The entry records vehicle ownership details in the local register.
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Automobile Register
Rosa Woodyard
Oakland Six
Break in Diplomatic Relations With Germany Reported
President and cabinet announce break off relations with Germany over prize-ship raids. Spain to handle U S diplomatic interests. Germany to be represented by Swiss legation. Navy restricts yards, coast guard, and customs ordered for port safety. Congress warned of potential war.
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Gerard
Germany
Austria-Hungary
Austria
United States
South Atlantic
Kitchen
Mann
House
Congress
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Treasury Department
Coast Guard Service
National Capitol
Spain
Dewey
Manila
Sheppard
Texas
Reed
Missouri
Legation
Thomas
Treasury
Weather Bulletin Forecasts Severe Continental Storms
Forecast discusses a major winter storm across the continent from Feb 3 to 13 with warm cold and storm waves, noting severe blizzards in the north and heavy precipitation in the northeast. It explains planetary positions influence storms, gives timing for subsequent warm and cold waves, and advises on frost dates and planting guidance for crop planning.
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Washington, D. C
Continent
Vancouver
Pacific
Rockies
Plains Section
Meridian 80
Great Lakes
Ohio Valleys
Eastern
Newfoundland
Meridian 90
St. Louis
Crest
Felt Like 90 Now Like 21 Kidney Pills Ad
A. W. Morgan of Angela Louisiana writes of back pains and weak kidneys. He says he is 43 but felt like a 90 before taking Foley Kidney Pills. He claims renewed vitality, like when he was 21. Available in 50c and $1.00 sizes from M. H. James.
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A. W. Morgan
Angela
Foley
M. H. James
Tax Collector 1916 Report Details State and County Totals
Tax rolls for 1916 show state revenue and various subcategories totaling 24 425 74. County ad valorem and road bond figures run to 64 115 72 with supplemental, insolvent, and redemption entries. Occupation and levee taxes add 75 and 4484 96 respectively.
Swedish Iron Ore Deposits Estimated at 1.3 Billion Tons
Experts have estimated Sweden's iron ore deposits at about 1.3 billion tons. The assessment cites substantial mineral reserves and potential mining impact on regional industry.
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Sweden
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Flood
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