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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1916
Page
9
Washington March 7 The House tabled the McLemore resolution 276 to 143 to warn Americans off armed merchant ships of European belligerents. The vote reflects a contentious struggle over neutrality policy and foreign war risks. The outcome leaves U S policy on armed merchant shipping unresolved as lawmakers debate safe conduct and trade protections.
President Wilson secured a strong congressional show of support for his submarine negotiations with Germany as the House voted decisively against a belligerent warning on European ships. The session featured sharp exchanges and a final tabling of the Melemore resolution, signaling White House confidence in forthcoming terms.
Reports from the Thirteenth United States Cavalry say Villa is back at a point 15 miles west of Palomas, with a heavy American patrol maintaining a heavy presence. Details describe a capture near the McKiel ranch foreman noted for a cattle incident and possible retaliatory action.
Washington March 7 government leaders close to the final step in tabling the McLemore resolution blaming the president for policy toward armed merchantmen. Speaker Clark predicts a large vote to table as debate continues on Wilson and Lansing submarine negotiations.
A religious dispute led to a fatal quarrel in Matagordo last night. A man and his wife died within minutes after a confrontation in which another man attempted to shoot his son in law. the revolver failed to discharge. The deceased were identified locally as residents of Chicago and the surrounding area.
Paris dispatch reports German and Austrian forces withdraw from the Balkans to the western front. Kaiser's troops move to Belgium and northern France leaving Turkey vulnerable, while Bulgaria's risky stance is noted amid the looming conflict with Greece Romania and Serbia.
New York report states John G. Lyman pleads not guilty to an indictment accusing him of a stock fraud scheme through malls under John H. Putnam & Co. He was held on a $100,000 bond last week and reserves right to change his plea.
Four men drowned and several injured when a roof covering a hot water vat collapsed during a religious meeting in Connellsville Pennsylvania. The structure was crowded as attendees stood on the roof to hear an evangelist at a church near the railroad yards.
In Utah on March 7, rancher J Turner Brow killed Clyde Bailey in Thompson, killing Mrs Turner Brow and two small children in the home. A six year old child was badly wounded as the scene unfolded. The mother left a note denying intimacy with Bailey and saying she would rather the children die than live with stigma.
Five youths, the oldest 17, confessed to police they formed a gang that terrorized Chicago in the past month. James Gu and another member spoke with officers, admitting their group’s criminal spree and intent.
Rome reports a London delayed dispatch stating twenty five German warships were seen cruising the North Sea. The attack is seen as Kaiser Wilhelm II’s plan for a decisive naval battle and possible distraction to lure the British fleet into open waters. Rumors link Prince Henry to a rapid German dash.
The article outlines the Little Mothers League as a key national effort to conserve infants. It notes New York City Chicago Kansas City Cleveland Milwaukee schools forming leagues where girl caretakers educate and aid babies, with Dr Josephine Baker citing early 20th century data on impact and infant mortality reduction.
Fire after several blasts at the Niagara Electro Chemical plant late tonight killed at least one worker. The blaze caused extensive property loss and left the facility substantially ruined.
In Minneapolis two thousand male students discuss faculty salaries and a college girl’s marriage, weighing whether a teacher should earn $1200 or $500 yearly. The dialogue cites economics and the role of women in academia.
In the Commons Winston Churchill warns Berlin could raid England at any moment as German dreadnoughts stay potent. Sir John Fisher’s recall to service is urged to fix Admiralty weakness amid navy estimates showing vast manpower and tonnage growth. The Moewe raider reportedly reached a German port after eluding patrols.
German troops press along the Meuse toward Verdun after capturing Forges and advancing near Reyneville. Paris reports widespread bombardment and reports of British forces aiding the French, with Australian siege troops fighting at Verdun as the front lines shift westward.
Violence erupts as members of five tong factions fight in San Francisco. One Chinese man Gee Wong is killed and seven wounded in a gun battle. Hop Sing Tong members vow revenge as gunfire damages several quarters.
A naval hydroaeroplane was hurled from its anchor in Mole harbor during Mardi Gras week and demolished. Lieutenant BO Mebonnel of the naval aviation corps sustained injuries in the incident.
In Chicago on March 7 a lecture by Dr Joseph Slattery, a titanium metal worker, triggered a clash as students hurled objects and 35 police officers struggled to restore order near the lecture venue after the talk on chemistry and side topics.
Confused dispatches claim the Mexican city of Oaxaca was destroyed and evacuated by its garrison. Reports state forces recaptured yesterday but details remain unclear amid chaotic exchanges between Carrauea and local authorities.
In Rutland Vermont Magel Tuas option secured a win amid prohibition discussions. The event involved local figures Thad and Maren, with names and places suggesting a regional political or community decision in play.
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