05 Mar 1917
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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1917
Page
1
A split Senate defeated the armed ship bill with a large Democratic and Republican crossfire. President Woodrow Wilson faced pressure as lawmakers argued over national defense, with many senators recorded as opposing the measure. The defeat halts the immediate push for arming merchant vessels, signaling continued debate on wartime policy. Leaders from both parties weighed next steps as the chamber adjourned amid uncertainty.
President Wilson declares Congress powerless to arm merchant ships without new authority and urges a special session to revise rules. He names a “small group of wilful men” blocking action, notes 1819 statute hinders current efforts, and cites a White House meeting with McAdoo Burleson House and others as support for urgent changes.
The speech asserts a national crisis justifying immediate presidential and executive action. It argues Congress has failed to act, and stresses the need for strong executive measures to mobilize the economy, defense, and interstate commerce. The text defends broad presidential authority and warns of the dangers of paralysis amid wartime tensions.
Partial OCR narrative outlines an investigation into Governor Perzus with talks of investigation attorneys and potential impeachment actions. It notes opposition leaders and a committee to examine cargo safety and regulatory amendments proposing expanded investigation powers and future appointments.
In a tense party contest held March, long time political figure Ya Precmian faced off against Te Sie Suey in a close race. Sunward observers noted shifting alliances as unnamed challengers pressed for influence, while local officials urged calm and orderly voting.
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