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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1915
Page
5
Congress adjourns after enacting several measures including a western livestock bill. Wilson signs seamen’s bill and bills for neutrality, canal work, and agriculture. Prominent leaders depart. adjournment marks end of a turbulent session with many appropriations unresolved.
Highlights of the Sixty-Thind congress show passed acts creating tariff and tax reforms, the federal reserve act, anti trust measures, Panama toll exemption repeal, Alaska pay road funding, cotton exchange regulation, war tax, war risk insurance, and ship transfers to American regiments. Failures include government ships for a merchant marine, immigration with an asylum test, conservation water power plans, Philippine self government, interstate railroad securities, rural credit bills, and major constitutional amendments on prohibition and woman suffrage.
Washington reports congress refused the War Department request for funds to cover a grand Panama canal opening trip. Plans included travel for President Wilson, Roosevelt, Taft, congress members, diplomats, foreign officials, a banquet, entertainments on the isthmus, a gold medal ceremony, and special invitations.
Washington reports Secretary Daniels lauded the naval appropriation bill as the most liberal measure for naval expansion. The Sixty third Congress allocated 56,109,526 dollars for new ships, over 30 million more than the prior session, with five hundred Haughte an entire division included in the plan.
In Washington on March 4 the Senate passed a resolution calling for broader presidential authority during wartime to safeguard neutrality. The measure, approved unanimously, moves to the House and then to President Wilson for signature to prevent infringements on American neutrality amid European hostilities.
A House resolution opposing the proposed rural mail service reform was adopted amid opposition warnings that the plan would not improve service or save money. Representative Thomas Kentucky led the push against reorganization, arguing it would hinder efficiency and raise costs.
The rural credit plan was eliminated at the last moment after months of debate. Officials and lawmakers indicated opposition and confusion over the plan, leaving its fate unsettled as March progressed.
A rebellion spreads through Cyrenaica as Tripoli’s authority cracks. Reinforcements reach Captain Wolling but native troops desert, and Libyan unrest draws Malian forces inland toward the coast. Fortifications rise as control loosens and political talks stall awaiting the next session.
Washington D C March 4 the government ship purchase bill was withdrawn in the Senate by Senator Fletcher who said he would not again seek its consideration as opponents appeared able to defeat it by prolonged debate.
President Wilson signed the army appropriation bill hefty at about 149.75 million dollars, includes Ellen Wilson memorial project for a model block housing the poor. Also a joint resolution for removing Coenties reef in East River New York, plus many minor bills. Senate passed civil war dam bill about 2 million with Crawford amendment limiting court of claims findings on future war claims.
Washington March 4 The conference report on the general deficiency bill carrying about 4 000 000 was approved by the Senate in a 326 to 28 vote.
Washington reports the United States will insist on the right to obtain dyestuffs from Germany if Britain continues restrictions. London sources say Premier Asquith will decide on trade measures with Germany, with Commons debates and orders in council to follow. American public opinion weighs on the issue as the crisis in neutral shipping persists.
Paris reports praise for the American calm and businesslike stance as France and Britain discuss naval reprisals against Germany. French editors note U.S. trade of about 500 million dollars annually and warn sea routes disruption would cost Germany little in comparison to war costs. Professor Rieber in Figaro cites Britain’s blockade as precedent, suggesting allies could win with effective economic measures.
Fragmentary report notes beaver activity delaying Ablantle Liner schedules. Text lacks clear details on dates, places, or responsible authorities, but indicates ships were unsettled and travel slowed by the noted issue. Further context needed for precise names and timing.
A prohibition amendment in Sault Lake precinct received a 10 to 7 vote. Men opposed the measure while others supported it, reflecting a contentious local stance on prohibition and its enforcement.
The Allies and American manufacturers have built a wartime boom with contracts worth hundreds of millions. Exports to January reached a record $265 million fueling bank clearings and farm income. Steel mills operate at high capacity while rail and wire orders surge, and credits flow through brokered international finance under flexible terms.
New York police commissioner Woods says multiple bomb plots are being investigated alongside the Frank Abarno and Charlone Carbone case. Abarno admits guilt for the plan but claims intent was unclear. Amadeo Ignani, linked to the Rquestot, may expose further plots as authorities pursue other suspects.
Washington reports that prosecutors dropped charges against Judge Dayton of West after a lengthy inquiry. The decision came amid controversy over conduct and possible bias in the case. The inquiry faced opposition from parts of the committee and discussions on judicial integrity.
In a noisy gym tonight, Philadelphia area athletes competed in a junior track event. A standout performance by a young runner from Uhbkeago led to a solid showing, while other competitors faced stiff times in the sprint and relay races.
Legislation praising President Wilson and his European war policy was tabled in the senate by a 29 to 105 vote. Senator Clarkson proposed a five member peace commission with Wilson as chairman and Taft along with Roosevelt as members, while Wilson accepted a non commendatory role for the president.
Washington March 6 Presidents of the express companies will confer with the Interstate Commerce Commission to seek a modification of current rates. The commission may allow an explanation of present rites but is not required to testify. State committee members and others may attend, with a final decision pending after the conference.
Washington reports that the United States will not join a war to protect commerce yet warns of heavy U S losses amid British and French measures. Officials caution Neutrality remains fragile as talks consider embargoes and responses echo Napoleonic era tensions between Britain and France.
A government chief architect asserts he can restore Reims Cathedral, saying the structure has long suffered from neglect and damage. The statement outlines intent to recover architectural details and halt further deterioration, though specifics remain unclear.
A bizarre court ruling upholds a liquor law amid odd wording and garbled text. The fragmentary page mentions names Jackson Mima Mareh and MayeMott-Lowke and hints at an absurd legal debate. Overall the readable bits affirm the law while revealing the OCR’s incoherent background.
Sir Edward Grey declined to publish the complete exchange between Britain and the United States. He said the American note concerning the German naval war is not yet released and that more correspondence would be published unless the content has already appeared.
Washington March A farm credit plan is inserted into the agricultural appropriation bill after a long fight in the House The proposed system would create district banks to deal in mortgages held by farm organizations Government supervision and possible stockholding would apply The treasury secretary would issue government bonds to back a potential $50 million takeover of the land bank assets The amendment passed in committee of the whole by 107 to 0 vote.
San Francisco on March 2 reports the Vanderbilt automobile race at the Panna Pacific exposition began at 12:30 p m. spectators expect completion around 4 20 p m as weather cooperates with the event.
The report notes Germany withholds clear figures on grain shipments to Switzerland amid wartime disruption. It explains Switzerland relies on imports via Genoa and an Italian post, while congestion and reduced shipments worsen the grain supply.
Fragmented text recounts threats to cut exports of sisal fiber from Prague Mexico and notes pressure on the gate department. No clear dates or fully coherent facts emerge, but the piece references export controls and potential penalties.
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