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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1916

Page

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Democratic nominees endorsed by people

New Orleans results show Colonel Pleasant with a statewide lead of about 29,821 votes over Parker, while Fernand Mouton leads Lieut. Governor. The country returns came in slowly but strong city margins push Pleasant toward a decisive Democratic victory. Parker carries a few wards in New Orleans and some parishes but trails in most districts.

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President Wilson Demands Cessation of German Submarine War

President Wilson calls for immediate halt to German submarine warfare. He asserts new policy measures and urges allied unity to secure maritime security and safety for neutral shipping worldwide.

President Wilson warns Germany over submarine attacks

President Wilson sent a strong note to Germany warning that unless attacks on merchant ships carrying Americans are halted, diplomatic relations will be severed. He told Congress the issue is urgent, and that the United States cannot stay on friendly terms if American lives keep being endangered. The note, delivered in code to ensure delivery to Berlin, is described as an ultimatum though officials say it may not be a formal break.

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Final Irrevocable Notification From President Wilson

President Wilson told congress that the United States will sever diplomatic relations with Germany if its submarine campaign continues. He warned war is likely and urged Germany to abandon the aggressive methods while expressing regret at the needed step and urging sober, united action to defend neutral rights.

Pleasant wins Louisiana governorship by wide margin

New Orleans April 19. Ruffin G. Pleasant Democrat defeated John J. Parker Progressive Republican by about 35 000 votes to become Louisiana governor. Pleasant carried fourteen of seventeen wards in New Orleans with a large city majority.

Piewsant Parker Judge Hutt New Orleans

Quachita Parish Campaign Sees Overwhelming Candidate Lead

In Quachita Parish the race for local office shows Democracy party backing a candidate with an overwhelming lead over opponents. Voter sentiment appears strong for the Democratic contender as results loom.

Pleasant the Winner In Ouachita Parish Governor Race

Ouachita Parish voters backed Democratic nominee Col. Pleasant against Progressive-Republican John M. Parker. Pleasant carried every ward with 1258 votes to 358 for Parker, the result reflecting a turnout slightly below the Democratic primary.

Pleasant wins big in Monroe and district shows strong results

The report details Col Pleasant leading in Monroe with 252 votes across three polling places and a large majority in Wart Monroe ward 5 at 276 to 28 against the Progressive Republican foe. County precincts favor Pleasant despite lower overall turnout. Governor race shows Pleasant with a 924 ward majority. Congressman Wilson predicts a larger Fifth District majority for Pleasant. he plans return to Washington after voting in Harrisonburg.

Perker Monroe Wart Monroe Ward 5 Col. Pleasant Pleasant

Election results for state and parish officers reported

Special to News-Star from Columbia Louisiana on April 19 notes the election for state and parish officers was held yesterday with results and local impact to be reported in following editions.

News-Star Columbia Elate and Parish Yeoveraay Quist

President Wilson Emphatic And Direct Election Returns Detail

President Wilson addressed Congress declaring duty and noting ideal weather as voters turned out in Caldwell Parish. Returns show J. F. McClenehan elected sheriff by over 300. J L Keily defeated by more than two to one. Col R G Pleasant defeated Parker by about 500 for governor. Caldwell Parish supported Democracy. LicClanahan led Parker at Carlumilla.

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Wilson Prepares For Final Action

President Wilson will address Congress in the House chamber at 1 PM in a joint session to outline the submarine crisis and seek support before the session ends. The address is expected to mark the final action on the issue as reported from Washington.

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