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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1915
Page
1
A sharply labeled public demand presses for the relentless pursuit of submarine policy. The message calls for unwavering German stance and strategic emphasis on naval commitments amid ongoing security debates.
The war report notes Russia pulling back from East Prussia while Britain conducts an air raid on the Belgian coast. Fighting intensifies in the Vosges and Argonne, with diplomatic moves dominated by US notes to Germany and Britain. Berlin hails the East Prussia retreat. Russians claim fortifications in place. German officials acknowledge English raid caused civilian damage but limited military impact. Carpathian fronts show seesaw fighting.
Berlin Feb 15 Associated Press reports Count Von Revention naval critic says the proposed British naval war zone is announced to claim safety for shipping cannot be guaranteed. He observes that expressions from across the water to Germany imply a different view from America.
People think they can control the German government by pressure and threats, fooling themselves into believing they can bend policy. The remark reflects skepticism about self-styled activists attempting to dictate official actions.
Shipping men believe the British ships Oriole and Trader were sunk by a German submarine off Havre during a February 13 incident.
London reports Emperor William and Field Marshal von Hindenburg held a conference on the eastern front and decided to renew the Warsaw offensive next week. The dispatch says the Emperor seeks to take Warsaw before the Reichstag meets to urge a new war loan without opposition.
London reports the Wilhelmina cargo probably will not pass through the prize court but be sold to the American commission for Belgian relief. England seized the cargo as it was destined for Germany.
A high profile wedding took place at Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago with Dorothy Linn daughter of William R Linn marrying Cyrus McCormick son of Cyrus Hall McCormick president of International Harvester Co. Linn known as premiere danseuse at benefit performances.
The government will hold a tea tasting session at the Treasury Department on Monday to evaluate varieties imported into the United States. The official tea party list includes John J. MacNamara Brooklyn H G Woodworth Boston Frederick Hellyer Chicago Co BE Wyman St Paul E R Rogers Tacoma Charles B Platt San Francisco and George F Mitchell Charleston S C.
In Hazlehurst Mississippi W B Haley cashier of the Bank of Hazlehurst was struck by a southbound Illinois Central train while crossing tracks. He refused a large settlement from the railroad claiming the accident was his fault and escaped with his life. Officials note he is the only living man to decline such money.
Retailers profit from goods that move and rely on ads in home papers to gauge customer demand. They push products that customers want and adjust stocking to match shopper wishes, not museums of unsold goods.
A government move marked an important step to improve the country's standing in global commerce. Officials outlined strategic measures to boost trade, expand markets, and attract investment, signaling a renewed push for economic growth and competitiveness.
The Federal Reserve Board approves regulations to rediscount bankers acceptances tied to imports and exports. Banks may buy on a dollar basis and obtain rediscounts via Reserve Banks with a preference for member banks. The move aims to make the dollar a medium of international exchange and to expand the acceptances market beyond London.
The text urges voters to question mayor and council candidates about gambling positions and enforcement of ordinances. It stresses informed choices for those opposed to gambling and hints at broader policy framing by Federal Reserve banks considering local and regional needs.
Tomorrow in Atlanta the revival led by J. Wilbur Chapman and Charles M. Alexander begins in a new tabernacle seating 6,000. The four week event features a 2,000 voice choir and captures civic religious momentum in Georgia.
Lawmakers pursue a compromise over the ship purchase measure as allied parties seek a revised proposal to pass in the House. Budget figures and committee reviews shape the stalled effort.
Five suspects George J. Ryan George Tier John Copeland Henry Winn and Frank O Leary were arrested on indictments charging the murder of anti Catholic lecturer William Black in Marshall Texas. Bonds were set varying from 2 000 to 10 000 dollars as the grand jury adjourned without new indictments. Clarence K Hall remained unindicted amid court comments about the tragedy and the shooting. Copeland was recovering from gunshot wounds.
The article notes that US naval auxiliaries will be employed where possible and that the Weeks measure mirrors Senate caucus agreements. It states limitations on ship purchases to preserve neutrality and reports President Wilson's approval for ships acquired under the bill to be controlled by the secretary of the navy two years after the European war ends, discussed with House Naval Affairs Committee chair Padgett and Representative Web.
Montgomery Alabama February 15 The State of Alabama obtained a temporary injunction preventing the Montgomery Advertiser from publishing liquor advertisements in a case testing the anti whiskey advertising law.
Salt Lake City February 12 After a prolonged debate the State Senate approved the Wooten statewide prohibition measure by 14 to 3 with one absent. The bill is expected to pass the House. The proposed law would take effect June 1 1916.
Washington February 13 Mississippi A. and M. scored 858 in the intercollegiate shooting contest against Lehigh. The high total reflects strong performances by Mississippi shooters as Lehigh trails with a lower score.
New Orleans reports the legislative investigation commission recommends summarily removing Alic J. Burke from the New Basin canal and shell road superintendency. Charges by James D. Rankin and other canal employees are summarized with a unanimous vote and five signers. The probe cites coerced 3 percent salary gifts for a buried fung as a key improper act.
Agricultural Commissioner H. M. Cottrell urges cotton growers in Arkansas Louisiana Oklahoma and Texas to plant Spanish peanuts on ten acres or more arguing they yield 40 bushels per acre and sell for about 30 per acre with lower harvesting costs. He cites trials showing peanut hay and vines fed to mules beef cattle fattening milk yields and hogs returning 22 to 50 per acre on cheap cutover land, recommending use of acid phosphate and silage for beef and dairy production.
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