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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1915
Page
1
Admiral Bhencke warns Germany faces starvation unless it defeats England in forthcoming battles. The statement frames the war as a matter of survival and national endurance amid harsh blockade and food shortages.
Berlin explains submarine campaign as necessity to feed German civilians as Britain blocks food. Admiral Bhenecke says Germany will arm merchant ships and avoid harming neutrals, but life of the nation depends on sea warfare to force terms.
Shreveport February 19 The Times reports Judge T F Bell ruled William Young legally in possession of the State examiner of banks office and declared R N Sims appointment by Governor Hall illegal for being made during a Senate recess. Bell said Young's term expired December 28 1914 and the governor cannot name a successor in recess. Appeals and possible legislative action are anticipated as a special session may consider the issue.
The article notes that neutral ships face danger from mines and submarines as Britain and Germany weigh actions. It cites risk to neutral commerce unless Britain observes the Declaration of London or allows food imports under the Paris Treaty. A Panama Pacific Exposition banquet in Washington is announced with Franklin K. Lane presiding and California delegates invited.
Mrs Katie Cann and Miss Estelle Johnston will open a millinery estore in the former George Auto Company building on Second Street after vacating. They have ordered a well assorted stock of the latest millinery goods.
The article notes veils as a key fashion accessory with bordered veils standing away from small hats gaining popularity. It observes shops display a wide veil assortment and advertise in The News-Star columns for day opportunities.
The report states Germany cannot retreat and recommends that United States warships accompany neutral vessels to safeguard maritime traffic amid ongoing tensions.
Berlin reports Germany's reply to the U S note on the new war zone remains friendly yet firm. It proposes United States ships convoy neutral vessels in the zone if they carry no war material and urges recognizably marked convoys to avoid conflicts with German submarines.
A collection of letters from Monroe Louisiana candidates dated February 18, 1915. I Sugar, Chas Garvey, and Will Atkinson declare opposition to gambling and pledge support for enforcing existing laws and approving necessary measures to suppress it.
The document cites factors lowering export trade including shipping shortages, reduced cotton trade, and enemy mine damage to vessels. It argues the downturn in the Americas is not solely due to naval forces. Britain plans retaliation but does not specify steps.
President Wilson has decided not to call an extra session, despite the fate of the shipping bill. The decision confirms no immediate legislative action on the measure.
President Wilson likely will not call an extra session despite the ship purchasing bill's uncertain fate. The amended government ship bill stalled in the Senate after House passage, with Democratic and Progressive GOP opposition. Leaders seek conference changes while Republicans push appropriation bills and a March 4 deadline looms.
Late in the day administration leaders met over the situation amid proposals by Republicans to end the filibuster by sending the bill to conference. No agreement emerged and Democratic leaders tried to keep the Senate in session for the night to push a compromise. Progressive Republicans did not align, and a motion to adjourn passed.
The Herman Frasch steamship sailed from Norfolk to Bremen carrying ten thousand bales of cotton. British consular representatives supervised the loading.
Jonesboro February 17 The second trial of M Gay Carroll charged with embezzlement and false bank entries ended with a not guilty verdict after about two hours deliberation. Witnesses testified to irregularities in the Eros State Bank books and a shortage near four thousand dollars with others implicated and influenced by stronger pressures.
New Orleans February 18 W C Walters accused kidnapper of Bobbie Dunbar Opelousas child is released on bond Judge John B Fisher set 500 with Harry Sellers signing The bond awaits Sheriff Swords approval Walters to Pearl River Mississippi upon release No second trial will be pursued after Supreme Court orders new trial Walters plans ministry and reform efforts
President Wilson and Secretary Bryan discuss the German note in Washington. The brief item notes high level diplomacy and ongoing U.S. policy decisions without graphic detail. It reflects wartime administration briefings on foreign diplomacy affecting current tensions.
Four British ships sunk off the Brazilian coast in January and February were reported by the German steamer Holger which rescued the crews. The event underscores the impact of the war time blockade on travel between England and Holland with the German answer to the British note awaited by officials in Washington.
Germany refuses to change its war zone policy despite US notes while arguing England seeks to cut non combatant food supplies. Submarine blockade aims to halt passenger traffic from England to Holland though the Scandinavian line remains unaffected. Russia prisoners rise to 64 000 in East Prussia as Emperor William informs East Prussia officials of defeat and Turkish Greek tensions ease over a naval attaché insult.
The Hague February 18 The Netherlands government has refused the request for war vessels to undertake convoy duties for merchant ships through the war zone designated by Germany.
The sixteenth annual midwinter meeting of the Chicago Whist Association starts tonight at the Hotel LaSalle. A tournament of top middle west players runs through Monday with rounds in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
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