Naval preparedness drives new war policy debate
Washington March 1 The drive for national preparedness moves to a new phase in Congress with bills to extend the peacetime study and reorganize armed forces. Admiral Knight urged full use of national policy pillars Monroe Doctrine Asiatic exclusion and Panama canal control while warning that without robust prep the nation faces a war threat from Germany. He outlined a two and a half year timeline to build a fleet capable of challenging the German navy and the need to add battle cruisers. The House and Senate move toward final action with joint committees to reconcile bills.
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Navy Plans and Haiti Mission Stir War Readiness
Major General Barnett and Admiral Knight push rapid expansion of the marine corps with 156 officers 52 warrant officers and 2379 men to readiness for war. Burnett and Secretary Daniel urge Congress to allow marine officers to serve in Haiti’s constabulary under the treaty. House members lobby for federalization of the national guard, signaling a proposed constitutional amendment to expand state to federal power.
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Negro Hall Moose Leader Calls Petersburg Convention
Richmond March 1 James R Pollard colored attorney leader of the Tall Moose party in Richmond and chairman of the state executive committee issued a call for a state wide meeting and convention in Petersburg March 29 to elect delegates to the nations convention Pollard predicted Roosevelt would be nominated by Republicans and that the convention would ratify it
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Pursuit by Submarine Chases French Steamer in Mediterranean
The French steamer Doc DY Aumale reached Marseilles after a dramatic chase across the Mediterranean by a submarine. The vessel eluded its pursuer after a long flight and continued to this port.
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Webb Led Ticket For Legislature
In the second primary held Tuesday to decide legislature, assessor, and city marshal contests, Webb led the ticket. W F Pipes and T T Webb beat I L Haas for representative. Joe Hanna defeated W H Hill for assessor. Hugh Biggar led over M B HL for marshal in three city precincts.
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Col Pleasant Is Satisfied Message Received By Barret
Col Pleasant expresses satisfaction with communications received by Barret indicating approval of the matter in question. The brief note confirms no further action needed at this time.
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Pleinard Rally Draws Big Crowd as Parker's Fate Questioned
Monroe hall could only hold half the Pleasant Rally crowd as Col. R. G. Pleasant, Democratic candidate for governor, spoke after a Ruston stop and a Shreveport visit. North Louisiana voters heard that Parker’s support may fall below Harriet’s, with Progressives urged as the true label and calls to amend primary laws to bar anti‑Parker advocacy.
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Aswell述 Roosevelt stance fuels racial tensions in Rapides
The speech contrasts Wilson and Roosevelt on peace and war, urging preparedness and a 2,000,000 man levy at great cost. Aswell’s remarks on negro politics provoke angry reactions among white racists in North Louisiana. In Ruston he accused Parker of siding with negroes in Chicago. In Rapides, Mayor Whittington estimates Parker support at 500 votes.
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Rally turnout clash over hall capacity in Ouachita
Times-Picayune correspondent in Ruston reports on a Democratic rally in Monroe where the City Hall hall was overfilled and hundreds were turned away. Estimates show about 600 hearers inside and similar numbers outside, with Parker campaign delegates also present from nearby parishes.
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President Wilson Urges Action on Armed Merchantmen
President Wilson met with Congress leaders in Washington to press prompt action on warnings to Americans about armed merchantmen. A vote on warning resolutions is planned, but form remains undetermined and Republicans may oppose. The House committee will draft a resolution while political maneuvering continues.
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Loot of Mail Thieves In Baltimore Registered Pouch
Loot from Baltimore mail pouch en route to New York Saturday morning valued at 125000 to 175000 in securities and a 1900 jewelry packet were taken. Postal inspector’s office reports most registered parcels insured by underwriting companies.
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Wilson halts German talks amid congressional dissension
President Wilson announces he cannot pursue German negotiations while discord in Congress weakens his position. He asks Representative Poul to open floor debate for full discussion and a vote. He then invites Senator Stone, Representative Flood, and Senator Kern for White House talks to urge rapid action on pending resolutions.
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Flood Control Committee Opens Hearings in Washington
Washington March 1 The House committee on Flood Control began its hearings John Bryan of Ohio proposed a plan to prevent floods by a shallow graduated diversion canal of masonry linking bends to allow straight flow during floods The canal intake would align with the river surface.
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Flood Victims Suffer as Miss River Meeting Debates Relief
Associated Press report from New Orleans notes the Mississippi River Commission meeting with local committees to address the flood crisis. Cold rain worsens conditions around St Joseph with refugees at Hardtimes landing in distress, provisions nearly exhausted, and plans underway to move refugees and livestock from Jonesville as the river rises in Tensas and Clayton areas.
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German Verdun Offensive Halts. Submarine Campaign Opens
German assault on Verdun ends near the inner French line with a lull along the front. Paris says Verdun situation satisfactory. Germany announces a new submarine campaign targeting armed merchantmen. British steamer Thornal reportedly sunk. crew fatalities unconfirmed.
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Germany submarine assurances fall short, US wary
Washington reports that Germany's latest submarine warfare assurances given to Secretary Lansing are not as broad as the United States desires. The administration will delay further steps until Congress is unlikely to be embarrassed. The Lusitania pledge is not yet deemed satisfactory.
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Oilers Sign Collegian From Little Rock College
Beaumont club manager Miike a Finn announced he signed Ea Wright star pitcher from Little Rock College last season Wright played for Wilmot club in Southeast Arkansas League last summer.
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