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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1916
Page
1
Railroads and employers dispute the recent referendum outcome. The disagreement centers on how the vote should be interpreted and applied, signaling continued tension between labor groups and industry leaders.
Chicago March 7 The bitter dispute centers on a nationwide referendum by four railroad brotherhoods affecting 490,600 employees. Railroads reject an eight hour day with time and a half, arguing the proposal would raise operating costs by hundreds of millions and shift overtime pay structures across freight and passenger service. The four articles cover wage scales, overtime, and job retention terms amid heated negotiations with road officials.
Union spokesmen argue that wage fairness and reasonable hours justify extending workers’ careers, citing overtime caused by overloading by railroads. They claim current arbitration fixed rates ignore new conditions and demand higher pay for overtime, especially in yards where management can limit overtime.
Nineteen victims died after a jail explosion believed caused by a prisoner lighting a match in a container of dynamite. Many prisoners trapped in bath quarter cells perished or were badly burned. fifty inmates survived. Mayor Lonbag ordered an investigation as firefighters and doctors treated the injured.
Washington March 7 Senator Sutherland of Utah Republican and Foreign Relations member spoke in the Senate today backing President Wilson's approach to Germany and submarine negotiations. He said he preferred war over sacrificing national honor and opposed pandering to ease. He defended neutral rights to travel on armed merchant ships in defense.
President Wilson supporters claim victory in the House as confidence rises for final triumph. The report notes party unity and anticipated passage of key measures amid mounting momentum for Wilson's agenda.
Washington reports the House adopted a special rule to table the McLemore warning resolution urging Americans off armed merchant ships. Administration leaders claim victory as debate proceeds, with strong attacks from Chairman Pow and supporters defending Wilson's war stance amid a heated all day session.
Washington March 6 debate on arming merchant ships heated on the House floor with partisan lines forming. Republican leaders Mann and Lenroot oppose the rule to table the McLemore warning resolution while Flood backs the President urging unity. Administration whips hasten Democrat arrivals for a decisive vote to back the rule and suppress the resolution amid strong opposition expected.
Fourteen representatives and two senators met with William Jennings Bryan at a private hotel dining room near the capitol. Bailey of Pennsylvania said there was general agreement on action on the armed ships issue, though Bryan did not give a direct answer. The group aimed to avoid embarrassing the administration.
Many Louisiana March 6 A fire swept the Salvine parish courthouse early this morning around five o clock destroying the building. Officials have not determined the fire origin and whether anyone was harmed.
New Orleans March 6 The weekly report of Southern yellow pine mills shows New business booked 85 379 875 feet shipped 81 308 125 feet and orders on hand 284 621 350 feet as of close of business Friday from the Southern Pine Association.
Coroner inquest in Lawton Oklahoma reports Daniel O Kane goaded into insanity by quarrels with his father James. He killed six family members and later died by suicide. Neighbors saw him cheerful Sunday evening. a revolver was bought last week. Evidence includes hammer and razor wounds and bloodied water.
Senator Joseph Eb. Ransdell will join a state campaign effort to defend democracy. He outlines pledges to uphold constitutional rights and support national security measures during the ongoing political push.
A New Orleans dated dispatch reports Senator Joseph E K Ransdell wired Washington he will join Louisiana campaigns as soon as sugar and flood legislation clears, not later than March 15, offering services to the Democratic State committee. Other Louisiana figures visited Democratic headquarters amid carnival campaigning.
Little Miss Helen Gertrude Skelly turns over the keys of the city as an illuminated Krewe of Proteus parade lights the night and the Proteus ball follows at the French Opera House. In Harrisburg, March 7 Mrs Martin Grove Brumbaugh, wife of Governor Brumbaugh, hosts a public reception at the executive mansion marking her first social affair since their January wedding.
A Spanish steamer Principe de Asturias sinks after striking a rock off Sebastian Point near Santos. Eighty six crew and fifty seven passengers rescued. 328 passengers and 107 crew missing. Reports from Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires estimate up to four hundred deaths with search efforts underway.
Battle dispatch reports ongoing aggression as German forces press toward Verdun from beyond the Meuse with heavy bombardment and advancing troops. The engagement centers on sustained artillery and infantry action intensifying the war front in the region.
London dispatch says Germany asserts full justification for new submarine policy and vows diplomacy after Congress action. Verdun fighting shifts west as Germans press toward the fortress from beyond the Meuse, with Forges captured nine miles northwest of Verdun. French hold Bethincourt to the west. bombardment persists around Verdun. Australian siege brigade confirmed aiding the French.
Official report states thirteen dead from Sunday raid as ninety bombs dropped over London. Authorities confirm casualties and continued search for victims and damage assessments across the city.
Berlin reporting on March 7 states German forces have captured the village of Fresnes in the Woevre district southeast of Verdun, marking another advance in the ongoing operations.
Paris dispatch reports semi official word that German forces gained more ground near Verdun in the sector west of the city. General staff notes indicate continued pressure and local tactical advances amid ongoing trench fighting and shelling.
New Orleans on March 6 welcomed Rex king of Mardi Gras as he arrived at noon aboard the royal yacht Comanche. A flotilla of decorated ships including destroyers Flusher and Monaghan accompanied the royal party while marines and sailors escorted the king through the streets amid a local parade.
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