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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1915
Page
1
President Wilson defended peace policy during a speech in Philadelphia last night. He urged support for postwar diplomacy and warned against renewed conflict as he outlined aims for enduring global stability.
President Wilson told a crowd of 4,000 naturalized Americans in Philadelphia that America should pursue peaceful, humanitarian responses to the Lusitania disaster. He urged loyalty to the land of adoption and to unite diverse origins behind a single American allegiance.
A Young Men's Auxiliary to the Monroe Chamber of Commerce was organized at a large meeting Monday night at the chamber headquarters. About fifty men attended, with forty-two signing the charter. Officers named were P. A. Pong president. W. L. Foster Will Atkinson and Isadore Liebretch as vice presidents. J. C. Smith secretary and treasurer. Directors include Eugene Houston C. A. Newney Percy N. Walker R. A. Shotwell Jr William Marshal W C Oliver Louis Masur P F Dr Gibbs and C F Kraemer. Dues were set at fifty cents monthly. The group aims to boost civic affairs and host events for visitors at conventions.
The president urged thinking of humanity before national labels. He spoke to an audience of 15,000 in a large hall where applause interrupted repeatedly. He emphasized unity beyond America and warned against dividing humanity into jealous camps.
In St. Paul on May 11 the Minnesota Territorial Pioneers Association marked the 57th anniversary of Minnesota statehood. Members gathered at the old Capitol building for exercises and a luncheon, with a patriotic meeting planned for the afternoon. Many original pioneers and descendants attended.
Seven bodies were found Monday with thirteen more recovered last night and today as a Lusitania victim’s body was found by a trawler near Queenstown. A peculiar current in the channel may carry many bodies to the west Irish coast in eight or nine days. Relatives of survivors stayed to identify their loved ones as bodies were brought in.
United States headlines stir as Lusitania disaster prompts grave crisis warnings. Britain faces mounting tension as governments assess naval losses and public reaction grows. The event reshapes diplomatic nerves and international response in the early 20th century.
The Times-Picayune reports that anger over the Lusitania sinking spurs enlistment, with Britain’s public mood hardening. Citizens press Washington for action, while recruitment rises as fears and patriotism surge amid warnings to Germany and war fever.
The Louisiana State Pharmaceutical Association began its annual convention in New Orleans with a morning business session followed by a steamboat Mississippi cruise. The outing will continue through Thursday, featuring elaborate entertainment for attendees.
New York May 11 reports indicate many travelers wary after the Lusitania disaster have led to cancellations of trans Atlantic sailings. Shipping agents note a rising interest in ships flying neutral flags as an alternative.
The News-Star notes it has no direct wire into its office and relies on the Associated Press to deliver day of events to readers. It claims earlier coverage of a sea disaster off the Irish coast and updates on U S concerns, asserting afternoon edition priority for big news.
Documents filed for record include mortgage releases by O B Morten to Mrs K I Merrill and J T Austin, and judgments or transfers such as J D Blygh to Mrs Carrie B Tissington. Monroe Building and Loan Association sells a lot to Mrs A V Bynum. Donor acts between Mrs C B Tissington and Miss Ethel B Tissington. Several individuals faced fines or discharges in fighting cases.
The United States urged Germany to halt submarine raids in a bid to reduce tensions and avert further escalation in the war. Officials emphasized maritime security and the need for restraint from all belligerents in the Atlantic theater.
President Wilson stated that his Philadelphia speech last night did not declare a policy regarding the Lusitania disaster. Officials interpret it as a pledge to urge Germany to end submarine warfare against noncombatant merchant ships while the United States weighs its next steps. The German ambassador sent a note of regret to the State Department blaming Britain for the loss of American lives.
The West Monroe electric light plant delivered its first trial last night and impressed officers and citizens with bright street and indoor lighting. The new plant will provide electric lights every night, a luxury once limited to larger cities.
The Police Jury will hold its regular monthly session at the court house tomorrow. A Chamber of Commerce committee will urge acceptance of the state’s offer to aid in building a road and drainage canal from Monroe through Lafourche and request passage of the necessary ordinance.
Washington May 11 The Cabinet met three hours in grave fashion with no comments on the Lusitania disaster. Secretary Bryan and Secretary Daniels refused to discuss cabinet deliberations or fleet movements through the Panama Canal. White House officials offered no hint of the president’s course.
Commencement exercises at the University of California begin today and continue tomorrow with a monster reunion of graduates extending back fifty years. The university extends hospitalities on campus and at the Panama-Pacific Exposition in their honor.
Frederick Warde a renowned tragedian and Shakespeare interpreter, will headline a summer stop on the Alkahest Chautauqua Circuit. His recital aims to simplify Shakespeare ahead of a wider audience, offering understandable, entertaining and humorous renditions.
The Lusitania ranked among the era’s greatest ships with a length of 785 feet and 88 foot breadth. Completed in 1907 it became the largest liner afloat until surpassed by its sister Mauretania. Its speed trial reached 25.5 knots and a western crossing record of 4 days 11 hours 42 minutes. Built for potential royal transport needs the vessel cost about 10 million pounds and was launched on June 7 1906 at Clydebank Scotland.
Wag attends elaborate ceremony in Verxclyde as the Lusitania leaves Liverpool on her maiden voyage September 7, 1907. The ship targets record speeds with wireless dispatches followed closely. Lusitania claims fastest Queenstown run at 5 days 54 minutes. The vessel features 9 decks, hotel like interiors, watertight hull sections, automatic compartment doors, 3500 tons of stated weight, and turbine engines delivering 70,000 indicated horsepower across four shafts.
Memphis expert A L Dabney arrives in Monroe to inventory city public utilities and property. He will report on condition and needs to place utilities on an efficient plan with improvement costs. Mayor Apgar seeks full public release of Dabney and audit results by Varder Wolff & Co.
In Siberia milk is sold frozen around a stick of wood that serves as a handle for carrying. The unusual packaging highlights local adaptation to extreme cold and portable dairy storage.
Unclear OCR fragment notes an unavoidable AR from Rome. No additional context or subjects are legible to identify persons organizations or events.
Reports say Germany and Austria may have declared war on Italy as military preparations rise. Heavy fighting continues in the Gallipoli area with conflicting casualty claims. Paris and Rome debate the likelihood of a broader war while Russia claims Carpathian victories and a German plane bombs St Denis injuring five.
Chicago reports a pending state bill to legalize automatic marriages of parents at the birth of their child. Dr. Lucy Waite backed by the Chicago Political Equality league and Illinois Democratic Woman's league drafts the measure requiring the father to file an affidavit within three months. a fine of 100 to 500 dollars is set for noncompliance.
London opinion notes praised President Wilson for his stance on Germany and neutrality. The Evening Standard quotes his call for justice to mankind and suggests America could set a dignified, useful neutral example if Germany were convinced of its injustice.
The Mauretania sailing scheduled for May 29 has been cancelled. The ship is the sister vessel of the Lusitania and its departure from London is affected.
President R A Pearson of Iowa State College Governor George W Clarke and other Iowa leaders headline the three day dairy conference in Des Moines. Officials from the dairy and food departments lead discussions on dairy and meat supply inspection testing and cooperation.
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