Debated Navy Plans Split Senators Clash Over Size and Scope
In Washington April 11 the naval bill debate heated as Senator Stone urged a defense oriented expansion and criticized Britain and Germany. Senator Borah pressed for a larger navy while reducing or removing the volunteer army and national guard provisions. Other lawmakers supported nitrate plant funding. The Senate did not vote on amendments as ten minute speeches continued into Friday.
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Georgia
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Alabama
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South Carolina
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Ceement
Harris in the 19th district picks Republican committeeman
In Decatur Illinois Henry Harris Monticello was elected Republican state central committeeman over Charles Eckert Tuscola in the 19th congressional district. Official returns from six of eight counties show Harris 2,769 Eckert 1,184. Eckert said illness prevented removing his name earlier.
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Tuscola
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Ket
Revolt Report in Portuguese Provinces Sparks Alarm
Wireless dispatches from Radajos Spain indicate open uprisings in several Portuguese provinces. A mutiny allegedly occurred among Lisbon guards at the Cary barracks, with marines dispatched to quell the mutineers.
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Radajos
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Capital in Mexico City
April 14 reports Gen. Ca rta preparing to move the de facto capital from Queretaro to Mexico City. He is ready to depart Quer eto and take up residence in Mexico City by Friday, officials said.
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Lashington
Carta
State Department
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Maving City
French Verdun losses questioned by overseas agency
Overseas NewsAgency reports French figures on Verdun casualties, citing 150000 to 150900 killed or wounded and 200000 German losses as claimed by French sources. It notes German prisoners are few and French retreat continues, with contention over numbers and reliability.
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Verdun
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May Prosecute for Rise in Gas
Washington April 1 Evidence relating to the rise in gasoline is being considered by the department of justice to determine if prosecutions can be brought under existing law or if new legislation is needed. Attorney General Gregory declined to give the sought reform regarding the Supreme Court decrees. the case revived interest with the reappearance of Charles B. Morrison of Chicago. Morrison, familiar with the Standard Oil dissolution, aided the department in the prosecution.
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Department of Justice
Freneric Gregory
Wheaton
Supreme Court
Dhoose
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Chicago
Britain defends trade act as neutral friendly policy
Washington reports Britain’s reply to the American note condemning the trading with the enemy act. London calls the act purely domestic, meant to curb trade by British enemies, and pledges to avoid injuring neutral commerce while enforcing it. Ambassador Page's protest on January 26 reserves rights to challenge legality if U.S. trade is hampered.
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Battle in Parral leaves American soldier dead
Gen Obregon reports one American soldier killed and several wounded after a pitched battle in Parral on Wednesday at 1 pm. Mexican casualties also reported. The Parral populace protested the entry of U S troops, municipal leaders urging troops to leave as authorities sought to restrain the clash.
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Lorimer Tells His Life Story In Embezzlement Trial
Chicago April 14 William Lorimer testifies in his own defense in the embezzlement and conspiracy case arising from the La Salle Street Trust and Savings failure. He recalls early life, political battles with newspapers, and plans to build a bank with his sons, including details of stock moves and a 1910 press story that triggered subscriber losses.
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the Tribune
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CarranzaUrges Withdrawal of American Forces
Dispatches report Mexican President Venustiano Carranza urging U S troops to leave Parral after clashes with locals. General Gutierrez notes deaths on both sides as American soldiers allegedly entered Parral without authority. Carranza instructs diplomacy and arguments to end the presence of U S forces in Mexican soil. Consul Garevia adds that about 140 U S soldiers tried to enter Parral while protests and a garrison resisted with casualties.
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Attack in Parral as 150 U S soldiers enter city
Dispatch reports 150 American troops entered Parral at 1 p m. The mayor Jose de la Luz Herrera tried to calm the crowd as soldiers withdrew amid protests. A civilian fired a shot, causing disorder. one American was killed and several civilians wounded. Carranza telegrams say many deaths on both sides and Mexican troops aided Americans to restore order. The United States and Mexican governments urged withdrawal of troops to preserve good relations. The War and State Departments will investigate.
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War Department
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Letcher
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Juarez
Battle near Parral tests U S and Carranza stance
Washington reports Seventh Cavalry under Major Tompkins was fired on in Parral Chihuahua, chased to the suburbs, as Carranza hesitates over U S withdrawal. Baker says Funston ordered steps to prevent further trouble while Congress weighs policy amid a dangerous isolation of the American detachment.
Border towns quiz Washington on action after Parral clash
El Paso reports intensified anticipation as residents seek Washington’s plan amid US Mexican clashes and food riots across Chihuahua. Rioting flares mainly over economic distress, with heavy food shortages and widespread unrest noted, especially south of Aguascalientes. Juarez remains calm as border residents monitor developments.
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E Paso
Washington
Parral
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Increased Vigilance Amid Renewed Attacks In Mexico
American troops in San Antonio and along the Mexican frontier tightened vigilance Thursday as reports circulated that Carranza sought negotiations over withdrawal. General Funston received no new reports while orders urged precautions against any attack by Villa forces or others. Major Tompkins faced delays in reporting Parral incident as Gen Perishing continued pursuit of Villa with tight security on lines of communication and possible moves by Gomez toward Uvas Grandes.
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Secretaries Baker and War Dept Staff Discuss Mexican Incident
Secretary Baker met with War Department General Staff to review the Mexican embassy incident and issue orders to protect Americans. He urged rapid reports from General staffer Perishing and noted uncertainty over future troop movements and the crossing through Casas Grandes and Parral despite local protests. The War Department will investigate how troops entered Mexican towns to clarify details.
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