Clash Over Legislative Plan Threatens House Harmony
House Democrats and Republicans near a clash over the remaining session agenda. The majority backs White House aims to push Philippine and shipping bills with drastic rules, while the minority filibusters the agricultural appropriation bill and seeks fortifications or other appropriations. Internal Democratic dissent over the Philippine bill adds to the impasse.
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Washington, D. C
House
White House
Mann
Senate
House Debates Stall as Shipping and Army Bills Face Delays
The bill agenda stalls as the shipping measure, Philippine question, and army bill face internal delays. Leaders doubt quick passage while preparedness measures lag and committees hold. Foreign policy remains cautious after President Wilson’s address as Germany relations stay quiet.
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House
Mann
Hay
Military Committee
Chamberlain
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Naval Affairs Committee
Ways and Means Committee
Select Committee
United States
Attorney Marshall
New York
Germany
Wilson
Congress
How to Heal Skin Diseases
A Baltimore doctor recommends home treatment for eczema and similar itching skin troubles using resinol ointment and resinol soap. Bathe with warm water, dry gently, apply a thin layer of ointment, and cover with a light bandage twice daily. Samples offered from Resinol Baltimore Md.
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Baltimore
Resinol
Senate Debates Rural Credits Bill and Brandeis Nomination
The Senate planned to take up the rural credits legislation and to consider the Brandeis nomination to the Supreme Court within the coming days. The session focused on delaying broad debate and moving toward confirmations and financial reform.
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Senate
Brandeis
Supreme Court
Steamer Hsing-yu Sinks After Collision With Hai-Yung
In fog off the Chusun Islands, the Hsing-yu carrying troops to Foo Chow collided with the cruiser Hai-Yung. More than a thousand soldiers and crew are presumed lost. only nine sailors and one foreign engineer plus 20 soldiers and nine others survived. The Hsing-yu, 1629 tons, built 1889, belonged to China Merchants Steam Navigation Co of Shanghai.
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Shanghai
Hsing-yu
Hai-Yung
Chusun Islands
Foo Chow
The
China Merchants Steam Navigation Company of
Two Aero Squadrons to Be Equipped at Once
War Department plans to equip two additional aero squadrons at North Island as fast as planes arrive. Third and Fourth Squadrons will be sent to the Panama Canal and Hawaii, with 24 junior aviators and 129 enlisted men each, 12 planes for active duty, 12 reserve planes, 22 vehicles, and 12 spare disassembled planes. Colonel William Glassford recommends creating an aviator rating with $150 monthly pay on flying duty.
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San Diego
Cal
War Department
Washington
North Island Training School
Panama Canal
Hawaii
William Glassford
North Island
Nervous Breakdown Case Prompts Vinci Tonic Endorsement
Edith R Forbes of Stamford Connecticut reports that after using Vinci tonic she regained appetite and sleep. The testimonial claims four bottles restored health and strength. Local druggists listed endorse Vinci as a constitutional remedy with a money back guarantee if no benefit.
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Stamford, Conn
Vinci
Edith R. Forbes
Stamford
Conn
San Antonio
Fischer
Meier's
W. Commerce &J
Sap Drug Store
S. Flores St
Main Ave
Geo. Keene
Military Plaza
H. L. Wagner
Hicks
Appmann Drug Store
E. Commercce
Texas
Death by own hand seals alcalde as hostages killed
A Mexican village alcalde killed himself with a knife rather than remain a hostage to American troops. Another hostage died after an attempted escape. Snipers remained active as U.S. forces tighten control along the border. A band of infantry entered Mexico as tensions rise near Columbus.
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Columbus, N. M
Mexico
Namiquipa
el Valle
Las Cruces
Frank Tompkins
Parral
James Ord
Columbus
Thirteenth Cavalry
Taft
Diaz
Fleet's Record Good in Pacific Fleet Exercises
Naval officers report strong performance by Pacific fleet ships in elementary and battle practice. Maryland hit 16 of 17, Cleveland 15 of 16 in elementary work while Cleveland achieved 32 of 40 in battle drills. Destroyer Stewart scored two hits in two shots at long range during torpedo practice, both day and night, and is favored for the trophy pennant for 1915-1916.
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San Diego
Cal
Maryland
Cleveland
Stewart
Storm Upsets Homes in Longview Area Windstorm
A severe wind storm swept Longview and nearby areas on Sunday, ripping nearly twenty houses from foundations, demolishing barns, and damaging livestock. No fatalities were reported as of the latest county reports.
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Longview
Tex
Here
Big Sandy
Moe Stock
Tobacco Plugs Dropped By Air Over Mexican Patrol
An aeroplane tosses a plug of tobacco to a second lieutenant in a patrol near Villa strength. A white cloth attached signals the message. A Villa follower dies in medical care and a negro burial chant honors fallen soldiers with civic lines.
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Mexico
Columbus
N. M
Carranza
United States
Villa Chase
America
Fort Huacha
Douglas Town
Villa
Great Celebration Honors Carranza in Mexico City
Mexico City marked General Venustiano Carranza’s visit with a two mile parade of triumphal arches from Chapultepec Castle to the national palace and cathedral. A Azores plains program featured national games band concerts and fireworks. Nighttime lights transformed Chapultepec Castle and a lake gondola scene lit by thousands of bulbs as forty large fireworks concluded the celebrations.
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Mexico City
Venustiano Carranza
Mexico
Castle of
Chapultepec
National Palace
Azores
Castle
Venice
Typhus crackdown urged by Collins in Texas
In Austin Dr. W B Collins calls for strong state health department action and cross city cooperation to prevent a general typhus epidemic in Texas. He urges disinfection of jails public buildings and all public transit, thorough cleaning of homes in poorer areas and isolation of fever cases especially among transient Mexicans. Proposals solicit bidding for a hospital screening at Ft Sam Houston with bids due April 25, 1916.
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Austin
Tex
W.B. Collins
State Health Department
Texas
Collins
Dr. Collins
Ft. ‘Sam Houston
Quartermaster
Easter Church Attendance Sets San Antonio Records
Easter services across San Antonio drew larger crowds than ever with churches full and extra seating used. Knights Templars led a high profile central service, while youths and volunteers spread Easter cheer to county facilities and the YWCA.
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San Antonio
Knights Templars
Central Christian Church
Knights
Masonic Temple
Knights of Malta
Sir Walton Jp. Hood
Hugh McLellan
Young People’s League
First Presbyterian Church
Young Woman's Christian Association
Masons Relight Candles at Easter Service in San Antonio
Scottish Rite Masons of San Antonio conducted Easter services at the Scottish Rite Cathedral relighting the candles. Maundy Thursday marked the extinguishing ceremony with Rev. Lewis McVea delivering the address on Maundy Thursday significance. Frank R. Newton and others explained the candle symbolism as the choir under H. W. B. Barnes offered musical selections.
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San Antonio
Lewis McVea
Frank RR. Newton
J. H. Haile
Henry Rabe
P. PD. Mathis
Sam L. Harris
E. T. Green
W. C. Fly
H. W. B. Barnes
Opening Lambert Beach At Brackenridge Park Draws Thousands
The Brackenridge park beach launch drew about 20 000 visitors for its first day with a band concert and swimming races. Helen Crowell won the women’s free for all race and J James of Battery C snagged the men’s title by a nose. Prizes were two fine bathing suits donated by Commissioner Ray Lambert. A water carnival and pro swimmer prizes are planned. A rope barrier along the zoo drive protects pedestrians and blocks vehicle access near the cages.
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Brackenridge Park
Lambert Beach
al Hansen
Hal C. King
Helen Crowell
Clinton Avenue
J. (. James
Battery C
Third Field Artillery
Ray Lambert
Wall to Separate Lion and Bear Cages
The plan calls for a solid wall to separate the lion cage from the bear enclosure in the new exhibit. Work will be undertaken this week to complete the safety barrier. War Spirit Explained- Look here, my friend, what on earth are you waiting for. You’ve been standing in the rain for an hour.
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War Spirit
Ulk
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