La Follette Blocks Senate War Measure Delays
The senate steering committee will hold a continuous session from 10 a m to push the war resolution after Senator La Follette blocked immediate consideration. The clash with Democratic Leader Martin sparked a heated exchange and applause in the chamber as the measure faced postponement.
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We Fight Now to Put Down Unrestricted Murder on the Seas
The address declares war aims against Germany with a moral plea to God and humanity. It states the nation fights not for gain but to stop killings and defend innocent lives on the world’s seas. It emphasizes justice, mercy, and equal responsibility, pledging use of all resources to advance human prosperity.
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President Wilson's War Message Page 3 Full Text
The article presents the complete wartime address from President Wilson urging national resolve. It outlines the stakes for democracy, calls for unity, and details legislative measures to mobilize resources and support for the war effort. It emphasizes duty, sacrifice, and perseverance.
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All Resources Pledged to Smash Kaiser War Mobilization
President asks joint session to declare war and mobilize all national resources to defeat Germany. Congress backs Wilson but blocked by Senator La Follette. Navy plans to boost Puget Sound yard with part of 18 million emergency fund. Seattle patrol of patriots planned for Saturday to support war effort. English press hails Wilson's stance.
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War Congress backs Wilson with full military powers
United Press reports April 3 that Congress will aid President Wilson in fighting Germany. Senate foreign affairs committee quickly reports a war resolution granting the president the fullest military power and all national resources. House foreign committee delay noted as continued on page 10.
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Navy to spend 18 million emergency funds on yards
The navy department will immediately use the 18 million emergency appropriation to enlarge navy yards. Portsmouth New Hampshire gets 10 submarine construction facilities. New York one slip for a capital battleship and extra shops. Philadelphia two slips and shops. Norfolk one slip and shops. Puget Sound and Mare Island shipways with amounts not stated. No details on a Great Lakes station.
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Star Seeks Office Boy For News Department
The Star advertises for a junior office worker not over 16 who has quit school or plans to quit. Interested applicants should call the editorial office at 10 o clock Wednesday morning.
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