27 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
The Monroe Journal
Location
Monroe, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1917
Page
1
President Wilson asked Congress for authority to use American forces to protect ships and lives amid German submarine aggression. A bill would empower arming vessels, run ships defenses, and authorize a $100 million bond for war risk insurance, with possible extra sessions and political division over a concrete authorization.
Washington fever rises as the House rules committee approves a special rule to bring the District of Columbia prohibition bill to a floor vote. The measure, already passed by the Senate, would close all saloons by November 1 and allow amendments including a referendum, with limited debate and potential district involvement.
London February 24 David Lloyd George British prime minister presents to the House of Commons a twofold program to tackle shipping space shortages. Increase home food production by guaranteeing farmers good prices and compelling landowners to cultivate, plus curtail imports including cereals and lumber to save tonnage. The decree lists items restricted from import, with some exceptions by license, and signals broader economic tightening. Daily services announced at St Pauls Church Monroe residents await a surprise wedding of two popular couples.
Washington reports Chairman Flood introduced a bill granting the President authority to arm merchant ships and other instruments for defense on the high seas, with a $100 million bond plan and a $1.0 million insurance framework, plus limitations on taxation and bond terms. The measure awaits committee action as the Senate discusses a parallel draft from Chairman Stone. Shrine Minstrel attendees included Mr G B Caldwell Miss Emma Sheets Miss Mai Elisabeth Monroe and Mr James Nance in Charlotte last night.
Reports from London and Washington say the Cunard liner Laconia, with 27 Americans aboard, was sunk by a German submarine. Initial dispatches listed no confirmed American deaths, while survivors described the ship carrying war materials and passengers including British and Canadian nationals. Official confirmation and casualty details were awaited as authorities ponder whether the act constitutes an overt act.
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