Senate Filibuster Delays Revenue Bill in Extra Session
In a party conference Republicans agreed Congress must stay in session to clear the international crisis before advancing the revenue measure. Senate leaders warned the filibuster could run to session’s end unless the president seeks broad power to act in the war zone. Simmons charged the move aims to force an extra session, while Democrats mourn limits on executive power.
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Why Enlist She Asks Class
Special to The Washington Post. Kansas City, February 23. The Navy Department at Washington ordered an inquiry into the patriotism of Kansas City teacher Miss Leonora F. Warneson. A pupil's father reported that on the classroom blackboard she wrote Why enlist You have nothing to gain and your life to lose I refuse to kill my brother and hide my fists in the folds of any flag. Sergeants Adams and Tompkins questioned the principal and Miss Warneson, who refused to explain her teachings.
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Nine ships take on U boat fleet near Tarragona
Buenos Aires reports a naval clash off Tarragona involving nine armed merchant ships and six to seven German submarines. The fight lasted from 8 am as ships closed on land, with about 600 shots fired. Swedish vessel Skogland and Giuseppe were sunk. Janeta was pressed until British destroyers arrived. at least one submarine was sunk. all ships suffered damage. Skogland carried five Americans who abandoned ship within ten minutes.
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Persons barred from living in Ireland under defense regs
Tandon Feb 23 reports officials say those arrested recently under the defense of the realm regulations have been prohibited from residing in Ireland. They have been given their choice of places in England where they may reside.
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Clash on hospital site halts D C bill
The House sent back the District appropriation bill to conference after insisting on Fourteenth and Upshur streets for the new Gallinger municipal hospital. A Senate amendment wanted the old jail area near Klingle Valley for the $500000 building. The session adjourned with hopes for a complete agreement by Bofors night.
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Army seeks 4 million volunteers for one year service
The proposal calls for 4,000,000 men to join a regular force of professional soldiers for a one year term, with 472,258,746 dollars estimated annual cost. Retention of current personnel is noted. The plan faces no action by the present Congress. Secretary Sigs hopes publicity sparks broad discussion.
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Nations' ability to land expeditions in 45 days study
The War College analysis estimates how quickly nations could land large forces in the United States. Austria-Hungary, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, and Russia show wide ranges from tens to hundreds of thousands of men within 14 to 41 days, with Japan and England cited for a combined 2,750,000 men in 45 days.
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Army universal service bill sent to Senate military panel
Secretary Baker transmitted the universal service plan to the Senate military committee. The War Department urged full public discussion while withholding official endorsement. The plan envisions a 4 million trained force with a year of training, plus reserves and a 24,400 officer regular army, aiming for instant call to arms and expanded reserve components.
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Filibuster for Extra Session Asks Army of 4 000 000 Men
Army size is urged for an extra session amid war fears as reports cite U boat threats and calls for armed ships. President may mobilize naval resources. debates hint at broader wartime measures and inflation concerns.
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Gerard fears U boat attack on Infanta Isabel voyage
Madrid February 23 James W Gerard former ambassador to Berlin urged Americans not to sail on the Infanta Isabel after inquiring whether Berlin would guarantee safe passage He warned the ship could be targeted by a submarine if US Germany tensions worsen and asked for German assurances before he would risk others lives.
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Dutch Foil Plot to Kill a Consul
Amsterdam reports a plot to attack the British consulate in Groningen with explosives found in the hotel housing the consulate. Five arrests were made. An exchange dispatch says those arrested admitted attempting to blow up the consulate for 9000 florins.
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Dancer Marries Rich Widow in Philadelphia Wedding
Mrs Genevieve Gray Wernwag widow of Theodore Wernwag, worth 1 million, wed Olin Finney, ex dancer and broker, at Cold Spring Farm Bethayres. Finney 31 and bride 42, left for Indianapolis after ceremony. Earlier Finney danced with Mrs Castle. previously supported Joan Sawyer. Also Philadelphia report: Belgian refugee H Francis leaped from fourth floor of Majestic Hotel, is dying in hospital after despondency over Belgian losses.
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Belgium
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GANG AND GUNNERS ASKED FOR LINERS
News from Washington reports debates over arming American ships amid the submarine threat. A request from the American Line seeks guns and gunners, but officials doubt state provision will occur now. Lansing departs for a three day White Sulphur Springs trip as cabinet meets and no policy change emerges.
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American Line Ships Refuse Sail Without Navy Gunners
New York February 23. P A S Frank lin president of International Mercantile Marine says four American Line ships the St Paul St Louis New York and Philadelphia will sail only with Navy armed guards aboard. He notes crews and passengers total around seven to eight hundred and criticizes private arming. Vessels are coal loaded but remain in port until gun crews are provided by the Navy.
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Food crisis spurs moves to seize grain and curb shipping
President Wilson and cabinet consider drastic steps to ease food shortages as Senator Lewis proposes seizing foodstuffs violative of public policy. Shipping Board head Denman discusses using water transport to relieve railroad congestion while opposition questions the probe's cost. House members push a $400000 payout for the Justice Department inquiry despite calls for action over investigation.
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Storm toll rises across several states with deaths
A tornado ripped through Woollina Midway and Stewartsvile near Sylacauga Alabama causing seven deaths and many injuries as school houses were demolished. In nearby Greensboro Alabama four colored people died and several injured at Whitsett. In Lithonia Georgia two colored women were killed and about 60 homes blown down. In Georgetown Mississippi six children were injured when a country school collapsed and several residences were damaged.
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Day's Bill Vote Near in Prohibition Fight
The House moves toward enacting the Sheppard dry bill for the District with a three hour debate. Reports say rules will favor a favorable amended Barkley resolution, discharging the District committee and enabling debate. The bill aims to close all saloons by November 1 if approved by the House and signed by the President.
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American Drowned When Ship Athos Sunk In Mediterranean
Robert Allen Haden, Presbyterian missionary of Soochow China, died when the French liner Athos was torpedoed 210 miles east of Malta on February 17. Aiding Chinese aboard, he likely would have survived otherwise. Reports say troops aboard. status of the vessel as transport not definite. Consul Keblinger sent details to Washington amid US Central Powers tensions. The Athos rescue saved 1450. vessel attacked despite escort by Mameluk and Enseyrne Henry. Additional notices list other ships sunk or saved in the era.
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