Patriotism Rises As Congress Backs Wilson In Crisis
Washington march 1 shocked lawmakers forget party lines as Germany proposes to unite Japan and Mexico against the United States prompting swift congressional unity behind President Wilson. Senate Republicans abandon filibuster and House acts on Flood bill to arm ships while Wilson seeks authority to use other instruments. Secretary Lansing says Japan would not join and Mexico unlikely to participate. Germany’s scheme overshadows all else in government deliberations.
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House Swept Off Feet By Fiery Op eagle Today
The House opened debate on a bill authorizing the President to act against the German submarine threat. President Stands behind the measure but notes missing “other instrumentalities” and potential war insurance changes. Flood and Mann stoked enthusiasm as Kitchin signaled support amid crisis warnings.
No Vote On Court House Referendum In Brunswick
Brunswick residents narrowly failed to refer the court house question to a public vote as Senator Cranmer tabled the measure. Grant introduced rural police bills and a prison reform act with tighter safeguards, while amendments on corporal punishment and convict pay were defeated. The Senate also passed the machinery act and a flood district land value reassessment with church tax exemptions rejected.
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German Withdrawal Moves in West Front Reported
A dispatch notes German withdrawals on the Somme and surrounding front. Paris sources say evacutions shift the line behind Bapaume toward Peronne as British attacks pause and Turkish forces retreat near Kut el Amara in Mesopotamia.
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United States Senate Considers Zimmermann Note Revelations
Washington March 1 The Senate Foreign Relations Committee begins action on Senator Lodge’s resolution after the White House and State Department confirm the Zimmermann note urged Germany’s alliance with Mexico and Japan to attack the United States. Democratic senators say the AP disclosure is substantially correct and the note’s authenticity is under review.
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Germany plotted alliance with Japan and Mexico against United States
Revelation of a German plan to unite Japan and Mexico against the United States with a submarine strategy has stirred Congress. Zimmerman’s instructions proposed Mexico reconquering New Mexico Texas and Arizona and inviting Japan to join in an attack, with Germany offering support and mediation.
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Train wreck near Creede leaves several injured
A southbound New Orleans and Northeastern freight train derailed at a curve near Creede early today. Engineer David Corbett of Meridian drowned while fireman Frank Bizet and several express messengers were injured. a passenger was hurt and mail cars overturned into a creek.
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Great Britain Withdraws Objection on Navy Armor Shell Contracts
Washington dispatch reports Great Britain has withdrawn its objection to United States Navy contracts for armor piercing shells of the 14 and 16 inch calibers. The move ends a dispute over permission for the firms Ladiliis Ltd and English munitions concern to enter the contracts.
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German Consulate Robbed in Juarez Overnight
Juarez Mexico March 1 The German Consulate here was robbed late last night and a number of important official papers were thought to have been taken from the files of Consul Max Weber who has been in charge of naval and diplomatic affairs for the German government in North America.
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Senate session introduces districting and growth bills
The Senate convened at 11 o'clock with President Gardner presiding. New measures include Oates bill to amend the act dividing the state into judicial districts and Harrill bill to extend corporate limits of a city.
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German Consul Denies Zimmermann Alliance Claim
Mexico City march 1 german minister to mexico h von Eckhardt said he knew nothing about any instructions from foreign secretary Zimmermann about a german mexican alliance in case of war with the united states the denial was issued today by the german consul in mexico city
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Mexican officials wary of German bid to draw Mexico into war
Mexico City March 1 officials largely declined to comment on German efforts to involve Mexico in a war with the United States. They voiced that such attempts would be vain and that Mexico would remain neutral.
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Exoneration Stated for Japan and Mexico by Secretary Lansing
Secretary Lansing announced that the United States does not believe Japan had knowledge of any proposition and that Mexico would not join such an agreement. He noted uncertainty whether the plan was formally presented to General Carranza and said the source of the information could not be discussed for safety. Ambassador Sato was informed of the text and officials expect Japan to reaffirm its Entente ties.
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