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SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS: TUESDAY MORNING, MAY It, 1915.
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Staff Special to The'Kxpress.
AUSTIN, Tex., May 10.—The Senate of
Texas tbis morning refused to go on rec-
ord in a way that might be construed as
an attempt to influence President Wilson
in reaching a decision as to the policy to
be pursued in dealing with the situation
arising out of the sinking of phe Lusi-
tania and the consequent loss of lives of
many American citizens. Of the several
resolutions offered only one, perhaps,
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resolutions onereu oui,\ win-, pnuuim,
might be construed to be other than con-
ciliatory and pacific in tone. Without
lengthv discussion or intemperate speech
jenginy iiiscubkiuu ur iuu*uiin-mn- pj-vo i
a committee substitute was adopted with
out a dissenting voice placing the Senate
In accord with the President and declaring
that it "reposes the utmost confidence in
the wisdom, patriotism and firmness of
e President and his Cabinet," and assur
? him of the sympathy of the State in
• present critical situation.
The resolution adopted. the text of
lich has been wired to President Wilson
Secretary Howerton of the Senate, fol-
v*s:
<Ve, vour special committee to vhom
s referred Senate concurrent resolution
2, with substitute therefor, and hlmple
olutions Nos. 15a, b and c, beg leave to
Aci»ort Itoek to the Senate the recommenda-
tion that none of said resolutions be
adopted, but that in lieu thereof the Sen-
ate adopt the follpwing simple resolu-
tion :
Whereas, The destruction of the I-ust-
tania and the awful loan of life incident
thereto, Including many of our own citi-
zens, has shocked the world and brought
the United States face to face Willi the
greatest crisis of the present European
war; therefore be it
Resolved, That the Senate of Texas re-
T)oses the utmost confidence in the wisdom,
patriotism and firmness of the President
fit- the United States and his Cabinet, and
assures the President of the sympathy of
the State of Texas in the present critical
(situation, and pledges Its support to htm
In any course he sees fit to take in this
emergency to uphold the dignity and
honor of' the United States.
LATTIMOKE, Chairman,
BEE,
BREIiSFOBD,
NUGENT,
BAILEY of Harris.
In all, five resolutions predicated on the
winking of the Lusitania were offered. The
first proposal was a concurrent resolution
by Westbroob, the second a substitute by
McNealus. Then in turn simple resolu-
tions dealing with the same subject mat-
ter were sent up by McGregor and Page
and one signed jointly by Suiter and
Smith The several offering in the order
in which they were introduced follow:
RESOLUTION BY WESTBROOK.
Whereas, war is deplorable, even when
justified Iby considerations of ultimate
good to humanity and the eradication of
evil from the world: and
Whereas, however great the justification
of war on the part of any belligerent na-
tion, if indeed it have justification, that
nation can not conduct itself, at all times,
in such a crisis as the impending European
war without committing acta of, at least,
seeming violence to the usages and prac-
tices of wifr as recognized by civilized na-
tions as warranted and justifiable; and
Whereas, the destruction of the Lusl-
flvlng the British flag, and the con no-
it loss of life of innocent passengers
the violence and outrage to those who
Ived, some being citizens of Texas, and
he freight steamer GuTt Light, flying
flag of the United States, iuhT the ot-
Ing loss of life and property, and other
edies of the seas, have shocked the
ized world and are humtilating in the
eme to our Nation; therefore,
it resolved by the Senate of Texas,
House of Representatives concurring,
the Legislature of Texas withhold ex-
slon of judgment of the destruction
of the Lusitania and the attending loss of
life and of other disasters iavolving the
loss of life and property of citizens of the
Tutted States until more of the facts con
neeted with these distressing tragedies are
known. , ,
Be it further resolved that the Legisla-
ture of Texas express its confidence in the
integrity and determination of the Admin-
istration at Washington speedily to as-
certain sufficiebt facts connected with the
above mentioned ocean tragedies upon
which to base the Intelligent aud patriotic
course for this country to pursue with re
lation thereto, and that we have faith In
the Intelligent, determined and patriotic
purpose and ability of President Wilson
and his Cabinet to make such Investigation
of these recent tragic events aud to make
such recommendations to Congress and the
country as will secure our National honor
and make our flag respected on land and
"^Resolved, further, that the Secretary of
State of the State of Texas be requested
to transmit to the President aud to Hon.
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McNEALUS SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION.
Whereas, in violation of all the recog-
nized rules of warfare between civilized
nations the German navy, through the
agency of one of its submarine warships
did, on Thursday, May 6, 1015, attack,
without warning, the trans-Atlantic steam
ship LUsitauia, and, by the use of sub-
marine torpedoes, blow up, destroy and
sink the «ald Lusitania, causing the loss
of life of many American citizens; and
Whereas, said act on the part of The Ger-
man navy is unparalleled in modern times
in the wantonness, the cruelty and the dis-
regard of all civilized human promptings;
therefore
Be it resolved, that the Senate of Texas,
the House of Representatives concurring,
hereby expresses its horror at and con-
demnation of this savage act of war
against helpless, inoffensive uon-combat-
ants, comprising men, women and children,
by the agencies of a nation heretofore re-
garded as one of the leaders In the world
of science, education, culture and civiliza-
tion ; aud
Be It further resolved, that, while ex-
pressing entire confidence In the capacity
and patriotism of President Wilson and
the National Administration, we feel that
in order to properly encourage President
AVlison and the National Administration In
this great emergency of international re-
lationship, it is the opinion of the Legisla-
ture of Texas that It Is now the duty of
the United States Government to at once
tever all diplomatic relations with the Ger-
man Government and to employ such other
measures as the sltuutiou, in its judg-
ment may justify, in maintaining the dig-
nity and honor of this Republic.
THE MCGREGOR RESOLUTION.
Whereas, The nutious of Europe arc in-
volved in the bloodiest, cruelest, and most
disastrous war in the annals of time;
and
Whereas, Their respective interests of
aggression and defense must of necessity
at times touch the honor aud threaten the
peace of the United States; and
Whereas, the CJiief Executive of the
United States, through these crises preg-
nant with the pride anil peace of our
people and constituting the most trying
ordeals through which the president of a
free people ever passed, has preserved the
honor, peace, and Christian spirit o£ our
Government; therefore, be it
Resolved, That we do endorse the
ceurse of conduct which has characterized
him In dealing with the war-torn nations
of the earth and we pledge to him the
sympathy, the prayers, and the support
of the people of Texas; be it further
Resolved, That a copy of this resolu-
tion be transmitted by telegraph to the
President of the United States by the Sec-
retary of the Texas Senate.
TEXT OK PAGE RESOLUTION.
Whereas, By reason of the recent tor-
pedoing of American ships and the sink-
ing of the Lusitania with the consequent
uutimely deaths of many American citi-
zens, the President of the United States,
and the Nation as well, are face to face
With a grave crisis which may, ami
doubtless will, seriously affect the future
of our beloved country; and
Whereas, We have the fullest confidence
that our President will not meet this issue
hastily, but with deliberation, steadfast-
ness, courage, and a determination to see
that the property rights of our citizens
and the lives of our helpless women and
children are not sacrificed to the ruthless
ambitions and selfish purposes of any
other country, whether British, French,
Austrian, or German; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Seuate of Texas, That
we commend the course of President Wil-
son In wishing to obtain all of the facts
before taking any action In the present
international crisis, and that we hope, be-
lieve and expect that when the facts are
ascertained aud the responsibility for the
deaths of our women and children defi-
nitely fixed, that the President will
take'such action as will uphold the dignity
and honor of our country and that he will
hold to a "strict aecouutabillty" those
found guilty of such inhuman practices;
and be it further
Resolved, That the President of the Sen-
ate be instructed to wire the President of
the United States pledging him our loyal
and undivided support In his efforts to
uphold the dignity and honor of this great
Republic, and that a copy of this resolu-
tion be mailed to the President, each
member of his Cabinet, and to each mem-
ber of Congress from Texas.
SITTER ANI> SMITH RKSOLUTION.
Whereas, The sinking of the Lusitania
and the destruction of the lives of women,
children and non-cajnbatants, among whom
were a great number of American citizens,
has caused a profound sensation among
the citizens of our beloved country: aud
Whereas, Such destruction of the lives
of those innocent of any of the crimes
of war mav have a tendency to unduly ex-
cite the feelings of the cititeus of our
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GERMANY
]Oj ERLIN, May 10 (Via London, 6:45 p. m.)—At the Gentian war office to-
day, the following statement was given out: "Western theater of war:
We made progress on the coast, in the Dunes, in the direction of Nieuport,
taking- several of the enemy's trenches and machine guns.
"A counter attack by the enemy during last night advanced as far as
Lombardtzyde, but was completely driven back.
"In Flanders we also have gained more ground. We took 162 British
prisoners at Verlershock. Southwest of Lille a great Anglo-French attack,
anticipated as a result of our success in Galicia, directed itself against our
position situated to the east of Flcurbaix to the east of Richsburg, on the east
of Vermelles and at Ablain, Casency, Neuville and St. Loureut, near Arras.
"The enemy, French as well as white and colored British, brought at least
four new army corps into the fight besides the force which has been employed
in this line for some time past.
"Nevertheless, repeated attacks have been nearly everywhere repulsed
with heavy losses for our opponents. This is especially so in the case of the
British attack. About 500 prisoners have been taken.
"Only in the region between Carency and Neuville did our opponents suc-
ceed in penetrating and establishing themselves in our foremost line trenches.
A counter attack is now proceeding.
"South of Steinbruek, in the Valley of the Fecht, the enemy who had set-
tled himself during a thick fog immediately in front of our position, was driven
back by a counter attack and his trenches destroyed.
"One of our airships bombarded the fortified town of South End to the
south of the Thames this morning with a few bombs.
"Western theater of war: "Notwithstanding all attacks of the enemy for
the purpose of delaying our pursuit by means of fresh forces brought up hast-
ily by rail and by foot marches the allied troops forming the army under Gen-
eral von Mackenson yesterday drove back our opponents from their positions
and took more than 12,000 prisoners and much war material. The number
of prisoners captured by this part of our army alone since May 2 is thereby
increased to more than 80,000.
"Our advance guards have approached a branch of the Stobnica and have
reached the Brzczaska and also the lower Wistoka. The pursuit continues."
FRANCE
■ »ARIS, May 10 (10:45 p. m.)—The following official communication was
issued by the war office tonight: "In the north of Arras, in spite of
several German counter attacks we have maintained all our gain of yesterday
and we have enlarged it at certain points, notably between Carency and
Sauchez.
"Our success is developing. The total number of prisoners at 3 o'clock
today exceeded 2,000. Among them were about forty officers, including a
colonel.
"We have captured in the last two days more than ten cannon and fifteen
machine guns. At Berry-au-Bac a German attack has been repulsed, as well
as one in the forest of Le Petre."
State and to thereby cause hasty and in-
judicious expression of condemnation of
this method of warfare by both the pub-
lic and the press; therefore be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of
Texas, That we again express our un-
bounded confidence in the wise and natrl-
otic Judgment of our great President,
Wood row Wilson, and in his ability to
continue to handle the delicate and per-
plexing problems growing out of the awful
European war in such a manner as to save
our American Government fr^m engaging
in this terrible conflict, and to obtain a
Just settlement of all losses sustained by
our citizens; be it further
liesolvcd, That it is the sense of this
Senate that patriotism to our country de-
mands that we, together with all of our
citizens, speak with moderation of this
great disaster and reserve our Judgment
until a full and complete report of the
tragedy is made by the proper officials of
our own (Jovernment; be it further
Resolved, That we. the members of this
Senate, extend the sympathies of this great
State and its entire citizenship to t^ie be-
reaved who have suffered the loss of so
many loved ones iu this appalling disas-
ter ;be it further
Resolved, That the secretary of the Sen-
ate forward to the President of the United
States a copy of these resolutions.
LATT1MORE COUNSELS CALMNESS.
Before any action whatever was taken
Senator Lnttimore eminseled calmness and
careful consideration of any pronounce-
ment that might be made by the Senate of
Suffragist Among
"Lusitania" Survivors
Lady Maekworth, an Kncli«Lw«min. bad
been visiting in Ametica ^ for <*everal
month*. 8bf» Is a well-known suffragist-
Warned before tailing on th* Lusitania.
sh*> remarked alie aiw n^ti'ni; (o wo.ry
•boui. tfbe i* aiL'o&i? tb<«Jsurvjvors.
Texas. Ho called attention to statements
that the Lusitania was carrying abont
$300,000 worth of munitions of war; also
that the Gulf Light was laden with fuel
oil, which might be construed as next In
importance to ammunition. Rearing In
mind, he said, that the head of this Gov-
ernment is a man of mature and deliberate
judgment, "in whom I have the greatest
confidence, it seems to me that we ought
to refer these resolutions; and that if we
adopt one at all there should be nothing
in it that would commit ourselves or tend
to commit or influence the President. It
seems to me that a resolution expressing
our confidence in President Wilson in the
present situation is the onlv klud that
should commend itself to us.
Mr. Lattiuiore's motion to refer all the
resolutions to a special committee of five,
Mtid that the authors of them be invited to
appear before the committee, was adooted.
Lieutenant ^fnvernor Hobby named; as
members of the committee Senators Latti-
iBfore, Ree, Rrelsford, Bailey of Harris and
Nugent.
The Seuate recessed while the committee
was deliberating. The resolution reported
back and which was finally adopted, was
drafted by Senator Rrelsford. When it
was offered for adoption on the floor Sen-
ator McGregor offered to amend by insert-
ing the word "peace" before "dignity aud
honor," and Senator McNealus offered as
an amendment that portion of his resolu-
tion calliug for a severance of diplomatic
relations with (Jermany. Roth were with-
drawn when opposition arose. Then Sen-
ator* Conner offered to amend by inserting
"to protect the lives of citizens of the
United States," his proposal being voted
down after a speech by Senator Ree in
opposition. The resolution then was
adopted by a viva voce vote.
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It was a single torpedo that sent the Lusitania of the Cunard line to the bottom, according to the belief expressed yes-
terday by her master, Captain Turner. English naval experts are inclined to support his views. That the missile of terrific
destructive force hit fair and near amidships there is no longer doubt. The torpedo did not explode on contact, and apparently
not until its momentum was checked by one of the giant engines or boilers did the 420 pounds of guncotton let go. After that
there was no longer hope, for the explosion practically blew the bottom out of the ship. The U-39, one of the newest and
speediest of the German submarines, is believed to have launched the fatal torpedo.
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Sunk the Lusitania
LONDON, May 10 (1:19 p. in.)—A ills-
patch from Genoa says a telegram received
from Munich declares that the German sub-
marine U-30 was reported lor the sinking
of the Lusitania.
NATIVE TEXAN ON LUSITANIA
E. Bliss Thompson of Indiana One of
Survivors, Was Born in Houston.
Among the passengers on the Lusitania
there was at least one native Texan, and
his name appears In the list of survivors.
He U K. ltllsM Thompson, who, with his
wife, was going abroad on a business
mission. Sir. Thompson Is a native of
Houston, but In recent years bus been
making his home In Indiana. He Is a
Vale man, having completed his mining
engineer course In that Institution about
ten-years ago.
Mr. Thompson's father was also an en-
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ing been associated with A. W. Dickinson
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cific Railroad through Texas.
VANDKRBILT LEFT VAST ESTATE
Disposal of His Fortune Causes Spec-
ulation in New York.
NEW YORK, May 10.—With Alfred O.
Vandertdlt, who sailed on the Lusitania,
virtually given up for lost, there was some
speculation today as to the probable dis-
posal of his vast estate, estimated at from
$75,000,000 to $100,000,000. Mr Vanderbilt
leaves three sous—William H. Vanderbilt,
born in 11H)1, to his first wife, Ellen French
Vanderbilt. and Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt
who was Mrs. Smith Hollius McKlm.
SENATOR SHEPPARD'S VIEWS
Regards Lusitania Affair as Argument
in Favor of Disarmament.
GEORGETOWN, Tex., May 10.—"The
sinkiug of the Lusitania is one of the un-
speakable horrors of modern warfare and
will be a tremendous argument for general
disarmament when the European war
closes," said Morris Sheppard, United
States Senator from Texas, In an address
here today. He also urged the Nation to
handle the present situation with patience
and calmness and trust President Wilson
to take the proper eoirjse.
Senator Sheppard's address was made at
an unveiling .in the Odd Fellows' Cemetery.
GERMAN PAPER GLEEFUL
Regards Sinking of the Lusitania as
Great and Glorious Achievement-
AMSTERDAM, May 10 (Via London.).—
The Cologne Volks Zeitung says:
"The sinking of the Lusitania is a suc-
cess of our submarines which must be
placed beside the greatest achievement of
this war. With joyful pride we contem-
plate the latest deed of our navy, the
moral significance of which is greater than
the material success. It will not be the
last. *
"The English wish to abandon the Ger-
man people to . death by starvation. We
are more humane. We simply sank an
English ship with passengers who, at their
own risk and responsibility, entered the
zone of operations. '
DRAINAGE DISTRICT FORMED
Victoria County Commissioners to
Hold Bond Election to Raise Funds.
Special Telogiam to The Express.
VICTORIA, Tex., May 10.—The Cornmls
sioners' Court today passed an election or-
der authorizing the establishment of an-
other drainage district in the northeastern
section of this country and the Issuance
of bonds In the sum of $790,000 for its
Improvement. The new district comprises
73,000 acres of land. About 100 land own
ers 111 the district affected attended the
session of the court.
I. & G. N. Shops Reopen.
Special 'telegram to The Express.
PALESTINE, Tex., May 10.—After a
forty-day lay-off fifty per cent of the em-
ployes of the International & Great North-
ern shops in this city resumed work to
day. If is expected the full force will
be taken back at an early date.
Rats Kill Pig and
Attack Stockdale Man
Special Telegram to The Kxpresn.
STOCKDALE, Tex., May 10.—Rats have
been informing some unusual stunts In
this vicinity. A colony of large wharf
rats some days ago killed a pig nine days
old and dragged it to their den, where they
devoured it. A few nights ago Louis Rice,
a farmer llviug several miles northeast of
here, was bitten on the toe by a large rat
as he was trying to run it out of his
kitchen.
TAYLOR CLUB ORGANIZED
Progressive League Formed With a
Large Charter Membership.
Special Telegram to The Express.
TaYLOK, Tex., May 10.—Enthusiasti-
cally launching their organization, 100
Taylorites tonight formed the Taylor Pro-
gressive League in the new opera houfc*.,
with ov*»r oOO persons and a brass band
in attendance. Constitution and by laws
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Cooke of Kleetra and Mr. Hirschfleld of
Waco addressed the audience.
Negro Is Killed.
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