Jasper County Democrat, Volume 15, Number 41, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 August 1912 — Wise Naval Proposition. [ARTICLE]

Wise Naval Proposition.

The naval situation was thoughtfully handled in the Democratic platform. It says: “We approve the measure reported by the Democratic leaders in the house of representatives for the creation of a council of national officials which will determine a definite naval program with a view to Increased efficiency and economy.” An effort was made in the senate by Senator Overman of North Carolina, Democrat, to bring about a committee amendment calling for a national council of defense, similar to the one proposed in the platform, but his suggestion was defeated on a point of order. The Democratic recommendation appears sound Why would it not be a wise thing for congress to approve two battleships for the present and then create the council of defense?