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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1916
Page
11
President Wilson states the United States will sever diplomatic relations if Germany does not abandon its warfare on passenger and freight ships. The note to Berlin emphasizes patience, hope for sincerity, and the desire to align German acts with humane law.
The United States asserts submarines must be limited to warfare against warships, condemning unrestricted commerce destruction as incompatible with humanity and neutral rights. It cites the Sussex case and presents German torpedo pieces as evidence, noting von Bernstorff’s stance but seeking a lawful restraint before further diplomatic rupture.
The president outlined a new approach to the Berlin crisis after a private briefing with lawmakers. He read the note to Berlin last night and spoke to Congress, eliciting sympathy as America awaits Germany’s response and the next crucial moment in the standoff.
Georgia congressional members avoided full comment on the address, stressing gravity of the crisis. Leaders Hoke Smith and Hardwick had hinted support for a peaceful path, while Smith urged calm consideration and accountability for England’s trade actions.
The funeral for Colonel Willis E Ragan who died Tuesday at his home 474 Peachtree Street will be held at 11 this morning from the residence with Rev O Flinn of the North Avenue Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be in Oakland. The Atlanta Merchants and Manufacturers Association adopted a resolution of respect praising Ragan for his service and noting the loss to the organization.
Benjamin Baker Crew 72 former president of Phillips and Crew Co. and longtime Atlanta resident died after a two week illness in his Ponce de Leon apartments. Funeral at First Methodist Church with Rev. Glenn and Rev. Dickey officiating. Interment Oakland. Survived by wife Miss Virginia Fowler, son Ben Lee Crew and two daughters. Crew active in North Georgia Methodist church work and civic causes. veteran of the Confederate service. He moved to Atlanta after the war and helped build a major southern piano and music business.
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