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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1916
Page
7
Officials warn that war time shifts in policy render past assurances on the Lusitania incident insufficient for future guarantees. Austro German threat to sink armed merchant ships intensifies concern that the agreement may not cover forthcoming risks and require clearer safeguards.
The article discusses the Austro German note and Germany's need to clarify its position, with Austria possibly confirming later. It notes the U S circular to the entente on disarming merchant ships does not alter Washington’s demand that belligerents comply with international law in submarine warfare. It also highlights Germany's internal politics, the Von Tirpitz faction growing influence, and the need for delicate handling of the situation.
State department reviews grave tensions over German submarine policy and armed merchantmen pledges. Washington weighs whether armed ships in defense qualify as warships and how Austria and Germany may respond. Von Bernstorff had not reported recent contacts as negotiations continue on armament rules and defenses.
The transcript shows Secretary Lansing defending wording on armed merchant ships amid German assertions that U S prompts drove their statements. The German and Austrian memoranda are linked to the American memorandum, and Count von Bernstorff was expected for state department talks to relay U S views.
Reports from Paria dated February 16 describe only minor operations on the front. Heavy fighting in Artois and Champagne has subsided, with artillery targeting supply convoys north of Tracy le Val and near Berry au Bac, plus bombardment southeast of St Mihiel in the forest of Apremont. No major events reported on the rest of the front.
An official communiqué reports an intense artillery duel on the upper Isonzo with Austrian trenches and shelters demolished in the Monte Nero district. Italian patrols bombed Austrian trenches near Fodgora, while Austrian trenches on Carse plateau were attacked. Civilians suffered some casualties as enemy artillery caused minor damage, and Italian aviators neutralized threats near Schio and Gorizia. A separate report notes French aeroplanes bombed Strumitza, Bulgaria, dropping 158 bombs and igniting several fires before returning safely.
Georgia waterways are provided in a $49,000,000 river and harbor bill approved by the house committee on rivers and harbors. Georgia projects include Savannah harbor maintenance and river works from the Altamaha to the Coosa, with totals listed for Brunswick, Darien, and St. Marys. Also noted are surveys of several Georgia waterways and plans for grander depths and new projects pending final passage. A U S soldier invents a grenade fired from a rifle four times as far as hand throws.
Petrograd reports the fall of Erzerum boosting aims in Armenia and the logistics corridor to Trebizond and Mesopotamia. The capture, following nine forts, signals a strategic breakthrough amid heavy snow and strong Turkish defenses.
The Georgia Supreme Court ruled that evidence seized from a suspect by an illegal search may be admissible in court. The decision, issued from two Macon cases, reverses prior doctrine and centers on warrants lacking specific descriptions and general police knowledge. William Calhoun and William Smith were arrested in Macon, searched, and found with concealed pistols, leading to six months or a $50 fine sentences, appeals followed.
Seven leading fire insurance companies are sued in as many actions to recover 6350 alleged fire losses of D. Warren & Co. after a November 21 1914 fire. The Warren firm is in involuntary bankruptcy and trustee J M Morrow seeks to marshal unpaid policy funds for creditors. The named insurers include Caledonian Hartford Continental Fidelity Phenix Allstate Security Union United Firemen. One Warren brother was acquitted of arson, while another arson charge followed.
Annapolis Md February 16 T W Harrison Jr of Virginia one of 82 midshipmen forced to resign from the naval academy for study deficiencies today knocked down Instructor Julian M Lacalle of the academy after an angry street confrontation Friends separated them and neither was seriously hurt Harrison earlier figured in the gouging scandal at the academy last summer as a football player and athlete of note Lacalle taught in the modern languages department whose exam papers were alleged stolen and circulated among midshipmen prior to final examinations
Havre February 1 Allied Powers signatories renew commitments to Belgium's independence and neutrality. They will not end hostilities until Belgium is politically and economically restored and indemnified for damages. Russian spokesman quotes declaration from France Great Britain and Russia offering Belgium a say in peace negotiations and aid to restore finances and trade. Belgian foreign minister Beyong cites deep gratitude and vows to spread the pledge's impact.
An Italian minister told Baron Beyens Italy objected to Belgium's independence breach but supported the declaration. A Japanese government followed with a similar announcement signaling allied resolve to defend Belgium and continue the struggle to restore order and independence.
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