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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1917
Page
4
The article reports President Wilson urging neutrals to mirror U S actions after Germany’s submarine war threat. It details diplomatic moves, potential break with Austria, convoy debates, ambassadorial transfers, and congressional support as the nation prepares for possible war scenarios.
John E Crowley a noted legal authority discusses potential seizure of German merchant ships in American ports. He notes such actions could be justified by international law but warns there are practical difficulties ahead.
Mr Crowley argues the United States could legally seize merchant ships if designated auxilliary cruisers of the German navy. He notes wartime urgency, potential German protests, and the risk of broader conflict, suggesting restraint to avoid sparking war.
Samuel J. Elder, president of the Massachusetts branch of the League to Enforce Peace, spoke at Newtonville urging that U S entry into the war will forge a powerful alliance with the allies. He predicted a lasting world peace enforced by a united front stronger than any future coalition.
In the Oise Aisne sector French forces conducted a surprise assault on German trenches near Tracy-le-Val and took prisoners. Artillery activity continued on Verdun fronts and British and German actions occurred along the Ancre, Beaucourt, Tirul swamp, Kalnzem road, and the Aa in cold conditions. Italian troops repelled a surprise assault in the upper Comelico Valley amid snowfall.
Across New England plants and rail yards police and private guards tighten protections. Edison Company fencing, reinforced by night shifts. Everett acids and explosives plants also under doubled guard. New Haven and other rail lines add guards at yards, bridges, and junctions amid heightened security. An Edison Dorchester service station chase ends with fugitives escaping.
Madrid via London Feb 4 The Imparcial reports Spain will publish tomorrow a strong protest to Germany over unrestricted submarine warfare. The paper says Spain contends torpedoing neutral steamers as threatened is not authorized by international law.
Washington reports the Belgian relief commission orders all transport facilities suspended while negotiations via the Spanish ambassador in Berlin seek a safe direct supply lane to Belgium. Fifteen ships in the war zone are unreachable and face grave risk from mines. chairman Herbert C Hoover says ships reaching Dutch ports may be destroyed by German or British mines. The commission, with State Department support, will stay on duty and continue work through neutral states if needed.
Berlin silent on U S rupture while announces talks to ease transport hurdles for neutral states. Government says negotiations are under way to meet essential raw material needs, focusing on coal and iron.
Brigadier-General Sweetser believed Germany had begun operations after a Glendale street stove explosion shattered his home in Everett. Chester E Blanchard, upstairs resident, reportedly lit the fire to warm the downstairs suite, triggering the blast as ice formed in the stove pipes.
Technology's crew schedule features three races with a season opener at a regatta during junior week. The institute oarsmen hold their first regular training session this afternoon.
Jack Winrow holder of the Lord Lonsdale heavyweight belt faces Cyclone Burns to a finish in a wrestling match at the Grand Opera House on Thursday.
An advertisement touts Plant Juice herbal remedy for indigestion and energy loss, featuring a testimonial from Archibald Anstey of Somerville. It notes a local agent at Houghton & Dutton Drug Department and promotes plain coconut oil conditioner as a superior shampoo alternative.
The French liner Rochambeau sails to Bordeaux with 26 Americans aboard. The Cunard Carmania carries 18 passengers and the Atlantic Manhattan is en route. White Star Cedric and Frederik VIII arrive, Finland due in Liverpool at 5 am, Philadelphia slow due to propeller damage, St. Paul due in New York this morning.
The body of John J. Jordan aged 29 was found yesterday in the vacant lot behind 45 Harvard Street Cambridge. He lived at 29 Hastings Street Cambridge. The discovery was reported to authorities and investigations are underway.
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