German Note Defends Submarine Policy and Cites Indemnity
The German Government states it investigated the American note of May 15 and seeks frank cooperation. It argues that neutral ships in the war zone face attacks only in isolated cases due to British flag abuse and master misconduct, and it expresses regret for any damage to neutrals. It discusses Lusitania and Falaba incidents, accuses Britain of arming merchant ships, and claims self defense while noting mediation proposals by the United States were blocked by Britain.
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Germany and United States Clash Over Lusitania Sinking
A record of German charges and U S responses regarding the Lusitania’s sinking. Germany accuses Britain of arming ships and ordering attacks on submarines. the United States asserts neutral rights and humanitarian norms governed the incident and rejects blame on U S law.
Back Up the President urged as the way to suspend judgment
The Boston Globe argues for suspending judgment on the protest reply and backing the President. It urges calm, moral protest and tempered reception to uphold the neutrality trust amid international tensions.
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Hartford Opinion Calls for Neutral Stance in War Talks
The Hartford Courant argues Americans should avoid war with European powers and even Mexico. It urges severing diplomatic ties and enacting non-intercourse to apply a peaceful warfare, noting the nation has little to fight with and should not back belligerence.
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Mexico
Germany
England
Wilson policy and neutral travel rights questioned
The Commercial Tribune from Cincinnati critiques the Wilson administration's approach to diplomacy, accusing it of pro long negotiations and disrespecting the Wilson letter. It argues the stance echoes a face-saving tactic while neglecting neutral rights to traverse oceans without interference by belligerents.
Kaiser’s Rep Calls Treaties Scraps of Paper
The Hague Convention representative signed a guarantee but militarist arrogance treats prewar pacts as scraps of paper when they hinder immediate tactical gains.
German answer to Wilson note regrets Lusitania attack stance
The German government's response to President Wilson's May note regrets the attacks on American ships Cushing and Gulflight and defers Lusitania remarks pending future discussion. The American public says the reply fails to address key issues, increases tensions, and ignores the harm to U S citizens and neutral rights.
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German answer leaves no room to bend on sea policy
The German note rejects the President's demands and refuses to promise changes in submarine warfare. It indicates Germany’s course is right and that no severance of relations can be avoided if the policy continues. The country awaits the President’s decision with interest and anxiety.
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The German View on Dracusaton Peace Efforts
The German government replies, arguing Germany seeks peace with America and implies Lusitania was armed as an auxiliary cruiser. The piece suggests German submarine officers may have believed the Lusitania could offer armed resistance.
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German reply on Wilson note deemed unsatisfactory
Washington reports the German reply to President Wilson’s note is even more disappointing to officials than the summaries. Berlin appears to reiterate submarine warfare while offering little on Lusitania and Cushing, with public sentiment guiding U S action and the possibility of rejection looming.
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