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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1917
Page
5
Congress convenes April 2 as government accepts Ford automobile plant plan. Cabinet splits over the most practical method to counter German sea claims. Fifteen members of the Vigilancia crew remain missing after torpedo attack.
President Wilson issues a proclamation calling Congress to convene in extra session at noon on April 2 1917 to receive communications on grave international policy questions. The notice, dated March 21 1917, orders all eligible members to attend at the Capitol.
Washington reports Secretary Daniels accepted Henry Ford's offer to use the Detroit plant for war needs. Cabinet deliberations focus on risking a state of war with Germany and the possibility of an extraordinary Congress session to speed national preparedness. Fifteen Americans died when the vessel Vigilancia was torpedoed, deepening the crisis.
Federal secret service agents await a war announcement from Washington as they confront German propaganda spread nationwide. Emissaries continue activities despite German officials' withdrawal, with funding sources and operatives under study. The network's key members are expected to surprise many observers.
Petrograd reports the Duma will end its role as the revolutionary executive, transferring extraordinary powers to a cabinet led by Premier Prince Looff. The state will be governed by a ministers council until a constitutional assembly is convoked, with universal suffrage proclaimed and future government shape to depend on the will of the people.
The Norwegian vessel Collingwood of 1,042 tons and the French ship Jules Gammes of 2,595 tons were sunk by submarines near London on March 21.
Elizabeth New Jersey police judge Mahon rules cigarette smoking wires may be soundly and artistically spanked in a decision reported from the city.
Rumors circulate in New York on March 21 about a possible revolt in Germany and potential events involving the Kaiser. No confirmation or clear source is found, with origins traced to a financial circle and no detail on what actually occurred.
London report says the Tunisie and Haelen were attacked outside the danger zone. Seven crewmen died and hull damage occurred on the Haelen. German seaplanes reported circling the ships before they steamed to Stavanger for temporary repairs.
New York March 20 The improved condition of Senator Albert B Cummins of Iowa allowed him to leave the hospital where he was taken after he collapsed at the Republican club on Saturday.
Franklin D. Roosevelt outlines a prominent position for an assistant naval head in his strategic plans. The proposal emphasizes strengthening leadership within the Navy and coordinating broader wartime efforts across services.
London March 21 report the British imperial conference opened with colonial statesmen joining British ministers at Premier Troyd George's residence. Delegates include Sir Robert L. Borden Canadian premier William F. Massey New Zealand premier Sir Robert Morris Newfoundland prime minister Lieutenant General Smuts of South Africa and three Indians J Austen Chamberlain Maharajah of Bikaner and Sir Satendra P. Sinha. Australia was not represented.
Former Prime Minister Asquith delivered a forceful defense of Lord Kitchener in the house of commons. He said Kitchener was a masterful, self directed leader who did consult military opinion and acted as his own chief of staff in the war’s early months. He also noted the Dardanelles expedition was chiefly naval because troops were not available for a joint operation.
Robert 8. Lovett, chairman of the Union Pacific, tells a congressional committee that immediate nationalization of railroad control is essential. He says final disposition of the control issue will greatly affect securing new capital for continued railroad development.
London March 21 Andrew Bonar Law chancellor of the exchequer informed the house of commons the government is considering calling a conference with dominion representatives to work out a settlement of the Irish question. The Weather.
Berlin claims the German retreat from Arras to Saint Quentin foils Allied plans for a spring offensive. The evacuation covers Bapaume Roye Noyon and Peronne as part of a larger strategic move described as the Hindenburg line. British and French forces press pursuit amid destroyed bridges and cratered roads.
Fulton Rochester heavy weight Fred Fulton was enjoined by Judge Thompson from boxing under any manager but Mike Collins. Collins sued to enforce their contract. Fulton must pay Collins 900 dollars plus costs. Fulton is reported to be in New York.
Two American consuls recently serving in Germany have been assigned to duty with the consul general in Berne Switzerland A W Donegan formerly at Magdeburg and William P Kent formerly at Leipzig will join Berne duties through the allotment by the State Department.
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