United States Considers Breaking With Germany
Washington weighs severing relations after Germany pledges unrestricted submarine warfare. Note delivered to Gerard More severe than prior, signaling new danger. Berlin's actions spark calls for a tougher U.S. stance as Berlin’s plan shifts, with reports of Von Tirpitz deposed for not going far enough. Germany reportedly owns nearly 500 submarines.
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Gerard
Starff
Lansing
von Tirpitz
Germany
Ing
United States
Traquil
Count von Bernstorff
Berlin
Washington Faces Break With Germany Over Shipping
Washington reports after a Wilson Lansing conference that a break in diplomatic relations with Germany seems likely with possible warnings beforehand. Officials view the situation as grave and note actions to safeguard ports may already be planned, while Congress shows no push to debate the issue.
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Washington
Wilson
Lansing
Germany
Berlin
Congress
Leak inquiry halted as witnesses pressed on names
New York hearings of the leak inquiry likely end today as committee members plan to reconvene in Washington. F. A. Connolly refuses to name anyone providing information, saying he cannot recall sources tied to the note. he cites the international situation as a factor in delaying further testimony.
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New York
Washington
F. A. Connolly
R. W. Bolling
Wilson
Campbell
Kansas
Connolly
Connoly
Bolling
German Docks in New York Under Heavy Guard
New York reports a heavy police guard surrounding the docks and interned German ships and goods. The measure aims to stop un clearance departures, with nightly enforcement to prevent movements. Washington notes fog prevented ships from leaving, but denies harbor closure.
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N.Y
New York
Godley
Washington
Treasury Department
New York Harbor
Townley Defends Tax System and Farm Support Plan
A fragmentary report shows Townley defending a taxation approach amid a discussion about farmers and public duties. It notes Peter Vandenover and a county commissioner as involved figures while referencing limits and advocacy for sky's the limit policies. The context centers on rural concerns and political stances.
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Hinty Townley
Peter Vandenover
Cnanty
Sky
Hartman Leads Winnipeg to St Paul Victory in 81 Mile Race
Fred Hartman, the Boston chemist, surged from the rear to lead the Winnipeg to St Paul race by 14 miles, passing rivals and reaching Dunkin at 6 08 this morning. Hjartarson is out with a knee injury, while Mike Kelly of Osakis plans to quit despite his late arrival and others press on toward Dunkin before 10 o'clock.
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St. Paul
Fred Hartman
Boston
Paul
Carnival
Dankis
Hjurtur Hanson
Alexandria
Hartman
Sauk Center
Mike Kelly
Big Island
Osakis
Alexandia
Dunkin
German freighter Liebenrat believed scuttled in harbor
Reports from Charleston say the German man freighter Liebenrat of the Han ga line tied here since the war began began sinking at 9 this morning. The captain declined tug aid and crew were sent home. By noon the ship showed signs of settling but the stern rail remained near water. Marine men believe damage renders her unsalvageable for some time.
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Liebenrat
Hanga
Kiattenhoff
Lascars
Bross
Lichenfels
Lockwood
Cecilia
Charleston
Taft Assails German Blockade Policy In Speech
Former President William Howard Taft addressed the state legislature criticizing Germanys policy of unrestricted submarine warfare as a grossly unwarranted extension of the right of blockade. He warned it endangers neutral shipping and urged accelerated military and naval preparedness against aggression.
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William H. i
Tod
Germany
France
England
Prohibition by Statute New Plan in Minnesota House
J Paul Minn Feb 1 A statutory prohibition bill will be introduced in the Minnesota house Monday. The measure aims to enact a bone dry law effective Jan 1 1919. Dry leaders, after yesterday’s constitutional amendment debate, are canvassing members to push the statutory plan. An automobile license is costly and unclear details follow.
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J. Paul, Minn
Minnesota
War stocks crumble as wheat breaks over 15 cents
New York and Chicago markets opened with heavy selling after Germany announced unrestricted warfare. US steel fell to near par while Bethlehem Steel slid sharply, marine shares and war-related issues led the broad decline. Wheat dropped 15 cents at the opening with May futures quoted around 1.65 in Minneapolis and 1.62 to 1.68 in Chicago.
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New York
New York Stock Exchange
Wall Street
Germany
Hugh
Stone
Marine Preferred
Atx
Steel
Utah Copper
United States
United Kingdom
Paris
United States Steel
Bethlehem
Marine
Atlantic
Gulf and West Indies
Minneapolis
Minneapolis Exchange
12 hogs seen since Civil War stir Chicago market
Chicago February 1 the $12 hog seen yesterday for the first time since the Civil War continued to rule the market this morning. By midmorning prices dropped about 25 cents from opening levels of 15 to 20 cents above yesterday’s average as trading progressed.
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Chicago
Spain Endsangered by Submarine Warfare Waits on America
Madrid dispatch reports the Madrid Liberal quotes German moves to loosen sea warfare restrictions as a threat to Spain bringing hunger ruin and great danger. It notes Spain waits to see what line the United States will take and act accordingly.
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Spain
America
London
Reuter
Madrid
United States
London Stirred By Sub Warfare
London reports that Germany’s declaration of unrestricted submarine warfare has caused deep concern in England. The note to neutrals, not Britain, will shape neutral policy and influence U.S. decisions. Entente circles anticipate responses after naval conference discussions and warnings to neutral ships entering restricted zones.
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London
England
United States
Spain
Entente
United Sta
Germany
Spanish ministers urge calm as neutrality stressed
Madrid reports say Spain’s interior minister asked newspapers to observe discreet composure after a central powers note on naval measures. He warned that disclosure could spark disorders and governments fear parliament may adjourn to avoid dangerous discussion.
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London
Reuter
Madrid
England Builds Fleet of Submarine Chasers for Safe Lanes
A New York report says England maintains a fleet of over 4,000 submarine chasers to keep shipping lanes clear and ensure the port remains open while American ships begin routes carrying important cargo to allied forces.
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England
N. Y
Germany readies U boat fleet for victory and strike
Berlin reports Chancellor van Bethmann Hollweg and Reichstag ministers review war plans. He states a ripe moment for unrestricted submarine warfare and a potential path to victory, citing boosted U-boat numbers and a dire world cereal harvest pressuring Britain and allies.
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Berlin
van Bethmann-Hollweg
Ways and Means Committee
Reichstag
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Supreme Army Command
Germany
England
France
Italy
Milmarines
Danish Ship Is Ordered to Hold Up At New York Port
New York February 1 The Danish passenger steamer Hellig Olaf bound for Copenhagen was ordered to remain in port until further notice. The Holland-American line also halted, with five ships in American ports. British and French lines awaited official orders as they reassessed sailings while continuing to book passengers and freight today.
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New York
Hellig Olaf
Copenhagen
Holland-American Line
Kirk
Wall
London
America
American Ship to Sail St Louis to Leave Saturday
New York reports the American line steamship St Louis will sail on Saturday as scheduled with no changes. The article notes no effort will be made to alter the planned voyage and confirms the upcoming departure without delay.
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Louis
Saterday
New York
American Line
St. Louis
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U.S
Cer Faln Scye
Navy Department
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Treasury
Hitchcock
Senate ‘Foreign Relations Committee
White House
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Gernanon
M. House
Ines
Not
Townley
Lambert
Tits City
John J. Tee
Hanson
Kelly
Libenfels
Charleston, S. C
Taft
Stagatec
Board of Trade
Preach Hines
Bethmann - Hollweg
Britain
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