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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1917
Page
1
The American steamship Algonquin was torpedoed without warning by a German submarine at six o clock on March 12. The crew were saved with twenty seven men landed. The captain later stated shell fire caused the sinking and no assistance was offered.
Four great railroad brotherhood chiefs traveled from Washington to New York to brief eastern union chairmen before meeting the national conference committee. They aim to present eight hour day demands and likely plan for a general strike if refused. Strike orders in the east are already issued to take effect Saturday pending decisions on the Adamson law and a possible presidential action.
German forces pull back along a three and a half mile front near Bapaume as British troops close in on the town. Berlin reports British attacks in the Ancre sector with heavy losses, while French advances near Verdun and in the Champagne region are noted. Turkish retreat from Baghdad is confirmed, and in Macedonia and Monastir area fighting continues with failed French assaults.
In High Point a 631 to 198 vote approved amendments to the city charter. The changes shorten council terms for Davis and Alexander by two years, allow May elections for all city officers, and remove partisan influence from future municipal races. Results showed broad support and quick tallying, with ward by ward data indicating strong majorities and a forthcoming April primary.
Washington reports discuss the Algonquin destruction and U S options. Officials say armed neutrality, arming ships, and possible war require congressional action. German submarine fire from 4000 yards preceded boarding and bombing of the vessel.
The Americas steamship Algonquin with 10 Americans aboard was sunk by a German submarine on March 12. Vessel and cargo valued at 1,700,000 dollars. All officers and crew safe, 27 landed. Formerly Canadian owned under British registry, transferred to American flag last December. Size 1,808 tons and 245 feet long.
American Minister Reinsch in Peking reported that China cut diplomatic relations with Germany. China took six German merchant ships in Shanghai, placed crews ashore under guard, and armed guards were placed on the vessels. The navy department received no further details from the Chinese waters commander.
Washington March 14 The navy department received bids on six 35 knot scout cruisers with four firms submitting figures. The Cramps of Philadelphia bid 5 950 000 for two ships while Seattle Construction and Dry Dock offered 5 975 000 for another. Fore River Shipbuilding proposed to build two.
Washington reports that China's severance of relations with Germany drew widespread approval from Chinese officials and press. The public mood stems from German submarine attacks and Kaiser Wilhelm's Boxer order, with calls to seize German property and ships in response.
The Stanly County Baptist association committee met in Albemarle to evaluate site proposals. D. D. Parker and A. C. Heath offered seven acres with subscriptions for a site just north of town. J. R. Mose, G. D. B. Reynolds and Davidson Talbert proposed 20 acres near Moss Springs east of town along the Albemarle Badin trolley line. W. H. Bivens of Rocky River Springs offered 50 acres with possible subscriptions. Other propositions were also considered.
Greensboro March 14 S. A. Hodgin assistant postmaster was severely injured when struck by a street car and later hit by a heavy motor truck on Spring Garden Street. He sustained a fractured facial bone and other injuries but is expected to recover, with initial hospital evaluation downgrading skull fracture concerns. A party from High Point witnessed the accident and transported him to J. Leo's hospital for treatment.
Chicago reports mixed sentiment on wheat as the Algonquin disaster stirred trading. Openings showed slight losses for May and July futures before a quick rebound and subsequent pullback, leaving prices volatile and unsettled.
Former ambassador Gerard arrived in Washington and was greeted at the railway station by Secretary Tumulty and officials. He may not meet the President for a day or two as the President continues to recover from a cold.
Lakeland hosts hundreds of visiting Knights of Pythias from across Florida for the annual Grand Lodge gathering with Pythian Sisters also meeting. City shines in gala attire as entertainment and sessions continue through Saturday.
President Wilson selects five new tariff commission members: Prof. Frank W. Taussig of Harvard, David J. Lewis of Cumberland Maryland, William Kent of Kent Field California, Daniel C. Roper of McCall South Carolina, E. P. Costigan of Denver Colorado, and W. S. Culberson of Emporia Kansas.
Wilson notes a nationwide railway strike could hinge on international affairs. He expects railroad and labor leaders to discuss foreign relations at tomorrow’s conference and seek agreement. The President is kept informed by Secretary Wilson of Labor.
The Eleventh District of the North Carolina division United Daughters of the Confederacy will meet at Raeford on May 8 with the Rae ford chapter hosting. Delegations from Lamberton Red Springs Maxton Dunn St Paul Linden Raeford and Fayetteville are expected to attend. Mrs. T L Townsend of Lamberton is district directress. Mrs John W Moore presides over the Raeford chapter.
Rocky Mount residents embrace a two phase effort starting March 14 to plant gardens and clear idle lots. Mayor Tillery issues a proclamation urging citizens to join in a two week cleanup on east and west sides of the railroad with Civic League backing.
Denver hosts the Colorado society of the Daughters of the American Revolution for a two day meeting. Delegates from local chapters attend the opening sessions and will elect representatives for the national conference in Washington next month.
In New York on March 14 the cotton market opened barely steady with a small decline as traders priced in word of an American steamer having been sunk. May futures slipped to about 17.85 while October traded around 16.86, with March at 18.00 and other contracts near those levels.
Rain falls tonight with colder conditions in the extreme west and warmer weather in the central and southeast. Thursday brings fair skies, interior cooling, and moderate east winds turning variable.
President Wilson nominates Isaac J. Young to be postmaster at Henderson North Carolina in Washington on March 14.
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