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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1916
Page
3
A momentous note to Berlin threatens severance of diplomatic relations and possible war over the U boat issue. The American president is determined to press Kaiser's government for immediate compliance and a showdown nears.
President Wilson told a joint session of Congress that the United States will sever diplomatic relations with Germany if submarine warfare continues. He announced a final note to Berlin and outlined Germanys violation of international law, signaling a potential break with Germany.
Washington reports quote President Wilson casting his submarine vow in prophetic terms. He urged courage to confront global duties and defend humanity, saying America must act where its interests align with all mankind and never forget its tradition of fighting for humanity. He spoke at a Jay celebration and to the Daughters of the American Revolution after addressing Congress.
Berlin reports on British and American reactions as newspapers in Germany debate President Wilson’s note. Critics fear Washington’s stance toward Mexico and submarine warfare, with some papers urging a hard line while others push for an amicable settlement.
London April 20 The Commons session opens with strong public tension over conscription despite an apparent cabinet compromise. A proposed postponement of universal conscription, with a future possibility, is seen as easing the labor party and others’ concerns while leaders announce the expected policy.
White Plains New Jersey April 1 1920 The estate of the late Krid Harding Davis war correspondent and novelist who died a week ago is left in trust to his widow Elizabeth Genevieve McEvoy Davis and their infant daughter Hope under the will filed for probate yesterday The estate is valued at about 250000 Charles Belmont Davis a writer and brother is designated to oversee the trustee's literary work
Hastings on Hudson N Y April 20 Martial law declared within Hastings village as state troops are called to duty after rioting by strikers of the National Conduit and Cable company. Sheriff summons National Guardsmen. several officers deployed to protect a 2 000 000 plant and 3 000 workers. No injuries reported. Company demands include shorter workday and higher wages.
London reports that Britain and France have cabled their reply to the American note on interference with military commerce by the Entente allies. The message, to be presented in Washington by the French and British ambassadors, comprises a two part long note and a supplement signed by the French government. Since arrival at Washington, some cable changes have been made to the original text.
Lincoln Neb The state of Nebraska reports increased costs due to rising living expenses It cost 314620 more to run the state in the latest quarter than the same period in 1916 Nearly one third of the rise goes to state institutions The quarterly salary total was 415000 Stamp expenses 7244 and telephone service 6158
Washington April 1 officials planned to release a fete to Germany for publication in the morning but revised the plan to release a longer document. The official word indicated about 4 o clock, with roughly 6000 words including a 2400 word appendix. Secretary Lansing told Count von Hernatertz of Germany that he was ready to discuss the submarine situation and a conference may be arranged for tomorrow. The day prior, Holary Lanning informed us he could not discuss the matter.
New York April 1. Marine insurance writers raise war risk rates on shipments from New York to Bordentown and other Bay of Biscay ports. Losses from the Huntleh steamer Harrovian sinking estimated at 1.6 million dollars. Rates to London up 1 percent in 10 days, now 4 percent. Rates to other UK east coast ports and Havre about 3 to 6 percent. Western England rates up, South America and AustraliaQuoted at 4 and 5 percent after prior drops. Continuous German threat noted.
Grand Rapids April 11 Acc to announcement typhus germs found in the blood of Arthur Warren Waite husband of the dentist awaiting trial in New York for murder of his father in law John Peck of Grand Rapids Mrs Waite has gone to a sanitarium for treatment Her condition is serious During the illness of Mrs Waite parents in New York her husband allegedly furnished for her and her parents a throat spray meant to prevent colds Dr Waite said the solution may have carried the germs and been the vehicle for the deadly infection
New York officials report Germany seeks release of Wolf Von Igel former secretary to Captain Frans Von Papen. Igel is indicted for complicity in a Welland canal plot alleged to have been organized in 1914. Disputed issue whether offense occurred before his embassy tenure.
In Savannah on April 1, three men described as Germans were arrested at Hardeeville, South Carolina, at the request of Lieut. A. P. Cronkhite of the U S engineers as suspected spies. A search found maps detailing fortifications and roads and an elaborate photonegative unit. The men paid $5,000 each to avoid vagrancy charges, claiming they were only suspicious. Cronkhite has been surveying military maps and collecting data along the South Atlantic coast, with the three foreigners said to be following him.
Syracuse reports Lieutenant Fikentseier of the German Emden raider, destroyed by the Sydney, escaped from Malta and is now a prisoner in Sicily. He vows to die by his own hand rather than fall into British hands, stating Germany aims for war and Italian authorities cannot surrender him.
Reports from Washington and Mexico City discuss Villa death rumors and the recall or reinforcement of American forces pursuing Villa. Secretary Baker notes General Scott will visit San Antonio to gather information for department decisions. General Funston maintains control as cabinet weighs shifting border headquarters to shorten communications. Additional troops for General Pershing are considered to support the expedition.
In Wilmington Delaware Ernest Schiller alias Clarence Hudson pled guilty to piracy after hijacking 56 crew aboard the British freighter Matoppe. He was sentenced to life in a federal prison in Atlanta, claiming vengeance against Enebeond and a desire to help Germany. He said the crew would have faced murder if forced to comply.
Washington April 19 The federal trade commission filed a formal complaint against A. B. Dick of Chicago and Neostyle of New York allied firms, manufacturers of mimeographing machines and supplies, charging violation of the Clayton veto attaching license restrictions to mimeographing machines.
A Porto dispatch reports heavy losses from the burning of the naval arsenal at Lisebon with scientific gear damaged and investigations into an apparently intent origin. It mentions a Finnish process to color khaki and orange shades using acetometric acid, and notes Ohio State University trustees approve a professorship plan to free scholars from teaching for full time research.
A Pan-American fair will be held in San Antonio two years hence to commemorate Fran Chein, who introduced missions and religion to the far western border of North America. He founded four missions in present day Texas between 1720 and 1721.
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