Germany Stakes All in Unrestricted U-Boat War Plan
Berlin reports Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg and ministers argued today's war strategy, asserting Germany must fight to the end. They justified unrestricted submarine warfare by submarine strength gains, wartime need, and global cargo shortages, aiming to pressure Britain, France, and Italy while offering safe neutral passage and ready victory.
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The President Could Not Have Done Less Declares Bickett
Raleigh Feb 3 Governor Bickett defended the severing of diplomatic ties with Germany saying North Carolina is peaceful and conservative. He urged staying the hand if possible but pledged national honor and safety would be upheld if American ships or lives were destroyed.
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Newton Traveling Men Embarrassed on Train Incident
Grover S. Murray and T Sustare from Maiden and Hickory, traveling salesmen, were involved in an embarrassing train incident at High Point. A pickpocket, N C McDowell of Randolph County, accused them of being thieves after they laughed off his question about his money. The men had to stay at High Point until learning his identity.
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Not for Power, But for Law and Humanity Wilson Tells Congress
President Wilson announces the severance of diplomatic relations with Germany in a joint session of Congress. He outlines Germanys submarine warfare policy and the United States commitment to liberty and justice, warning of possible further actions to protect American lives at sea.
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German Americans Stand By Adopted Nation in War Time
In St Louis on February 4 German Americans express patriotism and unity with the United States. Leaders including Richard Bartholdt Otto Teichmann Ben Brinkman and F H Kreismann pledge America first while supporting President Wilson and neutrality amid diplomatic break.
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Suffering on Mexican Territory Highlighted by Texas Family
Mrs. Gerard Miller of Texas details a Texas family's ruin after moving to a ranch in Mexico. The husband died of fever, son Ernest Miller was shot, Addie Lamar Miller was mortally wounded, and the ranch was looted. They returned to Texas amid drought, rising prices, and losses from 1915 to 1916.
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Gerard Miller
Texas
Virginia F. Shipp
Adam Miller
Catawba
Bega
Ernest Miller
Villa
Addie Lamar Miller
San Antonio
Brownsville
Miller
Mauney Brothers
Kingsmountain
Cherryville
Bone Dry Utah Amendment Heads to Governor for Signature
Utah senate passes bone dry statewide prohibition after house approval. The measure now goes to the governor for signature following a pivotal vote and upcoming placement on Monday for final action.
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President Wilson Breaks Off Relations With Germany
President Wilson declares the United States has severed diplomatic relations with Germany over unrestricted submarine warfare. Passports are issued for Count von Bernstorff and staff. American consuls ordered home. German interests in the US handed to neutral powers. war looms as Congress acts on security and convoy questions.
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Starvation Blockade Threat Prompts U S Warning
Germany declares unrestricted submarine warfare and a starvation blockade against England. Notes delivered to Ambassador Gerard and the State Department signal a possible severance of relations, recalling Wilson and Lansing warnings as crisis deepens.
Ford Offers Plant to Government in Washington Visit
Henry Ford, renowned maker of automobiles and peace advocate, is reported in Detroit to be meeting with President Wilson and other government officials in Washington. The claim states he plans to offer the Ford plant in Detroit for government use.
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