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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1917
Page
1
The article reports on Berlin decree pressures and Washington's readiness for prompt action. It details German diplomatic moves, notes on ambassador Vou Titz, potential submarine threats, and the looming risk of severed ties with the United States. It references U S officials, Treasury of notes, and possible food disruption.
An inquiry into leaks steps up with hearings in New York and Washington resuming tomorrow at 2 oclock. Washington broker J A Connolly testifies about wartime notes and information flow, with Crompheil named and requests for full examination by representatives. Connolly details his firm connections, money, and a list of persons trading with him as the committee presses for records and names.
Boston, Feb 1. No move toward restricting movement in the harbor has been made in relation to the German note. The Innned Dreamer patrols the harbor to guard against infractions of noise and traffic. Several torpedo boats and destroyers are at the navy yard ready for action. Six German steamers and one Austrian steamer shelter at nearby docks: Bray Gelderland Cecilia Koln Kronprinz Wittekind and Ockenfels.
Stocks slumped at the open as market nerves held to a turning point amid wartime fears. Prices fell across steel and major issues, with trading excitement and sharp losses contrasting with brief recoveries in late sessions as investors weighed Germany's war stance and U.S. policy signals. A center of activity formed around New York and other exchanges as concern over shortages and demand unsettled the market.
In New York the cotton future market tumbled as May contracts slumped about 16 cents and later recovered to around 16 cents amid volatile trading. Reports from the market indicated intense selling pressure with widespread loss in value, while positions from the south showed occasional rallies and brief coverages.
War edict halts shipping with New York harbor closed at night. German and Austrian vessels face intensified scrutiny as authorities tighten port controls to curb wartime movement and potential raids.
Reports from London indicate that the German declaration of war has caused a profound sensation in England and shifted attention to policy responses. The note to neutrals is framed for later handling and may affect Entente nations and neutrals alike.
About 4,000 Mexican refugees are fleeing a border region occupied by American troops and moving toward the United States. Roughly 2,600 travel ahead of Gunora Perabing forces, while others proceed by train from Colonia Dub.
The note communicates Germany’s willingness to pursue peaceful relations and respect for national rights. It urges deterring aggression, condemns conquest aims, and promises cooperation with the United States while outlining dangers of war at sea and calls for restraint.
A German ship, Lickenfels, reportedly sank in an American port after initial signs of listing. Crew were evacuated, with officers aboard as the vessel settled in rising water near the city wharf. Weather conditions and hull damage hindered quick assessment of final fate.
Washington discussion at the United States Chamber of Commerce annual meeting calls for acquiring the Danish Islands to secure American and Latin American commerce. The committee on foreign relations argues the purchase would remove risk of involvement in Mayapenn politics and wartime tensions, with Charing I. Sherrill of New York presenting the report and President Wilden weighing in to avoid the appearance of prolonging the war.
A war cabinet session in Berlin with Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg and ministers considered the central powers' submarine strategy. Officials debated the risks and potential gains of unrestricted warfare, noting allied cargo losses and the need to secure ore, timber, and fuel for wartime production.
The fragmentary notice reports Friday night would bring very cold conditions across large areas with unclear details.
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