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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
2
A German inquiry from Berlin moved toward a formal ultimatum after 72 U.S. sailors were demanded released. The report notes international pressure and possible escalation as diplomatic channels respond to the incident.
Washington reports a diplomatic surge as the U S dispatches an inquiry to Berlin over the re detention of American seamen aboard the Yarrow. Secretary of State faces possible ultimatum while von Bernstorff bids farewell in Washington hoping for war avoidance and lasting friendship. Kaiser Wilhelm reportedly travels to Vienna for a conference with Emperor Charles.
The House approved a 369 million dollar naval bill by 353 to 23, authorizing emergency private shipyard control and aircraft patents purchases before March 1, 1918. Funds cover battleships, cruisers, destroyers, and tenders. state politics note Illinois Senate adopts prohibition measure 31 to 18. Mexican raid on U S ranch near Hachita, Villa followers reportedly captured several people and livestock. Gerards head to Paris. neutral ships note grace periods have ended per Berlin.
The Hague white paper asserts Dutch rights to freedom of the sea amid German declared danger zones. It denounces blockade claims as unlawful, warns destruction of neutral ships breaches international law, and states Germany bears responsibility if Dutch ships are forced into danger zones or seized by force.
Telegraph notices report Frederick J. Ferrell surrendering in Montreal amid murder claims in Philadelphia. Refugee camps in Columbus New Mexico dissolve as Mormon settlers head to Deming. Carranza’s envoy and Mexican ambassadorial plans stir U.S. diplomacy. Pensions restored for Huerta-era soldiers. Wisconsin guards return home. Gold price soars to highest since war start. U.S. probes food price rises. possible antitrust actions. France contemplates 1918 conscription. Fletcher begins Mexico mission. Four Montana residents die frozen. Navy seeks 2,000 more recruits.
British forces report holding the Somme front with raids conducted in the Ypres region. English troops carried out successful operations, reinforcing positions and pressuring enemy lines amid ongoing combat in northern France and Belgium.
Western Front clashes erupt as Russians fend off a German snowbound assault near Volhynia. On the Somme, British forces claim gains at Sailly Saillisel while Turkish trenches are penetrated west of the Hal river. Heavy bombardments, aerial raids, and renewed operations mark the wider front.
Secretary Lansing spoke at a Amherst alumni banquet in Washington about fears of war yet holding to hope that the United States may be spared the calamity of entering the conflict. He stressed anxiety and heavy responsibility, noting Europe’s two and a half year toll, while affirming the government’s wish to remain at peace with honor.
Washington secretary to Chairman Myers of the Senate public lands committee proposes legislation to unlock petroleum and potash resources on lands withdrawn from public entry. About 6,000,000 acres are inactive, preventing wells. private lands already produce. The largest potash deposit, essential for explosives, is also withdrawn.
Former president William H Taft spoke to hardware men urging that every male reaching manhood spend time in military training to be ready if needed He warned that the nation faces war and that a strong Navy alone cannot deter enemies without a general training policy He contrasted America now with past world relations and supported Wilsons call against neutrality in a future war.
Leon Watson a private in troop L Tenth cavalry waived preliminary hearing on charges of assault with intent to murder Mrs Belle Myers and her children at Moore's Spur near Douglas with attempted criminal assault on Bonnie Eldredge. Bond set at 4000 dollars. jailed at Tombstone.
The Hague reports The Netherlands new $50,000,000 war loan has been oversubscribed by $7,000,000, signaling strong investor demand. Officials say subscriptions show broad support for wartime financing and stability in the international market.
A New York report cites an official communication from Hipolito Villa to John J. Hawes stating 25,000 Villistas, aided by 30 cannons and 75 machine guns, are occupying territory left by Pershing’s forces and advancing toward Juarez as Francisco Villa’s brother coordinates from San Antonio.
A Maastricht based report cites a dynamite factory blast at Schlebusch near Cologne on January 27 killing about 200, largely women. In Washington, Secretary Baker orders immediate purchase of reserve quartermasters supplies for the army up to available funds.
Washington reports a memo from Swiss minister Dr. Paul Ritter proposing talks with the United States over Germanys submarine campaign in exchange for safe commerce. The US insists Germany restore Sussex pledge and halt unrestricted warfare. Detained Yarrowdale prisoners and interned crews remain a focal point as ships and crews face uncertain fate.
The president’s reply to Germany’s proposal for talks cites the Swiss mediation offer and notes Washington’s willingness to discuss general questions if Germany withdraws its January 1 proposition and restores its May 4 assurances, adding that no further exchanges on submarine warfare with neutrals occurred.
National Capital observes Abraham Lincoln birthday with ceremonies in Congress, schools, and patriotic gatherings. In the House, Russell reads the Gettysburg Address and Dill and Chiperfield discuss Lincoln's achievements. Former Speaker Cannon delivers reminiscences of Lincoln.
Market listing shows cattle quotes for steers cows and calves with feeding types and price ranges. Hay and grain prices are given by region with per ton figures for Colorado Nebraska and special districts, plus grain and live poultry milk eggs and produce prices in Denver terms.
Mexico proposes mediation by neutral nations to end war and, if needed, an embargo on munitions and food by all neutrals to force peace. Carranza’s envoy to Secretary Lansing suggests this could help starve belligerents and may reflect German influence. Meanwhile Verdun raids and U boat losses are reported.
Viscount Motono, Japanese foreign minister, approved China’s stance toward Germany as stated in its reply to the German note on unrestricted submarine warfare. Officials say the approval rests on China’s position aiding the uprooting of German influence in the Far East and helping the Entente.
Market items include Mets Bar silver at 77 4 cents, copper at 30.12, spelter 10.16 in St Louis, and concentrates of Boulder Cole Tungsten at 17.00 per unit. Ores range 15.00 to 12.00, with butter eggs and poultry in Chicago showing various prices. Live stock in Chicago features hogs, cattle, and lambs with multiple price bands, and grain and provisions list No 3 red wheat at 1.71 1/2, corn at 1.01 1/2 to 1.02, and oats at 54 5/8 to 85 cents.
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