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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1917
Page
2
Nations scrutinize Austro Hungary stance as U S seeks a clear decisive policy in the escalating submarine dispute. Leaders press for unified action, warning of broad repercussions across trade and security.
The Norwegian collier Daibeto sank by shell fire while en route from Glasgow to Gibraltar. Two Americans aboard were John Guerre of Los Angeles and Frank Wood of Keene No. The incident comes amid diplomatic moves by Ambassador Penfield seeking a clear Austro Hungarian stance on submarine warfare. The State Department shows reluctance to sever ties with Austria, aiming to preserve relations with at least one central power, while noting a likely shift if Turkey and Bulgaria are cut off. News also reports Allied gains on the Western Front and ongoing battles on the Sinai and Italian fronts.
Washington February 21. President Wilson and high officials express regret over Maj. Gen. Frederick Funston's sudden death in San Antonio. War Department officials and officers prepare for full military honors at his burial in the National Cemetery, Presidio, San Francisco, as condolences flow to Mrs. Funston visiting in San Francisco. The shock unsettles army leadership and the president.
Overseas News Agency reports a massive explosion at Archangel Russia killing 1500 and wounding 4000. The blast occurred when ammunition detonated. Authorities mobilize medical teams and search for survivors amid widespread damage.
Rienzi C. Dickens, convict in the murder of his father W. H. Dickens, a Longmont banker, was granted supersedeas by the State Supreme Court. His bond was set at 27500 dollars, releasing him on bail pending higher court review, which is expected to take several weeks.
A Lamar fire started in a livery barn after a gas explosion, destroying four structures and causing about 30000 dollars in damage. Household market notes show potatoes at one dollar a peck in Boston and other groceries priced low.
Three Mormon cowboys Andrew Veterson Hash Acord and Lurten Jonwom were captured by Meaxtean raiders on Uw Corner ranch near Harhlia Pel. Their mutilated bodies were found on the Mexican side about three miles west of the boundary. Wounds included multiple bullet strikes and machete hacks. Lt. Col. J C Waterman ordered troops to Corner Lanch, prompted by Col. F C Siekel. The discovery was made by Mormon scout Lem Spillabury, a Pershing veteran and the sole white prisoner in the Carrizal affair.
The State Department renewed its demand to release 72 sailors detained from Yarrowdale. Officials indicate diplomatic pressure continues as the crew remains in custody amid ongoing negotiations.
Western Newspaper Union news service, Washington Feb 21 reports 72 Americans captive in Germany after capture on the British steamer Yarrowdale. State Department notes no clear progress toward release. Vienna officials remain cautiously hopeful, citing Ambassador Powfield’s efforts for a friendly solution. Berlin Overseas News Agency details sinking of Gravina, Maria, Hugo Hamilton and other vessels, with vast cargoes and war material losses, amid a broader tally of ships and tonnage overseas. Cowboys border tension: El Paso reports bands of American cowboys moving toward Mexico seeking vengeance for murders by Gen. Salazar’s command, after an attack on Corner Ranch last week.
Apprehension over the state situation rose as dispatches from Sam indicate a critical Cuban crisis. Business across the region is paralyzed with no mail and trains halted. Insurgents control San Ange and have seized 180 Cuban merchants. Ains Penny and Sulia are heavily armed at Havana’s harbor mouth.
Francisco Vilha, once shrouded in mystery to both enemies and followers, has moved toward the west coast and sailed for Japan. W. L. Crawford, a famed Dallas cattleman, cites a trusted Villa agent as the source of this information.
Washington reports the Senate approved a drastic revision restricting liquor importation in prohibition states amid other items. Americana to Leave Turkey notice says American refugees may depart soon with Turkish permissions. Ambassador in Constantinople notes hope for unimpeded passage. Missionaries in Syria Palestine and Turkey await transport at Beirut.
Gen Funston and staff began preparations to send home 60 000 Guardsmen after receiving orders for release of all state troops on the Mexican border. Movements will start only after units designated to go home under prior orders have left border stations. Most troops in the earlier batch will be out by February 20.
New York reports two steamships chartered to Kerr Steamship Company, the Norwegian Dalmata and the Spanish Mar Adriatico, sunk in submarine zones. The Dalmata sank February 9 after sailing January 24 for Havre, while the Mar Adriatico went down February 11 after loading in January for Bordeaux, with the ship arriving at Lisbon February 2 en route. Kerr officials say they believe no Americans were aboard.
Sundry civil bill reported to the House provides 6 267 400 for armories and arsenals 86 for Coast defenses 4 756 500 for Panama canal fortifications and 1 077 000 for infantry barracks in Hawaii The bill carries 115 242 000 which is 49 000 000 below executive requests but 7 000 000 above last year’s appropriation.
In Washington a shift on the Senate Public Lands Committee places Colorado’s Senator Shafroth onto the Public Lands panel after a committee exchange with Kansas Senator J Thompson. The Senate approved a resolution ratifying the maneuver. Also noted is Senator Fall’s call for granting the President absolute power over German affairs and a Panama Canal zone notice about halting traffic movement information.
Boston report states the North German Lloyd liner Kronprinzens in Ce cilie was deliberately disabled by her German commander while under US marshal custody and libel order from the Federal Court.
London reports a surge in labor party membership from 276,000 in 1900 to 2,200,000 currently. The dramatic increase signals rising political engagement and party strength amid shifting social and economic conditions in Britain.
British units push forward at Ancre breaking Teuton lines along more than two miles. Reports describe disciplined assault with gains across the position as German resistance weakens. Casualties and terrain conditions mixed with shifting frontline control are noted.
British forces press campaign in Asiatic Turkey as German submarine losses reach 50,000 tons in a single day. English troops blow mines near Souchez, France and take German prisoners. Berlin reports British attacks failing in northern France as Austro Italian front stays quiet. Scandinavian-American liner Erik Vel enjoyed calm waters in British harbor with naval patrols in Bedford Basin.
American ambassador Frederick Penfield and the AustrianHungarian government have broken off negotiations, with Western Newspaper Union dispatches from Paris noting Americans in Austria ordered to leave. Reports say further American consuls and others from Germany have not arrived, fueling war threat tensions between Vienna and Washington.
London reports antied troops captured German positions along the Ancre front about 1,500 yards, with further advances south of the river. Mesopotamian clashes and Turkish actions are noted, plus British page headlines of submarine sinkings, merchant losses, and Allied naval actions.
London reports the period for pledges of England's war loan closed Saturday with subscriptions totaling at least £700 million, about $3.5 billion. Chancellor of the Exchequer Honor Law states this is new money raised through popular appeal, not counting bank subscriptions. Berlin critic attacks Gerard, while German sailors in the U.S. are largely freed except where crimes are charged.
Maj. Gen Frederick Funston head of the Department of the Southwest died suddenly in a hotel lobby at 61 while chatting with friends after a dinner. He was playfully watching a Des Moines child when he collapsed after remarking on the scene. He had suffered indigestion two weeks earlier and died without regaining consciousness.
Gen. Frederick Funston dies from angina sclerosis of the arteries after a storied career on the Mexican border and in Vera Cruz. Pershing to take command of the southern division as War Department confirms the shock death and border demobilization proceeds. Colorado Militia to be demobilized.
Market page lists prices for cattle steers cows veal calves and bulls with hay and grain fed notes. Hog and sheep values shown alongside live poultry eggs butter fruit and vegetables with per ton and per hundred weights, plus Denver F.O.B. pricing and regional grain figures.
Prices for metals and concentrates led the day in New York and St Louis, with bar silver at 78 percent and copper at 31.62 percent. Chicago live stock quotes showed hogs and cattle ranges, butter eggs and poultry prices moved, and grain and flour values noted in Minneapolis catalogues. Readouts include specifics for potatoes, cotton futures, oats, flax, and initial butter figures across markets.
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