Referendum urged on home rule for New York City
The Browns legislative committee recommends a city referendum on mandatory legislation to let voters decide if the city or the state should fix salaries of public workers. It forecasts $12.9 million annual savings and outlines steps toward local control and pay-as-you-go budgeting.
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German Warship Sunk in Cattegat Reported
Copenhagen dispatch via London cites Helsingor Avis reporting a large German warship sunk in the Cattegat between Anvolt Island and the Swedish coast. It is believed the vessel struck a mine. wireless calls for help were heard before fading.
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Explosion at Skoda Arsenal Kills 195 in Austrian City
A massive melinite blast at the Skoda arsenal in Pilsen Bohemia reportedly kills 195 and destroys three factory buildings including the 305 millimeter gun shop. Pilsen, a city near Prague, is noted for brewing and its major arms manufacturing facilities run by Skoda for the Austrian navy.
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Bridges Guarded as Washington Passes Under
Extra police guarded the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges as the United States cruiser Washington passed under the structures on its East River run from Quarantine to the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The move follows a similar subway area precaution taken hours earlier. Admiral Usher requested protection. Police Commissioner Woods did not comment.
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Dr Eaton resigns to pursue writing and public work
The Rev Dr Charles A Eaton longtime pastor of a New Jersey church announced his resignation effective February 29 He plans to devote himself to writing and public speaking focusing on spiritual and social reconstruction after the war Eaton born in Canada studied at Newton Theological Seminary and previously led the Euclid Avenue Baptist Church in Cleveland He will reside in Plainfield with his wife and six children and will rest before launching his literary career
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Drive Kaiser’s Forces Out of Kamerun Near End of Campaign
Madrid reports nine hundred Germans and 14,400 colonial troops from Kamerun crossed into Spanish Guinea. The units were disarmed and interned while the government arranges sustenance. The move signals the Franco British Kamerun campaign nearing its conclusion.
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Romania Faces Central Powers Over Irredentists and Grain Sales
A delayed dispatch from Ungheni says Vienna and Berlin warn Bucharest that Transylvanian irredentist candidates in Galatz and Galacas elections and grain exports to England are hostile acts. Romania replies Elections cannot be blocked by government. grain trade is an economic matter. Reports also note Turkish and Bulgar movements toward the Romanian frontier and German sources alleging promises to supply cereals.
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Berlin Aerodrome Destroyed by Fire
Fire nearly wipes out Johannisthal Aerodrome near Berlin. Six to nine new German airplanes reportedly destroyed in the blaze. No lives lost. Telegraph reports from Munich Stuttgart received in Basel.
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Whitman Denies VP Talk Afresh as Hughes Backed
Gov Whitman at the Hotel St. Regis rejects claims he would join a Burton Borah Cummins ticket with David Jayne Hill for Governor. He backs Justice Hughes for President and supports a new gubernatorial renomination if voters approve. He cites state financing as the urgent issue and notes no decision on a State Superintendent of Prisons.
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British steamer Balgownie sunk. crew saved
The British steam ship Balgownie of 1,061 tons gross was sunk near London on February 6. All crew members except the second officer were saved. The vessel measured 235 feet in length, 30 feet beam, and 17 feet depth, built at Aberdeen in 1590 and owned by the General Steam Navigation Company of London.
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Likely to Modify Citizen Army Plan
Senators favor confining continental force to cities with drills like the National Guard. Field service impractical, officials debate new army framework and readiness.
Patrol by Allied Cruisers Grows, Appam Case Opens
Reports from Norfolk and Washington detail British and French warships patrolling the three mile limit, with ships near Hampton Roads and Appam’s status under the 1828 treaty. The U S administration weighs defense plans, favoring a mix of Continental Army and Federalized militia approaches, while expanding National Guard support and hearings continue.
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Settlement prospects rise as Germany concedes on Lusitania note
Washington dispatch reports German concessions to Secretary Lansing about Lusitania losses raise optimism for a settlement. President Wilson and Secretary Lansing may meet cabinet members Tuesday to seek unified judgment on Germany’s response and potential liability for American lives.
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Lusitania Sinking Prompted Berlin to Adjust U-Boat Orders
Washington dispatch reports German officials stating the Lusitania sinking led to revisions in submarine command orders the day after the disaster. Berlin argues the act followed explicit instructions, while the government could disavow only actions that violated its directives.
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Fire prompts police warnings in Guelph area
Guelph Ontario February 6 warnings reached the Chief of Police following yesterday fire at the Jardine munitions plant in Hespeler. Investigators and authorities advised heightened security and precautionary measures across nearby districts amid heightened safety concerns.
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