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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
1
Special to The New York Times reports Berlin expects the current campaign to yield peace by summer. The navy may receive $500 million, with new ships to be raised by bonds and broad armament appropriations, including aircraft, machine guns, torpedoes, and naval defenses.
The text outlines secretary power to act within appropriated funds to place orders, take possession of factory parts, and use material for naval needs without owner possession. It also covers modification or cancellation of contracts and immediate action against noncompliant contractors, including taking control of factory parts or materials as required.
Amsterdam dispatch quotes German headquarters naming Count von Bernstorff the United States ambassador as recipient of the Iron Cross with White Ribbon for civilian service during wartime. The decoration was conferred by the German emperor.
Evidence from the Kron Cecilie shows cylinders damaged with holes and missing telefastenings. The ship, built in Germany, requires new engines, delaying use. A plan for criminal prosecution of those responsible was reached as the vessel faced federal action. Civil suits against owners continue in federal courts. Crew removal and restricted access followed Captain Coyte's findings.
The report describes German officials and public reacting to President Wilson's wartime policy, with emphasis on U boats and the risk of splitting the U S from Germany. It notes 17 damaged war bound ships at Philippine ports and about half of 3000 Americans in Germany likely to depart via Denmark and Holland.
Berlin reports Germans in ruin and beyond Berlin have shown consideration and courtesy toward Americans since the news was received. The note suggests widespread restraint and civility in the wake of recent events, with no reports of hostility from outside the capital.
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A Bayer Company dye and medicine works at Leverkusen near the Rhine frontier was blown up last week. Two streets were largely ruined and many people were killed, according to reports from Zevenaar via Handelsblad.
European neutrals hesitate to break diplomatic ties with Germany and weigh risks of action. Denmark, Spain, Switzerland, and Scandinavia show cautious responses while fearing German power and considering relief work, frontier exposure, and potential entente reactions.
Lloyds reports fourteen ships sunk totalling 44 457 tons. Port Adelaide carried passengers and crew with 96 rescued at sea. fate of others unknown. Several neutrals among destroyed vessels include Norwegian and Swedish owners. Crews of three vessels mostly saved or lost with some deaths. Admiralty notes Euphrates relief crew landed at Gibraltar. Spanish steamer Algorta survivors reached Brest after forty six hours adrift. two sailors died.
Danish steamer Klampenborg crew says a French warship neared as it sank on January 23 and believes the sub sank after a collision. Stendard crew says the submarine that sank them flew a French flag.
The American Ambassador met with King Alfonso in Madrid for a two hour audience. Count Romanones and Ambassador Willard were the only others admitted as ministers prepared the reply to the German note and sent it to Berlin and Vienna.
The Port Adelaide built in 1911 and owned by the Commonwealth and Dominion Line left Port Natal for Dekar on Nov 12. Belford sailed from San Francisco on Aug 25 for Plymouth. Tamara departed Black River Jamaica on Dec 6 for Fleetwood. Warley Pickering built Middlesbrough 1912. 365 feet long, 51-foot beam, owned by Constantine and King Steamship Co. Rigel sailed from New York Dec 8 to Liverpool arriving Dec 20. Wasdle left Buenos Aires Nov 16, arrived Fayal Jan 3. Songdal sailed Buenos Aires Nov 24 for the Azores. Palmieas last sailed Sabine Pass, Texas.
A spurious claim promotes Deerfeet Farm breakfast as a path to fitness and daytime vigor. The message hints at forenoon benefits and urges readers to obtain the “genuine” product.
Reported since Feb 1 a total of 45 ships sunk in the war zone with combined tonnage now estimated at 86,344 tons. Figures show daily tallies for American British vessels and revised totals alongside earlier counts.
Reports place Gerard under hold in Berlin while other outlets say he plans to depart for Spain in a few days as he closes up business affairs. The conflicting accounts suggest ongoing speculation about his movements and intentions.
Copenhagen dispatch states James W. Gerard American Ambassador to Germany will be kept in Berlin until Germany is satisfied with U S treatment of Count von Bernstorff. The report seems unlikely and requires confirmation. The United States has requested a safe conduct for Bernstorff, which reports say will be granted.
Berlin reports say Ambassador Gerard will depart in three to four days after obtaining passports. He plans to travel by automobile to the Swiss border and then take a liner from Barcelona to Havana, leaving furnishings and archives in care of a subordinate. The American Chamber of Commerce plans to meet to decide actions.
Berlin dispatch via London reports Ambassador Gerard advising American correspondents to depart Berlin. The warning follows heightened tensions as American reporters are urged to evacuate to avoid danger and protect cables and consular staff.
The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs West Virginia markets an ideal cure time with a one night stay from New York. An advertisement on page two highlights a quick getaway option for travelers seeking rest and relaxation.
Shipping news from St. Louis reports tankers bound for a barred zone have their calls and wireless return orders recalled as sailing is delayed again.
Washington officials report Cabinet agrees there will be no faltering in handling Germany crisis. President Wilson aims to avoid war but mobilizes resources and maintains no talks with Berlin through intermediaries, emphasizing unbroken severance of relations.
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