Submarine Threats and Naval Preparations Across the Coast
Navy officials revealed two submarines operating off the American coast and warned of more. Roosevelt and the Navy outlined plans to guard troop ships, deploy coastal stations, and use seaplanes and mobile fortifications as United States races to bolster Atlantic defenses during the war.
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Submarine cruisers: moderate size feared by naval experts
London reports debate over German submarine cruisers and their true size. Experts think 2000 ton boats predominate and carry 5.9 inch guns, while larger 5000 ton designs lack heavier armament. American coastal forces are deemed capable of countering the threat.
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Lodge says Navy is equal to talk in wartime Senate
In a Senate exchange Democratic Whip Lewis accused criticising the administration of inviting German submarines by misstatements. Senator Lodge rebutted claims, insisting the Navy has acted with foresight and remains ready to defend the United States, while noting the Navy’s quiet but persistent wartime work against subs.
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Germans say U boat base near. sub types raid ships
Lieutenant Levy A. Trofimov, ex commander of the Russian submarine Leopard, testified that supply submarines near the U S Atlantic coast are aided by shore or temporary bases and by specially built 2000 ton subs. He urged wide coast surveillance and searches of all vessels, arguing the presence of five to ten subs and near shore rendezvous sites near New York.
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Requests 16 Million for Air Coast Defense Stations
Secretary Baker asked Congress for an appropriation of 16,100,000 dollars to establish sixteen new balloon and airplane stations along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The aim is to bolster the army's readiness in repelling submarine and air attacks as part of national defense efforts.
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Destroyer Repairs Bairds Crew After Atlantic Sinking
The Edward R. Baird schooner, 175 feet, carrying lumber, was torpedoed eighteen miles off Cape Charlies. Captain R. R. Couldman and 12 crewmen were rescued by a destroyer and landed at an Atlantic port after the attack. The Germans boarded, demanded papers, and set bombs as the vessel drifted, yet the ship did not sink.
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Warned Two Weeks Ago on Submarine Warning
Providence reports a confidential British and French Admiralties warning to the U S Navy two weeks before action, cited as received before official acknowledgment. The piece notes Roosevelts statement about a wireless broadcast and sources for the radio message.
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U boats spur US Daniels secretary addresses naval graduates
Secretary Daniels urges naval graduates to prepare for intensified submarine warfare as U boats threaten shipping lanes. Message from Sims echoed across Annapolis as Germany presses the fight, signaling a pivotal wartime mobilization at the academy.
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Assail French censor on German submarine news
Paris reports the first word of German submarine activity off the New Jersey coast, printed after censor restrictions. The Temps criticizes censorship as childish, noting French public composure and warning that submarines will be used across the Atlantic as the Entente strengthens its defenses.
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Possible Air Raids on New York Stir Rumors
London reports that New York Police Commissioner issued civil defense guidance as enemy air raids are discussed by naval officers. Analysts note Germany’s submarine seaplane ideas and reference a 1914 Cuxhaven raid as inspiration for possible future attacks.
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Wright rejects German air raids on U S coast
Orville Wright, in Dayton, argues Germany would waste effort bombarding the U S coast. He says American planes near New York could quickly disable any attacker and notes there would be no landing sites for invaders on eastern cities.
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Lights Dimmed Under Police Orders In New York
New York endured its third lightless night under police orders as street lights were reduced and those lit were dimmed. Downtown skyscrapers and bridges showed near total darkness with shades drawn in many homes. Roof gardens faced light restrictions, with managers considering changes and possible camouflage effects to cope with the blackout.
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