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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1915
Page
2
Washington officials and newspapers weigh the June 9 note as a possible step toward mediating between Germany and the Allies. Col. E. M. House returns with a mission to gauge support for peace talks, while commentators argue over the Lusitania issue and America’s role as potential mediator.
Circles in Berlin indicate the German government may pursue negotiations after the note, with a conciliatory tone causing formerly rigid figures to consider compromises. Decisions hinge on talks among the Imperial Chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg, Foreign Secretary Jagow, military and naval staffs, and the Emperor, with Meyer-Gerhard’s report awaited.
Washington notes say Wilson's reference to humane German conduct relied on Aug 3 instructions. The State Department possesses the rules detailing ship signaling, stopping methods, and safety measures for passengers and crew, with provisions on capture and destruction of vessels.
The document notes that interested parties deemed valuable for the prize court judgment are to be taken over by the Captain. It specifies transfer of rights or claims to the Captain as the ruling proceeds. The language indicates formal procedure in custody and control of involved interests under prize court authority.
The Corriere della Sera compares Secretary Bryan to Giolitti, suggesting Bryan’s stance could shift American opinion toward President Wilson. It predicts Bryan's move will strengthen Wilson at a pivotal moment and curb opponents who threaten the nation’s prestige and honor.
French papers praise President Wilson for a firm but polite note to Germany. They say the language forces a clear choice on warship rules and humanitarian rights, with no room for evasive replies, and warn of consequences if Germany rejects the humanity principles.
The New York Times dispatch from London reports English reactions to President Wilson and Secretary Bryan's resignation. Editors praise Wilson as decisive and in firm control, while London papers debate American policy and potential German responses amid calls for action and caution.
Rome reports diverse reactions in Italian papers to the American note. Tribuna lauds the United States as a neutral guardian of civil humanity and common rights, asserting a firm voice beyond polite language.
In Washington a strained debate over the German note follows Secretary Bryan’s resignation. Reports say changes softened the note and included a potential for international mediation, with Bryan citing duty and a need for rest as factors in his exit.
The Gazette notes an Order in Council establishing a Central Control of Liquor Traffic Board to regulate sale hours and prohibit sales in munitions areas. Violations risk six months imprisonment or fines under the Defense of the Realm Act. Berlin reports Admiral von Muller opposing spirits for troops, endorsing limited alcohol like beer when water quality is poor, with measures to curb transport of spirits to the front.
The article analyzes President Wilson's stance on German naval behavior and the late Allies hope for restraint. It argues Germany may misread warnings as weakness and warns that pacifist legal arguments could embolden Germany to cling to its intransigent naval position, prolonging the war.
The Jiji lauds President Wilson as the German note response prompts strong American support. It notes if Germany halts barbarous acts the U S will defend international law. The Asahi praises Bryan for loyalty to his principles regarding the Lusitania incident.
Rio Janeiro papers show lively interest in the German-American discussion as June reports reach editors. The coverage reflects expectations of possible shifts in policy and reactions to ongoing negotiations.
Gazeta de Noticias lauds his calm stand against a believed limitless German foe. Epoca notes the second date marks US leadership of civilized nations in a protest against barbarism. Tageblatt warns Zeppelins’ feats call for humility from Wilson.
In Hackensack on June 12 the New Jersey Department of United Spanish War Veterans adopted a resolution pledging patriotic loyalty to President Woodrow Wilson. Delegates endorsed his handling of diplomatic affairs following the Lusitania sinking.
In Lincoln Nebraska on June 12 a straw vote in the Lincoln Commercial Club smoking rooms found only one of thirty-two supporting Bryan's resignation and future course. Judge B F Good was the lone backer. Respondents did not reveal party ties, but both major parties were thought evenly split. Many opposed the timing, not the principles.
Chris Rebhan, president of the German Veterans Association of New York, issued a circular opposing Wilson's policy, endorsing William Jennings Bryan as representing American war views. Rebhan, a Bavarian native and NYSaenger leader, says 200 copies were sent and a Madison Square Garden mass meeting planned.
Louisvile editor Charles Neumeier argues German Americans are Americans first and loyal to the United States not to Germany. He says Bryan misreads their loyalties and urges no influence with foreign governments, warning that unity of national identity must prevail.
The editor notes June le Bryan's appeal to the Germans as patriotic yet unnecessary while Pr. Dernburg, Germany's envoy, echoed similar sentiments in his farewell address in New York Friday night. The piece highlights Bryan's prohibition stance as a limiting factor in his rhetoric.
Plans were firmed at Maennerchor Hall for a June 24 German American gathering in Madison Square Garden with William Jennings Bryan as a star. Henry Weismann, president of the United German Societies, presided the meeting that drew reps from multiple German American groups. The program aims to honor Bryan and denounce the “prosthitterdt” press.
A bidder secured victory in a deal involving the German American entity and figures Cool and Herold. Details on the outcome or parties remain unclear from the fragment.
The editor critiques Mr. Horgan for not explaining his shift on neutrality and contraband, contrasting his Commoner stance with current views. The piece questions influences behind his revised policy and labels him inconsistent and unimpressive.
Philadelphia editor Max Heinrich and Theodore Leenhardt of the German Daily Dianette dismiss Secretary Bryan's wartime appeal to German Americans as futile. They contend German Americans have no direct influence over the German government and see little significance in the appeal to rally German heritage over national duty.
The piece reports Berliners confident of victory and undisturbed by possible U.S. entry. American visitors, including C E Bray, note courteous German attitude toward foreigners, with widespread belief Germany will prevail and harvests look bountiful amid war talk. Bryan resignation stirs Berlin but war seems to be avoided.
June reports state the British steamer Leuctra torpedoed and sunk off Yarmouth. The trawlers James Leyman Britannia and Waago were sunk by German submarines in the North Sea with crews later rescued at Hull Lowestoft Hartlepool and other ports.
London reports a Reuters dispatch from Sofia stating the Bulgarian premier M Radoslavoff held a long interview with the British minister on Saturday. He gave supplementary explanations regarding proposals by the Entente powers. The Bulgarian government will reply at an early date.
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