Wilson unmoved as Britain reviews von Papen funds
London reports reveal British authorities found bankbooks totaling hundreds of thousands and letters tying German envoy von Papen to payments in 1855 and other plots. The material, including details of surreptitious reimbursements to agents, will be published as a White Paper. The documents imply German covert support linked to attacks on U S interests and hint at von Papen's possible involvement in related affairs.
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Too Proud to War for Life and Diplomacy in 1917
Washington faces a high stakes clash over Wilsons upcoming victory over Germany a price touching Franco British ties and possible war The piece weighs political life or death outcomes and the impact on Mexican policy while noting British blockade and German counter moves Cetinje Montenegrin capital falls to Austria Hungarian forces signaling a broader collapse of Montenegrin resistance and shifting balance in the Adriatic theater
Blockade Debate Echoes Across Sea Policy Riot
A London commentary argues Britain will not be drawn into word games over blockade and freedom of the seas. It states the United States aims to press naval power decisively, sidelining rhetoric while pursuing aims against Germany and condemns past accusations of tyranny.
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Bernstorff Doubts Papen Disclosures
London dispatches claim German ambassador Count von Bernstorff doubts papers related to Papen. He says he does not believe the London telegrams beyond what the ambassador and others publicize. He suggests no incriminating documents were taken from Papen, though offers a theory on the described correspondence.
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Judge Reverses Prisoner in Old Case at Court
Judge Rosalsky reversed a prisoner's case after recognizing his former client Barnet Prumker, aged ninety five, who faced charges of receiving stolen goods in General Sessions. The judge ordered the matter reassigned to another part of the General Sessions court, presided by Judge Charles C. Nott.
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France Bans Milk for Teuton Babies
Washington reports France refused for military reasons to permit shipments of condensed milk from U S to Germany and Austria Hungary for babies. Ambassadors Sharp and Page were sent to ask permission after the Red Cross offered supervision, but officials expected refusal and warned the move would weaken the Allied blockade.
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Vanderlip Expands Life Insurance To 1.5 Million
Frank A. Vanderlip, president of National City Bank, adds a 600000 life policy to his existing coverage, pushing total life insurance above 1.5 million. A friend said the policies are held with several old line companies. The article notes Thomas J. Shevlin of Minneapolis carried 1.625 million in policies, and compares these sums to Titanic claims.
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Oman Begg District Attorney to Stop Cold Draft
A letter to District Attorney Swenn from Julia Marks describes a cold draft from a tenement below her flat causing chills. The DA, unable to address the issue, remarks on the department's overwhelmed scope and potential health department involvement.
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Germans Will Avenge Baralong in British Clash
Berlin reports Germany has notified Great Britain via the American Embassy that it will take reprisal measures over what Germany calls Britain’s failure to explain the sinking of a German submarine by the British patrol vessel Baralong. The Baralong later sank the submarine off Lundy on August 1 while it attacked a cargo ship carrying mules. Claims persist that crew members were killed and that Baralong fired on survivors, with tensions rising between Germany and Britain.
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Ozar Buys Vast Gun Orders In United States
General Germany? head of the purchasing commission confirms new orders placed through J P Morgan and Co for 30 000 machine guns and allied munitions. The Russian government and Canadian Car Company have $81 million in munition orders. Neutral nations seek arms in the United States but supply cannot meet demand.
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Horse meat market urged by New York butchers
New York City butchers urged a separate selling place for horse meat, arguing that methods used in Continental Europe should be adopted. The New York Association of the United Master Hoteliers adopted resolutions calling on officials to restrict horse flesh sales to designated markets, fearing permis may be granted for horse sales alongside other meats.
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Baron Chelmsford New India Viceroy and Governor General
Baron Chelmsford has been named Viceroy and Governor General of India succeeding Lord Minto. A British politician with a long career, he served as Governor of Queensland and New South Wales, later returning to London and joining the County Council.
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40000 More Autos In State Aim To Exceed Last Year
The state reports a sharp rise in automobile registrations in the first fourteen days of the year. Secretary of State office figures show licensing through the period will likely surpass last year by about four thousand. Metropolitan district registrations indicate a strong start with many new licenses taking effect February first.
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Plans U S Line To Orient By Pacific Coast Ports
National City Bank leads plans for a U S steamship line to the Orient to promote foreign trade. George J. Baldwin and W I Shearman oversee, with W R Grace & Co involved and seven ships possibly bought from Pacific Mail. Aimed at keeping a fleet on the Pacific.
Villistas threaten Americans as border evacuation rushes begins
American consuls in Mexico and along the border unite to move every American and British subject to the border or into well protected Mexican cities. A special train carrying hundreds of Americans toward Chihuahua and Parral is rushed to the border under State Department orders. American and British officials push to secure safety for families and workers endangered by Villa forces, with trains and ships ferried to Juarez and Parra l for refuge.
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American slain by Villa bands reported in Chihuahua
American refugees arriving from Western Chihuahua report D R Kramer father of Bart Kramer killed by Villistas in Guerrero district shortly after his son was murdered. Two sons Joe and Roy Kramer and another American named Locke escaped from the Villistas.
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Senate debates intervention in Mexico intensify
Washington Jan 14 The demand for intervention in Mexico reemerged in the Senate with a sharp, extended debate. Senator Works California proposed a resolution authorizing the President to intervene to protect American lives and property and to establish a stable Mexican government with withdrawal once stability returns. Senator Lodge recalled the 1924 substitute supporting armed forces for the Vero Cran incident. Senators Stone and others debated motives and risks, weighing recognition of Carranza against Villa and Zapata, and whether to act before Mexico proves its stability. Continued on page 2, column 8.
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Carranza faces acid test as U.S. weighs intervention
Cabinet approves inactivity after lengthy session as Carranza's government is pressed to act. Senate debates intervention with California Republican senator Works urging Congress to authorize war if Carranza fails to restore order. House and cabinet officials signal harsh penalties for attackers and possible indemnity, amid rising pressure on the Mexican situation.
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