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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1917
Page
1
Front page analysis condemns uninterned enemy aliens in New York and nationwide as a security risk. It cites McCarthy and Daniels denying danger, outlines permit failures, and critiques official censorship and wire service spying while detailing German and Austrian presence and possible espionage channels.
London June 19 Vice Admiral William Sims U S N appointed to take general charge of Allied naval operations in Irish waters during the absence of the British commander in chief His flag hoisted as Allied senior officer in general charge of operations in Irish waters Washington speculates on his flagship vessel and role in the theater
National drive to fund the Red Cross reaches $35,000,000 in early days with Washington reporting a third of the $100,000,000 goal. New York and other cities show large pledges, including major gifts from Guggenheim, Morgan, Strauss and others. Campaigns in Cincinnati Milwaukee and Philadelphia join the nationwide effort as teams report totals and individual gifts.
London June 19 The House of Commons by a large majority passed the final reading of the clause in the electoral reform bill dealing with women suffrage. It is expected the franchise will be conferred on women on the same basis as men. The sweep of victory surprised supporters and reflected waning opposition as members voted to settle the issue.
London June 19 King George orders German titles among the British royal family to be abolished and British surnames to be adopted for princes and princesses. He directs officers to prepare royal seals and notes it follows conditions created by the war. The King also contemplates peerages for Teck and Battenberg lines while Court Circular lists name changes for Princess Victoria Helena and Princess Marie Louise.
Washington reports an executive order to implement the export control act, distributing exports to America first, Allies second, neutrals last. The plan, drawn by State and Commerce, places licensing under a new bureau with decisions for international matters by State, and places food questions under the Food Administration. Coal and wheat will be the first controlled commodities as heavy neutral grain purchases spur action.
Washington reports from London say Vice Admiral Sims commands Allied naval forces in Irish waters with wide powers. The Navy notes no specifics on flag vessel and mentions destroyers and Jupiter in European waters under his command. Sims may operate afloat, coordinating with French and British navies as needed.
W. J. Hanna is appointed Canadian food controller announced by Premier Borden in Ottawa. He travels to Washington to meet Herbert Hoover. The Order in Council grants powers to investigate food, regulate prices, storage and distribution, requisition, store and deliver supplies, and coordinate with Canadian and Allied governments.
Brookline Massachusetts June 19 The boiling kettle fat in Mrs Pauline Keyes apartment revealed her body with a bullet wound in the head A revolver and a note near the body addressed to her husband George Keyes a real estate agent says she suffered headaches and could not endure his relationship with another woman Police initially thought suicide but later opened a fuller probe Three shots were fired one hit her hand another into the wall and a third in her left temple Keyes claimed the revolver did not belong to him Neighbors said a woman had visited recently who warned of news Mrs Keyes not at home and said she had news she did not want to hear Police seek that woman and await further findings
Copenhagen reports a German war substitute for tobacco has emerged amid shortages. A government line lists 1% tobacco substitute content including cabbage leaf strawberry leaf lavender blossom and sandalwood to impart aroma.
Neutral diplomats warn the United States embargo on food and other imports could push Scandinavian, Dutch, Swiss, and Spanish nations toward the Central Powers. They note these neutrals depend on American grain and cattle and fear economic pressure will drive them into alliance with Germany and Austria Hungary. Holland already coordinates commissions to secure supplies in the U S.
London June 19 Lord Rhondda new food controller says Britain’s food supply hinges on America and Canada. He notes US aid vital and hopes Hoover’s plans will boost Allied provision. He promises distribution and price regulation while urging prompt food administration actions to prevent shortages and civil unrest. Venus pencils US pencils.
Washington June 19 Herbert C Hoover urged senators to pass the administration food control bill saying production must rise and waste drop to feed allies and prevent Americans from hunger. He warned that without control speculation exports and prices must be managed and that wage and price pressures could force broad social disruption.
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