War drift ahead as Germany cuts ties with U S
Western newspapers report President Wilson announcing severance of diplomatic relations with Germany. The move is framed as a measure short of war but could lead to hostilities, with army plans disclosed for rapid mobilization and universal service. Civilian cities face explosive danger and Nebraska lawmakers vow support for Wilson.
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Military defenses boosted by executive authority claim
A fragmented passage notes no special order yet issued to enhance guard at stations arsenals and naval magazines but states a commanding officer may take any steps necessary. The wording implies authority exists to act without a formal order.
Taft Addresses Peace League as German Crisis Looms
Ex President Taft prefaced a speech on the League to Enforce Peace with a warning that German defiance of law could drag the United States into war. He urged Congress to act with support from the American people and prayed for deliverance. Nebraska Legislature pledges loyalty to the president in pursuit of peace and national dignity. Wahington Dudley and Field Malone of the port discuss potential emergency measures with Justice and New York police officials, increasing dock guards to about 1,200.
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Wilson signals possible war as U S sinks ship
President Wilson considers Congress action after the sinking of the Housatonic by a German submarine near the Scilly Islands. Officials fear a move toward war as the nation weighs safeguarding lives and property on the high seas amid mounting tensions with Germany.
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Sinking of nine vessels and war talks amid Atlantic convoy fears
Lloyds reports nine vessels sunk or damaged with eight dead and one injured. The British steamer Trevean and Belgian Euphrates went down, Dundee was submarine attacked, Ida sunk, five lost on barges, and two trawlers and three smacks perished. In New York, Britain and allies prepare for submarine warfare and vow to keep Liverpool and Bordeaux ports open, with convoys possible for Atlantic crossings.
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Germany Seeks Transport Fixes to Ease Coal Iron Supply
Berlin has issued a statement noting negotiations are underway to remove transport difficulties and meet neutral states' needs for essential raw materials, especially coal and iron, amid strained ties with the United States.
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Housatonic Crew Landed After Sinking by German Sub
The American steamship Housatonic was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine off Pensance England. All 37 crew members were landed at Pensance after a 90 minute tow. American consul John G Stevens quoted by AP reports the attack occurred 12 30 Saturday. Washington reports Baker and Daniels declined to comment after a White House conference. Three US naval vessels in the Mediterranean including one at Alexandria will not be moved.
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Ohio House Backs President in Present International Crisis
The lower house approves President Wilson by unanimous vote amid the current international crisis, signaling strong endorsement from Columbus lawmakers as the nation faces global tensions.
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Roosevelt Backs Wilson to Uphold United States Honor
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt pledges support for President Wilson to uphold U S honor amid wartime tensions. He discusses plans to raise an army with navy department orders and cites actions related to the Lusitania sinking Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Wilhelm being held in Philadelphia.
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Congress Is Given Reasons for Our Break With Germany
President Wilson outlined in a joint session the causes of severing diplomatic ties with Germany over submarine warfare. He recalled the Sussex sinking, German assurances, and the sharp note that led to breaking relations, warning of potential action to protect American lives at sea.
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Canary Islands suffer amid submarine blockade
Reuters reports from Madrid that the Mediterranean Ship Owners Federation says Spanish ships trading with England France and Italy will be diverted. The federation president warns first victims of the blockade are the Canary Islands deserted by both belligerents in a grave food shortage situation.
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British Urged to Conserve Food in Public Appeal
The food ministry issued a public appeal urging the nation to limit weekly per head consumption to four pounds of bread two and a half pounds of meat and three quarters of a pound of sugar. The food controller asks heads of families to observe this basis as stocks and future needs are considered and the public is placed on their honor to comply.
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