New Aeroplanes Reach Columbus As Exped Force Gathers
Pershing reports continued operations on a larger scale and an undiminished border drive. Snipers hit Major Howze’s command at Bachinerva but no punishment was possible. Eight new aeroplanes reach Columbus while units move to border posts to reinforce the expeditionary force.
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Pershing
Major Howze
Bachinerva
United States
Mexico
General Pershing
Satevo
Scott Due Friday Night
Washington reports Major General Hugh L. Scott travels to the border as Secretary Baker's representative to assess military problems faced by General Funston. His findings may influence Washington's stance on Carranza’s demand to recall the American expeditionary force from Mexico. State Department officials prep questions for the forthcoming reply to Carranza while awaiting developments. He is due at Fort Sam Houston Friday night.
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Washington
D. C
Hugh L. Scott
General Staff
Army
Baker
Funston
Scott
Carranza
Mexico
State Department
General Scott
San Antonio
Mexican Expedition Updates and Villa Death Reports
Officials weighed dispatches from Mexico City on Villa’s supposed body and Obregon’s cautious stance. No word from Funston or Pershing, while Carranza forces moved toward Parral, signaling possible opposition to deeper American penetration. Provisions for the expedition were sent, and hay shipments were unconfirmed as seized.
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General Obregon
Villa
Funston
General Funston
General Pershing
War Department
Parra
United States
Baker
Pershing
Carranza
State Department
Chihuahua
Parral
Mexico
Snipers Fire On Officer Near Camp in New Mexico
An American army officer was fired upon while traveling with a dispatch bearer near a field camp. Cavalry found the camp of Candelario Cervantes, Villa lieutenant, in the mountains. Cervantes fled. Relations with Carranza troops remain mixed amid ongoing U S military actions and cautious engagement.
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Columbus
N. M
Candelario Cervantes
Cervantes
Villa
Carranza
Parral
Frank Tompkins
Sharpe kills daughter then ends life in hotel
Alfred L. Sharpe, longtime El Paso customs collector, shot his 18 year old daughter Holland in a quarrel over money and property then killed himself in a Binghamton hotel. Doctors say Holland faces serious injuries but has a chance to recover. Sharpe had been a Texas legislator and sponsored the anti gambling bill.
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Binghamton
Alfred L. Sharpe
el Paso
Tex
Holland
Sharpe
Willis Kilmer
A. L. Sharpe
N. Y
Texas
Georgetown
US warned of severing relations over German submarine warfare
The note demands an immediate end to submarine warfare against passenger and freight ships or the United States will sever diplomatic relations with Germany. It cites the Sussex case as proven and notes German torpedo bolts and debris found on the ship. Senator Kern says Senate unlikely to discuss Wilson's address and no congressional action is expected.
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United States
German Empire
Sussex
Kern
Senate
White House
Wilson
Germany
Congress
Editorial Attacks Wilsons Note on War and Food Blockade
Illinois Staats Zeitung and Chicago Herald publish harsh commentary on President Wilson’s peace notes. Critics accuse him of serving ammunition manufacturers and urge a tougher stance or direct German escalation leading to war.
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Wilson
Germany
Congress
Illinois
Staats Zeitung
Chicago
Humanity
President says Germany uses submarines against humanity
The Beaumont Enterprise reports the president stating that Germany has been using submarines in ways that violate humanity and the rights of neutral nations.
Just Try This When Hairy Growths Appear
An old adv says a paste of water and delatone powder removes hair without pain. Apply to hairy skin for two to three minutes then rub off and wash. Use only genuine delatone to avoid issues.
Wilsons ultimatum sparks varied editorials from Texas papers
Waco News-This Republic lauds Wilson for defending international law and severing relations if Germany does not change its submarine warfare. Fort Worth Record calls Wilson’s address Americas last word and warns of war profits and ending bridges. Houston Post sees the address as a demand for safer neutral rights or forfeited friendship.
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Fort Worth
Tex
Wilson
America
Germany's Next Move Seen After Note Receipt
The Daily Oklahoman notes that Germany faces a test of its course after receiving a note, with the country’s response likely determining whether it loses its sole major ally.
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Daily
Oklahoman
Germany
President Faces Narrow Path Amid Mounting Pressure
The president has pursued the only possible course open unless he should choose to beat an ignominious retreat, signaling a critical moment as opposition grows and options thin.
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Muskogee Phoenix
President Wilson’s patience urged as war talk rises
Editorial roundup from major papers lauds Wilson for patience and moral leadership while warning that Germany may still back down. Commentators contrast leadership with weak indecision and urge national resolve if war becomes necessary. Lincolnian rights of nations cited as basis for action.
US People Back President's Call to Protect Rights
The public is expected to endorse the president and back any action needed to defend American rights and preserve national honor.
Wilson’s Ultimatum Stirs War Cloud Over Nation
The Baltimore German Correspondent reports President Woodrow Wilson has issued an ultimatum to Germany, creating a dangerous war cloud. It notes that most Americans oppose entering a war with Germany or any other country.
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Baltimore
Woodrow Wilson
Germany
Propaganda Key in War Debate Over German Policy
Editorial notes that breaking relations with Germany would be broadly sanctioned by many, yet urges careful consideration as only deliberate propaganda could sway the American majority to support war under current conditions.
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el Paso
Tex
Germany
Wilson Ultimatum Backed by United Public Spirit
A Phoenix Gazette notice urges support for President Wilson and his ultimatum, calling him a protector of liberty and appealing to a united public spirit to back his stance.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Wilson
No Alt to President's Action in International Law
In Santa Fe the New Mexican argues there is no alternative to the president's action, stating the United States cannot relinquish its simplest rights under international law.
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Santa Fe
N. M
New Mexican
United States
War hesitation echoes in Chronicle plea for peace
The San Francisco Chronicle argues that serious as conditions are, war with Germany gains nothing and would worsen the horrors it seeks to protest, urging protection of mankind without pursuing armed conflict.
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San Francisco Chronicle
Germany
President Wilson Steps Up Submarine Policy in Crisis
The Seattle Post Intelligencer notes the long overdue move and predicts broad American support as President Wilson resolves the submarine dispute with Germany using all available resources.
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Seattle
Wash
Post Intelligencer
Wilson
Germany
Wilson speech omits reason for submarine policy shift
The article notes President Wilson’s Congress address fails to explain the change in policy toward submarine warfare. It claims Wall Street favors war, while most Americans oppose entering conflict with a long-time ally.
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Cincinnati
Freie Presse
Wilson
Congress
Wall Street
Kaiser’s capitulation seen in titanic struggle says Temple editor
Editorial comment asserts the kaiser must yield in the World War effort, claiming clear signs of inevitable capitulation to readers of the Daily Telegram from Temple Texas.
Break with United States Could Offer Gracious Exit
The text suggests a break with the United States might provide a more graceful exit for him, while affirming support for President Wilson whether war comes in theory or actuality.
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United States
Wilson
President's resolute address applauded by Americans
The Montgomery Advertiser notes broad approval of the president's tone in his address. It emphasizes a call to national unity and steadfast Americanism without qualifiers.
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Montgomery
Ala
Attitude of the president and German responsibilities
The president’s stance is not a declaration of war but presses Germany to accept an American position grounded in humanity and to take responsibility for the consequences of its actions. The message emphasizes the need for Germany to align with U.S. demands or face consequences.
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Atlanta
Germany
President’s Followers Rally Behind Steady Leader
The people support their president and share a unified view, impressed by his careful approach to reaching a conclusion. Citizens express confidence in his deliberate decision making and steadfast leadership.
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Mobile Register
United States War Resolve Against Germany Declared
The Nashville Tennesseean notes the nation faces a war with Germany that cannot be avoided and will win popular support as the United States moves toward conflict.
Ultima tum in Wilson deferral deemed national humiliation
A fragment from the Chattanooga Times notes a conviction that delaying action by Wilson would be pusillanimous and a national humiliation, framing any postponement as unacceptable.
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Chattanooga
Wilson
German submarine war ultimatum risks war rights
The note demands that Germany abandon its submarine campaign against merchant vessels, a move not clearly supported by international law. It is unlikely Germany will concede and may deny the US claim. Congress may question the president's authority to push this.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Germany
United States
Congress
We should have made the issue immediately after the sinking
A brief opinion notes the urgency following the Lusitania sinking and argues timely action should have been taken, reflecting on public response and policy considerations.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Philadelphia Ledger Settles Longstanding German Account
The ledger reports an extended account with Germany has run many months, reaching a staggering total. The account is now closed with only full settlement remaining.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Germany
Determination Backed by Force Needed in Lusitania Case
The New York Tribune argues Germany must be settled with a display of resolve backed by force, contending Germany never planned to meet Wilson’s reparations offer for the Lusitania massacre and should have been met with decisive action last August.
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New York Tribune
Germany
New York Staats Zeitung voices stance on German neutrality credentials
The article argues it is unthinkable for the German government to recognize the president's credentials as representative of neutrals while the submarine warfare and British blockade persist. It warns that meeting demands would guarantee British sea trade protection and shield England from harm, continuing civilian suffering.
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New York
President Wilson warns Germany of possible war over demands
President Wilson tells the German government it must meet demands or face war with the United States. He says severing diplomatic relations now leads to war, and Congress will intervene in due time to resolve the crisis.
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Germany
Wilson
United States
Congress
Note on Presidential Address and War Declarations
The New York Sun reports that publishing the morning note would render Congress unnecessary for the war declarations unless the president’s Capitol appearance makes the war-declaring department a party to actions already taken by the executive.
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New York Sun
Unity in War Effort Urges National Consensus
The article urges unity across parties as the United States faces a potential war. It argues the president represents the nation and that personal prejudice must be submerged for the country to act in the interest of all. Criticism is discouraged during this critical moment.
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New York Herald
United States
Wilson
New York World Urges German Choice On War and Peace
The New York World comments on public hope for reconciliation and warns the German government must decide if it seeks friendship or enmity with the United States. It stresses that only a deliberate step could end hopes for an honorable adjustment and future guarantees.
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New York World
United States
Decision shifts to Germany on critical moment
The article declares that decisive power now lies with Germany and the outcome rests on Germany’s choice. It notes the perilous path but says the nation’s honor required the move, accepting consequences to let Germany decide.
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Galveston
Germany
President's message sparks broad support for Americanism
The Journal notes the president's Congress address emphasizes Americanism, likely to win popular approval as a general proposition. It cautions that ample aspects of the situation require careful consideration by the public and policymakers.
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Kansas City
Public support hinges on uphold of Americanism and trust
The excerpt argues that public backing for the presidential program depends on faithfulness to American traditions. It asserts people will not join a war on vague humanitarian grounds and will support the president as long as he acts in good faith.
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Waco
Tex
Woodrow Wilson
Congress
Payment Delayed at West Texas Bank and Trust
No timetable yet for deposits payments to West Texas Bank and Trust Company creditors under the state guaranty fund. Commissioner John H. Patterson and liquidating agent L. K. Roberts declined to comment, promising a full statement later. Patterson shook his head when asked about readiness.
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West Texas Bank & Trust Company
John 8. Patterson
Banking and Insurance
L. K. Roberts
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