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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1917
Page
2
The article notes the submarine commander acted under orders issued days earlier. If the action fails to deter Germany and the American threat continues, President Wilson may again appear before Congress, though war declarations are not contemplated. Congress supports the president, while the nation remains poorly prepared for war.
Washington notes a somber Capitol as President Wilson ends diplomatic relations with Germany in response to submarine warfare. Congress stands united while Germany faces possible war actions, with 64 American prisoners at issue and a looming decision on further measures.
The United States plans to sever relations by closing the Berlin embassy and all German consulates. Ambassador Gerard is to pull out all embassy staff and attachés from Germany. Passports were handed to Count von Bernstorff at two o'clock as President Wilson prepared to announce the break with Germany.
Washington dispatch describes Secretary Lansing rapidly ordering passports for Count von Bernstorff and signaling a full shift in policy. Officials instruct consuls to quit Germany, halt passports for travelers, and shift ship movements to the Navy as the administration seeks immediate control amid rising tensions.
In Washington on January 3, Ambassador Count Von Bernstorff received his passports from Lester H. Woolsey, not Eddie Savoy, ending his official status and making him a private citizen. The German envoy voiced regret at the break in relations, while Swiss Minister Ritter handles German papers and embassy affairs. Germany hopes war can be avoided. internment or naval transport options are discussed. Nebraska Germans pledge allegiance to the United States.
Nebraska German Americans, meeting in Omaha on February 8, pledge readiness to support the president and nation during wartime. The group emphasizes loyalty, community service, and preparedness for calls to duty and defense.
The Indiana House of Representatives unanimously approved a resolution expressing confidence in the president. The Senate did not hold a session today.
A fragment lists individuals with towns in Texas including Adolf Seeling of Lockhart Rudolf Engle of Bergheim A S and S Frils of Beeville S H Pitts of Corpus Christi M E Scoville of Kenedy Robt Stahmann of Comfort Joe Stahl of Gonzales Chas E Neal of Cotulla and W H Koon of Burnet.
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