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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1917
Page
2
The article discusses possible next moves after breaking with Austria, including Germany's stance on prisoners of war and potential Austrian ratification of submarine policy. It notes U.S. efforts to secure safe conduct for Count von Bernstorff and embassy staff, and outlines Red Cross readiness and Belgian relief logistics.
The Manchester Guardian reports that President Wilson has secured assurances neutrals will follow the United States. It suggests many powers especially in South America may join in entering the war alongside the U.S. in a decisive move.
Paris Feb 4 Alejandro Lerroux Spanish deputy and leader of the Republican party in Barcelona asserts Alfonso has means to enforce rights. The report notes Lerroux’s remarks on royal authority and civil liberties amid regional tensions in Spain.
Advertises Vitalitas as a spring medicine from Nature that strengthens blood, bone, and muscle. Claims relief for chronic ailments including indigestion and nervous debility after other treatments fail. Endorses use for invalids and households as a pleasant, effective remedy.
The Osservatore Romano states that a break in diplomatic ties between the United States and Germany is unlikely to trigger war. It cites America's past policy and the physical challenges of conflict, suggesting neutrals will halt steamship departures to avert further complications.
New York authorities deployed about 3000 National Guardsmen under arms with 16000 more awaiting active service. Precautions focus on transportation lines munition centers public buildings and utilities with guards at major bridges and metropolitan sites to protect public works against possible action by a crank.
In Philadelphia a heightened security posture surrounds munitions plants and government buildings as US German tensions rise. Navy yard commandant mobilizes Marines while battleships Missouri Minnesota and cruiser Wisconsin near sea duty. Bible class volunteers offer aid to Governor Brumbaugh.
Washington officials say war costs would be met by a bond issue rather than higher taxes. The present tax rate is viewed as near the limit the public can bear, while bonds are considered easier for raising the vast sums needed for war, according to Treasury Secretary McAdoo and other administration leaders.
Representative Rainey says bonds will be requested to finance possible war, with exemptions from taxes and fixed denominations to attract all investors. He notes Britain’s tax shift and suggests taxes on luxuries, incomes, and inheritances could fund billions, while the government could raise at least a hundred million to a half billion if needed.
News from Berlin reports a break in diplomatic relations with the United States and Americans face hard choices. Many seek leave via the trans Siberian route or through Spain to Cuba, while others intend to stay despite the crisis. Ambassador Gerard declined to comment and awaits further instructions as officials confer.
Ambassador Gerard nears return to the United States from a Spanish port as plans for a Brazilian minister to take over fade. Germany may offer a special re ratification of the 1799 and 1828 treaties allowing Americans nine months to settle affairs if war breaks out, guarding nationals from internment and delaying mass exodus.
Promises a quick relief with LAXATIVE BROMO QUIN INE. urges to seek the full name for authenticity and mentions signature of DR. W. GROVE. Offered at 25 cents.
The home trip of guard troops is postponed with names tied to San Antonio and Athens Texas figures including Tonio Forsyth Moon Ellisdale and Royal A. Moon. The notice lists Alex Claus and Charles W. Draeger among involved parties.
Reports from Washington say San Antonio is the designated center for training volunteers if war arises. Civilians from Fort Sam Houston training camp and the San Antonio Military Rifle Club anticipate a meeting soon to plan how members may aid the government in forming a civilian army. Colonel W S Hendrick notes increased rifle practice as officers are scarce and those who attended last summer’s camp may be eligible for commissions.
Florida fruit and vegetable growers suffered heavy losses as a cold wave hit the south last Friday and peaked Sunday night with high winds and freezing temperatures reaching the middle of the Florida peninsula. In Orange Marion Alachua St John counties and others trees laden with fruit were hit hard with near total crop loss. Damage extended to Louisiana with wind smashing plate glass in Atlanta and damaging small houses at Macon.
In Manila Bay authorities seized the crews of seventeen German merchant vessels at 6 pm. Navy experts aided customs officers as American guards boarded each ship. German crews were landed in the business district under police guard while other German nationals remain free or guarded.
New York Feb 5 in a serious emergency nearly 18 million men are available for military service in the United States. Exec committee of Mayer Mitchel's defense committee notes 10 535 940 men aged 18 to 45 are fit for service. Based on foreign universal service models 690 000 of 900 000 yearly entrants meet the French standard and 459 000 meet the German standard.
The Salesmanship Club of San Antonio formed at a large luncheon in the Gunter hotel with 100 initial members from diverse city businesses. Temporary chairman Clifton George led discussions on forming the organization as W. S. James and others spoke on its purpose. Directors were elected to select permanent officers, and a constitution and by laws will be adopted next meeting with a call for more recruits.
Henry Ford announced in Washington on February 5 that in a wartime emergency he would place his factory at the government’s disposal and operate it without profit.
Washington on February 5 shows a rapid national state, state, and local response to deter German sympathizers. Congress weighs authority to commandeer plants, while government units guard keys sites and restrict access. Navy moves keep ship movements secret and watch German crews at risk of sabotage.
Washington discussed delaying elaborate inaugural ceremonies for the president and vice president with talks of a simple administration one month away. In Chicago, the Great Lakes Naval Training Station at Lake Bluff increased guard with visitors barred and 1800 personnel on site.
The American steamer Housatonic was torpedoed by a German submarine after receiving a warning. All 37 crew were rescued, and the ship was towed toward land near Cornwall. The submarine, signaling to the British patrol boat, landed the crew at Penzance. The vessel flew the American flag during the attack.
The measure aims to empower the president to seize railroads during war but drops compulsory arbitration provisions. It was re introduced in the House, reflecting wartime control powers without mandatory mediation.
President Wilson did not hold conferences on the submarine question Sunday and attended church.
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