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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1917
Page
1
The House Rules Committee issued a warrant for Thomas W. Lawson of Boston after he failed to appear for testimony. A sergeant at arms team sought him in Washington with orders for immediate appearance, citing contempt powers of the United States. Lawson later signaled he would testify at 2 p.m. hours later.
International News Service reports that three German submarine merchant vessels are sailing toward the United States with valuable cargo. Two ships left Bremerhaven January 2 with two accompanying fighting submarines, likely to aid them through dangerous waters. The Deutschland reportedly departed Bremenhaven January 14 without a convoy. The cargo value in America is said to be at least ten million dollars, with expected arrival around January 20 to 30.
International News Service in Washington reports the United States plans a withdrawal of the punitive expedition from Mexican soil. Ten thousand Mexican troops will close in behind American forces as they withdraw to protect American interests. Carranza promises to safeguard American lives and property with loyal troops. The move could bolster Carranza domestically, depending on his follow through. Callina Cards at the Nugget Office.
The Supreme Court morning ruling on the Caminetti case weighs on numerous Mann Act convictions in federal courts. It affirms the California court outcome, shaping the fate of Caminetti’s_case and the enforcement of the white slave statute nationwide.
Tokyo reports the Japanese cruiser Tsubuka exploded at Yukoura naval station near Yokohama killing hundreds and maiming about three hundred. The government ordered an investigation into whether the magazine detonation was accidental or the result of deliberate action amid rumors of threats from seamen and German involvement questioned by officials.
New York and Washington reports say Thoma W. Lawson testified before the House Rules Committee naming Chairman Henry and Treasury Secretary McAdoo as figures involved in a leak. The testimony, given amid a long session, sparked claims of political scandal and intensified scrutiny of House Rules leadership and the Treasury.
Washington June report details testimony by Lawson naming McAdoo Hearyne and Archibald White as officials involved in leaks. He alleges Pinny Fiske, a New York banker, could summon cabinet members at any hour and shared government secrets for market advantage. The narrative traces connections between finance and policy amid ongoing investigations.
International News Service reports Admiral Dewey has pneumonia and his doctors fear no recovery. At seventy nine, though active in his office work until recently, his age weighs against him in the perilous battle for life. Bulletin says he is failing fast with little hope for today.
Seward reports the Bristol Bay election returns are in a registered letter to the Valdez district clerk. The Dora brought mail and a bulky postmarked Nushaguk letter likely containing Bristol Bay precinct results. Delays in mail to Valdez mean full results may be known only by week’s end or next. Subscribe for Nome Nugget.
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