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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1916
Page
2
The German submarine merchantman Deutschland arrives in Baltimore after crossing the Atlantic in 16 days, carrying mail and 750 tons of chemicals and dyestuffs. Captain Kalrig commands the vessel as a merchant ship, with 29 crew aboard, guarded by a pilot and the tug Timmins while entering port.
From Aanapra New Mexico line seven miles west of El Paso a running duel left fourteen Mexican bandits dead. An American posse led by Tom Perrine with Jess Adams and Alex Alevra killed the attackers during the chase. Bud Fisher injured in Saratoga accident with broken rib after car overturns on state road.
A German submarine with a sealed message from Emperor William to President Wilson docked in Chesapeake Bay at 1:45 after a 4000 mile voyage. The Deutschland carried 750 tons of dyestuffs and mail, avoided torpedo tubes, and showed two three inch guns. Captain Chiswell led the chase by the Onondaga, while Pilot Fred Cocke noted the crew wore regular uniforms and the commander spoke openly of launching an undersea trade venture between the U S and Germany.
The United States must classify the Deutschland as a merchant vessel or warship after examination of the submersible’s armament crew and construction. If a warship it must depart American ports within 24 hours. as a commercial ship it may enter and leave freely. The inquiry will shape subsequent international law questions.
A preliminary report from Collector Ryan in Baltimore declares the Deutschland a purely merchant ship with no special status despite its Atlantic voyage. Officials expect no diplomatic complications if confirmed, with Captain C F Hughes aiding examination. unloading cargo, crew shore leave, and diplomatic papers require State Department clearance.
President Wilson urged peace by mutual understanding over force in Detroit and Toledo visits. He defended the Democratic party as friendly to business, spoke to enthusiastic crowds at the World’s Salesmanship Congress hall and Ford Plant, with about 50 000 gathered, and echoed the crowd’s call for peace as the world conflict nears end.
Acting Secretary Polk of the state department and Eliseo Arrentondo Mexican ambassador designee conferred briefly but no definite steps were taken toward beginning negotiations to settle differences between the two governments.
Wilmington authorities report a citizens committee settlement ending the street car strike. Motor men and conductors return to work immediately on the local traction company lines.
Washington reports the Federal government will assist flood victims amid widespread homelessness and deaths. At Senator Underwood's request the War Department orders an engineer to study conditions in the Cahaba and Alabama River valleys where about 2,500 families lack food or shelter.
Baltimore report says the German submarine Deutschland is ready to discharge its million dollar cargo and load metal and rubber for Emperor William's forces. Return voyage plans depend on evading enemy cruisers near the Virginia capes.
Russians report success across the eastern front with Letchitsky cutting off von Bothmer at Delatyn and Brussiloff pushing near Kovel toward the Stokod River. They claim occupation of Huleviche and likely crossing the Stokod, while Baranovichi and Kovel remain German positions. French forces renew offensive south of the Somme with trenches gained near Flaucourt and depths up to a mile. British troops fight near Ovilleres with steady progress against stubborn resistance.
Democrats in Congress unite to push early consideration of the army and navy appropriation bills the revenue measure and the government slipping bill The ship bill faces Republican opposition in the senate and a possible filibuster but Democrats claim enough votes to pass without GOP help.
Biloxi Mississippi reports the American schooner St Bartholomew added to seven missing schooners feared to have foundered or dashed ashore during a tropical storm off the Gulf Coast.
Wreckage from last week’s tropical storm along Mobile and surrounding areas is being cleared. Telegraph and telephone service are partially restored to Mobile with other public utilities partially operational. No deaths reported in Mobile as the waterfront sustains damage.
Mexico City leaders gathered at the national palace to discuss Lansing notes proposing practical plans to resolve tensions with the United States. Two plans are under consideration as preliminary talks begin.
Washington notes report that Secretary Lansing favors rapid informal talks with Mexico over the Arredondo Polk dispute. The exchange of notes shows both governments seeking a practical plan to resolve long standing boundary differences and prevent recurrence.
Governor Locke Craig ordered four companies of North Carolina coast artillery from Charlotte Greensboro Salisbury and Goldsboro to Wilmington as a precaution against riots linked to the streetcar strike Major Kuykendall of Greensboro assumes command The move followed requests from Judge Stacy of Wilmington and New Hanover sheriff and came after Craig directed the adjutant general to supply needed troops.
General Haig's forces captured additional positions in the Leipzig redoubt and advanced at La Boisselle where German trenches were taken along a 2000 yard front to a depth of 500 yards. They entered Orvillers after gaining 500 yards of front and pushed the enemy north of Fricourt.
Washington sent six Public Health Service experts to assist New York City authorities in curbing an infantile paralysis outbreak. A task force of surgeons and laboratory scientists was organized to develop preventive measures and curb spread.
The report describes heavy German attacks on both ends of the French line near Peronne and Meuse regions, with French and British forces holding positions. It notes a large Russian drive against Austro German forces, claiming up to 500000 enemy casualties and substantial loot including guns and machine guns.
Secretary Lansing told ambassador designate Elseo Arredondo that the United States welcomes General Carranza's proposal for direct diplomatic talks to resolve differences. President Wilson discussed the approach before Lansing's vacation. The State Department signals possible material aid to restore order in Mexico while awaiting informal discussions.
Norfolk The Seaboard Air Line Railway coach shop and shed burned destroying 16 coaches. Officials announced the loss, covered by insurance, totalled $725,000. The fire prompts immediate rebuilding or replacement plans. Chicago Judge Landis dissolves the Associated Bill Posters and Distributors United States and Canada trust.
The First Regiment Virginia National Guard arrived at Brownsville Texas from Richmond with the Seaboard Air Line. The Second Regiment arrived hours later via Southern Railway. The soldiers, in good condition, began camp duties awaiting orders for active service on the border or in Mexico.
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