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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1917

Page

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United States Severes Diplomatic Ties With Germany

Washington reports that the United States has severed diplomatic relations with the German government. Count von Bernstorff has his passport, Ambassador Gerard is ordered from Berlin, and President Wilson will address Congress this afternoon. The move signals a protest short of war, with questions remaining about Austria's possible follow‑up action.

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President Wilson Declares Break in U S German Ties

President Wilson announced to Congress that the United States has severed diplomatic relations with Germany and will withdraw the American ambassador, signaling a move toward potential war as Germany resumes submarine warfare and endangers neutral shipping. The address framed as a turning point in American history, calling for law and humanity amidst the crisis.

Washington, D. C Germany Wilson Congress United States Wilsopader Janary Mio Sussex Ilva P Tlin Kolom Berlin Pansport Jchman Wei

United States Stands for Peace Amid German Threats

President warns that American ships and citizens must be protected and vows to defend neutral rights if Germany violates international law. He reiterates friendship with the German people, aims for peace, and cautions Congress to grant necessary authority only to defend liberty and justice on the seas.

Congress Wea Wnll Senate Neek Berty Germany

Germany urged to release American prisoners of war

The United States formally demanded Germany immediately release Americans captured on prize ships by raiders in the South Atlantic. The note cites wartime treatment and seeks swift repatriation of service members held abroad.

Apsocia Presay Washington United States Gey Mainy Atlentic

Wilson Breaks Diplomatic Ties With Germany

President Wilson announces the United States will sever diplomatic relations with Germany over submarine warfare. Ambassador Gerard is instructed to seek German passports, Count von Bernstorff receives one, and U.S. ports and defenses are mobilized as Congress prepares a wartime response.

Train wreck near Gilda Two Nuredw Station claims lives

At Gromwell Station on the Chicago Burlington and Quincy line a passenger train wreck after a broken rail last night killed six people and injured fifty two as five Pullman cars plunged down a 240 foot embankment. The tender and smoking car remained on the track while the observation car skidded but did not overturn. Twelve are listed as seriously injured and were treated at Creston hospital.

Gromwell Bsix Chicago Burlington and Quincy Creston

Prepared for Worst By Gilgon Gardner

The president uses peace notes to keep the nation from war while Congress debates. He aims to secure terms preventing hasty action, urging wartime restraint and fidelity to honor. The public mood leans toward peace, with substantial opposition to declaring war despite submarine threats. He seeks a cautious path, not conquest.

Gilgon Gardner Washington Engu Wilson Congress

City Hall Notes Creatively Recounts A Local Feud

A chaotic city hall scene unfolds as a disputed argument erupts this month. Bobun appears to win amid a tangle of acronyms and odd phrases. Police chief Ford and others face uneasy comments about costs and actions during earlier times.

Bobun Chinti Polk Hurrant Nalther David Dean Ford David David Tian

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