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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
1
Report questions whether the United States ambassador to Germany is being held by Berlin authorities. The piece notes rising tensions between the two governments and seeks confirmation from diplomatic sources about the ambassador’s status and any coercive actions.
Reports from Berlin and Washington show confusion over Ambassador Gerard's status and possible hostage arrangements for the safety of Count Bernstorff. American officials await definite word on his departure plans as lines of communication with Bern and Berne shift amid European diplomacy.
In Charleston West Virginia on February 7 the State Senate adopted two resolutions and passed three bills then moved to executive session to consider governor Hatfield's appointments awaiting Senate confirmation Senator Fox challenged the secrecy on the nominations while Thaddeus C. Jones was named to practice veterinary surgery and to update the Harris legislative handbook and official register. Bills touching family law Ohio county schools delinquent and forfeited lands licensing of dogs and service commission powers were advanced or rejected as the session progressed.
The Alb Assn approved increasing capital stock of the Fairstone Bulletinead Loan Association from 1,040,000 to 1,300,000 at last night’s stockholders meeting. An audit report by Fairmont was accepted. one director change occurred with J B Watson Jr replacing J R Watson Sr. Elected directors include J M Hartley Hl L Heintzelman A G Martin C H Jenking T T Brett C C Meredith W H Spedden J S Watson Jr J M Browfield Geo J Gross Rollo J Conley O S yes W J Wiegel I T Cunningham.
Rio de Janeiro February 7 official statement says Brazil dispatched its reply to the German declaration of unrestricted warfare to the Brazilian minister in Berlin for delivery.
Countess von Bernatorit wife of the German ambassador to the United States is identified as Mir Janne Luckéemeéyer of New York amid a relocation note.
Washington report describes former German ambassador Count von Bernstorff aiding Bryan and Stowe to urge Germany to avoid acts of war against the United States. A conference with Bryan, Stowe, and a New York intermediary discussed using Bernstorff’s good offices, but Bernstorff is now a private citizen with no channel to Berlin. President Wilson’s involvement is noted, but the potential impact in Germany remains uncertain.
Three hundred persons died by drowning or freezing on the Japanese steamer Huankaln which ran aground in a severe snowstorm near Chefoo Shantung province. Captain Stampe, a Dutch officer, led a rescue of 76 survivors over four days in the cold. Swden will not sever relations with Germany despite Wilson’s invitation and will oppose Germany’s naval policy.
Fairmont society members gathered for a New Year meeting of the Fairmont Choral Society to present Haydn's Creation. The ensemble gave the vision last night, with Prof South Black directing rehearsals set to begin February 15, inviting all current and prospective members to attend the first session. The upcoming oratorio, slated for May, is expected to appeal to the public.
The congressional inquiry into leaks continues with uncertainty over ending hearings. Democrats say a leak on Wilson's peace note links to Washington reporters J Fred Exeary and W W Price who allegedly forecast moves to New York and Chicago brokers. Republicans push to continue and exam Ruth Thomason Visconti who purportedly told Thomas W Lawson that Price acted as a go between for Secretary Tumulty in Wall Street deals.
Washington February seven. Swiss Minister Ritter informed the State Department his government will assume German diplomatic interests in the United States including the German embassy and twelve consulates nationwide. The move follows instructions from Bern to manage Germany’s diplomatic ties here.
In a fiery Senate address, Republican Senator Works of California denounces President Wilson’s move to sever relations with Germany. He argues the United States has not been truly neutral and warns against driving the nation into war for dubious reasons, urging restraint and reflection on who bears responsibility for American lives lost at sea. He notes Germany’s danger zone and questions policy toward the belligerents while stressing the need to protect American rights without entangling the country in conflict.
The semi annual convention of District No 0 of the West Virginia State Lodge of Rebekah will be held tomorrow at Worthington with local lodge No 64 sending members to attend. Sessions begin at ten oclock and end with an evening meeting. Approximately fifty delegates from Morgantown Gratton Fairmont Mannington Fairview Matl Blacksville Worthington and Monongah will take part. The Worthington lodge will host the evening session and work will include initiations. Local women attending include Mesflamo Kate Melcher Mary Fawcett Mathia Wright Gladys Gainer Rolla Toothman Lena Yates Sarah Sapp Simeon Bright Emma Gaskill and Miss Millie Byans.
Amsterdam dispatch states two dynamite factories at Schie Busch near Cologne were blown up on January 27, killing about 200 people, mostly women. A separate railway explosion between Aix La Chapelle and Louvain last Thursday reportedly caused multiple Belgian workers’ deaths or injuries.
In Washington on February, the State Department announced that the liner St Louis would be granted a convoy if she seeks passage to England through the German submarine zone. The policy rests on America's recognized right to traverse the high seas and views Germany’s submarine blockade as illegal. Any sinking of American ships would prompt immediate hostilities.
A concise clipping notes a resident golfing outing near Wilton with a casual remark that the President had no engagements scheduled for the day, hinting at a quiet civic scene and local leisure activity.
Up to noon reports show several sinkings totaling more than 12 000 tons including the British steamer Crown with 46 218 tons and the Azul at 8 074 tons. Two fatalities accompany the attacks as London reports losses aboard the Saxon Briton and Wartenfel. Despite cold weather French forces press advances in Torraing as troops drive out pockets of resistance in the sector.
Fragmentary report notes the city amid a patriotic mood as a flag remains pale during a day marked by foreign-sounding tensions. Officials and citizens react to a symbolic display tied to the Red Crows society, with references to steam radiators and a Fairmont setting.
Washington reports a surge of Smiths among new Marine enlistees totaling 1,032, with 18 Johns and 160 Williams, Cohen and Murphy among notable Irish and Jewish descents. The piece notes the popularity of common surnames in military service and mentions Tommy Atkins as a British reference for a Walsh soldier.
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