U S prepared for break with Germany secrecy shrouds moves
Washington hears of grave conferences among President Wilson Secretary Lansing and advisers as Germany's submarine warfare is deemed relentless. Passports halted ships sunk feared and neutrality orders tightened along the Atlantic coast while diplomats prepare for possible severance of relations with Germany.
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Germany
Wilson
Col. E. M. House
Lansing
Polk
State Department
Washington
Von Bernstorff Ready to Depart Amid US Germany Tensions
The German ambassador Count von Bernstorff prepared to leave his post as tensions rise over Germanys submarine warfare and a possible US ultimatum. Officials at the German embassy said passports were not expected within 48 hours, and the next message to Berlin would precede a break. The ambassador appeared fatigued and cautious, awaiting the White House decision and signaling the embassy would depart with him if he is recalled.
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Austria Declares Unrestricted Submarine War Policy
Berlin reports Austria-Hungary has adopted an unrestricted submarine warfare stance following Germany. Foreign Minister Count Czernin outlines the dual monarchy’s plan to target ships in neutral waters, aligning with Germany’s prior decree and signaling a broader naval escalation in the war.
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Austria
Germany
Czernin
United States
Developments of First Day of Germanys Ruthless Naval War
Berlin reports Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg vows victory as Austria proclaims unrestricted sea war and Paris counters that French ships will sail as normal. London anticipates a crisis after naval council. Copenhagen summons cabinet while The Hague opens to Dutch traffic. Madrid notes continued ally trade with defensive limits. A German freight ship sinks under mysterious circumstances near Charleston. On the high seas German submarines and mines sink nine ships killing eight men.
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Ships Act to Block Ports Guarded After Dark
Reports from New York indicate urgent asks to Secretary Lansing for definite instructions on American Line steamships movements while British Admiralty coordinates with U S authorities. The St Louis sails soon for Liverpool subject to Washington orders as other liners remain in harbor under war risk rules.
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Break in 48 Hours Feared by Congress
Congress faced a grave crisis as German notes threatened immediate action within 48 hours. Leaders from both parties urged unity and caution while awaiting a White House address. private talks warned of possible break in relations but not war. Prince Ching, former premier and foreign minister, died in Tientsin at eighty.
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Pass Bill Over Veto Aimed at Literacy Test Immigration Law
Advocates report 25 votes to spare in the House to override President Wilson’s veto on the literacy test immigration bill. After earlier defeats under Cleveland Taft and Wilson, the measure passed 286 to 106 in the House, 64 to 7 in the Senate, with Republicans and Democrats split. The push now goes to the Senate where an override is expected.
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Britain cut off by four nations headline item
London reports from February one that the Norwegian foreign affairs committee held a 96 minute session. Mails will not be accepted via Bergen to Newcastle or by American liners. Bergen Newcastle steam service and all English freight traffic are halted. The Dutch government bans sailings of all vessels including neutrals. Copenhagen notes Danish export steamers to England halt, along with several other firms. Five Americans aboard the British steamer Yarrowdale were captured, interned, released, and sent to Copenhagen. they proceed to England via the British consul. Count Romanones announces receipt of a German note on renewed submarine activity and orders the port authorities to suspend callings.
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Dutch Fishermen Sight Vast U Boat Fleet
Dutch fishing boats arriving at Dutch ports report sighting a large number of German submarines moving westward through the North Sea, claimed to enforce a new blockade proclaimed by Germany.
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Germany
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North Sea
Official slain at his desk in Washington capitol
Olympia February 1 E A Olgon chairman of the Washington Industrial Insurance commission was shot dead at his desk in the state capitol by John Van Dell of Bordeaux dissatisfied with the amount paid from the state accident fund.
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Washington Industrial Insurance Commission
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U S Prepares for Break and Global Tensions
Index to today's issue notes moves toward conflict with ships awaiting instructions. Von Bernstorft readiness to depart, notes on blocking ports, Congress fearing imminent break, Senate debate notes, Taft and Hughes remarks, German actions praised by press, and economic and utility reports.
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Ships Sunk, Eight Die in Lloyds Announcement
Lloyds reports ten vessels sunk with eight fatalities and one injury. British steamer Trevean and Belgian Euphrates sunk. Dundee hailed as submarine attack with one dead and one injured. tug Ida sunk. two trawlers and three smacks lost. Dutch steamer Epsilon also sunk. Crew of Epsilon landed.
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Euphrates
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Americans Abroad Urge Return Home From Paris
Two thousand Americans in Paris seek guidance on repatriation as embassies consult Washington. About 2,500 Americans are registered, many living here and traveling to the U.S. for business. With German submarine risk, only a costly route to Spanish ports remains, and Spanish liners lack cabin space. Senator elect Frederick Hale cables President Wilson requesting advised steps for safe passage home.
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America
Frederick Hale
Maine
Wilson
Europe
Pope Plea Against German Submarine War
Rome Feb 1 Pope Benedict appeals to Germany to refrain from unrestricted submarine warfare. Vatican reports say he has little hope for success and is greatly troubled by the war’s course. Those near the Vatican note periods of deep mood and declining health.
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Holy Father
Fifty May Be Dead in Boiler Explosion in Chicago
Story to Chicago dated Feb 2 reports a boiler explosion demolished a three story tenement on Chicago's congested South Side. Windows shattered across a large radius and thousands were awakened. Firemen and rescue crews found six bodies within an hour and rushed them to county hospital as dozens more were feared dead.
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Connolly wire tip testimony sparks hearing shift
In New York the congressional leak inquiry heard conflicting testimony on whether broker Connolly sent his note about the presidents peace note over a private wire or another route. Becker of Hutton testified he had no record of Connolly’s message, prompting executive session to weigh prolonging the hearings.
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