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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1917
Page
7
In the House a heated clash centers on the 251 million naval appropriation. Republicans Britten and Gardner condemn Navy delays and question submarine contracts while Democrat Oliver argues postponing ship funding could yield better contractor terms and savings.
Secretary Baker asked Congress for eleven million six hundred thirteen thousand dollars to fund the army and national guard for pay arming and training. Senate blocked Cary T Gray son’s promotion to rear admiral and signaled extended debate. A foreign relations measure proposed an international tribunal to settle disputes after the European war. Senate finance talks on the administration tax plan continue with hearings likely on corporate taxes and investment profits. A probe into New York Cotton Exchange practices is ordered, and a District of Columbia flag protection bill passes without debate.
The Alaska prohibition bill passed the House without a roll call and awaits the president's signature to become effective January 1, 1918. It followed a Senate vote and was seen as significant ahead of a district dry vote. Also noted are local notices praising Congress for moving Mumetpa Hospital's site and protest over Colorado avenue streetcar service. Burial details for Jay F. Durham and funeral updates are included.
President Wilson and fifteen Democratic senators met to decide on severing diplomatic ties with Germany over the German declaration. The group vowed unanimous Senate support for whatever course he chose, with discussions touching timing and act while noting no Republican attendees. The President indicated deferring public action until Monday after a night of reflection.
TheUnited States weighs its decision affecting all neutrals as a German note impacts global trade. South American opinion leans toward United States action while Spain’s ambassador seeks information on possible roles if a break occurs. Officials caution on the diplomatic balance and watch shipping losses and allied press restraint.
In Oklahoma City on February 2 the legislature, with the slower house unanimously, passed a resolution expressing complete confidence in President Willison and supporting him in any action deemed fit during the present crisis with Germany.
The Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in America with 18 million members sent a telegram to President Wilson expressing loyalty sympathy and constant prayers. Signed by Rev Frank Mason North president and Rev Charles S MacFarlane general secretary the message conveys support during a momentous decision.
By a unanimous vote the Ohio lower house adopted Representative John Chester's resolution urging citizens to stand behind President Wilson during the international crisis. A copy will be sent to the President.
Rumors of Rhine and Neckar crew escapes from their interned ships in Baltimore were denied by Henry G. Hilken. Two Rhine crew fled with belongings, five Neckar crew escaped but were caught by customs. A heavier guard was placed around the vessels as authorities suspend sailing of the seven Dutch freighters indefinitely.
A brutal cold wave grips the Atlantic and east gulf coasts with subfreezing temperatures reaching northern Florida and Georgia. Weather warnings extend from Provincetown to Key West as storms persist. Northwest readings plunge. Union Pacific trains halt amid heavy snow.
Fire officials tally ten dead and twenty one injured after an early morning gas explosion at a three story West Side tenement in Chicago. Debris and ice slow rescue as 12 to 27 feared buried. janitor had warned of gas leaks and investigations begin by coroner and state attorney.
German ambassador and officials in Washington monitor the risk of a break in relations as German policy hinges on U S action. The embassy, amid wartime pressure, suspends nonessential business while awaiting developments and considers evacuation options for staff. Count Tarnowski meets with the ambassador. a crisis mood lingers as speculation grows about Dutch and Scandinavian ships and possible U S breakdown.
The Washington Antiwar League will meet at M P Church on Eighth Street and North Carolina Avenue SE tomorrow at 7 45 p m with addresses by Rep Warren Worth Bailey of Pennsylvania Rep George Huddleston of Alabama the Rev J Franklin Bryan pastor and James Hugh Keeley of the league The Bethesda branch will meet Monday evening at 8 at John R Swanton five eight Wisconsin Avenue Friendship Heights Md Keeley and others will speak and delegates will be elected to the national convention
The piece reports neutrals and belligerents awaiting U S reaction to Germany's submarine policy, with shipping disruptions, port holds, and varied Lloyds assessments. It notes American travelers booking ships, Holland-America and Norwegian-American liners facing cancellations, and editorials urging U S sovereignty and a firm stance against Berlin.
Robert A. Smith of the Washington branch of the Shakespeare Society of America presented Baconian evidence claiming Bacon wrote Shakespeare's plays. Rev. George Buckler read Col. Phillip F. Harvey's refuting paper. Buckler announced the American National Shakespeare Memorial Association to build a theater in Washington for Shakespeare plays.
A campaign to organize union members who favor prohibition in the District will begin with a mass meeting of Columbia Typographical Union members tomorrow at 3 PM. Hubert Newsom, head of a prohibition committee, said a petition has been signed by many union men protesting Central Labor Union opposition. He claimed organized labor hasn’t authority to oppose prohibition and that two thirds of local union members would vote dry if a referendum were held. He also called for cooperation from local pastors.
The Myers water power bill allowing leasing of power on streams in the public domain was decisively killed in the Senate by a 55 to 11 vote. The administration measure, long stalled by caucus decrees, faced opposition from Senator Fall who said it served as a buffer to block other measures.
The Rev. Dr. Abram Simon observed the 13th anniversary of his pastorate with commemorative services at the Eighth Street Temple. He spoke on honorary Jews as a large audience testified to the esteem for him.
Funeral services for Mrs Fannie M Rohrer age 75 will be held at her residence in the Roland apartments at 2 PM. Burial follows in Oak Hill Cemetery. She is survived by daughter Mrs Charles Mitchell of Philadelphia and son Harry R Rohrer of this city.
Funeral services for Mrs Ida Brandenburg 68 who died after a month long illness were held at 8 p m at 1507 G Street SE Rev Dr Brenton officiating. Wife of William Brandenburg she was born in Williamsport Maryland and had lived here fifteen years Interment at her Frederick home today survived by husband three daughters and four sons
Gypsy Smith Jr at Sixteenth and V streets revival preaches four core religious traits love faith persistence ingenuity. He contrasts church indifference with the duty of Christians to save employers and others, cites political campaigning zeal as a model for persistent outreach, and notes delegations from Rockville and southwest city attending. A separate afternoon talk on "A Woman With a Question Mark After Her Name" precedes a children’s mystery meeting led by Prof. Cole.
Col J William De Grange reported to the West Virginia Society at the Ebbitt last night that funds would be sought for a permanent State exposition building in the Capital. A June convention for West Virginia Confederate veterans was outlined with entertainment planned. The program featured Miss Ethel Bagnum on piano, Miss Katherine Kelcher singing, Mrs BR Rockwood reading, and Mrs Braithwaite singing. Henry S Baker presided and Judge Atkinson spoke on state topics.
War Department weighs keeping the mobilized national guard in Federal service indefinitely and possibly recalling those mustered out. Action aims at home preparedness not European expeditions. A bill for rigid news censorship is prepared. 138000 guardsmen on the border reduced to 75000 returning home, with remaining possibly kept until warranted.
Brown University alumni in the District and Maryland relived college days at the Cosmos Club dinner greet President W. H. P. Faunce and Secretary R. H. McLaughlin. Arthur J. D. Cali presided as toastmaster and officers were elected. A separate note covers the Federal Watchmen’s Association planning a national federation with hopes for AFL charter and DC HQ. A body found in the Potomac is identified as an unnamed elderly colored woman of about 65, sent to the morgue.
Dr Boe a dentist tests his temper and marriage in the District Supreme Court cross bill for a limited divorce recounting incidents of jealousy and imagined provocations. He claims his wife Florence Wedderspoon Bos threatened poison and attacked him while at work, while she asserts limited support and living arrangements.
The Silent Sentinels near the White House are close to ceasing presidential picketing due to strong winds. They warned they may pierce banners or change colors if the wind persists, reflecting frustration with the weather impeding their protest.
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