War bills crisis drives swift congressional action
Congress moves to rush through emergency measures to empower the government amid the break with Germany. Proposals target espionage, naval control, private shipyards, munition plants, and antiaircraft production, with stiff penalties for treason and attempts to aid foreign powers. Senate and House committees meet to fast track defense and justice legislation as security concerns surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Congress
United States
Senate
Wilson
House
Higgins
Committee On Rules
End of War In Sight Warns Duma President
Michael Wlodzianko, president of the Duma, told the Associated Press that the end of the war is in sight as America’s decisive step looms. He said Allied representatives expect an American declaration against Germany, which could trigger neutral states to sever ties and exhaust the Central Powers. He urged Wilson’s stance as a turning point and noted German actions risk global isolation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petrograd
London
Duma
Michael Wlodzianko
Associated Press
America
Ltep
Dama
Germany
Scandinavian
Holland
United States
Wilson
M Pokrovsky
Sergius Sazonoff
Northcliffe says other German states oppose Prussias terror
Lord Northcliffe declares in a statement to the Associated Press that some German states oppose Prussia and condemn the enslavement of women in France and Belgium. He notes American patience has limits, lauds U S bravery in France, and argues Britain could be starved only if Germany blocks supplies. He adds the navy would sustain a prolonged war with prudent food reserves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lord Northcliffe
The
Times
Daily Mall
Associated Press
Germany
United States
America
Pruasta Wall
France
Belgium
Heve
Prussia
Great Britain
Nation can have plant says Ford
Henry Ford declared yesterday that if war comes he will place his factory at the disposal of the government and operate it without profit. He said he would join the president, dedicate his time, and work harder than ever, with Detroit officials estimating the plant could become a major munition facility valued above $100 million and employing about 50 000 workers as expansions continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
Mr. Ford
United States
Detroit
Mich
Ford Motor Company
British Advance on Somme Front
London reports British forces repelled three enemy raids on the Somme, secured prisoners, and occupied about 500 yards of trench near Gueude court with a machine gun. They also entered the lines at Bouchavesnes, Pys, and Grandcourt, and took 39 more prisoners. Berlin says trenches east of Beaucort were largely retaken in a counterattack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Somme
Gueudecourt
Bouchavesnes
Pys
Grandcourt
Beaucort
Berlin
Feb
Sayville
War Office
Patent Remedy Ad Promising One Day Cold Cure
An old advertisement extols LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets as a guaranteed one day cure for colds. It claims a refund if it fails, features a testimonial with E W GROVE'S signature and notes a price of 28 cents per box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grove
Germans Press On In Northern Front Areas
War office reports ongoing German attacks in the north around Riga and Linden area. German formations advancing northeast of Kalnrem, and near Friedrichstadt, were driven back or dispersed by fire. Romanian front activity includes scouting reconnaissance and infantry fire continuing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petrograd
Heb
War Office
Riga
Kalnrem
Linden
Friedrichstadt
Navy militia told to prepare for action in Philadelphia
Philadelphia February 5 orders from Washington instruct naval militia to prepare for action and likely enter service Saturday night. Two divisions are organized and officers told to form as many divisions of full strength as possible. Recruiting will begin tomorrow. Militiamen from Philadelphia and other parts of the state may be ordered to serve in the reserve fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Washington
Naval Militia
Censorship Measures Considered In War Preparation
Rumors say censorship legislation may be among first wartime acts as naval censors tighten control at radio plants. A neutral posing warship serves as a mill measure while Navy Department advises airings. Secretary Baker maintains daily briefings with press reps. Lieut Belknap aids rapid responses. MacArthur has performed similar duties in the War Department since border trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jetary Daniels
Charles Belknap, Jr
Aval Operations Bureau
Navy Department
Baker
Belknap
Preas
Douglas MacArthur
War Department
War era railroads in bill to seize roads in war
The House reintroduced the administration railways labor bill without compulsory arbitration. It mirrors the Senate plan, creating a presidential commission to settle threatened strikes after mediation fails, with three months for findings. It would still criminalize interfering with interstate commerce and allow the President to draft workers and seize lines in war or emergencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Adamson
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Mediation and Conciliation Board
Senate
Scandinavia Ready to Reply in Nordic War Sentiment
Special to The Washington Post reports from Minneapolis that Olof P Tethbis, a Scandinavian authority, says the three Scandinavian governments may announce a reply within 48 hours. Danish public opinion leans toward alliance with the Allies, viewing the blockade as Germany’s bid to avert famine with likely failure. Sweden’s position remains unsettled as cabinet disagreements and neutrality debates continue amid British blockade pressures. Denmark’s stance is pivotal for Nordic cooperation, but pressure could push Scandinavia toward war despite hopes of neutrality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Minneapolis
Minn
Olof P Tethbis
Twin Cities
Denmark
Germany
Sweden
M Uammerskjold
Norway
Marines Guard Tuckerton Wireless Plant From Philadelphia Yard
A squad of eight marines led by a corporal from the Philadelphia navy yard departed tonight to guard the German wireless plant at Tuckerton New Jersey. The move, directed by the Navy Department in Washington, follows the yard raid action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Tuckerton
Navy Department
Washington
Villa bandits lurk near Pershing positions in Mexico
El Paso reports Villa bandits within 30 miles of Patamas across the border from Colum bus Mexico. Gen Villa said to be south of Colonia Dublan while Gen Pershing's army sits at Columbus. Officials expect no border raids but bandits are said to have looted evacuated towns. Regulars to be sent east to guard arsenals. militia to stay on the border. Twentieth Infantry to be sent from El Paso to Rock Island to guard the arsenal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
el Paso
Tex
Villa
Patamas
Columbus
Mex
United States
Colonia Dublan
Pershing
Rock Island
Wilson Determined and Ford Offer for War Effort
Henry Ford offered his great plant to the government at no cost to produce wartime material if needed and would operate it without profit. President and Sec Baker report army actions while the President imposes a proclamation banning transfers of action building to foreign governments. Measures aim to protect American merchant fleets but convoy decisions and new armament regulations await later decisions.
Switzerland Sticks to Neutrality Policy in Wilson Note
Berne reports that Switzerland will not depart from its strict neutrality in reply to President Wilson's note. The 18 semi official statement affirms neutrality remains a vital principle of Swiss policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berne
Switzerland
Wilson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Indorse Wilson
Capitol
Stone
Foreign Relations Committee
Lodge
Smoot
Trallinger
Overman
Judiciary Committee
Department of Justice
Committee
National Defense
Maia
Padgett
House Committee
Daniela
Houses Military Committee
Army
Plattsburg
Senate Judiciary
Yeaterday
Plata
Bigh
Canal
Panama Canal
Continental
Wood
Nest
T.W. Wood & Sons, Seedsmen
Richmond, Va
Low Wood
Northcliffe
U. S
FORD
SEA Militia
Navy
Scandinavia
Marine Squad
Cicero
Hannis Taylor
James Cardinal Gibbons
the Literary Digest
Caesar
Taylor
Rome
Mediterranean Basin
Per Sesson
A.C. McClurg & CO
Western Union
Western Union Telegram
Western Union Telegraph CO
Klein’s Rapid
St. Fel
Steinway Pianos
Steinway
Stradivarius
Ita
E. F. Droop & Sons CO
St. Pye Fanon
Victor Buffet Company
Washington, DC
Antonio L Morra
R_FRANCIONE
Louis D Marchetti
I. Glaser
N.W. Main
Home Building Association
Avenn
Roquefort
John H. Magruder
Conn. Ave
K St
Mia
Ferson
Perel
Toggery Club, Inc
Equitahis
Fourteenth St
N. Ww
Society For Savings and Loans Boak
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!