U S Decision on War Path Narrowed to Defense of Seaborne Rights
Cabinet reveals the United States will avoid asking for a declaration of war and seek authority to protect American seamen and people on the high seas. President Wilson aims to keep ships and lives free to travel while reserving war as a last resort, with convoying and arming discussed and public action to be Congress driven.
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Chile Replies to Wilson on Neutral Rights
Chilean government delivered its note to American Ambassador Joseph Shea outlining that Chile will protest any hostile act endangering Chilean ships. The reply reiterates Chile’s blockade stance as a restriction on neutral rights and aligns with US views on defending neutrals and world peace.
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U-Boat Net to Guard New York Harbor
New York Feb 9 A heavy wire net to protect New York harbor from submarine attacks will be built in the Brooklyn navy yard aboard the old monitor Amphitrite. The net will be lowered across harbor channels and kept in place after nightfall to deter subs, spanning over two miles between Sandy Hook and Rockaway and crossing the Swash, Old Main, and Ambrose channels.
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U Boats Have Sunk 75 Ships Since Campaign Began
New York report notes seventy five vessels sunk since February 1 in German barred zones totaling 150 478 tons. Today’s sunk ships include Hannar Larsen Hanskinck Storskog Ida Nueva Montana Odin all Norwegian British American and neutral vessels with a combined 10 424 tons across six ships.
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25 Sailors on Vedamore Die
London reports 25 crew members perished when the British steamer Vedamore sank after being torpedoed. Surviving crew of 35 endured ten hours in open boats in frigid weather. many women reportedly half clad. United States Shipping Commissioner Kirwan cites 8 percent of crew lost. American fireman Thomas Marehan listed, residence not given. Vessel was sailing from Baltimore to Liverpool when sunk.
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French Raid Near Rheims Repulsed East of Meuse
Paris reports a French action east of Rheims where a surprise attack yielded prisoners and shelling hit enemy organizations near Hill 364 Verdun. An ammunition depot was destroyed and east of the Meuse a German assault near Vaux-les-Palamaux was fully repulsed. In the Vosges east of Noirmont a German post was taken by surprise with occupants killed or captured.
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Caucus Delays Major Revenue Bill Under Senate Debate
Democratic senators caucused late last night over the administration revenue bill and failed to reach agreement. They adjourned to tonight when leaders expect approval of a House style measure funding a 100 million dollar bond issue and higher taxes to raise about 250 million. The debate centered on a proposed 500 million dollar bond issue opposed by administration leaders and opposed by many Southern senators. An alternative 600 million dollar Treasury notes proposal for defense spending was rejected as a wild cat currency. The bill is to be voted on by 11 o'clock tonight.
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Baltic Safe In Port As U Boat Toll Rises
The Baltic has arrived safely at Liverpool with all aboard well after a voyage through danger zones. Across reports from London and New York detail Norwegian and Spanish steamers sunk by German U boats, bringing total losses to about 10,414 tons.
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British destroyer sunk by mine in English Channel
London reports a British torpedo boat destroyer of an older Class A type struck a mine in the English Channel and sank Thursday night. All officers were lost, with five survivors among the crew. The note details two older classes of destroyers, their numbers built, sizes, and crew complements.
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Convict Mooney of Murder
Thomas J Mooney labor agitator was convicted of murder in the first degree by a San Francisco jury for a bomb blast that killed ten during a July 22 1916 preparedness parade Maxell McNutt helping defend Mooney said an appeal would be filed The jury gave no verdict on punishment and a tumultuous scene followed as Mooney s relatives reacted in court
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Guards at St Louis bridges and tunnel
Guards were placed at both ends of the Municipal and Eads bridges across the Mississippi River and at the big tunnel ends. Most munitions orders leaving pass through the tunnel and cross the Eads bridge.
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Porto Rican bill as war measure advances to Senate
The President announced a shift from Capitol conference to direct talks with Senator Shafroth on the Porto Rican bill. He seeks quick passage to adjournment, aiming to make Porto Rico citizens without delay, amid broad island support and Senate amendments that risk prolonging debate.
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Villa Occupies Parral After Rail Bridge Burned
Reports from Nuevo Laredo say Villa with about 3000 men has occupied Parral again after bandits burned a Mexican National Rail road bridge near Villaldala 60 miles south of the border blocking southward train service. Soldiers were sent to repair the bridge and pursue the attackers.
Six Ships Sunk by U Boats and Other War News
War headlines dominate the issue with reports of six ships sunk by U boats, Britain facing losses, and U.S. political commentary. Articles cover Kaiser's actions, senate and defense matters, and evolving war-related policies. Names include Taft and regional political names with references to railways, hospitals, and society notes.
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New York Drug Victims Counted At 100000
Albany reports the Whitney commission finds about 100000 New Yorkers addicted to drugs, with Massachusetts at 60000 and U S total around 1,000,000. The panel urges continued study and proposes duplicate prescription blanks for druggists and state local filing to track narcotics purchases. It seeks physician cooperation for one year to develop cures and treats drug users as disease victims.
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British Gain Admitted On Somme Front Attacks
Berlin reports British attacks at three Somme front points yesterday with a small ground gain near an unspecified site. British actions near Berre failed, north of the Ancre showed limited gains, and an assault between the Meuse and Moselle near Flirey took 26 prisoners after artillery prep.
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Germans Buy Mexican Gold Amid War Tensions
In Mexico City German banks and commercial houses bought gold as German firms here liquidate U.S. banking accounts, preparing for a possible war break with the United States.
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Sea battle heard off Brazilian isle
A Pernambuco dial patch quotes the Diario of Recife reporting cannon fire heard between 2 and 6 am off Fernando de Noronha, a Brazilian island 125 miles from the mainland. Observers on the island saw flashes like large naval guns, as the naval commandant reportedly filed a report to the admiralty.
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Gerard to depart Berlin amid diplomatic tensions
London report says Baron von Stumm condemns U S actions delaying Bernstorff’s telegraph and notes Germany’s regret over measures against American ambassador Gerard. Berlin plans a Saturday night train, via Basel, to Switzerland then Spain, for Gerard and staff to reach the United States.
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Americans in Berlin May Send Messages Says Relief Commission
Report from Copenhagen via London states Americans in Berlin can send messages abroad and receive replies. Belgian relief members in Copenhagen confirm the ease of dispatch with four to five hours typical delivery. Indiana dry bill signed, making Indiana alcohol prohibition effective April 1918.
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