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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1916
Page
1
German zeppelins raided Paris killing 12 and wounding 30 as flames lit the night. French defenses fought back with aeroplanes and antiaircraft fire, forcing the invaders to retreat while the city plunged into darkness and crowds watched the skies.
The article reports a death by suicide of an equerry connected to Brig Gen Sir Rollo Whorin, noting a former military secretary involved in the investigation. The body was found at a residence on 909 7th St, with service history cited in North Africa and other wartime postings.
Special to The Washington Post from Chicago on January 29 reports William J. Bryan seeks the temporary chairmanship of the Democratic National Convention committee on resolutions in St. Louis. National Chairman William F. McCombs leads the bid for Bryan, while White House managers reportedly oppose choosing the chair far in advance, citing Congress sessions and the need to avoid preempting the convention.
Fragments report a significant German capture of a mile of trench lines in ongoing fighting. The brief item emphasizes territorial gains by German forces and the fluid front lines.
London dispatch reports the British tighten censorship of first class mails between the United States and Europe. The censor says all mails in territorial waters are examined and strategic delays possible. He notes extended scrutiny to prevent contraband while denying broader latitude for US to Germany routes.
President Wilson spoke in Cleveland urging immediate readiness to defend the United States. He said America is not afraid of anybody and warned of dangers beyond control. He stressed the nation’s honor as dearer than peace and urged not to politicize preparedness. He cited dangers abroad and Western Hemisphere liberties.
Paris dispatch says Premier Briand announced that general Joffre, not the War Office, will direct all military operations. Gallieni said there would be no further conflict between war office and the commander in chief. The report signals a centralization of command amid crisis.
A speaker warns that the nation faces intricate, uncontrollable dangers and that Americans must be prepared for the shortest possible notice to mobilize. He asserts America will not back down from defending its honor and asserts readiness to act worldwide if required.
Wall Street marshaled its forces to oppose confirmation of Louis D Brandeis as U S Supreme Court justice. Telegrams to Washington urged probe of Brandeis linked litigations and protests focused on Senate confirmation. Price movements reflected market unease as New Haven and other banks faced selling pressure amid political sensitivities.
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