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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1917
Page
7
Secretary Lansing stated the United States would reserve the right to treat German subjects in wartime as it saw fit. He warned that Germans in this country could be interned or otherwise controlled if the 1928 treaty terms were disregarded.
The State Department rejected German efforts to alter or reaffirm the 1828 treaty with Prussia citing repeated German violations of rights at sea and the treatment of American citizens. It signals possible abrogation by the United States though exact procedure remains uncertain and may require Senate action.
Boston reports marching orders sent to the Ninth Massachusetts National Guard after Secretary Baker mobilization order reached the city. Screens in several motion picture theaters flashed notices for guardsmen to report to their armory at once, triggering cheers and demonstrations as militia members hurried from venues.
New York March 26 More than 150000 new members have enrolled in the Atlantic division of the American Red Cross since the break in diplomatic relations between the United States and Germany. The division includes New York New Jersey Connecticut Pennsylvania and Delaware. Its total membership now exceeds 310000, over half of the nation’s Red Cross enrollment.
Twenty nine Yale men of the Aerial Coast Patrol announce they will depart Wednesday for six weeks of aviation training at West Palm Beach. The program aims to develop plans for a trans Atlantic flight with H F Davison of P Morgan and Company funding the training.
Sioux leader William Hartson, a chief and lawyer, passed through Kansas City en route to Washington seeking government permission to organize Sioux regiments. He said he could recruit 26 000 to 30 000 Indians for service as hostilities loom.
Gov Frank Lowden offered the use of his private yacht Venice now at Alexandria Bay NY to the Navy Department. A bill was prepared for introduction in the State senate tomorrow requesting an emergency appropriation of 1 000 900 dollars to be spent as the governor and Adjutant General Dickson should direct.
Maj Gen Leonard Wood was given the option to command in Manila or Hawaii or the Southeastern department. He chose Charleston, SC, over the other postings, per a March 24 order. Senator Weeks condemned Wood's transfer as disheartening while praising his past service and warning of political motivation.
The article outlines urgent calls to recruit 87 000 bluejackets and more than 25 000 Marines, amid Wilson’s unannounced visit to the Secretary of War and discussions of mobilization. It covers federal plans to mobilize resources, involve national guard, reserve corps, and civilian workers, and coordinate industry and labor for national defense. It notes officials denying plans to intern resident aliens, while seeking lawful participation by women and skilled labor through labor agencies and defense councils.
London March 26 Berlin dispatch reports Gen von Stein Prussian war minister dismisses American entry as minor. He doubts US fleet support for Britain and says no continental American army is likely soon. He notes German fronts are strong, expects heavy sacrifice, and cites Somme battle as evidence of adequate supplies but weaker German guns.
Shake into your shoes or foot bath to reduce swollen aching feet. Allen’s Foot Ease promises fast, lasting relief from sweating, callouses, and pain. Available from Druggists everywhere with the standard remedy claims.
New York March 26 hundreds of fire bombs built to destroy merchant ships leaving American ports to England and France were made aboard the Friedrich der Grosse now in Hoboken testimony at the Charles von Kleist trial in Federal court revealed. Defendants Becker Braedel and Von Kleist described the bold process of crafting bomb cases on the upper deck and paying flip sums for parts while Dr Walther Scheele fled.
The War Department, in a push to mobilize, outlines plans for reinforcing defense and unity among patriotic groups. A congressional agenda includes declaring a state of war, penalizing espionage, and possibly issuing bonds to fund France bond purchases. Maj Pullman orders 1609 rifles and 88,000 rounds for police use in emergencies, with rapid fire weapons and training to follow. The National Defense Council and Patriotic Societies align to unify preparedness efforts amid looming conflict.
Concord March 26 Gov Keyes received a telegram from President Wilson praising New Hampshire for appropriating 500000 for state and national defense. The reply expresses appreciation for the governor's assurances of readiness to support the federal government in any emergency.
Richmond Va March 26 Gen Nichola superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute today offered to Gov Stuart and President Wilson the services of the cadet corps of the West Point of the South for drilling new troops. The VMI also offered free military instruction in three month periods to all young Virginians that may apply.
Ten Knoxville girls applied at the local recruiting office in Knoxville Tennessee for enlistment in the Navy. The sergeant on duty took their names and addresses and said he would inform them later of his superiors decision.
Reports from Guatemala say President Manuel Estrada Cabrera handed a note to the German minister protesting Germanys submarine methods. Washington insiders see the move as aligning with US policy. Guatemala may resist German pressure to involve Mexico and El Salvador, risking regional tensions if New Mexico joins a German side in any war.
Boston march 26 the senate adopted a resolve asking the supreme court to decide whether women are people within the meaning of last year's act calling for a constitutional convention The act provided that the new constitution should be submitted to the public for ratification.
Mexico City reports Gen Can dido Aguilar resigned as secretary of exterior relations in the Carranza cabinet. Eliseo Arrendondo, recalled ambassador to Washington, will take the post designates. Venacio Bonilla, ambassador to the United States, departs for Washington. Aguilar to campaign for governor of Vera Cruz. Aguilar also resigns as general of division of the army.
Montgomery March 26 Capt G H Dent father of Representative G H Dent and chairman of the House military affairs committee died today at age 84. A Civil War captain, he was a banker, lawyer and philanthropist, and had lived in Eufaula for 65 years.
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A brief from a racing or bottle-throwing context notes Celebrated California Can with a time of 84.00 and 400 units at 4.00 am, involving Taz. The item mentions 85 35 and 84.00 alongside miscellaneous figures in a compact record style.
In Washington era ad copy extols Friedlander Bros new trouser sale with lowest prices from 14% to 198, 1 95, and 39% per item. It promises durable woolens, broad selection, and fashionably cut trousers from large manufacturers, urging early purchases at 428 Ninth St.
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