Germany risks global war with unrestricted naval warfare
The author analyzes Germany's move toward unrestricted naval warfare as a crisis for international law and the United States. It argues Germany acts from necessity, while the United States must uphold neutrality and push for peace through lawful means, led by President Wilson. The piece warns of deepening tensions and political risk for neutrals.
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Germany
Wilson
Lansing
Great Britain
High Seas
United States
Entente
Teutons
Hher
America
France
It Has Come To A Show Down February 1 1917
Daily and Sunday editions priced at five dollars per year in advance with local, six month, and three month options. The column cites political tensions in 1917 including references to Governor Catt, President Wilson, and international events, plus light humorous quips about weather, fashion, and public figures.
Bright moment as council approves Robert Strange Playgrounds aid
During a tense council session a bright note emerged when authorization was granted to aid in beautifying the Robert Strange Playgrounds. The exchange stood out as a hopeful contrast to the otherwise combative proceedings.
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Robert Strange
Position of the Independents in the Next House
The Independents, holding balance of power after November elections, may align with the Democrats to gain influence. They are urged to join a party whose progressive principles and legislative potential align with their interests, as the Senate will favor Democrats regardless.
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House of Representatives
Senate
Democrats
Senator Cummins Critiques Wilson Address in War Peace League Debate
The Charlotte News quotes Senator Cummins praising President Wilson while differing on conditions for joining a league to enforce peace. The AP report describes Cummins as criticizing Wilson's terms, not the President's overall aim, in a charged wartime debate.
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Cummins
Charlotte News
Wilson
Associated Press
North Carolina Woman Suffrage Leader Speaking Saturday
Wilmington residents will hear a prominent state advocate for woman suffrage on Saturday night. The speaker, a North Carolinian, represents the homegrown trend in the movement and signals progress toward national suffrage goals.
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Wilmington
Birthday of George F. Edmunds Highlighted
George F. Edmunds former U S senator from Vermont born in Richmond Vermont. He is 89 years old today and is best known for authoring the act to suppress polygamy in Utah.
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George F. Edmunds
United States
Vermont
Utah
Richmond
Prominent railroad and film figures celebrate birthdays
Warren S. Stone leader of the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers marks his 57th birthday today, born in Ainsworth Iowa. Henry Miller noted actor manager and producer turns 57 today, born in London.
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Warren S. Stone
International Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Ainsworth
Iowa
Henry Miller
London
Notable Birthdays Mark Edge of Century for Clergy and Officials
Rt. Rev Alphonsus J Glorieux bishop of Boise Idaho born in Belgium is 73 years old today Maddin Summers newly named United States consul general at Moscow born in Nashville Tennessee is 40 years old today Victor Herbert composer of about 30 operas born in Dublin Ireland is 58 years old today
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Alphonsus J. Glorieux
Boise
Idaho
Belgium
Maddin Summers
United States
Moscow
Nashville
Tenn
Victor Herbert
Dublin
Ireland
Reverend S M Watson Nominated for Legion of Honor
Paris reports Rev S M Watson pastor of the American Church in Paris has been named a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor for zeal in propaganda in support of France and her Allies. Watson, a well known American figure, is said to have married Theodore Roosevelt Jr in Madrid and is an intimate friend of Colonel Roosevelt.
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Paris
S. M. Watson
Watson
France
Easy Way To Reduce Flesh With Tassco Tablets
An ad at Elvington's Pharmacy hawks 5 grain tassco tablets as a harmless weight loss remedy. It claims no dieting or exercise needed, promises gradual fat reduction to a desired weight, and offers mail order with a 50 cent box. It urges refusing substitutes and notes physicians recommend tassco.
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Elvington
War News from February 1 1916 British Steamer Ap pum Arrives Norfolk
A British steamer believed lost was brought into Norfolk by a German prize crew. Reports say German drives in the west were checked by the French, Allies seized Kum Kale guarding Salonica harbor entrances, Zeppelin raids hit English midland counties, killing fifty nine and wounding 101.
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Appum
Norfolk
West
Kum Kale
Salonica
English Midland
St Jacobs Oil Ad Promises Fast Rheumatism Relief
An advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless rheumatism and sciatic liniment that relieves pain instantly when rubbed on tender spots. It claims no internal treatment is needed for most cases and urges readers to obtain a trial bottle from a druggist.
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St. Jacobs
Mortgage Sale Public Auction in Cape Fear Township
Mortgage sale notice by Joseph Nixon and Samuel Blossom records a default and an auction of 62 acres in Cape Fear Township. The sale is set for March 3, 1917 at noon at the New Hanover County Courthouse Wilmington at the option of cash to the highest bidder. Samuel Blossom is represented by John D. Bellamy & Son, attorneys.
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Joseph Nixon
Samuel Blossom
New Hanover County
Cape Fear Township
R. Casteen
C. C. Bordeaux
Casteen
Jesse Casteen
Bordeaux
John D. Bellamy & Son
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