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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1917
Page
1
Count Bernstorff prepares to depart if Washington orders a change in policy as another day of waiting passes. The United States adopts a new plan described as a sub plan, signaling ongoing diplomatic maneuvering.
Washington February 2 officials believed the United States would quit diplomacy as the cabinet met and no outward change occurred in the submarine crisis. President Wilson played golf and held no conference while an entente break was anticipated.
Chicago wakes to the coldest night of the winter with daybreak readings near ten below. Weather Bureau forecast predicts no relief for at least two days as several western and central cities report record low temperatures.
Testimony in the congressional leak inquiry focuses on F A Connolly and the handling of a resume about President Wilson's peace note. Hutton & Co witnesses dispute receipt of a December message while others recall warnings and prior notices to brokers.
In Yusuineton on February 2 the nation awaits a U S decision on Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare. Reports say Cabinet readiness, signaling possible severance of diplomatic ties, with Ambassador Gerard and officials preparing for a break and steps to move Americans from Germany and to protect ships.
Birmingham records 14 degrees at 7 this morning marking the coldest spell in three years per the local weather bureau. The chill defied expectations as residents braced for prolonged frigid conditions.
A severe frost hit Mobile and Gulf Coast areas last night with temperatures down to 20 degrees in Mobile and 23 elsewhere. Cabbage, peas, turnips, lettuce and other tender crops were killed or damaged unless covered by farmers following the bureau warning.
Memphis Tennessee February 2 records a temperature of 9 degrees above zero the lowest in the region since 1512 Weather Bureau officials report the same reading across surrounding territory.
Bald claims by two hundred Negro convicts at Banner coal mine near Birmingham force four white fire bosses to remain as captives. They demand the removal of Warden J D Hall, contending his treatment of inmates is harsh. The State Convict Board agreed to a conference with the inmates to resolve the dispute. The hostages are W Barren L C Brown James Ford and Robert Russell.
The text notes officials debating how to phrase the administration’s attitude toward the submarine issue. Officials declined to say whether the situation was becoming more or less serious and postponed any formal commitment.
Washington, Feb. 2. Treasury Department instructed customs collectors nationwide including Hawaii and Porto Rico to rigorously apply neutrality regulations. Emphasis on preventing vessels from sailing without clearance and barring armed ships from departures without official permits.
Speaker Murphy introduces a rotation bill in the North Carolina House inspired by Governor Bickett. A joint resolution creates a five member House and Senate committee to probe prison conditions at the Caledonian Farm with powers to summon witnesses. House considers renewals of a publishing contract amid broader session activity as Senate adjourns to Monday.
German troops in white overalls broke through Solotvina first line trenches southwest of Brezezany. Russians counter-attacked and pushed Teutons back into their trenches. French trenches south of Leintrey in Lorraine were attacked. attacks failed. Bomber drops five bombs on Dunkirk with minor damage and no casualties.
Army headquarters says artillery duel between Ancre and Somme sectors as German lines are entered briefly on a small front near Gueude court ed on the e. The Germans retook the position by counter attack amid severe cold and heavy snow. No notable events on Russo Galician, Romanian, or Macedonian fronts.
Forty persons believed dead and as many injured after a gas explosion and fire wreck a tenement at 815 23 West 14th Place in Chicago's west side. Rescue work hampered by freezing temperatures and continuing flames. many residents flee to Hull House and local stations.
Report from Tokyo notes rising anti American sentiment as calls for arming against the United States gain traction. Authorities fear potential legislative action could mobilize Japanese citizens toward armed resistance.
Nearly 50,000 Americans are fighting for the Allies with most in the British army under Haig. Americans serve in Canadian regiments and English battalions. many ex-US Army and National Guard join. A Los Angeles native in Canadian artillery is cited as an example of the mixed American presence. Japan protests Idaho and Oregon anti alien land bills, warning of strained relations.
Esther Byrne remains in a New York hospital recovering from a hunger strike protest against a thirty day sentence for disseminating birth control information. Governor Whitman ordered her release from Blackwell's Island last night and her sister Margaret Sanger pledged future compliance with birth control laws.
Washington reports the Senate passed Senator Smith of South Carolina's resolution directing the attorney general to investigate buying and selling operations at the New York Cotton Exchange to determine if methods used violated trade practices. There was no debate.
Salem Oregon Feb 2 Senate Democrat George R Wilbur pulled the anti alien land bill from the Legislature to avoid hindering President Wilson amid the current international crisis. The measure he introduced was dropped to prevent possible Japanese complications.
Protest is wired from Washington to Idaho legislators and Governor Alexander against a bill banning Japanese nationals from owning land. Senator Borah urges restraint to avoid offending the Tokyo government. The State Capitol debate follows a House passage and Borah cites a Tokyo reaction discussed with Secretary Lansing and Mr. Polk.
Paris papers titled Germanys Last Card describe von Bethmann Hollwegs speech as a maneuver to push neutrals, including the United States, toward siding with the Allies. They warn of a risky ploy to compel American intervention while maintaining formal engagements. Stephen Pichon comments in Le Petit Journal.
Washington moved to recenter the immigration bill after a veto fight as Senator Reed of Missouri blocked further action today. An agreement was reached to vote on the measure at 4 p.m. next Monday to pursue reenactment.
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