123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536

A new British Blockade Order has been issued, altering the

procedure in response to the now German ruthlessness. This was inevitable. Neutral vessels plying to and from countries which have open communications with enemy countries must put into a British port for examination in spite of the German declaration that no shipping will be allowed in the war zones. If they fail to observe this rule, they will be suspect. In the long run this will of course work out for the goad of neutrals. The only salvation for everybody is to get the German menace under, and the new rule will help greatly towards that end. We may say hero that President Wilson is asking Congress for full powers to use the armed forces of the United States. A Universal Military Training Bill is also before Congress.

Next page