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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1914
Page
1
Military brief notes that German generals von Kluck and von Boehm are tagged to endure the next Allied attack as forces shift in the ongoing campaign. The report emphasizes their leadership roles and the anticipated pressure from Allied offensives.
Allied offensives on the German right under Von Kluck and Von Boehm begin with French advances near Hazebrouck and Bethune while Germans aim to occupy Lille. Berlin reports 211000 German casualties. Russian and Japanese notes detail broader war movements and armistice near Tsing Tau. Montenegrins rout 16000 Austrians near Sarajevo in brutal combat.
London dispatch notes English women mobilize to spur single men into army service. They threaten to shun noncombatants and declare Khaki the fashion color for all eligible men. Parliament and many leaders have relatives already serving.
Springfield reports Harry Woods, former secretary of state and senatorial nominee, shot himself Saturday night. His body found in his garage and financial papers in his pocket point to motive. A state audit team examines Woods books after he failed to render a quarterly report. Grain brokers say he suffered heavy losses chasing campaign funds amid wartime market turmoil in Chicago.
T R Phillips and W S Hansen of the Oklahoma Insurance Rating Bureau inspect Ada buildings for a new rating. They note likely rate stability overall but potential increases where rear trash accumulates or metal roof flues are present, citing these as major fire hazards in the town.
Rome reports the papal secretaryship has been offered to Cardinal Gasparri Titular Bishop of Cesari Di Halestine.
Washington reports that England has requested the United States to take over responsibility for its embassy should German forces capture Warsaw, creating a potential diplomatic transfer amid the crisis.
Washington reports President Wilson is keeping out of peace proposals citing external propaganda as the reason. The note also mentions Carnegie seeking a meeting with the German ambassador.
Naples reports twenty transports escorted by warships carrying 106000 Italian troops back from enlistment. Authorities say the move is to honor term limits but troops remain liable to mobilization. Italy now keeps 500000 in reserve for potential participation in the war.
United Press reports arrangements for a peace visit by Colonel Henry Watterson to the White House. Watterson expressed condolences on the president's late indisposition and his wife’s death, prompting the invitation.
A mysterious young woman poisonings at New York Grand Central last night left detectives seeking identity. Painter Rivcowsky reported meeting her a year ago in Cheago and accompanied her to the station where she was placed in an ambulance. She planned to join her husband in Montreal.
Washington October 13 New York lawyers pressed the harrying case for Harry Thaw to the supreme court. The report notes that British railroads, while ranking fourth in mileage, carry more passengers annually than any other country.
Naco Sonora reports danger to Americans eased as Villistas withdraw into the interior. Commanders feared a renewed neutrality incident after Yaqui bands crossed into Arizona seeking to outmaneuver Carranzistas defending the city, potentially drawing U S forces.
Senator Overman said he would block unanimous consent for a vote on the war tax bill until cotton legislation is settled. The exchange occurred in Washington on October 12.
The Texas Oil Co. reports its Antwerp tanks and property were destroyed by German shells. Estimated loss is $200,000. German shells hit Antwerp tanks with the American flag flying, per Consul General Diderich. tanks are a total loss to American owners.
Washington October 12 Renewal of Harry K. Thaws liberty fight was on the Supreme Courts docket as it reconvened for the 1914 15 sessions His habeas corpus appeal from New Hampshire federal court refusal to grant liberty awaits possible early hearing Thaw remains in U S marshal custody after fleeing Matteawan asylum His chief attorney is William Stone and opposition from William Travers Jerome and New Yorks Attorney General is expected
The trial of twenty two persons charged with treason and conspiracy in the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand opens in Sarajevo. Principal defendant is Gavrilo Princip, the man who fired the fatal shot, joined by the two who threw bombs.
St Louis Browns pitcher Earl Hamilton and five women were seriously injured when his car crashed into a partition on Eads bridge. Pearl Kelley, 25, was thrown from the car and fell twenty feet to the railroad yard below. her skull fractured and she likely will die. Hamilton suffered three broken ribs and denied speeding, citing rain that obscured his vision.
Oct. 13 reports from Springfield state the auditor’s inquiry found the accounts of Secretary of State Woods to be straight after his suicide yesterday. A coroner’s jury ruled death by his own action. Governor appointed Louis Stevenson, son of the former vice president, to replace Woods.
The four masted schooner Alma Holmes was rammed and sunk by the steamship Belfast near Marblehead in a fog early today. Belfast’s captain stayed to help transfer the crew before pulling away as the schooner sank a minute later.
A waterproof lap robe designed for automobile drivers remains secure if the wearer must leave the car and walk about. Invented in England, the garment aims to protect clothing from rain and splashes while providing convenient coverage during movement.
The government report through September 25 notes a drop in cotton ginned in Oklahoma from 148,979 in 1913 to 104,154 this year. Late crop, low prices, and slow picking contribute. Western Oklahoma sees higher ginning after a short previous year. Hughes county leads with 5,107 bales. Pontotoc up from 1,544.
County campaign chair Roddie says Cyclone Davis the Texas orator and congressional nominee will speak to Pontotoc voters on the afternoon of November 2, the day before the general election. Judge Robertson may appear before the election. Roddie hopes Davis can come October 31 if possible.
Doctors Mahr Faust and Craig issue county wide orders requiring immediate reporting of every suspected scarlet fever case to the appropriate health officers in Ada or other parts of the county. Quarantine rules require all household members to stay on the premises until lifted by health authorities.
To shield a Swiss railway from frequent avalanches engineers built snow retaining walls at multiple hillside points where slides begin. The structures hold the snow until it melts, reducing slide risk along the line.
London reports martial law across British South Africa after Col. Maritz heads a plot to form an independent republic. He arrested loyal soldiers and now leads German forces in Southwest Africa with backing from the German governor. The English government moves to crush the rebellion and punish traitors.
London dispatch reports a private Bohemia letter claiming Czech revolt against Austrian rule. Suppression of several Czech newspapers and executions of leaders are noted amid widespread bitterness among the well to do classes and a feared serious uprising.
The Rev W E Guy severed ties with the Baptist church of Roff this week to accept a pastorate at the Norman church, regarded as one of the state’s best. During his Roff pastorate he built the church to a flourishing condition and will be missed by both church members and town residents for his strong convictions and organizing skill.
The Roff Eagle reports that over half of ginned cotton in parts of Oklahoma is kept by farmers or hauled home. Warehousing is limited, as farmers seek low-interest loans on stored cotton. Towns have built warehouses but none in the area have been used yet, while some cotton sells and most is held to prop up prices.
Rev W D Matthews of Wynnewood the Democratic nominee for Commissioner of Charities and Corrections will address voters of Pontotoc County at Ada Friday afternoon at 2 30.
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