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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1915
Page
1
Russian reports credit Generalfeldmarschall August von Lemberg with saving Petrograd amid Austro German advances in Galicia. The Petrograd crowds celebrate a turning point as military moves shift in the region.
A mixed wartime bulletin details Italian gains along the Austro Italian frontier with Beadiaca Rovereto and Mort reported as captured or near capture. It notes renewed Allied operations near Gallipoli and Marmara and reports Turkish actions including the sinking of a Russian torpedo boat by the Ottoman cruiser Midulla. German and Austrian fronts show ongoing artillery duels from the North Sea to Switzerland as submarine warfare continues with several British ships sunk.
In the day's Standard several war and political briefs unfold as Tiryan resigns and Carranza seeks recognition while German and Russian fronts shift. Also noted are Dniester battle developments, mining and divorce items, church notices, obituaries, society columns, and various advertisements.
Olympia dispatch reports Thurston county jury acquits Miller of first degree murder in the Chatten case. One woman juror testified Miller shot Chatten when he emerged from the Miller home, amid alleged romantic entanglements and a Seattle trip. Chatten, married with four grown children, headed from Wichita to oversee the mill owned with his brother. Miller, long employed by the Chatten family, was brought from Kansas to work as a salesman.
Los Angeles reports deputies canvassing San Fernando valley residents to identify two men who held up the southbound Southern Pacific near Chatsworth last night. Investigators say three train robberies in the valley this year suggest daylight workers may be involved. They believe the robbers, who fled with cash and jewelry, may be ranch hands returning to work.
Italian forces occupied Gradisca on the Austrian frontier, after initial reports and a formal announcement. General Cadorna reaffirmed the advance, with troops holding both riverbanks and strong outposts toward Ronchi. The Venetian town, with 5,000 inhabitants, welcomed the soldiers with flowers and joy, while Italian volunteers returned from exile.
London reports a major engagement along the Dniester river in Galicia with Russian forces opposing Austria and Germany. Both sides press for the initiative as Austro German troops claim a crossing east of Horodenka while German offensives continue near Rawka and Arra time fronts in the Baltic and East Prussia.
A British and Belgian frontline shows no major push but continuous fighting from the sea to Champagne and in the Wouvre as German forces hold positions. Italians report progress on the Isonzo with Gradisca captured and advances toward Tolmino. On Gallipoli allied progress noted. German submarines sink one steamer and three trawlers since Saturday, including 32 fishing craft among British vessels. seven neutrals sunk and two French, two Belgian, three Russian, and 40 British ships affected.
At West Point New York on June 12 Secretary of War Garrison awarded 165 diplomas during the annual graduation. He urged cadets to uphold tradition and reflect honor on the United States Army amid global conflict unfolding around Europe.
Washington reports officials fear mass resignations of highly trained ordnance staff at U S arsenals as WWI nears. The government eyes retention measures and notes a 1900 statute penalizing inducement to quit contracts, though rarely enforced. Army officials are evaluating remedies amid France tensions.
Heat in Austria Hungary raises alarm about the coming harvest as grain rots threaten crops. Budapest markets report police intervention to curb violence by angry public over soaring flour and meat prices.
Judge Ben B. Lindsey faces contempt of court charges in Denver as Judge Senn Perry orders him to appear June 15. The case stems from Lindsey's refusal to reveal Neil Wright's testimony about the fatal winter shooting of Bertha Wright’s husband. Wright the boy testified he did the shooting. the mother was acquitted.
Mexican leader calls for international recognition as regional conflicts unfold. President Carranza seeks formal acknowledgment to restore legitimacy and bolster support during shifting alliances.
President Wilson today faces the first reply to his stance on Mexican recognition. General Carranza’s proclamation asserts the constitutionalist government’s right to recognition, while General Villa’s note in Washington emphasizes the same themes and history of the conflict. A German note to be delivered later adds tension as Bryan discusses changes to the embassy note and Lusitania incident details.
Berlin reports the American note has prompted cautious, conciliatory German reactions. Officials expect talks among the imperial chancellor, foreign secretary, and military leaders to shape policy. An ambassador’s report in Washington may prompt further negotiations as newspapers note little new content but a friendly tone.
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