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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1915
Page
1
Officials report a German refusal observed in England affecting submarine activity. Foreign ministers and allied delegates debate next steps as maritime patrols adjust. The development signals a potential shift in naval posture and regional security dynamics.
London dispatch reports French forces advancing north of Arras and the British repelling German efforts near Ypres. Italy’s cabinet resignations provoke delay in action. King Victor Emmanuel may retain Prem er Salandra if public support persists. Anglo German naval and land battles continue as Russia falls back, with Petrograd preparing another major assault.
The Standard notes a delayed decision on a new premier as President Wilson’s stance gains support in England. It covers German-American editorials, a Montana sports item, two injured Manhattan women, Anaconda news, a bridge of local briefs, a court case, a rescue assault, a theosophy lecture, theater, miners union matter, and classified ads.
Governors Stewart Kendrick Alexander and Baldwin comment on President Wilson's note to Germany over the Lusitania sinking. They praise his firmness and aim for peace with national honor, urging united support while insisting on neutrality and eventual arbitration if needed.
The German American press shows heavy concern over potential war between Germany and the United States. Editorials urge calm, loyalty to the United States, and a measured German response while criticizing Secretary Bryan's note and U.S. pressure on Germany.
Berlin reports May 14 that the Lusitania was torpedoed on May 7 off the southeast coast of Ireland. A first torpedo struck below the captain’s bridge, followed by a powerful second explosion linked to ammunition on board. The submarine sighted the ship with no flag and the vessel sank rapidly.
New York May 14 The Anchor Line steamship Transylvania could enter the German war zone early tomorrow and dock in Liverpool if her record Atlantic crossing holds. The Philadelphia, sailing May 8 under the American flag, likely arrives in Liverpool tomorrow afternoon. The Arable, from Liverpool May 5, was signaled late today.
President Wilson sails from Washington aboard the naval yacht Mayflower for a Atlantic fleet review in New York. He travels with Tumulty Cary Gray son and George Howe and will be greeted by his daughter Margaret Wilson and other relatives upon arrival early Monday.
In New York on May 14 a sinking of the Lusitania influenced naturalization filings. Naturalization Commissioner Weiser said the number of Germans applying for naturalization in the city has increased nearly 300 percent. He noted Russians lead in applications recently while Germans were at the foot of the list until recently.
Rome May 14 riots surge as Salandra resigns and King Victor Emmanuel assigns Giuseppe Marcora to form a new cabinet. Deputies clash with troops at the Piazza Monti Citorio, windows smashed, several wounded. Circulars urged mass protests at Villa Ada in support of Italy joining the war. Garibaldian veteran urged decisive action. In Los Angeles, police chief Sebast Ian and Mrs. Lille Pratt freed on charges amid unrelated trial notes.
Washington reports the note to Germany after the Lusitania disaster was delayed by congealed cables. It arrived for telegraphing via Vienna and was copied in 1 hour 40 minutes. Officials expect a read or response in Berlin tomorrow as diplomats weigh maritime law and possible German answers.
Seattle area residents Harry Stokes aged 92 and his wife Christiania were beaten to death with a lead pipe after a dispute with Henry Smith near Sunnydale. A neighbor telephoned the sheriff to report the killing and request arrest. John Birkinbine, a noted mining engineer and former president of the American Institute of Mining Engineers, died at age 71.
Sunday Standard highlights warn of horses shipped to Europe for slaughter, detailing purchase, testing and transport to doom, alongside pieces on easy money schemes, sermons, cartoons, and social pages.
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