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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1915
Page
7
The note to Britain censures deceptive use of the American flag by British vessels in the sea area and urges restraint to prevent endangering American lives and ships. A Germany note warns against treating the US flag as absent in good faith and threatens strict accountability if German naval actions endanger Americans.
Washington Republicans and Democrats united to block the government ship purchase measure aided by Senators Norris and Kenyon. After a 50 hour 4 minute continuous debate, leaders warned an extra session after March 4 seems likely.
London reports the British government has yielded to press insistence for more war news. Prime Minister Asquith pledged on Thursday to publish communications from Sir John French, the British commander in chief, twice weekly.
William Howard Taft spoke at a Toronto Canadian club event declaring war between Canada and the United States impossible, citing a century of peace and stressing the Monroe doctrine during the historic gathering.
The fiercest artillery duel since the war began ignited in Alsace on Thursday. German families are fleeing from Muelhausen Kolmar and Strassburg as the battle drives a large exodus.
Washingway Jose Caro the Spanish minister to Mexico has been expelled by General Carranza. The official dispatches reached the state department late Thursday outlining the action and its immediate diplomatic implications.
The Havre report states the International Socialist Bureau has convened delegates from belligerent and neutral nations to meet at The Haegue, aiming to discuss wartime peace and coordination among sides.
Petrograd dispatch reports Lodz is being evacuated with stores offices the commissariat and wine shops moved to safety. Local authorities coordinate transport and security as streets clear for orderly departure and protection of essential facilities.
The Notre Dame de Lorette bid has been announced as secured by Preach forces. The front line dominates the region and has been fiercely contested for weeks.
Cunard officials admitted the Orduna flew a neutral flag while clearing the Irish coast, contrary to passenger claims it showed the Stars and Stripes to indicate nationality. Line officials said it was customary to display the flag only at the foremast to show the country of destination. Captain Taylor refused to comment, under admiralty orders.
London reports a plan by the International Conference of Garden Cities to rebuild Belgian towns and cities after devastation. Herbert Samuel notes 200 refugees in England include about 200 architects, inviting them to develop Belgium towns along modern lines with international support.
The Hague Henry Van Dyke United States minister to The Hague and Luxemburg said he appealed to Washington to protest German interference with his duties. The German military commander at Trier refused to pass his letters sealed with the American legation seal, cutting off diplomatic correspondence with Luxemburg.
New York reporters say the Southern railway board delayed the usual declaration of the semiannual dividend on preferred stock at their regular Thursday meeting.
Richard Irvine Manning, born in South Carolina in 1869, succeeded Cole Blease as governor. He served as a state representative and senator for several years and was prominent in financial affairs.
Reports say Tutula Toe and American Sautnoe islands were hit by a hurricane. No fatalities are reported, but residents lost homes and food supplies are scarce. A British prize coin could affect the fate of the American steamship Wilhelmine en route to Rotterdam carrying German and U.S. consignments.
Berlin reports German naval measures against British commerce are not a blockade. Submarines and warships will avoid sinking American or other neutral ships and take precautions to prevent mistakes. The proclamation warns neutrals and aims to pressure Britain while allowing safe crews if contraband is absent.
In El Paso Texas reports say General Juan Cabral’s revolutionary army swept into Mexican Mormon colonies from Chihuahua to Donera. They seized food, slaughtered dairy cows, killed pigs and chickens, and ransacked corn stores, leaving a desolate trail for Colonia Morelos and Colonia Pachuca residents.
In a two day Commons debate the house approved the army estimates for 3,000,000 men excluding optional forces and passed a token vote for officer pay. The government gains a blank check for funding this war effort.
An acetate of 3 150 000 appears in the will of Edward Tih and a large share goes to a named beneficiary while other details remain unclear.
Officials implement a vaccination program for Arisems members under city protection to curb a smallpox outbreak. The measure aims to immunize the population and prevent further spread.
Twenty one men died Tuesday at the South Wellington mine of the Pacific Coast Coal Co when a shot broke into old flooded workings of the South field mine. Fire boss Nillerst perished as flood waters surged in John Murdock escaped. Manager Foy and fire boss Nillerst among the dead. Rescue efforts and pumps were rushed but recovery may take two months due to swampy ground.
Engiien private soldier Lonsdale in a German concentration camp at Deberits struck a German guard. He was twice court martialed and sentenced to death the second time. Intervention by the American ambassador secured a reprieve and he was eventually freed.
Dispatch states German commander ordered all consulates in Bruges to lower flags and remove the emblems as part of wartime measures amid occupation in Belgium during Tuesday’s report.
North Platte reports the case of Veruca Commett's murder, where Net-Roy Roberta, a young man linked to the crime, was denied a new Wind die in the electric chair on June 4. The ruling confirms the execution sentence.
Reports say Russia holds lines against Germany Austria and Turkey while repelling a Carpathian offensive. German forces push along the East Prussian border and lower Vistula as Grand Duke Nicholas weighs next move. Notes of Alsace and AF gamne engagements mark limited German successes.
The Dutch flagged steamer Laertes was attacked by a British submarine between Meuse lightship and Schouwen bank. Shells damaged the funnel compass and upper deck. The captain hoisted the Dutch flag to deter firing but the Germans fired again and attempted to sink the vessel. The crew included neutral nationals from China and Norway.
The six months divorce bill, already approved by the assembly, was defeated 13 to blank in the senate Thursday afternoon. Introduced by Vale of Washes County, the measure aimed to repeal the 1918 law requiring one year of residence to file for divorce.
City officials and leading bakers met at the call of Mayor Mitchel on Wednesday to address the bread price rise. The meeting aimed to determine measures to curb increases as many bakeries raised bread from five to a higher cents price and added costs to rolls pastries and cakes.
Des Moines reports the city’s licensing board denied renewal of a saloon license. The decision affects local innkeepers seeking to continue operations in the Balcones area.
Fragmentary text mentions a crew and attire tying to De Meamer and Asia. No clear event, date, or organization identified. The readable parts hint at a humorous or cryptic item about clothing and a group, but specifics are unavailable.
Attorney General Gregory orders all U S district attorneys to oppose indefinite suspension of sentences by federal judges. He calls the practice an effective pardon and says it has harmed confidence in federal crime law, demanding action to ensure commitment issuance.
The Duma met in Petrograd for a brief session with ministers and imperial council members present. The opening address praised wartime allies and prompted the assembly to applaud the ambassadors from France Great Britain and Japan. Foreign Minister Sazonov’s remarks drew renewed applause.
In New Britain, Connecticut, the bodies of Rev. Joseph Zebris and his housekeeper Mrs. Iva Gilman were discovered Tuesday in the rectory of St. Andrew's Lithuanian church. Both had bullet wounds and a rope was tied around each neck. The circumstances remain shrouded in mystery.
Attorneys for thirty six master plumbers from six midwestern states, indicted on Sherman antitrust charges, filed Tuesday a motion asking the government to file bill of particulars in the case in United States court at Des Moines Iowa.
Vera Cruz Mexico F Villareal minister of the treasury in the Gutierrez cabinet and provisional government was brought to Vera Cruz from Mexico City on Tuesday and placed at local authorities disposition.
Terrific storms struck the voyage to Belgium. Lifeboat damage occurred aboard the ship, yet Canadians assisted the Gergiana crew and delivered clothing to Belgians in need.
In New York the price of cent leaves climbs to six cents in the city with the cent leaves two cents lighter. The higher price of flour is blamed on bakers as the cause.
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