12 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1916
Page
1
London dispatch describes ongoing Verdun fighting with artillery exchanges and German attacks repulsed by French forces near the Meuse. British statements claim all German thrusts failed while a German account notes trench stalemate and retreat of several units. The liner Senator reported crew rescued after an incident at sea.
The report notes a signed contract with the Cleveland Americans to join their lineup as part of a broader bill discussion. It mentions a forty million dollar rivers and harbors appropriation proceeding through the Haven region and expected senate opposition. County court jurors are listed to convene next Monday morning for the first week of court.
For sale a neat cottage with nine and a half lots on the corner of West Anderson Street. Asking price $1250.00. Contact J. W. Batts for details.
April reports describe American expeditionary forces advancing toward Parral and Chihuahua while Villa's bandits retreat or reposition in Durango and nearby mountains. Conflicting messages mix battlefield outcomes with strategic shifts and rumored Villa movements.
An explosion at the Dupont Powder Works in Winefield, Virginia destroyed the plant early today. Two children and one man were killed and property loss was estimated at 159000 dollars. The plant had been manufacturing munitions.
Carnival events run April 12 to 18 with track meet, baseball, parades, and agricultural displays. The program features University of Texas games, queen and maids, and a large carnival with 128 attractions and military maneuvers, ending with dances in the evening.
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