10 May 1915
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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1915
Page
1
Washington May 10 reports say President Wilson will announce government policy on the Lusitania disaster within 24 hours. He may call an extra session to consider reprisals or possible war but cabinet unanimity is unclear and a firm policy is expected after Cabinet consultations and private meetings.
Air attacks near London hit seven villages including Southend Shoebury Pitsea and Romford with incendiary bombs. Fires started as Zeppelins and aeroplanes dropped bombs across the region endangering towns about 12 miles east-northeast of London.
A German Zeppelin raid centered near Southend and Shoeburyness caused fires and window damage as two women civilians were wounded near London. The raid, seen over Leigh and Romford, followed by fighter fire from Gravesend forts, prompted alarms along the coast and inland towns. Authorities expect a Vienna reply within hours amid escalating tensions in May.
Senator Pomerene appeals for calm judgment on wartime policy condemning any action that slaughter babes and women without warning. He urges adherence to traditional wisdom and a measured route guided by facts, confidence, courage, and poise for the nation’s safety.
The expert argues that numbers in men and material decide major wars. He notes total national effort, industrial capacity, and strategic fails for Germany. The piece discusses morale, resources, and the need for sustained Allied pressure to secure victory.
More than 500 passengers and crew were killed or wounded when a second German torpedo struck the Lusitania near Queenstown. Capt. W. T. Turner and Cunard officials led an extensive search for survivors and bodies while wireless operator David McCormick saved a distress call and recounted the chaos as the liner sank.
Queenstown May 10 Five thousand dollars reward is offered for the recovery of the body of Alfred Gynne Vanderall the American multimillionaire who perished while saving a woman when the Lusitania was destroyed. Webb Ware the Vander family solicitor will lead the search with divers and boats to explore the coast near the sunken liner. It is believed Vanderwall was killed by the explosion following the torpedo that sank the Lusitania.
Britain begins an inquiry into duty and accountability after a disaster. Officials plan urgent action as 1000 bodies remain unrecovered. The liner St Paul reports many corpses seen floating near the wreck site.
By Herbert Temple London May 10. Of the destroyed Lusitania 764 bodies recovered so far and more than 1000 missing, efforts to locate victims continue as warships and trawlers search off the south coast of Ireland. Survivors voice anger over handling before and during the disaster as the Board of Trade prepares a major inquiry led by a likely senior official.
Auction sale advertised Saturday May 8 at 2 o clock sharp at Anton Storage Transfer Co with proceeds supporting Saint Kenny's. Anton High School Alumni Association hosts its annual banquet and opening dance at Springfield Lake Tuesday evening.
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