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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1916
Page
1
Berlin reports a German fleet dash to the English coast and back, with the Lestris seized as a prize near the coast. The Brussels and Gannet are cited in earlier or related actions, while U boats increase activity amid renewed submarine campaign talk.
Ambassadors and officials in Washington report that Carranza and his advisers back a stronger border stance to counter Villista raids. Ambassador Arredondo informed the State Department that U S troops along the frontier should be kept unusually alert to defend against bandit incursions. The United States welcomes this approach as it seeks to stabilize the border situation. The Villa question remains unsettled with reports he may still be active.
The Mexican Embassy reports Carranza vows vigilance along the border after a Villista assault on the Corralitos garrison. Officials expect Villa's possible command and see a shift toward direct negotiations to settle differences between Mexico and the United States. The State Department releases Carranza note replying to Arredondo on June 20 and June 25 communications.
Harry Zavitz of Canton and Elizabeth Walters of Cleveland married after a romance sparked by an automobile wreck they suffered at the Pennsylvania crossing in Cleveland. The couple, who were injured November 2, 1912, were hospitalized after the incident.
Francis Hirst resigns as editor of a London economic weekly, drawing a stark forecast about future policy trends and market directions. The move signals potential shifts in editorial stance and economic commentary.
Francis W. Hirst, renowned financial writer, resigns as editor of The Economist after nine years. He urges freedom and independence for Parliament and press to save civilization, peace, and financial stability in Western Europe. Hartley Withers named successor as editors differ on policy.
The forecast covers Ohio Indiana Kentucky West Virginia and Tennessee with showers Saturday and cooler nights. The tropical disturbance remains over Mississippi bringing heavy rain and flooding in Birmingham Alabama with 10.70 inches since Wednesday. Fragments note rain in Florida Georgia and the lake region and cooler conditions in the upper and lower Great Lakes regions.
Miss Ethel Sergent and Private Louis Bansemer of the First Regiment plan a mail wedding. Sergent signed a marriage contract and sent it to Douglas Arizona where Bansemer will sign, making them legally husband and wife.
Representative Moore of Pennsylvania assailed the administration during the House debate on the Democratic revenue bill. He condemned foreign and Mexican policy, accusing the President of retreating from Carrizal and criticizing plans to issue bonds for National Guard deployments to Mexico.
A New York broker with a London branch claims front line reports from France are heavily censored and altered. He says losses are appalling and the War Office hides true extent, with British lines decimated by rear fire while Germans concealed with machine guns. A reporter notes the Saturday attack toll is terrible and likely misquoted by censor.
After a gulf hurricane, at least one schooner and several sailing boats with about eighty people are missing. Wreckage found on Island No. 11. The steamer Frieda is overdue and thought to have sunk. Mobile suffered over 1 million dollars in damage as water flooded streets.
On the continent new peace talks have begun in efforts to ease tensions. Diplomats from multiple nations attend the sessions as representatives seek to outline a path to settlement and return to stability.
A German national committee aimed at a unified peace plan was formed under Prince von Wedel as mediation delegates Ay Dr Aked and Miss Balch sailed to New York to consult with Henry Ford. They discuss combining efforts with US peace forces and possible Hague mediation while the Stockholm talks proceed.
Special Dispatch to The Commercial Tribune Fostoria Ohio July 7 Republican Senate hopeful Harry M Daugherty blasted lavish spending in primary races during a Thirteenth District swing He predicted a large majority victory and urged the election of Hughes and Willis after a week of speeches amid strong district enthusiasm.
Secretary Daniels reported to the Senate that of seventeen Atlantic fleet battleships four were excellent in target practice four good two fair four poor and three unsatisfactory. The San Diego of the Pacific fleet was excellent. Arkansas Georgia New York and Texas rated excellent. Delaware New Hampshire Rhode Island Wyoming rated good. Nebraska New Jersey rated fair. Virginia Florida Kansas Michigan rated poor. Louisiana South Carolina and Utah unsatisfactory.
William R. Willcox, chairman of the Republican National Committee, says two floors of the Postal Life Building at Fifth Avenue and Forty third Street have been leased for the committee’s New York campaign headquarters. Move-in expected within ten days.
Washington July 7 The Federal Bureau of Investigation considers an embargo on war munitions to non recognized governments in Latin America. It would allow imports under exemptions with US tracking, aiming to curb arms to insurgent elements and stabilize regional governments. Congress would need to authorize the President.
The Public Service Board of the United States Health Service ordered immediate reports from officials in all cities on infantile paralysis cases and to stop the disease. Dr. W. C. Rucker heads quarantine efforts in New York with experts sent from nearby cities to assist there.
City and state health officials intensify effort as infantile paralysis spreads beyond New York City. Reported deaths rise to 22 in 24 hours with 87 new cases, while 400 patients are treated in two Brooklyn hospitals. Panic and family relocations add to the crisis as outbreaks reach New Jersey and Long Island.
Chicago health officials report one death from infantile paralysis and seven cases under surveillance as they tighten inspections on incoming trains. Four cases are at Standard, Illinois, with a large foreign settlement, others at Cherry and Streator.
Asbury Park New Jersey July 7 motor boat patrols were begun along resort beaches to guard bathers against man eating sharks. The crews carry rifles as owners cite two fatalities this week and one on Sunday as unprecedented in these waters. Bathing is down and some beaches are being fenced with wire netting.
The discovery of one confirmed infantile paralysis case and a suspected case in Cleveland prompts Health Commissioner Bishop to intensify preventive measures in the city as he campaigns to avert a wider outbreak.
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