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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1915
Page
1
British and French warships press bombardment of the Dardanelles as Turkish defenses at constantinople face intensified attack. Navy losses are reported among Turkish forces while the great fleet continues bombardment with ten projectiles smashing final defenses of the passage.
A chaotic wartime dispatch reports Russian forces claiming seventy units rolled back German lines near Hindenburg as Turkish defenses in the Dardanelles area endure heavy bombardment. The story credits ongoing trench warfare and air raids, with reports of thousands of casualties and shifting fronts across Eastern Europe and the Turkish capital.
Envoys deliver notice of a blockade to Secretary Bryan at the State Department. The move, described as an international courtesy, signals a German blockade plan. Officials say it targets contraband trade only and will not disrupt broader commerce.
Brest France March 1 The American cotton steamer Dacia towed into port as a captive after being seized in Hagkeh channel by a French battle cruiser Escort. Allies had said she would not reach a German port with cotton cargo and how the ship will be disposed of remains to be seen. Developments are awaited with interest.
Rome March 1 United Fronc reports a new papal order placing the United States under Father Thomas Gan fon as a Teault Ra miataney.
Three locals Corto Potuso Matt Valent and Mike Palenti were arrested after an alleged drunken confrontation near Firat Avenue and St James Hotel. Officers recovered a concealed revolver. all three faced charges for carrying concealed weapons and assault. Bail set at 300 dollars each. hearing postponed for court action.
United Press dispatch from Galveston reports the gunboat Progresso in Progreso harbor blown up with thirty crew members and five women aboard killed. The explosion is attributed to a plotted bomb loaded with a tow shipment, officials announced today amid denials from Oxtrasimi’s city representatives.
Bear Lake resident Mirotra Peterson died after a long illness. The funeral service is set for the morning of Ware Week at eleven, with family and local friends in attendance. The notice lists airline staff and teachers among attendees and notes tributes from community members.
Harrisburg dispatch reports the Pennsylvania legislature reopens after eleven days to finish binding plans for the Local Option Bill. The House Law and Order Committee will meet to map the week’s agenda including the Local Option measure, Sunday fishing legality, boxing restrictions, and related amendments, with first direct votes anticipated.
Boston firemen battled a morning blaze that threatened the Indian Refining Company on Central Wharf, causing about 25000 in damage to the building and plant. City apparatus and crews fought to save adjacent property as the fire raged despite difficult construction and location. In Pottsville, a second fire destroyed J. R. Kline’s grocery and warehouse in Schumakerville, with total losses estimated at 340000, including the Mansion House.
Contractor Maddocks, superintendent of the work on the new federal building, received word of the death of David Sutherland, a stone cutter who had been with Maddocks for five years. Sutherland fell from a height at State College while handling a heavy stone, dying within a day. He was well known in the city and had many coworkers. No relatives were identified.
Washington March 1 The regular session blocked the purchase bill as party lines and a Republican filibuster disrupted action. The party faction and factional confusion likely delay the matter until tomorrow.
The forecast calls for tonight and the day to follow warmer conditions. Expect mild temperatures with light breezes and no significant precipitation statewide.
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