24 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1916
Page
1
A severe earthquake struck the island this morning causing heavy damage across Haiti. Shocks occurred before daybreak, many houses razed, fear of large loss of life, and interior communication has been cut off. extent unknown.
Villa reportedly advances north to strike American forces with a force of 40 followers and a possible 2600 more en route. In Castillon ranch near Ojinaga a running clash between Carrancista troops and Villistas left three Villistas dead. The San Francisco Examiner notes George Wingfield faced potential divorce action by Mrs Wingfield unless settlement is reached.
An 8 30 p m bicycle accident on Court street near the hill left John Steninger unconscious for hours after colliding with a crowd of churchgoing children. Danny Andrea suffered a scalp laceration needing four stitches and Charley Sewell a badly wrenched shoulder while all others escaped serious injury.
Washington April 24 Senator Stone and Senate immigration chair Smith after talks with Secretary Liting announced the Burnett bill will be amended to comply with Japan’s request and exclude no longer label Japanese as undesirables.
Elko prepares for a multi day Scholastic Meet with parades displays and events across schools Metropolis and Wells rally to join. Schedule lists manuals sewing track tennis cooking baseball declamation dancing and a moving picture show with small admissions across venues.
Confidential reports from Washington state say the Kaiser and Chancellor Von Hollweg asked bankers how a break with the United States would affect Germanys economic future. Acceptance or rejection of terms may depend on bankers advice, with Ambassador Gerrard to confer with the chancellor and a reply expected by tomorrow night.
The counselor for Sam Bachmen moved to withdraw a not guilty plea in a horse stealing indictment before Judge Taber. A large dance crowd attended a Lamoille event. Obituaries note August Nelson’s death and A B Millett’s, with funeral details in Oakland. Foreclosure movant seeks to set aside receivership. Leach vs Parks and other court matters progress. Elko Baseball club to meet at courthouse. Maud Allan to star in The Rug Maker's Daughter at Bradley Opera House with details on the production and stunt known as the flying mare.
Congress appropriates 75000 for rabies control among western coyotes. The Bureau of Biological Survey staffs five inspectors and 190 hunters across Oregon Nevada California Idaho and Utah border towns to curb spread and protect stock and people. Nevada and other states plan matching actions amid strong rancher cooperation and past outbreaks in Oregon Nevada Idaho and California.
Reports from Berlin and Paris dated April 24 detail intensified French assaults on the Meuse east of Avecourt and Le Mort Homme amid heavy artillery fire. Cavenerite Wood recaptured by French grenadiers after a German resistance. Turkish forces defeat British near Mettajin Egypt with 40 killed and 40 captured. another Turkish attack repulsed.
Ambassador Arrondondo Carranza's agent in Washington asked Secretary Lansing for an early reply to withdrawal demands. Lansing said no action would occur until after the Scott Funston conference, with withdrawal decisions pending General Scott's report.
Washington reports cancelation of all army leaves and 43 navy officers leaves of absence halted. Officials foresee no more leaves as the U S readies for possible conflict with Germany or Mexico and plans to mobilize militia if needed. Coast artillery likely to deploy to the border depending on German and Mexican developments. Thomas Toyne and family are guests at the Mayer.
Report says General Scott will travel to the border to meet Carranza’s agent General Obregon. An unconfirmed rumor notes that expeditionary forces clashed with Carranza troops yesterday near Satevo.
Six of eight aeroplanes used by expeditionary fliers in Mexico are destroyed as worthless junk at Columbus New Mexico. Two planes flown here earlier in the week are undergoing repairs.
William F. McCoombs announced he cannot serve after the St. Louis convention. Fred Lynch, currently chairman of the executive committee, is expected to be chosen as his successor.
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