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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1915
Page
1
A Lincoln quotation speaks to enduring effort and integrity. The speaker notes that outcomes do not change truth if one has acted to the best of their ability and vows to continue striving until the end.
United Press reports in London that Nish may fall to Bulgars ahead of Austro German forces with Serbs retreat possible if paths open. Russians’ strength and Bulgarian troops in the southwest will decide Serbian fate as Istro German assault and Moravia line fighting continue.
United Press dispatches report nine spies executed by the Germans in Belgium. In Brussels authorities also sentenced thirteen more spies to prison.
Washington says a note protesting interference with American commerce will be issued in London today and released to the public next Monday. The article also highlights Eleanor Fairbanks in the play Pair of Sixes at the opera house, praising her typing skill.
President Wilson travels to New York to address the Manhattan Club tonight on national defense and preparedness. He will urge public backing for defense programs, with Congress expected to appropriate funds at the coming session. Col House will host him with Matt likely joining for a suburban motor trip.
An official citing Bernstorff’s views says war ends only when England broaches peace talks. Germany would not initiate peace. Terms would include indemnity to cover the German debt, retention of Poland, partial restoration of colonies, freedom of the seas, Russian evacuation of the Balkans, Austro-German control of the region, and permission to modernize Turkey with Germany relinquishing Belgium.
Dr A W Hendrick president of the University of Nevada delivered an address on College Education during the teachers institute forenoon session. He urged higher education as the path to better citizenship and praised the institute for inspiring teachers to uplift their pupils. Mr and Mrs Emery Johnson departed for their home near Gold Creek this morning.
The Italian government denies attempting to discuss a separate peace with the Teutonic allies. The Italian embassy says no Italian diplomats went to Lucerne Switzerland to meet German peace agents, clearing up reports from Washington on the matter.
Reports say Villa is missing after the Agua Prieta attack repulsed last night. American troops at the Fresno pumping station were warned by bandits and a relief posse was sent. Col. Martinez, a former Villa ally, surrendered to US forces with many followers.
The Record notes Secretary Lane's ruling that water supply for irrigation must be proved adequate at entry, a standard seen as prohibitive. It cites a 24 hour foot flow for 100 acres requiring about 650 000 gallons daily per 100 acres, challenging entrants in western regions.
John D Rockefeller Jr comments on a New York stage production titled The Unborn by physicians and philanthropists. He says the play raises the problem of restricting undesirable offspring and the rights of the child to be well born and the wife to decide, noting society must address the issue.
Washington dispatch reports that Ambassador Whitlock has taken a vacation due to ill health amid rumors of German dislike over his role in the Cavell execution and related actions in Belgium. The Belgian case and ongoing court action involving Sarah Skaggs were noted, with several attorneys present and continued proceedings to tomorrow morning.
Miss J E Wier arrives at 5 30 tomorrow morning to speak at the high school about Nevada history and the State Historical Society. The talk aims to inspire teachers in reaching many communities and expanding the society's work.
Washington reports the La Follette seaman's law takes effect today amid debate over required equipment and lifeboats for American ships. Officials oppose repeal this winter, arguing the law raises costs and stirs controversy among lawmakers and shipowners. In New York the drug market faces price shocks as shortages and surging costs threaten supply. Quinine, cod liver oil and other medicines rise sharply, straining patients and doctors alike.
A May 30 1911 Western Nevada Miner excerpt details a Nevada paper founder J Holman Buck reflecting on his daughter’s marriage. He frames the wedding as a joyous rite of passage and mourns the mother who died, praising the daughter as a lifelong star and dad’s baby, now joining another home and future.
Fragmentary verse and notes describe a bachelor in Elko lamenting unrequited love for a teacher who prefers her career. Mentions of a teacher leaving town and an actor, Ethel Wilks, poised for a lead in A Pale of Sixes with producer H. H. Frazee in New York.
A parliamentary stop session ends with a vote of no confidence in the cabinet. Zaimis resigns as premier and Venizelos expected to retake the post. Greece may enter the war on the Allies side, aiding Serbia and possibly contesting Constantinople. King Constantine reportedly favors Germany but may bow to parliamentary will.
Haitian rebels operate in small bands. A marine clash wounded private W L Duskeh in the knee and killed five Haitian rebels. Heavy fighting continued all day yesterday between rebels and marines.
Secretary Redfield discussed the Seamen’s Act noting rising ship orders by American builders. He said the industry shows unprecedented growth with more ships built in U S yards than ever before. He pledged cautious enforcement, delaying harsh penalties to let shipowners adapt to the new rules.
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