27 Feb 1916
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1916
Page
1
The article reports ongoing German assaults near Fort Douaumont and surrounding areas, with French defenses reportedly inflicting heavy losses. It notes observers cautioning against assuming a fall of the fortress, while noting gains elsewhere and allied movements in Mesopotamia and the Adriatic region.
Reporters describe French defense along Verdun amid German assaults near the Meuse heights. Observers say the planned offensive may unfold from this sector, with artillery exchanges intense and French batteries maneuvering effectively despite heavy losses on the German side. The region around Comfans-Elain supplied much of the German material for the operation.
Eyvrourad February 26 report states Turkish retreat accelerated by harsh winter and supply shortages. Erzerum to Trebizond line collapse threatens Armenian littoral, with Russian bombardment intensifying. French Verdun region update notes Nevarre pilots down German planes. two enemy aviators killed, two captured.
Paris reports the war office describes the Verdun fort Douaumont fighting as a key element of the old fortifications. A position captured that morning by German forces was reportedly retaken by French troops who then held the line against renewed assaults. In Petrograd General Kuropatkin is named commander in chief of Russia’s northern armies, succeeding Rugsky who was removed from command December 20. The northern army had been repelling attacks.
The clash details indicate a German effort to seize Risa. General Kuropatkin is cited as holding key commands in the current war and, by early October, was named chief of the Russian Grenadier Corps.
In February residents visited relatives in Fort Wayne and hosted guests at home. Mrs Athan Schnelker and children stayed with her parents, while Jar ami Mrs Ray Thunbrook of Fort Wayne spent an evening with Mr and Mrs Brian Bell. Many local scenes include dances by the Sigma Kappa club, illness updates, and plans for church services. Notables include Hugh Gorrell’s return from St Joseph hospital and Edison phonograph purchase by Mr and Mrs Teban Bell.
We the undersigned extend thanks to kind friends and neighbors who assisted in the last rites of our wife and mother. Charlds are and children. Aees tires tires. We are in a better position than anybody else to sell you a tire for less. Let us prove it Fort Wayne Overland Co. 124 West Washington.
An attorney general opinion states March 7 primary day is an election day and informally a holiday for banks and saloons. The opinion notes no statute makes primaries legal holidays but asserts March 7 serves as an election day per state practice.
Fort Wayne officials refuse further funds to the Fort Wayne and Northern Indiana Traction Co as a new letter from the company argues its street-keeping cost is lower and politics are absent. The city replies that past council support rejects reopening the offer, labeling the company’s stance as selfish and ruinous to the plant.
Lakeside committee plans this afternoon session with Councilman Jacob Agne to draft a letter to Mayor Hosey outlining actions believed needed for Lakeside. The note mentions the Lule side senate disposal system, the lake and lagoons, and related contention. Also reports multiple birth notices at local addresses.
B W Lihemann applies for a two story frame house remodel costing 300 dollars under city forester and park superintendent Carl Getz. Vesta and Reservoir Jakes will be scraped today to allow skating. Lights will be turned on for skating this evening.
A Sydney and Newcastle report describes Australian recruits facing discipline and unrest as mobilization tests the military. Instances include tents burned, shops stoned, and soldiers refusing rail fares. A bush recruit story highlights miscommunication and rank confusion amid army preparation.
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