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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1915
Page
9
In a sweeping action Britain authorities seize meat price court orders condemn a cargo of steamships valued in the millions of dollars amid wartime controls. Officials vow to curb price manipulation and protect consumers.
The court ruled on confiscation of American meat cargoes shipped by major firms for Germany. A security of 84 25 000 was posted for costs as appeals were allowed. The ruling noted goods appeared destined for Germany, with potential use by German forces, while most shipments were valued at 25 million dollars and tied to American packers. The hearing concluded with a reserve on judgment pending longer deliberation.
Secretary Lansing stated the United States will not intervene in the British court decision condemning a cargo of valuable goods. If findings show denial of justice, a protest will be sent and cargo values pursued through diplomatic channels.
Washington reports the German explanation on the Hesperian explosion may close the incident as the Admiralty notes a German torpedo caused the damage though submarines near the scene found none. Heat claims artist William Davis in New York at sixty eight. A Kansas warden is ousted per legislative committee findings. Zapata's forces terrify parts of Morelos as distrust spreads in Mexico City. In Baltimore the state comptroller defers United States Senator Blair Lee for the Democratic nomination.
Edward J. King, cashier of the Dugger State Bank in Sullivan Indiana, pleaded guilty in circuit court to embezzling 24 owe and received a sentence of two to fourteen years in state prison. He was fined 100 and disfranchised for five years. He was given 24 hours to settle his personal affairs.
Washington reports German Ambassador von Bernstorff expresses confidence no break will occur between Germany and the United States over submarine policy and the Arabic issue. Berlin notes clarify that no submarine torpedoing will occur without warning, while the Hesperian incident is considered not conclusively linked to a German submarine.
Washington reports the administration will test the Mexican issue with Carranza representatives as part of peace talks. The move aims to end the turmoil in the republic and restore order and recognition of this government as the best path to peace. Officials note renewed cautions to Americans in border regions as military advances and disturbances raise risks, while denying the note as signaling future policy toward Mexico.
News flash wires report Austrian ambassador Dumba asked to be recalled and a U S official note awaits Vienna. Other items note heat deaths in Worcester and Wilson to vote in New Jersey primaries. Airship damage, Ghent bombing, Phocaea bombardment, French submarine action, a Norwegian bark wreck, and the Sant Anna fire under control with Azores voyage planned.
Alarm over threatening letters to Anglo-French finance commissioners leads to doubled guards at the Hotel Biltmore. Pro-German depositors threaten heavy bank withdrawals if the proposed loan proceeds, while White House officials say neutrality remains intact as funds are used to buy goods in the United States.
A local report notes new obstacles in obtaining liability insurance and securing business interests. Industry sources cite rising costs and coverage gaps impacting small firms and startups seeking operation. Regulatory and market pressures compound these challenges for area entrepreneurs.
The fight by mobility insurance interests presses as they face a friendly ruling from Superintendent Frank Taggart, yet the Ohio Manufacturers' Association seeks to test it in court amid state commission refusals to modify cancellations. Also in Dayton, a Supreme Court injunction delays budget funds, while hearings approach on civil service and eight hour work rulings affecting state and municipal employees.
A 102nd anniversary celebration of Commodore Oliver H. Perry's victory opens with a Put-in-Bay banquet hosted by the board of trade. Notables including Gen. Nelson A. Miles and Mayor Thomas Conlen attend Perry park program, with speakers from the Mound Builders project and the Archaeological Society presenting artifacts from a new mound exhibit.
London: The House of Commons formally approved a credit of 1 250 000 000 dollars to sustain the war to mid November. From July 18 to September 11 daily war expenditure averaged 17 500 000 dollars. The total since the war began rises to 6 310 000 000 dollars and spending in the coming weeks may reach 26 000 000 daily. The 1 260 000 000 appropriation will last until the third week of November.
Washington reports all evidence on sinking of the Arabic has been sent to the Berlin foreign office at Germanys request. Count von Bernstorf expects a voluntary withdrawal of part of the Arabic note and a stronger repudiation to satisfy President Wilson.
Imported Birds summarize a yearly U.S. influx of about 600 000 with 17 000 becoming residents in a day. The pet trade hosts 1500 species, dominated by canaries parrots and game birds. Center for Pens and Pins Birmingham England is cited as a pen and pin producer. A tip suggests using raw onion juice to protect gilt frames. A Washington Post quote notes the clash between honor and criminal behavior, echoed by a neuro pathologist.
Andrew Mikola, 54, of Toledo, injured in the Lake Shore Electric wreck at Sage's Grove last Sunday, is described as a raving maniac in a Bellevue hospital telephone message. he imagines threats of incineration in burning debris as he remains under arrest.
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