10 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1916
Page
1
News from New York and New Orleans reports rising insurance costs and prudent measures as U-53’s disappearance off Nantucket keeps shipping wary. Exporters fear freight to European ports could slow, with war risk surcharges seen across transatlantic trade and embargo talk emerging without action.
President Wilson focuses on naval reports about German submarine attacks near the U S coast. Officials say no need for drastic moves yet as Lansing and the French ambassador prepare for a late afternoon briefing. Wilson plans to speak in Indianapolis and has not shown signs of canceling trips.
A weather bureau report places the tropical disturbance near Porto Rico this morning, with officials expecting a recurving northward. It passed near St. Thomas yesterday evening with strong winds and a northwest track.
The Dykkeren, a submarine damaged in a collision with a Norwegian steamer, sank yesterday but was raised. Five of the six crew members who went down with the craft were rescued alive.
Reports from Longon dated Oct 10 indicate increased French and British artillery activity south of the Somme. Observers say the south bank action may precede another major push below the river while larger battles in Volhynia and Galicia continue with limited details from Petrograd and BerEn. Serbian forces reportedly crossed the Cerna in Greek Macedonia despite Bulgarian counterattacks.
In Brooklyn at Ebbets Field the home team the Robins beat the Red Sox 4 to 3 after Boston took a 2 1 lead in the fourth. Mays and Thomas started for Boston with Coombs and Miller for Brooklyn. Foster and Pfeifer pitched in relief as Brooklyn surged ahead with two runs in the fifth and two more in the fifth to prevail.
A Russian torpedo boat sank two German submersibles after they attacked the Russian wireless station at Lepnazolok. Several officers and crew were killed by submarine gunfire, according to Petrograd reports relayed via London.
Newport R I Oct 10 The crew of the British ship Kingston missing since Sunday when they abandoned ship at the orders of a German submarine in the Nantucket light ship waters has not been heard from today.
Greensboro October 10 under gray skies the Central Carolina fair opened at 8 am with crowds viewing exhibits midway horse racing and other events. Management forecasts the four days will surpass prior fairs. Thursday is High Point day. Friday Children’s Day offers free admission for students. Veterans Day features General Julian S. Carr speaking and High Point Confederates plan to attend.
Chairman Mendenhall leads Democratic rally plans in High Point for Governor Craig Thursday night at the armory. Senator Overman opened the campaign here earlier, with Craig expected to defend the state administration against Republican attacks. Thomas J told will introduce the governor, with Major L. Sinclair chairing the reception committee and inviting a large turnout including women.
Hood River Oregon October reports say mountaineers sighting wilt sheep or goats on Mount Hood snow fields contradicts authorities on Northwestern natural history as climbers claim to have seen animals high on the peak.
Joseph A. McDonnell traveled from Los Angeles to Waukon Iowa to reunite with his brother Miles McDonnell The brothers had not seen each other for 53 years their last meeting occurred in Milwaukee Wisconsin in 1863.
London reports former Greek premier Venizelos and provincial government members traveled to Saloniki the cradle of the revolution in defiance of the king. Professor Lambos formed a ministry sworn in today per official Athens advices.
Partly cloudy tonight and Wednesday with cooler temperatures. Frost possible in the western portion and perhaps central areas as winds diminish from the northeast.
Washington reports the United States rejects the entente claim that neutrals must bar all submarines from their harbors. Officials say Newport was used as a base damaging allied shipping and trade by about six million dollars. U-53 did not attempt to make Newport a base.
Resident Engineer and Lassiter crews survey High Point paving district as taps and storm drainage prep begin. Work includes sewer and water extensions on South Main and East Greene streets and curbside connections to avoid future pavement disruption.
Paris reports of the submarine campaign on the American coast describe a German challenge to the United States. The morning papers publish available news with comments under the headings blackmail and défiant, noting general sentiment that the challenge will not be accepted.
New York on October 10 reports fifteen new infantile paralysis cases and four deaths in the 24 hours to 10 am. The figures show a two case drop from yesterday but two more deaths.
Madison Wisconsin October 10 a panic sent fifteen hundred students rushing from classrooms in the main hall of the University of Wisconsin when a blaze of unknown origin destroyed the structure forcing rapid evacuation and causing damage.
New York Oct 10 James W Gerard American ambassador to Germany arrived and refused to confirm or deny reports he was returning to the United States on a peace mission for Emperor William. He declined questions saying no plans were made and he expected to go to Washington but had no date.
Richmond Va Oct 10 At a meeting of stormholders of the Southern railway here today a special discussion covered the payment of dividends on preferred stock and a resolution to withhold dividends was adopted. The annual report estimated July storm damage at about 1 250 000 not counting traffic loss or detour costs.
Washington note from the Department of Labor states deportation of aliens at Atlantic and Gulf immigration stations is suspended due to dangers. Assistant secretary cites maritime risks and safety concerns affecting operations.
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