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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1916
Page
3
Reports say German forces press a furious Verdun offensive with up to 750000 men reportedly engaged. Despite immense losses on both sides, renewed fighting in the past 24 hours allegedly yielded German gains at a frightful cost.
Paris reports a renewed German drive at Verdun with strength from the east along a roughly 12 mile front from Dieppe to Champton. Mantoutles and Champton claimed captured, Abancourt and Blanze pressed. France concedes Manheulles taken but counters to the ville boundary. German forces reportedly near 750000 in total, with 17 000 prisoners, seven heavy pieces, and numerous machine guns. French resistance praised as combat grows harsher.
A trench narrative from Verdun describes a soldier’s experience under French and German artillery. The speaker recalls shelling, injuries, a broken arm, and evacuation by armored car toward Verdun as heavy guns pound across Moncourt and Fleury.
Reports from Verdun recount German orders to advance regardless of casualties as French artillery and counterattacks strain both sides. German gains at Mort-Denau and Pepper Hill waver amid fierce infantry duels, with heavy losses noted on every flank and renewed French reinforcement.
Sixty one workers were trapped after an explosion at the Davin Coal and Coke mine near Kempton West Virginia. Two men escaped to the surface shortly after, and rescuers recovered 97 miners within an hour, four dead and two severely injured. Rescue teams and volunteers labored to reach the others as the explosion halted operations.
Newton Massachusetts February court records show Albert Saunders and Frank Sidney, both black men, accused in a violent assault on Mina Crane and Katrine ton ix, with injuries described as severe. Jewelry valued at $1,000 was reported stolen. defendants held on twenty thousand dollars bail each.
Brig. Gen. Hugh L. Boott interim secretary of war attended the cabinet meeting in Washington for the first time since the war began. The session included the White House historian and marked a notable interlude among military and civilian leaders.
Washington March 1 looms as the submarine crisis unfolds. The U S insists on Americans traveling on armed ships while Germany seeks strict orders to limit life loss. Officials warn of possible war as diplomatic notes circulate and Justice probes threats to Senator Sterling.
Chicago reports hog prices rising to 8.90 per 100 pounds the highest in 16 months. Veterinarians at the Chicago yards note a surge in hog raising as pork and bacon demand grows amid wartime effects. Through early 1916 2,155,000 hogs arrived locally with national shipments surpassing 7.1 million head from January 2 to midyear.
An investigation into vice conditions in Minneapolis follows an inquiry by the county attorney into a missing minor boy believed forced into prostitution. Evidence gathered prompts a grand jury review, with involvement from welfare workers and police.
The Senate unanimously approved a treaty with Haiti giving the United States protectorate over the island republic. It provides American supervision of finances customs debt payments and policing by a native constabulary trained by Americans and US intervention if needed to guarantee territorial integrity and development of resources.
A chaotic report describes Diaz amassing forces across Vera Crux and Oxon with about 10 000 troops to begin a campaign near Villa and Curtain. It claims seven million in aid to support the movement, amid clashes and mobilization.
London reports February war loss figures with British total down as 18 586 for the month. The month’s overall war views note substantial enemy actions and indicate ongoing material costs of the conflict.
Dispatch from Loemdion reports Trebizond evacuated by Turkish forces amid shifting Caucasus front. War Office statement cites February 22 to 29 engagements near Pewshie, Lag te Aloyet, and Dardanelles, with Allied batteries repelling attacks and inflicting damage without captured positions.
Washington report details a $480,000 letter of credit from International Harvester used to finance a Yucatan revolt. Testimony before a Senate committee tracked commissions paid to Montes and Argumeds, the attempted arms purchase, and later revolts led by Gov. Alvarado who halted shipments and seized assets.
London dispatch reports Italy moving to commandeer German steamers as tensions rise over the Baltic and German actions. The British government weighs whether to press for a broader war response as Parliament considers casualties and strategic moves.
A Russian official discusses reforms amid wartime strain. He notes expectations of conservation, improved food supply, and spring prospects as parliament considers cost and policy changes. The tone is cautious about future harvests and state planning.
Disjointed dispatches report a Mexican revolt attempt tied to Dias and Zapata factions. U S and UK officials monitor defections, financial appeals, and potential foreign support, with 20 000 troops poised against insurgents south of Mexico City and Croramvacs under Zapata influence.
Brig. Gen John Po Wieser discussed discharges with staff as three suspects remained in custody in a U.S. recruiting case tied to a British operation. U S Marshal Joseph Simms issued three warrants for Loree men as authorities vet documents and seek further leads.
U S representative Mondell of Wyoming in a Washington speech attacked foreign policy and urged reinforcement of military power. He warned against pacifist trends and urged action to protect America, while criticizing moves in the Senate and House. Local sentiment shows county votes on saloons reflecting broader issues.
The Senate took up related measures as Warstelrmtuen and Bel Stap debated the Mixei Sound project. Amid procedural moves, Aradthie backed the Poindexter bill for Clunt por soner authorization while a report from the committee awaited a favorable committee vote.
Hardware merchants complain prices rise daily as they seek relief from costly supplies. They warn stock will stagnate if trends persist, while new price hikes threaten purchases and margins. The convention convenes to press for relief measures.
In a humorous Cleveland Leader fragment a mock market scene unfolds with Mrs PreviLightiee and Mrs Fitedoodlededunidoo trading quips about marketing and groceries. Characters discuss worms tongues and pigeon heads amid playful banter and family sacrifice for nutritious food.
A curious child Freddie experiences a new deafness aid the telephone. He eagerly asks to talk to Mrs G and shouts into the receiver at Central, stumbling through a comic but endearing scene about a wedding and a pipe dream of work.
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