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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1916
Page
4
Crown Prince supported by heavy artillery renews assault on Verdun fronts. Germans press at French flanks and near the center, forcing French positions to bend. German gains reach the village of Douaumont as they push to widen the breach.
The French and German forces renew heavy fighting north of Verdun with heavier German artillery and possible flank attacks. Paris reports repulsed German advances west of Fort Douaumont while Douaumont itself remains under struggle. British actions along the Ypres sector gain attention as 800 yards of trench lines change hands amid ongoing global war fronts. A Bombay dispatch notes Portuguese flag raised on German ships at Mormugao, with crews interned at Panjim.
Paris reports intensified bombardments and attacks north of Verdun by Cherman forces. German troops penetrated Douaumont and attacked Vaux, while French curtain fire and machine gun fire held off further advances. Engaged areas include Malancourt Hiancourt and Lerraine with heavy artillery and hand grenade use.
Detectives advance two theories on the identity of a tall dressed youth who yesterday stole 25000 dollars in jewels from the Dyeker and Co jewelry store in Chicaro. One theory links him to a well known New York jewelry thief. the other suggests he is from a wealthy Chicago family.
Des Moines reports in March that Iowa hardware men at a convention call on Congress to investigate the parcel post. They urge reforms including revised credit methods and standardization of farm equipment distribution.
Joseph Shea of Seymour Indiana was nominated by President Wilcon dus anki sadoy to serve as minister to Chile. He would succeed Henry B Fletcher who was appointed ambassador to Mexico.
London reports state ex-champion Johnson, described as a Negro pugilist, and his wife left for Corunna Spain last night. The record notes he had been ordered to leave England and was expected to sail for South America.
London reports the Admiralty released instructions issued October 20 1915 governing armed merchant ships. They authorize self defense only, forbid interference with other vessels, require fire only under master command, and ban disguise to resemble neutrals. The note cites Hague rules and stresses prudent avoidance of engagement unless attacked. Three monkeys in the Earl of Leicester’s coat of arms relate to a medieval tale.
New York March 6 The American Irish societies including the Ancient Order of Hibernians and United Irish League of America condemn a March 4 demonstration as a violent attack on American neutrality. Resolutions praise Ireland's new democratic rule, note 142000 Irish served at front, and rebuke extremists in America. Patrick Fenn and Dennis J Hanlon issued addresses. 36 Irish societies represented.
Daniel Farnum aged 90 of Centerville after 43 years loses his bid for a 160 acre homestead near Centerville. Judge Elliott dismisses the government suit, ruling it for the benefit of an individual, with potential appeal likely. Farnum has lived on the land since 1873 amid a landmark preemption dispute with Fletcher and other claimants.
Washington reports a preparedness program outline to the House military committee proposing a broad civilian reserve. It envisions reservists from teamsters to civil engineers and aviators, authorized to be mobilized for war and drawn from peace time labor and technical fields.
Walter Hines Page and Mrs. Page lunch with King George and Queen at Buckingham Palace in London on March. The gathering included high royal attendance and signifies strong diplomatic ties during the royal visit.
The Interstate Commerce Commission granted a rehearing today on the eastern railroads proposal to raise rates for grain shipments from the Midwest to Atlantic coast ports for export. The plan, previously disapproved last December, would affect shipments from Wisconsin Iowa Missouri and Kentucky.
At a Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution meeting the Prince of Wales is announced to be initiated into the craft. The disclosure is made by the Duke of Richmond and Gordon, highlighting a long standing link between the royal family and Masonry. Women are urged to patrol English army camps.
Washington report notes the Senate voted 68 to 14 to back President Wilson on submarine warfare policy. Lansing and Bernstorff discussed the likelihood of a diplomatic break, with January talks outlining German responses and the risks to U S prestige abroad.
Washington reports say the Senate defeated the Gore resolution urging Americans to refrain from traveling on armed belligerent ships. Debate referenced diplomacy, potential severing of relations with Germany, and warnings from Secretary Lansing amid submarine warfare changes. Oklahoma criticism noted by opponents as sensational attack.
New York report says General Felix Maz leads a revolutionary drive toward Mexico City and has captured about 40 percent of the Mexican Southern railway center. Detachments under General Higenia Aguilar push northwest from Guanec city, facing only light resistance at Ciudad Cabecullan where a Carranza garrison retreated after an hour and a half fight.
Reports claim a German commerce raider lurks near Virginia and may dash for Newport News or Norfolk. Captain Munkewile of the Hull-mnaular Uner Graveon reported seeing mysterious lights moving westward amid stormy weather off the coast. He believed the lights were not from British cruisers and noted patrol ships’ behavior as nonsecret.
In March 4 interview Nick Reed claims many old line Democrats oppose the so called progressive faction and accuse Wilson supporters of defying party unity. He cites a claim the 80 year old London post office letter check tradition as a comparison.
Washington reports Congress will consider national defense measures soon after House and Senate committees advance army bills. The House plan raises peace strength to about 700000 with 170000 regulars and 425000 national guards plus 100000 volunteers. The bill includes industrial mobilization controls and priority for government orders in war.
The White Star liner Canopic sailing for Italian ports with three Americans in first cabin will be armed at Gibraltar on outward trip and to be unloaded on return. The Crete, sailing between Boston and Mediterranean ports, will also be armed at Gibraltar. notification came from the British admiralty. The Canopic departed from Moston February 2.
Democratic support collapses in parts with only two members against the measure while Gore votes against his own amendment to gain party protection. Bryan Wing of the party leads a split with twelve Republicans voting against sustaining the administration’s position.
The record lists members voting ayes and nays with names such as Ashurst Bankhead Beckham Brandegee Broussard Burleigh Chilton Clarke Arkansas Clark Wyoming Colt Culberson Curtis Dillingham Dupont Fletcher Gore Harding Hardwick Hitchcock Hollis Hughes Hastings James Johnson Maine Johnson South Dakota Kern Lane Lee Maryland Lewis Lodge McLean Martin Martine Myers Nelson Newlands Oliver Overman Owen Page Phelan Pittman Poindexter Pomerone Hansdell Heed Shafroth Sheppard Shields Simmons Smith Arizona Smith Georgia Smith Maryland Smith Michigan Smith South Carolina Sterling Stone Swanson Thomas Thompson Tillman Underwood Vardaman Wadsworth Walsh Warren Weeks Williams and Borah Chamberlain Clapp Cummins Fall Gallinger Grenna Jones La Follette McCumber Norris OGorman Sherman Works.
Washington votes 68 to 14 to table Gore McCumber substitute warning Americans off armed ships of European belligerents. Administration goal met, House set to pick up the issue as President Wilson voices satisfaction. McCumber reintroduces the substitute. Gore votes to table own measure amid party splits and procedural delays.
Senators debated a Gore warning resolution and a substitute on entering war after a German submarine attack. Gore voted to table his own substitute to obtain an expression on the issue. Senator Reed stated opposition to any display that Congress backed the president’s stance.
Senate action looms as House leaders push a vote on an armed ships measure. President Wilson met with Acting Chairman Low to press for a House decision, while foreign affairs and rules committees grapple with a resolution.
Washington March 4 The congressional committee investigating charges by Representative Frank Buchanan against United States District Attorney Marshall may decide today whether to compel disclosure of grand jury minutes. Marshall refuses to surrender the records claiming protection for ongoing secrecy. The dispute centers on labor plots of pro German factions and potential further indictments.
In North Albany yards a rear end collision involving three trains left two expres sengers dead and a third severely injured. A fifth person is believed missing and a tramp among the unearthed wreckage. None of the train crews were seriously hurt.
Chicago reports the death of Mme. Mario Diro Marion a 44 year old former grand opera star who had lived in Chicago for over 25 years. The cause is listed as death at her residence with authorities noting the tragic event.
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