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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1915
Page
6
A diffuse mix of menu items from a banquet including fish, fowl, and venison dishes, followed by brief notes on the new polyvalent serum in French hospitals, Marconi wireless messages to German captains, estate administration, and assorted science and industry tidbits from wartime era press.
London reports the Ancona was attacked by a submarine after signaling a halt. Shells hit landing boats, killing and wounding aboard. A total of about 640 people were aboard. 347 survivors were reported in Tunis and Malta, with 27 Americans unaccounted for. Mrs. Cecile L. Griel of New York was among the rescued.
Immigrants aboard the Italian steamer Ancona faced panic when an Austrian submarine surfaced and fired warnings. Passengers, mainly Greek and Italian families bound for the United States, rushed to lifeboats. many were drowned as boats overturned. The incident followed a prior warning and continued shelling as the sub moved in.
Cable transcriptions describe Norway in early November reporting unemployment at 1.1 per vacancy and improved labor conditions over five years. The account shifts to a dramatic wartime incident as a submarine attack forces evacuation and panic aboard a vessel, with women and children among those signaling distress as boats launch and chaos ensues.
British AFL delegate C G Ammons told the 86th AFL convention in San Francisco that the war achieved a long fight by labor for nationalizing railways munitions and medicine and warned democracy must guard itself and oppose diplomacy that could drag America into war.
Michael J. Connor of New York arrived on the American liner St Louis and was barred from landing at Liverpool on October 1. He said he was kept in the ship's brig for five hours and watched by stewards after claiming he was an Irish political suspect. Connor claimed he went to England to look after property and noted prior Ulster interest, suggesting Puritan authorities barred him.
Rotterdam via London reports German casualties from October 10 to November 1 totaling 73 376 in dead and wounded tied to the Champagne fighting. The Courant cites Prussian losses at 2 009 44 to date, not counting Bavarian Wortemburg Saxon and naval losses, with officers and NCOs among the fallen in the Turkish campaigns.
Former President Taft, while visiting Chicago, said he is out of politics and that Elihu Root of New York is the one man who meets the Ames for the presidency. Taft predicted a Republican victory in 1916.
Jefferson City Mo Nov 11 Plans for reorganizing the St. Louis and San Francisco railroad to the Missouri public service commission call for a reduction in capitalization of 29 678 000 or 8 3 percent and a reduction of fixed charges of 47 16 per cent. The Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis line remains unaffected. The plan offers exchange of existing mortgage bonds for new obligations with interest paid only after operating expenses are met.
Bloomington Alabama reports artist Savage, noted as American, aboard the Ancona and set to sail from Naples on the Dante November 12 per advices to his wife. Irena Winter and her Chicago family plan to sail in December.
Mittahurah Pa reports I C H Cahan Jr of the Canadian Car and Foundry company arrived with three members of the imperial Fusasign commission in a special car. They toured major plants to gauge how soon orders could be filled and planned to depart for Dayton Ohio this afternoon.
Reports say first operations for sterilization of mentally unfit were carried out yesterday and last night at the state home for feeble minded. Doctors J W Lowa and John Ziexler oversaw the procedures on patients aged 15 to older, with further operations planned as part of the new program.
A four story brick rope plant of the Roebling company in Trenton was destroyed by a blaze causing about 1 million dollars in damage. The plant produced wire rope for domestic use and war material for Europe but no incendiarism was proven. About 650 workers were affected as other Roebling facilities faced disruption and resets began.
Nov 12 reports via London describe a fierce 29 minute naval clash near Felimarnes in the Baltic. British submain attack on a German squadron is suspected as a loud bombardment shook harbor houses and windows. Weather blocked full details. location lies about 37 miles east of Kiel harbor.
Washington November 12 Republicans in Congress will back President Wilsons national defense plan before the next session. A New York speech by 46 Bla Mannhat tan club last week urged party unity to strengthen the army and navy. Officials view the plan as a move to win support from Republicans and Democrats led by Secretary Bryan. The president hopes to gain backing outside Congress to approve his defense measures.
Chicago reports an acute rail car shortage tied to a bumper crop and heavy grain movement. W Westen of the Chicago Mif & Bt lines cites constrained car supply and rising demand from central and western car service officers, highlighting the strain on shipments.
Fragmentary notes report a chess style contest with moves or rounds described as 199 and references to Sugar, Pen, and Noy. Names and exact actions are unclear but imply a staged match or game sequence.
Athena dispatch reports rumors of consultations between the Greek cabinet and General Dousmania, chief of the general staff. The talks are said to affect the international situation but no confirmation or decisions on dissolving the Greek chamber of deputies are available.
The Interstate Commerce Commission denied Western railroad requests for a reopening of the advance freight rate case. It will separately examine live stock meats and packing house product rates in western territory, with dates to be announced. The move follows prior actions limiting rate increases and sets groundwork for a broader livestock rate inquiry.
London announces a cabinet war committee including Premier Asquith, Balfour, Lloyd George, Churchill, Law, and Reginald McKenna. The list confirms key roles such as first lord of the admiralty and chancellor of the exchequer.
The assassination of Shanghai governor Teeng Ju Cheng is described as not political but the act of a hired assassin hired by the governor according to a semi official statement from Peking. The report notes the motive as personal revenge rather than political aims.
A brief item notes remarks made on November 10 and 11. The report cites unnamed officials discussing local events, plans, and implications for Rome.
Roy Watson 24 was rushed to a Sioux City hospital with two bullet wounds to the head after a claimed assault by Mrs. John Knieffl, farmer's wife 16 miles west of Ponca. Knieffl says Watson attacked her and she fired after being repulsed, with authorities noting no arrest or charges yet.
Rome November 11 report claims Prince von Buelow met for several hours with Jesuit leader Ledochowski in Zurich not, as denied, to discuss peace mediation. A Vatican envoy allegedly sent a detailed report to the pope.
A severe tornado tore through Waucoma Iowa causing extensive damage to a parochial school, residences, barns, and property. The event disrupted the area as residents assess the wreckage and determine losses.
New York November 11. Fraderic Mer, once a key figure in wartime pricing and deals, remains optimistic the conflict could stretch into the coming winter. Reports indicate finance officials and negotiators anticipate continued strain on markets and possible shifts in diplomacy.
German forces retreat west and southwest of Riga as swamps form from heavy rains. Russian lines near the area of Siertorven hold firm with continued fighting. Serbian and Bulgarian actions in the Balkans are reported with cautious troop movements and questions over a sinking incident.
Berlin reports a German army statement that Bulgars and Moravians crossed the mountains south of the Va, taking 4000 Serbians into captivity. The claim notes the action occurred recently with troops advancing through the terrain.
An international dispatch describes Greece planning a larger army and notes Italian movements in Vienna and Col Di Lana. The report mentions 600 000 officers and any implied shifts in Allied or regional power, with reference to Italian military actions and a claimed recapture by a counterattack.
A Berlin dispatch reports the German cruiser Frauvenlub was torpedoed near the Sweden coast. The vessel, displacement about 2.6 thousand tons, was sunk off the coast several days ago.
A sensational confession in a New York court reveals Mellen admitting a plan to crush a rival in the transportation and dining sectors. The trial connects to former directors and the New York Hartford line, with broader implications for the transportation company involved.
Regional notes from the Pacific Directorate report updates on local programs and ongoing projects. Smee is listed among officials providing statements and upcoming actions.
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