23 May 1915
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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1915
Page
1
A violent crisis appears imminent as reports of fighting in Ari remain absent while the king’s proclamation reaches officials. The situation is evolving with no confirmed clashes reported yet, fueling tension across authorities awaiting further updates.
A Syracuse jury, after 11 hours of debate, returned a verdict in favor of Theodore Roosevelt. The decision means the jury found Roosevelt’s charges true, denying Barnes any damages. The vote began 9 to 3 for Roosevelt, with forty ballots cast in all. Roosevelt told the jurors that the verdict was a typical American result.
Barnes counsel announced on May 22 that they will appeal the Roosevelt libel case, signaling continuation of the legal dispute between Barnes and Roosevelt with further proceedings anticipated.
In Waco on May 22 N B Oakes shot and killed T H Lankford in a picture theater. Lankford had killed Oakes son last June, escalating a grudge between the families.
The United Hatters convention refuses to raise 285000 dollars to satisfy the Supreme Court affirmed judgment in the Danbury hatters case. The union will assist individuals who must pay the fine.
Washington May 22 John D Rockefeller and Frank Walsh argued over Rockefeller's stance on using force against police officers. Rockefeller said he would use force only in cases where a court would justify it, indicating careful limits on his position.
Chicago May 22 Tomorrow is Dry Chicago Sunday in churches of Chicago. Preachers from various denominations will deliver sermons on ending the liquor traffic. The slogan opposes the saloon and calls for ballots and thousands of votes to wage effective warfare against alcohol.
Harrisburg May 22 Arguments set for Monday in the Supreme Court on appeals from Judge Kunkel's ruling that the state tax on anthracite is valid. More than $6 million in back taxes could be due if the 1913 law is upheld. Cases include Alden, St Clair, and Plymouth coal firms. The decision hinges on legality of the tax and sums withheld from estates.
Rome reports a royal proclamation urging citizens to fulfill duties for victory as crowds gather on Capitoline Hill. The king embraces the national standard, signaling unified resolve. Reports say Austrians concentrate on upper Adige river. war may begin without formal declaration.
London reports a major fighting along a sixty mile front in the Hast where Russians hold gains on both flanks and center near the San river. Petrograd despatches say Russians have checked the Germans at the center, shaping the outcome of the battle.
London reports that on May 19 allied forces made a sizable assault on the southern Gallipoli peninsula. Turkish counterattacks the night of May 18 against Australian positions left about 2,000 dead and 5,000 wounded or taken prisoner.
New York May 22 records show Anton Kuepferle who committed suicide in London while on trial for espionage later became a United States citizen in 1912.
Paris reports the official statement that French forces repelled German assaults last night to retake the final portion of the Lorette heights captured by France yesterday. The French drive in that sector continues to advance today.
Washington on May 22 the announcement accredited to Count von Bernstorff yesterday that Switzerland had already taken over German diplomatic interests in Italy was in correct.
Berehaven Iceland May 22 Great Britain reports a German submarine sank the sailing vessel Glenholm last night. The crew were saved by rescue efforts.
In New York on May 22 more than 2,500 passengers are booked to sail for Europe on five steamers. The American liner St Paul carries 750 passengers, including 100 Americans.
Paris dispatch reports the Austrian army's right wing in Bukovina is retreating toward the Carpathians as World War I action continues. The Bucharest despatch notes movements indicating strategic withdrawal in the region.
A delegation of eighteen Chinese businessmen touring America as guests of the government will sail aboard the Isis tomorrow to Mount Vernon to visit George Washington's tomb. The merchants seek to honor the heroism of the American founder, a well known chapter in Chinese history.
Chicago May 22 The American Flag Day Association holds a national convention with patriotic leaders promoting the adoption of Flag Day June 14. The June 14, 1777 resolution created a flag with 13 red and white stripes and 1% stars on a blue field. The group aims to spread observance nationwide this year.
At Carlisle on May 22 a three train collision killed fifty and left about four hundred injured. A troop train collided with a local, then an express crashed into the wreckage. Flames and heat trapped many victims before firefighters reached the scene.
In Washington on May 22 a daughter was born to Secretary and Mrs McAdoo. The newborn will be named Ellen Wilson McAdoo in honor of the late grandmother Mrs Woodrow Wilson.
Austin Texas May 22 the senate could not act on the Gibson bill this morning. Friends of the bill were absent leaving the senate without a quorum. The body was three short of a quorum and many absentees were believed to be out of town.
Commencement exercises at Concordia College Moorhead begin tomorrow and run through Friday with the largest class in the college's history set to graduate. Rev. W Krausaar of Aberdeen SD will deliver the commencement address.
Grand Rapids Mich May 22 The Wisconsin Valley baseball league will open its season tomorrow Sunday with Merrill at Grand Rapids and Stevens Point at Wausau. The four team circuit has generous backing and a successful season is looked for.
At the close of business May 1 1915 the Laredo National Bank rendered its condensed statement to the Comptroller of the Currency. Resources include furniture and fixtures real estate United States bonds totaling 1 423 617 78. Liabilities list capital M Alexander 100 000.00 100 000.01 101 143.69 100 000.00 Vice President M W Brown Cashier.
Jersey City May 22 Chief of Police Frank Monahan suspended by city commissioners on drunkenness charges will be heard Monday. The accusations state he drank in New York after a dinner and then purchased drinks on Sunday in Jersey City saloons in violation of the law.
Ithaca May 22 Cornell students staged a full sized circus with side shows and freaks to raise money for the college athletic fund. Famous athletes performed various stunts and will repeat tonight if Cornell defeats Harvard in the annual boat race this afternoon.
In New York on May 22, the bodies of Charles Frohman and several other American victims from the Lusitania disaster are due to reach port aboard the steamship New York. The Frohman funeral is set for Tuesday, with theaters nationwide and in England suspending operations.
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