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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1915
Page
1
Allied and axis forces monitor rising tensions as Serbia and Greece prepare actions amid Austro German troop movements near Hungary Romania and Serbia. Berlin notes possible Balkan unity while Petrograd reports cautious optimism as eastern fronts brace for renewed battles along the Dvina and Narew corridors.
Advancements by German forces reported near Brest Litovsk and Brest-Litovsk fortifications. Russians suffer defeats near Lesyce and Miedzryzec with German pursuit east of Loesce. Baltic area actions, Balkan developments, and air and naval events noted. Prisoners taken exceed 7,000 with continued German pressure along the Bug and Narew rivers.
A report by Anthony Matt, national secretary, at the American Federation of Catholic Societies convention calls for a federation resolution urging Europe’s peace and universal Catholic participation. It notes Pope Benedict granted a benediction, outlines censorship efforts against indecent theatre and films, and cites a Boston archdiocese federation as the strongest with one million Catholics. Delegates opened with high mass and plan immigration talks led by Sidenburg, Fay, and Kelley.
Washington Aug 16 American Consul reports Carranza rejects blockage of a Latin American peace conference. Generals pledge support while U S appeals for a conference, with officials undecided on public release. Report notes Vera Cruz bishop release and border bandit activity as regional tensions rise.
An Associated Press dispatch from Galveston notes alarming readings as a tropical disturbance east of the port brings destructive winds. The storm’s velocity and barometric pressure are described, with warnings to watch coastal conditions along the seawall and harbor.
A garbled OCR fragment references police, forms, and a morning delivery at a registry office. It mentions hesitation toward capture, a person with a hand injury, and a tense event near a residence or registry. Details are unclear due to corruption.
Unclear text reports Romania facing higher grain prices due to recent export policy shifts. Mentions authorities and foreign demand, with references to corn hay and peas, and possible effects on supply and duties.
Delegates from many hotels convened with Milwau kee officials and Chief of Police John T. Sanssen in a cabaret style event. The meeting included entertainment and discussions about association orders and main topics raised by attendees.
Aug 16 report notes death of former Kansas City mayor J W Harper amid terse obituary lines.(Readable fragments focus on his public service and the sudden notice to readers.)
A garbled report notes Rose Schmidt from Milweuker home August 3, later connected to a relative's address in T, and she was picked up earlier today. Details remain unclear due to text errors.
The storm struck Roeleck this afternoon as yachts on Lake Winnebago faced a severe gale. Sailors on board the Claex A rachis reported an uncomfortable experience as the lake grew rough and boats tossed amid the first triangular course. Crews pulled in canvas quickly while Stepa were taken to secure gear and prevent damage.
Toledo stove plant workers including molders stove mounters and polishers returned to work today ending a five week strike after differences were settled.
Robbers force entry to a fashionable south side home and steal jewels worth possibly thousands. A witness reported a disguise and quick escape, while a resident was left injured and shaken as police pursued leads with little success.
The Atlantic disturbance moves toward the Texas coast with warnings from Galveston to Houston. Reports indicate fear and preparations as tides rise and rains threaten eastern Texas and western Florida, with wind and storm conditions expected to intensify.
J P Morgan arrives at his office amid a tense scene as detectives monitor the entrance. Morgan shows full recovery from the bullet wound and exits with a firm step after the visit, while accompanying staff and guards maintain presence.
William P. Herring, noted wallpaper manufacturer, died aged seventy in this city. He recently made a will detailing a fortune near one million dollars to fund the founding of Herrings University to be situated here.
An increase in wages for all employees of the Autlantic Refining company, formerly a Standard Oil subsidiary, was announced. The uplift applies to workers at Franklin, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia plants with a base advance of 1 cent per hour.
Paris reports intermittent cannonading last night near Lyncher and the plateau of Nouvron in the Aisne region. Brigades engaged near Gueunevieres and Vusxes, with a trench espionage success allowing capture of two prisoners and two machine guns.
English pound sterling sank to $4.64, the lowest since New York became a financial center, amid a broad collapse of foreign exchange. Franks fell to about 16 2 3 cents as American manufacturers' demand for payments abroad intensified the crisis.
A New York Soldier Major Jonny Purroy Michel, Philadelphia’s George Wharton Pepper, and Robert L. Bacon Jr. posted solid rifle scores at the military instruction camp in Plattsburg. The event featured amateur soldiers failing to hit targets at first, then improving as squads fired five shots per man in prone positions during a 20 verdé drill.
Fifteen members of the American mission in Van have arrived in Tiflis. Consul Smith reports one member died before departure and another is dangerously ill. The group, broken and convalescent, lacks proper clothing as they reach safety.
Sylvia Pankhurst, noted militant suffragist, refuses to register with the national registry. She declares she will not register as part of a broader protest amid East London suffrage bakers and militants. The exchange references munitions workers and potential unrest, with women demanding better conditions and efforts to influence soldiers’ pay.
Associated Press reports a fire early today destroyed the surface works of the Springfield Cooperative Coal Company. The loss was estimated at 360,000. Mine manager Peter Fegan and Jerry seen escaped via the escapement from the main shaft, reaching the stables before the fire reached the mine.
By Associated Press Washington August 16 Attorney General Gregory authorized US Attorney Neeley of Tallahassee to hire an interpreter for tomorrow’s hearing of Walter Ortolph on a charge of violating the federal statute against disclosure of national defense secrets. The case centers on Ortolph allegedly obtaining defense information and the Justice Department shows strong interest.
In breezy conditions on Lake, Mistral II won Class B after a tight duel with Tar Baby and Adelaide White Bear, with Wind Flower of Minnetonka repeating victory in Class C. Typhoon and Elizabeth grappled for position, while Freckle and Katrina chased in the early stages. results show strong performances by Pine Lake, White Bear, Minnetonka, and Oshkosh boats amid shifting winds and strategic tackes.
Washington August 16 President Wilson cancels tomorrow's regular cabinet meeting due to other business. He had planned to see Daniels and Rear Admiral Benson today on national defenses but postpones. Secretary Garrison and Daniels have not completed reports on national defense, and officials urge rest. indications are he may stay in Washington for now.
The Associated Press reports midshipmen Ralph M. Neilsen and Charles M. Gle were dismissed from duty following the court investigation into a campus scandal at the naval academy. The decision reflects the approved findings and recommendations, with the public noting a general complaint about perceived insufficiency of accountability.
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