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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1915
Page
1
In a House of Lords briefing British war leaders stated Allied forces have advanced in western Poland and near the Niemen and Vistula fronts. Reports describe fierce fighting in the Carpathians with Russian counterattacks repelled and French and British offensives continuing amid harsh weather and strategic pressures.
A British government plan, in cooperation with allies, cuts trade with Germany and restricts goods from German ports and of German origin via neutral ports. Reports claim intensified western fighting with German advances near the French borders and the Argonne. Greek leadership considered aiding Dardanelles expedition. British Admiralty notes losses of Florican Head and Haridate to German submarines.
An Associated Press report from March 7 notes the British Admiralty confirms the destruction of the German cruiser Dresden. The sinking occurred during evening operations as part of ongoing naval actions. The report emphasizes the significant loss to German naval forces and cites Allied accounts of the engagement.
Obituary notes the death of Bishop Fox, longtime Milwaukee church leader, honored by Pope Leo XIII. The funeral in Green Bay drew church officials and mourners while notes mention his domestic prelature and service to Archbishop Wes.
Funeral services are planned in Green Bay for a person whose name appears garbled in the notice. The ceremony will take place at noon with a burial at a designated cathedral scene.
Aviators doubt Beachey’s latest flight with his new machine, fearing he aimed too high. Reports suggest observers believe the stunt exceeded safe limits as the daring flyer faced potential peril during a trial.
Fragmentary text describes a hospital recovery and a missing or distant figure. Neighbors suggest someone was away and not at home, with references to an employ telephone company and a disrupted scene. No verifiable names, places, or dates present.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a report on Italy and Austria parting ways at the time of German and Austrian diplomacy, mentioning concessions and a proceeding under Prince von Buelow. The text is incomplete but suggests a tense diplomatic moment between Italy, Austria, and German leadership.
Two men named Henson and Roof were struck by a train while in Milwaukee in a search for work. Both men suffered injuries described as minor, with one friend reportedly near the scene.
The report indicates Harry K Thaw’s March return to New Hampshire and remand to the Tombs under sheriff custody while awaiting ongoing legal proceedings. A treasury and attorney general dispute over transfer to Matteawan is noted.
A freight train collision near Wadsworth injures two crew members and damages a motor car after a derailment. The Northwestern Wisconsin company pair were among those listed in the incident. emergency crews responded and investigations began.
A discussion before a Senate committee centers on press freedom and federal oversight. Editors argue against government interference and point to investigations that threaten independent reporting. The piece critiques a perceived "net" over the press and calls for safeguarding journalistic autonomy.
The article notes offers made at a Sunday gathering to be distributed among employees. A Western publication also received a communication regarding the matter, with commentary from a Milwaukee correspondent.
An unclear draft mentions Sug and reservation and a presenbtion. It notes no one at the plant is authorized to speak for Mr. Steiger in his absence and references rules and a dine sary heard, with terse, unverified remarks.
In Winnebago County many applicants sought the post at a sanitary institution. The trustees have not selected a physician yet. The meeting discussed candidates and timing for the appointment.
Revered church leaders mourn the sudden death of Bishop J. 3, delivering shock to congregations and admirers across denominations. Priests and laity alike express sorrow as funeral notices outline prayers and rites for his legacy.
Death reported for Frank Reif at around sixty years old following a fatal incident during a wartime event. Officials listed his age as about sixty and noted the circumstances involved a battle situation.
The Supreme Court announced a brief recess after sessions on March 22. It will reconvene on April 5 following the March term activities.
City clerk Witzel suffers a gut illness while Ty is listed by Vepart onto Pere Tek, according to local notes. Officials report no further details on cause or duration. The scene centers on administrative changes tied to Pere Tek.
Workers walkout in Cincinnati as union men protest a five cent per hour raise offer. Master refuses pay hike, triggering a strike today.
The article reports Carranza opening a Mexican port to export goods to the United States, amid U S concerns over foreign treatment in Mexico. President Wilson responds with a firm note urging safe conduct for foreigners and protection of lives.
Weather bulletin from local forecaster Palmer of Congress notes likely new flurries tonight and into Tuesday across Wisconsin. Slightly colder conditions. low temperatures near dawn and morning readings around a few inches of snow possible.
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