19 Mar 1915
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1915
Page
1
Disjointed notes recount ongoing actions across the war theater. Reports claim German and Turkish maneuvers with Allied responses near Dardanelles and Crete coastlines, plus British naval strikes and a plan to mobilize women for war work.
Werner Horn, charged with illegal interstate transportation of explosives, is held for removal to Boston after a Bangor hearing on the attempted wreck of the International Bridge at Vanceboro. The case centers on whether Horn, a German belligerent, is subject to U.S. laws and if extradition to Boston is warranted.
The report outlines cross examination in which defense contends three Terre Haute residents faced prior convictions for ammonit and water violations. Clark testified these were past convictions before Mayor Donn M. Roberts accused of handling a slush fund for the eighth ward. The defense notes no convictions since Roberts became mayor.
The American steamer Maracas is detained at Kirkwall after departing New York February 22 with packing house goods bound for Rotterdam and Copenhagen. A formal protest will be filed with the British government by Ambassador Page under the State Department.
Reports from Associated Press say Russian forces have penetrated East Prussia to within twelve miles of the port of Memel and have entered Meme according to Berlin. German strategy shifts toward the south bank of the Vistula as their thrust near Warsaw wanes with no renewed attack along the Bzura line.
The French government states it has taken measures to protect French citizens in Mexico against coercive demands and disturbances without meddling in Mexican politics. French detachments previously serving in the Gulf of Mexico are reassigned to ensure protection as unrest intensifies and authorities respond to mob actions threatening French interests.
Letters from Jack Johnson in Chicago reveal Homesick notes as he awaits approval to visit a hunger relief camp. United States Attorney Clyne comments on Johnson’s situation amid ongoing legal pressure. In New York, Siex Molla Sjurstedt defends her Norwegian title by defeating Miss Marie Wagner 6-4 6-4 in the Women’s National Tennis Championship.
An Associated Press summary recalls a Zeppelin raid on Calais where seven people were killed by falling bombs. French defenses fired searchlights to spot the airship but the craft remained high above cloud banks for a time before coming into view and being pursued by artillery. The intruder reportedly dropped several bombs, missing its targeted mallway.
A condensed summary of a report by the Industrial Commission led by chief statistician Downes, detailing flaws in old age poverty policies. It notes seven main funding sources, cites childless parents and limited aid from offspring, and discusses how modern life demands new approaches beyond traditional welfare.
The commission promoted men to new posts as the organization advances. Commissioner Davies appoints a secretary in the Corporations area, while Mr Jones remains not a candidate for the top post.
Unclear text notes a rabbi speaking at a venue in Milwaukee focusing on special motivations or apocalyptic themes. The fragment mentions Lees Kaew Jevren and Coctellan Apocalsp as possibly misread names. No clear date or organization provided.
AP reports March updates on Belgium relief, detailing contributions from Great Britain New Zealand Australia Canada Spain and Italy. The piece notes varying aid levels and commentary on relief workers and struggling citizens awaiting support.
Associates Press reports Kafera brothers from Chiac arrive first in doubles with a score of 1237 at the tournament. The day features morning rounds and a string of notable performances as teams contend for top honors.
Special to The Northwest, Mileanker reports in a terse notice that an appraisal of the late Menge Pawling estate, Panbra and Harmschiezer manufacturers, is underway. The counts court trades show a will detailing real estate worth about 2,000 and personal belongings valued at 2,500, with conditions for the estate sale.
At a Western railroad freight case hearing before Interstate Commerce Commissioner WIMM, Danels accused railroads of withholding witnesses while S H Cowan for shippers opposed a proposed 2 percent per hundredweight cattle rate increase. Cottons and grain shipment terms were discussed as witnesses debated freight policy and penalties.
A brief Milwaukee report notes a man and his wife pleading guilty to charges outlined in a count list. Details of the evidence and the photographer’s material were referenced, with the case tied to federal authority and state procedures.
Five bankers and banking companies were indicted today in Toledo on multiple counts under state anti trust laws. The grand jury accused them of violating the anti trust statute during the period under investigation.
State Attorney Homer Cummings presented closing arguments in the manslaughter case of Helen J Angle charged with causing Waldo Ballou’s death in Stamford last June. He argued Ballou was forced down stairs during a dispute at the Rip/ Form building and that verdicts could include guilty as charged or guilty of assault or not guilty of assault.
The Internal Revenue Service issued a ruling clarifying stamps on newspaper shipments under the emergency revenue act. It states a single stamp suffices when a shipment is consigned to one destination, with carrier billing details and separate consignments to differend destinations to be noted.
Reports warn of violence in Armenia with claimed casualties among civilians as fighting intensifies. The dispatch notes upheaval across towns, describing widespread disruption and displacement amid ongoing military actions.
Local district records suggest Hugh Ryan faces scrutiny regarding a questionable act linked to a mare event. Officials and residents weigh the implications as investigations continue into the case and its impact on the community.
Special to The Northwestern Milwaukee Kok was charged with murdering his wife and was found not guilty by Judge Turner’s branch circuit court at 1 a.m. after jurors deliberated for eighteen hours.
Madison March 19 Fond du Lac pushes to move the Wisconsin State Fair to Fond du Lac after a business group offered a permanent site with access to 65 trains daily. The push accompanies legislative actions including a rail oversight bill and other policy moves in a busy session.
The Michigan case seeks to block enforcement actions in Detroit and nearby areas. The writ petition requests the federal Supreme Court to issue an injunction stopping enforcement until further order. The filing was made Monday by a group linked to Detroit authorities and affiliated parties in Washington.
A troubled OCR fragment mentions Adventist leaders meeting in Illinois and a person named Severth Des, with unclear context. The readable parts suggest a formal gathering or conference. Further readable details are insufficient to specify dates or outcomes.
Pair ast colder trends foreseen as sun bun day car rises. March 19 20 point forecast shows a 73.02 degree reading for Wiecenste gearfalls with fair sight. Saturday expected colder with night temperatures dropping as local observations track time and temperature.
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