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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
2
The latest message centers on humanity as the keynote, with strong emphasis that it supersedes property rights or commercial privilege. The document, sharply reiterated, is the one Bryan refused to sign.
The note from Secretary of State Lansing to Berlin in June 1915 stresses that the United States will not abandon any part of the open sea and will protect neutrals. It discusses German claims about Lusitania and other sinkings, reiterates neutrality duties, and asserts America’s intent to enforce laws while seeking full information on attacks on neutral ships.
A garbled passage presents assorted phrases about aviation, courtship, recovery, singing tones, education, and finance. It juxtaposes remarks on opening doors to courtship, taxes, fish as brain food, and ground rent systems with disjointed dialogue and stray observations.
The sedate city of Elizabeth New Jersey weighs speed limits for baby go carts as authorities face a push and fall. Across town debates on finances and marriages reflect broader social strains. A quip on brains, personality, and the value of a husband closes the piece.
Secretary of State Robert Lansing reiterates U S plea for humane conduct at sea after torpedoing of neutral and American ships. He insists Germany must safeguard noncombatants and honor international law, urging assurances and discussing partial accommodation to mitigate modern warfare’s toll.
A collage of quips from the Dallas News laments rowboat mishaps with a trunk to illustrate uphill rowing. It jokes that wealth buys no need for appearances and weighs in on love, aging, and fashion under a free country view. Royal attire and wartime humor mingle.
German papers react to the American note with mixed views. Some press for possible negotiations on a new basis, while others reject any shift from prior policies, citing Germany's rights and Lusitania and submarine warfare. Count Reventlow warns no agreement if Wilson does not recognize the war zone.
London reports say four killed and about seventy injured at hospitals after a Zeppelin raid. Officials note no bombs were dropped by the aircraft and the number of airships involved remains unclear as spectators saw only one craft. Government editors restrict details to prevent aiding future raids.
Arthur L Visser married Myrtle Mush to satisfy a will clause that he inherit £18. The will, made by Visser's deceased father, required the marriage by September 1.
Berlin reports Baron Ernst son of Prince Ernst of Saxe Meiningen, aged 1% years, listed among recent war casualties. The page confirms his death in combat and notes his royal lineage.
Ian Alva B. Johnson, president of Baldwin Locomotive Works, said a cable from the Russian government awarded a contract for 251 locomotives worth 40 000 dollars. The message confirms the sale and value of the order.
The arbitration of the Chicago carpenters strike involving 16,000 union members has begun, with building operations tied up since April 1.
Washington report by Joseph E. Davies, commissioner of corporations, argues for more uniform state laws on competition. It notes differences in treatment of trusts and monopolies between the United States and some foreign countries while praising current federal laws as satisfactory.
Gov Arthur Capper tells Kansas Christian Endeavor Union delegates in Herrington to stand solidly behind President Wilson and his international policy at the state convention.
Denver juvenile court Judge Ben B. Lindsey is cited for contempt by District Attorney John Rush. Judge John Perry has ordered Lindsey to appear before him.
Washington report of Bryan's appeal to Americans on the Wilson notes to Germany. He resigns as secretary of state rather than share responsibility, argues force versus persuasion, warns the old system risks war, and calls for permanent peace through negotiation and brotherhood. The piece frames Bryan's stance amid the U.S. stance on Germany and the war’s root causes.
Roque Gonzalez Garza was deposed as head of the Villa-Zapata government in Mexico City by the convention. Lagos Chazaro, a Chihuahua Villa delegate, was elevated to provisional president. he is a civilian who previously governed Vera Cruz under Madero. Obregon, Carranza’s commander, reportedly wounded in action at Leon.
The piece reflects on marital dynamics and vanity with wry remarks about a man’s wife greeting him at home and a cheerful liar who boasts about giving his wife money. It notes the paradox of underdogs turning hostile when helped and comments on costs beyond a wife’s beauty, via Cincinnati Enquirer satire.
A group of New York women promise to build a line of support by raising two hundred fifty nine thousand dollars for newsboys. The effort aims to improve the lives of child delivery workers through fundraising and community action.
A dialogue about dogs as protection shows disbelief that a guard dog deters thieves and notes personal losses. The speaker claims three dogs have failed to deter crime. The piece reflects skepticism about using animals for security and cites other quotes on cost of living.
A quirky clipping notes Grove City Pennsylvania has no jail saloon dance hall or poolroom and never had a police officer The piece muses that the town’s truth would reveal a donkeys ears over its family tree and jokes that a man buying his first automobile may need a rubber hat more than tires The tone is wry and observational about small town life and habits.
German actions report new sinkings including the Swedish steamer Otago torpedoed near Hull with 16 crew saved in Tyne. Russian war office claims victory near Zurawana on the Dniester as Austro German forces retreat. Serbia occupies Tirana and advances toward Durazzo as reports of Balkan fronts expand.
Vienna reports that in the Italian war theater all Italian attacks on all fronts were repulsed. Zeppelins sink two British fishing smacks Welfare and Laurentina near Maassluis Holland in the North Sea.
State Department officials said two months of data gathering exist to back a new note to Great Britain about interruptions to American commerce by British naval actions. No transmission date is set. Britain has not replied to the last note on Orders in Council, and a reply may wait until the U S Germany situation settles. The note could go forward on completion regardless of Berlin talks.
Panama sentences Fernando Castro brother in law of President Porras to 25 days in jail and a $25 fine for an unprovoked attack on a United States Army sergeant. Castro, a Costa Rican, has long been known in Panama for anti American views.
The Mineral Bank shut its doors in Webb City, Missouri, suspending business. Depositors will be paid subject to approval by the state bank commissioners who arrived. A. J. MeIntorff served as president and T. Bunce as cashier of the defunct institution.
The will of John R. Lind fren, a Chicago banker who died April 29, 1915, is filed. It leaves half of the 1,000 estate to Northwestern University and divides the remainder equally between the Methodist General Missionary Society and the Church Extension Society, totaling 1,050,000.
Sofia and Servian troops have occupied the city of El Bassan in Albania and push westward along the Scumbi River toward the Adriatic. The advance guard remains under 30 miles from the sea, signaling rapid progress in the campaign.
The Dutch government asked parliament to approve a $6,000,000 appropriation for two cruisers and four submarines, signaling a push to expand naval strength.
The mangled body of Douglas H. Thomas Jr. son of Douglas H. Thomas president of Merchants Mechanics National Bank of Baltimore was found beneath his overturned automobile near Roland Park in Baltimore.
Springfield reports the Illinois state senate defeats the bill to abolish capital punishment by an 18 to 2 vote. Gov Dunne urged enactment of the measure as the legislature closes debate on the contentious issue.
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