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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 15, 1915
Page
1
In Rome on May 14 Premier Salandra has summoned his ministers who are now meeting to decide on the current crisis with Austria.
Paris reports on May 14 that French forces on the Western Front hold positions amid difficult ground near Arras. Offensive actions resume north of Arras while near Angres and Notre Dame de Lorette slopes are cleared. Germans briefly gain a footing at Wood of Ailly but are repelled by counter attacks.
William Angle reports Eastern Canada looks prosperous with farmers thriving and business strong. He notes the prairies show a downturn, but Prince Rupert appears brighter than any point west of the Lakes. Mrs Angle is back in the city, and Angle plans to stay.
Officials report Italy preparing to join the war in short order. American diplomats in Europe say a decision may come within days and Italy plans to use American embassies in Vienna Berlin and Constantinople to manage its diplomatic affairs. Morgenthau would handle additional foreign interests alongside Britain and France.
Washington reports President Wilson presented a note to the German Embassy condemning the Lusitania attack and other sea rights violations. It asks Germany to disavow the submarine commander actions and provide reparations while warning of defense of American rights if Germany fails to comply.
Indirect city messages suggest W Mathieson formerly of this city has been killed in the war. He was an excellent shot and left the area early in the conflict.
H S Clements has been nominated at a Conservative nominating convention in Courtenay to contest the Comox Alberni riding for federal House representation. Delegates from Comox Alberni Richmond supported a 40 40 16 representation, with Mr John B Williamson presiding. Clements thanked the delegates and noted his surprise at the honor as a recurring nomination.
Dick Latie an Indian prisoner sentenced four months for larceny briefly tasted freedom after disappearing while cleaning government offices. He hid in a brush and later took shelter at a totalan’s house before being found and handcuffed at 4 am by Chief Minty and constables.
Phil Macdonald of this city reports his Kamloops enlistment nephew Pte. H. J. Macdonald wounded in action with the Fifth Regiment. Details on injury not provided.
Victoria B C May 14 Further lumber exhibits have been dispatched to foreign markets under orders from the Minister of Lands The aim is to show a comprehensive range of British Columbia woods in natural and finished states for overseas buyers Canadian Trade Commissioners in London Birmingham Manchester Bristol Glasgow Paris Yokohama Osaka Auckland Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Cape Town Johannesburg and Buenos Ayres will oversee the exhibits Each display includes full information inviting further inquiries by the Forest Branch to connect overseas importers with BC mills Similar exhibits will be shown in Winnipeg Ottawa Montreal and other prairie and eastern centers to inform buyers
Premier Roblin of Manitoba resigned with his cabinet and urged calling upon the leader of the opposition to assume control. He cited late session accusations of overpayments in the parliament buildings project and noted a royal commission has been appointed. The government predicts delays and explains that a department inquiry followed, with evidence and contractor counsel statements guiding proposed adjustments between the province and the contractor.
Petrograd reports that in Shaveli region fighting favors Russia as Austrian forces retreat from a fortified line from the Bistriza to the Romanian frontier. Russians advance toward the San river line while cavalry disrupts retreating columns and pursuit continues.
London May 14. The internment began in London today for over 40 600 Germans Austrians and Turks. Men women and children of military age are being deported to places of comparative isolation. Authorities struggle to control crowds while protecting the foreign population as far as possible.
Coast League games saw Vancouver edging Spokane 6 to 4 and Tacoma 4 across Aberdeen 0. Vittoria Seattle was postponed due to rain. National League tallies include Chicago 19 over Brooklyn 4 and Philadelphia 4 over St. Louis 5. American League had no games scheduled.
Miss Kathleen Dunsmuir daughter of James Dunsmuir writes from France about running a motor kitchen near the front. She details feeding soldiers and prisoners, sending hot chocolate and buns at dawn, aiding wounded, and visiting Canadian troops in hospitals while planning weekly talks to lift morale.
Hospital board discussed continuing ticket system for a trial period as tickets are not widely used. Some directors favored discontinuation if interest remains low, while others urged a short extension to gauge demand. If little response emerges in coming weeks, the system may be ended.
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