07 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1915
Page
1
From Athens on December 7 reports say fierce fighting rages in northwestern Montenegro while Bulgarians launch a sudden assault on the French army’s right wing, signaling escalated Balkan turmoil.
Dr. Bulgin delivered an able sermon on the reality of hell to a large crowd at the Bulgin tabernacle. Men’s Bible classes across city churches attended, with the big choir and strong musical program, as he urged belief in eternal judgment and warned that hell is a real consequence of sin. The sermon challenged doubts about hell and stressed that only divine grace can alter a sinner.
The recall of Ambassador Bernstorff was described by Germany as a private matter. Secretary Lansing refused to provide public details, signaling a possible diplomatic clash with Germany. Officials warned negotiations in the Lusitania case could be muddled and hoped to avoid a full breach.
President Wilson presents a preparedness message before a joint session urging defense measures and economic readjustment after World War I. He reframes the Monroe doctrine to emphasize cooperation in the western hemisphere and condemns hyphenated Americanism while defending U.S. guardianship of Latin American republics.
Monday night the city council debated a proposed public utilities commission hearing to obtain expert testimony at a daily rate not to exceed 25.00 for each witness. Support came from Strickland Gamble Mullin. opposition from Davis Harris Hitch. The mayor cast the deciding vote in favor. The council also reviewed a lighting company bill of exceptions and discussed peddler licenses, brick street repairs, and sewer work payments.
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Chicago December conference with milling and manufacturing leaders from across the country seeks sweeping tariff changes. B A Eckhart argues current law fails to cover rising admin costs and expanding military expenses. He says war's end may push the U S to be the world's main cash market and urges tariff restructuring to protect workers and stimulate trade.
Samuel N. Bottom proprietor of the Bottom and Company Store on Seminary street underwent an operation for appendicitis Monday afternoon at his home. The operation was successful and his condition was reported very favorable Tuesday afternoon.
Max Palmer a Southern railway engineer formerly of Princeton underwent an appendectomy at a Louisville hospital on Monday. The operation was successful and he is expected to recover.
Jury commissioners worked Tuesday to fill the jury box for the coming year placing about 300 names in the list. The effort prepares for upcoming trials and civic service in the county.
Rome reports that Pope Benedict, opening a secret consistory, urged peace by exchange of views and suggested the Vatican as a meeting place to mobilize church resources to press belligerents toward a settlement. The allocution indicated the papacy could host talks to end the war.
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