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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1916
Page
1
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A compact notice for Fowler's Barber Shop advertising its location next to the bowling alley. The item reads like a vintage classifieds entry inviting customers to visit for high quality barber services.
Washington March 17 President Wilson has obtained further assurances from General Carranza that the de facto government accepts the American expedition after Villa. Carranza has sent Consul Silliman additional expressions of confidence and willingness to cooperate in the pursuit.
Pancho Villa arrives with lightly equipped cavalry in San Buena Venture mountains. Pershing’s main expedition moves 12–15 miles daily through Chihuahua as Villa fragments his force. Mormon scouts aid Pershing while Dublan colonists near Persons, and El Paso Mormons push a relief train toward the border amid Carranza guards.
Forces led by General Funston advance deeper into the Chihuahua desert pursuing Villa as air squadrons sweep vast areas. Pershing reports no casualties or fighting yet two days into Mexico, with Carranza scouts aiding the column and debates over their numbers and placement at Las Palomas.
President Wilson signed the joint resolution at 10 30 today after it passed both houses calling for recruiting the army to full war strength. The order went into effect immediately.
The senate adopted a resolution stating the punitive expedition aimed at Villa will not become intervention and will not encroach on the sovereignty of the de facto Mexican government.
Mexican forces burned a bridge on the Mexico Northwestern railway near San Pedro delaying the rescue of several hundred American Mormon colonists in Chihuahua. The action occurred as authorities pursue efforts to reach the stranded settlers amid ongoing unrest.
Relatives and friends of Andrew Maxam of this city fear for his safety as rumors of Carranza troops entrenching near the border at Douglas Arizona spread. Maxam owns a ranch miles from Douglas and locals urge him to leave the area amid anxious speculation of a Mexican uprising.
Congress opened work on national defense legislation. The House debated the army bill while the Senate launched action as Senator Chamberlain reported his measure from committee and planned Monday consideration. Chairman Hay urged unity and framed the bill as reasonable amid partisan opposition.
Dr. Helfferich, German finance secretary, charges enemy agents spread false rumors to hinder the fourth war loan subscriptions. He cites Verdun as a rallying point and calls on the home front to contribute. He notes Germany’s public debt has nearly doubled, yet remains better than ally harshities.
Will Smith, aged 61, longtime ferryman at Cunningham's ferry in Patoka Indiana, died Friday morning after a two week pneumonia illness. He was son of James and Sarah Ann Smith, survived by eleven children, a brother James Smith and sister Mrs ee Gase. The Smith family had lived in Sedan at the ferry for three years. funeral arrangements awaited the arrival of several children.
The United States Public Health Service notes malaria affects four percent of residents in parts of the South. The report, covering the past 18 months, cites a troubling number of cases and warns of continuing risk in New Orleans and surrounding areas.
In South Bend Indiana on Saturday March 17 friends of the late senator may view the body from 10 AM to 1 PM at the residence. Mrs Shively requests all friends in Indiana share the viewing. The funeral service will be private at 2 PM officiated by Rev A Lippincott. A congressional committee train from Washington arrived Friday noon.
Mrs William Calinback and Mrs John Gotitad hosted St Patrick’s events at their homes on Friday with greenery and music. Little Pauline Clark and Misses Lou Davis Ada Mason hosted sewing and needlework parties. The Loyal Daughters and Ladies of the B through L held gatherings with luncheon, refreshments, songs, and games. About seventy five guests attended events at Miss Oar Ery’s home.
Dutch officers told The Hague that the Tubantia was torpedoed after seeing a wake just before impact. One boat with 15 aboard is missing and feared lost according to an official admiralty statement. Berlin says France repulsed two attacks on Dead Man’s Hill with prisoners taken.
Dispatches from Rome report bombs discovered beneath the Bulgarian royal palace in Sofia. The Rome dispatch claims a military revolt is imminent as the population grows restless, signaling heightened instability in Bulgaria.
The Rev E G Hildner recovering from a serious illness plans to attend a single service at 2 PM Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church. Physicians advise against overtaxing his strength as he slowly returns to normal activity.
Bloomington hosts the Indiana state meet as 16 high school squads including Crawfordsville Lebanon Marting ville Bloomington Kokomo Cicera Elkhart Liberty Seymour Brookville and Valparaiso begin first round play. Contestants foresee tough picks with several teams flagged as contenders amid uncertain early results.
Indianapolis March 17 Will Hays accepted the chairmanship of the Republican State Committee and announced he would not run for the United States Senate saying it is his duty to lead the organization. The move opens the way for James E. Watson to seek the seat vacated by the death of Senator Shively.
Mrs. Harry McVey, with her daughter Miss Gertrude and Miss Lillie Davis, spent Thursday in Huntingburg with friends.
The statement claims that anyone who forms a habit of redoing advertisements will surely benefit. It asserts a positive outcome without citing specific individuals, organizations, or events.
Few Shamrocks were seen today in Princeton as St Patrick's Day was celebrated by those who wore green while others passed on the custom. The general observance appears to be fading though marked by religiously inclined individuals.
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