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Newspaper
Reno Evening Gazette
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
1
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Reports from Admiral Jellicoe describe the sinking of the British cruiser Hampshire after hitting a German mine near the Orkneys. Survivors are unconfirmed and bodies have been recovered as search efforts continue along the coast. A wartime council met in London after the disaster to discuss next steps.
A clash near Monte Christy yesterday left rebels repelled by American forces under Rear Admiral Caperton. About 200 Marines and aides reinforced the command post as casualties were reported on both sides. The engagement occurred as tensions in Sam Domino escalated with rebel activity.
Three men died and two were injured when Denver & Rio Grande train No 15 westbound derailed near Colton, Colorado, at dawn. Engineer Campbell and two unidentified tramps were killed. Fireman William Schaeffer and the caboose operator were injured. Two engines and two express cars derailed, none of the coaches left the track.
In St Paul Minnesota on June 6 James J Wilt a railroad builder did not leave a will. His widow filed a probate petition seeking Lows We tll a son as administrator of the estate valued at 10000000. The petition was signed by eight children.
Yuan Shi Kai died in Peking after several days of illness and nervous collapse. Yuan Hung is named as his successor with possible shifts in power and loyalty among rebel factions as China faces a change in leadership.
Chicago June 6 George W Perkins roosevelt adherents leader says Col Roosevelt has not stated he would refuse to back Justice Hughes or any man and will speak only in his own signature. Perkins warns against misusing Flughes speech to pressure a nomination and urges readers to judge by actions not statements.
The Gazette reports the great automobile campaign ending tomorrow at nine oclock. The door will be closed and the campaign concluded when the hour strikes, signaling the end of a sensational statewide effort.
The National Woman Suffrage Assembly in Chicago urges the Republican convention to adopt a platform favoring women's suffrage. The appeal notes Illinois already grants extensive rights and cites women aiding electors and offices, while urging nationwide enfranchisement as essential to American ideals.
Paris June 6 Fort Vaux a Verdun defense remains focal in German operations. Germans press reinforcements through ravines between Vaux and Damloup while two infantry assaults lack previous intensity. French commentators note heavy German losses force a temporary halt to vigor as units reform.
June political maneuvering shows Roosevelt forces seeking to block Hughes through a favorite son strategy. The Progressive party aligns with caucus leaders as they plan two ballots and adjournment to push a compromise while New York progressives elect Oscar Strats as chairman and John OConnell steps aside for harmony.
In Chicago on June 6 Republicans and Progressives of prominence held repeated conferences after a night of talks as they seek to bring about harmony before the national political conventions open tomorrow.
Chicago June 6 political leaders seek to gauge whether Justice Hughes has gained support from Republicans and Progressives as he seeks the presidential nomination. The scene focuses on broad party backing and the potential impact on key factions.
Progressive leaders push for immediate nomination of Roosevelt at the convention. Lodge and La Follette are floated as compromise candidates but face opposition. organizers fear losing control if no nominations are made by Thursday. Demonstrations and campaigns amass as factions press for a timely decision.
June 6 Des Moines Iowa returns from yesterday’s ballots show the defeat of the woman suffrage amendment. Supporters believe rural areas may shift the outcome in forthcoming counts.
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