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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1916
Page
3
Dispatches from Dutch and German sources indicate preparations are under way for possible contingencies. Parliament reports have been called, railways requisitioned, and all leaves of army and navy officers cancelled. Sinking of steamships may trigger a broader crisis.
Berlin reports 140000 Russian casualties and 146400 men in Russian losses from late February to March on the eastern front. It notes no major changes and says the Russian offensive appears exhausted for the moment despite large-scale attacks by 20 divisions against Von Hindenburg's front.
London officials report 28 killed and 44 injured from last night’s air raid. Five Zeppelins visited western counties dropping bombs. one reportedly came down near the coast. Rioting searchlights and anti aircraft fire illuminated the skies as shells burst around the airships and one crew member noted a damaged plane turning away toward the coast.
In Washington April 2 officials discuss the New York luncheon on preparedness. The rumor says Theodore Roosevelt is nearing an eastern coalition with Lodge and other GOP leaders. Bull Moose supporters in the capital express cautious optimism about a Roosevelt bid.
Assistant Attorney General Payne states disbarment charges against Justice Pulley of the supreme court have not been properly filed. Mr. Kirby forwarded charges against Justice Polley but the attorney general cannot act until papers are filed with the supreme court and the court refers them to the attorney general. Papers are held awaiting directions from Mr. Kirby on filing or disposal. The rest of the text mentions canals supplied by frost melt and a garbled line about Rane burmary.
Berlin reports say German crown prince forces push into Vaux and push French back at Malancourt amid heavy shelling and captured booty. Dutch unease grows as Holland considers war entry. naval leaves canceled and railcars requisitioned. Telegraph lines with England remain cut as high command meetings occur.
Police in Lewes, Delaware, and New York detained Ludwig Schiller amid claims of a plan to seize a Cunard liner. Schiller, claiming to lead a German intrigue, admitted to swapping papers for $60 and outlined four associates, while British authorities questioned the broader plot. Concurrent fighting reported near Verdun with German offensives and French counteractions in the Meuse region.
April dispatch from Vossische reports heavy artillery prelude to infantry assault west of the Meuse. German gains at Mahanevourt, reaching Vauxes northern fortifications. vast quantities of weapons and supplies seized in Verdun battle area.
Manufacturers linked to the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce announce incorporation of a company with an ultimate capital of 5,060,000 to 16,000,000 to produce gasoline and related products. The aim is to show gasoline can be produced and sold profitably at a price lower than current levels. The move is described as a remedy for existing conditions to prevent further oil price increases and protect automakers and their large invested capital.
Amsterdam dispatch reports the German Reichstag voted to continue submarine warfare. The resolution, led by Maj Ernst Basserman and 12 others, urges use of submarines to guarantee Germany's future and peace. Washington says German claims await full investigation of Sussex and Lusitania attacks. officials note conflicting translations and ongoing inquiries.
PUSTOPEICE Blu TUT notes a site on constr ian for Voynostodiices and a proposed addition to a building to expand public facilities. Treasury estimates suggest $500,000 to $450,000 for the project, with House committee chair Clarence Ghark and Mr Steele expected to testify on revised costs and funding priorities.
Fragmentary OCR describes a hospital ship sunk by torpedoes. Report notes survivors and medical crew, with references to French and Portuguese forces and the ship’s designation, amid chaotic wartime scenes.
Washington April 3 by a three to two vote the Senate judiciary sub committee recommended confirmation of Louis D Brandeis to the supreme court The approving Democrats Chilton Walsh and Fletcher and rejecting Republicans Cummins and Works indicated the full committee will likely back the nomination Each member will file a separate report outlining grounds for the decision and a full committee meeting is expected Monday.
London April 3 The government report shows the United Kingdom revenue for the year at £330.6 million, an increase of £110.8 million from last year. Expenditures total £208.6 million, £41.0 million less than estimated, boosting the year’s net gain to about £82.0 million versus the projections.
In Des Moines on April 1 voters opened precincts and rechecked ballots for the city core race between Ben Wooksar and Conroy. With 22 precincts tallied Conroy led by eight votes, leaving Woolgar two behind. If Conroy wins the city council rules will dictate administration.
Geneva reports the Swiss government has evidence that two German aviators dropped five bombs last Friday on Porrentruy near the French border. The incident prompts Switzerland to demand stern action, restitution, and punishment for the attackers in a protest to Berlin, underscoring ongoing neutrality tensions.
Landen April 1 reports the sinking of a Norwegian steamship named Demento of 1078 gross tons. All crew except one were saved. one crew member drowned.
Chihuahua dispatch to Juarez reports rumor of Pancho Villa capture by American troops after a decisive battle that reportedly killed over thirty and broke the band’s power over its followers. The claim remains unconfirmed from American sources.
El Paso reports say Villa may have been captured in Minaca, but confirmation failed. Dodd’s 400 cavalry from Seventh and Tenth regiments pursued Villa’s 509 band, scattering them with several casualties while Villa is described as wounded and hunted across Guerrero.
American troops overwhelmed Villa forces near San Geronimo on Wednesday dawn. Colonel Dodd’s men pressed Villa rear guards, driving their forces through mountain trails with heavy fire from machine guns and rifle volleys. Villistas suffered many dead and wounded, with deserters scattering as the Americans pursued. By noon the rout was complete and Villa’s camp lay in ruins as villagers removed the wounded and bodies to safety.
In a move signaling reform, Hayes City promoted its deputy chief, TH, to lieutenant as the department tightens oversight and expands staffing. The announcement noted ongoing efforts to boost community policing and transparency.
York April 1 purchasers note that garment colors may fade as a result of a global dye shortage. The National Association reports mills refuse guarantees due to ceased coal tar dye imports, reduced domestic supplies, and poor American profits, urging frankness from the public.
A secretary to Theodore is released on bond for 1000 dollars in a Brooklyn case. The release follows a granted certificate and reconfirmed status by a supreme court authority. The event appears tied to the Lightman case and mentions New York origin.
Washington April 1 work on the rivers and harbors bill resumed in the House with prospects that debate would end tonight.
In Liverpool on April 1 the Mersey Tank strike ended with workers resuming duties. The disruption eased as the workforce returned to work, ending a period of halted production and signaling a shift toward normal operations for local industry.
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