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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1916
Page
3
Reports say Villa wounded and riding on a stretcher as American columns fast pursue along a 400 mile route into Mexico. Aviators and scouts push toward Parral Guerrero and Guerrero strongholds near Chihuahua with new bases established for Pershing’s expedition.
New York April te Frederick Tanner remained chairman of the New York Republican state committee after an attempt by followers of Barnes to oust him failed by 12 to 6. The Clinton-backed candidate was State Senator Charles W. Wicks, seen as a test between Justice Charles E. Hughes and former Senator Taft for the presidency. The Tanner faction, backed by Governor Whitman, favors Hughes. Barnes followers back Taft and Rocheman in the regular army costs.
Washington April The agriculture committee has taken up Representative Steele’s bill for government regulation of serum for hog cholera. The committee is five to roughly disposed toward regulation and Steele expects the bill to be reported to the House soon, drawing wide attention among swine owners in town and elsewhere.
In Chicago the milk price dispute among distributors and producers ends with Illinois dairies securing a new price of 1.66 dollars per 100 pounds, an increase of two to ten cents over the former rate, easing threatened shortages in the district.
Reports from San Antonio and El Paso indicate debate over the fate of American forces after Villa’s defeat. Secretary Lansing and War Secretary Baker deny any withdrawal plan, while officials say the expedition’s objective remains to pursue Villa until bands are broken and troops may return home.
Reports from El Paso say American forces push supplies over the Mezcal desert to Casas Grandes and on toward the Chiheahua region to shorten lines of communication by about 160 miles. Government says shipments to Juarez continue for the army while lower costs and faster routes are sought. Also, Lt Colonel Ivers wife is said to be gravely ill with pneumonia at Casas Grandes and a private rail transfer to Fort Bliss is planned.
Paris reports Finance Minister Alexandre Ibou presents to Parliament a bill authorizing the government to suspend by decree the importation of any products that may be dispensed with to ease foreign obligations. The aim is to improve the foreign exchange position.
Ta named Batts Ta, a veteran Rock Island employee with over 25 years on the line, collapsed and died this morning from heart failure while at work. John P. Eierson, another Rock Island worker, notes Batts Ta’s long career and sudden end.
The Des Moines Weather Bureau reports light to moderate snowfall across most of the state, with the northeast region noting the heaviest totals. Power lines and roadways faced minor disruptions as crews work to clear intersections and main routes.
A brief incident in Columbus Ohio results in Obie suffering minor injuries after an object two inches in diameter strikes him during a reported incident. Authorities investigated the scene and are reviewing nearby footage to identify those involved and determine the cause.
Washington reports show farm land values up 25.7 percent over four years and 115 percent in the last four years. Figures come from the Agriculture Department with data from field stations, highlighting large increases in several northern and central states.
Reports from the war office say German forces renewed attacks south of Thiaourt near Verdun and gained footing between Thincourt and Thiaumont. French resistance around Fort Vaux held with grenades repulsed. Berlin claims Free French positions near Verdun were bombarded. German counterattacks left minor losses but captured several officers and men in the engagements.
Washington reports anticipation for the Tamara canal opening on April 11. A number of vessels have gathered at the terminal to await a fortnight rather than voyage around South America. Ships drawing up to 30 feet may be admitted initially, with drafts likely to rise as conditions allow.
British forces claim success in East Africa with the capture of territory and significant German casualties. Official notes indicate substantial engagements near Aras district, numerous POWs, and large quantities of arms reported as captured by advancing lines.
A large national fortifications bill advances in the House as part of four measures totaling about 160 million dollars to modernize coast defenses. It plans 16 inch guns for New York Boston San Francisco and other ports plus 12 inch rifles with ranges over 20 000 yards and mobile 14 inch and 11 inch railroad guns to defend important sites. The bill totals 96 million for continental defenses and Panama canal work with funding rising against last year.
London reports Fel faje in Mesopotamia captured by British under General Townsend. Turkish counter attacks repulsed as British forces consolidate gains near Kut el Amara. Umm el Hen near Mut el Amara reported seized with Tigers. Turkish front lines show strain as British advance continues.
The milk strike spreads as St Louis suppliers refuse to meet the demand for 1.40 dollars per ten pounds in advance of shipments, signaling heightened tension in the southern Wisconsin milk market.
Frank J. Marshell of New York, United States chess champion, broke two world records while competing against 105 of Washington's best players. He moved quickly between tables, overseeing 105 games with ease, winning 82, drawing 15, and losing 6.
Washington April. Representatives from meat producers and packers testified before the House judiciary subcommittee on Burland's federal probe resolution. Armour vice president Arthur Meeker argued packers gain little, citing a 350 000 loss on total U S sales. other witnesses claimed large profits to be slim and urged careful oversight without overreach.
Detroit readers report Ford ahead in Republican pres nomination with early returns from 13 counties and 64 more counting. Henry Ford of Detroit leads over Winter States Lenny William Alidch Sith of Grand Ledge by about 3500 to 4500 votes as Moody notes. twelve counties remain unreported. A Parisian inventor creates a machine to play three records at once from a phonograph.
Report from London April 7 says European neutrals report seven ships sunk without warning in March while others were warned to abandon ships. Nations like Spain Norway and Denmark protest or caution Germany as public opinion shifts following German submarine actions. no American-flag ships listed.
Washington reports indicate the Sussex hull was torpedoed with metal fragments compared to German torpedoes. Secretary Lansing planned a 2 pm appointment to discuss the Sussex matter and related diplomacy as U S policy faces pressure over German naval actions and possible future U boat warfare.
An editorial condemns the German torpedoing of 110 Norwegian ships without warning. It warns the loss of life imperils peace and accuses wartime actions of endangering the seas and neutral nations.
A London dispatch reports Britain weighing arming all ships bound for America amid debate over torpedoing and defensive action. The piece notes U S ports and imports, and references a prior sinking by a submarine near New York as evidence prompting cautious policy. Included are quotes about American sentiment and possible purchases for defense.
Spanish government protests the torpedoing of the Sussex and the deaths of Spanish subjects including Enrique Granados and his wife. Germany is pressed for clarification and action.
A chaotic report from Queenstown describes a small vessel, the Zenkt, with most crew missing after an incident at sea. Two crew members are stated killed with others missing or harmed while the captain and survivors are unconfirmed.
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