11 Mar 1916
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1916
Page
1
New York reports a shaky Pirates outlook as Key figures gray, Courtney’s Cornell crew saga unfolds with old rivalries and medical fears shadowing spring hopes. The piece notes Varney and a reshaped lineup, while praising unexpected resilience and looming challenges.
Washington ordered a punitive expedition to capture or kill Francisco Villa and his band, with about 6000 troops. The move aims to curb Villa's forays while denying armed intervention in Mexico, and involves coordinations with Mexican authorities and allied forces.
A terse dispatch states General Funston is ordered to kill or capture Villa, signaling a decisive mounted pursuit. The directive underscores a high-stakes military operation amid ongoing pursuit and escalating frontier actions.
A remarkable war department report from Major General Mineton outlines plans and doubts about Mexican policy. He criticizes Villa and argues U S forces may need to invade Mexico with cavalry to counter raids and weaken Garranza's position, while urging decisive action with naval support and possible cross border operations.
In Mexico City, Carranza enforces tight press censorship, suppressing public statements and preventing disclosure of information. The move limits the press and leaves the public uninformed about ongoing events and state actions.
A lot of seventy ears of yellow dent corn sold for 125 dollars, valued per bushel in Cooper county at Carrolltan. The report also notes political primary mentions and a telegram from Secretary Langtry regarding state actions, with several garbled lines and names.
Paris reports German forces admit a setback at Vaux near Verdun as French and German lines clash in heavy battle. Officials note intensified bombardment and mounting casualties on both sides, with over 200000 casualties and 125000 German losses cited as the fight enters its eighteenth day.
Fragmented dispatches indicate Trebizond near fall as cavalry reach outskirts and rout Turks. Amid confusion, reports mention German officials resigning and a contested position in government. Authorities discuss recognition of a provisional administration and potential changes in leadership.
New York widow Mrs. dole Watts de Poyster testified before Supreme Court Justice Philbin that she received scores of letters from Patrick J. Carey. She described threats and intimidation linked to sensational marital and real estate deceptions. Carey, a former art house superintendent, allegedly coerced her into a dangerous correspondence and warned of murder if her family was harmed.
Present day questions generate topics for students as Lie Seuier class delivers spirited iterations before the high school body. Professor Howner oversees English work, while seniors present and freshmen tell literary society about police officered conduct and entertaining programs. Rev King and Air Muglia visit the Boys’ Pig felous for free lays and a Bom automy talk by Mr Bing. Mrs Martin’s selections are applauded. STARTER INSTALLED. The new Robinson starter installed on the first hose truck is working to perfection.
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