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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1915
Page
9
Report from the Austrian Italian front notes a reduced danger level from German forces as Italian troops push through terrain previously contested. Observers say supply lines hold, while Allied positions resist with cautious countermoves and local skirmishes continue.
Fifty men were called to handle war horses ferried from the West through Hinton to Newport News. Vet units from French and English armies inspect each horse before shipment. about 440 horses were isolated as sick.
Report from Manila July 12 states Messageries Maritimes ships are being converted into transports to carry Russian troops to the Dardanelles and the Gallipoli theater. Vessels reach Saigon transfer passengers unload freight and carpenters convert ships before heading to Vladivostok for troop embarkation.
Paris dispatch reports night actions on multiple fronts. In Arras sector the enemy used gas shells and attacked near Souchez, failing to gain. A second assault captured a cemetery area briefly. Desperate trench fighting with grenades occurred near Neuville St Vaast, with no clear winner.
Austrian Army Headquarters reports that the objective of recapturing Lemberg and securing defensive lines eastward and northward along the Zlota Lipa and Bug rivers has been achieved. Russian counteroffensive from Lublin toward the north of the frontier is noted as halted.
Turkish war office reports an enemy cruiser aided by torpedo boats shelled Gaba Tepe on Saturday afternoon. The bombardment caused no Turkish deaths and two wounded while several Turkish guns reportedly struck the ship, forcing its withdrawal.
Krasnik notes Austrian troops pulled back to a ridge they have been resisting Russian attacks from. They feel secure and believe they can be held against any Russian force. Indications point to a quiet period on the Galician front as Teutonic allies prepare for actions elsewhere.
Berlin dispatch quotes German army headquarters detailing attacks and counteractions near Ypres Souchez and Combres. Reports capture of a cemetery south of Souchez, four machine guns, a mine thrower, and prisoners. Eastern theater notes progress from Suwalki to Kalwarta lipina region with enemy outer positions over four kilometers.
In Fairmont West Virginia July 12 authorities attach all real and personal property of Buckhannon and Northern Railroad Company to secure a claim of about 200000. Overholt Coal and Coke Company seeks to block transfers or merger with Monongahela Railroad until the debt is paid. The Buckhannon and Northern was formed by Overholt stockholders as an outlet for 8000 acres of coal lands in Taylor and Barbour counties.
Brief dispatches from Mexico City discuss Carranza occupation and potential recognition shifts. In the United States the case against publisher H C Ogden for contempt in West Virginia public service rate matter proceeds in federal court with Judge A Dayton presiding and J W Vandervort as master.
A major garment workers strike started in New York with about 10,000 pants makers leaving their shops. Key demands include a sanitary shop environment, union recognition, and higher wages. Delegates of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America meet to consider a wider call affecting around 30,000 more workers in the men’s clothing sector.
An AP note from La Liberte cites a censor note via the Idea Nazionale of Rome claiming the sultan has been dead several days and that the Young Turks conceal the news to avoid political upheaval. The report references Athens and Sofia as sources.
Amsterdam and Berlin dispatch report the birth of a second son to Prince Oscar, fifth son of the esperanza William, with the couple married last August to Countess Esseente Leretsom.
J V Thompson, whose affairs were placed in receivers after the First National Bank of Uniontown failed, owned 141 413 acres of coal lands valued at 65 367 735 according to appraisers. Receivers have not completed work and total estate value will be announced in several days.
Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania met with Republican chairman Charlie Hilles in New York to discuss where next year’s Republican national convention might be held. Hilles indicated Philadelphia faces strong bids from St Louis Minneapolis and Chicago.
J. R. Jones chairman reports the outing and picnic for the United Commercial Travel group is moved from Norwood Park to Union Park. Tickets sent with invitations will serve as street car fare on July 17 on the Clarksburg Grasselli and Bridgeport lines. Cars depart the courthouse corner every fifteen minutes. attendees should go early to avoid crowds.
A J Wilson of Wilson in Cumberland County near Keyser West Virginia turned 99 yesterday. The family reunion drew attendees including Mrs. C Hepburn and her daughter Miss Nan Hepburn of Piedmont.
Eugene McElItrash aged nine months son of Mr and Mrs Harry McEltrash of Norwood died at 8 o clock Monday morning after a short illness of ptomaine poison. The body was prepared for burial and will be taken to Brown Tuesday afternoon where funeral services will be held at the residence of Thurmond Derain and burial will be in a Brown cemetery.
Charleston July court records show Governor Wheeling pardoning Sowers who faced a grand larceny charge tied to a Standard Oil gasoline tank incident. He was jailed in Moundaville. the case involved fumes and a fatal fall from a tank car during pumping.
Maurice J. Johnston’s Bijou restaurant on West-Price Street, opened about five years ago, has closed after a failed venture. The business reportedly suffered continuous losses and was liquidated recently.
Charleston, July 11. John Yermobowitach a 33 year old miner from Cabin Greek died after a back injury from an accident in the msleps. He had been in the general hospital since April 23.
In St. Louis on July 13 a Neutrality League meeting debated whether William J. Bryan's address is worth 500. The league offered 50,000 in guaranteed attendance, while objections arose to paying 3500 unless Bryan emphasizes an arms embargo and U S neutrality. A committee will determine the speech's nature.
Washington reporters indicate the United States will pursue a lengthy and careful policy discussion with Germany. Secretary Lansing and President Wilson plan to draft a note outlining American intentions, with decisions on whether to continue diplomatic relations to follow.
A forthcoming $40,000 bond tendered by C. C. Flu harty may place him in temporary charge of a plant if accepted. If the bondholders win in court, the plant would be surrendered or damages would be paid. Sheriff Ross F. Stout’s attorney is checking the bondsmen’s finances as actions to oust Flu harty are anticipated.
Baltimore and Ohio workers’ representatives came home Sunday after seven weeks of talks with the company. A committee member said differences were adjusted satisfactorily with a conciliatory spirit. No radical issues or big changes were expected from the session.
The Baltimore and Ohio railroad aims to spend about two million dollars on new equipment including 2000 steel hoppers. The company’s shops are busy repairing cars and expect to place the order soon. Motive power is ample to move increased tonnage if cars are provided. In fall the railroad will plan its rail requirements for the new fiscal year. Funeral services were held for the infant son of Dr and Mrs A Lew McKibbins at Warne's chapel with burial in Masonic cemetery.
Annual settlement conducted by Sheriff Rosa and county treasurer Stout began before the county court on Monday afternoon. The process will take several days to complete as Elizabeth Pearcy of Washington, D.C., visits Mrs. D. B. Pae- (Fil of Paani fours.
Relatives and friends gathered at Maple Avenue to attend the funeral for Tudle McKinley, the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George C. McKinley. The services followed six weeks of illness, with pallbearers and floral tributes present.
A serving event will be held in the dining room of the Protestant church on Locust Street from 5 to 10 in the evening on Tuesday. It aims to aid Mrs Marie Goff and her two little boys, with proceeds supporting them and encouraging attendance.
Constable C L. Ford faces a police court hearing before Mayor G F. Gordon after an evening charge of conducting an auction without two city licenses. Ford was released on recognizance by Justice White.
A truck driver connected to a local grocery concern was arrested for speeding in Denver. Police report the driver, H. Gordorm, appeared in court later that evening. Authorities described the incident as a routine traffic stop and investigation is ongoing.
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