American cavalry defeats larger force near Namquipa
A 230 strong detachment of the Eleventh Cavalry surprised and routed a much larger Villahandite force near Ojvagues, seventeen miles north of Cusi Huletachte. Forty-two Mexicans were killed and many wounded. no American casualties. Major Robert L. Howze led the engagement, pursuing bandits under Generales Dowiewes and Aconza after encamping in Olongalee huts. The rout boosted American morale as the Villa faction fled into the hills following a brief exchange of shots.
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Ancv
Firsy
Namiquipa
Columbus
Eleventh Cavalry
Villahandite
Ojvagules
Cusi- Huletachte
Robert L. Howse
Graz Dowiiewes
Julio Aconza
Olongalee
Howze Raperti
Temochic
George A. Dodd
Strikers Reject Herrs Proposition Amid Mediation Talks
Crowds of strikers surrounded the building hosting a meeting on Herrs Electric Wind system wages and hours. Governor Heyburn and negotiators from both sides signaled willingness to pursue mediation while avoiding disruption, as talks continued with employers and union leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electric Wind SauiIneturine Company
EM. Horr
Mr. Hope
East Brook Valley
Manta
Cowibe Hormas
Ann Bel
Fred HL
Merrie
Audee Reid
Heymbaugi
Mr. Herr
J. W. Wrank
Employere Association
Pittsdare
Dlinirot
Andrew W. McNamara
Internation! Association of Machinists
Fenders
Weatinghouse Ntrie
Cavalry Charge With Pistols Reported in Battle at Oroazules
General Pershing's official dispatch describes Major Howze leading a cavalry action against Villa's band at Oroazules. A pistol charge broke the resistance after the riders advanced about thirty miles. rebels were defeated and prisoners promised execution were released.
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EL Paso
Yeral Pershing
Villa
Oroazules
Howze
Pervicing
Sit Carranza Prixonnra
Norway Objects to Allied Seizure of Neutral Ships
Christiania May 6 Norway formally protested to Britain and France over their interpretation of The Hague Convention of 1907 regarding seizure of neutrals at sea. The Norwegian government lodged a formal complaint in London and Paris, arguing Allied actions undermine neutral nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ses Constazhd Panay
Christiania
Norway
London
Paris
Amendment Saratogas Proposes Prohibiting Sectarian State Aid
May 4. A constitutional amendment to ban government appropriations for sectarian purposes was recommended by the general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church in a resolution adopted without debate. Introduction credited to Rev. We Ry Wedderspoon of Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Conference
Moethodlyt Epicenpal Church
We Ry Wedderspoon
Baltimore
Seventeen More Lusitania Suits Filed in New York
Seventeen more suits, bringing the total to forty three, were filed in federal court by relatives of Lusitania victims near the Cunard line. The actions seek about 1.42 million dollars in claims with foal papers noted. preliminary filings indicate totals for remaining cases. The Rev George W Wooster of Bridgeport is mentioned in the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cunard Steamship Line
Lusitania
Ford 15 Sued Washington Over Libel Damages
May 6 report states Henry Ford of Detroit sues in Washington for 190000 dollars claiming libel from statements opposing military preparedness. The suit names Ford Motor Company and targets alleged damaging publications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tomas
Henry Ford
Detroit
Ford
Four more candidates named for primary election
Four additional nominees announced for the upcoming primary. Marene L. Riblett, Republican, is listed as a judge in the Bee district. Carl W. Neff, Democrat, serves as committeeman for the city’s Fourth ward. Sheehy, Democrat, is named as justice of the peace for the Coal district. Vallen L. Horner, Democrat, seeks county commissioner.
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Marene L. Riblett
Jue Hee
Nea of
Boy Kills Mother In Quarrel Over Breakfast
A boy named George Jordan, eight, killed his mother Lor with a gun after a quarrel over breakfast. He later admitted firing the weapon, claiming he did not know it was loaded. Officials questioned Henry, Roy, and Fred Jordan, but the focus remained on the fatal shooting.
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Portsmor
George Jordan
Ant
Roy Jordan
Ehorgun
George
Fred
oMdala
Tiette Chan Ward
Lor
Ind
Bla
Lrather
Oil Company Certificates Of Incorporation Issued
State secretary issues certificates of incorporation to The Constant Change Ad Machine Company of Huntington for advertising machines with $25,000 capital. Incorporators include H. L. Cammack F. H. Medley H. A. Brown and others of Huntington. The Combination Oil Company of Clarksburg operating in Garrison County with $100,000 capital. Incorporators listed as A. A. Tennly Frank J. Waters William P. Buchter C. J. Robinson and J. B. Kalmuk of New York.
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Huntington
LH. Cammack
F. H. Medley
H. A. Brown
Hi. Dallenger
O. Young
OU Company
Clarksburg
Garrison County
A. A. Tennly
Frank J. Waters
William P. Buchter
C. J. Robinson
J.B. Kalmuk
New York
President approves Glynn for keynote at Democratic convention
Washington notes that President Winson approved former New York Governor Glynn to deliver the keynote address and act as temporary chairman at the Democratic national convention in St Louis. Speaker Clark is expected to be invited to be permanent chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Glynn
Washington
Winson
Fred H. Lynch
Democratic National Committee
Martin H. Glynn
New York
Clark
Water Board Audit Reveals No Fiscal Discrepancies
A state audit of the Clarksburg Water Works and Board shows no defalcations or discrepancies from April 20, 1914, to March 9, 1916. The examination, led by Scotland G Highland and others, confirms proper books, timely entries, and full collection of water rents. The report notes substantial expenditures on system enlargement and improvements and cites a bond for faithful discharge of duties.
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Cinekebore
Pianl
Sheelle
Agia
Elma Tre
Hie Department
Scotland
G. Wyhland
1 Water Works
Truman J. Lynch
Wiliam H. Lewis
Jenn A. Brooks
GC. Fine
Ged
Maren
Wight
Highland
Thie
Lavelynn
West Virginia
W. Va
W. W. Lemley
Clarks
William Swewls
John O. Brookx
Water Works and Sewerage Board
G. Highland
C. Q. Squires
Benjamin W. Boggent
Trenches on northern slope reported in great war losses
War bulletin notes heavy German assaults on the Ver din fratt Weal Of Che Mouse area with fierce resistance by French forces. Reports claim German efforts were checked by Allied defense at Sinton ef LeoGje with French troops holding positions north of WL WHE despite ongoing attacks.
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War Alive
Sinton
Sinn Fein rebel leaders slated for execution in war era fallout
Fragmentary report signals executions of Sinn Fein figures including Major John McFirde and others. Mentions Boer War veteran Major Iain McBride and figures tied to Home Rule circles. Ambiguous names and places reflect damaged OCR from a wartime era brief.
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Duplo Mayfort Ware
Toby Clint
John McFiride
Sinn Fein
Weas Levy
Peart Marthis
Thomas Hunter
Willi Congreve
Mor
Iain McBride
Joubert
Bowra Ually
Staude Gonne
Cirelos
Treland
Tria
Are
Comptroller orders banks to report loan origins
The Comptroller of the Currency demands all national banks file reports by May 1 detailing their financial condition and foreign loans. Banks must disclose in foreign credits, especially wartime dealings, whether the 90 million loan to the Allies originated directly or indirectly from national banks and how Germany or Austria may have financed it.
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Ansocrayan
Washington
Thn
Batante Allien
Basken
Germany
Coal Output In Pennsylvania Increases Amid War Demand
A 1926 summary from the state department of mines reports Pennsylvania coal production at 246,797,774 tons with anthracite at 89,277,706 tons and bituminous coal up 11,535, A3E. Coke output reached 22,013,949 tons, driven by European war activity and higher overall mine activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WaRinghund
Pennsylvania
Jo Givin
Toney
James Ty Roderick
Department of Mines
Address Judge to speak at Adamston Methodist Spiacopal
Judge James W. Robinson of Clarksburg will deliver an address at Adamston Methodist Episcopal church tomorrow evening at 7 o'clock. An invitation is extended to all to attend. The church pastor will preach at 11 a.m. on Some of Life's Handicaps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Robinson
Clarksburg
Adamston
Modus Operandi Wheeling Guide to a Hidden Room
A Wheeling note describes a secret route to an underground venue entered near Twenty fourth and Main. The instructions detail multiple doors and steps, including a knock three times and entry to a dark room led by an Italian guide, culminating in access to an apparently modern establishment. The account reads like a nightclub or covert club listing with Asian-sounding names and a focus on atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Twenty Fourth
Main Streets
Aida
Rome
Condition Improves for Louis Disman in Pennsboro
Louis Diaman of Pennsboro shows improvement after hospitalization at St. Marys for paralysis. He is to be moved home Saturday as his condition improves though not fully well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Diaman
Pennsboro
St. Mary's Hospital
Disman
No Diplomatic Break with Germany Yet
Berlin notes no material change in Germany’s stance as talks with President Wilson show no urgent shift. Ambassador von Bernstorff returns to Washington from New York. no government communication. cabinet members depart Washington and expect few to return before Monday. Latting and Baker travel. Postmaster General Burlew on a short trip. Annapolis visit planned for the week.
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Washington
Aelatext
Germany
Wilkon
Count van Hernatorit
New York
Hin Rovermannnt
Auth Department
Nolo Univer
Hono
United States
Searatary
Han Kone
Annapolis
Baker
Cleveland
Burlew
Leon
Berlin Sees Tepid Public Response To German Note
Berlin May 6 The city showed a marked calm as newspapers carried the German note to the United States. Heat blanketed the streets while news dealers struggled to move large print runs. Crowds in main streets and cafes glanced briefly at papers, with little signs of interest or protest. Various onlookers noted no anti English sentiment during the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Berkin
United States
Germany
Mae
French Yielding on Part of Germany Reported
Paris May 6 French outlets varied in analysis of the German note to the United States. Some papers say Germany has yielded albeit with bad grace, while others deem the document a tortured refusal. The range of opinion reflects uncertainty about Germany’s stance and future moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Paris
United States
Big sales at Lake for Furniture Company overwhelm crowd
Yesterday's Lake for Furniture Company sale drew large crowds and heavy demand. By Friday morning the street was packed, many buyers were left waiting as staff struggled to handle the rush. The Snider Primitive Company, linked to the main Fairmont store, will maintain orders via a dedicated clerk. Wilkaton has closed, under T. B. Blaney's management, a notable local business move.
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Furniture Company
Snider Prinitive Company
Cossiest
Charles Nelson Arrested on Board Warrant in Constable Case
Charles Nelson of South Chestnut Street was arrested Saturday by Constable Reuben J. Bartlett on a warrant sworn by Mrs. Rommn Nilson alleging an attempted defrauding of a $20 board bill. Bond was set and Nelson awaits trial in December 1916.
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Charles Nelson
South Chestnut Street
Reuben J. Bartlett
Sirs
Rommn Nilson
Nelson Mild
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