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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1916
Page
1
Observers note that relations between parties will be observed as attempts to cooperate and assess actions moving forward, with emphasis on diplomacy and mutual engagement.
President negotiates with Berlin outlining that diplomacy with Britain will continue while demanding Germany halt attacks on ships. Officials say the note will go forward today and be public soon after. The move signals Washington will not let Germany dictate talks despite the blockade strain.
Rio de Janeiro May 8 The foreign minister confirms a telegram from the Brazilian minister in London stating that the crew of the Brazilian steamer Rio Branco, sunk last week off the English coast, confirms prior claims that the vessel was torpedoed by a German submarine.
London morning papers stress Germany seeks peace while warning President Wilson to view the German note as a step toward broader aims. The Daily Chronicle notes Germany may seek to shape American opinion via implied verbal signals through the American ambassador.
Naturalized citizens many formerly in Entente and Central powers are recruited into a new American Loyal region. It opened a station in an East Side park and launched its campaign Sunday. Four hundred enlisted today and 5,000 are expected to enroll in coming weeks.
Paris dispatch reports last night's violent fighting on the Verdun front. German attacks near Hill 304 were repulsed by French forces. German losses were described as extremely heavy. The French drove Germans from a trench east of Hill 204 and Haudemont, capturing thirty men including two officers. The offensive spanned two kilometers between Haudemont wood and Fort Douaumont with costly German losses.
Paris reports after seventy seven days of battle the German army resumes a fresh assault before Verdun. Fighting remains intense on both banks of the Meuse with violence rivaling early March as German forces press the line.
Washington May 8 The Senate passed without a record vote the Bankhead good roads bill authorizing 85 000 to aid states in post road construction An amendment raised total outlay to 10 million for forest road work reducing the original 75 million proposal to 85 thousand dollars for state post roads
A skiff containing clothes a watch money and other articles was found floating in the river with no owner reported. Chief of Police G M Van Liew says no missing person reports fit the find and suspects the occupant may have fallen overboard or taken their own life.
A small blaze broke out in a two story frame building at 60 St. Joseph Street occupied by the Post Office Ants Company Sunday afternoon. The fire, caused by a vulcanizing outfit, was put out quickly by No. 4 with very little damage.
London May 8 The Rotterdam correspond ent of the Exchange Telegraph Company reports Emperor William sent an autographed letter to Pope Benedict hoping a conference of belligerents could be arranged with Spain to seek an immediate armistice and peace under the dove and olive branch emblem The German Humanity League circular notes envoys from Bavaria and Saxony visited Cardinal Gasparri in Rome Baltimore May 8 Cardinal Gibbons says there is something in the air about steps toward peace but cannot spell out who seeks it.
A board states no delay in dipping plans citing plains cause. Officials reaffirm timelines and coordinate with local agencies to ensure operations proceed as scheduled.
At a regular meeting the Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners stated willingness to appropriate funds for cattle tick eradication. Dr Selkin urged an extra 1000 to complete vats. the initial 1200 was deferred to a later meeting per the attorney. Commissioner MacFayden moved for the initial 1200.
The Mobile County Tick Eradication Association praised the board’s action as the election is ratified to formalize work. Ward reports the dipping vats contract was awarded to Mobile Drug Company and costs will cover refills and medicines. Disputes with livestock dealer Darby Odom over vat payment precede assurances from Drs. Reidy and Se that completion hinges on community support.
L C Irvine urged that three month work under the law be completed and asked opponents to request another year if allowed. President Ward and Dr Sel kin were to survey the Taizers to gauge opposition and conditions and determine funds to finish cattle-pen construction if delays occurred.
A brilliant meteor blaze lit the night sky at 9 05 observed by many Mobilian residents. Reported as ten feet wide with a streaming tail it appeared to descend from the horizon near a schooner returning from Dauphin Island.
The American schooner Three Marys, 1 024 tons net, bought three months ago by Capt. J. M. Scott for 26000, sold for 72500 to Mr. J. W. Hunter. She sails from Mobile with a lumber cargo for Italy and is valued highly by shipping authorities. Master Jack McIver now commands her. Scott says the voyage will net about 25000. A second vessel, the Charlotte T. Sibley, 358 tons, was bought by Horace Turner and will head to Mobile for lumber trade with the West Indies.
R W Taylor president of Mobile County Tick Eradication Association spoke to the revenue and road commissioners meeting. He predicted the eradication effort would die out soon and offered to demonstrate its wealth benefits within two years. Some opposing cattlemen expressed revised views though a few argued the time was too short.
Chairman J. D. Andrews of the ways and means committee of the Chamber of Commerce calls a 7 o'clock meeting at the Cawthon Hotel assembly room. Luncheon will be served and members are urged to attend promptly to conduct timely business of importance.
Ervan King pleaded guilty in the inferior criminal court to violating the prohibition law. He was fined 250 dollars and costs of court, which he paid. Rebecca Holy failed to appear on a charge of using indecent language and her bond was forfeited with an alias writ of arrest.
Vague notice indicates election results will be released publicly. The fragment references returns and a distant source but provides no clear date, jurisdiction, or participants to specify.
London May 8 Sir Roger Casement faces trial soon amid talk of possible execution if sane. The report recalls the Tower of London historic figures and executions including Thomas Moore and Walter Raleigh with mentions of Lady Jane Grey and kings.
Field dispatch reports Pershing’s punitive expedition has slain about 125 Villa bandits and wounded 200 to 306 while American losses are six killed. Villa leaders are said to have suffered several kills and the bandits fled at sight of U S troops in a chase over rough ground near the border.
The Tourist Club of Mobile met in the Cawthon hotel colonial room for a luncheon and to outline a fundraising plan. General Manager W M Clemens described how the club idea began and emphasized showing the public what the club has before seeking support.
Information from Norway suggests Captain Kjoss former master of the Cra thens and Seeberg liner may have been aboard the Brazilian steamship Rio Blanco torpedoed off the English coast. Brazil mourns potential casualties. a March 30 letter from Kjoss said he would take charge of the Bio manco soon.
Governor Ferguson urges action to bolster border security amid Mexican raiding bands that attacked Glenn Springs and Boquillas, killing three cavalrymen and a nine year old. Texas Ranger strength is to be increased immediately as Fourteenth Cavalry units and machine guns mobilize toward the Big Bend region for pursuit.
Report from El Paso on May 8 indicates telegraph and letters from across the Texas border urged Governor to deploy the state militia for defense and border protection amid war fears.
Governor Ferguson issued an official statement saying six additional rangers are to be added immediately, boosting the border force toward full strength for service on the border.
A report from Washington states Baker said there is a potential American expedition across the Mexican border near Boquillas Tex and Springs to pursue bandits. General Fanston's order remains in place, allowing crossing only when necessary.
Reports say Generals Scott and Obregon met at El Pa for a conference on border cooperation and the possible extermination or capture of raiders. The talks aim to finalize an agreement amid latest raids and rumor delays.
General Funston stated that about 300 troops arrived at Marathon and the force remained under 600 men. He noted meat and supplies were limited and would be extended by redeploying about five additional units as soon as possible.
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