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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1916
Page
1
Washington reports a decision on whether American troops will withdraw from Mexico may come Tuesday. Major General Scott's report to Secretary Baker could arrive in time for cabinet deliberations, amid border tensions and debates over a punitive expedition into northern Mexico. Carranza’s currency woes add to the volatile situation as officials weigh options and risks.
ey araoc in Ten prece BAN ANTONIO Texas April 22 Major General Hugh L Scott had concluded Tate today he mission on which he was sent here by the nec retary of war and at departmental headquarters t wan said he probedly would leave tomorrow for Washing ton He will take to the Secretary 1 personal report on which it is be loved the administration will base ite declarem whether the American troops are to remain in Mexico or to come out General Scott has been with General Funston almost constantly Together they have read puch reports we come from the bnno xt Colimbun trom om cers along the line of bormunteston Pea Sea cana Continued on page 7 Meat weetionj
Weather bureau forecasts a fair Easter Sunday for most of the United States. Only New England and New York expected unsettled skies with overcast conditions. Great Lakes region, upper Ohio valley, and central Atlantic states may see varied cloud cover.
The Hue ng-Bins Shovel Company announced a general wage increase of five to ten percent for all employees by grade, effective May 1. The Pennsylvania Salt Manufacturing Company followed with wage changes, increasing wagon laborers by one cent per hour and incensing drivers by five cents.
Tulsa Oklahoma April 2 The Gin Clair Oil Refining Company today purchased the Beaver Oil and Gas Company for 78000 dollars The Heaven company has holdings of 440 acres in the Bald Hit Oke Meld with a daily production of 700 barrels.
A distorted report notes heavy forces in battle near a Virginia penitentiary planned for a Sunday observance. It mentions 7000 convicts expected to attend and an impressive ceremony with 6000 eggs served.
Fragmented report notes changing German and French positions near Meunier and Dani Min Hill north of Verdun with trench advances and counter moves. Despite gains by both sides, no decisive breakthrough. British reports describe Ottoman and Turkish actions, air raids, and coastal movements with scattered casualty figures and terrain shifts.
In a garbled OCR style, the article references a convention with mentions of puritans, a deadly weapon, and a sixth regional district meeting in late May. It notes a transportation conveyance, permanent organization actions, and references to A A Tilly and General A. A. Tilly with political maneuvering and a change in leadership roles.
One workman was killed another fatally injured and two seriously hurt when a heavy gondola car fell from a trestle at the W D McKeetry Furnace Co plant during unloading. The car capsized twenty feet, injuring workers. Also in Washington the Senate approved extending the one cent per pound sugar duty for four years, with debates over repeal and revenue implications.
In Brooklyn on April 22 a meeting of the Women's Peace Society was dispersed by police after Frank Bohn, a Spanish War veteran and former Columbia instructor, attacked the army and navy, claiming immorality. Several sailors in attendance rushed toward him before officers escorted him away.
Secretary Baker wrote Speaker Gleary urging defeat of pending legislation to abolish speeding up methods at arsenals. He argued no evidence supports the claim that regulations are unduly harsh on workers, citing Watertown arsenal operations as proof of ideal results.
Confere nces across Morgantown Wheeling and other cities will host the West Virginia Sunday School Association annual convention. The program lists elementary and junior divisions with special meetings for superintendents and rural departments.
Berlin reports that Germany will not yield on submarine policy and will resist U S attempts to limit its weapon. Chancellor and state head discussions in Berlin aim to shape future German American relations amid pressure from Washington. The note asserts Germany will defend maritime rights and maintain its weaponry as necessary for security and humanity.
Apr 2 report from El Paso details more U.S. troop movements into Mexico and rising Mexican worry. Juarez officials fear destabilization while some observers doubt withdrawal plans. Carranza supporters express concern as Americans march toward contested areas. interior refugees flood Durango City with food riots and shortages cited.
The Treasury and Mint announce counterfeit ten dollar notes of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York are circulating in New York City. The notes are slightly smaller and can be recognized with little difficulty.
Apr 29 Winnipeg and vicinity face rising Red River waters with 0. height noted and a potential two foot rise could submerge central districts. Portions of Winnipeg area, including the Withines playful district, report flooding and many homes inundated. Local authorities warn of ongoing river movement and regional impact.
Fragmented OCR recalls Wilson associate and naval ceremony with Admiral presence. The text mentions an audience, a box with moving pictures, a president’s gesture, and applause for foreign troops as an orchestra played. Contains garbled names and locations, but hints at a wartime political or military gathering and allied troop recognition.
Fragmented report describes Peery hret SERENA and Gillen Shnaton Alberte in a murky election context. Mentions President Wile and references a vote by will, with unclear details surrounding the candidacy and leadership.
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