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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1916
Page
2
Paris dispatch reports a fortified French front near Peronne with successful advances in the Hoy-en-Santerre region. About 350 prisoners taken and defenses along a widened line. German soldiers reportedly withdrew after heavy shelling and French infantry assaults as British forces advance at Contramaizon and surrounding sectors.
In Mexico City July, Provident leaders of the de facto government met at the national palace amid secretive discussions. Plans were considered for a telegraphic conference directly linking Washington and Mexico City or for delegates to meet in a U.S. town to discuss joint action. A decision was expected within 48 hours, with the foreign office noting no final plan yet. Newspapers welcomed the project, optimistic it would avert war with the United States.
Washington July 8 Democratic senators caucused today and settled disputes over the government shipping bill. Amendments preserve the bill’s core aim to aid the merchant marine while preventing purchase of ships active in American trade and requiring high efficiency. The government will not operate ships unless private options fail, with conditions set for operation and service. Senator Clarke and Senator Stone exchanged a handshake amid applause signaling party unity.
Camp Kanawha incidents report a civilian operating an improvised gambling outfit near the Second Infantry camp. Major Morean investigates a noise in a ravine, some soldiers overstay leave, and four deserters are jailed in Charleston. Recruiting officers report shortages for muster into the national guard. action awaits the attorney general and War Department guidance. Discharges promised for dependents, while some enlisted families receive home-sent provisions. Excursions and encampment events are planned with inspections by Colonel Morrison and Major Wallace.
The de facto Mexican government states the United States praises its conciliatory stance and that the recent regional conflict has been settled without harming Mexico’s dignity. It plans to recognize legations in Central and South America to foster closer Spainish American ties, naming ministers to several countries or preparing to do so.
Senate military committee approves the academy appropriation carrying 2,227,000 with potential 1,000,000 addition to the House bill for facilities work. Projected costs exceed 3,000,000 as Brigadier General Townsey urges rapid expansion to meet anticipated enrollment growth. Licenses issued for marriage include Guilford Koirstad and Frances W. Springer, Artie C. Stutler and Fannie B. Wiseman.
James Coffman age 62 of Altoona Pennsylvania, an engineer for a coal company, died when the angling he rode was struck by a runaway train on a branch of the Wealert Maryland railroad near Worthington. He was hospitalized from injuries.
The article discusses procedures for formal discharge affecting a soldier's enlistment contract with the state and removal from national guard rolls. War department guidance is awaited, while officers advocate absolute discharge and limiting future enlistments to men fully available for active service.
Reports describe ongoing combat along the river Koropicot with intense Austrian and German fire and counterattacks. In Mikoultehiite between Delatyn and Korosmezo small enemy assaults were repelled. Southwest of Lake Narcows German counterattacks yielded no gain.
Mr and Mrs J W Walden will travel to Berkeley Springs Sunday night for a several week recuperation for Mrs Walden who has been ill with kidney trouble and a weakened condition. They will be accompanied by her alone.
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