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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1915
Page
6
Turbulent war dispatches describe a massive clash between Bulgarian and Serbian troops with heavy bombardments across the front. Italian forces push into Austria Trentino as Austro German defenses report serious strain and Greek neutrality discussions unfold with Entente powers.
Unofficial Verons report states German assaults were repulsed in the vicinity of Givenchy and in Bouchez valley. Paris notes heavy artillery duels in Champagne as Allied forces report limited gains and ongoing combat.
New York reports fireman Leanhand Berklein of the steamer Commanche was acquitted in federal court of murder and sentenced to five years in the Atlanta federal penitentiary. The case drew public interest over the contrast with New York electrocution law. Judge Sheppard instructed the jury, leading to a manslaughter verdict rather than murder.
Arsonists started four fires around midnight at the Drewer Hop Ranch of Morst Brothers east of the city and across the American River, causing about 25000 in damage. Telephone wires were cut and power lines severed, hindering pumps. A messenger trying to reach town for aid was halted by seven armed men but continued. Hop kilca preet rent and warchoyaes were set alight.
Los Angeles Oct 22 Ventia y Mapo Carranza head of the de factor government in Mexico plans to encourage the American game of baseball as a substitute for border diversions like ball fights. Consul Agent Carillo says Carranza will limit border venues and will not recognize or permit races or Monte Carlo concessions. Your American game of baseball will be encouraged, he said.
Logen October 21. Potatoes harvested in the agricultural college experimental plot show success in preventing rhizoctonia. Seed potatoes were soaked in a corrosive sublimate solution for ninety minutes, then selected for absence of furfurain wilt or dry rot to ensure crops free of disease.
London reports show British forces averaging nearly 2500 casualties daily, with total losses including officers and men since October 1 amounting to over 2,245 officers and 50,072 other ranks. The figures indicate a sharp rise from summer averages of about 1400 daily amid recent severe combat in Belgium.
New Orleans authorities report the Villa Consulate was closed yesterday. The consular offices were delivered to local Caritiana representatives and property, with a statement of desire to contribute to the early Pacification of the country. The consul claimed recognition by the United States and Latin American republics.
Mohonk Lake report from Wyatt and Yarer portrays Puerto Ricans in poverty and overcrowded conditions under Latin American governance. They condemn unmet basic needs despite some improvements since American occupation and blame population size, proposing emigration to Santo Domingo as a remedy. Superintendent ROM Say warns of widespread hunger and slow starvation among cultural laborers and the rural poor.
Ban Marros Texas Act reports Mia Wilke heroism during a night assault by three men. Mia wrested a knife from one attacker, aiding husband Al Fred Wilke who killed a foe. Wounded, Mia killed another assailant to protect him as he faced a back shot. Wilke is seriously injured but improving.
Petrograd reports new war office brief detailing Austro-German positions captured on the southern front. Prisoners and matériel losses include 143 officers and 7,500 soldiers. several enemy positions seized near Novo Olexnats and Topouschno north of Tarnopol. Allied counterattacks and Russian offensives claim ground gains and enemy withdrawals across multiple sectors with artillery exchanges and minor captures noted.
Swedish newspapers express indignation over a German armed trawler's attack on the Ben dish submarine off Yatad yer fentag. The weather was clear and the vessel’s fog was distinguishable. The German trawler fired several shots, hoisted a false identity signal, and later sent officers to apologize and promise compensation.
Reports from The Dalles north of Mount Hood say smoke issued from the mountain. Foresters investigate as summit remains clouded. A local observer notes steam above the park and possible fountain activity, but no eruption has been reported. Mount Hood stands at 11,225 feet.
Retired list reports General Renankampfl once prominent in the Huteo Japanese war and early World War II era. He led forces in the Stemsten Invasion of Fase Prosia before reportedly being superseded for a two day delay near Warsaw. Recent notices note his captivity in Petrograd.
National Guard team won the United Service match securing the national title with a high score. Jacksonville, MA voters report a strong showing as the Army placed third and a few key competitors posted notable scores amid a tense contest.
Teletypes report an acknowledgment from Jesus Acuna certifying Carranza’s de facto Mexican government to the U S State Department. Garza claims Lopez seeks more troops for border actions as raids continue. Washington to double border agents to enforce embargo and neutrality laws while Huerta extradition remains unrequested.
Amsterdam dispatch cites a Lokal Aprelxer reporter near the Serbian front describing fierce resistance at Kerbisas. The German Austrian forces reportedly took few prisoners as Serbian troops fought to the last moment, with hand to hand clashes noted.
Swoboda, held on espionage suspicion after a June arrest on a wharf plot to board the steamship La Touraine, has been discharged. The charge was dropped and he remains detained by the prefecture pending resolution of his nationality, with French authorities stating no further charges to hold him.
The Oct 12 dispatch reviews press reaction to a reported British offer to cede Cyprus and other territories to Greece. Writers debate timing and feasibility, noting entente military strain in the Balkans and varying views on Greek intervention and Romania’s position.
The Department of State in Washington was asked to secure the release of William Tien of St. Louis, an American prisoner in Germany. He was aboard a ship bound for a European port when a train of mutes destined for European waters led to his detention. A copy of the om tie at Ty ariteville Virginia and aff aide in that city claim the American ellie jatably.
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