09 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1916
Page
1
Italians seized Gorizia in a rapid advance as forces pushed beyond the Isonzo front. Reports indicate renewed aerial raids along the eastern coast of England, with authorities monitoring for damage and disruptions.
A wartime report notes anxiety over families needing aid as soldiers write home seeking support. A local committee, led by P Dave, coordinates relief for those dependent on troops, while cautions against abuse of rosters and demands for charity. Families of Company 4 and others face varying conditions of need.
Aug 3 reports say Tualians captured Gorizia with 10,000 prisoners and large war material seized as shells hit the city and Monts Sibotino and Monte Ban Mickowlo. Vienna notes Austrian forces retreating to eastern fronts while fighting around the Gneisis region continues with stubborn resistance. Aug 9 London dispatches cite Zeppelin raids on England with casualties and bombing in scattered areas. Russian and Italian fronts show continued offensives, with gains reported near Verdun and Galicia and long-range bombardments shaping the battle lines.
A plan to widen and relocate the main carnival entrance at the Fair Grounds was approved with a week’s work. Construction aims to complete before the fair’s opening and features a gate aligned with a parade route. The change, backed by local officials, will affect access and parking for guests and exhibitors, with attractions and contests scheduled around September 6.
Washington Aug The bill to prohibit interstate commerce in products of child labor won passage in the Senate after a heated debate. Opponents from southern cotton interests argued the measure interfered with interstate commerce and guns of the late Vest. Support came from Democratic Senators and phrases about safeguarding child workers were central to the action.
Fragmented OCR text shows officials and boards discussing halting a nationwide rail stoppage. References to Peterat board, Goveniaion, and EMA IT hint at delay actions, with mentions of Mr Garralvon and various unnamed parties urging restraint and continued talks to avoid escalation. The garbled report notes potential immediate steps if talks fail.
The Cornplanter Revenue Company meeting at Warren yesterday resulted in a 3 percent extra dividend on capital stock. Directors A J Hazelline H B Taylor W F Mesner E H Allen and W D Todd were elected, JC Goale of Clarendon and W F Molynoux of Divtaderpas named as other officers. The vote approved an ex dividend on common stock and the enterprise, a leading Warren industry, continues to prosper prompting travel to Warren for the meeting.
A prominent oil city resident drowned in the Allegheny River. Initial reports indicate heart failure may have caused the death after a plunge from a bathing area. Two bystanders attempted rescue. both could not reach the victim before help arrived. Local storekeeper W. M. Croucher and others responded quickly, but the swimmer could not be saved.
Federal leaders press for a large navy build program with cruisers and submarines, as Congress debates funding. House and Senate leaders confer after Administration briefings while police court records show local cases and warnings.
In Mike Fernie British Columbia an August incident disrupted a local event leaving several injured. Emergency crews responded quickly as residents described a chaotic scene. Investigations are underway to determine the cause and any threats to public safety.
A confused OCR narrative describes a group of six gypsy automobiles traveling near Warren, with police involvement over alleged thefts. It mentions incidents in the countryside, a protest, and references to a notorious leader, while detailing damaged cars, passengers, and the chaotic scene as the caravan moves toward a distant location.
An unclear report details a serious accident on Yarver Street involving a vehicle crash and ensuing damage. The piece mentions warnings from officials and potential legal steps, with scattered references to nearby locations and people.
A man named Willard Ash, aged about 2 sad, from Chandlers Valley, was jailed last February on charges of assault and killing a woman there three years ago. The article details prior convictions, his escape, and the ongoing legal actions including a murder charge and penitentiary sentences. The narrative references related individuals and events around Youmentiile and Youngarinie, with a wartime-era tone and archaic phrasing throughout.
The article reports on August discussions of de facto government reach and constitutional questions in Washington. It notes Ambassador designate statements and U.S. presidential action involving appointments and the status of powers amid the evolving political situation.
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