16 Mar 1915
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1915
Page
1
Fragmented court report shows witness testimony about drinking and alleged acts at two taverns. Attorneys for the defendants argued against the applicant’s claims while the jury weighed evidence on the conduct of the accused and the credibility of witnesses. The proceedings continued into the afternoon with further cross examination and testimony from local residents and officials.
Stewart, a former Foley Dray company employee, was arrested after multiple counterfeit checks were passed at local stores including a grocery and Hill’s shop. He allegedly used altered checks drawn on the Wasrea Nations Bank, with endorsements by War and Rey Sawart. He faced Justice Wheeler with remand in default of $308 bond. Police continue to investigate other potential passes.
Warren school board awarded contracts totaling 17029.68 for Dressat High School alterations to comply with new codes. Key work includes auditorium capacity adjustments to 700, rear wall remodeling, stairway redesigns, and gallery enlargement, with bids from Reedon and Beckley firms.
New York March 15 Justice Page denies Thaw’s motion for return to the We Wramshhire asylum. The court rules commitment to be unsafe and remands the case to reform to the asylum. A writ of habeas corpus is issued by John B Blenenfeld to enforce Thaw’s return, and Thaw remains in custody at the Tombs until Friday morning appearance before Justice Dive.
Announcement from the Admiralty reports total ship losses or captures in the ongoing conflict. The tally through March includes numerous British merchant vessels interned, captured, or destroyed as wartime actions escalate. Leader Winston Churchill announced the developments, highlighting the severity of the naval confrontation.
The report notes Sean Washington acting to place himself between factions in the Ohio coal strike, seeking to avert a broader crisis. He has pursued dawn-to-dusk actions to broker a possible agreement, with repeated efforts to calm tensions and push for a settlement, even as opposing sides hold firm.
The Great ship Pennsylvania saw its launch at Newport News Shipyard with thousands witnessing the moment. The ceremony marked a milestone in naval construction as the battleship entered service potential and showcased U.S. maritime engineering.
The piece details the launch of the Pennsylvania battleship amid celebrations with Governors Sten of Virginia and Crum Haigh of Pennsylvania in attendance. It notes speed, size, armor, armament, and costs, with comparisons to earlier ships and British naval power, and mentions a ceremonial reception with officials and a Chamberlin event.
The text of the note has not yet been made public. It notes a German answer and indicates the receiver’s ETA remains pending, with the date of receipt given as some day ago.
A historical wire report outlines Britain's blockade order and the U S protest over interdiction of war materials to Germany. It notes Britain's proclamation and the difficulty of enforcing it at sea, with delayed U S reaction and concern over neutral rights and shipping.
A Rome watch states that a portion of the stalten eet Iz Delay is concentrated at Taran to. It is reported that the Italian government has ordered the expat ion of correspondents of the VE Enea Tageblatt and the Franturer Beltung frem Italy.
A measure introduces compensation for liquor dealers forced from business, detailing eligibility and methods of payments. The proposal aims to offset losses incurred by those shut down through regulatory action or market pressures. The decision could affect nexus between enforcement and economic relief for affected retailers.
Hardsboro March 13 motion proposes sweeping appropriation bills to fund state aid for charitable and educational institutions. Separate petitions would itemize amounts from prior year expenditures, referred to appropriations committees, with bills sent to the Senate by March’s second Monday or later and no earlier than the final Monday of April. The act also includes provisions for a register of assets, compensation for petitioners, and county revenue allocations, plus court jurisdiction on fines and licensing.
The Dana Euthersn church trustees report strong support for a concert to aid the stricken church. Funds aim to cover the main theater rent and orchestra costs with Edminson’s choir providing pieces like Bowens For a Wild Rose and Love’s Old Sweet Song likely to draw large attendance from the community.
Langepert Maren Angle of Slamtera testified on the stand about her relationship with Ballou. She said Ballou asked her to marry him several times, which she refused due to disapproval of his conduct. The witness appeared emotionally affected, wiping tears as she spoke.
The article reports that Rene Palmer, formerly of Pennsylvania, was appointed to the Court of Claims, succeeding Juntlee Howery who recently resigned. Palmer’s nomination had been anticipated since his recent run for the United States Senate in Pennsylvania. The post carries a salary of 46,000 per year.
The crew of the American steamship Decia, which served on a French cruiser in breach waters on February 68, arrived in New York aboard the French ship Rochambeau. Ten officers were taken as close prisoners, while 22 men were in Vestemrane.
Dozen of Warren residents appeared before Eric Pentendas to detain the grand jury in the North Warren Port Office robbery case in Morrewuen last evening. Caldwell, the Penney tania relief detective, was the lone official to return Warren and Re Bent to Erin this morning, as witnesses face possible delays and a new grand jury date was not yet set.
The Senate approved a joint resolution proposing a woman suffrage amendment to the state constitution by a vote of 51 to 9. The chamber buzzed with enthusiasm as supporters wore yellow blooms and applauded the historic decision.
Ernest Baral Baynes spoke to a large audience on Wild Winds and How to Attract Then. He urged community action and shelter for newcomers, leading to a Barn Club forming with President Leroy MusGowan Secretary J. Crazy Treasurer Sites Atlene Miller. The local organization will be permanently affected with next meeting date announced through The New.
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