28 May 1915
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1915
Page
1
A late report recounts a maritime disaster in which four men lost their lives while others were swept overboard. Rescue efforts and ongoing investigations follow the wreck, with authorities urging caution and detailing initial findings about the incident.
Fragmented OCR text reports a naval disaster near Sheerness with references to the battle cruiser Bulwark, many drowned, and unclear details. It mentions a harbor, November events, and associated inquiries. The long garbled passage references a legal case over a chemical plant strike, testimony from a 14 year old, and grand jury proceedings, but facts are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR reports a village fire incident with incendiary notes and references to two named Connors. Witnesses describe a dire scene and police actions. The text implies arrests and short jail terms with mentions of release after sentences expired and insufficient pursuit.
A local speed race in Indianapolis faced a postponement due to rain, with organizers noting the event would proceed Monday if conditions improve. Competitors from Noe 28 were expected to participate, though exact revised timings were not announced.
Fragmented report outlines Allied and Central power actions across the Aegean and Eastern fronts. Battleships, torpedoings, air raids, and troop movements are noted near Constantinople, Rodos, and Sevastopol with casualties and ship losses reported. French and British air squadrons strike targets in Europe as ground fighting continues along Italian and Greek lines.
The report says several British ships have been sunk by German submarines while others, including the Italian liner, were damaged or beached. French liner and other vessels were reported aground or in distress as naval actions continued.
A garbled report outlines debates over punishments for breaches of civil duties and the role of authority. It mentions two men who refused to work and fines, public comment, and conjecture about how rulers would handle dissent. The text references protests, imprisonment, and imagined scenarios of punishment within a climate of political tension.
A report details a forgery ring operating in the area, with several men named as involved in passing checks on Horton and others. The investigation traces the group from a drill and training scene to the capture of suspects, noting a second arrest after officers found two men matching descriptions. A related event notes a charity or school distribution and upcoming commencement activities.
Fire destroyed the residence of Bara Tebe in Tupper Lake leaving Mrs Tebe and her three children dead along with Louis Perry. The Bird Club will conduct an evening observation walk tomorrow with a Chanock tram left on East side of the Fite Street bridge. Mr MacGowan will conduct an event at Munmun Cour. All interested are invited.
A cryptic report from an AEDRASTAN section notes a torpedo strike attributed to Torperg Sans Capt Greeh. The submarine was sighted, with Captain Greeh described as confident amid the incident and a large vessel implied in the scene.
The American steamer Nebraskan returned to Liverpool reporting a near-miss with a submarine and a torpedo strike that damaged a Trish vessel. Crew saved, ship partially wrecked, and authorities debated whether a mine or torpedo caused the incident. Captain Greene and an attaché prepared inquiries in London.
A local notice reports Amy Tesh and her husband to speak at Conewungy church Sunday evening May 30, with a focus on a temperance and moral program under the Womens influence.
Reading of expert witnesses describes a severe tent caterpillar outbreak across Warren County orchards. Prominent locals warn roadsides and fruit trees, including apple and cherry groves, face defoliation from nest webs and caterpillars. Officials expect a heavy season unless eradication steps are taken promptly.
In Wilkes-Barre May 24 a sensational trial centers on William Happ, manager of local ball clubs, accused of operating a lottery style promotion linked to a baseball game. A detective testified about a weekly subscription and prize envelope scheme, and the case hinges on a payment trail and attempted newspaper distribution.
A federal grand jury in New York indicted Harry K. Salomon Albert Salomon and associates for conspiring to defraud the United States by shipping rubber and related materials to conceal contraband. About 380 000 in rubber allegedly moved, with 30 barrels of resin and 178 barrels of cotton waste seized. The case involves alleged violations of American neutrality laws. Charles Clatrle, attorney, said Salomon was abroad when the war began and a Goan army reservist.
A quartet led by Guy Eviction Harold Hun nell and amhur Langdon plans to erect a camp above North Warren to be secured during the summer period. They will use two large tents and intend to stage a memorial display on Memorial Day while traveling to and from the site each day.
Fragmentary report describes a Japanese steamer Ramme wots and a May 28 incident involving a collision with Laver Bak. The article mentions a seley Vines san rammed, notes a visit to Toronto and Cam s, with unclear times and locations.
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