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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1915
Page
1
German and French forces clash along the Meuse with St Mihiel as an objective as Berlin concedes withdrawals from two villages. French and Belgian units tense along the front while Muscovite troops hold most passes and Hungarians face new threats in the plains.
London reports the Carpathians and the Uzsok pass as centers of heavy fighting. Russians have crossed the first range and threaten behind Austro German lines, while Austrians seek German reinforcements. Large Austrian losses and captures are claimed in the Lupkow Tass and Baligrad-Ustok sectors amid a wider eastern push toward Hungary.
London dispatch notes renewed French offensives around St Mihiel Meuse and Moselle as French and eastern allies push to force German forces from the area. Berlin confirms outpost withdrawals at Regnieville and Fay en Haye per a prearranged plan while claiming German repulses against heavy attacks.
London April 7 The British cabinet debated prohibition with wavering support for a total wartime ban. Lloyd George urged drastic measures while distilling interests push for a hands off stance. A ban on spirits might pass while beer and light wines stay legal. Archbishop Canterbury calls for a voluntary pledge to abstain during the war. He appeals to national duty and discipline to aid the war effort.
Former Mexican dictator Victoriano Huerta, en route from Spain, arrives in New York aboard the Antonio Lopez for his first U S visit. Officials say he may discuss leadership in exile with Mexican followers in New York or seek residence there.
Bullets from the Mexican side struck outskirts of Brownsville during a brief clash between Carranza and Villa factions. No soldiers or residents were injured, but locals requested protection from U S authorities.
The Independent published Count Okuma's message from Tokyo asserting Japan adheres to equal opportunity, denies seeking a China monopoly, and expects a near satisfactory conclusion to negotiations with China. Mehmed V praises the U S and German soldiers, discusses Dardanelles, and expresses concern for civilians and the Beuvet wreck. Bryan urges prohibition stance in Democratic ranks.
London reports the official casualty total from Neuve Chapelle dated March 22. It lists 1,843 noncommissioned officers and men from 79 regiments, with 573 killed and 1,107 wounded, plus 76 died of wounds and 8 listed as missing.
London reports the Earl of Crawford born in 1871 has enlisted as a private in the Royal Army Medical Corps for the duration of the war.
Vera Cruz April 7. General Obregon reports a sharp Mexican Central Railway battle near Gelaya and Ira Buato where Villa commanded in person. The combat lasted about 40 hours with Villa’s forces retreating. over 1000 of his dead left on the field and 400 taken prisoners. Obregon says he will press the advance against Carranza.
Special to the Washington alley reports Mrs Mary Carr of Ann Arbor and her companion William E. Smith were arrested in Detroit after a baby carried upside down during a trip was dropped and trod upon by the companion. The incident occurred as Mrs Carr, absorbed in conversation, held the infant with its head where its feet should be.
The Hague forms an international peace committee with delegates from every country. The United States will be represented by Henry Van Dyke, American Minister, who will address the first meeting. The move follows sympathy with the Dutch antiwar council as reported by the Rotterdam desk.
Reports from Italy note sudden departure of the Mediterranean fleet from Spezia Gaeta and Maddalena Island to Augusta and Taranto. The powerful squadron, led by new dreadnoughts including Conte Cavour, reshapes naval balance as authorities keep plans hidden from most officials. A second item mentions Colombia Theater Mat today with Waslens Comedy Co presenting The Rose Maid.
A Paris cable reports Kaiser Wilhelm said Austria and Germany will not tire of telling their children that Italy caused their downfall. He vowed to win back losses and seize Venice as interest even if it takes ten or twenty years, according to an Austrian officer who heard the remark.
Bucharest April 7 Austrian forces win fresh ground for a considerable distance along the River Prath and have passed the Dniester. They are reported advancing toward Kamenits Podolsky in Russian territory. Russians are believed to permit the advance to defeat the Austrians in open field.
The case against Traymond Swoboda, accused of setting the La Touraine fire, has moved from civil to military jurisdiction. He faces espionage and arson charges. Local notices advertise travel and fares for New Fork and Keture and Baltimore & Ohio service with schedules and prices.
President Wilson held a White House conference with Russian Ambassador George Bakhmetev amid renewed talk of a commercial treaty with Russia and possible linkage to inspection of Austrian detention camps for prisoners of war. Officials push for expanded American trade while last treaty faced abrogation over passport discrimination issues. Austrian Ambassador Constantin Truntha urged personal US involvement.
A fragmented issue index lists world events and domestic notes. Items reference French action on the Meuse, Huerta’s movement, treaty talks, and naval activity, with political and social notices interspersed.
Special to The Washington Test from New York on April 7 reports Charles Heide of Williams Bridge was fined 250 dollars and given three months to think over in the White Plains jail after a jury found him guilty of third degree assault. Heide, married, kissed Elizabeth Murphy on the Hartsdale road and had never met her before the incident.
Special to The Washington Post. William Esser sought water from an old Flatbush well after a dispute with the Flatbush Water Company. Tonight he was buried by earth at the bottom of the well as 465 workers labor in three shifts, digging in sand that slid repeatedly. It was unclear if he survived, and rescuers expected at least two days to reach him.
Mrs Marguerite Upton Hopkins wife of Sherbourne Hopkins leaves her husband to pursue a stage career in vaudeville. She plans a fashion review with ten women and vows to seek true love even if it means marrying a hundred times. Her husband is reportedly in Central America facing a divorce suit. The Hopkins family has notable Washington links to Mexican interests and past elopements.
Captain Thierichens orders internment of the German auxiliary cruiser and crew after failing to receive expected relief. The ship will be brought to Norfolk and Portsmouth for internment, while allied merchant ships in port are released to sail. Officers are despondent, hoping for relief to avoid destruction.
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