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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1915
Page
1
A massive blaze devastated Hopewell Virginia burning 300 buildings across 60 of 80 acres. About 10,000 displaced, martial law declared as militia guarded property. Du Pont plant spared while town’s wooden structures burned under 22 mph winds. People fled toward Petersburg and City Point seeking shelter.
New York dispatch says Germany will appoint successors for Boy-Ed and Von Papen without breaking diplomatic ties. Possible new attachés include Major Herwarth von Bittenfeld or Capt. Ewald Hecker, with Boy-Ed's replacement not yet learned and Thierichena from the gunboat Prinz Eitel Friedrich frequently mentioned.
A Washington dispatch to the New York World reports President Wilson recalled a Ford joke after seeing three Fords and an automobile in front of the White House. The dying man asks to bury his Ford, explaining the car pulled him from many holes and may pull him out of this one.
Britain informed the United States that the Hocking and Genesse will be moved to prize court review and the Winnebago and Kankakee will be freed on bond. The Hocking and Genesse will be the test cases, transferred from Halifax and St Lucia to London to speed disposition, after U S protests over requisition. The Transatlantic equity filings claim American ownership of all shares to challenge the seizure.
Madrid reports Count Alvaro de Romanones chosen by King Alfonso to form a new Spanish government succeeding the Dato cabinet. He vows no change in policy on international questions, naming a cabinet with Duke of Alba as minister of foreign affairs and Gen. de Luque as minister of war.
London dispatch reports the British steamer Veria and the Greek steamer L. G. Goulandris sunk after torpedo attack. Crews of both ships were saved, with Goulandris' men landed at Alexandria.
Four German firemen were removed from the American steamships Coamo and Carolina by the French cruiser Descartes near San Juan Porto Rico. The US State Department says immune sailors aboard American vessels are protected unless active German forces. No official advices yet, but prior cases support immunity.
President Wilson traveled to Columbus Ohio by special train for two speeches and a reception at the State Capitol. He will address the noon luncheon of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce on business and speak at night to the Churches of Christ in Federal Council of America on farming problems. He rests at a Columbus hotel until noon. The only political event is the afternoon reception organized by Franklin County Democratic organization.
Paris reports the fourth Allied war council session produced a decision of great importance, details undisclosed. Indications suggest an agreement on Balkan military conduct with England hinting at withdrawing expeditionary forces from Serbia. Joffre reportedly opposes withdrawal. Russia, represented by Admiral Rouzsié, attends alongside Kitchener and Grey. British ambassador and GB delegates present.
Fire devastates Honewell facility prompting evacuation of seamen from U S ships. British stance shows Serbia retreat noted by analysts. Admiral Luglow dead referenced in a four-letter clue. Fraud cases surface involving Frances Usew Wilson name. Garrison hints compulsory service debate as ship bill moves forward. Waterways Congress sits, Mexico names ambassador, art gallery site selected and school board hearing on charges underway.
Turkish official statement reported through Amsterdam says forces between Mahadi and Aden are advancing toward Aden through southern Arabia near the Red Sea. London dispatches note the Turkish threat causes no alarm as Aden remains fortified. previous July advances failed. Aden, Arabias chief trading city with about 60 000 people, was British captured in 1839.
Special Cable reports in Constantinople that Field Marshal von Mackensen arrived and inspected the Dardanelles. Heavy Austrian artillery passes through the city en route to the straits while bread and sugar prices soar amid shortages and fear.
London December 9 The largest labor organization in England's history was formed today uniting about 2,000,000 workers for offensive or defensive actions over wages and working conditions. The alliance includes the Miners Federation the National Union of Railwaymen and the National Transport Workers Union. Joint action requires the consent of all three member bodies.
Albany Dec 9 Oscar Straus of New York former ambassador to Turkey and 1912 Progressive governor candidate was chosen by Gov Whitman as member and chairman of the down State public service commission to succeed Edward E McCall who was removed from office on Monday.
Reports from Douglas describe three hundred Villa soldiers killed and about a hundred captured as Gen. P. Hlagh Callen led a rapid relief of the Carranza detachment under Gen. Angel Flores five miles north of Fronteras. The remaining Villa forces dispersed after the clash late today.
British and French forces in southeastern Serbia are retreating before Bulgarian attacks aided by German artillery. Reports say two successive British withdrawals have occurred, with Bulgarians tightening pressure near the Greek border as Entente lines fall back to new positions. Four towns near the frontier were captured by Bulgarians, heightening concern over broader operations in the region.
The German Chancellor states that if enemies propose peace compatible with Germany’s dignity and safety, they will consider it. He argues peace proposals won’t end the conflict quickly, cites small nations’ plight while England fights, and says true peace must prevent future war. He emphasizes unity, sufficient food, and that the economic unit from Arras to Mesopotamia cannot be crushed.
Dr. Wilfred T. Grenfell, renowned for aiding Labrador fishermen, has accepted command of a Harvard University sent hospital unit in France. He will depart around December 14 and return in the spring to continue his Labrador work.
Russian mounted scouts penetrated German lines at Petrogred in a night raid, seizing two generals and seven staff officers along with several Red Cross doctors. The mission ended within minutes as Germans and Austrians fled. one colonel died attempting escape while the prisoners were escorted back to Russian lines with light losses.
Berlin declares Germany ready to consider peace proposals compatible with its dignity and safety. Von Bethmann-Hollweg warns allies must present terms later if current proposals fail. He argues Germany can endure, disputes rumors of collapse, and criticizes Entente aims and small-state claims as masking Prussian militarism.
Ottawa dispatch reports Corporal John D Dolan of Washington DC, member of the Canadien contingent, killed in action as casualty lists list him among those fallen. Details indicate his service with allied forces during wartime. The notice confirms his death and military affiliation.
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