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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1916
Page
1
A Zeppelin raid on Paris Saturday night killed 24 people and injured 27 as bombs weighing up to 800 pounds caused extensive damage. The attack, likely a reconnaissance mission, prompted dimmed lights, alarmed guards, and immediate calls for retaliation.
Petrograd says in Caucasus north of Erzerum advancing troops captured a party of Askaris and their roach in aguna. In Persia south of Lake Urumtah we took prisoners, guns and ammunition. West of Hamadan we repulsed an enemy offensive.
Special to The Washington Post reports that highwaymen stopped an undertaker’s wagon carrying the body of Alekalan Agopoffsa near Petersburg on the Hopewell road. They clubbed driver George Burton into unconsciousness and fled with the corpse, wrecking the wagon after a train collision. Detectives were dispatched to Petersburg, but no arrests yet.
Havana dispatches via the Montserrat report frightful conditions in Mexico City with typhus reaching Vera Cruz and eighteen cases. many smallpox cases follow. Bombs were found in triumphal arches ready for Carranza's entry, delaying his arrival. Dispatches claim typhus abates in the city, per Carranza embassy lines.
Paris and Berlin reports claim German forces forced a two mile front advance south of the Somme with 1,270 French officers and soldiers captured. French and British dispatches say heavy bombardment and mining occurred with French gains in Artois and around Vimy while German resistance persisted.
Athens reports high Greek officials are indignant at the French occupation of the Greek fort on Karaburua peninsula last week. They believe the fort’s commandant may be court-martialed for surrendering the position without orders.
A New York World report traces the complex life of Jean Harold Edward Saint Cyr alias Jack Thompson a missing Waco Tex man tied to socialite Annie Armstrong Stewart Smith. It details his marriages to two wealthy widows his contentious career and the claim he is the husband of Mrs. Smith while a court review considers probate and inheritance issues. The piece notes Saint Cyr’s society circle at the Breakers Palm Beach and his denial of Thompson identity amid continued intrigue.
Looters shot on sight as U S troops patrol the Otay Valley after a dam break floods the region. Sailors and marines recover bodies while officials estimate death toll and await further warnings from San Diego to Imperial Beach. President Wilson heads to Milwaukee for key Western speech amid defense talks.
Washington dispatch reports Belgian Minister Havenith has purchased Montpelier near Sque1, Maryland, believing the 920 acre estate indicates a possible retirement from diplomacy. His wife, a Washington society figure, is noted for her wealth and prominence. The Tudor manor is historic, hosting generals Washington and Lafayette in days past.
The index lists wartime items including another air raid on Paris and French lines pressed back. It mentions Roosevelt in wartime stance, looting in flooded districts, and global issues from bills to politics. Other entries note Britain’s actions, ships, Zeppelins, and public notices.
Denmark faces major labor trouble, reports the Times Copenhagen correspondent. Up to 25,000 workers are expected to strike beginning Tuesday, with the majority concentrated in shipyards. The action signals broad disruption across Danish industry and port activity.
Four EH type submarines en route from New York area to Key West are under search after one reportedly vanished near Charleston bar early Sunday. The flotilla includes K-1, K-2, K-5, and E-8 with crews of four to eight. Tallahassee tender accompanies them. Fog delayed entry at Charleston. tug Mangrove deployed toward Caps Roman to assist.
Ottawa reports Gen Hughes says Britain requests immediate dispatch of 100000 men with twice that number trained and ready. Transportation arrangements completed by the admiralty. Total Canadian troops sent to date reach 148 600.
Paris fashion authority Mme Paquin says English women appear gayer than French and not as burdened by war. She predicts military styles will fade quickly this spring with no more costumes of war in the streets theaters or restaurants.
Details of a revised merchant marine bill released last night show new powers for a five member shipping board with Navy and Commerce secretaries as ex officio members. Private capital is urged, government operation only as a last resort, and stock offering to the public is planned to attract investors.
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