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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1915
Page
8
Austrians press along the Isonzo River with about 45 000 troops and 64 artillery batteries as heavy fighting intensifies on Monteparalba. Italian wounded are transported home in a train decorated with flowers from patriotic women and loved ones.
Westmoreland Barts of Loudoun announces candidacy for governor as the Virginia Farmers Institute leader joins a four‑way Democratic primary field. Det Paceisson, Jon Garland Pollard, and Byrd are among potential contenders, creating Virginia’s most watched political contest in years.
London reports that Dunrobin Castle, the Highland home of the Duke of Sutherland, was partly destroyed by fire today. The castle seven miles from Inverness in Scotland was serving as a hospital with wounded soldiers evacuated, along with valuable pictures and items. Dunrobin is a modern structure built over an older fortress.
Obituaries and funeral notices for multiple individuals with dates in June 1915 and June 1918. Interments at Arlington National Cemetery Rock Creek Cemetery and private grounds. Names include Buell, Elmore, Hanback, Hiram, Moore, Josepha, and relatives. Services at St Pauls Lutheran, Church of the Holy Comforter, and other chapels, with remainders to Arlington and private interments. Locations include Washington DC area streets and addresses.
Berlin dispatch reports seventeen spies arrested in Belgium over troop movement data on Belgian railways. A court martial condemned eleven to death and six to 77 years penal servitude. On June 7 eight of the accused were executed. three sought pardons with decisions pending.
Special to The Washington Post from New York reports the New York American's push for a union of neutral nations to protect neutral rights in the European war. Seventy of 106 senators and representatives favored a neutral rights union with 42 supporting broader inclusion. Replies from seventeen governors and one former governor show eight backing coordinated international action, five favor including all neutrals, and four propose limiting the union to the two Americas.
A midnight strike of 14 500 Chicago surface and elevated traction workers led to orders for crews to finish runs and return cars to barns. Police prepared to protect workers starting Tuesday and 500 officers were deployed. The walkout, after wage disputes, extends to Hammond and nearby interurban lines, with suburban services to begin and no resumption until Tuesday.
London June 14 The Standard Oil tank steamer Platuria formerly German Dia Mant now under American registry has again been seized by British admiralty and taken to Kirkwall Scotland. The oil laden ship bound for Malmo Sweden has been detained for cargo investigation marking the third time authorities have detained her.
Petrograd reports Russian torpedo boats attacked Samsun on the Black Sea on the night of June 10. The official statement says Turkish port buildings were destroyed and many enemy boats sunk, with Breslau damaged in combat.
Whitman supporters urge him to announce his presidential bid at Amherst College June 30. Gov Whitman has boosters in Washington preparing the way while his Western trip is viewed as strengthening his prospects. Reporters in each stop pressed him on Becker first, then the presidency as the national GOP debates continue.
Rome June 13 The Oficial Journal publishes a decree seizing merchant ships of Italy s enemies in ports of the kingdom and colonies. Boats destined for auxiliary cruiser service will be captured and other ships may be requisitioned for the war s duration. Perishable goods sold. neutral merchandise delivered to consignees unless requisitioned against indemnity. A second decree bans export of all foodstuffs not on prior lists.
A Wisconsin tornado killed twelve persons and left thirty injured in an eight mile wide strip from two miles east of Ferryville to near Seneca. The storm damaged every farmhouse in Crawford County and disrupted telephone and telegraph lines as it moved along the Mississippi River.
The Weather Bureau reports no relief soon as extreme June heat causes several heat prostrations in Washington. Two patients were treated at Emergency Hospital for heat exhaustion and hysteria, including Edward Ostrander and Minnie Sullivan, both described as in non serious condition.
Police raided a Northwest apartment near Dupont Circle late Saturday night arresting twenty or more men and women on gambling charges. Thomas Welsh and James Guy face per mitting gambling charges with $20 collateral posted. Witnesses held for police court.
Graduation exercises open at College Park Maryland Agricultural College with a baccalaureate sermon by Rev Dr Randolph H McKim. Weeklong program includes class day address by Harry Kefauver, alumni events, competitive drills and the annual commencement ball. Dr Charles E Munroe to speak at Wednesday exercises.
The Times reports a German government plan to increase bread rations for workers in hard manual labor and to relax compulsory bread tickets in tourist areas. It notes flour reserves are about double those at the first supply census and suggests 1915 harvest consumption may not start before late September.
Charleston witnesses a sudden ceremony as Miss Margaret Britton of Washington married Naval Lieutenant H Wells Rusk Jr at St George Dorchester with a small party. Friends noted the couple had known each other briefly. Rusk declined comment.
Treasury officials pursue a Kentucky ledgers scheme tied to distillers and minor revenue employees. Authorities say the collusion resembles the 1874 whisky ring, with estimated losses exceeding 20 million dollars over ten years across Southern states. Col. Bouldin leads Kentucky inquiry while Osborn warns against premature publicity.
Special to The Washington Post reports Kitty Powers, ex-wife of Hip Sing Tong leader Fong Pong, died in a 2 by 4 cubbyhole at 12 Pell Street New York after a long opium ordeal. Police and detectives guarded the rotting shanty as her wealthy Massachusetts parents sought her, with death blamed on opium withdrawal.
Norfolk Va June 13 More than twenty German sailors are reported missing from the interned cruisers Prinz Eitel Friedrich and Kronprinz Wilhelm Two weeks ago fourteen were said to be missing Some officers are believed to have deserted to join relatives in Western cities and stay in America for good Official confirmation is unavailable with denials described as half hearted and coming only through the Navy Department
Petrograd reports an official statement saying German forces have bombarded Ossowetz fortress at five o'clock each evening for several days. The bombardment continues until sunset, yet the fortress has not been seriously damaged despite heavy artillery.
French infantry stormed the German lines southeast of Hebuterne and North of the Quennevies farm, taking over a hundred prisoners from four regiments. They repelled counterattacks, bombarded Soissons, and pushed through Baden regiment defenses with heavy artillery fire, claiming decisive gains and noted German praise.
Petrograd dispatches report 200 mounted Cossacks charged a trench in Oli chai Valley, dismounted under heavy fire, then sabered Turks. More than 100 were killed in the action, a swift and decisive engagement described by reports from the front.
A $2,000 budget will cover all municipal Fourth of July expenses as the Independence Day committee led by Commissioner Newman organizes fundraising. Donations may go to Chairman Poole or Edmund S. Wolfe at District National Bank, with about 60 percent for fireworks. Subcommittees finalize membership and plan events around the monument base display.
Herman Ridder argues that American claims to humanity are hypocritical while Germany inflicts losses on German families. He calls for international arbitration on disputes like Lusitania and urges clearer neutral rights, submarine conduct, and a unified approach to stopping Britain’s starvation policy through direct notes to Great Britain.
The American League to Limit Armaments sent President Wilson a composite letter signed by 58 college presidents. They endorse his stance toward Germany and urge a peaceful adjustment, proposing a Washington meeting of neutrals to assert noncombatant rights. Secretary L Hollingsworth Wood notes 146 colleges in the league with 58 endorsements.
Norfolk June 13 United States collier Ulysses will sail for Cristobal with no Germans or Austrians on board after nineteen were discharged here. Officials cited protection concerns amid potential trouble with French or English subjects in the Canal Zone. The Ulysses carries coal and will pass through the canal.
President Wilson waited at Arlington for rain to stop before the Confederate Memorial day unveiling of the Southern Cross. His White House car returned to the executive mansion after a heavy shower interrupted the ceremony. Secretary Daniels witnessed the unveiling as officials and attendees adapted to the weather.
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