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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1915
Page
1
Berlin reports heavy French casualties in the Craonne area with about 1,500 French soldiers found dead in trenches and 1,100 prisoners taken. German forces claim advances on footholds near Craonne while French attacks in the Vosges and Alsace are repulsed.
In Terre Haute January 28 Rev C B Mark pastor of the Gen tenary M E church, described as the citys most fashionable church, resigned today amid rumors of improper relations with women in the congregation. He had filed divorce papers December 22 and left for San Diego under health pretense, returning to Terre Haute.
Chicago January 25 Wheat futures for May options surged to 1503 per bushel marking one of the highest levels since the Civil War as trade estimates showed only about 50 million bushels left for export. Forecasters predicted wheat at $2.00 a bushel before the war ends.
Indianapolis January 28. Governor Ralston said he had not accepted the resignation of Senator Stephen Fleming, the millionaire legislator and brewer, presented yesterday. Delegations from Fort Wayne were en route to urge Fleming to withdraw. Fleming denied resigning due to the anti lobby bill. law may prevent withdrawal, though the governor could reject the resignation. The article also notes a mention of Japanese cigarette papers made from flax and hemp trimmings.
President Wilson vetoed the immigration bill requiring a literacy test, arguing it clashes with the nation’s spirit of open entry and freedom to express views. Taft previously opposed similar measures, citing the same concerns about government restraint on opportunity and expression.
News reports from Mexico City describe chaos and fear as Provisional President Garza departs. Citizens flee the capital amid robberies and food shortages while the threat of famine looms. General Angeles may soon succeed Garza.
Petrograd January 28 reports stubborn resistance as Russian forces push toward Konigsberg in East Prussia. Heavy German artillery blocks progress by breaking ice on the Inster River while the Russian right crosses the river and moves along the west bank. The maneuver could force a German retreat and enable a broader Russian advance.
Indianapolis Jan 28 The Indiana legislative council met to discuss a bill akin to Illinois granting women the vote for all offices except constitutional officers. They appear almost certain to favor it and will immediately launch a sweeping campaign.
A Chicago report notes wheat opened higher today with May futures at 1.0 cents above last night's close and July futures at 1.35. Trading quickly moved into a range as the market absorbed early price moves amid mixed signals from California electrical work on a clock tower.
Dispatches report a Turkish army of 120000 under Djemal Pasha marching toward the Suez Canal with near shore and inland advance lines. Separate reports describe a clash near El Kantara, while German officers aid water supply via a light railway.
A fire at St Marys Hospital in Walla Walla Washington yesterday burned the building and forced the evacuation of 45 patients. The damages are reported near 50 000 dollars with a total loss uncertain pending investigations.
Cambridge Massachusetts January 28 Several Harvard professors donated their salaries to the university general fund after President Lowell reported a deficit in the university accounts Wealthy faculty members reportedly forfeited their entire salaries while others gave portions Lowell is understood to have contributed his fall salary.
New York January 28 Rev John A Holmes pastor of the Unitarian church of the Messiah testified before the federal industrial relations commissions that American universities and privately endowed foundations threaten national institutions. He argued no individual should earn more than 10000 annually and urged strong governmental oversight.
Indianapolis Jan 28 Representative Boruff introduced a bill granting prosecuting attorneys or the attorney general authority to file ouster suits against public officials for misconduct or neglect of duty.
Provisional President Garza and his government abandon Mexico City for Cuernavaca as troops evacuate. The army of occupation loiters outside, while banks and homes close. Food shortages loom and rail links to Vera Cruz are vital to avert famine as Garza’s regime plans a new seat of government.
A state banking department report shows 711 financial institutions in Indiana with total resources of 264 597 941.03 including 365 state banks 141 trust companies 28 savings banks and one mortgage guaranteed company. National banks add 248 institutions totaling 248 211 771.53 while building and loan associations contribute 53 878 749.38, bringing the grand state total to 566 688 461.942.
A Bloomington church seeks tax remission for its St. Margarets Hall home used for university girls. The Episcopal church asks the circuit court to rule that $400 yearly taxes should be waived as the home serves church purposes and is owned by Bishop Francis.
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