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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
1
In fierce naval combat the German High Sea Fleet meets the British First Squadron in the North Sea. Both sides suffer tremendous losses in what is described as the fiercest battle of the war. British forces repel the German fleet while signaling heavy damage to German ships and casualties.
British admiralty confirmed three battle cruisers two light cruisers and five destroyers lost in a major engagement with the German fleet in the Skagerrak area. The British loss tally includes the Queen Mary Invincible Defiance Black Prince and several destroyers while Germany reports aboard heavy ships and torpedo craft losses. The clash extended into Wednesday night with both sides claiming superiority as ships returned to base.
Two arrests were made during the carnival events on Thursday night. Johnson and his wife were involved in a quarrel on Main Street near the house. knuckles and a revolver were found on suspects. Johnson paid most fines and was released. another carnival member James Riddle faced charges with a dollar and costs.
The United Press reports secretary confirms that neither Frank Hitchcock nor any official is authorized to take action in the matter. Justice Hughes is not represented by any agent, and no one has authority from the department to act on his behalf. Lawrence Green notes the surprise at Hitchcock’s possible overreach.
London dispatch says Ft Douaumont remains a focal point in the Verdun area as German forces renew heavy shelling and shift toward the east bank of the Meuse. Paris reports German persistence and fear of a British offensive driving relentless assault on the Cantemont hillside as French and German troops clash amid mounting losses.
Washington June 2 Speaker Champ Clark endorsed the Hensley peace amendment to the appropriation bill authorizing the president to convene a conference of nations to disarm and set up a tribunal to settle disputes without arms. Gardner of Massachusetts pressed objections as Clark warned against abandoning the Monroe Doctrine and urged cautious but firm preparation. The speech framed disarmament as possible only by persistent conference and readiness to deter aggression.
Kinney and his younger brother and wife were returning from St Louis to Mitchell on railway 12 when the elder Kinney disappeared between Washington and Mitchell. The missing man, described as bald with a thin bow of hair, carried a large sum of money and was last seen aboard the train with his brother and sister-in-law. The search extended to Vincennes where police were notified.
Five persons were killed and eight injured when a Rock Island passenger train plunged through a bridge weakened by a cloudburst between Clarksville and Packard Iowa early today. Two bodies were recovered and the day’s coach, two sleepers, locomotive and baggage car went into the stream. The accident prompted Rock Island officials to report the toll and cause. The narrative also notes a separate local detail about a house on West Main Street being freshly painted.
A brief notice describes graduation exercises held by the school with students, faculty, and families in attendance. The event highlighted the day’s ceremonies and reflections on student achievements.
The scene at Washington High School featured a formal program with seniors receiving diplomas and gifts. Students and teachers gathered in decorated gymnasiums as Ruth Colbert and Blanche Wise led the procession. Reverend W R Phipmer praised Dr Arthur Bishly and the Episcopal bishop attended, marking a notable school event continued on page six.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Vaine Washington and a Sunday event with crowds. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text. no coherent details available to confirm date, venue, or outcome.
A large visitor crowd is expected next Sunday for the annual initiation of the Knights of Columbus in Evansville. The ceremony includes the first and second degrees, with Rev. Father Hillebrandy officiating and Rev. William Reland among celebrants. A banquet at St Simon's School Hall, with Kiefer's Orchestra, follows, as local women host the guests and a commemorative program features speeches by Hon. J. Veneman and Rev. James Holland.
Report from Paris on June 22 describes German aircraft attacked by French machines. Two German planes were shot down or forced to disengage while French forces claimed success in the skies near the capital.
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