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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1916

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Carranza claims Villa's defeat. pursuit to Santa Clara

From El Paso March 21 United Press The Carranza forces report a severe defeat of Villa's troops with Villa retreating into the Santa Clara mountains to escape a trap. Pershing wires confirm pursuit from the north while American columns move toward Namiquipa. Gavira taunts reports of dispositions as gathering to close the net. Casualties and exact numbers are unclear as wires are down and reports vary.

T. Conkle United Press Staff Fi Paso Texas Carranza Villa Santa Clara W Mountains Pershing Grvira Juarez Here Casas Grandes Francisco el Paso Tex Gaviry Villael United States Cavalry Dodd Cruses Namiquipa Santa Clara Canon Guerrero Mountains Tele Maken Col. de O Carranza Nemighipa Gavira Guerrero Chihuahua Cot Cano el Valle Wilistax Namaiquipa

Bulgarian Premier Attacked by Assassin

Premier Radoslavoff of Bulgaria was attacked while riding in an open carriage in Sofia. A postal employee named Ivenoff fired two shots. the first misfired, the second wounded the premier’s conductor. Ivenoff was overpowered and the premier escaped unharmed.

London Radoslavoff Bulgaria Sofis Romie Paris Vanoft Thei Conchoan Ivenoff

Naval Engagement Off The Belgian Coast

British destroyers clashed with German forces off the Belgian coast in a combat reported near March 21. The British statement claims four British ships engaged the German fleet as both sides traded fire in a rare engagement after weeks of quiet.

Belgian Tus Gérmai Paris Heer

Permanent county Odd Fellows body formed at Wa-Viess meeting

A county meeting of Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodges in Wa-Viess initiated a plan to form a permanent county organization. Officers named include Albion R. Ellis as president and George E. Reeve as vice president. Each lodge will appoint a representative to coordinate with the new officers and select meeting locales for future county gatherings.

Odd Fellow Rebekah Wa- Viess Ottia Odd Fellows Odd Fellowship Albion R. Eilis George E. Reeve Mabel Biddinger Montgowerr Mary E. Etlison Stipp Michiga City Reudkah Assemubts

Rasans Gain Bigisting Victories at Verdup Front

London reports distinct Russian victories at both ends of the Verdup front after heavy fighting around Verdup. The Russian commander in chief Kuropatkin led the army as Austrian sources admit a long artillery and infantry battle ending with a retreat to avoid annihilation.

London Verdup Oprel Kuropatkin Austelah War Office En Inpo

Eureka Rebekah Lodge Public Meeting Draws Attendance

Members of the Eureka Rebekah lodge hosted a public meeting from 7 to 8:30 oclock with officers delivering talks. Strong attendance and praise from local members and the grand master followed, as judges and speakers presented on the event.

Eureka Rebekah Lodge Pallowides Uirard Plainville Ledec

Washington cabinet backs formal written working agreement on Villa hunt

President Wilson and his cabinet agreed that the United States should assent to General Carranza suggestion for a formal written working agreement to carry the Villa pursuit in Mexico. A message to Carranza is planned and inquiries about border troop numbers were discussed. Mr and Mrs Ernest Bishop and Arthur returned from Cincinnati after weeks visiting relatives.

Washington,d. C Wilson Carranza Villa Mexico Textea

Confederate Uniform Burial Noted in Hopkinsville

Buried Confederate uniform and old army blankest used in Civil War ceremony for Vic A. Tandy 74, Hopkinsville Ky. March 21. Doctor Caring Aurora, DL died in Texas March 21 after contracting typhus while traveling to a mission in Mexico.

Hopkinsville Ant Vic A. Tandy Tex Caring Aurora

Army reinforces Washington marching order in March plea

Army dispatches from Washington report a surge in defense posture amid a March plea to rally support. Officials emphasize readiness as tensions rise with a large opposing force, urging swift public backing and national unity.

Grandmother Bailey Dies After A Long Life Of Service

Mrs. Alice Balles Bailey known as Grandma Bailey died at her daughter's home on Campbells Avenue after a long life of community activity. Born August 16, 1924 in Manchester, she leaves three children Robert Schofield, Robert Batley, and Mrs. Marc Seymour, plus grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a longtime member of the Baptist church and a gifted quilter renowned for a quilt a year for fifty years.

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