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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1915
Page
8
A prominent American is reported killed in Mexico City amid war coverage. Observers note the British advance toward Neuve Chapelle portends broader Allied offensives, with Germany expected to retaliate as Britain reinforces frontline troops.
Mrs John D Rockefeller died at 10 20 am at the Pocantico Hills country home near Tarrytown after a long illness. John D Rockefeller and son rushed from Ormond Fla on learning of her condition. Daughter-in-law Mrs E Parmalee Prentice was present. Born Laura Celestia Spelman in Wadsworth Ohio in 1839 she married Rockefeller in Cleveland in 1864 and raised four children. Her eldest daughter Ressie died in France in 1906. she leaves Rita Edith and John D Rockefeller III.
London reports sweeping Allied advance around Neuve Chapelle signals early western front operations. Germans may retaliate to keep western forces intact while Britain ferries fresh troops. Far north, Hindenburg presses Prausnysz flank. battle line spans about 301 miles along the Niemen to Vistula. Constantinople life remains normal despite Turkish capital panic reports.
Greece seeks to reassure France that its neutrality policy is unchanged under the new ministry. Prime Minister Ghoumaris tells Havas correspondents in Athens that Greece will act in line with past practice, avoiding hostility while affirming loyalty to Serbia and ongoing ties with Romania. He stresses gratitude to France and a watchful stance toward regional integrity.
London sources report the Russian Black Sea fleet plans an active bombardment of the Bosphorus ports today in support of allied forces pushing through the Dardanelles from the south.
London dispatch reports Bulgaria moving heavy artillery to Janthe near the Greek frontier per Saloniki reports relayed by the Daily Mail. The development signals intensified military activity on the Balkan front amid ongoing tensions.
Indianapolis March 12 Robert Lloré a policeman among 88 who pled guilty to conspiracy to corrupt elections testified in the 28 defendants selection cases saying Mayor Donn M Roberts of Terre Haute thanked him for his work last election day He testified about driving a city car and transporting men from saloons to the Bagdad precinct He described a frameup plan by Hilton Redman and Night Chief John Nugent and said two detention cells were built and used on election day He alleged Nugent guided officers to the crematory to arrest men guarding voting machines.
Secretary McAdoo underwent an appendectomy in Washington on March 12. Doctors reported the operation successful and the patient in favorable condition. Mrs McAdoo, President Wilsons youngest daughter, accompanied him to the hospital and waited in the anteroom until it was finished.
The ministerial declaration by M. Ghournaris issued in Athens on March 10 after the new cabinet was formed. It expresses belief that neutrality is imperative as Greece wishes to protect its national interests.
New York report on Mme Jeanne Perichon the sole Order of Leopold recipient touring the United States with Countess de Hemptinne. They aim to raise funds to rehabilitate Belgium's lace industry and Perichon vows to slay the Kaiser, recounting atrocities she allegedly witnessed under fire.
Peking March 12. Japan has definitely modified her attitude toward China regarding compliance with the demands she pressed upon the Chinese republic after occupying the German concession at Kiao-Chow. The altered stance has driven two months of negotiations in Peking as the sub plot.
The American steamer Antills from New York February 9 for Malmo and Copenhagen is at Dundee discharging part of her cargo to go before a British prize court. The Antilla came to Kirkwall February 26 and was detained there. She reached Dundee March 10.
Washington reports the shooting of American John B. McManus in Mexico City as Zapata troops entered the capital. His house bore a flag and doors were sealed by the Brazilian consul. Gen Salazar promised punishment and food deliveries, while officials warned of danger to foreigners. News notes cabinet meetings and formal investigations as Obregon's departure precedes Zapata entry.
New York Nova March 2 Captain Thierichsen of Liverman auxiliary cruiser Pring Filter Wried rich bag estimates repair of his cabin will take about the Weela. The crew of the Frye were paid off today but held for statements for diplomatic talks over the sinking. A Bailey, French consul at Norfolk, handles transit of 88 first class Floride passengers who are refused admission and to remain aboard the Prinz Kitel Fried rich until disposition is made.
Washington reports say confidential findings show the German auxiliary cruiser Prinz Eitel Friedrich in drydock at Newport News Virginia is unfit for sea and likely to be interned. Assistant Secretary Peters told President Wilson the German commander would not risk another voyage. Sworn statements from Frye crewmen were requested as part of ongoing investigations into the sinking of the American ship Frye. Captain Kiehne's forthcoming Washington visit will prompt further interviews and factual collection.
Report describes unrest during the evacuation of Oregon and Zapata troops in Mexico City. British residents looted properties. 190 people injured in the disorder. A formal demand to Gen Salazar seeks punishment for Zapata officials in the John B. McManus murder and reparations to his family. Chicago attorney Robt C McManus says John B McManus likely never lived there and that his brother Thomas is the Mexico City lawyer.
Udapest March 12 Downstairs Szechenyi formerly Miss Gladys Van derbilt lies dangerously ill of smallpox contracted in a military hospital where she nursed wounded Austrian soldiers. She is reported recovering as Count Bzechenyi’s regiment serves on the front. New York March 12 Mrs Cornelius Vanderbilt has not yet learned of her daughter's illness.
German bride Kate Kluger and Japanese husband Yazuzo Yazu no arrived in New York from Italy aboard the Ancona after a seven month honeymoon in Saarbrucken. German officials balked at the marriage after Japan entered the war, but the American consul secured their release from jail since Yazuzo had lived 17 years in the United States. Another ceremony was performed on arrival.
London reports the British government extended the absolute contraband list on March 22. Items include wool, woolen yarns, yarns, copper, iodine, lubricants, hides, leather suitable for military equipment, paraffin wax, tires, ammonium salts, and various chemical products.
An American woman identified as Mrs. Fenner was attacked on Avenue Kléber in Paris by a man believed to be Belgian driver Robert Jansens. She was cut with a razor, Jansens tried to slit his own throat, both were hospitalized. injuries serious but not fatal, and expected to recover.
Readable fragments show temperature readings with times and ranges like midnight to early morning and afternoon values. Listed figures include 10 to 14 degrees and dated notes referencing years 1912 and 1914 with modest fluctuations. The text is partial and obscured, providing only scattered numeric ranges and vague time stamps.
In New York on March 12, defense lawyers for Harry K. Thaw failed to dismiss the indictment in the Matteawan conspiracy case. The court ruled New York County juristic authority valid and rejected claims that no crime occurred. Thaw and co defendants remain charged while motions and a possible habeas corpus route were discussed as the trial continued.
March 12. Mayor Mitchel pledged in a Brooklyn meeting under the Woman Suffrage Party that he would vote for woman suffrage in November. He said it was only a matter of time before women would vote in this state. Some attendees recalled his remark last May that he believed women did not need any protection to bring them into public life.
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