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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1915
Page
1
German forces press toward Warsaw after defeating the Russian army in pursuit. Officials indicate intention to take the Polish capital as the major objective, with assurances that securing the city may satisfy their strategic aims.
Report from Rome notes evacuation of Warsaw as Austro German offensive in the East continues. Russians retreat to the Brest line with rear guard actions, while German forces push near Narew Vistula and Bug fronts. Berlin reports high Russian losses between Pilica and the Baltic. Austrians threaten Trieste and munitions plant. German and French artillery duels continue at Hooge and Soudier as Reisch-Acker-Kopf positions face attacks.
In Today's Standard the editor notes progressives will fight next year while war developments unfold. Reports mention Russians possibly relinquishing Warsaw and a wheat crop in Alberta. A Pontifical mass by an apostolic delegate is noted in the Russian duma with delegate in Helena this week.
Deputy minister HR Craig says Alberta will harvest about 24 million bushels of spring wheat, an 160 percent rise from last year, with oats yield also up as rainfall is widespread. He notes uniformly good stands, general rainfall, minor hail, and expectations of higher per acre yields across 1.45 million acres.
Tacoma Aug 1 William J Bryan spoke to about 12 000 at Tacoma Stadium arguing that war prep causes war and noting 30 peace treaties signed during his tenure as secretary of state He affirmed his joint efforts with the president and said the treaties will stand in the capitals of nations Mr and Mrs Bryan remained for the night at the home of Hugh Wallace
Russia’s war minister told the opening Duma session that Warsaw would likely be abandoned as Austro German forces press toward the Polish capital. He warned a partial retreat may occur to secure a later resumption of the offensive and compare the move to 1812 Moscow.
New York August 1 police announced that a silver plate placed by Charles Becker’s wife on his coffin was removed after it was deemed a criminal libel on Governor Whitman. The plate’s removal followed a police and district attorney conference. The coffin was to be treated by Becker funeral services the next day only if the plate was gone. In Seward Alaska renewed volcanic activity was reported at Katmai with fine ashes in the air and Miamna Crater also active.
Most Rev John Bonsano apostolic Delegate to the United States presided at a solemn pontifical mass in St James cathedral Seattle as part of the Knights of Columbus week. Attended by Rev Dr Joseph Bernadini and Very Rev Daniel Hanley, the ceremony drew officers and delegates from the supreme council.
Berlin reports Dr. Carl Helfferich states Germany can sustain war indefinitely. He cites food sufficiency, raw material self reliance, labor demand, and robust finances with war loans, deposits, and Reichsbank gold reserves rising. He argues British blockade failed and German patriotism supports continued effort.
Spokane August 1 Andrew Gunther 18 died after a bottle of gasoline in his hip pocket on a motorcycle ruptured releasing flames. Drops soaked into clothing and an explosion followed driving the rider toward the river before all garments burned away. Gunther perished four hours after the blaze.
Queenstown reports the British steamer Iberian was shelled by a German submarine. The official list lists six dead including three Americans Mark Wiley of Boston John Carroll and Sheridan and three Englishmen Proudfoot Appleby and Reet. Wounded Americans are Henry Welsh Charles Mansbury and John Brawell. wounded Britons include James McGuigan J Berry and Rolton.
Chicago dispatch reports divers recovered three more bodies from the Chicago River as the Eastland capsizing investigation continues. The death toll is listed as 859 with the missing Western Electric Co. crew remaining at 142. Officials vow to press ahead with inquiries despite federal judicial pauses.
Review from the Russian Duma of progressives discusses a war plan announcement. The text notes Sous Stall receiving autonomy and mentions Premier Gore and MW Hey in the context of the proceedings.
The first sitting of the Duma opened with aims to boost military supplies and meet military needs rather than assign blame. Deputies showed moderate temper, with minimized party differences and no gloom. Foreign Minister Sazonoff noted no single country bears sole responsibility and urged unified action despite ongoing negotiations.
Murdock of Kansas City and the Progressive National Committee report a three month canvass across the West and Pacific coast. They announce plans for an early national convention and a ticket, arguing the 1916 battle will center on platforms rather than candidates and urging a return to the 1912 Chicago platform.
Messena sees three state militia companies arrive from Matone and Ogdensburg to quell a strike at the Aluminum Company of America plant after a riot last night. One worker killed, 13 ringleaders arrested. Troops dispersed barricaded strikers and took control, with sheriff deputies patrolling and arresting leaders as protests over higher wages continue.
Los Angeles, Cal was awarded the Emperor William Cup tonight by Pacific Saengerbund organizers after a festival held with the Saenger society groups. Cattle were selected as the site for the next Saengerfest in 1915 amid a day of extreme heat with highs around 38 C.
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