03 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1914
Page
1
A fragmented report notes a clash of arms overshadowed by silence and censorship. The piece hints at tensions between voices and authorities, with unclear parties and a charged atmosphere affecting public discourse.
War dispatches report plans to relocate the French government from Paris to Bor deaus, 258 miles south southwest. The move is described as temporary as battles surge on French and Belgian fronts. Russian and German actions, Allied responses, and a pivotal Lenberg victory shape evolving fronts.
Paris announces a government proclamation stating Bordeaux is the new capital by request of military authorities. The interior minister notes Paris fortified areas would be central to field operations for two armies as defensive works proceed and transport routes are adjusted. A Reuters dispatch from Petrograd reports a battle on the Soldau line in East Prussia marked as a Russian reverse.
In Paris at 1:30 pm three German aeroplanes hovered over the city, prompting two French machines to engage. Guns fired from public buildings as the French aviators pursued the Germans, who eventually withdrew in a northwest direction after a drawn out encounter.
London report lists British officers killed or wounded in France last week. Names include Viscount Hawarden Coldstream Guards lieutenant, Maj Victor Reginald Brooke military secretary to the Viceroy of India, and other senior officers. Missing officers cited are Lieut Col Abercrombie Connaught Rangers, Lieut Col Rogery Cheshire Regiment, Col Stevens Royal Artillery, and Col Thompson Medical Corps.
President Wilson prepares a message to Congress urging emergency revenue legislation to offset a drop in customs receipts since the war began. About 100 million dollars is needed, with a proposed tax plan on beer wine tobacco railroad tickets gasoline and more. Treasury reports August customs revenues fell by about 11 million dollars from a year earlier.
Under martial law, Provost Marshal Conley and seven officers searched the Butte Mine Workers union headquarters at 9 South Main. Revolvers and a six to seven inch weapon were found on four men, including James Chapman head of the deportation committee. Chapman resisted, bail was denied, and Ross Smith Malone Chapman were taken to jail while others were released. The four faces charges of carrying concealed weapons and will be tried by a military court.
An official order was issued to enforce strict gun controls in the county. Dealers were advised to hide stock, and a plan by the provost marshal aims to prevent unauthorized firearms from circulating. The note is continued on Page 12, Column C.
Dispatch from St Petersburg reports Russian forces captured heavily fortified positions near Lemberg Austria Hungary after seven days of fighting. Austrians retreated in disorder leaving guns and artillery behind. Russians pursued through roads clogged with artillery and convoys, claiming 180 guns captured. A separate note from Rome via London mentions British and French ships bombarding the port entrance.
Ottawa reports 85,000 soldiers in Valcartier with more enlisting. Canada receives an offer of a regiment from the United States for service, as Prime Minister Hughes notes. The call for volunteers continues with strong national mobilization efforts across provinces.
Germany presses Paris into a temporary retreat while declaring the defense of the capital by French forces. The proclamation vows continued struggle, urges endurance, and notes allied support on land and sea.
Washington on September 2 reports James C. Mc Reynolds will take the oath as associate justice of the United States Supreme Court tomorrow. T. Gregory is named to the office of Attorney General. Chief Justice White will administer the oaths in sequence, with the presidential commission signed by the President and his attorney general.
President Wilson and Secretary Trvan conveyed satisfaction to Provisional President Carranza over rapid gains in restoring tranquility in Mexico. They cautioned that reconstruction will face delicate situations but officials believe the government is quickly attaining stability and foresee no major counter revolution looming.
The Standard Page blends war coverage with local items in Butte. Reports include president's war stance and military authority notes, city council meetings, police department notes under permit, and mining, copper exports, and market reports amid rapid municipal changes.
Authorities investigate missing men Donald and Bradley from New Union after reports they fled with Silver holdings. Police inquiry focuses on their whereabouts and potential link to recent regional thefts. Local officials urge witnesses to come forward.
Authorities pursued Mackie McDonald and an unnamed companion after they fled a labor meeting. A chauffeur disclosed routes from Three Mile to the reservoir, with two rifles in the party and miles of open country. Reports varied on capture. by midnight the trio remained at large near Deer Lodge rumors.
A Sept 2 state ment from Vice President Marshall suggests President Wilson will run for re election in 1918 and be the party’s choice. White House officials deny a major Democratic push yet observers expect a Wilson candidacy with no personal confirmation from the president. Democratic managers focus on fresh senatorial and representative nominations tied to Panama tolls and Mexico policy.
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