15 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1914
Page
1
Circulars printed at a plant were called in by military authorities as an attempt to organize a boycott. The action involved NSW WW Plant and broader civic response. Authorities intervened to curb the boycott effort and restore order.
A boycott circular printed at the Butte Socialist plant ordered by Robert Noble led to a military investigation and his arrest. John Doran, president of the Mine Workers union, agreed to halt further circulation as authorities sought to stop troops. Noble denied knowledge at first, then officers pressed for printing proof, linking Noble and the union to the anti-troop protest.
Dispatch from Rome via Petrograd claims a 17 day battle ended with 180000 prisoners and 4500 artillery pieces captured by Russians. German forces under General von Winnenberg reportedly defeated near Mineguawa and evacuating Poland with 61000 losses. Russians allegedly begin offensive in Prussia and advance toward Koealgs ven.
Arthur Dawson a member of the Butte Mine Workers union jurisdiction committee was arrested at the mine workers headquarters on South Main street after resisting deputies James Larkin and John Kellar. His arrest drew a crowd of hundreds and required police to control the scene. He is jailed on charges tied to deportations and kidnapping claims linked to Martin Glackin and others during the federation upheaval.
War dispatches summarize German stand along the Aisne as Allied engagements press on near Paris. Reports note Dutch, British, and American efforts, while domestic notices list court actions and political developments.
Helena dispatch reports strong endorsement of Gov. and W Stewart alongside national guard deployment to Butte. Platform backs English language limits, non native labor regulation, convict road building, and sugar pricing fairness. Thomas Arthur of Billings elected state central committee chair. Swindlehurst as candidate warned of unity.
Washington reports indicate no reply yet from Germany on peace terms, but officials expect progress as influential German Americans press for peace exchanges. Presidents Wilson and Bryan monitor a broad effort as aid grows for treaties with Britain, France, Spain, and China to deter war via a permanent inquiry commission.
Portland Maine September 14 Mayor Curis of Portland a democrat was elected governor of Maine over Republican William T Haines of Waterville by about 2700 votes according to unofficial returns. Progressive Halbert P Gardner won 17147 votes and the four Maine congressmen were re elected with minor party gains indicated.
The French government announces German forces prepared to resist along the Aisne after rear guards were attacked by swift Allied pursuers. Amiens is back under French control as German defenses are readied on heights north of Rheims. Petrograd says Russians cross the San river and repulse Austrian assault, taking prisoners. Berlin reports deny Russian landings in Belgium or Britain. A Copenhagen dispatch notes claims of a German defeat by Russia. among German captives is a general and his staff.
Paris dispatch says the next phase of the vast war may occur in German territory. Allies expect pursuit of German armies along the French frontier with fresh troops ready. Some allied units, weary from recent heavy fighting, pause briefly to prepare for further movements amid rain and sun.
London reports the official press bureau denied rumors that Russian troops have landed in Belgium or passed through Great Britain on the way to France or Belgium. A Berlin dispatch says the German general staff announced a western theater campaign plan, with no details yet known, favorable to the Germans.
London reports that German forces in France have fallen back along the entire line from Nancy to the Aisne as French and British troops press the pursuit. Von Kluck and von Buelow retreat northeast toward Paris while Amiens is abandoned and German troops regroup near Rheims and Chalons. The British report praises the new Paris-origin army corps and notes Joffre and French aviators aiding the effort.
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