19 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1914
Page
1
The article notes a sharp cotton rise from 7 1/2 to over 9 cents a pound as buyers expect 10 cents next week. Farmers hold thousands of bales awaiting the higher price and plan meetings to coordinate actions as markets reopen with New York and Liverpool exchanges anticipated.
AP reports train wreck caus ed by wreckers near Livingston Alabama early today killing ten and maiming many as bloodhounds are used. The engine struck a slag car after taking a siding at high speed causing severe injuries. Victims include Marcellus Hasselle Clarence June Elsie Smith William Jones Harriet Bollinger and others from diverse locations.
Officials report particles found in a rear cesspool are human skull fragments. District attorney says the Wilkins avenue cottage was leased last June by Victor Innes and wife, who are jailed awaiting a murder and accessory before the fact charge.
Havana reports bubonic plague reappearing at El Caney near Santiago. Sanitary authorities have taken full precautions to prevent spread after a diagnosed case.
A playful theater piece titled The Trey O Hearts is showcased at the Classic Theater. The production has drawn attention for its engaging storytelling and notable performances.
Local ads promote fresh celery and California fruits at Buchwald's with 10 to 30 cent prices. Western Meat Market offers fresh meats and country lamb. The Trey O Hearts, a problem play, shows at Classic Theater for 5 and 10 cents. Arnold & Abney run the listings.
Washington reports say Britain has received no peace proposals from Germany or Austria and the U.S. should seek formal terms from the Allies. The White House leans toward waiting for clear belligerent offers, while fighting reports describe German momentum and Allied resistance around Verdun and the Meuse. French aviators gain praise as German aircraft falter from gasoline shortages.
Reports describe ongoing heavy fighting along the front from Hoyon to the frontier with multiple independent combats at key German positions near the River Aisnes. An official notice in London Sept 18 says no major change in the war situation, with some Allied cavalry activity but no decisive results. A Berlin dispatch notes good German troops' position, especially at the center, as reinforcements arrive and the battle nears an end.
News from London dated September reports five days of continued fighting on the battle front. Allied forces claim slight progress against German positions north of the Aisne river and say they have repulsed several German efforts as the situation remains tense awaiting a decisive moment.
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