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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1914
Page
3
Readable fragments report battles and movements across Europe and the Near East. Russians and British pressure Turkish and Greek tensions grow toward possible conflict. German assaults at Ypres and Arras weaken but remain deadly as retreat rumors spread and Dutch observers note German retreat preparations amid famine and civilian suffering in Belgium.
Allied forces blunt German assaults amid ongoing bombardment along the Yser front. British and French units reported advances near Armentieres and Soissons while holding ground north of the Aisne and near Ypres. Allied artillery bombarded German positions at Dixmude, St Georges, and Dentoren as a counteroffensive continued with limited but notable progress.
Reports say naval forces have not confirmed grounding or capture near Peru and off Chile as a Japanese fleet is rumored offshore. Chilean searches for the Royal Navy and German cruisers continue with no wreckage found.
Reported loss of the British cruiser Good Hope and Rear Admiral Cradock with 900 crew after the first major naval clash of the war. German accounts claim sinkings of Monmouth Glasgow and Otranto, while Nurnberg and other ships traded explosions. Lima dispatch casts doubt on the German version.
Berlin reports from General Headquarters admit the failure of the Dunkirk breakout and claim limited German gains near Ypres and in the Argonne. The communiqué notes intensified German attacks, ongoing western theater activity, and that the French front cannot indefinitely bolster forces while facing German pressure along Verdun.
Berlin reports a graphic glimpse into the hazardous life of German airmen. Two aviators fly reconnaissance over enemy positions at about 8000 feet, signaling ranges and adjusting artillery while dodging enemy fire and engaging a French airship in pursuit.
London dispatch reports that a Bulgarian council of ministers ordered a halt to exports of cereals flour potatoes cattle fodder textiles fuel hides medicines medical instruments and vehicles, effective immediately. The measure affects multiple essential goods and aims to conserve resources amid unspecified conditions.
London November 8 The Portuguese Cabinet met yesterday to consider a proposal to send reinforcements of infantry cavalry and artillery to Angola, the Portuguese possession in West Africa, as reported by Reuters.
The Belgian relief committee of New York with the Rockefeller Foundation urges chambers of commerce boards of trade and women’s clubs to send money or perishable foods to Belgium era r rapid shipment by sea will be arranged by the foundation. A large neutral ship is planned to follow the Massapequa with 30 000 dollars of cargo. The American commission for relief in Belgium reports deliveries and plans to mobilize eight cargoes totaling about 8200 tons with December January targets. Women’s groups nationwide are asked to join the movement under the American Commission for Relief in Belgium.
Berlin reports Prince Francs of Bavaria wounded in France describes battles near Saarbug and a chateau hit by French fire. He praises Germanofficers and iron discipline while noting Red Cross flags were ignored at times and French soldiers showed courage amid heavy bombardment.
Vienna reports a Galicia cholera surge with 296 cases last Thursday and 126 cases in Prezmysl. Amate via London confirms the outbreak, highlighting wide spread in the region.
Petrograd reports that Turkish torpedo boats attacked Odessa at dawn, prompting Russian fires on the sea and land batteries. Goeben bombarded Sebastopol causing damage to roads and depot. Russian losses include Pushchin crew and Prut crew, while Turkish forces sustained vessels sunk and hits along the coast.
News wire bursts report Emperor Yoshihito and Empress sent messages of gratitude to Japan’s forces and allied British troops after the Tsing Tau surrender. Casualty tallies note 14 officers and 426 soldiers killed or wounded, with 2,808 prisoners taken. German legation confirms German casualties were light and 100 women and children seek refuge in Fehin.
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