Russians claim major setback for Germans near Vistula
Petrograd reports October 18 fighting in the Warinark region with heavy artillery duels near Jesefow and across the Vistula. German forces allegedly beaten, hundreds captured as Russian forces claim to have repulsed German crossing attempts and aided by air and riverine actions near the river’s eastern bank.
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Petrograd
Tadis
Maimel Piral
Ark Souk
Drzemya
Vistula
Lytre Mar
Mtoe
Warsaw
Jesefow Ant
Uearlef
Hussan
Orethin
Negar Crover
Cure for Baby Scalp Rash Promises Hair Growth Aid
A Washington DC parent describes a two week old infant with a stubborn scalp and body rash. After trying various remedies with little success, use of Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment cleared the crust and soothed itching, prompting a signed testimonial from Mrs HL Anderson dated March 20, 1914. Free sample offer advertised by mail for Cuticura products and a booklet.
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Mrz HL Anderson
German and Russian forces clash across the Vistula river
Reports describe detachments crossing within 490 yards of Russian operators, with German losses running into thousands. Russians and Germans exchange heavy fire along the river, culminating in a bayonet attack and mass casualties as German attempts to cross fail amid shell and rifle fire. German corpses fill the river as the fighting shifts toward Przemysl and Galicia.
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Warsaw
San River
Lon
Przemysl
Yealy
London
Venna
Amsterdam
Rewlery Telegram Company
Galicia
von Hoe
Austran Geneal
Guattichim
Tuk
Strwits
Keemosl
Gettine
Wosahuw
Carpathian
Bordeau
Germany
Trance
GREEK PATRIARCH EXPELLED BY TURKS
A Turkish government request led to the expulsion of the Greek Orthodox patriarch of Constantinople. The move impacts the dominant Christian church in parts of Europe and the Ottoman Empire, with the Constantinople see and its ancient hierarchy facing disruption.
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Amsterdam
Legam
Las
Constantinople
Russian Empire
Kingdom of Greate
European
Turkey
Hungary
Rumania
Servia
Montenesto
Alexandria
Antoch
Jerusalem
Germanos
Epis
Patriarchate
Americans Protest German Bombings From Air Ships
Washington Geewuer reports Wilson faced a protest from Hopkinson Smith and other Americans who recently returned from Europe over German bomb drops. The text notes the president was expected to take no action, citing the U S right to interfere as a matter of policy.
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Washington
Geewuer
Wilson
Hopkinson Smith
The Well Tailored Man Charm in Winter Wear
A promotional piece extols the necessity of well tailored clothing for winter. It claims the right suit signals success and wisdom, acting as a personal press agent and loyal companion. It emphasizes superb fabric, good lines, angles, and curves plus even stitching as the basis of style.
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Lam Lke
Rheims Under Fire as German Shells Hit Cathedral
Dispatches report German bombardment continues at Rheims and the ancient cathedral suffers heavy damage including a cracked façade and damaged towers. The sculpted figures near the entrance are reported injured as defenders brace against renewed shelling.
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Rheims
German Mine Sinks Japanese Warship Oct 17 in Kiao Chow Bay
Tokio reports the Japanese cruiser Takachiho of 3700 tons and 300 feet was sunk by a mine near Tsingtau on Oct 17. Nine crew saved. 28 officers, 54 noncommissioned officers, and 182 sailors perished. French cruiser sinks Austrian submarine near Cattaro. B got damaged battleship Triumph by German shelling at Tsingtau.
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Tokio
Kiao Chow Bay
Takachiho
Ibmit
Takachihe
Tsing Tau
Dardnese
Cettinie Ventenegro
Otober
London
Bay of
Cattaro
Talmatan
Cattare An
Washington
Triumph
San Francisco
Turkey Stands By German Sailors in Turkish Waters
Telegrams from Constantinople report The Porte refuses to discharge the German crews aboard the Goeben and Breslau citing a domestic matter while previously pledging repatriation The issue reflects British representations over Germans aboard the ships in Turkish waters amid World War I hostilities. Washington and London discuss German approval to feed destitute Belgians. The American relief effort, led by Brand Whitlock, has about 100 tons of food ready in London for Belgium pending German foreign office handling. President Wilson learns of the Belgian crisis as relief plans proceed.
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Constantinople
Washington
Page
London
State Department
J and
Fhrpuss
Gerard
Berlin
American Relief Committee
Brand Whitlock
Belgium
Geran Foreign Office
Whitlock
Wilson
Witsin
Wi Havenlch
Lear
Canada readies fresh troops for front lines in Britain
Ottawa reports 30000 volunteers landed in England and 20000 more to train in Canada before dispatching in groups of 16000 to Britain. The first unit to depart in December, followed by continuous cycles to keep 30000 in training abroad and under arms until the war ends.
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Ottawa
Ontario
England
Daminfor
Canada
Borden
War Office
Great Britain
Armas
Refugees In Europe Receive Allied Aid Reported
Initial efforts describe refugees in France and England being cared for while America contributes to relief for destitute countrymen. The note highlights ongoing humanitarian support from allied nations and the United States in the aftermath of displacement.
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Fance Holling
England
America
French Businesses Show Courage Amid War Trade Struggles
Paris reports business confidence rising as the French Chamber of Commerce pledges to aid trade with improved transport and civil military government support. Sugar shortages hamper chocolate and candy makers, while American and French commerce groups work to restore relations. Parisian dressmaking and military industries show signs of revival as plans advance for American travelers still en route via Switzerland.
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Paris
Associated Press
Aisne
French Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of
Gommerve
France
United States
Switzerland
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