Japan Will Keep Peace in India Says Consul General
Japanese Consul General Takashi Nakamura says Japan cannot send troops to Europe to aid the Allies but will assist in the Far East. He cites an agreement with Great Britain to protect British interests in India and China, and notes possible help to India if Turkey enters the war, though no deployment to Europe is contemplated. The Turkish consul general, Dielai Bes, mocked questions about Turkey joining the war.
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RIGHT WING ADVANCE BUT LEFT RETREATS
Continued from page a narrative of German and Allied troop movements near Verdun Meuse and surrounding regions. Reports describe the German crown prince's actions, French and British withdrawals, partial retirements, and heavy losses amid shifting fronts from Neufchateau to St Quentin and the Meuse battles.
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England Objects to Marine Plan
Washington reports that Britain France and Russia informally oppose the United States purchasing German merchant steamers to aid war relief and to build an American merchant fleet. Diplomats say there is no international precedent for neutral ships bought from belligerents and warn of Germany receiving a large loan via such purchases.
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Murdered woman may be from Louisiana in Atlanta probe
Atlanta detectives pursue leads on a murdered woman found near Piedmont ravine. Investigators track cab traces, embalming claims, and a possible maternity home link as they seek motive and identity, with officials noting the body dated to weeks prior.
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Extravaganza at the Lyric Impresses Atlanta Audiences
The Lyric staged a lavish extravangaza with elaborate costumes and a choreographed cast led by Zaijah and Zallah. Four knockabout comedians energized the crowd with rapid changes and lively numbers while audiences praised the chorus and dance performances. The show runs through the week with matinees.
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England and Germany Accept Radio Plan for Belligerent Messages
Washington says both Germany and Great Britain have accepted U S proposals allowing wireless stations at Tuckerton and Sayville to send belligerent messages under American naval censorship. The Tuckerton station resumes with license and ownership checks, while Sayville and Tuckerton face scrutiny to ensure they are not German-owned.
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Brother Shot Frend Over Letter In Franklin
August 31 report of a fatal shooting at Thompson mill two miles north of town. Little Boy May killed Tom Porter about 1 am after a dispute over a letter may have written to May's sister. May surrendered to the sheriff and is jailed. Porter died instantly from three pistol shots. Both youths from prominent families, sober at the time, and had been boarding at the same home and working at Crockett's sawmill. Porter to be buried today.
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Pennsyl Road Raises Cost Of Mileage Books
The Pennsylvania Railroad announced to the Interstate Commerce Commission that from October 1 mileage books will cost 21.4 cents per mile, up from 2 cents. The company said each railroad branch should share operation and return costs for public use and pledged further passenger rate adjustments to be announced.
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Japs Capture Island Off Tsing Tau Forts
August reports from Tai Na in Shan Tung describe cannonading along the coast as Japanese vessels blockade the Tsing Tau forts. Ta Chien island near Kiao Chow bay is said to be occupied by Japanese forces, with German defenses overlooking the bay.
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British Hold Off 200,000 Germans for 3 Days
Washington reports seventy thousand British troops checked two hundred thousand German forces for three days until French reinforcement arrived. German troops breached lines in places but the British, later aided by French troops, retired in good order. Allied experts were encouraged by the defense. Information came from Paris via diplomatic channels.
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