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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
17
In Paria near Tracy le Val French Algeria troops repelled a German assault, aided by fresh Turco units. As Germans pressed the village, Turcos charged in a brutal man to man fight, breaking the German frontline, leaving a heavy toll on both sides and a disordered retreat.
Geneva reports Prof. Theodore Kocher of Berne and Dr A Fonce invented Coagulen a powder that when dissolved in water instantly halts blood flow. The Nobel laureate and assistant gifted the preparation to armies in the field and shipped large quantities to German and French surgical HQs.
London reports a public funeral for Field Marshal Lord Roberts at St Paul’s Cathedral with grand ceremony. King George attended as Roberts’ bier lay beside Wellington and Nelson among Britain’s noted heroes. the service drew widespread obituary tributes.
John Lind, President Wilson’s personal representative in Mexico during Huerta’s rule, told Industrial Club members Thursday night that land reform drives Mexico’s revolutions and that fighting would continue unless workers gain ownership of their farms.
In Evening Shade Arkansas a dining room in a small hotel at Center ten miles northeast of town was torn apart by a posse pursuing two men believed to be safeblowers. Two dead one likely to die and two wounded. One robber killed during the confrontation.
Four people died in Convey Ohio when their auto was struck by a Pennsylvania passenger Galin on Main Street. The collision occurred Thursday and police are investigating the wreck which left the vehicle destroyed and victims identified by local authorities.
Phoenix Ariz Fiftythree Democrats and one Republican will compose the second Arizona state legislature which will convene January 11 The only Republican elected was Senator Crabb of Navajo county.
The steamer Mildred sank after a collision with another vessel off Egmont Key between Tampa and Port Moody. Passengers and crew were rescued, with no lives lost reported.
The latest official wartime dispatches note ongoing fighting along the western front from Flanders to the Lys with no major changes. German forces renew attacks around Ypres and near Bixschoote, suffering heavy losses, while French Zouaves attempt to dislodge them. Eastern fronts see German and Austrian forces facing Russians in East Prussia, Poland, and near Cracow. South Africa reports rebel commando breakdowns and seized materiel, and East Africa uses Indian troops against Germans.
Reports say Enver Pasha, Turkey’s war minister, has the upper hand in affairs and is believed to have steered Turkey into the European war as an ally of Germany.
Pueblo Vasco of Bilbao reports another German mortar mishap causes deaths among gunners. The Germans suppress details of the Dew catastrophe amid wartime secrecy.
San Francisco reports the state election results with Joseph K Kowland, Republican, finishing second in the race for Walted Gates senator. Frank J. Heney, Progressive, secured second place.
Washington directs Ambassador Morgenthau to ask the Ottoman government for a full explanation of Turkish land forces firing on a launch from the American cruiser Tennessee en route to Smyrna. President Wilson declares the United States will not be drawn into any war with Turkey and expects a diplomatic remedy.
The American Federation of Labor at its annual convention on Wednesday adopted a resolution urging the president to compel Colorado coal operators to comply with the federal settlement plan. If refused, a receiver should be appointed to operate the mines under federal supervision until civil and political rights are established.
A Montana shipment of forty four carloads of horses was completed in Livingstes destined for Europe for French government use. The animals were purchased for war purposes at an average price of 44 dollars each.
Eagle Grove reports conductor William J Reynolds of the Chicago and Northwestern was killed during a battle with a train robber between Redgate and Hutland. The bandit escaped into the woods after the confrontation.
Washington report notes the Association of Agricultural Chemists concluded the convention in Washington and reelected Dr. Harvey Wrig as honorary president.
London reports David Lloyd George as saying a single year of war would cost about 450 million pounds. The government plans a 350 million pound loan at 3 percent, payable 1928. Income tax will double but apply to one third of income, plus extra duties on beer and tea. About 12 million serve, with 1 million more enlisting.
Rioting flared in Rio de Janeiro and in nearby Weneslau Braz after the inauguration of Sundgy. Police restored order, with no immediate reports of casualties or further disturbances.
Pasadena Caliv. obituary notes B L Conger longtime president of the California humane society and noted philanthropist dies in Rome at age 74. He was a brother of the former minister to Chi ga.
General Villa leads troops toward Mexico City after capturing Leon, while Gonzales loyal to Carranza mass at Querétaro. Officials warn hostilities are likely as dissension grows with Gutierrez, provisional convention leader, reportedly planning a broader attack. Villa’s advance guard nears the capital within about 200 miles.
London Field Marshal Earl Roberts died Saturday night in France from pneumonia. He was colonel of chiefs of Indian troops and had travelled to France to greet them when illness quickly worsened.
An 82 year old man suffered severe chill and pneumonia, delaying recovery. News of Lord Roberts's death came as a shock to England. Roberts, famed for his army service and wartime leadership, was the most popular military figure and a national hero in Britain.
T Leroy, president of the Logan Boosters club and a leading Cache county businessman, was killed instantly two miles west of Woods Cross when his shotgun discharged while hunting. The blast struck Cardoen on the right side of the head, mutilating facial features.
In Missouri a full bill was defeated by more than a two to one vote. Reports from every county indicate broad opposition and a decisive outcome across the state.
Five people died and another was injured when a blast occurred at a location described as the Gomera store of Noah Kauska, near Lathroby in Pennsylvania. Authorities report a serious accident with a large loss of life and a toll of 24 in the surrounding area.
Russian ministry reports a November 18 battle off Anatolian coast near Khorsones light. Goeben and Breslau engaged, Goeben set aflame by 12 inch shells from Admiral Evatafry, Breslau active on horizon, Evatafry damaged lightly. Russian casualties include a lieutenant, three ensigns, twenty-nine sailors killed and several wounded.
Ralee Passenger Fares Washington reports material increases in passenger fares across the country, excluding the southeast, as railroads raise rates in trunk line territory between New York City and Pittsburgh and in Central Passenger association territory from Pittsburgh to Chicago and St Louis. The fare basis moves from 2 1/2 cents to 2 4/4 cents per mile.
Washington experts from the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce analyze reports from every South American country to craft a feasible path for American manufacturers to regain the large trade Germany lost when the European war began.
News from Curacao reports Horatio Du Charme’s revolution in eastern Venezuela gaining ground. Government forces were sent to quell the uprising but are said to have been defeated, signaling a rapid advance of the revolutionary effort against Provisional President Bustillos.
Reno police report the arrest of a brake man named Cook in the killing of Thomas Reynolds, billiard hall proprietor of Portola California. Reynolds was slain with an ax. blood stained clothes and a watch identified as Reynolds were found in Covuk’s room.
Anthony N. Brady financier who died in London in July 1913 left an estate valued at 7704244300 dollars. The transfer tax appraiser of Albany County reported the figure was filed with the surrogate's court on Thursday.
Leadville Colorado district known for its caloos and dance halls from pioneer violence era was swept away by early Thursday fire. The district's reputation and wealth were cited as factors in the incident and its destruction drew swift emergency response.
Seattle's rail lines announce the elimination of ten passenger trains across routes formerly run by the Great Northern Northern Pacific and Oregon Washington lines between Washington and Oregon. Officials say service reduction aims to streamline schedules and cut costs.
A deadly blaze in Florida trapped residents as the main building of a reform center burned. Fire officials report ten perished while about one hundred escapees fled, climbing through windows and stairways to safety amid intense flames and smoke.
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