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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1914
Page
6
Russian forces push through East Prussia reoccupying Soldau and approach the fortress at Cracow. German evacuations extend across East Prussia and most of Galicia except Przemyśl and Cracow. Russian control of 700 to 800 miles of Galician rail lines grows as operations near Cracow intensify.
A Zeppelin flying from Thourout dropped three bombs on Ostend Belgium Thursday. One hit the avenue P de Smet de Nayer bridge on the town outskirts, another exploded in the harbor, and a third struck a wholesale fish dealer’s building at the market. The blast damaged nearby houses, extinguished lamps, and caused panic before the craft steered back toward Thielt.
German cruiser Emden descended on Madras Tuesday evening in a brief bombardment on the port. Reported damage was limited to a few sheds along the harbor front. Three Indians were killed and the Indian liner Chopra sustained slight shell damage.
Washington officials hope Generals Sarranza and Villa settle their differences without a new revolution. President Wilson has alerted both through Paul Fuller that continued fighting in Mexico would be disfavored. The U.S. will not intervene now and will await developments while Vera Cruz evacuation proceeds with no fixed date.
After a twelve day voyage from New York the American hospital ship Hed Cross anchors in Falmouth harbor delayed by three days of fog and rough seas. Rear Admiral Aaron Ward retired takes command of the American surgical party ready to begin field service in the war zone.
London dispatch reports Emperor William suffering a severe cold from exposure in the Verdun trenches. He caught the illness while drenched by rain during frontline duties.
The fragment references J. John and N. B T. W. Carothers in a dispute or report involving the minister of labor of the Dominion, dated a day or two ago, with no full context or clear event specified.
Washington reports the Turkish government has received the United States representations in a friendly spirit and is studying them with attention. Formal communications acknowledge shared interest and seek ongoing diplomatic dialogue.
As German forces press against French and British troops, Allied counters gain ground. Reports say Germans are being pushed back about seven miles daily with heavy losses, while Peronne changes hands amid brutal fighting on the Oise Aisne and Meuse fronts.
The bishop of London acted as chaplain for the fifth battalion of the City of London Territorials and accompanied the regiment in the field. He remained with the unit through military service, providing spiritual support and leadership.
The statewide prohibition forces won a sweeping victory at the polls in Virginia Tuesday. Ons.
London reports the destruction of a German wireless station on Nawru Island, removing the last German wireless apparatus in the Pacific. The raid eliminates a key enemy communications link and disrupts enemy coordination in the theater.
New York reports indicate hundreds of thousands wounded as battles sweep vast areas. Red Cross teams move wounded to Paris, Berlin, and major cities while hospitals fill and more nurses and supplies are urged to aid the relief effort.
Official census figures show Paris within the city walls has 362,454 fewer families and 1,036,507 fewer people than 1911. There are 761,200 households, a decline totaling about 65 percent of the former population.
Washington reports the internal revenue war tax plan to raise 105 million dollars, framed by Democratic leaders and approved by President Wilson, was laid before the house Monday by Democratic Leader Underwood.
Cooper refuses candidacy detailing 80 specific reasons for declining. The statement cites personal considerations and political factors guiding the decision. Local observers note potential implications for upcoming elections and party strategy.
In Biding His Time President Wilson hopes the war progresses to force belligerents toward peace terms. He avoids entangling the United States in European diplomacy while awaiting a definite step. Allied powers view the administration’s stance with satisfaction.
Ten people died and several were seriously injured in a wreck on a rural road near Buwioghes Alabama. Fire and rescue units battled flames as rescuers pulled victims from tangled vehicles. Authorities investigated the cause of the crash.
Fragmentary report notes the senate action on a house bill addressing crowded dwellings in Washington. The source references urban housing concerns and legislative moves but lacks complete details or outcomes.
London dispatch reports three British cruisers the Cressy Aboukir and Hogue were sunk by five German submarines in the North Sea. Two submarines were sunk in the engagement. The loss marks the greatest British disaster since the war began and fuels calls for vengeance against the German Navy. Surviving sailors were rescued by the Flores and Titon.
London report from the Rome correspondent states Serb and Montenegrin forces have occupied Sarajevo after Russians abandoned it following a decisive defeat. Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia, a fortified industrial town of about 27 000, is linked to copper, ironware, cotton goods and tobacco production. It was the site of Archduke Francis Ferdinand's assassination prior to Austria's war declaration.
Russian forces report capture of Jaroslav a rail hub with a central bridge over the San river controlling river passage. The town lies seventeen miles northwest of the area as reported by wartime dispatches.
London reports the German steamer Professor Woermann with 300 German reservists aboard has been captured and brought into Sierra Leone on the west coast of Africa, with information reaching London.
A terse message from Reuters Telegram reports on a London Pretoria dispatch noting a diplomatic or commercial development. The brief item highlights the exchange between British and South African channels without detailing specifics.
El Paso Texan report wires that General Francisco Villa asserts independence from Venustiano Carranza and denounces the central government. He claims Chihuahua Sonora Zacatecas and part of Coahuila have joined the uprising as Obregon heads south.
Word reached that Secretary Bryan was informed of Russia’s plan to negotiate a treaty modeled on the agreements with Great Britain France Spain and other powers. Diplomats and officials weighed the implications as talks appeared imminent.
Indianapolis report notes Samuel Gompers president of the AFL addressed the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America here on Wednesday. He condemned the war calling it an unholy conflict in human history and urged labor unity amid the crisis.
In Jersay City New Jersey, over thirty persons were overcome by nitric fumes and numerous injuries were reported as a result of a gas incident.
A renewed push attacks the Alaska bill on ocean policy. The move signals continued opposition by a group opposing maritime regulations. Details remain unclear in the fragmented text.
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