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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
8
The piece notes the German push against Russian lines remains unchecked and reports continued Turkish resistance at Suvla Bay as British forces land reinforcements. It emphasizes the strategic aim to reach Constantinople and the potential effects on the Austro German campaign.
Dr. Von Bethmann-Hollweg reviews European war history and accuses England of concealing truth and pressuring neutral nations. He argues Britain fights to weaken Germany, condemns neutral ship coercion, and cites Greece and Poland to frame a path toward a new Europe free from perceived entanglements and imperial meddling.
From Taranto and Brindisi reports Italy holds a strong squadron of fast cruisers ready to sail against Turkey if it refuses to release Italian subjects held by the Ottoman empire. Five army corps in Apulia are ordered to be prepared to move to an unknown destination.
The article describes German advances toward the Baltic and Brest-Litovsk, Russian defensive holds in the Baltic provinces, and the fall of Kovno with fortifications at Novo Georgievsk. It notes British and French actions in Artois and the Vosges, Serbian-Austrian artillery duels on the Danube, and uncertainty over a forthcoming Austro-German offensive to aid the Turks.
An advertisement features the Plant Juice man from Liggett Drug Co claiming 90 percent sickness links to stomach trouble. He cites rapid relief for stomach, liver, and kidney ailments and notes Boston residents sign statements on benefits. A local photographer William Roche details his success after using Plant Juice, and the tout continues at Liggett Drug Co. Store two streets corner Washington and Avon.
Berlin reports that German torpedo boat destroyers sank a small British cruiser and a British destroyer near Hornsbyff lightship off the west coast of Jutland. The admiralty says German airships bombed London and Thames establishments and target areas at Woodbridge and Ipswich with good results, with no German losses.
Italy readies attack on Turkey as a squadron waits for word to advance toward the Dardanelles. British troops land at Suvla Bay and plan a larger strike on Turkish lines. French report gains near Bethune Arras and Ablain Augres. German advances and captures on multiple fronts.
Reports from Rome indicate Italy is making slow but steady progress against the Austrians on all fronts while Anglo French forces press at Gallipoli near Suvia Bay and Russians push in the Caucasus, signaling a broadening war outlook.
An official statement from Petrograd notes overall stability from Riga to Janow with ongoing combat near Kovno Ossowetz and Brest. It says German assaults at Novogeorgievsk silenced Russian guns, breached fortifications on the Vistula and Narew banks, forcing a retreat to the Wkra right bank and shifting pressure to the northern Wkra Vistula sector.
Advertisement promotes a moderate cost Burling ton Route Personally Conducted trip to California via Denver and Salt Lake City with escorted travel and scenic Colorado views. Alex Stocks of New England Passenger at Co. B. & Q. R. R. invites inquiries from Boston readers. Phone Main 4387.
Berlin reports another German advance on Brest-Litovsk fortress with outer positions near Rokitno penetrated and two forts north of Novo Georgievsk taken, yielding 1000 prisoners and 125 cannons. Northern Bielsk rail line to Brest-Litovsk reached as German reports describe continued eastern front gains.
Paris war office announces ongoing artillery fighting across the front. The text notes engagements along the Oise near Plessis de Roye and Vingré with hits on enemy train and convoy, actions in Champagne and Woevre, mine explosion near Hill 285 in the Argonne, cannonading in the Vosges, and a recent action in Artois yielding prisoners and five machine guns.
The Austrian war office states Austro-Hungarian troops under Archduke Joseph Ferdinand and General von Koeyels forced passages across the Bug north of Janow and Konstanynow. German and other forces on the north bank were stormed and driven back, with pursuit underway. Brest-Litovsk is invested with divisions of Field Marshal vonArA in the midst.
The chancellor states he concealed nothing from German representatives and outlines Poland's future after the war. He reviews military fortunes, praised allies, and notes German gains in Galicia and Poland while condemning Allied pressure as blood guilt. He quotes Sir Edward Grey on postwar cooperation.
Report from the front notes ongoing Italian artillery fire against Tyrolean fortifications and repulsed attacks on Folgaria plateau advanced positions. Heavy fighting persists in the northern coastal front with failed assaults on Hrzli and steadfast Tolmino bridgehead. In the Gorizia district artillery activity continues.
London reports heavy combat with high casualties on both sides in Gallipoli operations. The war office notes attacks along the southern and Anzac lines, a Suvla Bay landing, and Turks reinforcing to strike back. Allied forces halted further advance as Turkish reserves moved up. Troop spirit described as excellent.
Berlin reports Vienna Allgemeine Zeitung prints alleged wartime contract among Britain France and Russia. The document claims Britain and France vow to force the Dardanelles open toward Constantinople, with Russia backing from the Bosphorus and plans to push to Berlin by March end.
Giacomo Puccini arrived in Venice after a front visit and met Gabriele D Annunzio who serves as lieutenant. D Annunzio agreed to write the libretto for an allegorical war opera, with Puccini composing the score.
Miss Mary Hever died at her niece Annie Hever's residence 129 Washington Street Peabody. Funeral Saturday at 2 PM at St John’s Church burial at Salem Cemetery 7s (illegible).
An official communication from Petrograd reports German warships approaching the Gulf of Riga, with Russian battleships protecting the entrance as German fleet superiority grows. The notice describes increased enemy presence near the Baltic port.
London reports verify further British landings at Suvia Bay Gallipoli as part of a joint French British push to seize the Dardanelles. The aim is to deter Balkan wavering and aid Russia by routing supplies through the straits.
The Amsterdam Telegraaf reports a German espionage network in the Netherlands with about 60 agents in The Hague hotels under a German minister's control. It alleges aims to gather military and naval data, influence Dutch press, and monitor Belgian refugees, with some agents said to be women and press stories written by German attaches.
Norway protests to Berlin after the Haakon VII was halted and mails jettisoned by a German submarine. The sub took letters and remittance money destined for England and other hostile nations, seizing seven sacks from Denmark aboard the Bergen to England voyage.
Worcester probate records reveal Mrs Mary L Ellis of Upton left 6200 to her sister Mrs Emma M White provided the cat of the testator is cared for during its lifetime. A $2 bequest goes to her son Frank E Sweeney. Private legacies total 800. Funeral rules tight with 70 max, 50 for burial, no singing or flowers.
Discrimination against union sheet metal workers at the Sturtevant blower works in Hyde Park is alleged, with eight workers discharged including a Hyde Park local president. The Metal Trades Council of Greater Boston plans action at a meeting at 694 Washington St, while executive boards prepare to respond if support is needed. Ernest Schleifer from Toledo aids Machinists Union leader P. J. Conlon in pursuing better wages and an eight hour day.
Michael J. Curley, 50, a Public Works Department teamster, was found dying unconscious in front of 5 Oliver Street about 8 pm. He sustained multiple injuries and a police officer found him in the street. Believed he fell from a team and may have been struck by a vehicle. he resided on Rhodes Street, Dorchester.
The allies' governments have agreed in principle that cotton is contraband of war. A formal date for the proclamation and related details are under consideration, with the statement authorized today at the British embassy.
Advices to the State Department report the American tanker Brindilla released by British authorities at Kirkwall. The Standard Oil vessel, formerly German registered, carried oil destined for Malmo Sweden.
Ottawa reports the British admiralty confirms no Canadian troops aboard the Royal Edward when she was torpedoed and sunk in the Aegean Sea. About 1000 men were lost in the sinking. the notice cites the admiralty message replying to Canadian authorities.
Resinol ointment and resinol soap claim instant itching relief and quick healing for eczema heat rash ringworm and similar skin eruptions plus clearing pimples blackheads redness and dandruff. Physicians have prescribed it for twenty years with thousands affirming cures. Samples free Dept 27 R Resinol Baltimore Md.
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