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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1914
Page
10
Servia reports a two day battle on September 8 and 9 where Austrian forces attempting invasion were repelled with heavy casualties. Officials deem the victory decisive citing precise artillery fire rapid maneuvering and bold bayonet charges. Austrians allegedly fired on their own troops to prevent retreat as Servian offensive advances in northern Servia.
Paris reports a German general captured by French forces was found with a sealed nomination for the governorship of Paris signed by Emperor William in his pocket. The general’s name is not to be revealed.
London Sept 15 The official press bureau released Sir Edward Grey's statement responding to Dr von Bethmann Hollweg. It says England would unhesitatingly defend Belgian neutrality and condemns Germany for breaching it. The reply recalls 1870 and notes British unity with the dominions and the French stance on Belgium. It criticizes Denmark Sweden Norway and the Boer War reference as tactless and reiterates that Britain's sword defends freedom in Europe.
Rome report cites Tribuna Russian capital dispatch stating Austria has lost 70 percent of available troops, about 250000 men captured by Russia and Serbia. The note says Austria withdraws forces to defend Vienna and Budapest.
In Rome on September 15, socialists join Nationals Democrats and Radicals urging Italy to join the war. Resolutions call for revindication of national boundaries as anti neutral sentiment grows amid commemoration of Rome occupation. Interventions seen as overdue to counter Anglo French inaction in the Adriatic.
A San Giovanni despatch says Montenegrin troops joined Servians under General Vukotek and repulsed Austrians along the Bosnian frontier. Fighting occurred Saturday through Monday with 4000 Austrian casualties and 1200 prisoners or deserters joining Servians.
Berlin reports that General Von Hindenburg telegraphed the Emperor that the Russian army of Vilna including the second third fourth and 20th corps two reserve divisions and five cavalry divisions has been completely defeated by German forces. Russian casualties are heavy and prisoners increase as spoils of war mount.
Paris Sept 15 An Allied push compelled a German retreat from a seven day battle east of Paris. Reports say field works line the northern plateau beyond Rheims as Germany plans a frontal stand with corps held at the wing and center. Allies mass reinforcements while Belgians delay German columns near Antwerp.
Milan dispatch reports Austrian forces in Galicia enduring extreme cold, especially at night, with many soldiers falling ill. Reports cited Corriere della Sera via Paris dated Sept. 15.
An Austrian official communication from Rome states there were no Russian victories and asserts Austrian forces captured about 100000 Russian prisoners and nearly 500 cannons.
Daniel Hollinger observed his 99th birthday at his daughter Mrs Henry B. Fiske home 73 Main street Winthrop surrounded by relatives and friends. He is one of the post cane holders and well wishers filled the house with cheers for more years.
An advertorial touts El Rado as a painless permanent solution to unwanted hair growth. It promises instant removal with a few drops and claims long-lasting effects, with skin left soft and clear. The copy asserts safety, broad use among society women, and a money back guarantee.
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