Desperate effort to stem German invasion nears Paris
Paris reports calm amid explosions as troops destroy houses and factories in the Oise valley. The class of 1914 and all reservists are called to colors, with strong emphasis on reinforcing Paris while French forces attack German left on the Lorraine frontier to relieve pressure.
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Russians Take Koenigsburg in Galicia Drive
Russian forces push along the eastern Prussia Galicia front directing heavy artillery at Koenigsburg. Reports say the first and second Russian armies moved toward eastern Prussia while Austrian reinforcements rush to Lemburg. Thousands of prisoners and guns captured as Germans retreat under siege conditions.
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English Are In Control of German Samoa
The British expedition has occupied German Samoa removing the risk of war expansion as Japan enters the conflict. German press in America claims the move aims to seize extra territory in China and Samoa for strategic Panama Canal safety. The New Zealand expedition seized Apia, capital of German Samoa, last Saturday.
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Germany Urges Turkey Ten Act In War Pivot
Sofia reports from Constantinople that German diplomats seek to secure Turkey as an ally of Germany Austria in the war. Bulgaria pledges to join Greece Roumania Ser Montenegro against Turkey if it fights, while Bulgarian forces mobilize. Turkish fleet reportedly reinforced with German sailors and officers as action looms.
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British Losses Near Six Thousand in Four Days Battle
London reports Lord Kitchener confirming British losses between 5000 and 6000 after four days of fighting in France. Paris readies siege plans while Britain reinforces with fresh troops as Sir John French notes orderly retirement and full replacement of guns and soldiers.
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Slaughter sale of W. F. Frederick stock pianos
The Miller McConnell Co announces the opportunity of a lifetime to buy piano and player piano stock at unheard of prices. The sale features pianos player pianos and player rolls from W. F. Frederick Piano Co with location at 218 Tusest W. Advt.
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Used Piano Sold At Slaughter Sale
A good used piano offered at 135.00 dollars during the W. F. Frederick stock sale advertised by Miller McConnel Co located at 218 Tusest.
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Sander's Dancing School Reopens at Basts Hall
Sander's Dancing School reopens Friday September 4 at Basts Hall with many new dances for the coming season. Ad appears in pages 30-31.
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Attention To Owners Of Player Pianos
All shopworn rolls priced at 25 cents and all new rolls 25 percent off to clear the W. F. Frederick stock. The Miller-McConnell Co. 218 Tus t W Meyers Lake Park. Grand Army Band today 1 30 to 5 30 p m.
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Paris or Die War Orders Echoed by German Prisoners
United Press Cable reports London Times summary that German officers and soldiers prisoners say Kaiser orders to invade claimed Paris must be taken or Germany will die. Also notes events at Meyers Lake Park with Grand Army Band scheduled 1:50 to 5:30 p.m. adv.
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Sacred College Conclave to Elect New Pope
Fifty seven Cardinals and 81 Malians with 26 foreigners gather at the Vatican as prelates take oaths and begin duties amid extensive preparations for the papal election.
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Cardinals Enter Conclave to Choose New Pope
At the Vatican fifty seven cardinals begin the conclave to elect Pope Pius X's successor. Italian government guards the precincts while nine cardinals are singled out as likely choices.
Sanitary Carpet Cleaning and Dance Class Ads
Sanitary carpet cleaning offered with dusting scouring or dry cleaning. Phone 9 percent. Mentions carpets. Klosterman's School of Dancing reopens beginners class Tuesday evening September 8 at Bast's hall. For information call Stark 528. Meyer's lake Monday evening August list. Admission 50 cents per couple. Ad.
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Unidentified man killed on W and L tracks near roofing plant
A man about 30 to 35 was found dead on W and L tracks near Kanne berg Roofing & Ceiling Co. by a train crew at 3 am. The body was severed at the waist and taken to Miller Blanchard morgue. By laws of an Italian lodge with the name Donato Cirello were found in his pocket, but locals doubt the identity. A book with Mrs. Oscar Spitler’s identification page was also found. Coroner Gavin ordered the body held for several days.
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Funeral for Brother Edward Bock Held at Residence
Musicians notice says Edward Bock funeral at his home 1106 2nd street SW at 8 a m Monday August 31. G A Band to play. All A F of M members urged to attend. L G Smith Secretary Advt.
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Jeannette Cole Smith Piano Harmony Instructor Ad
Jeannette Cole Smith offers piano and harmony instruction starting Tuesday September 1 at residence studio 16038 Market Ave N Stark. Contact C-2487 for details. Ady runs September 29 30.
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Annual Tag Day Forthcoming For Children’s Aid Society
Help Us Raise 82000. Next Saturday marks the annual tag day appeal by the Children’s Aid Society. Volunteers urge liberal donations to support needy children and related services.
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War Odiues Imply Views Calle d
English and French boys in the West End parade bearing German insignia on swords in nightly demonstrations. The salaries of music hall performers in the West End have been cut by 50 percent during the war. The variety artists federation urges high earners to fund a relief effort. Queen Wilhelmina cancels Dutch court festivities for the season. German papers predict Kaiser’s army reaching Paris by Sept. 2.
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Servians Plan Large Invasion of Austria from Bosnia
NISH via Rome August 31 A great Servian invasion of Austria is planned with the army massed along the Drina and to cross into Bosnia between Losnitza and Syor nik. Bosnians are expected to rise in support once within borders amid Servian agitation.
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Tailor Shop Purchased. New Owner Promises Quality Service
F Armagida has purchased the tailor shop formerly owned by J Philips at 201 McKinley av SW. The new owner states the shop is equipped better than ever to handle orders for both ladies and gentlemen with first class pressing and re pairing.
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