Slackenings for Storm Not Yet in WWI Front Lines
London reports through Nov 17 that German forces push to break Allied lines on the Franco-Helgian frontier amid winter floods. Artillery duels persist with limited infantry actions. Meuse heights show progress for French near St Micheil while Verdun-area operations continue. Russian and Austrian fronts in Poland and the Carpathians see shifting actions as Botha fights rebels in South Africa and a Berlin cruiser’s northern harbor movements raise questions.
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War moves of Tuesday from multiple fronts
Heavy cannonading along Moonport to Ypres with German attacks repulsed and trenches blown up. The Raedan fleet reportedly left Helsingfors to engage Germans. German counteroffensive from Thorn checked as battles continue in Caucasus against Turks. Daily Mail cites German casualties in Flanders at 100000. Cracow said to be in flames with city investment starting Saturday. Germany denies American aid to Belgium. fronts deemed satisfactory.
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Weather forecast for Wyoming after November 17
Temperatures fall across Wyoming with unsettled conditions expected Wednesday and Thursday. Strong winds and possible showers affect central and northern areas as a cold front moves southeast. Residents should prepare for cooler nights and brief rain.
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Wyoming
Canal Work Is Hurried By Goethals
Panama November 17 A rush to finish the canal under Governor Goethals accelerates the July 1916 time limit. Goethals oversees dredging landscaping and finishing touches as crews work in two shifts around the clock. Dredges run eight daylight hours and the rest of the day is used for faster dredging, with praise for reopening the canal after a slide in five days.
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Fire and Hunger in Storms Wake on the Atlantic
News from New York reports a severe North Atlantic gale causing fires rigs and hunger along the coast from Norfolk to Eastport. Life-saving crews were mobilized as many vessels vanished after departing pre storm ports. The steamship Eureka was lost after striking Smith Island reef near Connecticut.
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Maine
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Johnson to Fight Willard for Heavyweight Title
London reports announced by Jack Curley that Jack Johnson has signed articles to fight James J. Jeffries opponent Jers Willard for the heavyweight championship. The bout is assured after Curley confirmed Willard’s manager.
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London
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Oda
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Labor 10 lays foundation for lasting peace
Philadelphia date line reports a grand labor conference planned after the European War to foster lasting peace. President Samuel Gompers could call a gathering to unite workers, review fraternal relations, and advance reforms including organization of teachers, clerks, domestic staff, and farmers. The federation backs a congressional commission on denatured alcohol and condemns the Rockefeller foundation for educational influence. It also shows conservative control, rushes an independent labor party, and revises dues to fund women workers and a farmer's credit law.
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Shawkey of Athletics Married in Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia November 17. Robert J. Shawkey Athletics pitcher wed Miss Mary Mason Clapp in a ceremony yesterday. Amon Sank, an Athletics outfielder, served as best man. The couple begins a honeymoon trip to Erie Ol City and Butler Pennsylvania then plans a southern stay for a few weeks.
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South
German Princess Arrives in Washington for Winter
Princess von Huntsfeldt Trachen berg arrives in Washington with her husband the new German embassy counsellor. They have taken an apartment after living at a hotel and will entertain if wartime conditions allow.
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Princess von Huntsfeldt Trachenberg
Europe
First Day of Reserve Banks Under New Federal System
Washington November 17 The first day of the federal reserve system operations showed brisk business with banks. Secretary McAdoo said changes will take at least a week to determine. the system is expected to add about 150 million dollars of cash to banks within a week as the treasury deposits surplus funds.
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Cossacks Crawl in Defense Near Goldup
Report from Vetrogard describes Cossacks crawling on hands and knees up a steep hill aided by wires and embankments, as Russians press a direct assault to take Goldup. After eight days of fighting around Bacalapsene, Russian forces push within two miles of Uvidup, with German air reconnaissance noting Soviet dragoons and artillery supporting the attack.
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Millions Pour Into Channels Of US Trade Amid European Distress
The article notes a rising demand for American food and goods as European turmoil eases credit conditions. It cites orders for horses, mules, clothing, and harness totaling over 200 million dollars, with US factories expanding to meet needs. It mentions the Manila Canal opening and increased foreign shipping to the West Coast, plus government action and political debate shaping recovery.
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Australian boxing title clash ends in eighth round upset
Johnsy Geiffah, an American pugilist, knocked out Mebrgin, the former Meht champion of Australia, in the eighth round here. The bout, held in Byron Bay, drew a large crowd and showcased Geiffah’s sharp right hand and improved footwork as he claimed a notable victory in a foreign arena.
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Australia
Vis Landou
Johnsy Geiffah
Poe Vray
Carranza Agreement Reported in Indian Territory Dispatch
Delayed dispatch from American consuls confirms Carranza will resign from Mexican affairs under set terms while Gutierrez accepts them. Obregon and Gonzales reportedly consent to negotiations as Villa treats withdrawal. US aid to Mexico to refill its treasury and avoid indemnity demands is noted. Carranza planning a US visit before long.
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Blond hounde robbed former judge in Missouri
A Blond hounde today trailed two armed burglars who entered the home of C. F. Johnson a former circuit judge in Missouri Nov. 17. They beat him and robbed him of 1250 dollars while he was visiting a friend's home.
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C.F Johnson
Fragmentary War Chronicle Mentions White Goats and Trators
A damaged 1917 style report notes White Goats as means by which traitors signal, with vague references to Marne battle lines near Puleculx and French bombardments by German forces. Mention of a shepherd and landscape near Muleruly appears amid garbled phrases and unclear events.
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