18 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1914
Page
1
London dispatch reports a pivotal battle along a front from Noyon to the Olseo Meuse north of Verdun. Kitchener declares the tide is turned as Allied forces brace for a fiercer clash and reinforce French and British units amid German counter efforts.
Reports say the third great battle of the war rages at Alone with French forces holding gains. Russians reportedly captured Preemyal fortress, but no official confirmation. German lines shift in Belgium while King Albert surveys. Allied prospects praised by Britain, while Russia ships troops to the French front. Prisoners to reclaim swamps for roads. Serbia and Montenegro claim Bergian army retreated across the Save, Bohemia pressing forward. Austria-Hungary says Einsatz troops move to prepped positions. Nussian retreat continues. Italy braces for anti neutrality protests as Austrian demonstrations flare.
Berlin reports Imperial Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg told Ambassador Gerard that Germany would push to hear peace terms from Britain France and Russia. He insisted mediation would signal weakness and noted Germany would not cede territory or reduce its fleet. President Wilson plans a further reply as he awaits a formal statement from the Allies.
Nine persons are known dead and more than sixteen injured when a Chinese Central line freight train crashed into a street car carrying 36 passengers in Memphis. The car was thrown over an embankment and bodies were hard to recover. the motorman reportedly signaled to cross after a prior train passed and did not see the oncoming train in the opposite direction.
San Francisco dispatch reports the 8,450 ton calion 1S row bit Hercules, the largest steam tug built in the United States, left San Francisco yesterday on a long voyage to Panama as part of a deep sea tow.
Des Moines faces severe flooding as 4 inches of rain fall overnight and more than 12 inches in two weeks. Bridges washed out and basements sewer lines and streets damaged. $60 000 estimated losses near Dew Motnas with $25 000 on paving and sewers. Cars and pedestrians danger at manholes as trains run damaged tracks.
Washington Sept. 17 Army transports are on their way to Vera Cruz today to bring back General Funston's army. Three have left Hampton Ready for European relief work. Two go north and one to, from Colon, evacuation to be complete in two weeks if planes do not discard. Secretary Garrison said no final decision on destination, probably Galveston. Representing foreign nations planned continuity of means for relief.
A cave-in at the 1600-foot level of the Centennial Eureka mine traps 12 miners. Rescue efforts underway as teams battle unstable rock and harsh conditions. Officials warn time is critical while engineers assess air quality and access.
Dispatches report Preemysl on the San River has fallen to Russian troops. The fortress at Praenysl, a key Austro Hungarian stronghold on the Vistula front, may have fallen to the Hussars as attackers press their advantage. Germany reports heavy prisoner and gun captures as Austrians claim a revived offensive and victory over Servia. Petrograd notes Russia will avoid a full invasion, focusing on Polish occupation. German forces pull back units from East Prussia to reinforce defenses along the French frontier.
Denver September 17 The susequent acceptance of parts of the presidents proposal for a three year truce in the Colorado coal strike was announced by J P Welborn president of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company He added some operator agents conference with the president to dispose parts of the plan they are not prepared to scout The operators will meet Saturday.
Residents protest a proposed ten percent annual tax and oppose a presidential war revenue plan, arguing it repeats a high levy from the Spanish American War era and burdens the public.
The Larne county fair opens at Nurns with a wide range of exhibits from farmers and their families. Displays include elaborate handiwork, fine arts, educational work by rural schools, and a strong livestock section. Meet organizers and observers praise the fair’s role in county development despite recent drought.
Private dispatch from Petrograd revived by the Rukelon agency states that Colonel Prince Cantacuaine left Julia ten Gran seriously wounded to an early sighting in Kiel Prontia. The report says he is expected to recover and serve as personal aide to General Nicholas, the Russian commander.
A Washington official tours the Cheral goods route, Westgard arrives in Wheatland after leaving Douglas at 10 yesterday. Delegations from Wyoming and surrounding areas escort him through road corridors to Cheyanne and beyond, with plans to return via joint delegation.
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