Allied and German Forces Clash Across Front in Oct Battle
Paris reports heavy German attacks on the left wing while Allied positions hold with gains near Verdun. Cavalry charges by French and British units, plus Scottish infantry, break through German artillery fire as bombardments and barbed wire defenses erode. Lille damages mount and front troops show veteran resolve amid ongoing combat.
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Paris
Hea
la’ Basse
Lille
St. Maurice
Editorial on Wilson peace stance and US cotton tensions
The Morning Post argues the US mediation push stems from cotton trade fears and American pressures. It praises President Wilson as balanced and prudent while noting opposition to the Panama tolls repeal and warning against British press criticisms.
Sun Oil Tanker Diverted to Falmouth from Amsterdam
The American oil tanker Sun, sailing from Philadelphia to Amsterdam, arrived at Falmouth England. A New York dispatch suggests the ship was diverted by British naval authorities and notes possible censorship in the London telegram.
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U. S
Amsterdam
New York
Falmouth
Danish Star Collides With French Cruiser Descartes
New York reports the Danish steamer Telesfera from Buenos Ayres collided with the French cruiser Descartes near St Lucia. The Descartes was badly damaged and returned to Martinique for repairs. The Telesfera was held until bond was posted for the repair costs.
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New York
Telesfera
Buenos Ayres
Descartes
Martinique
St. Lucia
Public Opinion Challenge and Mexican Problem Settlement
The text notes a figure daring to challenge public opinion and displaying patience and wisdom in settling the Mexican problem. It questions whether President Wilson will act only under the influence of the highest sense of justice.
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Wilson
Dreams of Jules Verne Come True on Coastal Battle Scene
Paris report describes a coastal engagement near Jules Verne’s birthplace during the Flanders battle. Aircraft and submarines fought, monitors shelled German trenches, and a shell destroyed the German headquarters reportedly killing General Von Tripp and most of his staff. German subs attacked the monitors without success as Allied gains toward Metz raised German concern.
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Paris
Flanders
Jules Verne
von Tripp
Metz
Want a husband advertise in local paper Nashville story
John Artis, a pioneer near Nashville Indiana, in his ninetieth year, places a notice seeking a wife aged around sixty with “ginger and snap” to milk two cows daily. The item is published October 23 in the local paper.
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Nashville
Ind
John Artis
Here
Swedish Star Blown Up by Mine in North Sea
The Swedish steamer Alice was blown up by a mine in the North Sea. The ship sank within three minutes after the explosion. The crew was saved.
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North Sea
London
Alice
Diaz Alive Still Rumored After Madrid Reports
In Biarritz October 23 the press denied Porfirio Diaz, former Mexican president, had died in Madrid. Persistent rumors had circulated about his death despite official statements.
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Biarriz
Porfirio Diaz
Madrid
Maytorena’s Indians tighten grip near Mexican border fire
NACO October 23 report says Maytorena's Indians advanced toward the border and more bullets landed on U S soil, signaling escalating hostilities and increased danger to nearby communities.
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U. S
Naco
Maytorena
State Fish Official Killed in Car Backing Incident
Redding California October 23 Frank McRea superintendent of the state fish distributing car was crushed to death today when a string of cars backed him against the draw bar of the fish car. Responsibility for the accident as yet has not been placed.
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Redding
Cal
Frank McRea
State Fish Distributing
Mexican convention debates continue in session
Washington reports the Mexican national convention remains in session as adjournment is denied. Officials note ongoing deliberations and unresolved matters keeping the assembly to work through the day and likely beyond.
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Washington
Republican Party Principles Endorsed For November 3
A brief party platform promoting progress and efficiency without hysteria. It urges protection of California industries and asks voters to approve these principles at the November 3 ballot.
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California
Innocent Plea By Mother In Murder Trial
In Mineola New York on October 23 cross examination failed to shake Florence Carman’s testimony in the murder case of Mrs. Louise Bailey. Carman denies involvement with the crime while her mother sister and daughter testify she was in bed during the shooting. She told jurors she suspected her husband and later said she had no cause for jealousy after the murder.
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Mineola
N. Y
Florence Carman
Louise Bailey
Carman
German Cruiser Karlsruhe Sinks Thirteen British Ships
Teneriffe reports the German cruiser Karlsrupe sunk thirteen British merchant vessels in the Atlantic. Crofield brings in captured crews totaling four hundred. Karlsrupe, elusive like Emden, engaged Bristol and Suffolk in a recent action before escape.
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Teneriffe
Karlsrupe
Atlantic
Crofield
Emden
Bristol
Suffolk
U S Government Protests Seizure of Tanker Platuria
The United States government will protest the seizure of the tanker Platuria by Britain. Secretary Bryan announced the move and the aim is to secure release and an apology from England.
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U. S
Washington
United States
Bryan
England
Bank Bandits on the Run After Fatal Shootout
Posse agents from both nations resumed pursuit of three bank robbers who fled after a gun battle three miles north of the border. One bandit was killed and a Canadian immigration inspector died. another bandit wounded. The group stole 20000 dollars from the First National Bank of Sedro-Woolley last Saturday, with over 6000 recovered in yesterday’s exchange.
Typhoid Immunity Drive Spreads from California to Kansas
Thousands seek immunity as universities offer free anti typhoid vaccine. California provides vaccine to residents via Director Ww. OA. Lawyer. Kansas follows with similar program. Each month the University of California ships enough vaccine for a thousand people.
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University of California
University of Kansas
Ww. OA
State Hygienic Laboratory
America Probably Home of Kaiser if Germany is Loser
London dispatch speculates that if Germany loses the war the Kaiser would seek refuge in America. It notes he owns substantial western land, not in his name, and has moved large sums of money to the United States as a hedge against failure. The Kaiser aims to own the finest farm in America if conquest fails.
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United States
England
America
Kaiser
Germany
London
Western
Europe
At Least Two Years Yet Ere Michigan Votes On Liquor Question
Lansing Michigan October 23 Michigan will not take a vote on statewide prohibition for at least two years according to Grant Hudson superintendent of the Anti Saloon league who says petitions collected are not sufficient to warrant submitting the issue to voters with any hope of success
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Michigan
Lansing, Mich
Czertowicz Retaken by Austrians as Russians Lose Fortifications
Berlin October 28 official report says Czertowicz, held by Russians since the war began, has been retaken by Austrians. Two Russian field fortifications were captured and about 3400 Russian prisoners were taken.
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Berlin
Czertowicz
Woman's tangled family ties in Michigan marriage
Mrs. Katie M. Welch, 42, wed Luther G. Welsh, 66, the father of her divorced husband. Her son Jay Welsh has a daughter Viola. By this marriage she becomes stepmother to her former husband, step-grandmother to his child, and potentially sister-in-law to any future offspring, creating a complex family web in Ponti ac.
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Jay Welsh
Viola
Congress to adjourn Saturday at noon not end this session
Washington Oct 23 Congress will not adjourn until noon tomorrow dispelling hopes the present session would end. Leaders say there has been talk of Wilson using his power to force an adjournment.
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Washington
Congress
Wilson
Chey Voters to Help Farmers in California
Delegates from eight southern California counties representing over 15 000 farmers ranchers and orchardists met in Los Angeles to oppose the universal eight hour law. They urged city voters and press to aid in defeating measure 8 on the November ballot to protect the state’s agriculture and prosperity.
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California
Los Angeles
Farmers and Fruit Growers Federation
D. Byman Huff
Agricultural and Commercial League of
Orange County
Dinner Guests Delight with Corona Visitors at Misses Platt
The Misses Platt entertained Wednesday dinner guests including Mr. Fred B. Preston of Los Angeles Mrs. Mary Kinnear of Richmond Cal Mrs. Mary Preston and daughter Louise of Portland Ore and Mrs J P Mathes of Los Angeles formerly Corona The visitors traveled from Los Angeles in Mr Preston's car noting excellent road conditions and pepper trees lining the way
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Platt
Fred B. Preston
Los Angeles
Mary Kinnear
Richmond
Cal
Mary Preston
Louise
Portland
Ore
J. P. Mathes
Corona
Los Angles
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London Dispatch
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Republican Party
Grant Hudson
Anti-Saloon League
Pontiac
Katie M. Welch
Luther G. Welsh
Littleton
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