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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1914
Page
5
War bulletins report unconfirmed clashes west of Kiao Chau between Chinese and Japanese forces with German artillery described. The account details night bombardment near Wahel helm, shells striking Belgian lines, and an armored Belgian train that fired on German barricades, with German infantry suffering shell damage.
The British government informed the United States that it will not interfere with food shipments to Holland using neutral bottoms. Cecil Arthur Spring-Rice, Britain’s ambassador, personally delivered the notice to Secretary of State Bryan.
The admiralty said a German squadron of about 40 ships appeared near VindaU on September 24 but was kept from landing by Russian forts. The next day two cruisers returned, opened fire, and damaged harbor works. a civilian and several soldiers were killed before ships were driven off again.
Paris reports Allied forces have advanced on the north Somme and south Woevre fronts with no change in overall position. The leftward turning movement aims to cut German lines and force retreat, while a continued right-flank push threatens the German western front. reserves remain in place to counter any overextension. Antwerp dispatch notes London correspondent report.
London reports that Hangland Holland and the United Staates have begun talks to resolve cargoes in neutral ships. The Times questions U S copper shipments and notes British pause as Kruppa seeks supplies. The piece urges a quick U S Britain accord on contraband in neutral vessels amid German mischief fears.
Witnesses recount shrapnel fire near the Red Cross Hospital at Mons with flags flying over the building. Descriptions detail German dispositions, frontline veteran contrasts with South Africa campaigns, and a prisoner burned alive in a shelled village. Soldiers speak of reluctant withdrawals and a defining, religious tone from endured trials.
Misa Ida Grace Herpich hosts a North Mechanic Street gathering in Lancaster in honor of Mr and Mrs Frederick Warr of Pittsburgh with music and games. Knights of Columbus plan a dance and cards at the new K of C home on North Mechanic Street. Jack Dillon meets Leo Houck in Indianapolis and Sam Langford versus Joe Jeanette headline in New York. Tommy McCarthy defends heavyweight Northwest title against Dummy West in Lewistown Michigan.
Paris reports Antaole French, the essayist who urged amity with Germany after the war, wrote to War Minister Millerand offering service. He says his literary value is questionable in wartime and he has ceased writing. He adds he is not young but healthy and asks to be a soldier. French is 10 years old.
London October 1 The official casualty lists astonished Britons as missing outnumbered the dead and wounded. Returning groups report being separated from regiments and joining improvised battalions after a retreat near Mons. Soldiers from Royal Scots Irish Rifles Somersets Middlesex Inniskillings recount capture, escape and aid from French peasants as they headed toward Boulogne and Shorncliffe.
New York October 1 The war delayed the international balloon race so A L Stevens proposed an all American balloon race in early October starting east of Philadelphia Ten balloons are expected to start including three built for the Gordon Bennett race Only drifting balloons will be allowed The race will feature automobile racing with balloons The Dancing Doll with Stephens in charge will be the King Balloon and carry the winner's trophy.
Giving Charity Circus opens at Expo sition Park Rochester for children’s free dispensary. A masquerade ball with lions camels and bear cats from tall timbers plus an aeroplane burlesque artillery drill are featured. Organizers expect large crowds over three days.
"Young" Huddie of San Francisco collapsed after six rounds with Knockout Carrol at Coffroths arena and died today at St Francis hospital. Doctors report the death from concussion of the brain. Warrants sworn for Carrol's arrest.
The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended until April 7 proposed higher rates on crude bailin clay carloads from Edgar Florida and other Florida points to East Liverpool and other eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania destinations served by the Atlantic Coast Line.
Yale University crew practice resumes today under coaches Guy Nickalls and E. J. Giannina. It was believed Nickalls might be unable to return due to the European war, but he will be present to lead the squad.
Five Cumberland couples were issued licenses today: Harry Carl Twigg and Olive Jane Allen. Franklin Pearce Haller and Katien Margaret Cook. John Ambrose Cavanaugh and Ruth K. Davis. Leonard John Fuller and Elizabeth Margaret Troxell. Edwin Blane Thomas and Helen Trail. Additional licenses granted to pairs in West Virginia and Pennsylvania followed.
A Senate Finance sub-committee recommends replacing the gasoline tax with a tax of twenty five cents per horsepower on all passenger automobiles paid by owners and a one dollar per horsepower tax by manufacturers on all sales. Estimated revenue is about sixteen million dollars.
President Wilson issued endorsements for Indiana Senator Shively and Oregon Senator Chamberlain seeking re election. He also expressed strong support for Senator Sagiviy, calling his re election vital to the party and the Senate.
The Western Maryland launched a new supply train to deliver provisions to camps and other locations. The first run will connect Hagerstown and Cumberland, addressing past miscoordination in freight movements.
Rome reports Austria officially apologizes for mines in the Adriatic near Italy and for sinking Italian ships. Austria promises removal of mines and damages to victims. Italy may seek indemnity estimated between 740000 and 1000000 dollars, potentially averting a crisis.
German warships in the Bay of Kiao-Chau bombarded Japanese positions near Tsing-Tao with air support from German planes. Japanese losses include several officers and men as well as minesweepers sunk or damaged. The harbor saw prolonged artillery duels and a torpedo boat destroyer was sunk.
In Utica New York Jewish students refuse to attend a grand school displaying a Christ image. They parade with books and badges demanding transfer to another institution or removal of the picture while the Board of School Commissioners insists on attendance at assigned schools and threatens truancy penalties.
Washington reports the State Department has no definite information from Constantinople about the abrogation of the capitulation treaties before midnight. Secretary Lyga declined to say what actions the United States would take if Turkey has indeed abrogated the treaties.
Judge Robert R. Henderson grants Maud C. Hamilton a divorce from Hugh R. Hamilton. Maud receives custody of their infant son and may resume her maiden name Sei bert.
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The champion players league plans a season opening in Cincinnati with four circuits of 50 towns each. The 14.1 balk line will be used and the top winner earns 1 000 dollars. Stars Hoppe Demarest Yamada Sutton Schaeffer lead the field as eight championship matches are set in eight major cities.
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