Villistas Advance into Chihuahua Seizing Bridges and Rails
Reports from Juarez say General Salazar with a large Villista force moves north from Chihuahua burning bridges destroying railroads looting trains. Carranza leaders fear mass desertions. Chihuahua city faces starvation as Trevino loyalists dwindle to about five hundred.
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EL Paso
Salazar
Villistas
Chihuahua
Juarez
Carranza
Villa
Trevino
T Edwards Passes Away After Hunting Accident
J T Edwards died about nine o'clock this morning after a hunting accident last September. He was shot in the head by a rifle while on a trip, the bullet entering just below the crown but not reaching the brain. He had been healing when a cold led to his death. his wife was with him as the summons came, and the community sent sympathy.
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J.T. Edwards
Elko
Deeth
Edwards
Pioneer businessman Allen Fisher Dies Ill in Wells
Elderly Wells resident Allen Fisher departed for Louisville with nephew Dr Blackford Hoth for medical care as his serious condition worsens. He nears four score and age works against recovery. The community wishes him well as Judge S Farrington and J M Taber travel to the county north to inspect mining interests.
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Allen Fisher
Wells
Louisville
Kentucky
Blackford Hoth
Farrington
J. M Taber
Germany US relations not endangered by Marina sinking
Berlin officials say relations with the United States are not endangered by the sinking of the Marina. No report has reached the navy department from submarine commanders, and it is considered possible the vessel struck a mine.
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Berlin
Marina
Germany
United States
Navy Department
Roosevelt Advocates Preparedness and Neutral Rights
At Battle Creek and Lewiston Maine in mid September Theodore Roosevelt argued against delayed action after the Lusitania sank. He warned that seizing German ships would be a war act and urged a strong American stance and proper neutrality while noting past U S support for Cuba and Mexico.
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Battle Creek
Theodore Hoosevelt
Europe
Orme
Portugal
Germany
Lewiston
Maine
Roosevelt
Mexico
Hush
Hughes
Belgium
Lusitania
Villa Seizes Chihuahua City Threatens Carranza Forces
reports from Chihuahua dated November 2 describe Pancho Villa forces surrounding the city, burning infrastructure and blocking rail lines. Carranza troops are described as inactive, facing evacuation or starvation as Villa executes 28 Carranza guards from a train 50 miles north. General Maycott allegedly defeated by Villa at Bachimba canyon last Saturday.
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Washington
Chihuahua
Pancho Villa
Trivino
Carranza
Cty
Villa
Chimuahua
Villa Toops
Here
Maycott
Baehimba Canyon
Taber Exonerated by Grand Jury in Connell Case
The Grand Jury issued a partial report exonerating Joseph M. Taber, one of the Connell case defendants, with a full vote on file. It is reported the jury will likely complete all matters by tomorrow.
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Joseph M. Taber
Connell
Murtrey
Shadow Lawn Speech Sparks War Talk Over Atlantic Submarines
The article quotes a Sept. 30 address by President Wilkow urging Republicans to back a policy shift toward war if elected, declaring peace impossible under the current approach. He argues farmers will decide the election and cites Nels Peterson and his niece Mine Anderson traveling from North Fork.
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Germiny
Atlantic Ocean
Cotie
Wilkow
Shadow Lawn
Republican Party
Woodrow Wilson
Nels Peterson
North Fork
Mine Anderson
Caine Leads Strong Democratic Congressional Campaign
Edward EB. Caine Democratic candidate for Congress has staged a highly successful statewide campaign. The Fallon Standard notes his solid, substantial effort and predicts he will do the right thing once in office. His opponent struggles to counter with promises on post roads and post offices hoping for another term.
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Edward EB. Caine
Congress
Fallon Standard
Nevada Amendment No 2 urges road funding expansion
Sparks Tribune argues for Amendment No 2 to raise Nevada's debt limit from 300000 to one million dollars to access federal road funds. It warns funding shortages injure upkeep and road quality and says federal aid requires state matching funds for a statewide highway system.
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Sparks Tribune
Nevada
British plan to catch Deutschland at sea
British authorities announce plans to intercept the Deutsche in the Atlantic as she departs New London on her return to Germany. Swift destroyers from Halifax will pursue the liner to prevent escape and bring her to neutral waters for inspection.
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New London
Germany
Halifax
Fort Vaux Falls to French Bombardment and German Evacuation
Berlin reports Fort Vaux evacuated by Germans after a ferocious bombardment that left most defenses blasted. The Germans blew up undestroyed fortifications before retreating. On the Somme and Eastern fronts both sides claim gains and the Russians capture Volhynia with 1500 prisoners. London notes Verdun lines unchanged since February 25.
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Berlin
Fort Vaux
Verdun
War Office
Somme
Volhynia
London
Candidates Enjoy Big Ball at Metropolis
Candidates gathered for a campaign ball in Metropolis enjoyed the event and praised the city’s courtesies. Bob Hunter reportedly delivered an eloquent silent speech winning votes, with others briefly addressing supporters. The group left tired yet hopeful for election outcomes. Frank Parsons then headed to Ogden for Tuscarora mining business.
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Metropolis
Bob Hunter
Frank Parsons
Ogden
Tuscarora
Parsons
Deutschland crew to hold sea funeral for Bremen dead
In New London on November 2 the Deutschland crew prepare a funeral at sea for the Bremen dead on their return voyage. A wreath with the German naval ensign will be cast into the ocean with prayers. The ship’s cargo and securities are valued around $10,000,000.
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New London
Deutschland
Bremen
Paygrage's Tips on How 10 Bet
Bet on Wilson and Marshall as the Republican National Committee estimates a victory for themselves only and a one state shift could wipe out. Edison Ford and Lovett support the President, most labor groups back him, making the election seem certain. Bet on Key Pittman for full Democratic support and some Republican and socialist votes. Platt trailed by 1821 votes two years ago with no clear sign of gain.
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Wilson
Marshall
Republican National Committee
Edison
Ford
Lovett
United States
Key Pittman
Platt
Wilson and Hughes Wind Up Campaign in New York
In New York on November 2, President Wilson arrived by Mayflower to speak at Madison Square Garden after a morning in the East River. He departs at midnight for Atlantic Highlands as cheers greet him. Hughes, confident, spoke at Batavia and plans rallies in Oneida, Schneddy, Troy, and Albany with Ohio and Indiana considered key. Dave Monroe of Becker Brewing Co. visits on business.
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New York
Wilson
Chas. E. Hughes
Wilton
East River
Madison Square Garden
Atlantic Highlands
Hughes
Batavia
Ohio
Indiana
Oneida
Schneddy
Troy
Albany
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