Haig Opens New Offensive East of Ypres
London reports Commander Haig has begun a fresh offensive east of Ypres on a wide front. British forces reportedly press the German lines, taking hundreds of prisoners and advancing to a depth of about a half mile near the Passchendaele ridge. Heavy fighting surrounds the Broad–St. Bernard area as Cameron Cove and southern sectors feel the impact.
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Army bans Old Glory on the battle line in new orders
Recent army orders under Secretary Baker change long standing practice by restricting flags in combat zones. The amendment aims to protect the flag from fire and conceal payment details, replacing the prior rule that Old Glory always accompanied troops during battles.
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Baker
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Germany
Washington
German Machine Brings Down American Corporal
Report from Labay Tel FSCADRille on October 4 details a clash in which Corporal Andrew Courtney Campbell Jr. is believed killed in action after engaging German machine gun fire. Sources note continued fighting near the front line with uncertain casualty specifics.
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Labay Tel Fscadrille
Andrew Courtney Campbell, Jr
Joseph Ralph Resigns as Washington Official
A city council meeting discusses resignation of Joseph Ralph director of the bureau of something. A new investigation committee is proposed by Kaber and Fen. Mayor McBride to appoint a committee. Fire bell alarm tower to be built atop the fire house. A Bible demonstration planned for soldiers departing Saturday for Washington.
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Court Recesses in Kuhl Case Delays Testimony
Prolonged delay in defense witness arrival triggers a court recess in the Kuhl homicide trial. Judge plans to reconvene at 11 o clock after the defense reviews its documents and the state resumes its questioning of witnesses. A full account of testimony and developments is expected once sessions resume.
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Areit
Drop in Silver Attributed to Misapprehensions
Alledged report from Tonopah banker Epatine forwards Senator Newland’s reply explaining the silver price decline stems from misapprehensions about shipment embargoes. He notes export restrictions affect only certain refrences and were issued to limit supplies. The reply cites that no embargo on all exports exists, easing fears of a broader price drop.
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Prunes
Charles DB. Epatine
Tonopah
Newland
Newlanis
War Tax Bill Now In Effect Across Nation
Washington October 4 the new war tax bill was signed yesterday by President Wilson and went into effect. The article notes restrictions aimed at curbing public drunkenness and emphasizes support for moral standards, while denying broad prohibition of drinking in public places. It argues the tax is not meant to suppress individual liberty but to reduce excessive alcohol use among the population.
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Washington
Prevident Wilson
Nevada
French Aerial Raid Over Germany Targets Vrankfried Rastatt
Paris reports another French air raid over Germany tonight hitting the cities Vrankfried and Rastatt. Casualty figures not clearly provided in the brief dispatch.
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Paris
Vrankfried
Rastatt
Officer Draws Gun in Las Vegas Court Disruption
A deputy sheriff in Las Vegas pulled a weapon during a courtroom hearing over a contempt fine. Court officers intervened as the deputy resisted state witnesses and ordered the chamber to halt. The sheriff restrained the deputy, who was not removed at once, and the case proceeds to a grand jury.
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Assessment on remitting EU wartime mining debt details
Fragmentary report cites a letter to a congressman noting a general landing or allied action during the war with Germany. It mentions possibly congressional hearings and a secretary’s dispatches, with insinuations of military service and payments tied to mining or related chaintal matters amid wartime pressures.
Indian Soldiers Subscribe Freely to War Bond Issue
A local wartime fundraising note reports Indian soldiers subscribing readily to the second war loan. Despite some confusion in the text, many subscribers appear wealthy and fulfill payments promptly, contributing to the total subscribed amount.
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Ollabema
Buck Sneison Sells Telemins Tron Salt Lake Evening
Buck Sneison announced a telemin racing event in Salt Lake City last evening and entries open today. The feature shows racer with Crores Mooty in the White vent for Snoteort, a car praised for a Verdially built wiring wheel and tuned piston design to balance speed and durability. The car originated in Love Angeles and was refined by Troy Cheater for the Kin line.
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1917 World Series dates and umpire lineup
The schedule lists games in Chicago at Comiskey Park October 6 7 and 12 and in New York at the Polo Grounds October 9 10 and 15 with a potential seventh game to be decided by coin toss. If rain or other delays occur teams stay in the current city until a makeup game. Start times are 2 PM in both cities. Umpires are Klein Rigier O Loughlin and Evans with O N Tinta Evans noted.
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Chicago
Polo Grounds
New York
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William Klein
Charles Rigier
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Wik
Tinta Evans
Darkness over a Woman Sparks African American Rivalry
In Police Judge Doughty's court this morning two Black men fought over a woman's favor. A humorous edge marked the dispute as one insult led to a punch, then officers intervened. Both men ended with reprimands and promises to settle like gentlemen, since no serious damage occurred.
Senate Postpones La Follette Expulsion Question
Washington reports the senate elections committee postponed action on petitions demanding the expulsion of La Follette, delaying a key decision. The move keeps the situation unresolved as the body delays ruling on the alleged misconduct amid ongoing political tensions.
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la Follette
Forest Fire Ravages South Dakota Near Spearfish
Students from the normal school at Spearfish rushed to aid as a blaze south of Denison towered with over 150 men fighting the fire. Winds rose and officials feared the conflagration could break containment.
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Speariivh
Amale
Denied
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Thousands Miss World Series Games In Ticket Deluge
Chicago reports a flood of applications for the World Series tickets with thousands missing out. Reserved seats were scarce as nearly two hundred thousand requests poured in, prices rising above ten dollars for some allotments. The process left many hopeful fans disappointed.
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Extradition urged as IWW cases proceed in Chicago
CINCAGO Oct. 4 Otto Christen senior attorney for the Industrial Workers of the World said none of the men arrested would waive extradition. Names announced include R J Nobba and Julio B Taneo of Globe Arizona and Herbert McCuten eon of Phoenix among others.
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Otto Christensen
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Industrial Workers of the World
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Julio B. Taneo
Globe
Arizona
Herbert McCuteneon
Phoenix
Opium Ring Leader Arrested at Reno
Two Chinese suspects Charlie Joe and Yew Tow were nabbed in Reno with opium valued over 2500, a cheap opium pipe and assorted paraphernalia. Federal agents led by Truxton from Washington, with U S Marshal Gray and Deputy Tecob, conducted the raid on a Chinese drug store on Litht Street. Charlie Joe, labeled a leader in opium and other drugs, hopes enforcement will curb drug trafficking in Nevada.
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Trade Department
Washington
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United States Matsral
Vr Tecob
West
Nevada
Mediation Commission May Visit Nevada For Labor Review
President Wilsons mediation commission tasked to study Pacific coast and Rocky Mountain labor conditions may soon tour Tonopah Nevada amid wage disputes. U S District Attorney Woodburn reports a telegram from Attorney General Gregory directing federal officers to assist the commission if it visits the district.
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Rocky Mountain States
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Department
Strike by Government Rail Workers Paralyzes Argentina
In Buenos Aires on October 4, workers of the government railway system joined the strike, expanding the action to a general halt across the republic with no trains running.
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Buenos Aires
Food Administration names merchant representatives
Washington Oct 4 The food administration announces appointment of merchant representatives H C Stevens Wyoming Sheridan New Mexico and C Cashman Albuquerque Friendship is the warp and woof of human oneness love is the dye and pattern which makes the fabric splendid Richard Wightman
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New Mexico
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Albuquerque
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Unique Shop Unveils Wine Styler Line in Coats and Furs
The Unique Shop announces a new wine styler collection in coats, furs, and dreawee. A fresh stock of four dainty undergarments has also arrived for the season.
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Uniquie
House to Probe Heflin War Charge Allegations
A five member committee was named by the House to investigate Representative Heflin's claim that thirteen or fourteen members of Congress acted suspiciously over war matters. The accusations have stirred protests in the chamber, and lawmakers urge a swift, clear resolution for the nation's sake.
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Washington
House
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Congress
Food Board Backs Farm Exemption From War Service
Resolutions submitted to the Food Conservation Board urge exempting Nevada farmers from industry service. Charles A. Norcross of the university extension service led the presentation with support for ranch owners operators and officials in agriculture to avoid losing workers to the army. County district delegates will carry the resolutions to district committees and forward them to Washington for federal approval.
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Food Conservation Board of
Itheate Council of National Defense
Charles A. Norcross
Henry M. Hoyt
Skator
Washington
Germans Thought London Was Wiped Out Claims
Sharon Pennsylvanian reports Philip Fisher of the American Red Cross Ambulance Corps in France recalls German prisoners doubting U S forces in France and believing London had been obliterated by Zeppelins, highlighting wartime misinformation.
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Philip Fisher
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France
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United States
London
House Adopts Resolution to Adjourn at Three On Saturday
Washington October 4 The house adopted a resolution to adjourn at three o clock on Saturday adding a formal end to the week proceedings and signaling a brief recess before upcoming business.
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Washington
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Investigation of Bernstorff in Bolo Pasha case unfolds
Washington reports confirm evidence against Bernstorff, former German ambassador, tied to funds paid to Bolo Pasha now jailed in Paris as a spy. Officials withhold details awaiting French proceedings. New York communications note Hearst hosted Pasha at a March 16 dinner. Lewis cites social ties but says relations were purely social. Further word claims Bernstorff controlled the payments behind Pasha’s operations.
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Bolo Pasha
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Hearst
Bolo
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Nevada horses go to Honolulu
George Barry of the Nevada stock farm and E. R. Mackay of George Wingfield’s Fallon interests sailed Sunday from San Francisco to Honolulu, taking Deutchland a prize stud nine brood mares and five yearlings The shipment includes sold animals and others to be disposed of in Hawaii The importation of Atheling from England adds a high class stud to the farm and a pending deal may move Montgomery leaving Honeywood and Atheling as studs for the operation
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Nevada Stock Farm
E. R. Mackay
George Wingfield
Intercosts
Fallon
San Francisco
Honolulu
Deutehland
Wingfield
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England
Nevada
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