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Newspaper
Elko Independent
Location
Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1916
Page
1
Bayonne workers launch a strike with violent clashes as a special committee seeks a plant settlement. Reports say guards surrounded managers, and a union leader warned the industry faces mine violence. Public sympathy widens amid a tense confrontation over layoffs and living conditions.
Report from Petrograd says Russians launched counterattacks after a Neus bombardment south of Lemberg and near Halies. A great cavalry action rages 54 miles west of Erzerum in Armenia as Austro German forces claim victory over Turkish troops.
Shadow Lawn Long Branch reports President Wilson says replies from England France Russia Germany and Austria Hungary show major differences with Entente and Teutonic powers on relief terms for Poland. He laments failing to secure a definite settlement to ease Polish suffering and notes fundraisers on October 20 and 21.
The article reports a Teuton assault near Lemberg driving Russian forces back with flank and frontal attacks. Casualties are described as heavy with units shattered and disordered. German forces reportedly advanced despite Russian defenses. The piece cites halted Russian troops and disrupted lines, implying strategic gains for the Teutons.
Bulgarian troops advance toward Monastir amid heavy combat on the river front. Reports describe fierce exchanges with Serbian defenses, casualties mounting on both sides, and persistent attempts to break through in the region.
Sheriff serves arrest warrants on Charles Ho Keith and George Ho Russell owners of the Independent. They appear before Justice Castle with Miss Ann Martin prosecuting. Preliminary examination set for tomorrow as defense and prosecution prepare.
County Commissioner Henry J. Jones calls for public notice stating that no political banners may be displayed over streets without a permit from the Board of County Commissioners. He says the policy, adopted at Keno, is necessary to prevent ill feeling and ensure a fair political process for all involved.
The Treval Hue special train bearing select society women arrived in Oakland to an enthusiastic but orderly welcome. Alameda officials and Wilson women appeared curious, with no demonstrations, as officials prepared for the San Francisco visit later today.
The publican candidate P. J. Ogilvie of South Fork seeks election to the State Assembly in Elko County. Respected for long residence, he emphasizes social reform, progressive legislation, prudent taxation, and efficient government while pledging faithful service to constituents.
A Canadian farmer near Peace River Alberta seeks a wife through the Salvation Army. In a letter he explains his sister died after being deceived and betrayed and hopes to find a young woman from the poor or unfortunate to marry and raise a child as his own. He vows secrecy about the past and steadfast devotion.
Paris reports a medical breakthrough as surgeons Weinberg and Seguin announce isolation of the Katalyte Microbe. They say a counter serum is being prepared and pledged to aid in healing gas attacks.
Reported union plans say Governor Tasker Oddie will marry Mrs. Daday Rendall Macklegan of Los Angeles. The couple reportedly met while she was establishing residence in Reno.
Reports from Athens and London describe King Constantine defiant amid Greek royal guard parading in uniform, as Allied demands mount. Loyal brigades pledge to die with the king, while Allied and Anglo French forces patrol Athens and Piraeus awaiting a decisive ultimatum.
Democratic candidate Fred Voight, a well known rancher from Lamoille Valley, seeks Elko County Commissioner. Former two term County Clerk and recent State Assembly member, he pledges careful, efficient, honorable service and close touch with county affairs.
A brief report notes an incident where an honest messenger boy saved a message by delivering a word for word copy before an earlier version arrived. The piece praises trustworthiness and integrity amid a minor newspaper controversy.
Dealer seeks buyers for sixty two pure bred Shropshire bucks described as well wooled and grown. Price listed as over pounds. Apply at the Independent office for details.
French forces on the Somme front report progress after repelling counterattacks and penetrating Sally Santel. Troops are advancing toward Baulpaume road under heavy artillery and rifle fire as casualty reports rise.
Atlantic City Oct 17 General Pablo Gonzales in Mexico City says direct aggression by Hughes would be preferable to friendship with Woodrow Wilson. Mexican Peace Commission chairman Cabrera repudiates the interview noting Gonzales speaks only for himself and not for Carranza or the de facto government. The article praises Wilson as Provident and states Mexico relies on his statesmanship to resolve border troubles and rebuild after the revolution.
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