Russian forces evacuate Riga as German advance threatens Petrograd
Riga, Russia's Baltic port, falls under German threat as land and sea offensives push from Mitau and Dvina crossings. War Office says evacuation ordered. Petrograd may fall, with government likely to move to Moscow. Berlin records German progress on the eastern front amid cautious U.S. forecasts.
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President Wilson Addresses National Army Draft Men
President Wilson speaks to the first great National Army draftees urging unity duty and fitness. He asks soldiers to be proud, clean, and brave, promising the nation’s eyes are on them and pledging support in battle and beyond. God keep and guide you.
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Fulton Wins Fight on Foul for Heavyweight Title Bid
Canton Ohio September 4 Fred Fulton Rochester giant won from Carl Morris Oklahoma in six rounds on a foul ruling but displayed clear superiority Fulton dominated the action throughout the bout triggering a rush of spectators in the ring as Morris exited amid jeers and Fulton was hailed by the crowd
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Jess Withird
Carl Morris
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Allies Endorse Wilson Note To Pope In London And Washington
Lord Cecil in London praised President Wilsons reply to Pope Benedicts peace proposals as a magnificent occurrence and uncertain if further reply is needed. In Washington Secretary Lansing released Ambassador Pages report that British public approved the note with enthusiasm and universality.
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Robert Cecil
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U. S. Air Fleet Reaches France In Early Wave
Washington reports the vanguard of a vast American air fleet has crossed the Atlantic to France. About 15 000 airplanes and trained aviators are abroad or en route with more under training. Officials say exact totals are military secrets but confirm ongoing deployment and large additional cohorts in training.
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Bandit Battle Leaves Suspect Cornered at Thames Street Cottage
A gun battle ensued as officers and thousands pursued Pelwareed Wheede, a suspected bandit, to a cottage at 2687 Thames Street. Wheede surrendered after police threatened to blow the house with dynamite. his mother and granddaughter were inside during the clash.
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President fixes wheat price at 2.20 per bushel
President Wilson announced a fixed price of 2.20 dollars per bushel for No. 1 northern wheat at Chicago, effective with government enforcement. The Garfield price fixing committee ended deadlock and millers agreed to limit profits, aiming to stabilize flour and bread costs and curb speculation.
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British Forces Attack Southwest of Gaza in Palestine
London reports that British forces in Palestine attacked last night southwest of Gaza on a front of 500 yards. The line was advanced in the action, according to an official announcement.
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London
Gaza
Une
Illinois Governor Enforces Order in Chicago Riot Row
Chicago reports show Governor Lowden and Attorney General Brundage okayed troop dispatch to curb pacifist agitation amid a tense war period. City officials, deputies, and volunteers worked to restore normalcy and prevent further disturbances as council and defense groups plan actions.
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Hudson, WI
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Campefore
Minnesota
Cornquist
Would Advertise Bond Issue
Washington Sept 1 Secretary McAdoo reached a decision on government advertising for Liberty bonds. Indications are the secretary will recommend advertising to some extent if Congress appropriates the money.
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McAdoohis
Congress
Italians Press On In Isonzo Front With Heavy Losses
Dispatches from Rome and Washington report Italians breaking 11 miles of Austrian lines and storming 14 forts along a 75 mile front. Austrian losses mount as Italy’s great offensive enters its third week with 27 301 prisoners in 13 days and new gains in Brestovizza valley.
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Business Conditions Good Nationwide Says Fed Bulletin
Federal reserve bulletin from the Treasury Department reports generally satisfactory business conditions across the country for August. District notes: Boston spotty but busy. New York good though dull in season. Philadelphia rich fields satisfactory. Atlanta good. Chicago fair. St. Louis satisfactory. Minneapolis slow. Kansas City less active. Dallas good. San Francisco active.
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Waits at church to kill in Mount Pleasant shooting
Sept 8 a man named Hedden shot and killed Raymond Matthews an eight year old in Marton township six miles north of Mount Pleasant. Hedden a neighbor and farmer made no statement or motive.
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International and domestic notes from 1918 era brief
The Paris Matin cites a possible French cabinet reshuffle while Washington reports the sinking of the Carl F. Cressy. US soldiers' dependents receive monthly compensation under an insurance bill. Judge Lockwood Honore dies in Chicago at 52. Motorcycle racer George Rettig is killed in Laporte. Russia readies immediate death penalty as national council convenes. German American alliance backs Wilson at Albany. British casualties in August total 50 811 with detailed breakdown. Osservations include clerical succession in Rome and cartridge defect investigations. Japan commits to full participation in the war. Boxing bout sees Mike Gibbons defeat Jack Dillon in Terre Haute.
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Indianapolis
Allied ships shell Trieste as war rages on fronts
Italian and British monitors bombard Trieste defenses for five days while General Cadorna’s artillery presses Hermada. The Austrian fleet at Pola stays silent. Italians capture Slemo slope and Blansizza plateau as Tarnovo and San Gabriele positions near collapse.
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Reichstag Warns Kaleer Over Reform Demands
Copenhagen dispatch reports that the reichstag warned that unless the German government accepts reform demands the majority parties will take measures. The warning was issued before the reichstag main committee.
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Reichstag
The Markets Chicago Prices for Wheat Cattle Hogs and Sheep
Chicago markets report wide ranges in grains live stock and hogs Wheat prices span patent and standard grades with rye and white varieties noted Cattle include good to choice steers and cows with ranges across quality levels Hogs show prime and choice levels plus weights and packing demand Sheep list good to choice wethers and yearlings with lamb figures and regional notes
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