Claims Reverse to Russ Fleet in Major Naval Clash
Detailed Petrograd report describes engagement with damage on both sides. London reports Russian Turkish squadrons clash near Sebastopol with mutual claims of hits including Goeben and a Romanian battleship. Other dispatches note Tennessee at Smyrna and British naval casualties to date.
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British Beat Islamites in Arabia Engagement
London reported that British troops fought a severe engagement near Sbat-e-Arab on November 17 facing a 4,500-strong force in entrenched positions with 13 guns. The enemy retreated after heavy fighting, losing two guns, three officers and many prisoners along with transport and ammunition.
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Austrian Infantry Fighting in Belgium Photographs Show Barricade
The photograph shows Austrian infantry behind a barricade in Belgium amid efforts to repel a Russian invasion. Other items report German ships bombarding Sebastopol, Austrian fortification captures near Cracow, Roumania mobilizing recruits, and shifting front lines across East Prussia with heavy fighting near Vistula and Leczyca.
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Belgian city hit hard after incendiary bombardment at Ypres
The Belgian city, once a German headquarters during the Ypres assault, suffered extensive destruction from a second bombardment and an incendiary fire. German accusations claim Belgian shootings. Belgians counter with French cavalry blame. Reports say 43 citizens shot, a 100000 franc fine later doubled, paid by prominent citizens’ daughters. Military rule now in place. mayor and leaders held in the town hall as hostages. No exits from the northern Melgin area since November 4.
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Kitchener and the Front Tie Communicating Wire
The piece details constant wartime phone operations with London exchanges tapping German and Austrian lines, 24 hour duties in War Office and Admiralty, and Lord Kitchener directing the front via private wires to Sir John French, illustrating seamless on the spot command.
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France
Russia’s Army Reforms After Japan Defeat Recounted
An analysis notes Russia’s postwar military modernization from 1905 to 1914 with spending rising to 320 million dollars annually. It highlights aviation growth as a key frontier and the surge of military literature translation into French German and English. It also mentions 1891 dated magazine rifles as an aging element.
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Russia
France
Gunner Derbyshire Leads Stubborn Stand At War Gun Post
In a bold action the Royal Horse Artillery battery held its position against a German assault. Gooner Derbyshire and fellow gunners kept the cage gun firing until every British gun remained in action. The detachment forced the enemy to retreat in a notable wartime feat.
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German guns captured by Lincolnshire men at Aisne
Private Day of D company Lincolnshire regiment describes sneaking behind German lines near the Aisne at night. The unit moved to a new position after the enemy overlooked their trench location and then pursued captured German guns during a retreat. The account notes vivid details of the surprise and hiding in woods before the capture.
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Northern France Becomes A Slaughter Field In War
North France fighting described as the most awful conflict with artillery power annihilating human qualities. A Belgian officer recalls death and shell storms, saying the war has no soul or adventure and that men are driven to death week after week.
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France
Hidden Pocket Smuggles Change In Postwar Suit
A man discovers a secret side pocket in new trousers that hides extra change, kept closed by a stiff top tab. The salesman explains the feature arose after wartime fabric shortages. The buyer plans delivery to a bachelor pad uptown, while a joke about a husband’s coins and fishhooks circulates in boarding-house chatter.
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German Battery Captured After Bold Retreat Action
A German patrol was spotted in the woods and an alarm prevented by Lieut. Thrushon who shot the sentry. Lieutenant Thruebton and two other officers were wounded later. C and D companies broke through and seized a complete German battery, the enemy signaling surrender with white flags as three guns had already been disabled by a German soldier who risked his life.
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Wotherspoon urges mobile army to defend canal and possessions
Gen W V Wotherspoon chief of the general staff warns current forces are inadequate to protect the Panama Canal and U S possessions. He outlines a plan for a mobile 500000 man army and a 300000 strong militia reserve with 206000 in the regular force and rapid reinforcement for overseas defense.
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First Winter Death Reported From Cold
Chicago reports the season's first fatality as A Hinke, described as a boat muted person, is found dead near an Eve rent Judging house Sayre Pennsylvania. A separate account from Sayre notes in a school walk incident Charles Listuiman, teen, shot and killed Andred Milter, a teen, amid rivalries over affections. A third item mentions Henry Hkromp committing an act of aglicide due to regret over religious failures ending the European war.
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Help for Small Factories in Mississippi Trade Conferees Session
The Mississippi valley conference notes that over twenty thousand small factories spread from New Orleans to Montana lack direct buyer access outside the United States. When U.S. demand declines, workers lose jobs and owners lose income. Delegates say big firms do not need aid to pursue foreign trade.
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Train Kills Four People in Fort Wayne Incidents
A string of early 20th century reports details four fatalities in Fort Wayne area traffic, a sewer evacuation with multiple presumed casualties in Cleveland, a presidential visit planned for Thanksgiving to Sayre in Sayre, and a San Angelo murder linked to a wealthy citizen. Additional notes cover a DuPont plant accident and Army health report showing improved conditions and a significant monetary saving.
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