Haig Reports Successful Allied Defense And Air Attacks
Field Marshal Haig states during August that heavy artillery and rifle fire repulsed an enemy attack west of Westhook and he advanced positions on the Steentesk right bank. British aircraft bombed enemy air objectives, engaging enemy air forces and bringing down seven planes while four more were forced down. two of ours are missing.
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London
Haig
Westhook
Steentesk
Lavite
Noury Chapelle
The Popes Peace Appeal Stirs War Talks in Europe
London reports the Pope calls for concrete outlines from belligerents to begin talks and suggests a framework for territorial adjustments and recalls. The proposal mentions Belgium France Serbia and other regions, urging a consultative process and possible frontiers readjustment. Washington signals President Wilson may consult allies before replying.
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Eorre Kaepuitet
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Lorrain
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Awstria
Germany
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Poland
New York
Wilson
Liner Mine Sinks Near Capetown Drowning Many
Capetown August 16 The liner City of Athens 6600 tons bound for Capetown and Calcutta was sunk by a mine on Sunday afternoon. Fifty passengers and four members of the Lascar crew were drowned. Japanese mission to America.
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Capetown
City of Athens
New Yor
Calcutta
Lascar
Pledge of Cooperation Between Japan and America Voiced in San Francisco
In San Francisco on August 1 Viscount Sehil, honored after a reception with the Japanese, urged unity for peace and declared that cooperation between Japan and America was essential to guard the Pacific region. The remarks stressed a common goal and firm resolve amid wartime tensions.
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San Francisco
Viscount Sehil
Peaselforia
Japan
America
Pacific
Bombardment Reaches Unprecedented Proportions in Europe
A London dispatch quoting Amsterdam reports that bombardment reached unprecedented intensity on Monday. Explosions were heard at Flushing and bombardment is described as the war's most formidable to date. French headquarters confirm artillery activity on both sides as reconnaissance units targeted German lines near a Rhining region.
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London
Amsterdam
Flushing
Bolpamn
Rhsing
Prime Minister Credits Workers for War Effort
The Prime Minister, Mr Idoya ionrge, praised skilled workmen during a luncheon for Mr Holman of New South Wales. He said a small dome cray at the war’s start now drives Europe’s best trained and equipped armies mile by mile, crediting both military skill and the workers’ industry.
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London
Idoya Ionrge
Me Holman
New South Wales
Europe
Submarine Menace Decreases Losses and Front Advances
The report notes 14 steamers sunk this week, totaling over 1600 long tons, with two under. Field Marshal Haig says British forces attacked along a wide front from the Loos area to Bois Hugo, advancing to the first trench and pressing gains. French troops gained ground near Bixschoote while repulsing raiders east of Kleinzibro, under stormy, heavy rain conditions.
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London
Haig
Theorth
Loos
Bois Hugo
Cite St Emilio
Bixnehoote
Kleinzilwebexe
Canadian assault drives Germans from Lens and hills
Front dispatch says Canadian forces stormed Lens and Hill 70 area, capturing positions along a 1000 yard front to a depth of almost a mile. They seized portions of Rain Wood Cite St Laurent St Emilie and Hugo Wood, with hundreds of prisoners taken as Lens becomes a deadly trap if German defenses remain.
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United Press Association
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Ingen
British grit praised as Westhoek battles rage in Flanders
Reports describe French tribute to British endurance in brutal clashes with Silesians and Prussians in Polyhon Wood as weather hampers observation at the Flanders bombardment. The Admiralty announces a British destroyer was sunk in the North Sea with 46 saved including the captain, two officers, and 43 men.
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Polyhon Wood
Paris
M. Marcel Hatin
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Achiev
Areek
London
Admiralty
North Sea
Russia's Determination Message From Kerensky War Resolve
M. Kerensky replies to King George's telegram with a firm pledge that Russia will pursue the war to a successful conclusion. The piece contrasts this stance with remarks on the Pope and peace efforts.
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London
M. Kerensky
King George
Russia
Belligerents urged to restore Bel Arm Belgrade and peace talks
Despatches from Rome report the Pope urged belligerents to restore Bel Arm Serbia and Roumania and seek a peaceful solution to Alsace Lorraine Trent Treste and Poland. Iowa, mw MILLA.
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Rome
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Lorraine
Trent
Treste
Poland
Japanese Mission to America Great Results Expected
The World reports that Japan may firm the Allied bond and join more actively in combat. A Washington note suggests the Japanese mission could offset Russian front strains and accelerate closer cooperation with Western powers. The piece also mentions rail labor disputes and a local civic event schedule.
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America
New York
Washington
World
Japan
Ilder Shenton and Co Ltd Advertises Weaners and Store Pigs
A historical ad from Ilder Shenton and Co Ltd lists Weaners and store pigs for sale, along with assorted sundries and farming supplies. The fragment mentions cattle, horses, and general agricultural goods, indicating a bustling rural supplier offering livestock and related items.
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Ilder, Shenton, & CO Ltd
Removal of Golds and Marble Goods Auction
Notice announces removal of gold costs at five to ten percent cash purchases during examination on a Monday in September. Readied bids are due at 10 am at the Office of the Chief Clerk. Applications from unmarried men are invited to bid. Connell, Commissioner in charge, dates August 9, 1810.
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Villerumce
Ik Connell
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