Appalling Blow as Russian Front Collapses
A Petrograd dispatch reports General Korniloff’s drastic actions to restore order in the Eleventh army, amid soldiers firing on their own men and abandoning artillery. Premier Kerensky threatens to resign unless the death penalty is restored, while the government vows a stronger stand to save the state and discipline.
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Russian Army in Danger Amid Global Turmoil
July 26 dispatches report the Russian army’s perilous situation acknowledged by officials. The Galician front shows wide mobilization while losses mount across the front. Continued coverage notes naval and wartime shifts as adjustments unfold amid ongoing conflict.
People's Rule in Greece Restored Amid War Moves
Athens June 24 Premier Venizelos said parliament’s reassembly marks formal restoration of democratic rule after Constantine's dismissal. He cited breaking relations with the Central powers and Greece fighting in Macedonia. A war declaration was made. stronger army ties with Serbia aim to restore Balkan balance.
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Polish Leader Foiled German Aims in Flight Arrest
Copenhagen reports General Pilsudski former Polish commander of the Legions was arrested by German authorities while attempting to leave Poland. The event signals a rift between Poland's fight for independence and German control over Polish forces. Filudakin's possible shift heightens tensions as Polish patriots face German measures amid ongoing political strain.
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North Dakota Troops May Train for Russia Front
North Dakota guards may be sent to the Russian front after training at Palo Alto and San Francisco. Letters from officers in Grafton and Parang, Mindanao, indicate orders to report to the western department and rumors say Pacific coast troops will relieve Philippine scouts for service abroad.
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Crown Prince battering French front in renewed drive
German forces renewed pressure on the Aisne front near Hurtebise and La Bovelle,断 with Paris dispatches noting the attack failed to match Verdun gains. Despite strong assaults in Champagne, the German line was repelled, while Romanian and Russian reports claim over 2,000 prisoners and 57 guns captured on the Romania front.
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Food control bill storm center in conference
Washington July 26 Conferees on the administration food control bill today undertook to reconcile differences between the house and senate with a vigorous fight threatened over certain features of the legislation The task was made harder by the house action instructing conferees to disagree with all senate amendments The main contests were expected to center on a congressional year expenditure committee and a three member food control board both opposed by President Wilson The senate amendment to fix a $2 00 minimum for wheat and permit continuance of foodstuffs in the manufacture of light wines and beer also are difficult to resolve Indications are the senate prohibition provisions may be greatly strengthened At least five of the senate conferees favor a bone dry country and Lever of the house conferees has promised prohibition representatives he will pursue the issue Continued on Page 5.
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Germans in English camp favor diplomacy over victory
A German prisoner view from Dorchester internment camp near London argues Germany should end the struggle through diplomacy rather than seek a brilliant victory. He notes Germany can hold out, denies material shortages, and says U.S. entry will prolong the war. The group includes airmen and others with varied front-line experience.
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England
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Parcel post to sammys abroad at 12 cents a pound
Washington officials announced parcel post packages may be sent to soldiers of the American Expeditionary Forces at 12 cents per pound. They may not be registered insured or sent C O D. Wrappers must show sender name and address and the addressee followed by the unit name and the words American Expeditionary Forces.
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Post Office Department
Bemidji Prepares for I W W Outbreak Amid Patrols
Bemidji Minnesota swore in 25 special policemen to bolster the regular force as I W W tensions rise after 35 I W W adherents were driven from town. Exiled secretary J J Dunning and six others arrived at Duluth en route to rejoin a larger group, with warnings of a larger force returning. A large American flag was hoisted at the I W W headquarters and local citizens marched to remove sabotage materials and confront officials suspected of sympathy with the group.
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Soft coal rate increase approved by ICC
The Interstate Commerce Commission granted railroads a ten cent per ton rise in freigth rates on soft coal following findings in the rate case. The action affects shipments to Western and Central regions including Kentucky and Ohio, with adjustments designed to cover increased costs.
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Russian Army in Retreat Faces Heavy Fire Across Galicia
Reporting from Eastern Galicia shows the Russian Eighth army under pressure as heavy artillery roars and reports claim traitor troops were blasted by their own forces. KorniLoff’s drastic measures allegedly included destroying a division, while signals hint at disciplined rear movements and limited Dutch involvement. British raids near Armentieres are noted with no other major news, and French and Italian naval updates record minimal submarine losses with two steamers damaged.
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War Will Be Big Feature Of All Fairs
Washington July 26 All patriotic demonstrations at food training camps to be held this fall at fairs and expositions will be directed by the Council of National Defense. The plan includes daily speeches by prominent speakers and exhibits designed to spread America’s war message to about twenty million attendees visiting training camps.
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Council of National Defense
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Four German ships sunk or captured by British warships
Amsterdam reports two German steamers sunk and two steamers captured by British warships. A German steamship torpedoed has reached Dephelde. The correspondent notes additional details from Amsterdam.
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