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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1915
Page
3
Reports from Warsaw indicate German pressure near the Russian border with imprecise lines yielding to a 20 mile advance zone. British troops maneuver in France as air raids target Chalerrange and Colmar stations, with shelling on Meuse heights and near Calonne.
London July 20 The Post's Petrograd correspondent reports Emperor William has sent his letter to the queen of Greece. He claims he has paralyzed the fans for at least six months and is on the eve of delivering a coup on the European front that will make Europe tremble.
Fragmented dispatches report German forces advancing toward Ostrolenka and Windau while Russians withdraw from Warsaw area. Allies push on the Lublin line as the fate of Riga and the Polish capital remains in flux amid Austro and German clashes.
New York dispatches quote advices from New York today about an impending action. The text notes an expeditionary force in France now at about 450,000 troops and mentions a larger army of 1,000 men being deployed to the front. The message hints at imminent activity with repeated claims of "something doing soon."
Fragmentary wartime wire reports describe General Von Gallwitz leading a German and Austro German advance toward Krasnosiavy near the Lublin-Cholm railroad. Soviet and French air activity is noted as the assault continues with claims of gains and intensified operations along a widening arc of the stronghold.
Fragmentary wartime notes describe bombardment actions around a French capital area. Reports mention air raids and aircraft activity, with references to communications and nearby locations. The text is garbled but centers on aerial bombardment and military movements near Neuvilesan.
Copenhagen dispatch says German plans involve Windau and Tukums as bases for operations aimed at capturing Riga. The motive is to use Riga as a naval base after clearing mines in the Gulf of Riga.
Dispatches report large gains by Italy since July 16 with Austrian losses of more than five miles in Cadore and in Carnia on the Isonzo. Austrians reclaim two positions near Tolmino and north of San Lucas after earlier advances.
A dispatch from the Russian front reports a night clash near the Rayka river in Russian Poland on July 17 to 18. After 15 hours of fierce fighting the Russians drove the enemy several miles and captured several hundred prisoners.
Berlin reports a series of battlefield success across Western and Eastern theaters. British attacks near Cha teau Hooge to Ypres were repulsed. Russian forces retreating in Courland. German troops advance west of Warsaw toward Blonie and Grojec. Ostrolenka fortified. over 5,000 Russian prisoners captured and pursuit ongoing toward Ivangorod and the Vistula.
Reports from Washington in July say the fire on the dreadnought Oklahoma started in woollen supports and flammable material in the magazine between forward turrets. Officials think a cigarette stub or burning match caused smoldering embers not discovered until night, or possibly faulty electricity, with no indication of incendiary work on the Oklahoma New Jersey or Alabama.
In New York labor conditions in the clothing trade again threaten a general strike as the committee of adjustment meets. Union demands include maintaining closed shops and settling all differences within 24 hours, raising tension between workers and manufacturers.
F X Welnachenk of Bellevue Iowa was arrested by a secret service man after sending letters to the White House. He was moved from a hospital observation ward to the government hospital for the insane on a report by aliens that his mind was affected and may be released later on a favorable report or held for further sane assessment.
Reports in Washington indicate criminal actions by the government may result from the Interstate Commerce investigation of the Rock Island affair. The representative notes ongoing review and possible moves toward prosecution with a view to Attorney General action.
Washington and Bridgeport report nationwide strike actions as about 1 000 machinists walk out at Remington Arms and four subcontractors in Bridgeport. Union leaders demand eight hour day overtime pay double time and union recognition while nationwide implications threaten 25 000 workers. Riots feared and police mobilized as Hungarian workers urged to join mass meeting.
A cablegram from Peking to the state department reports 80,000 to 100,000 lives lost in the floods in Canton. Consul General Cheshire appeals for all possible assistance from the navy department. The message dates from July.
Vladivostok becomes a vital hub as millions in cargo and weaponry arrive from the United States Britain and France. American freight cars locomotives weapons and armor are rushed to forward front lines with shipments via Seattle Panama and Japan. The port expands with pontoon piers and lighters as workers move vast quantities of cotton dynamite lead copper and barbed wire to support Russia in its war effort.
Washington officials warned of renewed Mexican military action as Carranza troops move toward Villa forces near Mexico City and food supplies risk further disruption. Reports say Carranza units evacuated the capital to face Villa, with shipments of silver from Pachuca and Chinese aid requested for famine relief amid rail disruptions to Vera Cruz.
Reports from Douglas Arizona on July 20 say Nacozart Cumpis and Pilaroa in Montez district Bonora have fallen to Carranza troops. General Calles telegraphs a victory near Villa and Nogales with Villa forces fleeing after heavy fighting. casualties include 65 killed and 70 captured, plus seized artillery rifles and a train.
A $10,000 payment to the U S conscience fund arrived at the Treasury in New York mailed in a plain envelope. An unsigned note claimed the sender had repaid double the amount stolen and was still unsatisfied. The bundle included three $1,000 gold certificates eight $500 certificates and twenty $100 notes.
In London a fresh vote of credit of 150 million pounds was introduced in the house of commons, bringing total war spending authorized by parliament to 650 million pounds. Premier Asquith noted July spending at 54 million pounds and projected ally loans growth as more nations join. He estimated 100 million pounds would cover Britain to the end of September.
Washington statements claim Britain uses the order in council to curb German and Austrian trade while re exporting to neutrals goods barred to the United States. The State Department began an inquiry but finds limited evidence. Strong ties between British policy, U S trade, and cotton shipments emerge as Congress weighs embargo options.
Autograph letter from Pope Benedict to Cardinal Annette denies Latapie article as misrepresenting papal views. The pope states his positions appear in public statements, not private conversations, and attaches Cardinal Gasparri’s interview to the Corriere d Italia.
Rotary aims to spread the motto He Profits Most Who Serves Best and fellowship to South American countries. The international association, previously English speaking, plans to present the plan to the convention after approval by the executive committee. Frank L. Mulholland of Toledo and other officers attended the convention and were guests of honor at a ball.
Tahlequah Oklahoma July 20 Charles cat commander of Cherokee coun was shot while walking across the same bridge where his father was assassinated by an unseen foe years ago. Police believe a concealed crime was attempted but the attacker remains at large.
Middledgeville Ga July 20 Physicians attending Leo M Frank say he passed a fearful night and his condition is satisfactory under the circumstances He is able to take nourishment but doctors report difficulty in preventing him from rirung The temperature was 100 pulse 8 and respiration 20 at a.m He was moved from the prison hospital to a private room and stood the trip well according to the doctors
Des Moines action ends with executive council handing condemnation to the Attorney General after one owner refused to sell for Capitol extension. Proceeding directed to complete the taking and secure Mand for State House park.
Bridgeport Connecticut July 22 machinists walked out in several plants. Labor leaders claim 110 additional men were taken from two Remington plants and 100 men at Union Metallic Cartridge went on strike. They warn of a near total shutdown of war munitions factories by Saturday. Police dispersed crowds while a large parade formed at the center and moved toward U M C plant.
Officials of trade unions tied to the Remington arms plant strike at Bridgeport Conn met with Samuel Gompers of the AFL but ended without a plan and adjourned until Wednesday morning for a further report.
New York July 2 detectives led by Nassau county District Attorney Lewis J Smith raided Hewlett L 1 summer cottage area seeking women gamblers. They arrived just as many women fled learning of the raid. Three gamblers were captured and 10000 dollars worth of gambling paraphernalia seized.
Paris reports a private letter from Perlin stating the Kaiser's personal losses due to the war total about 20 million dollars. Depreciation hit shipping and manufacturing stocks where he is a major investor. two large Saxony and Bavaria beer firms also fell, with Bavarian, Saxon, and Württemberg rulers among other German princes sharing in losses.
Milledgeville Ga July 2 Marked improvement to the condition of Leo M Rank whose throat was cut Saturday night by a fellow convict at the state prison farm announced today by physicians attending him His temperature was normal lowest since injury Physicians say that while he does not out of danger his recovery is probable
Counsel for Thomas Taggart and Mayor Joseph B Weil seek to quash indictments charging conspiracy to corrupt 114 registration and primary election processes. State lawyers argue motions to quash should be denied as justice proceeds against more than 100 defendants in Indianapolis.
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