Russian claim claims a major Polish defeat near Warsaw
Fragmented dispatch reports German and Austrian forces pushing Polish defenders near Warsaw as Russian claims of victory spread. Contested details mention thousands captured or killed, with emphasis on fortress gaps and rear guard actions amid a broader offensive in Poland.
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Tandon
Igneral Vo Uhienstenberg
Miawa
Cidigia
Mbejevarii
Anstein Lans
Polen
Ghilieia
Battle of the Marne and German retreat reported
A Paris lead story describes German forces in retreat after fierce fighting near the Marne. It notes Allied pressure from British and Irish troops and French defense holding lines, with German withdrawals widespread along the front and attention turning toward Alsace and Lorraine.
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the Marne
Paris
Omiune
New York Armament Efforts At Watervliet And Gant Shipyards
New York reports describe intensified fortifications and shipbuilding efforts as officers confirm progress on arming and testing large warships. Details mention Watervliet Arsenal, Baltimore shipyards, and the Panama Canal buildup with government workshops at Washington and Meashington aiding the project.
Robbers Strike Oklahoma Town At Baum Lumber Yard
In Oklahoma on September 15 robbers hit the Baum lumber yard, taking valuables and triggering a postal fire alarm as authorities investigate the daytime incident at the local office.
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Oklahoma
Ardinerty Ok
Carpigalay
al Baum
Two South American women seek New York passage via relief committee
London reports that two women arriving from Berlin were directed to a cheap hotel by the America relief committee but instead stayed in a luxurious hotel at the charity’s expense. They requested passage on a steamship to New York in first or old class, claiming poverty. The American committee defended its expenditures while signaling scrutiny of such relief efforts. Public letters from committee members accused opponents of denouncing relief aid and urged orderly support for those arriving from the continent.
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London
Berlin
Ibe
America
Abe
Benefita Pte
New York
Adel Simita Sansedd
Herbert ¢. Hoover
American Commilidi
York
United States
Livia
Hare Ednber
Asthmador guarantees instant relief with money back offer
Dr Rudolph Schiffmanns Asthmador and Asthmador Cigarettes are advertised with a guarantee to return the money if instant relief is not experienced within minutes. Local druggists sell the remedy, including FE B McCollough, with the doctor directing sales and refunds.
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Hel
Rudolph Schiffmann
Tony
Jocal
R. Schiffmann
St. Paul, Minn
FE. B. McC €Olloch
Canal guns tested fortifications show good condition
In Manima on Sept 15 a full test of canal defenses was completed. The evaluation showed fortifications prepared and adequate to maintain neutral waterway safety. The testing demonstrated the canal defenses remained in strong condition and ready for use if needed.
Kansas State Fair Opens With Record Exhibits and Rich Displays
Yopeka September 1 The Kansas State Fair Association opened a large exhibit for yesterday with more horses cattle hogs sheep corn peas and other crops than ever before. The horse and cattle pavilions bridle sheds and conservatories are crowded with stock and tents and sheds have been added to house exhibits. Lectures and demonstrations feature the fair with Lola Lane presenting carhors and gatherings from the lenses area. Seventy horses and other stables are present along with the finest animals from the border rides cavalry and artillery stakes.
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Thel Kaleas I State Pair Association
Ltu
Fair Isle
Tevse Shawenelr
Lola Lane
Tigre
War supply chaos and shipping losses in Italy notes
Fragmented OCR hints at wartime supply issues in Italy including price instability, transport changes, and large wartime quantities. Mentions 283,000 tons, 95,0000 tons, and various sites, with hopes for revived agreements amid ongoing disruption and costs.
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Florence
Eady Price
Thady Durin
Kaghiad
Thady
Ance
Baeliard
Cookley
National Highway Pageant Halts in Maryland Parade
Century old pageant on Lexington Street marks centennial celebration with a five part procession. Presidents of Daughters groups and local officials attended as residents watched floats and banners depict historic events.
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Cen
Haltimoore
Lexington Street
North
Ane
Aerie
Mars
Wil‘ame Crouinin
Clarence J. Bleakley
The
Daughters of the Revolution
Wit Fant Gorty Shue
United States Daughters of the Wir of Pte
Hot Prestyn
Elier Ranirshal
Hat Ley
Serbian Invasion Report Mixed With Combat July News
Wartime dispatch describes Serbian forces advancing after heavy fighting as trenches hold. Lenin era rhetoric aside, reports note supply lines disrupted, rail line to the front repaired for troop movement, and a steady artillery barrage along the northern front with enthusiastic civilian reaction in Sendin.
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Nish
Repvin
Barsiery
Mthes
Lenin
Sendin
Kansas State Fair Opens With Roosevelt as Guest
The Kansas State Fair opens with former President Theodore Roosevelt invited as a guest this Saturday in Hutchinson. The event features motor car races and a big exhibition, with prominent locals like Lewis Bishrow among participants.
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Roosevelt
iTulehinsen
Kan
Testautsas State
Alii
Ethirong
Kansas
Sarmrdax
Theodore Roosevelt
Hutchinson
Lewis Dbishrow
Lost British Vessels Sighted After Naval Engagement
Reports state a British war vessel was sent to locate German ships after a recent engagement in the Heligoland Bight. Official accounts claim no German ships were seen at sea and no interference occurred from the German fleet during the North Sea patrol.
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London
Sopl
North Sea
Nausir
Women forced to canvass for war tax under German occupation
German troops occupy a Belgian city as a mayor, bishop, and officials are seized. Women are ordered to collect a city tax, with families coerced to contribute. Poor households faced money demands. total Belgian relief funds eventually reach a figure, while money collected is not returned.
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New York
Newspa
Cent
Belatausy
Feigk
Cty
Pavinenk
Belvo
Fed
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Saya
Vonenald
Simnet
Star Meat Market
F. P. Burr
Imo Abus
Noah Panes
Mrs.luckan
Mass. Street
Jaedicke
Graton & Bojeht ‘'Weart
Yans
Lawrence
Iron Works
Bell 106
Goncord
Klein
Boll
Masa
Will Jobing
Belgium
Rutterdar Pty. da
Loatdony
Getain
Aisne
Gu Vals
Eorthwyst
Rhetins
Arganne
Troy
Troyen
Verda
Poti Lorraine
Irenel Faroes
Wigan
siGreman
Ana Bods
Carman Bey
Fragee
Ayarbandinead
Bny Camhgn
Panama
Satdy Hook
Arsenal
Wai
de Pitt
Cinyamd
Bandy Hook
Othéin
Lespal
Tadsan
Saruly
Enerites
Thorane
Elina
Syd Reed
Ahanel
Panama Canal
Canal
Tome
Uwesau
Tin
Meashington
Panga
Italy
Mark National
Senilizi
Katy
Ae York
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