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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Aug 17, 1914
Page
1
French official statement reports Allies showing strong activity on both frontiers with advances into Alsace and improved artillery. French fleet conducts Adriatic sweep as bombardment and patrols intensify against German forces.
Allied leaders warn of a vast ensuing struggle with Austria and Germany as Russia mobilizes rapidly after Poland autonomy promises. French armies penetrate Alsace regions, seize guns, and push toward Mulbach and Saint Croix while a Mediterranean fleet action sinks an Austrian cruiser.
Reports describe British censorship choking news on British troop movements and naval actions in the North Sea. French officials claim advances in Alsace with captured guns and prisoners. Russian reports note Austrians suffering on the frontier and a Dutch steamer claims to have sunk an Austrian ironclad in a naval engagement.
Three Austrian reservists en route to the front were arrested at Empress and brought to Lethbridge this morning. In Calgary the B C Fruit Growers Association announced a gift of 100 000 boxes of apples for British troops in the field.
Official dispatches report Turkish troops crossing Bulgarian territory and moving toward Greece. The Hellenic government has notified Turkey that if confirmed, Greece will take corresponding military and naval measures immediately.
London reports a growing challenge in housing and guarding 6 000+ German prisoners and Belgian captives sent to France as two million troops prepare for a major clash. Details include prisoner exchanges, commissariat strain, and a Belgian aviator rescue attempt amid Belgian battle actions.
London reports former Mexican president Victorino Huerta arrives in Bristol aboard the Patia from Jamaica. He is accompanied by former war minister General Blanquet and plans to resume his voyage to Spain the next day.
A Copenhagen despatch reports Russia has demanded unrestricted passage for its Black Sea fleet through the Dardanelles. Since wartime operations began, the Russian fleet has captured about a hundred German and Austrian merchant vessels in these waters, many tank steamers carrying oil.
A Central News despatch from Amsterdam says the Dutch steamer Epsilon reported a German dreadnaught in Trondhjem harbor showing heavy damage from shell fire with smashed funnels and holes along one side after being put out of action.
Chicago August 17 a second policeman killed in the old segregated district within a month was shot early today in what is believed to be another plot by resort owners against the police George Trumbull the latest victim was killed near several resorts raided by police frequently He had no chance to use his weapon which was found fully loaded beside his body
The German cruiser Leipzig, patrolling the coast near this harbor for a week, entered San Francisco Bay and anchored just inside the Golden Gate. The ship sent word ashore that it desired to peak with the German authorities.
Washington discussion centers on Japan Germany ultimatum over Kiau-Chau. President Wilson affirms faith in Japan’s promise to respect China's territorial integrity while a House resolution by Rep Britten urges protest against Japan's transfer of Kiau-Chau.
The battleship Glory, from the fleet, is reported to reach Halifax by week’s end. The Daily News notes the arrival is anticipated this week as preparations continue.
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