Germans Fight Desperately as Line Stalls
German forces press hopeful defense amid heavy combat as allied positions push forward. Reports describe intensified artillery and counterattacks with scarce gains and rising casualties on the front.
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1914
Page
1
Bitter War Reckoning for Hapsburgs and Hohenzollerns
A dramatic abroad wire quotes Pogland reporting English sorrow over Kaiser arrogance as World War I grinds on. It notes Serbia repulsing Austrian eastern corps, Belgium stunning Germany, and England, France, Russia shaping the brutal clash. It frames Austria and Germany as paying a bitter price for hubris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hapsburg
Hohenzollern
Pogland
N. Y
Belgium
Austria
Servis
Germany
United States
Holland
Scandinavia
Schleswig Holstein
Italy
Prussia
von Moltke
von Emmich
Liege
Meuse
Paris
Berlin
England
England and Italy prepare for looming global conflict
The passage depicts wartime rhetoric as Austria faces hostility from Serbs and Italy, with Italy defending Pola and reclaiming cities. It notes Britain’s citizens rallying to duty, mass enlistment from English, Scottish, and Welsh, and Irish participation to support the empire amid a great war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pola
Italy
Austria
England
Jail inmate floods parish cell block by opening hydrant
An inmate confined in the parish jail opened a hydrant yesterday afternoon to break the monotony of confinement. The moment the hydrant was opened water flooded the area, leaving inmates walking in water up to their shoes while officers arrived to restore order.
Monroe Merchants Urged to Plan Fall Trades Festival
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce and Retail Merchants Association urge every local business group to attend Tuesday’s 8:00 PM meeting to form a committee and map a big Fall Festival and Trades Carnival Week aimed at boosting trade, entertainment, and regional industries. An experienced organizer with 15 years’ success will speak, outlining plans for an annual Exposition and Fair in Ouachita parish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Retail Merchants” Association
Chamber of Commercce
Monroe
Ouachita Parish
Belgians Subdue Germans Praised as Priests Lead Valor
Reports from Brussels describe German leaders willing to lose 100000 men to push the line as Liege holds and Belgian priests marching to the firing line receive praise. King Albert lauds defenders while a neutral party transmits Germany’s provocative note and anticipated brutal measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liege
Lonwy
Longinton
Albert
King Albert Leads Belgian War Stand in Liege
The Belgian king Albert, a towering 39 year old newspaper man and engineer, commands 200000 reserves at Liege as Germans mass at Herbestal. Belgium’s credit remains intact with grain exports to Antwerp guaranteed by government gold payments and risk coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neures
Europe
Albert
Albert Leopold Clement Maria Meinrad
Lieze
Herbestal
Belgium
Liege
Antwerp
Flanders
Prince of
Baudooin
Bank Robbery at Homestead National Bank
By Associated Press Pittsburg August 17 two men entered the Homestead National Bank, covered officers and depositors with revolvers, took about 3000 dollars in cash and fled in an automobile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Pittsburg
Homestead National Bank Today
Elks Hold State Convention in Helena
Helena Montana hosts the annual Elks State convention for two days with large delegations from Great Falls Miles City Anaconda Butte and other cities. Governor Stewart welcomed visitors at opening. A Capitol reception followed by touring trips. The convention ends tomorrow with a big street parade and carnival ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Mont
The
Order of Elks
Great Falls
Miles City
Anaconda
Butte
Stewart
Capitol
Elks
National Fire Insurance Agents Meet in Minneapolis
National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents gathers in Minneapolis for its annual convention opening today. Sessions run through Wednesday with few formal speeches and focus on impromptu floor discussions of long standing industry issues. Speakers include W. A. Diggs Rufus M. Potts and J. A. O. Preus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
National Association of Local Fire Insurance Agents
Associatio
W. A. Diggs
Cincinnati
Ohio Insurance Federation
Rufus M. Potts
Illinois
J. A. O. Preus
Minnesota
St. Louis Shoemakers Close Up Shop Today
Four shoe factories failed to open for business due to wartime effects. An officer cited disruption of cotton markets in the South and European war demoralization as key reasons for the shutdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis
Associated Press
South
Canning Club Riding Parish Work Spreads Nationwide
Originating with Dr. Knapp, the Canning Club riding parish work has expanded across the country, gaining traction in communities far beyond its start. The movement centers on agricultural and steward duties taught to local youths and volunteers.
Tomato Club Started by Miss Knapp's Vision in Louisiana
The article traces the origin and growth of the United States Department of Agriculture canning clubs begun in Louisiana by Dr. S A Knapp. It notes rapid expansion from 325 girls in 1910 to tens of thousands by 1912, with many girls canning tomatoes and other goods to supply markets. It outlines four aims: teach economy, promote a balanced ration, foster independence, and develop organizational skills through cooperative work with Louisiana State University and federal agencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Miller
United States Department of Agriculture
Louisiana
S. A. Knapp
Knapp
Ela
Washington
Canning Club
Louisiana State University
French Adriatic Sweep and Austro German Losses
The French fleet has made a clean sweep up the Adriatic to Cattaro, destroying two Austrian warships and firing on another while the fourth fled. Reports from Brussels and various capitals mention German and Austrian losses, with continued censorship of British naval movements and Allied war progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Pelzuim
Brussels
North Sea
Alsace
Paris
French War Office
St. Petersburg
Germany
Holland
Trondhjem
Dalmatian
London
Adriatic
Cattaro
Governor Calls Special Session Over Cotton Warehouse Bill
Austin reports the governor has summoned a special legislature session to debate a cotton warehouse measure aimed at aiding Texas growers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Protest Against Intent of Japan to Seize Chinese Territory
Washington August 17 A resolution directing Secretary Bryan to protest Japan’s intention to take over the German leased territory of Kiauchau China was introduced by Representative Britton Illinois. The measure was referred to a committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bryan
Japan
Kiau Chiu
China
Britton
Ilinois
Allies Prepare to Resist Germans in Multiple Fronts
London report says France announced that upon main forces engaging French allies they will compel Austria and Germany to enter an additional struggle of vast importance. Observers note rapid Russian mobilization and the German front in Belgium may allow the Allies to strike in several places at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Belgium
France
London
Austria
Dheer
French Victorious in Naval Battle
A Reuters dispatch from Nish Servia dated August 17 reports a French naval victory in a battle at sea. The brief item notes continuation on page unknown and provides no further details in the excerpt.
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London
Reuter
Nish
Servia
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