Germans Reported Within 60 Miles of Paris
London dispatch notes German advance to near Paris on the Upper Oise as Russia suffers army losses and Austria plans to evacuate Lemberg. Reports say Turkey may enter the conflict, while Turkey and Cirecce are eyed for war within days. Delaware Republicans meet to nominate a Congress candidate.
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German reports on frontier abductees and Russian offensives
Washington reports a Berlin cable saying fourteen women and children were abducted by the French from the German frontier with unknown fate. A later Berlin message denied Konigsberg investment and criticized British claims. In Petrograd, Russians routed Austrians near Lusthoff on August 26 taking 100 officers and 4,000 men as prisoners.
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British ships capture Kronprinz Wilhelm near American coast
The British consul general reports unofficially that the North German Lloyd liner Kronprinz Wilhelm has been captured by Royal Navy warships off the American coast.
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Zeppelin raid hits Antwerp wounding ten houses damaged
A Reuters dispatch from Antwerp reports another Zeppellin raid dropping bombs on the city. Ten houses were damaged in the blast and surrounding area. No further details on casualties were provided.
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English Capture Ten Guns In Western Front Clash
Paris reports the German cavalry attacked the English on the left wing yesterday. The English forces reportedly captured ten guns in the engagement. The bourse is closed today.
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Japan Lands Troops At Lug Kow In Open Port
Pekin reports Japan landed ten to fifteen thousand soldiers from transports today at Lug Kow the new port one hundred miles north of Tsing Tau. The move is said to violate Chinese neutrality and provoke international reaction.
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Barbara Frietchie Memorial Unveiling in Frederick
A monument to Barbara Frietchie will be unveiled in Frederick with ceremonies in a week. Alfred S. Roe of Massachusetts, Civil War veteran, will deliver the oration. The shaft with bronze base costs about $12,000 and marks the resting place of Frietchie and her husband at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
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Anniversary of the Battle of Sedan
London reports the forty fourth anniversary of Sedan as Western Europe battles enter a fifth week. German forces press to Paris with a left flank thrust, while French and British troops claim heavy German losses and robust Allied resolve.
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War News Rumors Darken Frontline Developments
Reports from Paris and Berlin offer mixed claims as German forces retreat under pressure while Russia claims victory on Galicia front and Germany reports success in East Prussia. Bombing raids on Paris continue and the American ambassador leads protests to Washington. A Belgian committee tours Britain to press for intervention and discusses wartime liberties with King George.
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Vera Cruz Port Closed as Carranza Seeks Higher Revenues
Mexican authorities report the port of Vera Cruz closed amid Carranza moves to boost customs revenues. Officials indicate changes aim to increase tariff collection and control imports. The impact on trade routes and local businesses remains under review.
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U.S. Forces Hold Vera Cruz Impounded Duties Debate
State department officials say Carranza aims to boost revenues by diverting trade to ports under Mexican control. Vera Cruz duties are collected by Americans, then impounded for later Mexican payment. No heavy disruption to U.S. forces. Sonora remains under guard. naval command changes discussed.
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Vera Cruz
Rise of New Mexican Revolution Reported in South
Vera Cruz Sept 2 unofficial reports say a new revolution is developing in southern Mexico led by former federal officers. American consul John R. Silliman, acting for President Wilson, arrived from Mexico City after talks with General Carranza and downplayed the uprising’s significance.
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Generals Villa Obregon and Pershing Meet in El Paso
In El Paso three generals Villa Obregon and Pershing met in the Mexican consular offices in a friendly gathering seen as Washingtons show of support for the new Mexican government. Secretary Bryan telegraphed thanks to Villa and Obregon for their role in quelling the revolution.
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Romanian General Staff Deems Austro-Russian Border Battle Decisive
A Roumanian dispatch reported in London says the Austro German on the Austro Russian frontier could see a decisive battle. They foresee a possible insurrection if Austrians are defeated and note Austrians are recalling troops from other fronts. Villa and Obregon plan to leave for Durango tonight.
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National Assembly Elects Valdez President of Body
The Panama national assembly opens its mid term session by electing Ramon Valdez as president for 1916. The move signals administration control and a push to advance its legislative program. Porras requests funding to complete the national exposition and other public works.
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Tick Eradication Urged At Hasley Cemetery Barbecue
A community event at Hasley cemetery drew crowds from Monroe and surrounding areas. Judge Ben C. Dawkins and doctors including A E Wright Dalrymple Dowling spoke on eradicating the cattle tick and its health and commercial benefits while officials discussed ordinances to designate Ouachita parish tick free.
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Shreveport
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Dickson Nominated Mayor of Shreveport after tight race
The Times reports Dr. S. A. Dickson won the Democratic nomination for Mayor of Shreveport in the first primary. Mayor J. H. Eastham finished second and Rep. David B. Samuel third, with a final citywide vote tally showing Dickson 1,261, Eastham 642, Samuel 605.
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George Thurber
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Judge Riley J. Wilson Secures Congressional Nomination
Judge Riley J. Wilson wins the congressional nomination by a majority of about 500 votes over his opponent Me. Rluer.
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Wilson Wins Fifth District Primary Over Elder by Large Margin
Judge Rilee J. Wilson carried ten of fifteen parishes in the Fifth Congressional District, defeating Congressman J. Walter Elder by about five hundred votes. Union Parish gave Wilson his largest lead, 276 votes, while Ouachita favored Elder by 326. Hill parishes backed Wilson, Delta parishes backed Elder except Concordia. County results also list school board totals for wards 2 and 3.
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Veteran Kimball Heads Life Saving Service at Eightieth Birthday
Sumner J. Kimball, general superintendent of the United States Life Saving Service since its inception, celebrated his 80th birthday in Washington. Born September 2, 1834 in Lebanon Missouri, he studied at Bowdoin, practiced law, served in the Maine legislature, and led the service as Congress established coast stations in 1871. Under his leadership the service expanded to all U.S. ocean and lake coasts.
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Right of U S 10 Buy Merchant Ship
Secretary McAdoo told the House Merchant Marine Committee that the United States has the right to buy merchant ships of any nationality for neutral uses. He endorsed the Alexander bill creating a 10 million dollar corporation to buy and operate ships in foreign trade with the government as majority stockholder and possible full capital when losses occur.
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