American Troops Aid Archangel Landing in Polar North
American forces joined the Archangel operation with units from the Russian Officers’ League. Northern Russia welcomed the arrivals with cheers as the explorers faced treacherous conditions and scarce supplies. Allied leaders expect a joint expedition under Gen. Uychara to shape Siberian events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Uychara
Kandalaska
Aus
Associated Press
Archangel
Nanal
Russia
United States
Siberian
Japan
Beron Ayehars
China
Europe
Germany
Tire Red Cross
Far East
Rush Draft Bill Moves Through Congress Amid War Talk
The New York Times reports the manpower bill raising draft ages to 18 to 45 was introduced in both houses with Senators Chamberlain and Representative Dent leading. Provisions call for a September 5 registration and weekly updates to supply Class 1, while conflicts over pace and authority linger as debate continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Washington
America
Congress
Chamberlain
Representative Dent
Senate
House
Dent
House Committee
Crowder
Ures
Eees
Bell
Seemberiain
Anne
Wasingwe R
Mat Thu Sena
Curtis
Two British Destroyers Sunk by Mines
The British Admiralty reports two torpedo boat destroyers were sunk on August 2 by enemy mines. Nine officers and ninety two ratings were lost in the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Aus
Admiralty
Torpedo Sinks Ambulance Transport Warilda in Channel
London reports the torpedoing of the Warilda in the English Channel with 123 lives lost on a voyage carrying about 800 wounded soldiers. The attack cut lifeboats and gangways, trapping many wounded aboard as rescuers worked to reach them amid chaos and fear. Captain Sims commanded the ship, one of Adelaide Steamship Company's largest vessels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warilda
Luci
Te Sa
Woman's Army Auxiliary Corps
Sims
Wartida
Adelaide Steamship Company
Germans Plunder King Albert's Palace Belongings
Amsterdam dispatch reports that Germans and allied emissaries have removed items from King Albert's private Belgium palace. A bookcase with statues of three Kings, paintings, and other royal treasures were moved to Holland, with German consent required for items to depart Belgium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times Co
Tus
New York Times
Amsterdam
London
Expresas
Albert
Belgium
Holland
Brussels
TWO TANKERS SUNK BY SUBMARINES Off Halifax
German submarines attacked two tankers near Halifax and Virginia coast, sinking the O. B. Jennings and wounding the chief cook and steward. Survivors report a running battle with one submarine lasting three hours as crews abandoned ship and fled in small boats. The second tanker escaped toward port while the navy expanded patrols and seaplane searches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Aus
Middle Atlantic
O. B. Jennings
Noragamed
Jennings
Navy Department
France
Shelling and Capture at Fismes Amid Vesle River Combat
The American and French forces press north of the Vesle as Germans man large artillery lines. American troops seize Fismes after a seven hour fight, wiping out machine gunners and extending footholds on the north bank.
Diminished Tone Meditation Notes in Aids
A brief fragment hints at a personal music exercise focusing on diminished arpeggios and voice-led tones. The snippet suggests a practice routine for dance or tone color without clear performers or dates.
British Steamship Officers Report Action Near Atlantic Port
The officers of a British steamship arriving from England said the vessel came under attack near an Atlantic port. They reported engaging, firing upon, and sinking a neutral bark and shelled a crew, details indicating a hostile encounter during the voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
England
Hold Fast Lloyd George urges hold at start of new war year
London dispatch notes Premier Lloyd George’s 9 pm broadcast urging Britons to hold fast in the fourth year of war. He defends the Allied cause, cites Germany’s recent actions, and declares victory prospects bright while warning the struggle must continue for a just settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd George
London
British Empire
Moving Picture Houses
Germany
Russia
Romania
Prussia
First Casualties From the Marne Reported
The War Department released casualty lists from the Aisne Marne offensive totaling 706 names, with 459 killed in action and 80 dead from wounds. General Pershing will supply complete lists as data arrive, while relatives are notified by telegram before public release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Washington
War Department
Aisne-Marne
Pershing
Baker
March
Benedict C. Crowell
Marne-Aisne
Crowell
Adjutant General's Office
General Pershing
Paris Sees Tide Turned for Allies in War Outlook
Paris reports a turning point in World War I with Allies favored on all fronts. Factors include superior Allied effectives and reserves, stronger harvest prospects, and morale, while the German Empire shows despair. The piece cites Foch’s reply to Lloyd George about preferring the Allies’ “Mine” cards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Aisne
Theodor Wolff
Berlin
Archangel
Siberia
Russia
Turkey
Ferdinand
Bulgaria
General Foch
Lloyd George
Hindenburg
Fall Back at La Bassée Germans Defend the Vesle
British and French forces press across the Vesle while German lines wobble from the North Sea to Rheims front. French patrols cross the river at several points as Americans reach near Fismes and Muizon amid heavy machine gun and artillery fire. The Vautes Farm encounter near Muizon ends with German detachment losses after a fierce defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuter
France
Vesle
Sermoise
Soissons
Fismes
Muizon
Rheims
Vautes
Braisne
la Grange Farm
Americans Hold Fismes as Vesle Crossing Persists
American troops kept control of Fismes amid heavy German artillery as patrols crossed the Vesle at several points. French forces to both sides moved patrols across the river while awaiting withdrawals to the southern bank. Snipers and machine gunners challenged crossings but crews dug in or found cover, supported by French American artillery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesle
Aisne
Oureg
Fismes
Braisne
Associated Press
Vesse
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ls Ae
Washington Military Circles
Mr. Dent
Ses Eea
Ines
Corporal Buckman
Aug
Tor
Lance
Tella
King Albert
Halifax
Virginia
Edwin L. James
New York Times Company
Erican
Marne
New York State
LA Bassee
Lys
Thevesle
Allies
North Sea
Didier
la Bassée
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!