Germans claim capture of Vaux fort and Corbeaux wood
Reports say the fort of Vaux was not attacked and Germans only briefly entered Vaux before being driven out. Paris says Corbeaux wood remains mostly in French hands despite German claims. Verdun battle enters its nineteenth day with massive casualties on both sides and no decisive breakthrough.
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Turks skirmish near Trebizond as Russians reach Kalapotamos
Reports from Constantinople say Turkish forces clash on the outskirts near Trebizond while Russian troops move toward the Kalapotamos river. An American embassy despatch notes Trebizond’s archives seized from the German consulate after its departure. Secretary Stevenson rejects Roosevelt disavowal of Roosevelts preferred candidates as improperly executed.
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To Get Villa Dead Or Alive
President orders U S forces to cross the border in pursuit of Francisco Villa after the Columbus raid that killed seventeen Americans. Major General Funston to command up to six thousand troops, with secret plans and tight censorship to preserve surprise and avoid aiding Villa or provoking Mexican unrest. Villa reportedly in Chihuahua with 3000 troops. Carranza forces nearby fled. White House and War Department emphasize pursuit to capture or kill Villa with cooperation of Mexican authorities.
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