17 Oct 1914
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1914
Page
1
Hodgdon Maine Mrs Sowers says she suffered with pains back and nerves after an operation she began Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and soon was free of pain slept well and could do most work This testimonial urges others to try the remedy and contact the company for confidential advice
Russian forces report heavy fighting within eight miles of Warsaw as German and Russian troops contend near Polish capital. Officials note defense of Warsaw signals a blocked north south front reach and thwarted German plan to use the city as winter quarters. Other actions focus near Przemysl and East Prussia with limited activity along the Vistula.
From stations within ten miles, Canadian troops arrive in Salisbury to join camps on the plains near the town. Amid marching tunes, a Montreal newsboy hides in a Highlander coat while practicing bugle calls. Many naturalized Americans serve alongside Canadians, with social distinctions fading as educated men take private ranks.
Bloomsburg October 17 William Ludwig of Catawissa discovered the body of an unidentified man at the base of Catawissa mountain ten feet from the severed head bearing a bullet hole above the left eye. Also Boston opera singer Vanni Marcour reported killed in France. Cholera confirmed in war zone areas Rome reports. Advertisement claims Champlain Cough Remedy preferred by Homer City resident R. Roberta. For sale by dealers.
The inventor M. Turpin is shown in his laboratory. Turpinite is a poisonous gas enclosed in shells. A fifty six pound shell is said to kill everyone within 400 yards of detonation. German trenches report many deaths with no wounds where the shell was used. The French plan to abandon Sts une due to the danger of firing it.
A congressional resolution proposes thanking Thomas A Edison as one of the greatest inventors in history. Representative Gittens of New York asks Congress to award Edison a $500 gold medal, design approved by the president, vice president and speaker, with action sought before October 21 Ericson day commemorates the incandescent bulb.
Washington October 17. The sinking of the British cruiser Hawke by a German submarine drew strong naval attention. Despite recent British losses, senior U S naval officers remain convinced battleships are the ideal weapon for offense and defense. They acknowledge submarines can threaten fleets in North Sea conditions late in the year.
Queen Elizabeth of Belgium accompanies King Albert at army headquarters in Havre as he directs troops. Minister Huismans notes her stoic support and dignity amid perils, while Belgian prisoners near Dutch line threaten to fight to the death. Sears estate valued at 17 million. widow executrix. Wilson may visit Pass Christian, Miss this winter.
London reports major coastal battles as German forces grip Belgium and occupy Ostend. Allied forces mass along the coast from Ypres to the sea while German control of Bruges and key ports prompts debate over strategic impact and the potential for decisive action.
Antwerp faces a German occupation with a 17 000 marine garrison and 200 officers led by an admiral. The tribute includes 300 pounds of potatoes daily 2000 bottles of wine bread for the garrison 85000 cigars 8500 kilograms of meat and daily pay for officers and soldiers around 10000 dollars.
White House denies any plan to pull A Mitchell Palmer from the Pennsylvania United States senate contest. President Wilson remains confident Palmer will win the race after assurances from officials there has been no suggestion of withdrawal.
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