Artillery Fire and Front Movements Across Europe
In Flanders heavy British drumfire bombardment clashes with German artillery as raids near Lombiertryde yield few prisoners and a machine gun. Italian air squadrons drop four tons of explosives on Austro-Hungarian targets in the Chiavapone valley. Turks bombard Chios island from Tcheame as battles rage on the Trentino front and in the Belgian coast sector.
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Flanders
Berlin
Lombaertzyde
London
Belgium
Pres
Teuton
Lombaertryde
British War Office
Lombiertryde
Ypres
Westhoek
Ypres- Braden Railway
Nieuport
Manders
Paris
Vauxuillon
California
Aisne
French War Office
St. Mihiel
Verdun
Alsace
Rome
Trentino
Italian War Department
Chiapovane
Athens
Chios
Tcheame
Russia May Be Relied Upon To Do Her Part In War Phase
The Times correspondent says the Seventh Russian army will start a new phase of war under General Korniloff who warns against dishonorable peace and calls for Allied aid to reorganize railway warfare. He notes Russia has ten million men enrolled though poorly trained, needing British and French officers. Also reports a surge of fake assassins spurred by the revolution leading citizens to pose as murderers for sympathy and profit, with Catherine Smirnoff cited as an Odessa fraud case.
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Russia
Associated Press
London
the Times
Korniloff
Kornilof
Germany
Petrograd
Nicholas
Siberian
Minsk
Catherine Smirnoff
M. Ivanoff
Washington
Elihu Font
Wilson
Scott
Rak
White House
Root
Tianr
Scretary Lansing
Mession TS
New Republic
America
Charlex Edward Russell
Socialist Party
United States
Russell
Port of Asia Minor Bombardment Sends Light Vessels Clashing
Reporting from Copenhagen and Aur, a brief dispatch notes four sailing vessels near Smyrna causing minor damage to a town and aviation grounds. Greetings are exchanged as central armies aided by the Almighty deliver Bukowina. Emperor Karl of Austria wired the Kaiser from Czernowitz, and the Kaiser replied Germany echoes Bukowinian joy.
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Asia Minor
Smyrna
Copenhagen
Aur
Bukowina
Karl
Austria
Czernoiwitz
Germany
Norse Mission Calls on Secretary Lansing for Neutrals Needs
Dr Fridtjof Nansen and a Norwegian mission formally visited Secretary Lansing in Washington to seek state department data on the needs of Scandinavian nations and Holland. Holland’s recent pro se sale of foodstuffs shipments has been submitted to the state department, with export council proposals under review.
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Lansing
Associated Press
Washington, D. GC
Aug
Fridtjiof Nansen
Lof
State Department
Holland
Exports Council
Hraa
Sander
Virginia Primary Still Weighs Outcome With Davies Leading
Richmond Aug 8 The Democratic governorship primary outcome remained uncertain as West Moreland Davies led J Taylor Ellyson by about 4000 votes amid incomplete returns from southwest Virginia. Attorney John Garland Pollard trailed in third place.
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United Press
Richmond
West Moreland Davies
Itay
J. Taylor Ellyson
Xouthwest Virginia
John Garland Pollard
Ninety Sailors Drown In Arctic Gale Near Greenland
A heavy gale near Greenland sinks seven Norwegian trailing vessels and ninety men from a fishing fleet of fifty and twelve returning from a voyage in the Arctic. Dispatch from Christiania to The Central News reports the loss in the Arctic storm.
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Arctic
Associated Press
London
Greenland
Censtral News
Christiania
Arctic Ocean
Taft's Condition Improves in Kansas Hospital
Taft, hospitalized in Clay Center since Monday, rests easier today per his physician. The former president remains seriously ill and unlikely to be moved, with doctors attributing the illness to a severe indigestion attack.
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United Press
Clay Center
Kan
William Howard Taft
Vix
Russia and United States Face End War Struggle
The American commission to Russia returns to Washington reporting progress toward building a Russian democracy and urging full American effort. Elihu Root calls for steady, careful support while warning only Germany's overwhelm would hinder Russia's path. The group stresses unity, boosted morale, and needs like ships, fuel, and rail improvements to sustain the war effort.
United Stand Behind Allies Won't Falter
The statement argues that the American people must convince others the nation stands solidly behind its allies and will not falter, emphasizing steadfast support and unity in global commitments.
Morgan-Kuhn Company Barred for Gambling
United Press reports the Morgan-Kuhn company was expelled from the Chicago bar and executive board after an affidavit alleged the firm vowed a sale of five cara of April exas was a gambling proposition and delivery was not intended.
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United Press
Chicago
Morgan-Kuhn Company
Chicago Butter and Exe Board
Americans Win In Air From Germans During Lafayette Patrol Fight
Paris dispatch describes a five to ten minute air engagement eight miles into German territory where Lieut. Raoul Lufberry Sergt. Edward Parsons Corp. Walter Lovell and Corp. Harold Villa of the Lafayette squad repelled the German Tango Squadron. The Americans used superior speed and acrobatics to break away after a half hour battle. Parsons guarded reinforcements while Lovell and Willis fought off multiple pursuers.
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W. S. Forrest
United Press Star
Paris
Lafayette Cacadrille
Haron Hichhofen Waar
Raoul Lufberry
New York
Edward Parsons
Springfield
Miss
Walter Lovell
Concord, Maas
Corp
Harold Villa
Boston
Lafayette
Parsons
Sango Squadron
Lusherry
Lovell
Willis
Feta
Lufberry
German Spy Plot Revealed by Letter
Buenos Aires reports a large German spy plot uncovered after a misdelivered letter to the espionage head fell into foreign office hands. Police surveil suspects. no arrests yet due to Argentine law. Argentina mobilization discussions rise in wake of espionage revelations.
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United Press
Buenos Aires
Foreign Office
Argentina
Washington
D. C
Germany
Austria
Tokyo
China
Amer
Ica
RAN Gerarid
Amsterdam
Strike at Lisbon Quelled by Troops
A July 21 labor uprising in Lisbon, Portugal, described by Gilbert L. Robinson, led to troops firing on crowds, about eighty five civilians killed and 1500 arrested, after demands for a seventy percent wage increase were rejected. government blamed for the unrest and suspending constitutional guarantees. Madrid reports a northern Spain railway workers strike expanding August 10, with talks contingent on government recognition of the strike's legality, as ministers approve a 1,828,500 peseta credit for mines and defense.
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Atlante
Lage Bon
Portugal
Gilbert L. Robinson
Europe
Mgr. Lobingon
Madrid
Spain
Ier
Council of Iministers
Nore
Belgian Hero Is Honored Burgomaster Named Bar Association Head
Havre reports Brussels lawyers elected Adolph EB Max heroic burgomaster as president of the bar association amid cheers despite German sentries at the Justice Palace. Max, arrested September 28 1914 for attitude, was jailed in Germany then interned at Glatz. Reports note prior appeals to Wilson, the pope, or King of Spain for aid with sporadic replies.
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Bar Association
Associated Press
Havre
Brussels
Adolph EB. Max
Palace of Justice
Max
Brussells
Germany
Glatz
Paris
Wilson
Spain
Selgmnan
East Africa
Schnse
Mmax
London
Central News
Belaisch Dagblad
urKomaster Max
Celle
Hanover
Alfonzo
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Burgomnaler
WILL ENLIST FOREIGNERS IN DRAFT MOVE
Madison Wis Aug 8 The governor Gavenor Philipp informed draft board commissioners of the state on the desirability of accepting aliens for the national army regardless of whether they have taken out their first papers or declared their intention to do so. The declaration follows the provost marshal who aims to keep friendship with aliens who do not wish to use exemption and allow them to come under the draft. It will remove a major cause of discontent amid fears the quota based on total population includes aliens while the draft reaches only citizens and declarants.
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United Press
Madison
Wis
Gaveenor Philipp
Draft Board ‘Commissioners
Staty
National Army
Marshial
Edison at work in his laboratory amid security glare
A vivid account portrays Thomas A Edison defending his laboratory from intruders as armed guards watch the famed inventor while he labors through long sessions. The scene shows barbed wire fences, a hostile crowd outside, and the "old man" methodically pursuing progress on phonographs and other devices.
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Ay United Press Orange
Thomas A. Eiauson
Edison
Pum
Hele Jred Criek
Casbayen
American crop forecast shows wheat and corn changes annual
United Press reports August 1 crop estimates from the agriculture department indicate wheat at 664 million bushels, corn at 3.191 billion, with oats and barley down slightly. Spring wheat 68.7 percent condition, corn 78.8 percent, and various crops listed with yields and percentages.
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Washington, D.C
Rime Ameria
Chat
Washington, D
Agriculture Department
Board Today
RBI
Treo
Lusk Case Adjourned In Wisconsin Murder Hearing
Waukesha Wisconsin August 8 The defense sought a delay in the Grace Traxk murder hearing claiming her health would not permit her to attend court. Judge A B Thomas granted a postponement to August 18. The defense subpoenaed Dr David Toher husband of the slain woman to testify, while state attorney M Pillar reported recovery of a witness who appeared today.
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Fynied Press
Waukesha
Wis
Mise Grace Traxk
Henry Lookney
Mutelpiel Dudge A.B .Thomas
David Toherta
Te Wemen
Miss Lack
Heath Stein
Rexpon
Multi Casualty Interurban Collision Injures Dozens
A large interurban trolley car collided with another vehicle on a city avenue, sending more than seventy people aboard the trolley to the scene. Dozens were injured, with several seriously hurt and seven airlifted to hospitals.
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Associated Iren
Reaver Avenue
Pew Maines
Tela Seuthy
Resenker Rar
Whlell
General Holway Ill With Severe Cold
Madison Wie Aug Adsu Gen Orlando Helway remains bedfast at home with no immediate danger of pneumonia. The general, weakened by illness, has handled war work only lightly recently due to his poor physical condition. Today his physician ordered him to stay in bed until he recovers.
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Associated Press
Wellington
New Zealand
Germany
Madison, Wie
Aug
Orlando Helway
Hope for Home Rule in Land of the Kaiser Fading
The German democratic movement appears weakened after the Reichstag crisis. Liberal and radical papers view Michaelis cabinet choices as rejecting parliamentary influence. Vorwaerts notes ministers enter as individuals, not party reps, freeing the party from responsibility. Reports say Michaelis seeks a strong peace, but hints of distancing from the peace resolution persist. A delegation praised him at Dresden station as a successor to the old chancellor.
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Associated Press
Copenhagen
Democratic Movement
Germany
Michaslis
Vorwaerts
Spain
Krauée
Mueller
Michaelis
Teichaing
Tis
Frum
Dr. Michaelis
Silvecuies
Greater
Bismarcel
Oraer
Committee For German Peace
Dresden
Second in Camp Letter From Major Marden
Major Marden writes from Camp Wisconsin Aug 7 describing Oshkosh eye arrival, camp routine, and emotional impact of city’s welcome. He notes weather, tent setup, examinations, and disqualifications among soldiers while praising band escorts and requesting better paper coverage of camp life.
Milwaukee Poles Seek US Army Aid in Poland Relief Plan
Polish Americans at a Milwaukee gathering urged President Wilson to authorize sending 30 000 Poles to raid an army in America to avenge atrocities in Poland. The Polish Federation of America called the meeting to protest Germany’s imprisonment of General Józef Pilsudski and his Legions. The group seeks approval for a Polish army contingent pending Wilson's guidance.
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ASL
Presidert Wilson
Milwauker
Wis
Wilson
Ameri
Pelane
Almerca
Germany
Joan Pilsudzici
Midwanten Toles
Arsoon
Wilsen
Peleschit
Jonn
Need more equipment for Camp Douglas troops
A message from the War Department reports Camp Douglas soldiers lack proper gear. Troops reportedly need overcoats, water protection for their rats, and strawweka. Requisitions were sent to the supply department, urging immediate delivery to Camp Douglas.
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Camp Dotglas
Hy United
Maniaan
Vamplaine Wan
Kajact
Camp Douglas
Walter
War Department
Coal Prices to Be Regulated by States in Plan
Madison Wisconsin August 8 Governor Philipp and the Wisconsin council of defense join with other governors to conference in Chicago August 16 to seek a solution to the coal situation. Governors Goodrich of Indiana and Lowden of Illinois discuss joint action to curb prices. opinions vary on state vs federal control. Norbeck of South Dakota says representation will attend. Burnquist of Minnesota will likely be represented. North Dakota notes coal retails at 3.25 a ton in lignite regions.
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Madison
Wis
Philipp
Wisconsin Council of Defense
Chicago
Indianapolis
Ind
Goodrich
Indiana
Lowden
Klmola
Ttingls
Ilttle
Springfold
Cial
State Council of Defense
Herbert BR. Taylor
Norbeck
Pierre
Peter Norbeck
South Dakota
Ap Feria
Burnquist
St. Paul
Minn
Chieiuga
North Dakota
Rimmarrk
N. D
jMrasier
Chieuro
Ing. Fe
Second Call For Men by Winnebago Exemption Board
The Winnebago County Exemption Board issues another call for seventy men as many previously called failed physicals or are in service. Exemption claims remain undecided. The next seventy will not be examined until after August 9.
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Winnebase
Neonah
Beac
Interstate class rates revised in proposed ICC finds
The Interstate Commerce Commission released tentative findings proposing readjustment of rates between Texas Oklahoma Kansas and northwest Texas and Oklahoma in the southwestern class rate area, an outgrowth of the Shreveport bureau, public today.
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Associated Press
Washington
Texas
Okihoma
Kansas
Tesas
Oklahoma
Interstate Commerce Commission
Shreveport
Weather forecast for Wisconsin slips into cloud cover
Forecast indicates cloudy conditions across Wisconsin with continued cool temperatures tonight and Thursday. Northern counties may see unsettled skies and a chance of lingering cloudiness.
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