Germans Close to Rail Artery On Western Front
United Free Staff Correspondent reports the American attack along an 830 mile front west of the Meuse pushes within striking distance of Germany’s main western rail artery. The advance between Argonne and Meuse positions narrows to 28 miles of the railroad, forcing German forces to rush reinforcements and disruptive actions as the drive continues.
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Meuse
Main Rad Antery
Menack
Washington
Argonec
Mirus Tiressens
Germany
Wesern
Mehmid
Viskors
Lante Bis
London
Got. K
Mens
Aire
Ad- Tae
Sund
Kriemunds
Chumpacur
Seattle Churches and Theatres Close Under Epidemic Proclamation
A mayoral proclamation closes all churches schools theatres and public gatherings in Seattle to curb the Spanish influenza spread. Police report disruptions with no services tomorrow as reinforced units remain on alert amid the crisis.
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Seattle
Beattle
British Forces Capture Over 800 In Northeast Operations
Reports indicate British troops captured over 800 during a series of minor operations northeast of Quentin. Substantial piles of equipment were seized and progress reported near Hoarreveit and Le Catalin as advancing forces moved slightly northwest.
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London
Quentin
Quentin Penitiodim
Hoarreveit
Marth
le Catalin
Fy Catalet
Pacifists in Vienna Amid Quiet Efforts for Peace
Prominent pacifists converge in Vienna as European diplomats push new peace talks. Reports say Hungarian Premier Weelerle and Counts Tham Andrasy and Apponyl arrived for discussions with Karl. The Cologne Gazette notes renewed belligerent concerns but aims for a nonbelligerent conference.
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Amfterdam
Austria
Stin
Aueirth Kayake
Holland
Kotet Coetive
Vienna
Cologne
Weelerle
Count Tham
Count Andrasy
Count Apponyl
Karl
New Chancellor Presents Program Before Reichstag
Oct 56Georman's new chancellor Prince Maamillian denounces the program to the Hetchetag, pledges retrenchment, revision of the empire, and a Congress of all Delicate to plan governance. The speech mentions retaining Alparr-Loraine and continued German colonial ambitions.
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Reichstag
Georman
Maamillian
Baden
Germain
County Chairman Calls Wide Subscriptions Increase
The county chairman urges a 25 percent rise in subscriptions to meet goals. The appeal stresses duty to the town, warning of consequences if funds fall short. The plan targets support across the community, with emphasis on mobilizing readers to bolster finances and ensure program continuity.
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Cowie
Jean
Harris Worth $175000 As Bond Slacker In County Notice
Central Loyalty Committee of the Cwatifte O County Patriotic Service Feamguo forlx to the public that Harris of Millenne county is accused of avoiding bond subscriptions. Harris, a wealthy resident, reportedly owes over 575,000 in real and personal property, and is alleged to oppose the Fourth Loan. He refused to subscribe and was summoned for examination, with public exposure planned for delinquency and war bond support. The committee notes reports of his deposits and intentions to buy land. Local figures John HH. hae, Frank Hiltert, and Lethrogk are mentioned in the unfolding dispute.
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Cwatifte
O County Patriotic Service
Maneee Harris
Millenne
Harris
Amiacille
Eitieen
Haerris
Bonn
Marries
Anid
Iim
Tomdi
Cnill Otter
Marrie Bis
Mamiye
Bern
Orris
John HH. Hae
Peebot
Umathaa County
Important German Base Five Miles Away
Pass Oct 5 The Pram Am driving tonkward against Vendermere with five miles of an important German base. Allied forces plan counter moves as German troops evacuate Laon and St Geblan in retreat toward the Oe front. General Dehowyie tightens the noose south of Sa Quentin while Allied defenses hold. News describes a tense stalemate and growing Allied pressure in the region.
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Pram Am‘ious
Tonkward
Vendermere
Pareing Ag Te Poo
Derfie
Moronviliers Grove
General Dehowyie
Sa. Quentin
Allied armies press offensive on Austria and Belgium
In Washington dispatches Allied forces plan a two pronged offensive against Germany and Austria as Foch signals intent to push both fronts. London reports Germany may seek a peace offer while Amsterdam confirms a royal succession and a new German foreign minister appointed in Berlin.
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Washington
Meer Cael
Auetrit
Kepoere
Amsterdam
Gc. S
Tr. von Wolf
Hax
Berlin
These Men Are 120 Per Cent American
The call for volunteers to increase their contributions to the Fourth Liberty Loan war effort was issued today by shifts personnel who are the first to volunteer. The men who increased their prescriptions 26 percent or more are: BK. W. Cotlin, LL. Mann, J. X. Borges, FL Irn, Marton Jock, 88, Thompeen, LL. Rogers, Tom Thompeon, F. 68. Cur, Co. Kk Perringer, A. Marshall, Wi J. Clarke, 2 J. Humley, B. J. Borke and J. V. Tallman.
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Peichetin
BK. W. Cotlitn
LL. Mann
J. x. Borges
FL Irn
Marton Jock
Thompeen
LL. Rogers
Tom Thompeon
Cur
Kk Perringer
A. Marshall
J. Clarke
J. Humley
B. J. Borke
J. V. Tallman
U S Machinery Holds West Front Battle
The Franco American advance in Champagne faces heavy German defenses as Allied infantry push forward. American units leverage improved machine gun use and coordinated bombardments to break through, with German batteries saturated by mustard shells. The push resumes amid rapid gains as the front lines shift. In Pendleton barber pricing, a haircut rise is announced starting Monday October 7.
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Champagne
Beck
Jessy Yeaterdas
Veltrum Aguilet
Chanmagne-Argonne
Fleville
Chemery
Laforges
Craful
Argonne
Beche
Baier
Evacuation of Great Argonne Forest Delayed
London dispatch reports French and American forces holding the Argonne tableland as heavy fighting continues along a broad front from the Suppo river west of the Argonne toward the Meuse. Allied artillery and air activity support a costly offensive with thousands of prisoners taken and advancing troops pressuring German lines amid difficult weather and counterattacks.
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London
Suppo River
Argonne
Influenza Cases Reported in Camps
Washington dispatch notes 100000 influenza cases in military camps where only sound men are exempted from service despite widespread illness.
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Washington
Estimated explosion toll at Cinteepe shell factory tragedy
New York report notes an estimated 50 to 160 deaths with about 800 injuries, including 300 hospital cases. The blast leveled the munitions plant causing about 92 million in damage, with most costs borne by the government.
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New York
SEW SHIP MHANTHANG RECORDS ESTABLISHID
Washington Oct America two custom built ships Korn and Tuckahoe set speed records in loading and unloading, the Shipping Board says The Keys completed loading in 34 days at Hampton Roads in 54 hours average and the Tuckahoe finished in 37 days, faster than the average by four hours.
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Washington
Oct
America
Shipping Board
Hampton Roads
Fosten
Jena
County Quota for National Democratic Campaign Raised
Urgent appeal from W. M. Matlock treasurer of Umatilla county center committee for donations to meet a 200 dollar county quota for the National Democratic Campaign. Contributions received at the Matlock-Lasts office in Melting Street are appreciated.
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W. MN. Matlock
Umatilla
Centrat Counitiog
Democratic National Conte Ee
Mathouk
Mallock
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