Stanislau Falls to Russian Forces. Monasterzyska Setback
Vienna confirms Stanislau, a key rail hub southeast of Lemberg, is occupied by Russian troops after enemy positions at Gliadka and Voroblevsk fall. Russian advances press toward Monasterzyska, Ustiezelion, and Mindigorie, with reports of thousands of prisoners as Letehitzky closes on Tynalich and the Bukovina base solidifies.
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Bolt of lightning blinds Iowa woman near Morning Sun
Miss Bellma Tandall was struck asleep by a bolt that hit a tree near her house and left her blind for a time. A doctor said the blindness may be temporary as she regained consciousness after an hour. President Wilson abandoned a planned weekend Mayflower cruise to stay in touch with railroad strike talks in Washington.
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Renowned Surgeon J B Murphy Dies in Michigan Hotel
Dr John B Murphy of Chicago world renowned surgeon died suddenly Friday at a Mackinac Island hotel while on a summer outing heart disease was the immediate cause. Knighted by the Pope he had battled ill health since February and his work in appendicitis and intestinal surgery made him famous. He was 58 and will be sent to Chicago with his wife present.
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Bread Price Increase May Be Probed
Chicago report says the federal trade commission may investigate a proposed rise in bread prices. Edward N. Hurley, FTC chair, notes a Salt Lake City baker group urging a price hike and a Chicago bakers conference predicting a loaf move from five to six cents within two weeks.
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National Association of Master Bakers
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Paul Schulze
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Day in Congress and Telegraph Change Prompt Shipments
In Washington the Senate resumed opposition to the government shipping bill while the Finance Committee pressed the revenue bill and the House sent a naval appropriation conference report with disagreements on personnel and construction features. Adjournment set for Saturday morning. New York telegraph service shift announced. Western Union will from Sept. 1 transfer national distribution for packages to another company and will collect and deliver telegrams only due to messenger shortages.
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Danger of Strike Grows Hourly Nationwide
New York August 12 The prospect of a nationwide railroad strike threatens 400000 workers and 230000 miles of rail lines. Brotherhood leader Warren S Stone demands immediate action warning a strike vote is volatile. Federal mediation continues with G W W Yangar presenting secret proposals as both sides await developments.
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Heavy Storm Causes Widespread Property Loss in Midwest
Chicago reports show heavy property damage and stock losses from floods across Iowa and the middle west. Rockford and nearby districts suffered demolished houses, blown hay and grain stacks, and disrupted streetcar service as power outages hit. Washouts occurred on the Rock Island railroad at Lataile Spring Valley and Tiskilwe. Telegraph and telephone lines were severed in several areas. Power wires were downed and half an inch of rain fell in minutes as the weather bureau predicted cooler weather after breaking the heat wave.
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Plague Due to Bermuda High Reported by Chinese Physicians
New York Aug 12 Infantile paralysis is not unusually dangerous its behavior is linked to atmospheric conditions known in China as wong sah similar to Bermuda high over eastern states Chinese doctors Dr Lee Hang Gee and Dr Yuen Ting told Health Commissioner Emerson after studying hospital cases They say the atmosphere permeates children and lowers blood pressure causing sluggish circulation and impaired motion Some deaths are blamed on negligent parents Emerson noted that pathological study differs from the physicians view and serum supply remains limited with only thirty ounces available Friday though 100 to 140 ounces daily are needed for current cases
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Bremen Gall from Sea by Wireless Aug 12
New York Aug 12 The Bremen Deutschland s sister ship flashed a wireless call at Seagate and Sandy Hook stations claiming Telefunken station closed and asked for a name no reply. A later inquiry signed D B WU resembled Breslau imprint, suggesting German origin or possible ship link with New Orleans tied Breslau. Mayor Prieto resigns as Juarez leader aims to become Mexican customs collector in Juarez.
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Woman's Party Pledges Fight to Defeat Democrats
In Colorado Springs the National Woman's Party issued three resolutions pledging to use its best efforts to defeat the Democratic presidential candidate in twelve states and oppose Democrats in Congress. The party praised other groups for endorsing suffrage by national action and noted Hughes as a Republican nominee. Endorsement of Hughes was defeated, and officers expressed elation at maintaining nonpartisan identity while pursuing a federal suffrage amendment. Public announcement came at an open air meeting.
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Wilson May Take Trip to Coast
Washington reports President Wilson weighs a coast campaign trip with advisers split. Some urge a continent crossing while others favor staying near his Shadow Lawn summer home to remain in close contact with government departments in Washington.
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Hughes adopts Wilson slogan in Billings rally
Charles E Hughes spoke to a Chautauqua audience in a big tent, pledging that if elected president nothing would be pulled off for private benefit at the public expense and endorsing the 1912 slogan pitiless publicity. He attacked the administration on tariffs and Mexico, urged a protective tariff, women's suffrage, and national preparedness, and outlined plans to promote honest enterprise and expansion of trade. May travel included brief stops at Miles City and Billings.
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Roosevelt Taft and Root to Aid Hughes Campaign
New York Aug 12 Theodore Roosevelt plans to campaign in the west for the Aerubic effort. National Chairman RR Willcox announced five to six speeches by Cal Roosevelt. Mr Willcox said Taft and E Hu Root would also aid in the campaign in the effort.
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