Heavy fighting continues around Polish capital and fronts
In London reports German reinforcements fail to break Russian resistance near Warsaw Mitau and Niemen while counter attacks slow German advances. Piorunov west of Warsaw and Lubin Chelm rail line show limited gains as Austrian aid and Austro German actions unfold. Western front calm otherwise Asquith Lloyd George signals greater war munitions activity forthcoming.
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London
Warsaw
Koryno
Courland
Goworowo
Narew
Mitau
Niemen
von Buelow
von Hindenburg
Naréw
von Mackensen
Lubin Chelm
Sokal
Piorunov
Eed Atten
Vosges
Artois
Souchez
Asquith
Lloyd
Westinghouse Receives Large War Rifle Order
Westinghouse Electric Company announced receipt of a large wartime order for rifles. The order, for 800,000 rifles for foreign governments, with an option for 200,000 more, could not be valued exactly. the prior contract reportedly priced rifles at 227.50 each.
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New York
Westinghouse Electric Company
N Tt
President Wilson Will Not Action Mexico Policy Yet
CORNISH New Hampshire July 28 President Wilson said he would take no action regarding Mexico or formulate a policy until he returns to Washington after conferring with Secretary of State Lansing. He may remain here for ten days longer.
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Cornish
N. H
Wilson
Fee
Mexico
Washington
Lansing
Resinol Soap and Ointment Seek Skin Relief
Relief for itching burning and disfigured skin from eczema ringworm and similar trouble comes from a warm bath with Resinol Soap and a simple application of Resinol Ointment. The soothing medication sinks into the skin and stops itching while erup tion clears even stubborn cases with regular use of the soap. Samples are free and pharmacists sell Resinol in Baltimore Maryland.
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Baltimore
Five Monks Acquitted in Bari Spying Case
A Bari council of war acquitted five Domini can monks who had been arrested in June on spying charges after a search of the Dominican monastery. Reports said a war map with military notes and a large signal reflector were found, along with many documents and letters from Vienna.
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Rome
Paris
Bari
Adriatic
Viennia
German Chancellor Returns from Headquarters Without Note
Berlin reports the imperial chancellor Von Bethmann-Hollweg has returned from headquarters and no decision on the German reply to the American note is given. German policy on submarine warfare remains unchanged for now, though commanders may seek to avoid US complications. Developments in AmericanBritain negotiations are expected to influence the German American situation. German statesmen await the tone of the American note to England before finalizing policy. Submarine campaign successes are again in public focus.
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Berlin
London
von Bethmann
Hollweg
United States
Great Britain
England
Germany
Atlantic Southern railroad case testimony in Des Moines
In Des Moines Iowa July 28 financier De Roo Weber testifies before the Iowa railroad commission about Atlantic Southern railroad dealing with 175000 cash into property yet bonds and stocks total 481000. Weber says stock issued for cash but not really. Robert Abels of St Louis subscribed and paid 200000 by check and the railroad returned the check for the property to comply with law. State seeks to force owners to operate the line though owners want to abandon and oppose state action claiming the line does not pay. Testimony closed and arguments to be heard tomorrow.
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Des Moines
Atlantic Southern Railroad
de Roo Weber
Road
Iowa Railroad Commission
Clifford Thorne
Robert Abels
St. Louis
Mr. Weber
Wage Increase Demands From Machinists at International Paper
New York July 28 J J Keppier vice president of the International Association of Machinists demanded a twenty percent wage rise for machinists at the International Paper company Col Michael J Reagan of the New York state department of labor offered his services to arbitrate the dispute between the company and the workers.
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New York
International Paper Company
J. J. Keppier
International Association of Machinists
Michael J. Reagan
New York State Department of Labor
Asquith Praises Russian Endurance and Warns on Gold
London July 28 Premier Asquith praised Russian gallantry in halting the invasion and noted Italy's moves toward the objective. He urged accumulating gold reserves and using paper money, defended Allied efforts, and moved to adjourn Parliament from Title 29 to September 14.
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London
Asquith
House ‘of Commons
Russia
Italy
Great Britain
Cominon
Ard
German press warned to curb anti American tone
Berlin reports rising bitterness in German newspapers over the American note. Editors who have attacked America are told to curb their utterances while discussion of the note can continue in a moderate tone. Foreign Secretary von Jagow faces Ambassador Gerard note on a submarine attack alleged against the Orduna.
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Berlin
Amsterdam
America
Herr von Jagow
Gerard
Orduna
Admiralty
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad From Toledo Firm
State of Ohio Toledo Lucas County. Jan Frank J Cheney senior partner of Fl a Cheney & Co doing business in the City of Toledo. They swear a reward for any case of catarrh cured not by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary public A. W. Gleason witnessed Dec 6 1846. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Jan Frank J. Cheney
FL A Cheney & Co
Hall
Ae F ;Teranke
A. W. Gleason
Cheney &Co
Hali
Westera Electric Official Saves Many On Eastland
P. W. Willard technical superintendent of Western Electric was aboard the Eastland when it overturned in the Chicago River. He did not lose his head and hurled a lifeline to rescuers, saving a large number of people from the water.
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P. W. Willard
Western Electric Company
Chicago
Eastland
Debate on conscription tests leadership in Britain
In the British House of Commons debate on conscription two Liberals Captain Guest and Josiah Wedgewood urged immediate action. Guest pressed England to produce more troops and ammunition while Wedgewood urged a strong national outcome, noting the Welsh coal strike showed coercion's futility.
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London
House: of Commons
Capt. Guest
French
Josiah. Wedgewood
Dardanelles
Captain Guest
England
James H. Thomas
Wegengod
Wei
America
Vladivastok
San Francisco
Compton Returns to Kansas City in Reform
St Louis Federals infielder Compton was sent back to Kansas City after a temporary injunction halted his play with St Louis. A compromise was announced before the writ was heard, and Compton will join Kansas City next year as the club claimed no knowledge of his contract attempt.
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St’ Louis
Compton
Kansas ‘City Association
St. Louis Federals
St. Lows
Kansas City
St. Louis
Chivington Comments on Compton Return
CHICAGO July 28 Thomas M. Chivington president of the American association spoke on the Compton matter. He said the terms of the Kansas City contract with the player are unclear but likely ironclad and not breakable in court. He suggested if the contract expires next year Compton could freely choose his team, though the national commission might not discipline him if he resumes Kansas City duties.
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Chivington
Chicago
Thomas M. Chivington
American Association
Compton
Kansas City
St. Louis Federals
National Commission
Matches Postponed in Missouri Town Tennis Tourney
Rain delayed today’s Tuingis Missouri Town tennis matches in Burlington. Event will resume tomorrow with all fixtures carried forward due to weather.
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Burlington
Two Party Chairs Predict 1916 Shift Toward Republicans
Democratic chair William F. McCombs and Republican head Charles D. Hilles forecast a Republican lean in 1916. They cited public dissatisfaction with Wilson and the Democratic administration, noting possible Senate gains and a near absence of domestic issues to rally against. Both warned of a potential Roosevelt entente and uncertain future plans.
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New York
William F. McCombs
Democratic National Committee
Charles D. Hilles
Hilles
Republican Party
McCombs
Democratic Party
Filles
Roosevelt
Bryan
Wilson
Dingley
Maine
New Jersey
West Virginia
Ohio
Indiana
Nebraska
Nevada
St. Louis
Missouri
Senate
Penrose
Mr. Roosevelt
Cabaret Show Doomed in Milwaukee Saloons
Milwaukee license committee and Chief Janesson issued a ukase banning licenses for saloons operating music halls. Any establishment featuring music will be refused a license and branded a disorderly place, in line with Governor Philipp’s Stemper law.
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Milwaukee
Wis
the Common Council
Janesson
Philipp
Threatening letter targets Roosevelt over war threats
In Austin on July 28 the threat quotes Theodore Roosevelt warning his life will be worth ten cents after August 10 if he moves to embroil the United States in war with Germany. Secret service men detain a father and son for investigation after letters mailed from Austin to him in San Diego.
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Austin
Texas
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Germany
San Diego
Cal
Newport torpedo plant questioned in U.S. policy shift
Washington reports reveal the Newport torpedo plant does not manufacture torpedoes and cannot supply finished weapons. The Bliss Leavitt torpedo firm holds the patents the United States claims. Navy bids plan parts delivery, showing the government lacks in‑house capability to assemble torpedoes if war or disaster occurs.
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Washington
Josephus
Daniels
Garfield
Williams ‘College
Congréss
Newport
United States
E. W. Bliss Company
Bliss Company
Bureau of Supplies and Accounts
Navy Department
Bliss
Combined attack on Zeebrugge reported by Amsterdam
Amsterdam reports a joint sea and air assault on Zeebrugge, the Belgian German naval base. A French cruiser braved long range guns and bombarded the port, damaging a German torpedo boat. Four subsequent air raids followed over successive nights.
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Amsterdam
Zeebrugge
Belgium
Masonic Burial for Simon Oppenheimer at Bodley Lodge
Members of Bodley Lodge No 1 A F and AM meet at the Masonic Temple in Pleasant Hill to honor late brother Simon Oppenheimer. Funeral at Valley of Peace burial with cars provided. signed by Master William C. Bradley and Secretary Erde W. Beatty.
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Bodley Lodge
No. 1
A. F
Al"m
Masonic Temple
Fifth and
Jersey Streets
Simon Oppenheimmer
Pleasant Blill
Valley of Peace
Funeral Services for Miss Georgia Ryan
Notice announces funeral services for Miss Georgia Ryan to be held Friday morning. Services begin at 8:30 from the residence at 1229 Stampshire Street and at 9:00 from St Peter's Church. Interment will follow at St Peter's Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend.
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Georgia Ryan
Stampshire Street
St. Peter's Church
For Rent After August 1 Flat at 112 North 6th St
Giles Brothers lists a five room flat with bath available after August 1 at 112 North 6th Street. Up-to-date amenities and reasonable rent. call 1032-1 or visit 130 South 4th Street for details.
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North 6Th St
Bath
Giles Brothers
4Th St
For Sale New B flat trombone with case and price
For sale a silver plated B flat trombone with case, asking 40.00 but will take 20.00. Seller going West. Address for details 53 care Whig. Also wanted local young man for subscription work for Leslie's Weekly, apply 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. 31 Jersey St.
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Leslie
Jersey St
Wanted Light housekeeping rooms or furnished flat
Advertises for a light housekeeping or furnished flat with all modern conveniences. States a reasonable price and provides contact: Call C. Doye at Whig after 6:30 PM.
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C. Doye
Whig
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