Minnesota Battleship Hit By Mine Off Delaware Breakwater
Washington Sept. 3 The battleship Minnesota struck a mine early Sunday off the Delaware breakwater but proceeded to port under her own power with no casualties reported. Navy officials say mines were laid in those waters by submarines that conducted raids last May and June. The Minnesota, a 16 000 ton vessel of the Todd-class, with 685 officers and men, carries four main guns and sixteen inch battleships.
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Washington
Minnesota
Delaware
Navy Department
Reyorl Acredi
Minoosala
Oayal
Aviat ‘le
Stégmer Werbert J. Pratt
Iowa Regiment Hard Hit in Eight Days of Fighting
A Civil War era report notes the 16th Iowa Infantry suffered about 50 percent of its effectiveness during eight days of Lorraine front fighting ending August 8. Col Bennett reports 1,300 officers and enlisted men lost or wounded as the unit rested after August 3 and anticipated rest for weeks. General Bavernr sector actions and 12 mile advances are referenced alongside praise for the regiment despite heavy casualties.
Armenians Deported Amid Reports From Turkish Forces
Fragmented dispatches claim thousands of Armenians deported by Turkish authorities from various regions. Reports mention hospital casualties and Allied forces near key locations, with unclear corroboration. The American Red Cross and Army units reportedly monitor the situation as investigations continue.
Millions Called as War Mobilization Surges in 1917
The article describes a vast wartime call up totaling millions, detailing the recruitment drive led by General Peyton G. March and military leaders. It notes mass registration of men aged 21 to 42, the mobilization of reserves, and the government printing and distribution of official notices to districts nationwide as part of the effort to field the largest army the nation has mobilized. It mentions overseas deployment promises and the rapid organization of units to support General Pershing.
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Ineh Witeh
Daly
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Evers Nur
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Gortaln
Iden
A. Witsons
Butte
Hite
Crawder
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Wieneka Peentilene Wilkow
Owen
Prosieot
Muleame
Stantia
Misawa
Sree
Sim
Schon
Fareign
Gunjecinre
Alt
Tragic Wreck Claims Lives and War Relief Struggles
In Kan county and nearby towns reports detail a wreck with fatalities and injuries, while sugar quotas, pricing shifts, and war relief debates ripple through. Local officials note August to September adjustments, prison bids, and farm rentals amid ongoing wartime measures. Communities mourn Cedar Falls death of J. Stunts and recall Gov. Cummins era as labor and relief efforts evolve.
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Allo
Low
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Jay
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Mathadlat
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Vito
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Amba College
Wagner Nauufacturing Company
Cedar Falls
Junot
Pratem
New York
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Marahal Shaler
Conestable Inuton
Aina
World ship record broken in Aberdeen built vessel
Philadelphia reports the Emergency Fleet Corporation received a telegram from Gray's Marter Motor Ship Corporation of Aberdeen, Scotland, announcing a wooden ship of four thousand ton deadweight has been launched to set a new world record by achieving seventeen thousand working days for this type, marking a historic achievement in shipbuilding.
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U. S
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Emergency Fleet Corporation
Gray's Marter Motership Corporation
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Tits Tye
Nin Ogr
Serb Units Reported in Russian Front Operations
A fragmentary dispatch states Serb and Jugoslav troops, about 38 contingency, are participating with Allied forces on the Russian front operating against opposing forces near the northern sector. The report notes involvement of Serbian and Jugoslav units aiding the allied effort in Siberia.
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Farle
Bent
Waikney
Siberia
Allenby leads decisive British advance in war update
The report notes major Allied gains as 30,000 prisoners are said to be taken, with British forces under General Allenby driving toward victory. Stock market reactions in New York reflect war news and shifting expectations as other fronts report heavy combat and strategic successes.
Washington Draf t and Death Reports Stirri ng News
Washington reports draft activity for October with 112 000 registrants and daily death tallies, while Boston notes a Supreme Court or state official's remarks. The mixed dispatch mentions federal appeal for aid and health department updates with dozens of new cases and a volatile national mood.
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Washington
Crowner
Genewail
T Her
Boston
Bernard Wy Carey
Ephilemialaziat For the State Apartment of Tenth. the Ttuber
Gavoy
Kienzn
Iexiute
Lasinner
Eugene RR
Nelsley
Asslarande
New York
Ely
Madman Kills Two In Shocking Attack
A violent shooting left two dead and five wounded in a grim incident witnessed by Whe Det. Loren Ne Tak. The assailant, described as deranged, opened fire in a public area before fleeing. Police and witnesses provided details as authorities search for the suspect.
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Fromanni
de Camuty
Chu Lee
Helaith Casualties for Week in October Murky Report
A terse wartime update lists Helaith casualties for the week in October with officers killed or wounded and additional losses among enlisted men. The note mentions AWOL issues and disciplinary measures as part of the military tally.
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Helaith
Tanlan
Limileh
To Pay Gantive Otticars in a Rail Deal
An unclear report outlines a payment arrangement involving nations and rail leaders. The fragment mentions the United Shine and Germany ME paying officials and a likely pledge or transfer of funds. Names and specifics are garbled, but the piece hints at a government led rail financing issue with international firms.
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Hettader
Heron
Prixmiers
United Shine
Guemany
FHS
Unclear fragmentary foreign language note on wartime events
Fragmentary text references a fight or clash involving Japanese and others with garbled place names. Mentions premier of Japan and an opposition premier, with scattered references to officials, drink, and political actions. No coherent events or dates can be established.
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