02 Oct 1914
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports German right wing northeast of Paris partly flanked as lines of communication endangered. German forces try to move west to escape, with heavy losses on both sides and widespread use of hospital trains. England urged to deploy more medical staff amid surging casualties.
Antwerp reports ongoing bombardment of southern defenses with German batteries moving closer to the city but not yet using 16.3 inch mortars. Belgians note repulsed assaults on Wavre and St Catherine with heavy losses. villages around Antwerp ruined and inhabitants flee to Antwerp or Holland.
German forces in Suwalki province retreat under demoralizing pressure after their center breaks. Russian forces push into Petrokow and Kielce while fighting intensifies west of Simno, with many German prisoners taken and rail lines reportedly cut. Tarnow was reported captured by Russians.
Reports from Tokio say Kiaochau is burning in several locations as German defenses fight back under heavy bombardment by sea land and air. German warships reply from the bay while forts shoot with deadly fusillades and Teutonic aviators perform effectively.
Berlin reports German forces in Northern France have gained ground near the Aisne and at Antwerp with two forts fallen. German artillery inflicts heavy losses on the Allies while air reconnaissance planes sent by the French to Belgians were captured. In the east the Nieman offensive is said repulsed and Ostowetz bombarded as German Austrian forces check Russian Galicia advance.
A humorous profile by Fred L. Boalt about Martin Keller a shanghaied waiter who delights in serving patrons and recalling his sea days. The column teases his artful service and memory for guests, ending with a note about the comic strip Ponto the Purp and The Star’s joke artists on page 4.
At noon today the Chamber of Commerce had gathered 42000 dollars of the 150000 dollar goal for the 1915 convention fund.
Analysis notes German lateral maneuvers northward toward Belgium as Allied forces tighten in the north. It cites Berlin’s push to detach troops from Belgium for French battles, the arrival of Indian troops, rail logistics issues, and the impact on Antwerp and the German frontier.
A letter appeals to W. H. Moore Austin E. Griffiths and Glenn E. Hoover to abandon their congressional bids to defeat Congressman Will E. Humphrey. It argues non-partisanship as the path, urges unity on one candidate, and stresses patriotism over party to prevent Humphrey's re‑election.
Ole Hanson, progressive party candidate for U S senator, greeted by a fife and drum corps at the Pantages theatre in Spokane as he defended his state development plan. A bonfire rally at the Stadium is planned for tonight with an expected 4 000 attendees and statewide optimism about victory. State Chairman Slater calls Hanson the strongest progressive nominee and predicts a large cross party vote and an eastern Washington carry by at least 10 000.
Police Chief Griffiths announces an amendment to the traffic ordinance regulating stopping starting and approaching from any place for both pedestrians and vehicles. He warns that a wigwag hand signal from officers is not a greeting but a lawful cue to halt and comply.
Russian officers returning from the Nieman River engagement report about 20,000 German casualties. They describe the river as filled with German corpses and reveal heavy losses in the battle.
This morning before Judge Tallman an application for a receiver was filed by complainant Wm W Boehme. He charges he bought stock in the Broadway theatre upon misrepresentation of its true financial condition.
Walter B. White sues Kent municipality for 1100 damages claiming city negligence led to a warehouse blaze. Firefighters raced a dry hydrant and reservoir during the July 3 fire in Kent Washington.
Paris reports a retreat of forces described as an army of Europe’s women playthings gathering at Biarritz. The writer notes Uhlans approaching Paris and recounts civilian panic and flight toward the Spanish border as Germans advance. The piece mixes satire with wartime anxiety and anecdotal eyewitness remarks.
Italian baritone Antonio Scotti arrived in New York from Europe and said he will not fight since he is an only son. He noted Enrico Caruso, who is one of two brothers, will sing in Florence and later come to New York regardless of Italy’s war. If war breaks out, Caruso’s brother will go to the front.
A short notice promotes STAR WANT ADS as the quick solution to locating misplaced belongings. The ad emphasizes prompt service and wide reach to reunite owners with their property.
Gen Maytorena's 2000 troops were reported within five miles of Naco Sonora as Carranza forces under Gen Benjamin Hill moved to meet them. American troops were recalled from camp to guard the international border while hundreds watched with field glasses.
Washington reports the evacuation of Vera Cruz is postponed to October 10 at the earliest and troops are unlikely to depart before November 1. Carranza Villa tensions and peace talks at Zacatecas influence U S plans while Carranza seems unlikely to withdraw quietly.
Mrs. Larsen aged, 1528 Sixth Ave W, was found dead in a chair with feet near a not lit gas stove. Her children Mary nine and Henry eleven discovered the scene after waking and failing to find their mother. Neighbors reported the gas had been on overnight, and the stove was extinguished without shutting gas flow.
Since parcel post began it has disrupted church labor and sparked controversy over its impact on middlemen. Proponents say it delivers farm goods directly to city doors under a farm-to-table plan, while critics warn of losses to established roles and local offices in Seattle.
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