Great Crisis in World War I Threatens Paris Defense
London reports a climactic phase in the allied campaign against Germany with renewed German pressure toward Paris. The Bordeaux communique mentions German movement toward La Porte-Housman and potential cross of the Marne, while Allied forces hold the woods near Paris and along the Grand Morin.
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London
Germany
France
Bordeaux
Paris
la Porte-Housman
River
Marne
Allied forces press Germans along Ousi front near Maubeuge
An official French war office statement says Allied advance troops touched German forces southwest of the main German right wing near the Ousi river. British aid to Maubeuge defends against the German assault as Berlin and Amsterdam report, while a British casualty list shows over 15 000 knit through September 1. London states the war will continue to the bitter end with no peace on an individual basis after a tripartite agreement signed by Grey and French and Russian representatives.
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Paris
French War Office
Ousi
Maubeuge
Berlin
Amsterdam
William
General Bureau
Aid
Wield Marshal French
Washington Turkey Refuses to Grant United Request
Washington Turkey declined to grant the request of the United Nations. Officials cited policy limits and procedural hurdles in denying accelerated mediation.
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Washington
Turkey
United
German Troops Near Paris Move to Front Lines
Reports say German forces are now much closer to Paris than official notices indicated. The German general staff shifted from Brussels to Mons to be nearer the western theater, while Austrian troops have been moved from Lorraine to reinforce the front as gaps in ranks widen.
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Paris
Chantilly
Brussels
Mons
Belgium
Lorraine
German forces push toward Berlin as Austrians go on offense
Reports state eastern Prussia troops resume offensive with additional forces and twenty army corps, about 200000 men, marching toward Berlin. Austrian danger described as past with Austrians pressing offensives in Poland and eastern Galicia. A French account claims German detachment of about 5900 was surprised and routed at Launeville, surrendering after heavy French artillery. Belgium’s King Albert reportedly slighted by shrapnel while in Rome.
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Prussia
War Office
Berlin
Poland
Galicia
Paris
Launeville
Cette
Amiens Surrenders and War News From Amiens
A London dispatch reports Amiens the capital of Somme and a German victory amid early European war developments. The industrial city about seventy miles north of Paris faced German advances as Allied forces struggled to respond.
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London
Amiens
France
Somme
Paria
Tax Proposal Targets Beer and Fermented Liquors First
A proposed tax shift places higher levies on beer and fermented liquors before other beverages. The plan aims to raise revenue and may affect prices at local retailers, with officials outlining rollout details and timelines.
Would Impeach the Mayor Move to Get Rid of Mayor of Montana
Democratic members of the ways and means committee near agreement on taxing commodities to raise 75 to 100 million dollars for President Wilson’s needs due to European war. The plan’s details remain unsettled with beer and fermented liquor likely taxed, potential 60 or 60 cents per barrel, and wines also in scope. committee to finalize next week.
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Wilson
Europe
State lawmakers review non voting poll tax proposal
A bill by J. M. Grosvenor would compel electors to vote by levying a $6 poll tax, with half remitted for casting a ballot in primary elections and half again at general elections. Nonvoters would pay the full tax. The measure includes exemptions for sickness and absence and requires name checks by local authorities. Separately Nebraska horticultural reports note a drop in apple crop due to canker, tree death, and orchard neglect, warning worse results as existing trees die.
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Union News Service
J. M. Grosvenor
Aurora
Primaérica
Olleeigh
Nebraska’ State Horticultural. Society
Nebraska
Crown New Pope Sunday in Rome
The coronation of Pope Benedict XV occurred Sunday in the Sistine Chapel. The ceremony emphasized sobriety during wartime with the pontifical court Roman aristocracy and the Pope’s family present. Sixty cardinals in full vestments surrounded Benedict as the triple crown bearers and feather standard bearers stood nearby.
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Rome
Benedict XV
Sistine Chapel
Pontifical Court
Benedict
German Advances Put Amiens At Risk In Wartime Dispatch
A Daily Mail dispatch from Amiens reports fighting in the Aisne area with German advances west of Lafete and toward Boulogne. Moreuil success boosts German leverage, threatening Amiens and triggering a surrender declaration by the mayor after a German envoy visit. Massive entrenchments are being built outside the city with hundreds of thousands of workers mobilized.
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Boulogne
Lafete
Department
Aisne
Daily Mail
Amiens
Moreuil
Parle
Movement to Impeach Butte Officials Sparks Petition
A citizens petition in Butte Montana urges impeachment of Mayor Lewis J. Duncan and Sheriff Timothy Driscoll. Major Dan J. Donohue authorities martial law and allows the district court to stay open to file the petition seeking a grand jury investigation of city and county officers.
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Butte
Mont
Lewis J. Duncan
Timothy Driscoll
Silver Bow County
J. Lynch
Duncan
Driscoll
Marks the Beginning. Berlin. The departure of Emperor William
Berlin reports the departure of Emperor William toward Mainz marking the start of the great European war for Germany. The emperor travels with Bethmann-Hollweg Jagow and Falkenhayn and other officials to execute a long planned campaign to smash Germanys western neighbor with Russia and Austria positioned to the left until France is disposed of.
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Berlin
Eimperor William
Mayence
Germany
von Bethmann-Heillweg
von Jagow
von Falkenheyn
Russia
Austria
France
Palmer elected commander in chief of Grand Army
Detroit born veteran Detroit David Palmer of Washington Louisiana member of the Eighth and Twenty-fifth Iowa regiments in the civil war is elected commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic at the forty eighth national encampment now in session. Washington D C will host the next encampment. Palmer faced no strong opposition as opponents withdrew at the last minute.
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Detroit
David J. Palmer
Washington
Iowa
Grand Army of the Republic
Washington, D. C
Palmer
Bengalese relief trains route to England linked with Canada
Report notes seventy five Bengalese trains to pass through Winnipeg as part of India to England relief effort. Censor forbids publishing dispatches of the movement. London reports German advance and continued confidence of German forces amid massive troop movements. Vancouver notes French reserves moving to northern and northeastern France.
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England
St. Paul
Minga
India
Canada
Winnipeg
Asquith
Nurses Volunteering for European War Service Sail on Hamburg Line
New York reports nurses volunteer for European action. The Hamburg American liner chartered by the American Red Cross will remarry in service after six months if nurses wish. If any return early they pay their own expenses. if the war lasts longer, those desiring will be returned after six months.
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New York
Hamburg
American Red Cross
Bandit White Wolf Reported Shot Dead
San Francisco reports word by cable that White Wolf the bandit who harmed northern China was killed by a chance bullet during a raid on a city in Honan province.
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San Francisco
Cal
Chinatown
White Wolf
China
Honan Province
Wheat Prices Hit Fresh Peak on War Fears
Chicago reports wheat prices rising to the highest level since the start of the European war. Traders cite belief that Turkey and Italy may enter the conflict, driving a surge in export demand and increased market activity.
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Chicago
Turkey
Italy
Would Throw Off the Yoke El Paso War Report
El Paso reports on General Bw J Viljoen noted for his role in the Anglo Boer War as a key figure. The text indicates his action or stance against colonial rule, signaling potential leadership in a broader resistance. Historical context places him as a signer of a movement opposing British control.
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el Paso
Tex
Nebraska horse breeders circular distributed at state fair grounds
Printed circulars for Nebraska horse breeders will be distributed at the state fair grounds. The bulletins, prepared by Dr A Bostrom, cover origins of pure breeds, heredity, government inspection of imported stallions, and U S breeding prospects. If the European war persists the bulletin notes the United States must supply work and breeding horses to replace European stock.
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Nebraska
Livestock Sanitary. Board
United States
Belgium
France
England
Contested Senate Race Edison Shifts To Court Challenge
Raymond E. Dale of Loup City files with the attorney general over alleged ballot irregularities in the Twenty second district race. He cites a sample ballot where Peter Wink’s name is oversized and positioned to draw attention, while other candidates appear smaller. The issue centers on fairness in Wink’s renomination.
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Peter Wink
Kearney
Raymond E. Dale
Loup City
Mgr. Date
Attorney General's Office
Wink
Date
Sher- Man
Nebraska brief news items sweep the state
A late autumn update notes widespread activity in Nebraska with silos rising in Adams county, cement milestones at Superior, and the deepest well at Nebraska City. Towns report fires, accidents, storms, and notable civic appointments while the state fair promises farm machinery exhibits and a new rifle range near Ashland.
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Fairbury
Adams County
Calkins
Omaha
Superior
Nebraska City
Wahoo
Lakeview
Curtis
Burlington
Havelock
Vanatien
Fremont
Lincoln
Misa Evelyn Garvey
Albion
Harry Cannon
Fullerton
Glen. Putnam
Tecumech
Kelts
Cambridge
Neligh
Church Smiley
Shubert
Oeschger
Cotner University
Srigin
Young & Bolton
Hebron
Ladd Pechour
Beatrice Creamery
George Coryell
Brock
C.E. Gauchat
Wilson
John Wickens
Hastings
Cass County
Eight Mile Grove
Weeping Water
Co. M. Crankle
Beatrice
Ashland
Nebraska National Guard
Bulbens
Crawford
Pire
Prank
Grover
Bennet
Frank Enyeart Merchandise Company
State University
State Experimental Farm
Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Praised in Letters
Letters from customers in Illinois New York and Massachusetts endorse Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. One Prairie State neighbor reports excellent results and urges publication while a nurse cites relief from female troubles and menopause. The company offers confidential advice through its Lynn Massachusetts office.
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Lydia
Poland
N. Y
Honace Newman
Herkimer Co
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