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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1914
Page
13
German forces attempt another breakthrough toward the Russian center near Luiz as Allied powers brace for possible large battles in Belgium and northwestern France amid intermittent news from the front. German offensives shift to Russia as Kushevar William’s forces, though factional, hold a relative edge at the start of the third assault.
London dispatch reports a sparse war news budget as observers focus on the Polish front. German artillery activity and moves near Cracow dominate the eastern arena while Allied assessment suggests Cracow’s defenders may be weaker than once thought, influencing the campaign's near-term duration.
Report from Vienna states Austro Hungarian troops repelled Serb defenses along the Calabara river front. Serbian forces were pushed back after heavy fighting as the western front shifted in Galicia and Poland. The Austrian commander claimed advances and a warning of Belgrade’s potential fall amid ongoing operations.
Unclear fragmentary report shows Goodwin and Cora Stump connected to a criminal court case with jurors and a clerk mentioned. Details are garbled but reference to a trial proceeding and legal proceedings remains. Names Goodwin and Stump appear amid court terminology and official procedures.
Berlin reports that transports escorted by British and French warships have reached Antivari, Montenegro's sole port. An Iranian ship guarding the coast has retired. Aircraft are observed making embarkations from the enemy ports.
Napilo charged by a regional court jury with attempted murder of Frank Crist at the Herocoat mine near Lumberport Ang Mi. Naplio was shot in the back of the head with a shotgun while at work. Crist was arrested for the crime. Evidence against Naplo is circumstantial.
German authorities report measures to prevent famine among inhabitants of the Polish lands occupied by the German army. Additionally, dispatches from Constantinople say England plans to move Portuguese troops into Egypt and that Russian and American sailors are being embarked for European waters.
Berlin dispatches quote the German press bureau saying the Russian military paper RuVsky Twat claims 12,000 casualties with many killed or captured in Tunisia, as reported by the tollowing outlet.
Unclear fragments report French authorities bar Emperor William and the Crown Prince from certain postings or displays amid unverified allegations. The text mentions a German connection and possible treaty context, but details are obscured and names are uncertain.
The Tobylawn Democrat reports on the Johnstown production of Damaged Goods, praising its powerful impact and clean handling of a difficult subject. Cast members Robert Wast, George Dupont, Kia Cameron, Anna Ashley, and Desires Bram receive commendation for delivering the play’s intense themes with restraint and realism.
Charleston dispatch reports a rumor that Wade Kilmer may resign from the Public Service Commission. Kilmer has not confirmed the move, and Governor Hutson has accepted any resignation. Kilmer asked where the rumor started and implied he would defend himself if needed. Also noted is J Carl Vance’s report of parcel post service resuming to Germany Austria and Hungary.
Memorial service announced for the Im4 proved Benevolent and Proveetive Order of Elka of the Worlt to be held at Pride African Methodist Metecupalae at 3 oclock Sunday. Attendance presumes community participation and honors the order’s memory.
Charleston December 4 1814 government revenue stamps ten cent required on all notary certificates and other official papers filed with the secretary of state. Chief Clerk Houston G Young explains that any application such as notaries certificates changes or charters must include ten cent stamps, with ordinary postal stamps acceptable for the balance. The policy aims to inform the public and notes that annual stamp use could exceed a dollar.
Across the line in Arizona snipers in trenches opened fire into U S territory today killing Antonio Bracmonte a Mexican civilian and wounding Private John Miller an American soldier. Miller was hit in the thigh. he is the fourteenth soldier wounded by Mexican fire since the fighting at Naco Sonora began Magistrate Willi B Starcher notes an erroneous Telegram report on a recent court matter.
Berlin wireless report says inland troops repeatedly attack German lines in Flanders and are repulsed. Western theater sees French attacks repelled near Manders and northwest of Altkireh with losses to the French. Eastern theater notes Russian attacks east of Mazurian lake repulsed with heavy losses. Emperor arrived in Berlin for a short stay.
The Paris report states intermittent cannonade along the Ypres to Roulers rail line and roads near Reculéré and Passchendaele as German infantry push without success. French forces claim gains near Vermelles, with operations to organize captured enemy trenches. Front from Somme to Artois quiet, several German attacks in Argonne repulsed, notably near La Gorne. Some artillery fire in Woëvre and Lorraine. Alsace quiet.
Cleveland December 4 The Joint conference of miners and operators in the coal belt adjourned sine die at 1 22 oclock this afternoon breaking negotiations toward a settlement. Operators plan an open shop and will meet Monday to discuss the move. The current scale in dispute has a year to run dating from next March.
In Cleveland, a joint conference of miners and coal-field operators seeks to end the 15,000 miner strike begun last April. The meeting opens with optimism that an agreement can be reached, amid reports of a secret ministers’ conference last night influencing sentiment toward settlement.
Former resident Mrs Idle Hill, wife of James Hill, died of heart trouble while in Detroit. The body will arrive Saturday and funeral services are planned at the Linh-Osburn mortuary chapel with burial in the Odd Fellows cemetery. She survived by her father William B. Lambert, four brothers and three sisters.
A Paris correspondent for the Associated Press describes the bloody European front in Flanders. He notes the vast field, concealed German guns, and barbed wire barriers hindering advances while French reserves and cavalry stand ready to counter. Artillery crews adapt to shell fire and air reconnaissance as they conceal positions.
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