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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1917
Page
1
Military critics watch German attack as Roumanians and Russians shift from favorable offense to losing ground. Such-Hoxa passage reported, threatening Maria Sesti junction rail line and endangering Russian and Roumanian positions.
Associated Press reports that on August 11 German forces breached French trenches along a two mile sector near Camillet and Stone Point in Champagne. French counterattacks reclaimed most of the ground, leaving about fifty feet occupied by Germans.
Paris reports strong progress in the Fayette region as French forces finally drive the enemy from a large portion of terrain they had seized on August ninth. General lines note renewed gains and stabilization after overnight action.
British positions east of Ypres repelled six German raids during the night. Field reports say heavy fighting subsided with Haig confirming British hold east of Ypres and successful advance near the Ypres Menin Road.
The Associated Press reports August 11 in Washington that coal prices may ease as bituminous coal is anticipated to fall in the future. The trade commission will view any increase of more than ten cents per ton on anthracite before September first as profiteering under a new policy.
Dr. Thos. B. Callahan a former Denver physician was shot and killed in Ortis saloon by Roy Collitan after an earlier exchange of shots that left Collitan wounded in the hand. Local witness accounts confirm the fatal confrontation.
Arthur Henderson, a labor member of the British War Council, resigns his cabinet membership in London, August. The report notes his departure from the wartime ministers and the cabinet amid ongoing political shifts.
Clay Center Kansas reports Taft’s condition improving but notes it will be some time before he can resume work. Mrs M Richards and wife depart for Urbana Illinois for a month while Mr Richards travels to Kansas City for business matters.
A tornado last night struck Uptown, killing one person and injuring several others. The storm wrecked multiple buildings, damaged three other structures, and left extensive debris across the area. Local crews assess the damage and secure the site as residents assess losses.
Petrograd reports Austro German attacks in northern Roumanian front were repulsed by Russians and Teutons driven across the Mutna river. Russians entered Lukevie and captured two hundred officers and men. Re slavs seized two board Mn trottermays and took machine guns by a feint.
The Associated Press reports the New York draft board and its officials face prosecution over improper discharge actions. If fraud or bribery is shown in obtaining discharges, all members and individuals connected will be liable to legal action.
Washington August 11 a peace resolution was introduced in the senate by Senator La Follette. It proposes the United States define objects for which it will conduct war and urges allies to publish a statement of peace terms they will demand.
Striking crews in Kansas City attack three imported cars intended to break a streetcar strike. Brick and stones flew, and one car was wrecked. The report notes communal unrest as the scene escalates with labor and transport tensions.
Dr D D Bwearington and wife are in town visiting, staying with the Baten family in Roswell for the fore noon period.
Seven men from MnEEY her Lainiere set out through the Datal mountains in search of a number connected to a monument. Only one man found something of interest and may decide to stay. The group names Kimble Sam Cane Jack Kent JR Wallace Tom Boxwell and Chas Cochran are noted among the participants.
Loring of Clovis spent yesterday afternoon with Lt. Thomas’ family. He was entertained at a six o'clock dinner, went on a car ride through the valley to Malaga, visited his aunt Mrs. ER R. Thomas, spent the night, and left this morning heading south.
Paul DeWitt of Loving and his daughter Miss Grace spent the day in town handling business and visiting friends.
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