Kerensky vows to press war as Russia steadies leadership
Petrograd note from the provisional government pledges continued conflict with the Entente in pursuit of liberty and final triumph. It asserts government resolve to guide the nation through dangers and refuses to resign while the war endures. The administration claims improved army control and reduced internal unrest amid revolutionary upheaval. MR. NEW ARRIVAL. You can keep posted on the world's doings by subscribing for the Nome Nugget.
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Germans Gain on Riga Front Amid Bombardment
Associated Press reports German bombardment forced Russian forces to evacuate the Uskull bridgehead near Riga and retreat fifteen miles. Russians and Romanians in northern Roumania prepare to resume offensive after securing advance lines as German troops press the battlefront. Elite Baths open night and day. Billy Anderson proprietor.
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Great Army of Women For Russia
Reports from Petrograd indicate a growing movement in Russia to form a large volunteer corps of women willing to fight beside men on the front. Thousands have offered to join districts authorities and some have begun assembling companies without government assistance.
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Will Delay Prohibition Vote In House
National prohibition leaders announced no vote on a constitutional amendment during the present war session. They expect to defer until the regular December session, citing war legislation and national security as priorities. City leaders support delaying now to gain benefits from postponement.
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Body of Little Shipped to Oklahoma for Relatives
Butte Aug 3 The body of F Little an I W W organizer lynched here the other day was shipped to Yale Oklahoma where relatives are said to reside
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Navy offered survey ship for Alaska waters
The survey ship built for surveying work was offered to the navy by Secretary Redfield. He stated the government needs ships to assist navy forces and proposed turning the survey vessel over to the Navy Department for present use as an auxiliary tender. The offer aims to bolster coastal survey capacity and support patrol operations along the Alaska coast.
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Russian Evacuates Kimpo in Southwestern Bukovina
An offici report from the Russian army headquarters says forces evacuated Kimpo Tung in Bukowina and pulled back to positions along the Bystrzya river. Heavy fighting continues with Teuton forces in Thy ivady north of the river, with gains for Germany near Tarnopol on the Galician border as the Eighth army retreats. The war office notes most disaffected regiments have been weeded out and returned to the front after discipline reforms.
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Canada urged two meatless days to conserve food
Associated Press Ottawa dispatch reports Anna orffman recommends two meatless days weekly for Canadians to curb meat consumption and also suggests two bacon days and restrictions on catering wheat bread. The proposal aims to conserve food during wartime.
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Germans Deliver Violent Attacks on Aisne Front
Aug 3 dispatch reports German infantry assaults against French positions along the Aisne front near Cerny and west of Taton after heavy artillery bombardment. The war office notes attacks were heavily repulsed and the Verdun sector remained relatively quiet with continued artillery duels on the Linge line.
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Flanders Situation Unchanged Guns Active Front Lines
The report notes no change in the Flanders front with guns active and heavy bombardment. British positions face continued shelling while German defenses hold and infantry advances are unlikely. The dispatch mentions new arrivals near Ypres and urges readers to subscribe for updates.
British Hold Flanders Front Amid Rain and Mud
British and French forces remain entrenched on the Flanders front as heavy rains and foul weather hinder observation and infantry movement. Allied troops consolidate lines despite weather driven strain, with no major engagements reported and artillery preparation seen as key to future advances.
War tax bill report looming for senate action
Washington Aug 3 The war tax bill and its added provisions push total wartime taxes to 2 002 million and will be presented to the senate tomorrow or Monday. Committee statements indicate a shift to a one dollar and fifty cent beer tax per barrel with minor increases on other goods as part of the final plan amid resistance to the Teuton advance.
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Russians Continue Retreat in East Galicia
News agency dispatches report the Russian forces withdrawing east of Galicia after a clash near the Zhroez river and Dnelster confluence. German troops compelled to pull back across the Dneister after a sharp engagement, with Russian defenders well entrenched and continuing a withdrawal eastward.
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Comedy at Dream Spotlight Mord Sterling Tonight
Those who seek laughs can see Mord Sterling and his troupe in The Footstep of Father at the Dream tonight. The Triangle comedy of merit promises rapid humor as Sterling and associates deliver about 60 laughs a minute. A civil war drama The Tide of Fortune and a late Pathe News also play.
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Tonight’s Hill Event Featured by Uxcellent-How
A fragmented notice references Roe, Young and Old participants and the sold Greinkern item. Details are unclear but indicate a community event or sale hosted by Uxcellent-How with multiple age groups involved.
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Austro German Forces Press On In Galicia
Vienna reports Austro Hungarian troops push forward while Russian forces retreat in Galicia. The Austrian general staff says most Stav armies pulled back leaving a strong rearguard, as Teuton forces advance east of the city and Galicia remains contested. Russian Seventh and Eleventh armies show demoralization with little resistance.
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