Greek cabinet resigns amid war clamor in parliament
London Aug 18 The Greek cabinet resigns after a stormy session amid war cries and a split over whether to ally with Serbia and Bulgaria against the Teutonic threat. King Constantine is said to favor pro German policy and rejects actions that would offend Germany.
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London
Over Seas
Daily Mail
Teutonic Alliance
Constantinople
Gounaris
Constantine
Germany
Balkans
Heavy losses in foreign exchange hit buyers hard
A. P. Service reports a sharp decline in exchange rates causing heavy losses for buyers and rising insecurity among investors in foreign stocks. While some steadiness appears, experts expect further fall in values and note doubled selling orders for free securities amid market turmoil. For sale piano inquire at Nugget office.
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P. A. Service
New York
America Backs Down in the Frye Matter
The United States responds to Germany over the sinking of the American steamer Wm. P. Frye by modifying its stance. It accepts an option for damages fixed by a mixed commission and Hague arbitration while maintaining its original protest on naval conduct. Germany is asked to declare how future naval operations will be conducted under either the Prussian-American treaty or U.S. interpretation.
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Germany
United States
Germans Capture One Fort at Kovno Amid Water Shortage
Berlin reports one of the forts at Kovno has fallen after a desperate night assault. German forces press the offensive with heavy guns against fortifications as water supplies worsen and mining work continues near the area.
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A. P. A. Service
Berlin
War Office
Kovno
Hundred Russians Taken Prisoners in Local Fighting
A report notes that about one hundred Russians have been taken prisoner amid recent clashes in the area, detailing ongoing hostilities and capture outcomes.
Georgia Governor to Probe Lee Frank Lynching
Atlanta reports Governor Harris will investigate the lynching of Lee Frank from Marietta. Public opinion split. few seek punishment for abductors. Frank’s body drew a large mob at the station. officials promise a thorough probe though chances of convictions appear slim.
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A. P. A. Service
Atlanta
Harris
Lee Frank
Thorughout
Marietta
Georgia Governor Denounces Leo Frank Lynching as Outrage
Former Georgia Governor Slatton, in San Francisco, condemns Leo Frank's lynching as cowardly and an affront to civilization. He vows the state will pursue those responsible and calls the act an affront to the commonwealth. He also notes his role in commuting Frank's death sentence.
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Leo Frank
Georgia Leaders Split Over Frank Lynching In Atlanta
In San Francisco on August 18, former Governor Slatton condemns the Frank lynching as an outrage of horrible proportions. Atlanta Mayor Woodward, however, says the mob “received his just deserts” in a cautious stance revealing division among prominent Georgians.
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P. A. Service
San Francisco
Georgia
Frank
Slatton
Woodward
Atlanta
Arms embargo would end war
Dr Hexamer head of the German American alliance in Seattle argues the war continues due to unrestricted arms exports to Europe. He says an American embargo on shipments of war munitions to the allies would hasten an end to the conflict more than peace talks.
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Seattle
Hexamer
America
Victor Records and Victrolas Arrive on La Touche Lomen Bros
A large assortment of the latest Victor Records and Victrolas was received aboard the steamer La Touche Lomen Bros for local dealers. The shipment expands listening options for music lovers and retailers.
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Victor
la Touche Lomen Bros
Alaska Northern Quit Dismissed by Agreement
The Shedd bondholders suit against Canadian vendors tied to the Alaska Northern railroad was dismissed by agreement of the principals. Canadian vendors are understood to have settled with the contesting bondholders.
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A. P. A. Service
Washington
Shedd
Alaska Northern Railroad
Pardon Attorney Revises Stance on Nome Fraud Case
Washington reports the attorney general sent back pardon applications of Huston and Fullock, sentenced for complicity in government civil frauds at Nome Alaska. Warren had earlier favored pardons for Bullock and Huston, but now says available evidence does not clearly prove innocence for Fullock or Huston after department review.
Constantine Accepts Resignation of Gounaria Cabinet
London reports King Constantine will replace the Gounaria cabinet with more tractable advisers. War fever spreads as Greece faces Germanic threats and mass agitation.
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Constantine
London
Athens
Gounaria
Special Sunday Dinner at Hoffman House
Hoffman House offers a special Sunday dinner with meals served at all hours and a family dining room in connection. Home made bread is available for sale from proprietor Mab Ginnivan.
Texas hurricane does immense damage in Texas storm area
Reports from southwest Texas describe a devastating hurricane with numerous deaths and missing people. Property losses run into millions as cotton and other crops suffer heavy damage. Many districts are cut off. Galveston notes receding waters and relief work underway.
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A. P. A. Service
New Orleans
Nouthwestern
Texas
Fee
Galveston
Cyclone devastates southern Hayti menaces coast towns
A hurricane swept across southern Hayti destroying the coast and inland areas. Communication is cut, but many towns report casualties and widespread destruction as refugees stream in from western villages.
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Hayti
P. A
Port AU Princh
Heltan Republic
Laive
Pioneers Banquet Marks Klondike Discovery Anniversary
Seattle hosts a Tukon Order of Woneers banquet honoring the ninety ninth anniversary of gold discovery in the Klondike. George Snow served as toastmaster with attendees including Mickey O'Brien George Carmack George Butler J C Nelson and Weymouth among original discoverers in the Klondike region.
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PB. A
Seattle
Tukon Order of Woneers
Kiondyke
George Snow
Mickey O'Brien
George Carmack
George T Butler
J.C. Nelson
Weymouth
Klondike
William H. Collier Dies in Seattle
William HH Collier a northwest pioneer and Confederate Army veteran died yesterday in Seattle. He is the father of William L. Collier formerly well known in the Nome area.
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Seattle
William HH Collier
Northwest
Collier
William L. Collier
Nome
Allies to Ban Cotton as Contraband
Washington officials say allies will soon list cotton as contraband with an official announcement expected at any time. The move would tighten wartime trade controls and affect shipments from Allied nations.
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P. A. Service
Washington
Zeppelins Raid London Again Night Bombardment
German airships bombed outskirts of London last night wounding several and causing fatalities. The raids hit residential districts and transportation hubs, with emergency services rushing to aid victims and assess damage.
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London
Pitol
Germans capture Kovno and Warsaw forts
REPLIN Aug. 18 The fortress of Kovno and the remaining forts surrounding Warsaw were taken by storm during the night. Four hundred cannon of all sizes fell into German hands according to a general staff announcement this morning.
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Replin
Koypo
Warsaw
Constantine Urges Formation of New Cabinet
Athens August 18 The king asks Veneziloa to form a new cabinet to replace members resigning from the former royal council.
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A. P. A. Service
Athens
Veneziloa
Austrians Bombard Pelagoso Island in Island Attack
Twenty Austrian warships bombarded Pelagoso Island naval base this morning signaling a large air sea assault. Four Italians were killed as land forts repelled the fleet and drove off the attackers.
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A. P. A. Service
Rome
Pelagosa
Marines Ministry
Southwestern Texas hit by hurricane floods and damage
A powerful hurricane swept into southwestern Texas isolating many towns and causing widespread floods. The storm, described as the worst in memory, destroyed millions in property and left an estimated twenty fatalities across the affected area.
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ALP. A. Service
Dallas
Texas
Damage to Texas cotton tops one million dollars
Aug 18 reports estimate cotton losses in Texas from the paw storms exceed one million dollars. Texas City seasides report eight women found ashore. military rule reportedly established. Six edition of the Houston Chronicle notes twelve soldiers died in the Thompson building collapse during the storm. Vera Cruz reports claim anti American demonstrations by the Tedustical Workers of the World.
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Texas City
Houston Chronicle
JA. P. A. Service
Washington
Vera Cruz
Tedustical Workers of the World
Cotton Contraband On List Expected Tonight
London dispatch reports Britain and France will formally place cotton on the contraband list tonight, heightening trade controls amid World War tensions.
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Washington
Britain
France
Supreme Court Delays Lawson Life Sentence and Bars Judges
Denver reporters note the state supreme court issued a writ delaying the life imprisonment sentence of John R. Lawson pending review. The court also barred Judges Granby and Hilyer from presiding over subsequent labor trouble cases due to bias revealed in the Lawson proceedings.
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Denver
State Supreme Court
John R. Lawson
Supreme Court
Granhy Ad Hilyer
Lawson
Earthquake Felt Across Southern British Columbia and Washington
An earthquake was felt shortly after six this morning across southern British Columbia and Okanogan County Washington. People reported shaking in urban and rural areas as tremors rippled through Vancouver and neighboring communities.
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Vancouver, Ave
British Columbia
Okanogan County
Washington
Seattle Cashier Missing Amid Large Shortage
Seattle August 18 Harry L Don wiy cashier of the Northern Pacific ticket office in Seattle is missing and a warrant has been issued on account of a shortage of several thousand dollars in his accounts.
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Seattle
Harry L. Donwiy
Northern Pacific Ticket Office
First Payment on Alaska Northern Railroad Set for September
Washington August 18. The first payment of the purchase price for the Alaska Northern railroad will be made around the start of September, according to Interior Department officials.
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A. PA. Service
Washington
Alaska Northern Railroad
Interior Department
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