19 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1916
Page
1
German offensives along Verdun sector aimed at Avocourt failed as two major assaults were repelled by French lines. Heavy losses forced retreat after brief but intense cannonade and infantry dives. Other clashes along the Mleury Dousamont front saw small breaches but French defense remained firm.
A Lloyds report from London says the British steamer Swedish Irisel of 3700 tons was sunk by a diver triggered cargo gear. The trawler Prince also foundered but crews of both ships are reported saved. In Washington, the federal compensation act to aid federal employees injured on duty passed the Senate by a strong majority.
British forces advance between Ovillers and Thiepval on the Somme, occupying higher ground overlooking the Thiepval ridge after a morning bombardment. German counterattacks are repulsed as heavy fighting continues southward toward Gommecourt. Berlin confirms British gains amid heavy losses on the Somme. Albert Matson heads to Pilgrim River fishing camp, with weekly departures and contact details.
Washington August reports say railroad presidents and workers entered a conference with President Wilson. The plan aims to settle differences over an eight hour day with possible enforcement by experts. Publicity angered some railroad leaders as talks proceeded and weathered damage from a recent coastal storm disrupted communications.
Government statement declares a limited closure to all but British subjects with exemptions for those not crossing borders. Police will enforce the measures to prevent movement that could fuel sedition while addressing discontent with the government. Job printing services promoted by the Nugget office.
Military dispatch reports Russian forces advancing along the Stokhod sector near Gt ming and Lake Bevel as German positions retreat. Austrian and Bulgarian units also continue heavy pressure on the Dneister line while German troops lose ground around Stanisha, with signs of a weakening offensive.
Aug. 18 police arrested a striking longshoreman as he threw phosphorus onto a ship. Investigations show phosphorus used in two earlier dock fires, and police fear a planned reign of terror by Tongshoremen until demands are met.
Dallas Aug 19 reports a powerful gale sweeping the West Texas coast with Lloyd's recreation pier at Houston destroyed and heavy damage at Corpus Christi. The storm tied up coastal areas as officials assessed the wreckage and warned of continuing high winds.
International News Service reports three persons drowned when the coaster Pilot Boy sank near Point Arran during a gale en route to Galveston. Meantime a hurricane on the western Texas coast continues, with torrential rains, widespread floods, and millions in property damage, though confirmed deaths are few.
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