04 Sep 1916
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1916
Page
1
British and French troops breached a German line on a 3000 yard front between the Ancre and Somme rivers, taking 800 prisoners. They captured Cloyes and nearby villages, along with many guns and prisoners, in a swift dawn advance that extended deep into German defenses.
The United States and Mexican arbitration committees met at the Hotel Ritz in New York for a preliminary session. No business was concluded, as the talks aim to set the stage for more substantial discussions in Portsmouth to settle current differences.
Reports from Russia say the army crossed the Benikova River after a three day battle that drove German and Austrian forces back with heavy losses. Three thousand captives were taken, eighty officers, and nineteen thousand four hundred five prisoners were confirmed through early September.
Allied forces launched a dawn assault along the Somme line near Cloyes and Prenely seizing town and forest, taking prisoners, and capturing twelve large cannons and multiple machine guns. The operation drove back German defenders and punctured their hold on this sector after heavy artillery preparation.
Dispatches report Constantine has changed his mind about entering the war, now likely to stay neutral and restore order before an official statement. Crete unrest is also claimed with reports of a revolution and warships moving, but no confirmation. In New York, a wire report cites 45 killed in a train attack by bandits near Lincoln, with 25 soldiers among the dead. Election cards printed at Nugget Office.
Local officers arrested a suspect identified from government notices after a reported bomb plot in Corinth. Descriptions and photos aided the capture. the detainee arrived Saturday and was promptly detained by authorities.
President signs the Adamson Act in private car as railroad workers pledge a nationwide strike. The action prompts railroads to prepare meetings and potential work stoppages across the country, with unions seeking enforcement and governments debating next steps.
Just received a line of fall hats on sale at selling out prices. Located at Second Ave opposite the Courthouse, offered by Mrs J Wanger.
London faced a sixth raid since August 1 as a German air fleet of at least three Zeppelins approached the capital. The attack caused heavy damage in outer suburbs with many killed or injured, though London itself saw limited casualties.
A Republican rally featuring A B Hall is set for Wednesday night September 6 at 8 30 p m with a reserved gallery for ladies and escorts. Numerous speakers will address the audience and the Nome Brass Band will provide music. Everyone is invited.
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