08 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1915
Page
1
Paris reports that Czar Nicholas has taken personal command of the Russian eastern front armies. The foreign ministry announced the move and the czar’s message to President Poincare expresses pride in leading his forces toward victory and future grandeur of his country.
Odilla Van Wildzon daughter of the Dutch minister to Italy and Count Gabi del Aquilla-Argana were found dead in the Naples villa. A note said we prefer death before separation and described a passion torn by threats of exposure from the countess. The pair, both social favorites, drew a sensational response in Rome.
Reports from New York indicate unusually strong seismic activity along the west coast of Central America. Shocks centered offshore disrupted lines of the Central and South American Telegraph Company at San Juan Sur del Costa Rica and Salin Costa Rica, with very heavy tremors felt in Costa Rica.
German air raid on England’s east coast last night killed ten people and wounded forty eight as airships caused extensive damage to buildings. The attack occurred amid dense fog that hindered visibility and aided escape from injuries.
The Dutch steamer Guatemala was sunk by a torpedo off Belle Island in the early hours. The crew were saved.
Washington reports the resignation of John A. Marshall United States district Judge for the Utah district was received by the Department of Justice today. The Justice gave no reason for the resignation which will be accepted.
Mary Pickford appears in Hearts Adrift at the Dream in three showings 7 20 8 40 and 10 p m with 25 cent admission. The Famous Players Co directed by Daniel Frohman produces the film lauded as the best yet shown at the theater.
In Vallejo John Lyena a gro cer and two schoolgirls Margaret Handley and Gertrude Men uher were killed when the car they rode in collided with a Pacific train just outside town. Lyons had been giving the girls a ride home from school and attempted to cross the tracks as the train approached. the auto’s wheels slipped and the car was crushed, all three victims dying instantly.
Reading bankers at the Bankers convention express optimism, citing bountiful crops and a strong nation trade balance as foundations of prosperity. They say the current good outlook is not due to wartime munition purchases and the conference moves to serious financial matters.
Union Construction Co announces payment of five cents per empty coal or grain sack delivered to their office on Tuesday and Wednesday. Holt's Cash Store promotes fruit jars available now.
Report from Paris describes a French steamer Bardens as torpedoed during an attack. Details are fragmentary with uncertain casualty information and unclear attacker, amid wartime naval actions near a distant theater.
Report from Vera Cruz states the governor of Tabasco, General Colorado, was killed during riots. The dispatch notes chaotic scenes and asserts the country remains unsettled as authorities attempt to restore order.
Gorewell, involved in long running loan troubles and a quarrel with his wife, returned north after a dispute. He asked to resume their relationship but was refused. After a failed plea, he bought a revolver and shot himself, expressing a wish to die. He remained alive with wounds and hoped for death.
A Sept eight alert issued by I A Service via telephone warned residents along the river Valley above Port Scott. The warning spurred action that saved about two thousand people from drowning as floodwaters rose overnight.
Petrograd dispatch reports the transfer of Grand Duke Nicholas to the Caucasus theater with a new Imperial ukase. The move follows rumors of staff changes and signals potential reforms as the czar plans to assume personal command of the Slav armies.
The submarine commander reports torpedoing the Arabic after believing it threatened the White Star liner. Officials expect the vessel to return. the Arabic is reported sunk off the Irish coast weeks ago.
Berlin report says German forces captured the Russian city of Walkowsky after intense fighting. Dispatches note Russians offering stiff resistance to the German advance and gains at other points are unimproved.
In a fall day match at Hill New York, William M. Johnson defeated Maurice McLaughlin for the singles championship as McLaughlin’s brilliance could not match Johnson’s speed and skill. The event featured notable players including Lewis Hunter Rye and the famous Atherton Bourbons in discussion of distillery history.
Mrs J Wanger advertises latest pant hats at reasonable prices from Second Avenue opposite the courthouse.
Pekin dispatch reports the Chinese council seeks to retain republican form while making the presidency hereditary. The move aims to stabilize the nation amid ongoing disturbances and avoid rapid changes of rulers under a republic.
In Belmort France on September 7 a German aeroplane flew over Chavenes and dropped a wreath bearing the inscription Me died like a hero to Pemoud the noted French aviator killed in combat near the area. The gesture comes from the adversary, honoring the hero.
Victoria agents say Captain O r ien expects to finish unloading late tonight and arrive around noon tomorrow. The Flyer reached Solomon just before one with several passengers. The Arctic is due this afternoon from the north and will load for Deering and Kotzebue. Mr Jarmuth Mr O Brien and another member left for Cripple River to assess mining property and expect to be away several days.
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