Forces May Be Hotly Engaged In Northern France
Amid scarce news on the European front observers note silence as a sign of major action. Reports place fighting near Lafere and Croiselles with German troops active around Lille Roubaix Tourcoing and Belgian frontier towns. Food shortages and rationing are reported as civilians suffer while British transport functions efficiently.
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France
Mons
Cambrai
le Yore
Lafere
Paris
Dieppe
Croiselles
London
Lille
Roubaix
Tourcoing
Dunord
Censorship Tightens in Europe Dispatches Held Up
New York reports the Wall Street Journal wired from London that censorship rose at noon with no warning. Dispatches on France and Belgium operations were delayed by a government order. The significance of Belgian operations remains unclear, possible link to a British rear attack at Ostend.
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New York
The
Wall Street Journal
London
France
Belgium
Ostend
Heaviest WWI fighting reported along Somme to Aisne line
London reports unofficial advices that the fiercest battles of the war rage from Peronne to Verins as German’s frontline forces try to breach British defenses. Crown Prince forces press the French near Mezieres, while French claims of success come from the Vosges and Lorraine where Germans retreat.
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London
Peronne
Somme
Vervins
Department
Aisne
Mezieres
Vosges
Lorraine
Dreyfus Family Honor Mentioned By Dutch Dispatch
The Hague dispatch says Major Alfred Dreyfus's eldest son, serving as a sergeant in the French army, distinguished himself before Charleroi and was promoted on the battlefield. His father reports in Utrecht that his application for a commission has been granted by Minister Millerand.
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London
Hague
Alfred Dreyfus
Charleroi
Utrecht
Millerand
France
German biplane over Paris drops explosive missive
Paris reports a German biplane flew over the city at 4 30 this afternoon and dropped a bomb that did not explode. The incident occurred about 6 20 p m local time with no injuries reported and authorities cordon off the area to inspect for remaining shrapnel.
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Paris
Belgian Queen and General Win Reported Victory Near Peronnes
An Antwerp dispatch reports General an winning a brilliant victory over 50,000 Germans near Peronnes in Somme. Queen Elizabeth of Belgium and her children arrived in England tonight.
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London
Antwerp
Reuter’s
Peronnes
Somme
Elizabeth
Belgium
England
French War Office Says German Attack Stalled on Left
An official French war office communication quoted by The Times dispatch from Paris says the Anglo French army corps have yielded ground but have not broken through. The report describes the German assault on the French left as held, with no breakthrough achieved.
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London
French War Office
Paris
War Office Bulletin Describes Stalemated Front Across Vosges Meuse
Paris reports a war office statement detailing general conditions on the front. French forces initially advanced in Vosges and Lorraine but faced strong defenses near Sarrebourg Morhange. Counter offensives resumed with slow progress as each position is fortified. Further fighting around Neufchateau Paliseul and the Meuse region saw mixed gains and retreats, while in the north French and British units held positions near Dinant Charleroi and Mons amid multiple repulses and Meuse crossings.
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Paris
War Office
Vosges
Lorraine
Sarrenburg
Morhagne
Couronne de Nancy
Seland
Nancy
Wavre
Rnni
Metz
Tournai
Meuse
Verdun
Mezieres
Longwy
Neufchaeau
Paliseul
Spinecoats
Longuyoh
Neufchateau
Spincourt
Roeroy
Ardennes
Rethel
Dinant
Charleroi
Mons
Givet
Wireless stations to send bellicose messages under US censorship
Washington reports that Germany and Great Britain have accepted a US proposal allowing the wireless stations at Tuckertown New Jersey and Sayville Long Island to transmit messages of belligerent nations subject to censorship by American officers.
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Washington, D. C
Germany
Great Britain
United States
Tuckertown
N. J
Sayville, L. L
Tsing-Tau Forts Engaged as Japanese Fleet Attacks
Tsina Shan Tung China reports cannonading heard at intervals throughout the day as Tsing-Tau forts engage ships of the Japanese fleet in the defense of the harbor and surrounding waters.
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Tsina Shan Tung
China
Tsing-Tau
Royal Family Hiding Rumor Circulates in Dover
London reports heavy sounds heard at Dover possibly from vessels off the French coast. The official bureau says no information on the subject as a Daily News correspondent travels to verify details.
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London
Dover
Daily News
Anniversary of Sedan Sparks World War I Front Action
London notes the Sedan anniversary as German forces push on in France with fighting resuming along the front. Official French dispatches say the German right wing advances while British reports are unclear. Conflicting eastern theater reports cite Russian and Austrian success amid fierce battles near Lublin.
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London
Sedan
France
Paris
St. Petersburg
Berlin
Lublin
Germans claim Allenstein victory and huge Russian losses
A Berlin wireless report to the German embassy says Allenstein yielded a crushing victory. Three Russian army corps were annihilated with seventy thousand prisoners and two Russian generals captured. The dispatch notes French setbacks at Coubles and St Quentin and a Rethel river defense by Gen Hausen.
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Washington, D. C
Altenstein
Berlin
Allenstein
von Kulk
Coubles
von Buelow
St. Quentin
von Hausen
Rethel
Idaho Primary Contests Stir Voter Interest Across State
Idaho holds its first primary with races for U S senator governor lieutenant governor and state offices. Brady leads for senator with strong statewide support. Haines a possible nominee, James Stevens and M E Lewis also vying. Sheriff likely renominated. three county seats for state senate and six for representatives. Voting started light, expected totals rise as evening proceeds with final results after 8 o'clock polls close.
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Idaho
United States
James H. Brady
Bonneville County
Twin Falls
Lincoln
Franklin
Fremont
Brady
Haines
James Stevens
M. E. Lewis
Hawley
Ion
Chauncey Depew Rides Cattle Car Home
Sept 1 an American liner Merion arriving from Liverpool carried 208 cabin and 240 steerage passengers. Dr Daniel Londaker of Philadelphia confirmed Chauncey M Depew of New York rode in a cattle car in France and Londaker was a fellow passenger.
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Merion
Liverpool
Daniel Londaker
Philadelphia
Chauncey M. Depew
New York
France
Landaker
Reservists Called Out in National War Mobilization
Paris reports the minister of war orders immediate call up of all reservists nationwide as part of a wartime mobilization.
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Paris
State Militia Deployed as Miners Clash in Butte
The Butte crisis prompts a state militia send to the mining hub as the New Miners Union pressures closures. Authorities warn of possible retaliation against business leaders if troops are sent to the mine, and claim residents hold ample dynamite for use.
Turkish Mobilization Reported in Berlin Telegram
A Berlin telegram states the Turkish army mobilization is under way following Field Marshal von Der Weltz guidance. The first line is to be 200000 Mohammedan soldiers set to form Turkey’s army, with German officers to lead.
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Rome
Berlin
Baron von Deriveltz
Turkey
Turkish Ambassador Doubts Turkish Army Mobilization
Washington dispatch reports the Turkish ambassador expressing doubt that the Turkish army is mobilizing for battle with Germany. He asserts the army was mobilized three weeks ago but questions the current direction of action.
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Washington, D. C
German officers reportedly to lead Turkish army in war move
The British embassy in London reports that German officers have gone to Constantinople to command the Turkish army and that Turkey may declare war. Plans exist to request the American ambassador in Constantinople to handle British interests there.
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Washington, D. C
London
Constantinople
Turkey
St Petersburg Renamed Petrograd by Imperial Order
Reuters dispatch reports Saint Petersburg will be renamed Petrograd by imperial decree. The change, effective immediately, drops the Teutonic element from the city’s historic title, aligning with Russia’s national branding.
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London
Reuter
St. Petersburg
Russian Empire
Petrograd
Idaho Men Held in France as War Prisoners
Sandpoint residents Peter Dellinger and his nephew Bernard List are described as prisoners of war in France under suspicion of German espionage. Dellinger reported to his wife that steps have been taken through Washington for their release. The pair left Sandpoint June 1 to visit relatives, reached France June 15, and have since traveled in Paris and Alsace Lorraine.
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Sandpoint
Peter Dellinger
Bernard List
France
Dellinger
Washington
Messrs
List
Paris
Alsace-Lorraine
Williams Wins National Lawn Tennis Championship
Norris Williams of Philadelphia and Harvard defeated Maurice E. McLoughlin of San Francisco to claim the national singles title in straight sets six three eight six ten eight. The match took place in Newport on September 1 with Williams earning the victory for the second Philadelphia team.
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Newport
R. L
Norris Williams
Philadelphia
Harvard
Maurice FE. McLoughlin
San Francisco
City of Chicago Steamer Fire Saves Passengers
Excursion steamer City of Chicago caught fire several miles off shore. The vessel reached the breakwater and landed several hundred passengers, mostly women and children, before sinking. It is believed all aboard were saved.
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Chicago
City of Chicago
Packing Plant Destroyed. Loss Put At 700000
Tacoma Sept 1 The main plant of Carstens im tgate was destroyed in a fire. Loss is estimated at about 700000 and is covered by insurance.
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Tacoma
Carstens Im Tgate
Yan Ok
Original mine closes after union visit in Butte
Butte Montana September 1 The Original mine employing 700 men closed this morning after a Mine Workers union committee visited to inspect miners boards as the day shift was down One hundred miners failed to report for work and foremen shut the mines There is no disorder No militia has arrived yet
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Butte
Mont
New Mine Workers’ Union
Militia Trains To Butte From Helena In Readiness
Ten companies of militia left Helena on an armored train at 1 15 p m bound for Butte with two machine gun platoons. Major D K Donohue of Glendive commanded the force as Governor Stewart received sealed orders. Secretary of War Garrison said a battalion would be sent to Fort William Henry Harrison in Helena for use at Butte if needed.
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Helenag
Helena
Butte
D. K. Donohue
Glendive
Stewart
Donohue
Secretary of War Garrison
Fort William Henry Harrison
Fort George Wright Soldiers Barred From Leaving Reserve
Reports say troops at Fort George Wright are forbidden to depart the reservation. The hospital car is ready for use and the commander is prepared to discuss orders tied to the Butte situation.
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Ootee, Sytane West
Fort George Wright
Butte
Dynamiters Threaten Butte Miners Rally
Miners in Butte Montana openly threaten to burn the town if troops enter. Leaders warn against fighting soldiers but vow vengeance on business men supporting mobilization. Guards man key sites as authorities seek an editor for disturbing news. Miners’ union pushes new blasting rules as tensions rise.
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Butte
Mont
Helena
J. J. McCaferty
Creati
Sai
Walkerville
Butte Water Company
Butte Mine Workers’ Union
Western Federation of Miners
Tramway
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Army
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Chauncey Depew
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Williams
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