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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1915
Page
2
Dispatches from Warsaw report a midnight bombardment and a breach on fortress lines as Prussian reservists and German kingdoms seize forts near the Vistula. Moscow war notes claim German and Austrian forces drive to the city, with Polish defenses faltering under heavy shelling and undersea submarine activity nearby.
From London a Russian war office report says German assaults began on fortresses near Ograd and Ossowetz. The fortress complex faced gas mask use as the Germans stormed parts of the network, while Soviet counterattacks recaptured positions in the city region near the Narva river, southeast of War on the Narsw river area.
The United States hesitates to use force in Haiti and discusses disarming rebels only if necessary to maintain order. Secretary of State and Rear Admiral Benson coordinate with Haitian authorities, ensuring customs collections are safeguarded against diversion while two Haitians killed are reported in connection with the unrest.
A compiled list of local acquaintances visiting, staying, or returning to towns near Shinnston. Mentions include Mr Heath of Charleston visiting. Mr and Mrs George P. Lestherbury, Mrs Melville, and Mrs Martha M. McCarty hosting gatherings. Emma Day and John Day planning trips to Louisville. Kester end a man visiting in city. Dr Flembis Howell visiting Oak Lane. W Green prominent Westox wholesaler. John Lowe and William Thompson in town for business. Ira G. Post in Romine's Mills. R A Loar visiting Morgan Town. Miss Bye Shinn returning from Warrensburg Mo. Miss Emma Marker visiting Mrs J William Karcher. F P Mitchell of Parkersburg on several days’ visit. Mrs John Itahéon and children returning to Parkersburg after two weeks with relatives.
Aug 7 report from St Louis that a major steel works declined to accept a contract to produce ammunition for the British army. A letter from the company’s Blanket president argued the weapons would be used to kill men and urged neutral American citizens to oppose such a sale despite financial profit.
Bridgeport August meeting of about 800 Locomobile Company of America employees rejected the bonus proposition. The crowd voted to demand an eight hour day with time and a half for overtime and warned of a strike if the demands are not met.
Reports say Evers plans to quit Chicago baseball after the Series in St Louis. Friends claim he is tired of unwarranted criticism and will retire to Colorado or California to recuperate after a prior pneumonia attack.
The article notes Governor Ferguson praising U S troops for their cooperation on the border. It credits federal forces with preventing bandits from crossing into Mexico and frames the incident as an internal affair the state will handle promptly.
Partial race notes recount two deaths and multiple penalties. Mentions Burman Tate Barney Oldfield Cooper and Olfield with speeds around 1200.2 and 09.05 miles per hour. Describes heated exchanges and tire conflicts during a 500 mile event on a mile oval.
Major General Hugins Scott, chief of staff of the United States Army, halted a few hours in Chicago on his way from Washington to El Paso. He expressed optimism about uniting the southern republic factions and avoided commenting on ultimate success.
Abraham Ruee, once a San Francisco political figure now jailed in San Quentin for bribery, allegedly sought parole while fearing banishment from the city during a municipal campaign. His attorney Georgs Keane said Ruee worries his return could provoke renewed charges as he resumes political activity.
A regional cotton export firm treasurer Weatherford confronts threats and a rumored resignation amid tense conditions. A man threatened to blow up a home and derail shipments while police investigate a disturbing message claiming imminent danger and possible assaults.
A fragment describes Peter from veterinarians and Mr Vernon involved in hunting work with a dog bought from J Nelson of Grove City Pa. The note praises marshals’ abilities and mentions a four and half month period, implying training or showcasing skills.
Louisville Aug 7 The state primary nominating A O Stanley for governor and H Morrow for lieutenant governor reflected a strong Prohibition tilt. Stanley trailing, Dexter led the Republican slate, while McChesney pressed the platform for statewide repeal of the county unit system. The vote produced a calm election atmosphere with talk of reform and constitutional change. Two men were killed and another wounded in Jackson terms of violence reported elsewhere.
Workmen excavating for a new building uncovered Lovejoy’s papers and a mob lynching of abolitionist editor Elijah P. Lovejoy is reported. The 78 year old editor, noted for opposing slavery, is said to have been shot during the disturbance in Alton.
Fragmentary text describes naval war concerns and mapping work by officers and colleges. References to Atlantic Fleet, Admiral, Pietcher, Frank, and Sanaa suggest a dated, unsettled report on wartime activities and shoreline effects.
The Liverpool bound Anchor liner carrying 780 passengers including three Americans and some Canadian soldiers faced a bomb scare. Passengers were removed while security officers searched the ship and cargo for bombs. The incident interrupted the voyage to Glasgow as questions about the threat and fate of the crew and travelers hovered.
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