Louvain Destroyed as German retaliation sparks uprising
Washington reports that Louvain Belgium has been almost destroyed by German forces in retaliation for civilian unrest. Berlin dispatches claim western armies are in retreat after nine days of fighting. Paris prep for possible siege and Parisian crowds hear of heavy German losses near Maubeuge.
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Romanian King Charles Ill in Bucharest Rumor of Abdication
A Bucharest dispatch reports King Charles of Romania is seriously ill and rumors circulate that he may abdicate soon. The brief note notes the illness and the potential political consequence without detailing medical specifics or firm confirmation.
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German attack hits Libreville in Belgian Congo
A Havas dispatch reports German troops assault Libreville in the Belgian Congo. French and British authorities say defensive measures are in place and the government informed. Libreville’s population is about 1,500 with 130 whites.
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Havas
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Japan Proclaims German Blockade News From Aug. 29
Washington dispatch reports Ambassador Chinda notifying the United States of the blockade of Kiaochow China as of yesterday. Other items note a typhoon scattering a Japanese torpedo flotilla with five dead and no confirmed attack on Tsingtau. Reports from Paris and London cover Belgian fortifications, German asset moves, and neutral proclamations amid ongoing WWI hostilities.
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North Dakota Dairy Growth Tied to Herd Circuits and Silos
Farmers largely resist costly additions, preferring simple breeding. Commissioner Greenwood credits two factors for rising dairy output: a herd breeding circuit serving townships and widespread silo building. Silo and cooperative efforts, with Better Farming and federal backing, drive progress. education remains primary tool.
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Dairy butter fat gains in North Dakota herds
North Dakota dairy herds show butter fat output rising by 50 to 65 percent this year, per E A Greenwood assistant state dairy commissioner after surveying hund red creameries across eastern and northern counties. The statewide change is described as radical as farmers wake to new realities.
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Indigestion Relief Through Chamberlain's Tablets
Mrs. M J Gallagher of Geneva New York says years of acute indigestion and constipation were cured after trying Chamberlain's Tablets. She bought a bottle from Siegfried Pharmacy and after two bottles she can eat heartily with no bad effects.
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Siegfried Pharmacy
Canal Employees to Build Homes on Canal Rope
Panama August 31 Gouvernor Goethals free to allow many canal employees to build their own homes along the canal rope due to quarter shortages. Permits issued under conditions. builders must not receive compensation from the canal government if their employment ends.
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Panama Canal
Col 3. W. Goethals
Pacific
Quartermaster's Department
Australia 10 Fight the Cost of Meat
Australia reports rising living costs blamed in part on American meat interests. Queensland considers resuming grazing land to boost cattle raising as Chicago packing firms gain influence. Sheepbreeders advocate shifting focus from wool to meat producing sheep under Sir Francis Suttor’s leadership.
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Australia
American Meat Trust
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Chicago
Sheepbreeders’ Association
Francis Suttor
Montenegrin Capital Defends from Austrian Assault
Combined French and British fleet helped save Montenegrina besieged Vattaro from a 10,000 strong Austrian attack. Prince Peter of Montenegro led a counter attack and defeated the Austrians with heavy losses. Prince William of Wied fled to ally as insurgents occupy Durazzo.
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Wied
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