War News and Domestic Dispatches Amid Global Turmoil
Reports cite a Russian victory over Turkish forces at Sari Kamysh with the Ninth Army Corps captured. Petroegrad cites about twenty seven German corps opposing Russia and four hundred thousand German and Austrian soldiers captured or dead. Lords review war progress. Kitchener says final Allied victory possible. France, Germany clash near Cernay and Muthausen in upper Alsace. May wheat hits record in Kansas City. flour prices surge in Cleveland. Seventy Japanese brides arrive in San Francisco aboard Shinyo Maru. Ohio coal talks hint miners to start despite UMWA strike. California warns women away from work. Missouri living wage ranges set. William Clayton, “Jerky Bill,” dies after exposure in Wyoming. Colorado federal troops withdraw from the strike zone. Bryan sought to locate several Colorado officials and engineers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sari Kamysh
Lord Kitchener
Cernay
Muthausen
Upper
Alsace
Berlin
Kansas
Cleveland
Ohio
Japan
San Francisco
East Ohio
United Mine Workers of America
California
Commission of Immigration
He Ink
Missouri
St. Joseph
St. Louis
William Clayton
Douglas
Wyo
Colorado
Eleventh Cavalry
Trinidad
Fort Oglethorpe
William J. Bryan
Henry D. Bolsinger
Gilpin County
James A. Shinn
Game and Fish
Thomas Manping
All of
Colorao
Mexican political shifts and Veracruz smallpox outbreak
American Consul Silliman in Mexico City reports issues from the Gutierrez Villa Zapata convention allowing civilian representatives of regional military chiefs, amid controversy. Vila offers amnesty to former federals except those linked to Madero overthrow, including Americans. Veracruz faces a tropical smallpox outbreak in epidemic conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera Cruz
Canada
State Department
Silliman
Mexico City
Gutierrez-Villa Zapata
Billiman
Vila
Madero Pionaries
War and World News From The Year Start
International reports note Japan to send a diplomatic representative to Copenhagen and war bread served to Emperor William. Stock Exchange reopens. Belgian refugees reach 160000 in England. Sweden reports copper imports rise in 1914. UKItalyNetherlands trade talks proceed. Cardinal Mercier arrest causes Belgium shock. News of editor Joseph Yotes condemned and executed. Ad Wolgast to skip Denver bout. intercity bowling series in Pueblo and Colorado Springs. Denver fair judges and Upland King profit. new American air record set at San Diego. Colorado football poised for record year with multiple home games and Pacific coast dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Stock Exchange
William
London
Sweden
England
Great Tristain
Italy
Netherlands
United States
Cardinal Mercier
Belgium
Reuter
Ad Wolgast
Denver
Colorado Athletic Club
Joe Azavedo
Colorado
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
Juares
Jack” Richardson
America
War Department
Army Aviation School
San Diego
Cal
Carbarry
Christie
Boulder
University of Colorado
Pacific Coast
Notable Obituaries and Crime Briefs From New York and West
General, Mme Gerville-Reache, former contralto at the Manhattan Opera House, died at Roosevelt Hospital New York. Mins Grice Hoadley Dodge, the phil anthropist, left over 1 209 900 to public and religious institutions in her will. Gov Hiram W Johnson urged five legislative enactments in California. John G H Slereks, inmate of the State Insane Asylum, confessed in Salem Oregon to killing Daisy Wehrman and her small son. John Arthur Penner was convicted. A prize herd of cattle valued at 80 dollars owned by Enos M Barton was ordered killed due to foot and mouth disease. A boy snatched diamonds from a Dallas jewelry store. James Williams 17 arreste d after chase. one diamond lavaliere valued at 7 500 found nearby. The Commercial Cable Company said Japanese post office reopened mail service to Tring Tan. Jay Apple Korndyke bought an Holstein bull for 25 000 in Syracuse. Oliver Cabana Jr of Buffalo was purchaser. Thousands of Buffalo nickels plated and altered are circulating widely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme. Gerville-Reache
Manhattan Opera House
Roosevelt Hospital
New York
Mins Grice Hoadley Dodge
Hiram W. Johnson
California
John G. H. Slereks
Salem
Ore
Mia
Daisy Wehrman
John Arthur Penner
Enos M. Barton
Chicago
Priex
Ling Broa
Dallas
Tex
Ian James Willams
Atis
Williams
Commercial
Postettice
Tring Tan
Jay Apple Korndyke
Syracuse
N. Y
Oliver Cabana, Jr
Buffalo
Western Mining News in Brief Highlights Colorado Drilling and Rich Veins
Mining activity surges in Boulder County with tungsten demand rising. Cripple Creek districts report bonanza ore discoveries at depths of 1000 to 3000 feet, including the Portland and Vindicator levels and the Cresson strike valued up to 9 million dollars. Local firms plan cyanide plants and new leases, while prospects at Little Jenny and Gold Hill draw attention from Denver investors and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Boulder County
Cripple Creek
Beacom Ball
Iron City
Mack Hawk
Overomall
Gilpin County
Leadville
Denver
Gunsel
Argo
Colorado Metal Mining Association
Portland
Bull Hill
Cripple Creek Distriet
Nelson Frenklin
Eagle Sampier
Robert G. Mullins
Mullins
el Org
Boight
Col. T. B Bure
James E. Handley
Cripple Creek Heady & Company
The Auto On The Farm
The article traces how early automobiles ignored country needs and how makers later adapted designs to rural roads. It notes farmers now have better choices, with car prices from 440 to 2000 dollars and durable construction suited to country usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ufacturer
Newest Racing Car Aims to Minimize Wind Resistance
An English engineer tested a wind tunnel model to explore how far car design could restrict air friction. The experiment focused on reducing drag through streamlined form and personal approach to aerodynamics, illustrating early efforts in wind resistance research for racing vehicles.
Mines In New Mexico And Wyoming Report 1914 Output
Heavy rains in Lordsburg render roads to six mines impassable and halt the district’s main ore producer. Ki J Bigelow leases the Brown oil well near Dayton and prepares to pump, contracting to supply 21 barrels daily. 1914 outputs show gains in gold, silver, copper, and zinc across New Mexico and Wyoming, with declines in lead. Boom predicted for Tom Reed area. Louis Lask upgrades Red Hills plant and advances old Pay mine shaft with rich vein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lordsburg
Ki, J. Bigelow
Oil City
Lakewood
Dayton
Oriental Company
New Mexico
Charles W. Henderson
United States Geological Survey
Tom Reed
Blue Ridge Range
Louis Lask
Kingman
Red Hills
Pay
Description of a car design from Popular Mechanics
The text describes a vehicle with a very narrow radiator and wedge shaped engine hood, a wide rear allowance for the driver, solid standard gauge wheels, and a fat platform on the chassis to resist wind impact. It presents a compact, airflow oriented design view from the magazine.
Une usefulness of speedometers in gear shifting
Speedometers mainly measure vehicle speed but can also guide gear changes. When the engine lopes at about ten miles per hour in second gear, this marks a point to shift to second from lower gears. Following this criterion prevents engine lugging and reduces unnecessary strain on the engine and drivetrain.
Motor Transports of the Russians in East Prussia
A London paper correspondent recounts a sequence of military motor transports near the front in East Prussia. He describes a line of trucks each carrying about thirty men moving at least forty miles per hour, with the procession seemingly endless and including many vehicles. The author notes this as General Rennenkampf reinforcing a threatened flank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
East Prussia
Rennenkamm
Scientific American
Overcoming Shortage of Fuel in Engines
The article explains a method to manage fuel scarcity by violently jouncing a car to spur a remaining fuel pocket in the carburetor, especially in force-feed systems where the outlet sits above the tank bottom. This tactic may force a final burst of fuel to reach a supply station.
Stopping on a Hill and Safe Car Cranking Tips
The article warns drivers to angle wheels toward the curb when parked on hills to prevent rolling, test curb contact, and engage the emergency brake. It also cautions against starting in low gear due to risk of back kick or uncontrolled movement, stressing spark timing and gear selection.
Cleaning of Oiling Systems Maintenance Tip
Modern circulating oiling systems require more than draining and refilling. Over time return passages clog, risking improper feed to bearing surfaces. During reservoir cleaning fill with kerosene oil and run the engine two or three minutes, then drain before adding fresh oil.
Tendency Toward Smaller Front Tires
The article notes a shift among luxury car owners to fit smaller front tires than rear. It argues large front tires hinder driving and pose a danger if a front tire blows out, highlighting the risk and practicality considerations in tire sizing choices.
Preparation of Seed Bed and Dry Farming Implements
An article by J.D. Tinsley on seed bed preparation for dry farming. It discusses spike-toothed cultivators, wing-sweep attachments, and the need to balance surface pulverization with firming. It also describes FP. E. Homeber's rake-like sweeps added to grain drills to enlarge cultivated area and reduce labor, enabling planting beans and weeds control with a combined tool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.D. Tinsley
New
Mexicay
E. Homeber
Levy
Homsber
Preparing Land for Flax in Plains Seasons 1909 12
Alvin Keyser discusses flax farming on the plains, stressing deep plowing when spring moisture allows, to create weed-free, compact seed beds. If rains delay, shallow plowing with immediate disk barrow follow up is advised, as smooth, well prepared land boosts crop success across 1911 1912 experiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alvin Keyser
Colorado
Breeding and Handling High-Class Horses
A discussion on horse care contrasts the pleasures of breeding with the discipline of owners. It notes horses need rest on Sundays or holidays and suggests brushing after work helps eye health, warning dust can injure eyesight.
Pape's Diapep sin Teese Dyspepsia and Indigestion
An old advertisement extols Pape's Diapepsin as a quick, harmless stomach regulator. It claims to end dyspepsia, gas, heartburn, sourness, and indigestion within minutes and promises large value from a small bottle, urging households to keep it handy. It ends with a traditional proverb about a wife’s tongue affecting love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pape
Adv
Also Mentioned on This Page
Wertere New
Washington
Copenhages
SPORT
Western Mining News
Aemopaver Takin News Servien
Wyoming
Arizona
Diakache
Navare
Ousande
Dora
Sre
Dean's
DORN
Milburn CO
Buffalo, M
Carter
Arters
Tiemos
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!