25 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Troy Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1914
Page
1
Paris reports fierce night fighting from Sept 24 as German and Allied lines clash from the Aisne to the Oise. British cruisers sunk by German submarines are noted while fresh French troops bolster the eastern front. Heavy losses and repeated bayonet charges mark a brutal, inconclusive struggle with shifting frontline positions.
The Allied forces pushed German lines back about seven miles over 48 hours as renewed fighting wore down both sides. Gains were reported between Reims and the Argonne, with French attempts to flank the German right wing proving costly and less violent engagements later in the day.
British War Office reports a seven day battle of the Aisne turning against Germany as front lines fracture into three groups on untrenched hills. Von Kluck’s army rumored in retreat while crown prince moved west. French say north of Reims attacks repulsed and Allied forces advancing east of Reims amid heavy losses. The central Vosges fighting at Donon and Senones sees German offensives repulsed in that sector. Verdun fortress attacked from two sides as German re-enforcements bolster the right wing and center between Berry au Bac and the Argonne forest.
The report details continuous brutal combat from Noyon to the Franco German frontier. Hand to hand clashes and bayonet use mark fierce river battles along the Aisne. German efforts to hold ground falter as Allied forces repulse ten major assaults and near dawn both sides exhaust themselves after a long night of fighting. A Verdun sortie is noted on the right.
The general staff reports German airships meeting expectations in dangerous flights with some damage but all repaired. Before daybreak the Germans hurled a final charge with fresh troops, charging with fanatic courage, yet they were driven back amid enormous losses.
Gen. Francisco Villa denounces Venustiano Carranza and declares independence as Chihuahua and Sonora rise against the central government. Villa agents ship carloads of munitions and troops to Maytorena, with 600000 pesos in Villa currency circulating to bolster the revolt. Troop movements shift as Carranza forces advance from Zacatecas.
London reports a clear sky strike by German submarines sinking three British cruisers Aboukir Hogue and Cressy off the German coast. The ships valued at about 12 million dollars carried 2100 plus men. survivors and casualty totals to be finalized. Reims cathedral ruins and Russian advances in Galicia are noted amid mounting wartime losses.
Washington administration bill for a federal leasing system on public lands containing coal oil phosphate potassium and sodium passes the House. It aims to open mineral resources with government royalties and limits leases to 2 560 acres each. The bill awaits Senate action.
Bloomington resident Mrs. H. D. Cowden appeals to the U S government for aid in tracing Ambrose Bierce the noted writer and satirist and soldier of fortune who is believed to have perished in Mexico.
Senator Sheppard proposed cutting federal salaries including those of senators representatives officers and the president to meet the enormous strain on the treasury from the war in Europe. The plan targets government pay to reduce expenditures during wartime.
The U S cruisers Tennessee and North Carolina, sent abroad with gold to aid stranded Americans, will remain in European waters indefinitely. The War Department announced this measure to provide relief if any emergency arises.
Detectives in Little Rock Arkansas search for suspects accused of stealing spikes and angle bars from Iron Mountain Railroad rails near Beebe. The alleged theft caused the wreck of the Little Rock to St. Louis fast train. Authorities urge any witnesses to come forward.
Denver operators who mine 70 percent of Colorado coal sent a letter to President Wilson refusing to enter a three year truce with the United Mine Workers of America on terms proposed by federal mediators.
Belle Flower reports a despondent farmer facing financial reversal after selling his farm and moving to town. William Poll killed himself by drinking poison, ending his life amid mounting debt and distress.
Washington reports the Clayton antitrust bill is ready for final consideration in Congress after extended deliberation in both houses. The administration’s trust legislation moves toward enactment as the session progresses.
On the eleventh day of the Battle of the Aisne German von Kluck faces pressure as Allied lines push along the right wing and center. French positions hold near Rheims and Craonne while heavy bombardment continues from Lasigny to the Argonne, threatening a German retreat unless Von Bulow blocks the Allied center. The government compares the siege to the long, grueling Manchurian hostilities.
Two squadrons of British naval airmen raided Zeppelin bases at Dusseldorf and Cologne from Belgium. Dusseldorf raid reported successful as Lieut. C. H. Collet dropped three bombs, coming within 400 feet of the target.
The Novoe Vremya reports Soviet success after Lvov fall, listing trophies: seven regimental battle banners, 644 field guns and 44 quick-firers, 64,000 prisoners including 535 officers. Russian arms claim numerous trophies from Austrian forces as they advance.
News from New York reports Germans wore French uniforms to disguise themselves as civilians near a British detachment. The ruse failed and German soldiers reportedly opened fire after officers’ suspicions were allayed.
A German press report describes a raid by English aviators on the German aviation camp at Bickendorf. It states only two bombs were dropped and the damage consisted of a few broken windows.
A Bordeaux cablegram relays fighting progress with the French embassy noting enemy forces reoccupied Demevre south of Dlamont Nomeny and Vilme north of Nancy, signaling a back-and-forth in the regional operations.
Pekin reports the Chinese government declines responsibility for neutrality violation amid protest over Japanese troop landings in China. Official reply says China cannot defend the breach and disclaims obligation to respond to the situation.
Veniceae Guida Pusinato, a member of the Italian chamber of deputies and former undersecretary for affairs, reportedly killed herself here by shooting. The act is attributed to illness. Fusinato represented Italy at the last Hague peace conference.
Chicago police report three men of the quintet who robbed Nellie Q Clark in Kankakee last week were overpowered after a five minute rear room struggle in a saloon. Diamonds worth 4000 and cash amounting to 6000 were found on them, believed proceeds of the booty sale. Two alleged gang members were captured near Momence after lively fighting.
Washington dispatches to the revenue cutter service report the wreck of the cutter Tahoma in the Aleutian Islands. They assure that all 71 crew members including nine officers and 62 sailors will be saved.
An unmasked bandit armed with a pistol entered the People's State Bank in Dodson Missouri and forced assistant cashier Hugh Moore into a vault. He escaped in a car with $1300 in cash.
A lightning strike touched off fires in seven oil tanks at Port Arthur Texas owned by Gulf Refining and Texas Company. Gulf Refining loss estimated at 250000 dollars and Texas Company at 125000 dollars.
Pittsburg reports actress Lillian Russell, known privately as Mrs. A. P. Moore, has been taken to a hospital with appendicitis. Doctors say the illness is not acute and an operation is planned.
University of Missouri discipline committee plans to hear four sophomores charged with disturbing the peace after a scuffle with first year students. The four allegedly restrained freshmen in a corridor and doused them with a hose during the incident.
A $500 reward is posted for the arrest and conviction of Fritz Henderson's killer in Hume on September 17. The state offers $200 and the citizens of Hume add $300. A warrant is issued for Charles Bloomfield's arrest.
Odd Fellows, meeting in Atlantic City, reports at their annual convention a net gain in membership and financial results. Officials note progress toward sustaining lodge activities as ports submitted reports to the sovereign grand lodge.
In Norfolk Nebraska a former bank president was found guilty in federal court of misappropriating funds from the National Bank of Norte. He was sentenced to five years in the federal penitentiary.
Flood disaster hits a cloudburnt Arizona town as Wayne Dengler reports waters wash away homes and threaten drinking water amid a water famine. Local authorities brace for damage assessment and relief efforts.
Circuit Judge Warder oversees a grand jury inquiry into the Stevens estate on Beverly Stevens Boulevard in St Louis Missouri, with statements indicating the jury will examine alleged crimes connected to the estate. The report notes the case involves the Stevens family and local court proceedings.
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