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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1916
Page
6
Italians in full pursuit threaten Trieste as Duke of Aosta leads operations to capture 20 000 prisoners. Troops press the Isonzo front following gains at the Ucatian stronghold with British and French forces advancing steadily. Berlin reports repulses of Russians at multiple points.
Isonzo front reports say Italian forces pierced Austrian fortifications northeast of Monte San Michele and near San Martino, capturing Boschini and over 12,000 Austrians. British and French progress on the Somme continues with rising prisoner counts and renewed attacks. Russian advances along Kryplin and Monasterzyska-Nizinoff railway lines push toward Galicia as Gulf fronts see heavy fighting.
Reports from Hest describe a new landing of Russian troops in France, joining the first contingents now deployed near Marseilles. Officials give no confirmed numbers, but estimates suggest at least 20,000 men across the expeditionary force. Early arrivals traveled from Vladivostok, landing unarmed and subsequently arming with French support.
Market chatter centers on May delivery while September trades around 143 to 144 and December near 143 22. Many traders hold the view that the price advance has already discounted crop damage in sight and will limit further gains for the near term.
Washington August 10 carriers and consignees were warned by the Interstate Commerce Commission of a threatened car shortage. The commission urged tighter supervision of loading and unloading and timely placement of cars for more axe purposes, plus returning cars to home lines quickly. Heavy grain movements are mainly responsible.
London dispatch reports the Irish question is of keen Vatican interest with the pope and statesmen of the Vatican seen as seeking pacification in Ireland. The Liverpool Post cites direct sources noting the pope’s closeness to Catholic hierarchy and high clerical diplomacy, including Cardinal Gasquet, amid discussions in England.
Chicago Aug 10 The death of Morse Davis milling engineer of Vancouver B C in a Michigan avenue hotel yesterday was expected to be clarified today with the arrival of his son Morse Davis Jr of Saint Cloud Minnesota The wife Mrs Davis in a perilous condition from poison she and her husband took intentionally or by mistake was reported nearly recovered today The pair are to appear at the coroner s inquest.
At Charleston, Aug 10, twenty three bodies were recovered from debris of a flood that swept Calin Creek valley. Rescue parties penetrated above Cabin Creek Junction to aid victims as looting and arrests emerged. Special trains carry provisions, with plans to extend relief along the valley and adjacent areas. The disaster has destroyed homes and mining cables, with many families left destitute and in need of clothing and aid.
In Tersey City on August 10 authorities held Erling Iverson and Axel Larsen on suspicion of complicity in the Black Tom explosion. A designer admitted a self propelled torpedo model found among Iverson’s effects, plus an envelope to John D. Rockefeller and Wilson notebooks, linked to the case. Police note witnesses claim alibis.
Chicago August 10 Wheat futures show cautious trading as traders hold near terms, with near 1 2 cent opening shifts reflecting a retreat from yesterday’s volatility. Market notes indicate a shift toward normalcy after a volatile session.
A Siamese royal youth from the Blames dynasty, Bongalla, will study in the United States. He arrived with servants and officials, and his exact school was not yet chosen. The visit included ministers and aides from the royal entourage.
Italian official account details the August 4 to 6 street-fighting that broke the Gorizia defense. Infantry columns stormed Sabotino and Monte Sabotino defenses, secured the Gorizia bridgehead, and captured surrounding hills and trenches after heavy artillery preparation and gas. An air raid by Caproni aircraft supported by Nieuport fighters dropped explosives on rail depots and depots, with continued Austrian counterattacks repelled.
United States Solicitor W. H. H. files action against two firms selling car accessories at inflated prices. The case targets misleading advertising claims and aims to halt mail solicitations fueling widespread motorist victimization.
The report recounts Italian forces under General Cadorna attacking and nearly clearing Gorizia from Austrian troops. The Duke of Aosta led troops into the city after securing a bridge, finding it largely deserted except for wounded. Italian artillery and infantry operations advanced from Sabotino and Michele tops, with the bridge at Podgora pivotal and fiercely contested.
New York health department daily bulletin reports fewer deaths and new cases in the 24 hours to 10 am. The plague claimed 38 child lives and 18 new cases in the city. Yesterday's toll was 57 deaths and 153 new cases as infantile paralysis trends slight.
New York Aug 10 The battleship Nevada will be equipped with four anti-aircraft guns. The Pennsylvania also will carry four of these guns and it was reported that the rear of the larger Atlantic fleet warships will mount two. The Oklahoma, however, will have a different arrangement.
New York August 10 mediation and conciliation board met with representatives of four railroad brotherhoods to avert a country wide strike over an eight hour day and overtime pay. Officials say the stance remained unchanged while hopes for progress linger and a second conference with railroad managers was planned.
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