United States Battleships Race To Vera Cruz
Two U S battleships, the Touliana and the New Hampelite, race to Vera Cruz at the urgent request of Commander McNatone in Mexican waters. He reports Mexican street speeches against Americans and efforts to incite uprisings, though none have succeeded. Washington says the dispatch of ships is not linked to the Pan-American conference.
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Petrograd Reports German and Austrian Army Moves
Petrograd dispatches describe German and Austrian forces advancing from the Prussian border toward Brest Litovsk and along a line through Sokolow Slodites Lukow Oxtr ow and Viadova. Russians expect retirement plans from Viafala dine and anticipate Brest Litovel reflection as Avatols and Germans push toward the Hua.
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Russians Defeat Germans Near Kublako In World War I
Vonton August 15 official Berlin report says German forces east of the Drinsk river defeated the Hinden army group and captured over 2000 prisoners near Kublako while German forces near Kovno and Brest Litovsk advance. The Polish sector shows German columns drawing forward as observers note limited large captures.
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Front Quiet as Allied Landings Precede New Movements
Report from Paris notes a quiet front in France with limited activity in Argonne and the mountainous sectors. Artillery interventions disrupted enemy bombardments, and a railway station bombardment near St Man and St Din was neutralized by counter artillery. Discussions also mention a potential rise in immune response research using lymphoid serum to boost white lymph cells, suggesting partial immunity in some cases.
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Italians Stone German Ships Amid Wartime Turmoil
Enrollments and clashes surge as Italian forces stone German ships near Toston on August 18. About 1,200 reserve volunteers prepared to guard the fleet amid demonstrations, with three policemen injured and a tense scene at Wathepm, while wartime actions ripple through nearby towns and naval operations.
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Scandal at Annapolis exposes naval academy exam irregularities
Washington reports reveal court of inquiry findings on exam and recitation irregularities at the Naval Academy. Secretary Daniels approves disciplinary actions including dismissal of midshipman Ralph M. Nenen and Charles M. Revgla, with twelve others ordered disciplined. The probe, initiated by Secretary Daniels after the inquiry led by Secretary Cuels, also references earlier recommendations to dismiss several mids and bring sixteen officers to proceedings.
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Registration in the United Kingdom sparks warnings and rallies
The August 18 nationwide registry aims to capture age, occupation, and ability for military service. Irish workers abroad challenge it while crowds cheer departures. The National Service League plans public meetings to urge men to volunteer and backs government orders.
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Germans Ready to Go to Servia
Dispatches from Athens report German and Austrian forces massing along the Serbian frontier near Belgrade as tensions rise over a possible push toward Turkey. Clashes with Serbian troops continue while Greece and Romania face choices aligning with the Entente or Central powers.
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Greek policy to be settled as parliament meets
A fragment notes Greece will settle its policy tomorrow when the Greek parliament convenes. The text is incomplete but indicates an upcoming official decision by the government.
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Taft urges preparedness and navy build up in interview
Former President Taft calls for national preparedness and stronger armed forces during an interview before leaving for Salt Lake City. He criticizes excessive military talk and backs expanding navy, with support for congress to act. He weighs military strength levels and reflects on U.S. policy in Mexico and Latin America. He plans appearances in Salt Lake City and Portland, then addresses the Northwestern Historical Association in Spokane.
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Wales Goal and Miners Strike Threat in South Wales
In Auk 1 1161 a report notes a delayed resolution provoking discontent as miners threaten renewed action. The article mentions assent to a settlement unlikely to quell agitation and hints at parliamentary or industrial dispute maneuvers.
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South Wales strike settlement and Haiti updates
The South Wales coal strike moves toward renewal talks after a July settlement praised by David Lloyd George, offering wage gains and concessions. In Haiti, Washington reports quiet conditions as Admiral Caperton notes stability, a new cabinet chosen by President Dartiguenave, and continued American presence with rising hopes for peace amid a fledgling government.
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Mrs W A Scudder Sudderly Stricken in Sweden to Ulak
Mrs Agnes Wilhelmina Scudder, wife of WA Scudder, died yesterday after a stroke at their home 584 Wallavenue. Born July 1 1857 in Sweden, she came to Ulak in 1875. Survived by husband and sons Gus Jack Louis Nor rine Kate Martha and Louise. Body moved to Kirke Endall for funeral arrangements.
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Injured Teachers in Oakland Auto Crash at Convention
Miss Jane Webster Miss Mollie Baum and Miss Lydia Batters all of New York were hurt when a sightseeing bus collided with a trolley car in Oakland. They were en route to the National Education Association convention. Bertha Young daughter of the late Alexander Young and Mike Young were among others bruised. Kipling at the Front.
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Double Funeral Held at Avery for Two Girls
A double funeral service was held yesterday afternoon in Avery for Jennysg Child Eagle Palmer and another girl who drowned in the Weber River near Riverdale on Thursday. The Mestling House was crowded with friends and relatives of the two young girls, both members of the Hee Hive Girls, who attended the services. Uncles and bishops spoke, with music by the Bingham family and other local singers. Interment followed at Garden Cemetery.
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Opium Smuggling Ring Exposed Across State Lines
New York report details a major opium trafficking scheme with Chinese and American participants. Authorities allege a well organized gang used the international boundary to move opium into the state, with hundreds of thousands of dollars invested and large profits noted.
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