German Drive Presses on as Grodno Faces Danger
Berlin dispatch reports German forces advancing on Grodno, with Lipsk captured in northern Russian Poland near the fortress. The drive includes heavy artillery, trench damage in the Argonne, and reports of a British steamer sunk after torpedoing. Official bulletins note continued operations across the Western and Eastern fronts, with talks of Austrian moves near the Romanian border and tentative signs of broader campaigns.
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Berlin
London
Grodno
Lipsk
Russian Poland
Poland
Fant
Fusslea
Sigmon
Oita
Eganon
Markengen
Kobrin Ambien
BuTedder
von Eichborn
Ntly
Ataycent Mat
Vou
Vile
Marzhy
Germin
Paris
Wiliam Stephenson
Newcastle
Tandon
Critien
Sollia
Near East
North Sea
Vosges
Dardanelles
Cohetatlnogle
Hermitage Coupon Cat Valid for August Travel
Coupon offers five cent fare for Hermitage round trips any August day in 1915 except Sundays. Available only at The Standard Office, designed to light up your picnic parties this month.
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Hermitage
Dyestuffs Scarce in Nation Under Blockade Investigation
New York reports a dye shortage caused by the German export blockade. Thomas Norton, bureau official, arrives with assistants to study the crisis. Testimony from Philadelphia Master Dyers will inform a report to Secretary Redfield on color shortages and production efforts across the industry.
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New York
Thomas 3. Norton
Commercia
E. J. Pratt
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Redfick
Department of Commerce
Master Dyers Association of
Philadelphia
Shells Heading to German War Makers Revealed in Report
Chicnea Aug 10. George M Getschow & Co. are cited by The Daily News as supplying shells to the United States army via a contract valued around 640 000 dollars. The firm reportedly ordered 140 shells shortly after war broke out, but satisfied no orders from Belligerents. The German pattern of advance planning and bank guarantees for munition contracts is discussed, with emphasis on cost, overhead, and percentage profits.
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George M. Getschow
Phillipa, Getschow & Co
Saling
Wm Tirm
United States Army
Faiut
Munjana
Ibherty
Getachow
Ay Gaylag
Mr. Getachow
Germany
Onimnay
German decision on Arabic policy outlined in Berlin
Berlin reports that Germany has decided its course on the Arabic question following a conciliatory note by Dr von Dietz. The chancellery and Admiral von Tirpitz returned to Berlin from the eastern front after a conference with the German emperor. No official statement has been issued, but belief grows that the government has adopted the chancellor’s viewpoint.
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Berlin
London
Germany
von Dieth
Admiral von Tirpitz
Eastern Front
American Shot in Old Mexico
Washington reports from Vera Cruz cite mal reparta in the killing of an American, Welles, an auditor of a Tobacan tanning company. Details are scarce. Welles was killed or fled after bandits attacked a train. State Department notes Pan American neice appeal and acceptance by General Zapata.
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Washington
Vera Cruz
Welles
Tobacan
Wellow
State Department
Zapi- Ha'a
Carranza
Troops Guard Negro in Jail After Lynch Threats
Murphyatory Aug ai1 pre vent threats of lynching against Joulaberry a Negro charged with murder of Mrs James Martin. Militia companies encamp near Harriaburg to deter mob action as officers escort the accused to jail and advise calm amid intensified vigilante talk.
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James Martin
Nore
Amano Daberry
Momar
Mra. Mictin
American ships show surge in foreign trade tonnage
The department of commerce reports a marked rise in American ship tonnage in foreign trade for the year ending June, with registered gross tonnage reaching 1,273,087 from 143,215 in 1863. Increase since August 18, 1914, reflects expanded America Pig usage compared to French or Norwegian fleets.
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Wiishhitin
Aimee
Merlin Nation
Jmbib
Department of
Ammen
Nea
Emikat
Brenier
Passengers Don Safety Tags Aboard Transatlantic Steamer
Passengers aboard the steamer Wa pagne from Bordeaux wore dentification tags for the first time since the war began to deter submarines. Among travelers was Bure Craig of New York, a Paris-born student, recalling naval actions near the French coast and describing altered nerves and battlefield sounds during the voyage.
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New York
Ave
Wapagne
Bordeaux
Europe
Mperche
Boller
Toid
Thousands Return To Work In Bridgeport Strike Fallout
Bridgeport reports thousands of factory workers returning to their jobs after a strike with tensions easing. The dispute centered on wages and shifts at the Remington plant, with talks at New Haven and Waterbury involving company officials and union leaders. Observers note the eight hour workday dispute influenced the nationwide labor action and relate to plans to reopen plants in several locations.
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Bridgeport
Testis
Wei Winahy
Romer Nbelice
Arnie
Meri
Remington
Cain
Waterbury
Old Fhitford
Alan
Poliabers
Ives
Mystery surrounds murder of Pastor Edmund Kayser in Gary
Mystery surrounds the death of Rev. Edmund Kayser of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church Gary Indiana whose body was found in a vacant lot near his home. Feud within the congregation simmered for months as opposing members sent threatening letters and a theory linked the killing to his pro German views.
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Edmund Kayser
Panter
St. James’ Evangelical Lutheran Church
Gary
Ind
Kayser
Kain
Military Court Organized to Probe Guard Charges in Few Days
A military court, chaired by Captain W. E. Horse, is organized to investigate charges against Adjuluml Gei re John Ohnne and other National Guard officers in Colo nado. The court, announced March 13, aims to complete its work soon amid government concerns about labor unrest and wartime governance.
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Wading
George A. CaTinon
John Ohnne
National Guard
Oolonedo
Beb
Donghuong Cartain
W. E
Envy MM
Pinter Tewan
Avira
Mihauian
Ehbe
Beret
Jeasey
Mie
Aginey
United
Ming Workers of Atmerica
British Concessions Reported In Trade Negotiations
British officials in Wellington disclosed concessions aimed at easing American import hardships amid mediation with Germany and Austria. Private brokers move cargoes from Rotterdam as Britain seeks to allow legitimate shipments under new rules, with emphasis on contracted orders and payments.
Mexican Peace Talks Dramatize Wartime Diplomacy
Report from Washington describes Mexican efforts to arrange peace and a provisional government as Mexican officials and visitors, including ministers and students, engage with U.S. counterparts. The scene features charged exchanges on sovereignty, governance, and regional stability amid postwar adjustments.
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Uncle Sam's Neutrality Board
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Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
American Journal of International Law
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H. 5. Knapp
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