Winter Weather Signals Backing for Russians in Eastern Front
Military observers in Berlin and Vienna note German and Austrian forces retreating or holding in Courland and the Baltic region as autumn approaches. They expect equinoctal conditions to slow Teuton advances and potentially force a halt near Riga, with Austro German aims shifting to press Grand Duke Nicholae's forces deeper into Pripet and East Prussia. Turkish reports claim Ottoman recapture of trench lines amid heavy losses, though Britain has not conceded these gains.
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Retreat of Austrian Forces Near Isonzo Front
Milan August 30 The Austrians are seen retreating at two points. One toward Val Burgano as they destroy bridges and viaducts, the other near the Isonzo where Italian Alpini seize a mountain summit. Official reports say Stilling advances beyond Piezzo and Monte Rambon while Austrians defend Val Sigaua and Tolmin.
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Salt Lake Forest Fire Near City Farm Battles Destruction
A major Utah forest fire spread across Mountain Dell and Emigration canyons near Salt Lake, threatening city farms and prompting a large mobilization of deputies and forest service rangers. Winds drive flames across ridges, with hundreds aiding control efforts. no private homes burned yet, but watershed damage and grazing lands suffer extensive loss.
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Elihu Root Calls for Short Ballot Reform in New York
Albany reports Elihu Root denounces boss rule and unresponsive government at the constitutional convention. He urges adoption of the short ballot and departmental reorganization as the first step toward popular rule, naming allies and opponents among party and reform voices in a heated debate.
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Uprising Among Border Mexicans Foiled in San Antonio
San Antonio police and federal authorities arrested twenty six Mexicans, twenty three detained, after a plan to rouse border Mexicans into violence was halted. Leaders promoted a “Republic of Texas” and urged uprising among the poorer classes, sparking a tense confrontation at a market area before officers intervened.
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Heat Aids Fires In The Forests Across Pacific Coast
San Francisco reports numerous forest fires along the Pacific slope from Vancouver to Tahoe, mostly small but threatening watersheds. Smoke reached Puget Sound hindering navigation as boats faced grounding incidents. Oregon saw several lightning sparked blazes near Medford Bend and Lakeview. California logged an incendiary fire near Montecito Santa Barbara amid 97 degree heat.
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Carranza May Be Eliminated In Mexican Crisis
Washington reports indicate a plan to establish a provisional government in Mexico may move forward regardless of Carranza’s reply. Zapata back channels accept Pan American referees offer, while Carranza’s agents seek his response within days.
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Germans urge Teddy Roosevelt to enlist bold offer
New York report claims German Americans in Brooklyn promise a $10,000 certified check to Theodore Roosevelt if he joins the war in France with a musket. The editor notes Roosevelt has criticized Germany and the U.S. administration, while one Brooklyn man vows to back the former president if he acts, then denounces Wilson.
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George Gess
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France
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H. W. Rowe Reports Cave Visit In Forest Reserve
Dr H M Rowe returns from a 10 mile automobile trip to explore Cave, a cavern near Roar Lake in Logan County. He notes the cave should be explored by torch or electric flashlight and viewed with care in the forest reserve surroundings.
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Roar Lake Tanc
Logan Aiyon
Suspected murderer charged in killing mine operator
Greek suspect Michael Mentye liss is charged with the February shooting and death of William Tilek, a mine master in Wilsonburg Colorado. Deputy Wood Patrolman Patton and Pinkerton agents investigated, tracing the murder to a car chase and a theft of money linked to a labor dispute. Another report notes driver John Habington being kicked by mules in Park City as he tended team mules, leaving him in critical condition with abdominal injuries.
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Michael Mentyeliss
William Tilek
Welsonburg
Colo
Armat Wa
Sheriharney Wood
Riley Patton
W. J. Willsie
Pinkerton
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Messerage
Trouble 16
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Park City Lane
Tohn Habingon
Robinson
Keke
Viola Allen Stars in The White Sister at Ogden Theater
Viola Allen performs in The White Sister to capacity crowds at the Ogden Theater. Open nightly from 2 PM to 11 PM Tuesday through Thursday. advance seating advised to avoid lines.
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