British Strike Tremendous Blow On German Front
British forces entrenched on the Ypres crest after a major onslaught on an eight mile front east and northeast of Ypres. The attack shattered German lines, captured Reutel Noordenhoek Polderhork Molenaarelsthoek Broodseinde Gravenstafel and most of Poelkapelle while taking 3000+ prisoners. Crown Prince Rupprecht’s counterattacks failed, as Germans issued heavy shelling without gains. Petain’s French front faced German surprise attacks in Champagne and upper Alsace with limited success.
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Berlin Admits British Gains in Flanders War Region
Berlin reports that British forces used eleven divisions in a renewed attack east of Ypres but the Fourth Army held its ground. German lines claim the villages of Poelenpeils and Zonnebeke remain in German possession while Decelaite and Griveelt stay contested. The British objective and deep advance were not achieved.
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Flanders
Coal Shortage Story Refuted and Navy Cooperation Denied
Washington officials dismissed reports of coal shortages and claimed full cooperation between the British admiralty and American naval authorities. Dr. Garfield said east coast coal supplies remain adequate and shifts to the northwest will ensure storage needs are met. Secretary Daniels noted open exchange of war plans and weapon strategies between allied navies.
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British Armies Score Great Victory Near Ypres
British forces launched a dawn assault against German positions east and northeast of Ypres, breaking through to depths of up to 2,500 yards. Reports say Gravenstafel and Poelcapelle areas were overrun, with heavy Allied casualties inflicted on the Defence. The advance, aided by a massive artillery barrage, involved Canadian troops in reserve and threatened a wider breakthrough along the Zevenbeke to Polygon Wood front.
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Zonnebeka
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Malvy Denies Treason Charges Amid Paris Hearing
In a French Chamber debate Louis Malvy, former interior minister, rejected charges by editor Leon Daudet claiming he betrayed the country. Briand corroborated suspicions of Bonnet Rouge activity, Malvy defended his May and June actions, insisting he acted to preserve order and that Daudet must prove his accusations. The chamber backed the government with confidence vote, while further action was awaited.
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Heflin charges being probed in German money claim
Repudiating statements about pro German members, Heflin says some lawmakers supposedly obtained German money by being lucky at cards at a Washington gaming house. Hearings yield two newspaper men and a swift repudiation as witnesses. Executive session and later denial mark the probing of the interview. Extend diplomatic representation noted by Herne.
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Senate orders limited probe of La Follette disloyal speech
A formal preliminary inquiry into Senator La Follette's alleged disloyal speech at St Paul was ordered by the Senate privileges and elections committee. A five member subcommittee was authorized to inspect the speech and six statements, with hearings likely at St Paul and a report due at the December session. The panel also examined Senator Stone’s imputations and found no grounds for investigation, with unanimous committee action.
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Gathering Data for Use at the Big Peace Meet
Col. E. M. House, under instruction from President Wilson, is collecting information for the United States’ role at the peace conference. He will not go to Europe nor negotiate with allied officials. The inquiry is strictly to verify La Follette’s St Paul speech. it is not a broad inquiry. Senator La Follette declined to comment on the controversy.
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Europe
Pershing Denies Propaganda Claim Of Western Front Stalemate
General Pershing, American commander, rebutted German propaganda asserting a Western Front stalemate. He said the United States has manpower and matériel to bolster the Allies, and that American troops are prepared and determined to help force a military decision against Germany.
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General Foukholminoff Sentenced to Prison Term
Petrograd dispatch reports the provi gov has imprisoned General Foukholminoff, former minister of war, in the St Peter and St Paul prison on treason charges. His wife pleaded that sending him to Siberia could invite attempts on his life.
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Siberia
Two German raiders hunted in South Pacific by Allied navies
Washington Oct. reports from Samoa say two German raiders of the Seeadler crew are active in the South Pacific. They have destroyed four American ships and seized others, with crews and prisoners scattered. Allied ships, including British Japanese and American vessels, patrol the region to capture them.
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Details of Sensational Conspiracy Sent France
New York reports outline the case of Paullola Pasha, jailed in Paris as a spy, who routed funds of 1,760,000 through banking houses in New York to France for German peace propaganda. Attorney General Merton H. Lewis announced completion of the probe and said the official copy will be sent to France as key evidence.
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