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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1918

Page

3

Archangel framework collapse as Srenkursk surrenders

Archangel area updates report the surrender of Srenkursk on the Waga River to the new government ending Bolshevik control in Archangel's southern provinces. Entente forces claim Russian troops repelled Bolshevik river flotilla attacks while shortages and distress spread among coastal villagers amid war news across Siberia and the Far East.

Archangel Russia Associated Press Srenkursk Waga Bolchaviki Uages Dwina Gulf of Archangel Sian Eouthern White Sea Horvath Siberia Vladivostok Pleshoff Presham Acuvard

Mexico Clash Proceeds After Brief Truce At Bridge

A continued clash at the international bridge between Mexican forces and Cal. troops paused briefly after a conference between Cal. Herman and the Mexican commander. Each side withdrew its soldiers, though sporadic gunfire from civilians in the hills persisted at intervals, with a later report by Cabell noted.

Cal. Herman International Bridge Cabell

War Department report from Nogales dispatch

Col. Serman reports from Nogales indicate heavy firing until 10 p.m. One officer and two men killed, thirteen wounded, Mexican casualties heavy. Two troops from the Tenth Cavalry and machine guns deployed. Additional Mexican troops entering Nogales. one squadron ordered to march from Douglas to Huachuca. Gen Calles to meet Wednesday morning. Nogales arrival expected about 3 a.m. Brig. Gen. De Rozey Cabell commands the Arizona district. Gen. P. Elias Calles is military governor of Sonora, Mexico.

War Department Southers Department Serman Nogales de Rozey Cabell Arizona Military District P. Elias Calles Senora Mexico

American and Mexican Commanders Exchange Regrets on Border Fight

On August 28 in Nogales Arizona Generals Cabell and Calles met on a bridge along the international line to express mutual regrets after yesterday’s border clash. Casualties: Mexican 13 killed 15 wounded including 4 women. American 2 killed 38 wounded. Officials blamed Mexican side for initiating the shooting. Capt Hungerford and Pvt Barney Lotz mourned. funeral plans unsettled. Arlington burial for the officer anticipated.

Nogales Ariz Dereny C. Cabell Plutarco Elias Callies Calles Hermosillo Carranza Cabell Douglas United States Congal Zertuche Washington, D. C Gaston Reddeck Luke Loftus Hungerford Barney Lotz Arlington National Cemetery

PAVOR UNIFIED CAR LINES PROPOSED BY DISTRICT GROUP

The Rhode Island Street and Suburban Citizens Association adopted a resolution calling for unification of street railways under one management with universal transfers. A fare based on actual service cost, including depreciation and a guaranteed dividend after inventory, would be reviewed by the Public Utilities. The group also paid tribute to late Senator Jacob H. Gallinger as a true friend of the District.

Rthode Tist and Suburban Citizens’ Association Jacob H. Gallinger William Torbert

Scottish Relatives Heirs in Elizabeth Ross Will

The will filed for probate lists numerous bequests to relatives in Scotland. Jessie Ross receives 3500, Martha J. Ross 500, Margaret Ti King 250, Mary Ross 250, Andrew Ross 250, John Ross 250 of Glasgow. David Ross of Bristol Conn 400, Donald Mary and Donald Ross of Bathgate 250 each, Annie and Robert Ross of Glasgow 250 each. John B. Dickman of Washington 750. Remainder to Martha C. Ross. Executor named is Dickman. Ross died August 20, 1918.

Elizabeth Ross Scotland Jessie Ross Martha J. Ross Margaret Ti. King Mary Ross Andrew Ross John Ross Glasgow David Ross Bristol Conn Donald Mary Donald Ross Bathgate Annie Robert Ross John B. Dickman Washington Martha C. Ross M Dickman

French Smash Ahead Near Lens as British Press Forward

Heavy fighting continues south of Lens to the Arras-Cambrai road with British infantry driving a German retreat. German divisions appear under pressure while some units show unusually nervous behavior. Croisilles falls and Vis-en-Artois sees fierce combat as Canadians and British push toward the Somme front. Paris reports French and British actions around Noyon, Ailette crossing, and mounting advances against German positions.

Lens Scarpe River Arras-Cambra Croisilles Crotasillea Builecourt Hindenburg Gfue Beck Hendecourt Vis-en-Artois Somme Arras Cambrai Vis-en- Artois Kamerad London Pont-l'Eveque Ose Noyon Chavigny Soissona Juvigny Chavieny Marchelepot Licourt Potte Mesnil-le- Petit Nesle Solente Aricourt Dives Divette Buis - de - la - Reserve Dive - le - France Pacsel Arleux Cavrelles Poeux Boils du Sart Boiry Notre Dame Henry Haucourt Beugpatre Hapaume Thilloy Fiera Delille Wood Trones Wood Maricourt Dompierre Fay Soyecourt Ablaincourt Paris Haas Esat Chaumnen Debeny Humbert

Profiteer Holds Up Navy Housing

Ot to M. Eidlitz, director of the housing corporation, told the House public buildings committee that a profiteer in the southeast is seeking 16 000 for a 4 500 assessment property vital to Washington navy yard housing sites. Eidlitz and aides urged amending the general housing bill to secure essential government land and prevent delays.

Washington Navy Yard House Public Buildings Committee Otto M. Eidlitz Housing Corporation Bidlitz

Early amendment urged by both Houses after meeting

A housing plan aims to avoid protracted litigation and costly demands from real estate profiteers. The unspecific note predicts early adoption of the amendment by both Houses of Congress following yesterday's meeting.

Agrarian reform supporters form national farmers body

Seek Agrarian Reform delegates from farmers planters ranchers cattle raisers and dairy men at the Ebbitt last night in a convention endorsing government control of public utilities and backing FTC recommendations to take over certain packer facilities. Formeroverner H E Stuart of Virginia urged organization for fair treatment and George Creel chaired the public information committee.

Ebbitt Federal Trade Commission

Grain and Live Stock Prices Baltimore Aug 28

Grain and grain futures across Chicago and New York markets with corn and oats pricing. Baltimore reports oats and wheat values, alongside cotton and cotton futures nearby, and poultry and live stock price ranges from regional markets.

Chicago Baltimore

Live Stock Chicago Prices From AUR Butchers Market

Chicago live stock prices show butchers at 19.00 to 19.90 for select cuts and packing at 17.30 to 18.85. Beef cattle range from 5.00 to 18.90 with calves strong and stockers and feeders bright. Sheep lambs fetch 16.80 to 19.50, ewes steady around 12.00 to 12.90 with various cuts and feeder values listed.

Chicago

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