British Advance Reaches German Third Line At Somme
London reports further British gains along the Somme front as Delville Wood and High Wood fall and Pozieres and Martinpuich are pressed. Dragoon Guards and Deccan Horse mounted for the first time since 1914, with Bavarian staff captured, while Berlin acknowledges losses and 2000 additional prisoners.
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Italians Push On In Posina Valley Strong Austrian Defense Held
In Rome on July 11 the official statement reports Italian forces carrying strong positions at the head of the Posina valley after night actions near Corne del Casmon and the Borenia pass. Austrian counter attacks were repulsed as Alpine detachment units pierced trenches near Cantellett o and Travenanse valley, taking prisoners, guns, and ammunition.
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Castro Denied Admission On Arrival In New York
Former Venezuelan president Cipriano Castro, detained on disembarking from the Vauban at Port of Spain, denied permission to land in New York. A special board of inquiry will review charges of moral turpitude. Castro, asserting no political motive, says he is merely visiting family and intends to return to Porto Rico.
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Edwin Taylor
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Prosecution Chief’s Wife Killed in Buchanan Home Slaying
In St Joseph Missouri July 1 Oscar McDaniel wife of the prosecuting attorney of Buchanan County was killed at her home about midnight. The assailant crushed her skull and fled after firing five shots at her husband who returned fire with a revolver. The husband was wounded but survived. Liantel recently received threatening letters directed at his wife.
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Allied AEROS Captured In Berlin Front
The war office reports that 22 Allied aircraft including French and British planes were captured by German forces on the western front. Berlin notes the captures while urging British and French authorities to treat the Germans as occupying forces and to respond to the enemy’s claims.
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Italy Denounces Germany Over War Time Pact Rift
In Rome on July 15 1916 Italy denounced the German Italian accord pledging mutual respect for subjects as Germany treats Italians in Germany and Belgium. Italy orders banks to halt payments to Italians and suspends pensions, heightening tensions between the nations. The controversy centers on prior 1916 understandings and ongoing suspicions of German behavior toward Italian subjects.
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Austria
Declaration of War by Italy Against Germany Is Considered
Rome reports say Italy’s cabinet is weighing a declaration of war on Germany with officials and newspapers urging action to avenge insults. Giornale d Italia and Messaggero call for swift government moves to protect national dignity and seize German property in Italy amid rising anti German sentiment.
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Italy Plans Reprisals to Safeguard Her Interests
Rome July 18 Following Germanys measures against Italian subjects and interests rumors spread that Italy would declare war on its former ally This afternoon official quarters indicate Italy is on the eve of reprisals to protect its dignity and interests The measures were approved at the mornings cabinet meeting
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Destroyers Drayton and Paulding Depart for Neutrality Duty
Philadelphia July 14 The destroyers Drayton and Paulding left the Philadelphia navy yard under spared orders believed bound for the Vorgrin capes for neutrality duty In one time with the departure of the Germain submarine Deutschland the ships arrived at the Delaware Teapes tonight
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Senate Adopts Adjournment Plan With Urgent Bills Priority
The Democratic senatorial caucus backed August 19 adjournment and approved a program to dispose of as much pending legislation as possible by then. Urgent measures include appropriation bills, shipping, revenue, workmen compensation, corrupt practices, Philippine, civil war and veterans pensions, and expanding the Interstate Commerce Commission. If needed, child labor and immigration bills may be postponed to December. the steering committee can reorder priorities to speed action.
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Senate
Rebels Seize Mecca Forts Ending Turkish Rule in Arabia
A Reuters dispatch from Cairo reports Arab rebels capture Mecca on June 13 and end Turkish rule in Arabia. The fall follows continued resistance by garrison elements and a halt in attacks near the city. Mecca surrenders with 28 officers among those taken, plus troops, civil officials, weapons, and matériel seized.
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Austrian Execution of Socialist Leader Battisti
Berlin reports from Innsbruck that Dr Cesare Battisti former socialist member of the Austrian parliament from Trent has been executed for treason. Battisti captured while serving as an officer in the Italian army during the Tyrol offensive, he was sentenced to death by court martial. He led the movement for union of Trent and Trieste with Italy and fled to Italy before the war, later joining the Italian army.
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Tyrol
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Trieste
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Harvesting by Moonlight in Missouri Heat
A Missouri farmer reports harvesting oats at night due to a 102 degree heat. Field crews worked until 1045 pm as a total lunar eclipse lit the sky. The intense heat returned the next day, delaying midday harvesting.
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Montgomery
Missouri
Biggest Raid in City's History Takes 900 In Custody
In Philadelphia a midnight raid arrested 909 men and women from Market to Brown streets and Eighth to Thirteenth. 500 plainclothes officers mobilized under Director William H Wilson, escorting detainees to police stations for immediate hearings as magistrates were summoned.
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Army Censors Spain’s Press Over Railway Strike
Madrid reports military censorship of all press dispatches after martial law was declared due to a railway strike disrupting the northern system. A Madrid dispatch notes a general strike planned for July 16 and outlines government control of information.
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Russians Make Gains In Northern Front Attacks
Intense fighting reported near Baranovichi and Skrobowa as German and Russian forces clash along the Stokhod and Dvina fronts. Berlin claims recapture of positions near Skrobowa with heavy losses for attackers. Russians say they repelled three German assaults and gained ground near Baranovichi and Riga. Prisoners numbered over a thousand with officers among captures.
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German Chancellor Fasts After Reichstag Adjournment
An Amster dam dispatch reports Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg has adjourned the Reichstag to Monday for a possible audience with the emperor at imperial headquarters. The dispatch notes witnesses say the chancellor faces peace policy questions and a potential retirement if he cannot define aims. The debate is tied to submarine policy and internal politics, with factions pressing for renewed submarine campaigns and government stability.
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Villa's Army Looting Carrancistas Near Torreon Threatens North Mexico
Radio dispatch from El Paso reports Villa looting and slaughter around Ferral Cerro Gordo as Carrancista forces, led by Arret and Ramos, struggle to contain raids. Villa aims for Torreon, a key rail hub, to control northern Mexico while Treviño’s fate remains unclear.
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Chihuahua City
Monterey
Russians Nearing Baiburt in July Front Push
Petrograd reports Grand Duke Nicholas headquarters announcing a continuing offensive west of Erzerum with fresh Turkish positions captured. Russian forces advance about 10 miles from Balburt as infantry commands from Kuban and Sterek push southwest of Mush amid fierce Turkish resistance. Fighting develops in Russia's favor despite Turkish stubborn defense.
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Train kills four in auto crash near Pou Ow
Four people died when a car was struck by a train about half a mile east of SIPHON HK or Pou Ow. The victims include Carey aged 40 and others aged 39 and under. Authorities identified four occupants and warned of continuing rail danger at the scene.
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Mexico Crisis Deepens as Carranza Opposes U.S.
Governors in Mexican states act independently, seizing property and issuing decrees without Carranza's authority while Villa amasses forces near Chihuahua. U.S. officials warn of possible war if Carranza yields to insubordination and border raids escalate, with Villa poised to strike.
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Arredondo
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Mexico
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Mistaken Identity Ends in Fatal Police Shooting
Palmer Miller, a Dartmouth College student, was shot and killed by detective sergeant James Garvey who mistook him for a burglar at a friend's home. Miller, 22, was standing nearby as the intruder entered the house. Garvey fired two shots striking Miller in the eye. The incident occurred as family members and guests pursued the burglar across the lawn.
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