Closing In On Nish From Three Sides Amid Balkan Battle
Paris reports heavy fighting with Bulgarians near Rabrovo as Serbs resist to death south of the Luvats River. Anglo French forces push to hold the line north of the Greek frontier while Austrians move toward Montenegro. Paracin fell to Austro German troops with 1500 Serbian prisoners as Bulgars attack Nish. British and French cooperate. French prisoners moved to Kustendil. Red Cross unit from Uskup reaches Naples aboard Bosnia.
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300 Lives Lost On British Troop Ship Ramazan
London reports the War Office confirms the British transport Ramazan was sunk by an enemy submarine off Antikythria in the Aegean Sea on September 18. About 300 Indian troops aboard, 75 saved, 28 crew saved, boats smashed, survivors reached shore in their own boats and were aided by locals.
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First Naval orders sent by wireless to fleet in New York yard
Secretary Daniels transmitted the first naval order by wireless yesterday to Rear Admiral Usher at the New York navy yard. The system linked Washington, Arlington, and New York in a practical test watched by officials including Mrs. Daniels. Navy wireless stations nationwide overheard the conversation as Charleston reported the event.
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Five Air Battles Reported as Weather Halts Skies
London officials released Field Marshal Sir John French's update noting five air battles yesterday with a German aircraft shot down in British lines. He added that since November first the weather has been very wet and mining activity continues on both sides.
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Asquith Directs War Office as Kitchener Absent
Premier Asquith acts temporarily as British war minister while Lord Kitchener is away on public duty. Official denial states Kitchener has not resigned. Reports suggest possible Near East or Balkans assignments amid Joffre’s London visit and censorship hints.
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Bulgarians Defeated at Babuna Pass in Serbia Invasion
London reporting from the Serbian legation in Athens via Reuters says Bulgarian forces invading old Serbia toward Veles and Perlepe were defeated at Isevor near Babuna Pass after days of fighting. French infantry and British cavalry fought, with Bulgarians retreating toward Veles after losing Iver and Gradsko.
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Britain Receives U S Note Likely Publication Monday
London reports the foreign office has not issued an official statement on receipt of the American note but it is understood the note has been received. Publication in London is expected on Monday.
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Washington Post
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Bryan Opens Fight Over U S War Plans
George Secretary of War Lindley M. Garrison outlines a defense program for Congress detailing an army of 141 843 officers and men, a national guard of 129 000, and a continental army of 406 000 with total first year cost about 182 717 036 dollars. He argues the scheme is not ideal but feasible within constitutional limits and American sentiment, while former Premier William Jennings Bryan denounces the plan in a sharp reply to President Wilson.
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Greece Cabinet Crisis Deepens As King Weighs Recall
Athens dispatches report Premier Zaimis refuses to stay in office while King Constantine debates recalling Venizelos. The crisis follows disputes over mobilization pay and constitutional limits as Greece weighs a wartime course and potential elections. Venizelos and Yanakitsas clash in parliament over military pay, prompting a vote of confidence and debates on monarchy versus democracy.
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King George's Condition Improves After Wild Ride For Doctor
London reports King George III shows improved general condition after suffering injuries in France. A corporal, Fred Clark, describes riding two miles to fetch a doctor as the king lay pinned under his fallen horse, with staff officers assisting. Medical care was delayed, causing debate over the severity of the injuries.
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Foe Closing In On Nish and War Office Talks
News items from the front and government updates include Foe closing on Nish, Asquith directing war office, Greece unsettled, and Bryan assailing Wilson plan with no reply expected. Equal tax called fiction amid broader wartime debate.
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Manhattan Club Angles to Bryan Attacks on Wilson Speech
President Wilson avoided commenting on William J. Bryan's charge that the Manhattan Club hosts a mammon worshiping faction of the Democratic Party. Club president Philip Britt stated Bryan's remarks concern no one, including the club or Bryan himself, while Wilson prepared to travel to Washington after a luncheon at Cleveland H. Dodge's home.
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President Wilson Hits Boy With Auto In New York Luncheon
President Wilson's automobile struck and lightly injured a small boy near Penn Station in New York as he headed to a train to Washington. The boy, Mario Passi, darted into the street. a mudguard brushed his arm, he fell, but then rose unharmed. Secret service and onlookers checked him. the president resumed his trip after confirming the boy was not hurt. CONTINUED ON SIXTH PAGE
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Equal Tax a Fiction Urge Fair Levy on Citizens
Congressional hearings on District financing feature Oliver P Newman and Louis Brownlow opposing the half and half rule. They urge national government dominance in funding, with local citizens taxed fairly for city living, while the commission aims to convert District contributions into general Treasury revenues. Continuous debate expected as Brownlow resumes statements.
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