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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1914
Page
3
Washington dispatch reports German forces withdrawing on the East Prussian front, burning and destroying railways and stations as they fall back toward fortified lines from Schirwindt to Kaltah. Russian forces push forward, with reports of Harsh weather straining medical services and widespread destruction accompanying the retreat.
A scrambled report questions American naval actions near Beirut. It notes that sailors may have engaged the port’s defenses and that the United States aims to protect its personnel and vessels in the Mediterranean theater, with officials awaiting clearer intelligence.
A damaged but legible wartime note reports Dardanelles defenses at Bath and Soles harbor completely demolished by a bombardment. An American ship observer claims artillery and mines breached the entrance, signaling a major Turkish fortification collapse amid ongoing assault.
Berlin via London Nov 7 police notify Englishmen aged 17 to 45 to report to police stations for transport to Hunterian near Berlin. They are advised to bring two blankets and sheets. Exodus proceeds with Hulls to Ruhleben detention camp. The largest group, about 1406, comes from Hamburg including 390 residents and 1100 nonresidents. Residents include wealthy men. many sailors among nonresidents. From Dresden 100 Englishmen from Hanover 800 from Berlin and 500 more from Berlin suburbs arrive.
A Washington dispatch reports the German gunboat Geier has been ordered to quit Honolulu by midnight or be dismantled and interned in the harbor until the end of the European war. The 24 hour deadline began November 6, with officials still undecided as to departure or internment as two Japanese cruisers and possibly an English ship watch from outside the harbor. The Geier had entered Honolulu for repairs and is now believed to be complete.
Dutch correspondents report a cautious German withdrawal in Flanders as units pull back to dug in positions. Observers note movement from Veerle to Ghent and from Ghent to Alost and Linseela while engineers rush to the front to cover gaps. Strong German force concentrations are observed near Ypres and the coast as the front line stabilizes.
London dispatch reports German authorities in Bruges stating evacuation on the Yser to launch a strong attack on Ypres. German troops press toward Ypres with reinforcements, while the battle between Ypres and the allied front remains extremely severe and casualties mount. Wounded are ferried from Foulers, Ypres, and Ingelmunster to Bruges.
The Montgomers Coty Peahanters Agsaiation held near Poavile yesterday and today the field trials ended in uncertainty over which dogs led the last work. It was decided to hold new trials December 7 with entries to be accepted. The run began near Rockville and covered several miles.
A U S military official dismisses claims of huge killed and wounded totals in Europe. The report notes ongoing trench conditions, heavy bombardment, and soldiers enduring steep odds as officials defend government figures amid wartime scrutiny.
An unusual wartime advertisement touts James Headache Powder claiming rapid relief from dull splitting pains. The piece ties the product to military narratives, claiming protection and suggesting impregnable defense measures, while contrasting with cited high casualty counts and trench warfare tactics from European conflicts.
Huntsmen reached the grounds as day broke and the dogs picked a hot trail but Reynard was not forced to extend himself. In the early afternoon the hounds were called off and the meet ended without incident.
The report notes a large British cruiser was sunk off the Chile coast while a German submarine is credited with sinking three ships. A US envoy credit is given for aiding the departure of Sir Lo Matlet’s party and other British subjects detained earlier. The embassy released Ambassador Spring-Rice’s letter to the Secretary of State praising Morgenthau’s intervention.
Paris reports a French official statement says during the Grand Crown of Nancy action one German battalion left 300 dead on the battlefield. Many prisoners were taken along the front as two detachments in Lens surrendered due to fatigue and hardship.
Belgian dispatch from Havre dated November 7 reports no change on the Yser. Allied forces hold Ramscapelle area while German posts remain on the left bank. Bulk of German troops retreat eastward from Bruges toward Ghent as five trains head toward Louvain amid Russian-Polish defeats.
Fire this afternoon destroyed two large barns a dwelling wagon sheds and crops on Jacob H Schindel’s farm near Hagerstown. Loss estimated at about 12 000 with 1200 bushels of wheat 20 bushes of corn one calf several hogs chickens and household goods and farming implements. Partly covered by insurance.
October 30 report from Basingstoke Tinglund notes Canadian troops at Salisbury Plain carry an intrenching tool dual as shield and rifle rest. The 4 pound spade is belt carried and features an oval center hole to thrust a gun barrel, with metal said to be bullet resistant though heavy fire can crack shields at close range.
Col Glenn, chief of staff of the Department of the East, warned at a New York banquet that the United States must be prepared for invasion. He urged mobilization of 300,000 men and billions in ransom potential to defend coastal cities, and pressed every able young man to undergo military training. The address drew applause from service leaders and highlighted fears of a strategic threat to Newark and other ports.
British liner Ortega reached Liverpool after being fired on by a German cruiser likely Leipzig on September 19. The ship sought shelter through an uncharted lagoon near Cape George then Smyth channel toward Punta Arenas, and was later identified as British near the equator. A separate item notes Earl Roberts raising a fund to aid Indian forces with warm clothing and Christmas gifts for soldiers.
Bingham defeats Kig College 7 at Bristol Tenn as Paigham School team of Aghext overcame Wig College eleven fe to.
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