Antwerp Under Siege by Airships and Four Armies
Allied forces push toward Belgium as Antwerp endures heavy bombardment from zeppelins and siege guns. Five German corps launch major assault while the King of the Belgians leads volunteers to defend the crucial port amid damaged stations, a burning palace of justice, and civilian refugees.
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Italian scientist turns down German radio offer
The German government offered Prof Argentr to acquire his pocket radiotelegraph system. He refused, preferring service to his own government. He demonstrated the device before a commission and will lecture soon on his work. The apparatus costs under 3 and can intercept messages from a distance of 730 miles from Avpualla.
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Czar Visits Ossowiec Fortress After German Assault
From Petrograd reports the Emperor Nicholas visited Ossowiec fortress to personally thank its brave defenders for their conduct during the German attack. The Morning Post correspondent notes the defense was praised for valor and discipline amid the siege on the frontier fort.
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Essad Pasha Moves Toward Scutari Amid War Claims
The Washington Post reports Essad Pasha left Liwagzze marching on Scutari with armed followers. A secret Montenegrin accord reportedly half relinquishes Seculari claims if Albanians join Montenegro against Austria. French Col. Marceau of Fasholda fame reportedly wounded by shell fragment in leg.
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Antwerp Stronghold With Forts Encircling City
Antwerp sits encircled by a two ring of forts and redoubts guarding a population around 320 650 prior to siege. Inner forts lie within miles of the wharves and notable buildings include the Cathedral begun 1352 the Exchange Hotel de Ville Palais de Justice and the Royal Palace.
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Cavalry Clash on Belgian Border Delivers Stiff Opposition
From the battle front near Belgium the Germans and allies clash on the frontier maneuvering to outflank each other. The German reserves push repeatedly but face equal Allied forces as near Lille Mentieres the terrain aids cavalry while marshy ground stalls further north. Allied leaders stay ready for any offensive and near Roye artillery and infantry engage with unsettled lines along the front.
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France Buys 600 Trucks in U S Seeks 1400 More Motors Cars
Bethlehem Virginia report says Bethlehem Steel Company acting as purchasing agent for the French government placed an order with a Cleveland automobile concern for HX motor trucks for the French army in the European war. An additional 400 trucks have not yet been placed and bids are being sought for 1000 touring cars of five and seven passenger size for the French government through Bethlehem Steel.
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Plans A Cotton Pact to Save British Mills
Sir Charles Wright Macara urged a joint British American effort to buy and store surplus U S cotton. He warned continued price uncertainty after Continental market cuts would close Lancashire mills and ruin American cotton planters. A cotton reserve could steady prices, protect workers, and avert disaster for the global cotton trade. World Series game today at 2:00 at Columbia Theater. Diamond scoreboard seats adv.
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Man on Frontline Describes Mons Battle with French Red Cross
Dr. Neville Monroe Hopkins of Bancroft Place gives a vivid account of the Mons engagement while serving with the French army Red Cross. He says artillery and shrapnel created unbearable noise and destruction as cavalry fought. He arrived in New York yesterday aboard the Kroonland after returning from Liverpool via Moscow.
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Belgians Battle With Desperation In Antwerp Zone
Berlin reports fierce fighting near Antwerp as Belgian field army concentrates in the district between Antwerp Jierre and the Scheldt. German offensives target the city with bombardment and delayed decision in France. Russian prisoners and guns taken in Suwalki and Poland amid reports of Tsingtau defense.
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Russian Reports Challenge German Claims On War Fronts
Petrograd dispatches report renewed fighting on the East Prussian frontier with German reinforcements repulsed near Wirballen and Philipoff. Russian troops seize Kamenka and Biala, surround a German detachment, and claim progress near Przemysl. Vienna dispatches claim Russian advances in Bukowina and Galicia, while Budapest notes Austro-Hungarian setbacks and a Czech battalion destroyed in fighting near Marmarus Sziget.
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Watch Post Scoreboard For Opening Of World’s Series
The Post will operate its scoreboard for the opening World Series with direct wires to the scene and a large staff to report each play. Washington fans are invited to follow the games from The Post building, with extensive coverage and daily updates.
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Germans Move Back North of Arras in Counteroffensive
Paris reports a cautiously optimistic official dispatch from the French general staff. German reinforcements on the Lille frontier show no advance and some sectors have shifted north of Arras. Allied cavalry push toward the North Sea while centers near Rheims Meuse remain on hold. German efforts focus around Verdun and St Mihiel as the Meuse heights remain contested.
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Pistol Feud Tangles Politicians and Detectives in Chicago
In a downtown Chicago clash resembling the Rosenthal case a gunman fired at Bertsche and detectives. Nathan Spira, linked to an arson ring, is critically wounded below the heart. Bertsche is shot through the right lung but expected to recover. Two detectives, a Bertsche associate, and a clerk wounded lightly, with recoveries anticipated. State's Attorney Maclay Hoyne opens an independent probe amid alleged police ties to criminals. A gunman named Kelly is said to have fired to foil Bertsche before a crime investigation committee. The incident threads through city politics and law enforcement.
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Still Hold St Mihiel As German positions shift
German withdrawal north of Hottenchatel leaves St Mihiel and forts Ramains and Paroches in French control but German attempts to push rearguard actions along the Meuse face setbacks. Paris reports heavy fighting near Roye with a stationary overall line as Allied gains are recaptured in places while German right wing actions offer no decisive result.
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