Second Attack of Sea Raiders Is Successful
Petrograd reports a German submarine torpedoed the Russian cruiser Pallada in the Baltic on October 11, causing her to sink with all hands after earlier attacks on Admiral Makarov and Bayan. The Baltic patrols engaged submarines on October 10 and 11, but Pallada went down despite counterfire.
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Battles Near Coast as Armies Recast Positions
War brief notes a shift with Russians countering Austrians at Przemysl and reports of Russian retreat from the siege, amid censor constraints. A Petrograd claim of strategic redeployment signals a new line while Antwerp actions and aerial raids spur recruitment.
History's Greatest Crime Chronicle Fragment
Fragmentary OCR from a London report cites Lord Jurgen of Ke Miestan addressing Harrow staff about Germans toward Belgium. The piece mentions SOE and a bloodstained plot, with references to pacification and future attempts, but the text is garbled and several names and events are unclear.
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Guard Over War Autos in Early Battle Dispatch
Fragmentary wartime report describes several companies operating trucks for warfare and ambush roles. It notes reontis pees and preparations tied to battle readiness, with mentions of supply, tactics, and potential carnage in later operations.
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Tellow
Shine
Masked Men Kill Prisoner Before World Series Game
Report from the stadium area describes masked men killing a prisoner and forcing Brester from Moallisv to a nearby position. The assailants then abducted Cuzza O and billed Ciaéee. the incident occurred moments before today's World Series Game at 2. theater.
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Kaiser Talks of New European Map and Victory
Rome reports the Kaiser and the German chancellor, amid war triumphalism, confident of victory. Von Behr says Kaiser is in high spirits with eyes shining. He addressed troops promising return home as leaves fall, and discussed redrawing Europe after the war.
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Germans Renew Attack on Rheims and Antwerp Forts
Berlin official report says Antwerp fell with 10 forts blown, 13,000 English fled to Holland, Belgians 20,000 prisoners. French cavalry withdrawn toward Arras as WoCvre artillery restarts Oct 11. Rheims bombardment resumes. Wilhelm promotes Prince Joachim to cavalry captain. Russian fleet sighted near Kustendje heading south.
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Antwerp Occupied Without Fight Reported
A telegraph from The Washington Post via Rotterdam cites Kaiser staff announcing Antwerp’s fall without resistance. The dispatch quotes the Kaiser’s gratitude and vows to honor God for the victory, mentioning accompanying rail and travel details and a royal message to the Baden lineage.
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English Mayor Orders Citizens To Cellars In Air Raid Alert
London Oct 12 The Gravesend mayor issued a proclamation stating the only sign of hostile aircraft near the Thames and Medway will be gunfire from defenses. People should take shelter immediately in lower rooms or cellars when firing is heard, avoiding curiosity at their own risk.
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Germans Defeat French Cavalry in Western Front
Paris reports Berlin posters warn Bel Fort civilians flee in fear of bombardment. A Taube aircraft dropped bombs on Paris as German forces claim cavalry defeats near Lille and Hazebrouck. Antwerp surrender cited, with German claims of British Marines involved and warnings to residents. Page continuation noted.
Russians Flee Before Austrians Przemysl Fort Relieved
London dispatches report Austro German forces driving Russians from Galicia and areas north of the Vistula. Many towns shifted back to Austrian control as Russians retreat toward the San. Rome dispatches note Russians abandon Przemysl siege in favor of positions to face the Austro German army. Ragusa may fall as Montenegrins close in.
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Ghent Taken as Germans Occupy Belgian City. Paris Reports Front Actions
Amsterdam dispatch says Ghent is now occupied by German forces. Violent front attacks noted with gains at several points and no losses reported. Cavalry fights near La Bassée and Vieille, with partial progress along the Aisne plateaus and Verdun area. Aisi and Ban de Sapt seen in operations. Paper advertises next Sunday's edition.
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Verdun
Braves Rally In Twelfth For 5 4 Victory Over Athletics
Gowdy becomes batting hero in a tense twelfth inning comeback as Drake Athletics errors on a bunt allow Baker to score. Pitching stumble leads to a dramatic Braves win with a two base hit igniting the late rally.
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Facts on Today s Game at Fenway Park Boston
Boston aims to prevail at Fenway Park as 2 pm start with Rudolph Gowdy behind the dish for the Red Sox and Bender Schang catching for the Phillies. Weather looks fair and conditions should favor action on the field.
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Sensational World Series Game Ends in 5-4 Braves Victory
In a 12 inning marathon at Fenway Park, the Boston Braves edged the Philadelphia Athletics 5 to 4 to claim their third straight win in the series. The dramatic, sunlit start gave way to twilight as electric signs glowed and 35,000 fans watched a tense, battle filled with crucial plays and strategy.
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Relief Urged as Brussels Starves for Food Aid
Mil lard K. Shaler, sent from London to a Brand Whitlock committee, urged immediate action by Washington to authorize shipments of cereals to Brussels via Britain and Holland. He warned Brussels’ hunger has grown desperate, and German seizure fears require a guaranteed use of aid for civilian relief. Washington reportedly awaits Germany’s reply before deciding.
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Millard K. Shaler
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