Riga in New Peril Grodno Forts Fall
London dispatch reports German forces breached the Lannewada bridgehead on the Dvina near Friedrichstadt and Riga. Grodno fell after street fighting, with 400 prisoners taken. Russians defend Dvina while center army retreats, Austrian German push in Galicia continues, and Roumanian options loom amid questions of a broader offensive. Now on sale: Touring book for the automobile era.
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Washington Post
TurK chiefs worry over war's result
A Bucharest dated dispatch reports Constantinople doubts about final German victory and weighs consequences of defeat. It notes Greeks and Bulgarians will be treated with care, foreigners watched, and German artillery officers failing to train Turkish replacements. Bulgaria may reject the agreement, raising fears of halted munition transit. London reports Roumania blocked ceresa export and gold transit, hurting Germany's ability to send funds to Turkey.
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Fire Near Brownsville Airs Up Drill Attack on US Plane
United States Army aviators come under fire near Brownsville as Mexican bandits shoot at an aircraft over the Rio Grande. No U S casualties reported after the engagement. pilots landed unaware they had been fired on. A detachment of the Twelfth Cavalry killed one bandit and captured three others north of here. Additional Mexican raiders are being pursued. six more bandits killed in separate clashes. Nearby Encinal residents arm themselves over threats of raid. A U S telegram confirms Earl Donaldson, kidnapped and killed near Browneville, with possible larger Mexican losses.
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Von Hindenburg Hunting Near Historic Battle Fields
Berlin reports Field Marshal von Hindenburg took a day from his credient campaign to deer hunt at Schippenhefl East Prussia near Tannenberg and the Mazurian Lakes. He was joined by Prince Dohna Schlochten and Count Doanhoff, hunting in the forest of the Countess of BaceHoaNE.
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Allies Press Trade Talks In London Ambiguity
Ambassadors inquiry on shipments from neutral ports stalled as Britain and France confer on trade orders and potential relaxations. State Department notes confusion among importers over permits and Rotterdam holdings, with Page awaiting a formal British reply and further guidance on unofficial channels.
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British Transport Sunk Off Dardanelles With All Hands Lost
Berlin reports a British transport struck a mine near the Dardanelles and sank with 1,270 aboard, including 20 officers and 1,260 soldiers. Dispatches say 600 bodies have been recovered, and it is unclear if this refers to the Royal Edward sinking or another transport. The August 17 British claim noted about 600 drowned out of 1,860 troops aboard.
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French Aviator Bertin Recovers Comrade Behind Enemy Lines
Paris reports Adjt Bertin of the French aviation corps cited in the orders and awarded the Legion of Honor for plucking Adjt Boyer from behind German lines. Bertin landed beyond Boyer and, under heavy fire, ferried his wounded comrade back as Boyer set fire to his burning aircraft after an accident.
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Submarine Losses Reported by British Chief
Washington dispatch cites Field Marshal Sir John French letter claiming Germany has lost at least fifty submarines since the war began. Letter notes nine launched since July and suggests French’s figure reflects major Allied success against U boats. The claim ties German morale shift to sub fleet declines and cites French, French sources, and naval experts.
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German Schools in Warsaw Restore Church Property
News from Warsaw reports a city school committee has introduced compulsory schooling for children, modeled on German methods. The Overseas News Agency says the government has restored to the Roman Catholic clergy property confiscated in 1863 by Russia.
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Berlin Pension Bill Reveals Large War Year Expenditures
Berlin reports show municipal administration spent about 6,000,990 marks equal to 13,750,000 dollars on soldiers families relief during the war year. The Overseas News Agency notes this substantial sum covered welfare acts and related expenses, excluding administration costs.
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Mohr Mystery Deepens In Providence Slaying Case
Providence September reports confirm Mrs Elizabeth Blair Mohr faces jealousy fueled murder charges. Attorney Arthur Cushing signals a likely not guilty plea on September 16 as detectives question three colored men whose confessions may not stand in Rhode Island law. Dr C Franklin Mohr’s secretary G Burger remains hospitalized after a drive by shooting.
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French Marine Aviation Progress Across Fronts
The French ministry of marine reports sustained progress of naval air squadrons since hostilities began. Operations extend from France to Egypt, the Syrian coast, and the Adriatic, with actions in the Gulf of Trieste and bombardment efforts along the Belgian coast. Aviators conducted night bombing of German naval bases and ships, despite heavy resistance and some losses, while hydroplane units saw activity around Venice and battles with Austrian craft.
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Bailey to Run for Senate in Texas
Fort Worth reports that U S Senator Joseph W Bailey announced at Hillsboro he will seek the next senate race. He called socialism the menace of the hour and reaffirmed his support for woman suffrage. He urged Congress to stop cotton exports to England while cotton is contraband.
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Seved by U S Cruiser Taken From Palestine
A United States cruiser arrives with a group reportedly rescued from Palestine and brought into Crete. The report notes they landed within a Cretean city and arrived today. Further details on identity and destination were not immediately available.
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British Seek Temporary Loan to Steady Exchange
New York reports Britain borrowed 50 to 100 million dollars temporarily to steady sterling and bolster the exchange rate until British commissioners arrive for negotiations toward a larger credit. Market opened with sterling up as high as 16 cents, closing around 4.67.
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British Gold Shipment to Pass Through Bangor Next Week
Reports say about 40 million dollars in British gold will move from Halifax to New York by express, likely aboard a fast British battle cruiser. The shipment may also carry British delegates to a New York conference on stabilizing foreign exchange rates. Details remain unavailable.
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British Peace Terms Denied by London Officials
London authorities deny any step toward peace with Germany and say no separate peace will be entertained. Officials note Asquith's terms, Belgium's restoration, and French safety as irreducible minimums, while refusing to discuss Cardinal Gibbons’ Washington visit.
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British Free 500 UV. 8. BOYS Discharged Underage US Recruits
More than 600 American boys under eighteen have been discharged from the British army at the State Department's request. Many went to Canada and misrepresented ages to recruiters. Peter Dougal of Minnesota reenlisted after a discharge. The Walsh twins of Boston, age fifteen, enlisted twice and were found at Salisbury Plain about to sail for France.
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Turkish purge cut off cuts to main line in wallipolis clash
Paris reports contingent amid Turkish forces cut off on the Wallipolis line. An Athens dispatch via the Fourinler agency says allied surroundment tightens, with significant curtailment of Turkish actions.
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