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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1914
Page
7
British officials report ongoing siege actions on the Aisne with no definite results. Sir John French, commander of the BEF, prepares for renewed movement while Paris officials offer cautious statements and little clarity on recent events.
The twenty fifth day of the Aisne battle yields scant front news as British and French lines hold under German pressure. Paris dispatches show limited reporting while Allied mobility appears to outpace German actions. Reports cite raids on German supply lines and a growing shortage of cavalry remounts as the Russian push threatens German horse sources in Hungary.
Paris reports an official communication describing a widening left flank with large German cavalry masses near Lille and Arras. It notes minor changes along the Somme and Aisne fronts, a failed attack near Lassigny, a slight British-backed advance near the Aisne, and Belgian defenses along the Rupel to Nethe line near Antwerp.
London reports an official statement claiming a complete Russian defeat at Uzsok with the combined German and Austrian armies forcing the enemy from positions in Italian Poland and Galicia. The bulletin, relayed via Reuters from Vienna through Amsterdam, describes the favorable situation for German and Austro forces.
A notice asks customers to call 3330 if a paper is not delivered by 6 o'clock due to carrier error or other causes and to expect a copy sent. If not resolved after 6 30 p m, call No 2.
In the Carpathian mountains, Russians have been completely beaten at Uzsok pass, while Loostow and Kiimontan move toward the Vistula river. The report highlights an apparent Russian setback and advancing forces in the region.
Peking China October 6 7 14 p m A German report from Tsing Tan says in a Friday night sortie Germans lost one killed three wounded and 25 are missing The British battleship Triumph aided bombardment of Tsing Tau A German torpedo boat Jaguar was slightly damaged A rail line along Shantung province saw orders to destroy bridges and stations Chinese board of communications blocked transfer of rolling stock Russian capital is sought for Chinese railroad Yarbin to Klagoviesttehrashk with a branch to Tsitsikhar in Manchuria.
Berlin reports in its dispatch that Germany holds about 240 900 prisoners of war, with roughly 7 0110 British 40 000 Bulgarians and the rest French. The prisoners have been used for manual labor so far and may be employed to drain swamps and repair roads. Corina, miaren of Havana cigars, (advertisement).
Reports from the border say Private Lae Roy Bradford of Troop 9, Tenth U.S. Cavalry, was wounded in the breast by a stray Mexican bullet as General Hill’s forces defended Naco Sonora. Two other U.S. soldiers and a boy were hit, with horses also shot, as cross-border fire intensified around the Naco area.
Paris and Parisian papers print dispatches praising prayers for peace. Commentaries urge nations to emulate the United States in showing faith in God and confidence in the republic. Libre Parole and Gaulois discuss the impact of Wilson's example on France.
Washington Oct 4 Democrats in the senate finance committee voted to place stamp taxes on proprietary medicines perfumed and chewing gum into the war revenue bill to raise revenue by millions. A graduated stamp tax would apply to many items including pills powders tonics and cosmetics with rates starting one eighth of a cent to five eighths of a cent and 4 cents per box for chewing gum. passenger automobiles taxed at 50 cents per horsepower. small wine taxes and an amusement levy up to 19 dollars with multiple exemptions.
Copenhagen dispatch to Daily News cites Nord Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung on German forces in the Vosges frontier zone. Officers and soldiers fight day and night for seven days in water filled trenches amid difficult terrain. German troops show no rest, while French positions remain strong and guns hard to shift. Army chaplains accompany troops and hold services at the front. Bad weather hinders reconnaissance and combat operations.
The recently appointed American ambassador to Russia, Vos, sails from London for Petrograd after a stop in Germany. He plans to travel via Copenhagen and Stockholm to reach Petrograd, with a special leave arranged in advance.
Anne Morgan Home recounts her wartime journey through war torn France accompanying Miss Morgan and others. She describes villages destroyed by German forces near the Marne, civilians reacting with courage, and the French people bearing hardships as soldiers and authorities requisition horses and supplies.
Des Moines hosts the Iowa Press and Authors' home gathering with authors from Lue wa and others arriving Sunday. Notables like Mrs Raydall Parrish Hamlin Garland Emerson Waugh and Carl Rawson of Minneapolis registered at the Chamberlain, while hotels report full bookings for the event.
Washington reports the Japanese have landed on Dajuji Island in the Marshall Islands, seen as part of broader pledges and to protect commerce. Officials believe Germany use of the area as a supply base is compromised, and evacuat ion by Japan is expected with possible cruiser guard or transfer to British control.
Twenty four American nurses and doctors, members of the Red Cross, arrive in Stockholm on the way to Petrograd for service in Russia. The party will proceed tomorrow to Raumo, Minkand, as Swedish press praise their ambulance equipment.
Allied confidence remains high in the major action north of the Oise as French and British forces push forward. The article notes French terrain familiarity giving edge in marshy ground near the Petit Morin and describes weather and tactical nuances, with a 50 architect and 3,000 workers ready to repair zone damage and a debate at the Institute of France over German associates.
At the first rehearsal of the Symphony Society of New York orchestra led by conductor Walter Damresth, 13 nationality musicians were urged to set aside arguments and remember they are all Americans. They were reminded that patriotism, bravery, culture, and civilization are not confined to birth nations, and to be thankful for living in a peaceful country.
Mrs. T. A. Donahoe died at 8 AM after complications in childbirth. Doctors performed a Caesarian section, and a daughter was born alive with Dr. Mack attributing the birth to artificial respiration. The mother, 47, was born in Chicago. The operation, rarely performed successfully, occurred at 2817 California Street.
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