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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1914
Page
11
Paris fronts report a fierce clash turning into a frenzy as Antwerp falls and German forces transfer through Belgium to strengthen an attack on Allied lines. A Paris expert predicts Germany will fail due to lacking surprise elements amid daring troop exploits.
Paris dispatches describe a gigantic battle north of France with the Thirty second regiment of reserves marching 15 days to reach its lines. German transfers through Belgium and crossing the Nethe threaten Antwerp while battles rage along Arras Lens and across the Meuse near Verdun and St Mihiel.
Paris reports progress on the Western front with the left wing advancing in Nord near Arras while enemy cavalry actions push toward the coast. In the Somme Oise region near Rove the opposing forces remain, but French forces continue to retake areas as fighting intensifies.
If the paper fails to arrive by 6 o clock please phone 3230 for a Will copy. After 6 30 call No 2.
Berlin official statement from headquarters reports engagements on the French right wing have produced no decision. French attacks in the Argonne and Verdun area were repulsed. Antwerp attack crossed the Nethe river. Russians repulsed at Suwalki with 2,700 prisoners and nine machine guns lost. In Poland near Ivangorod, 4,800 prisoners captured.
Antwerp attacks by five army corps prompt reports that Germany plans a second line of defense from Antwerp to Brussels. The strategy would allow retreat to Mamur and Metz if the German force on the Aisne in France must withdraw.
The Interstate Commerce Commission will begin an inquiry into the financial operations of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad in Washington with Commissioner Clements presiding on October 16.
Philadelphia and Boston hungry for the world series as fans queued for tickets at Shibe park amid rain. Speculators reaped profits while arrests were made. Connie Mack and George Stallings voiced confidence in their lineups. Ender and Rudolph expected to start for the Athletics and Braves respectively as teams prepared for opening game and final workouts.
A tumultuous booster luncheon at the Pythian temple ends in a brawl between L B Cass and Oliver Trumbauer after personal insults. Tables overturned and injuries reported as Cedar Valley guests from Cedar Rapids Waterloo and surrounding towns witness the melee. The Cedar Valley Bugle later circulates extra editions relaying the incident.
After a brief lull at midnight Gov Maytorena renewed assault on the Carrausza garrison in Narco Sonora. Gen Benjamin Hill defending the town prepared to retreat into American territory as rifle fire increased and protests rose to Mexican commanders. Maytorena warned he would not fully control Yaqui Indians who largely compose his forces.
A special Cedar Valley business men’s train from Cedar Rapids Center Point Urbana Brandon La Porte City Gilbertville arrived in Waterloo at 12 45 pm for a big luncheon. Delegates were welcomed by local leaders and a large crowd, with speeches from area mayors and officials. The Waterloo Board of Trade organized the event and distributed new Waterloo Cedar Valley Bugle issues. The trip included a tour of local sites and a return journey at 4 30 pm.
Reports from Antwerp describe a Zeppelin bombardment causing civilian panic, with many killed and homes destroyed. People flooded to cellars and shelters while rescue and evacuation efforts began, and Belgian troops prepared to defend the city as Dutch shelters were sought.
London reports Belgian troops successfully repelling a German crossing attempt on the Scheldt near Schoonaerde Termonde. German artillery and river crossing efforts caused Belgian withdrawals to trenches 500 yards back, with notable losses and heavy ground marsh conditions. Belgian guns later blocked the river and held a key position despite fierce counterfire.
A German aeroplane over Paris Aubervilliers and Saint Denis dropped two bombs early this morning. One bomb wounded three people while the other caused no injury. Meanwhile Canadian troops arrived in home waters as Allied reports note 100000 fugitives from Antwerp in Holland.
Telegraphs report the Belgian government relocated from Antwerp to Ostend as German bombardment of Antwerp escalates. Ministers arrive at Ostend with ministry personnel. Skirmishes erupt around Ypres and Ghent corridors as German forces press forts and besieging troops march from Metz to Courtrai.
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