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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1914
Page
7
Reported clash along the Lille to Belgian coast front marks the greatest struggle of the war with both sides acknowledging its decisive potential. Allied and German command emphasize the campaign as the decisive test of German operations in France and the invaders’ supreme effort to break the Allied line.
Reports from London on October 24 describe German reinforcements of about 500000 to the right wing and increased use of Zeppelins and aircraft. British, French, and Belgian forces reportedly push toward Ostend while Russians gain leverage in the east. Notes mention Verdun sorties, Antwerp and Brussels troop movements, and ongoing artillery duels along the Belgian coast. The French ship Marie Henriette carrying wounded is reported ashore near Cape Harfleur with a French rescue effort underway.
Washington reports the battle continues on our left as German forces make progress north of Dixmude and near Lachasse while French advances occur east of Nieuport in Lange region. War department notes sickness rose to 1.87 percent in the army and 1.79 percent in the marines for the week ending Oct 21, with 70 Marines sick.
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Berlin reports via wireless that Italy's Socialist party backs neutrality. The Manchester Guardian notes letters from British women saying they were well treated in Germany. POWs are well treated amid shop looting in London. The Russian Socialist leader cites risks for a pro-Democratic shift. The London Economist says half a million British workers are unemployed in shipbuilding. Papolo Romano cites German army strength at 5 million trained soldiers and 4.6 million recruits.
Iowa City Oct 24 Town team optimistic about health after scrimmage injuries Garretson Willis and Carberry to play if possible Minnesota favored to win viewed as a test for Big Nine title hopes The lineup lists Gunderson Jacobsen Denfo Houghton Brueckner Kirk Carberry Grogs Kerwick Willis Parsons Scholtes Erdall Bierman Solon Hamilton Townley Scholars Aaron
Madrid via Paris Oct 24 11 49 am a son born to Queen Victoria of Spain. This child is the queen’s sixth, with three sons and two daughters among the siblings.
The Grundy Black Hawk district candidate H W Grout is praised for leadingly trimming a board of control bill. He and fellow committee member Wm Larrabee redirected a contentious appropriation, saving Iowa taxpayers over one million dollars while denying excessive state spending.
The Carman murder trial in Mineata gets closer to a verdict as witnesses testifying and medical evidence are presented. Bloodhounds traced a trail from the Carman residence while Rudolph Loewe and others describe seeing a man flee and a doctor with a victim in his office.
Petrograd reports official confirmation of Count Thomas Potocki's death by shooting after occupation fighting near the Vistula. The Russian general staff states Austrians and Germans suffer heavy losses as Russians advance and capture officers and men along the San river area.
Reports from Bombay and Calcutta around October 2 suggest a rumor that the German cruiser Emden has been sunk though no solid confirmation exists. Indian shipping security calls rise due to disruptions in imports and industrial impact, with Calcutta noting heavy monthly losses in raw and manufactured goods.
A Flushing report in the Nieuwe Courant says a large explosion was heard on the Belgian coast at 7:30 Friday night followed by a second blast. Coast guards suspect the Zeeninge pier was blown up. Reports from Antwerp claim German forces plan to depart and German officers wives are ordered to leave Brussels within hours.
Congress plans an early adjournment at four oclock today as the current session winds down. Reporters note the vote on adjournment passed with support from members on both sides.
Petrogird correspondent reports soldiers near Warsawfront say Emperor William was on the field of action and narrowly escaped capture by a margin of moments. The Central News dispatch indicates cautious reports from the scene with details yet to be confirmed.
A private dispatch to the Central News reports the battle between Nieuport and Aixuande as the war’s most violent and crucial. Rappelins are said to have provided Germans notable support, intensifying the exchange.
Relief work for flood victims continued after eleven deaths along San Pedro and Alazan creeks. Two thousand homes were destroyed and property loss was placed at 150000 to 200000 dollars. Some residents remained missing and the death toll was feared to rise.
Washington October 24 The German ambassador Count von Bernstorff stated Germany would respect the Monroe doctrine regardless of the war’s outcome He said a written pledge was given to the U S state department by September 3 and later confirmed in writing amid English rumors of potential aggression in South America
A Copenhagen dispatch reports a tightening German ring around Verdun as French resistance falters. Colonel Grey, ally of the British foreign secretary, was captured near Peronne Krante after a British aeroplane was shot down by German forces and sent to Darmstadt prisoner camp.
Police Judge Meyers postponed the Webber reckless driving case due to Mrs. John Smith being unable to testify after being seriously injured. Mrs. Smith was taken to Presbyterian hospital in serious condition. Leo W. Suimeéier, former bank bookkeeper, returned from North Yakima, Washington, reporting apples of choice sell for 18 dollars per ton.
Michigan Aggies meet Nebraska of Lincoln while Minnesota faces Iowa and Wisconsin plays Ohio State in key western conference showdowns. Chicago, Minnesota, and Wisconsin bids color the chase for the title as Notre Dame faces South Dakota and other regional games populate the schedule.
London reports the Admiralty lists the officers and men of the British submarine E-3 as missing with no hope for survival. Oct 20 notes the E-2 was sunk by German warships in the North Sea. E-3 loss marks the service's first wartime submarine death. The boat, completed in 1923, carried 16 crew.
Milwaukee, Oct. 24. White socks become the trend for men and women as war limits dye supplies from Germany. Local stocking factories warn they will must switch to white footwear once current dye stocks run out.
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