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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1914
Page
8
Since Saturday no German gain recorded in West Flanders where flat terrain limits trenches. The German advance toward Paris is marked by heavy man power as troops repeat large sacrifices to push the offensive in France.
The German push in upper Belgium shows heavy casualties and slow gains as British and Belgian defenses dig in with ships backing. Observers say a successful drive toward Calais could decide Germanys plan to harass England, while failure may trigger another retreat. News on Zeppelin threats and British naval gauntlet amplifies the uncertainty.
The report from Vienna via Rotterdam and London dated October 27 describes ongoing battles in Galicia with Allied lines holding near Stry and Sambor. Russian forces are reportedly engaged, with Austrian offensives beyond the Carpathians drawing reinforcements. Violence continues along the San River toward Przemysl and Ivangorod, while Paris notes spirited fighting from Yser to Lens and successful Allied advances near Ypres and Roulers. The San front shows intensified Russian activity as the situation remains unsettled.
An official Austrian war bulletin issued in Berlin reports Austrian and German forces holding strong positions on the fronts. The dispatch mentions ongoing operations in the region with emphasis on successful advances and strategic footholds. Further details were not released in the published lines.
Washington reports that the Mexican national convention at Aguas Calientes may accept Carranza’s resignation as first chief. Generals Obregon Chae and Castro returned from Mexico City with optimistic outlook, Zapata delegates arrive, Villa faction appears to gain influence, and Villareal may be chosen provisional president with assurances from Villa and Zapata on supporting the provisional government.
Nearly a hundred Iowa laundermen gather at Hotel Russell-Lamson Waterloo for a three day semi annual convention. President Joseph Erwin presides as reports and new member admissions lead to papers on ventilation cost accounting and pure fabric. Notable attendees include J Clair Stone and Fred V Sherman with a banquet and theatre events planned.
Berlin reports General von Moltke, chief of the German General Staff, is ill with a liver complaint though not a cause for anxiety. General von Halkenkampf temporarily takes his place as minister of war. Lieutenant Weddigen of U 8 receives the Pour le Merite. Rumors of German troop movements in Austria are officially denied. Madrid says French casualties exceed 400,000 due to illness and incapacity. Russia contemplates expropriating German and Austrian property in frontier provinces.
A severe earthquake was felt in Florence today causing panic among residents but resulting in little damage. The tremor struck the city around 1:10 p m and was reported from via Rome. Local officials advised caution as aftershocks were possible.
Wireless and naval officials report a suspected engagement last night off the Virginia capes about 240 miles south of Scotland with four battleships and 14 destroyers at battle practice nearby. Authorities say no European fleet battle occurred though firing sounds and flares were noted from the American squadron.
Washington D C October 27 The white clothing long the ideal naval costume in tropical countries is unsuitable in the tropics a report to the Surgeon general by Assistant Surgeon mentions that white clothing and especially white hats can be penetrated by the sun and recommends khaki or neutral clothing for landing parties aboard Navy ships.
Fragmentary AP dispatch reports Gen. Villa accused of hiring an assassin in Texas. Notes suggest a high level intrigue with agents and officials. unclear details due to damaged text and garbled names.
Oct 27 dispatch from New Orleans reports a massive shipment of flour bound for the Netherlands government. About 146 carloads containing 4,722,000 pounds arrived with another equal amount to begin transit, all to be sent on Holland America Line ships.
A Webster City injury case resulted in a 25000 verdict for FC Weber after a water heater exploded in a city power plant causing severe scalding. The award, enhanced to 28500 with interest, was described as one of the largest personal injury awards in the state and is to be appealed.
Rome reports official German losses averaging 10,000 men daily in killed and wounded. Most wounded are slightly or not gravely hurt, with 70 to 80 percent returning to the ranks after a relatively short recovery period.
Oct 27 St Johns German crewmen aboard the American tug Security owned by Standard Oil were boarded by eight men from the 62d regiment. Four crew members were removed. one naturalized citizen released, three Germans detained. Washington says British authority to remove German subjects from neutral ships in British harbors is conceded. no protest expected.
Washington Oct 27 prominent Methodists from across the country gathered to launch a campaign to raise 5 600 000 for superannuated Methodist clergymen. Sessions run through Thursday with appeals from conference leaders for 6 300 incapacitated ministers widows and orphans of deceased clergy support ongoing through the week.
Reports from Oct. 25 to 27 describe Belgian defenders at Furnes resisting German artillery and infantry assaults with machine gun fire, the Allies gaining some advantage in Oct. 26 duels, and German attempts repelled with heavy losses. Senator Emile Raymond died after his aircraft was shot down, with a final reconnaissance report aiding French commanders.
Two thousand refugees from Calais fleeing a possible German advance have arrived in Havre and were distributed to towns across central and northern France, per a Reuters dispatch.
The Courier announces its annual Improvement Number to be published in the late December issue. The extra edition is highly sought after by residents and collectors for its comprehensive history of Waterloo’s progress and welfare.
In Royalton near St Louis, 800 workers started the shift when an explosion tore through the Mitchell coal mine. About 100 escaped, 80 bodies pulled to the surface, over 200 more believed trapped as flames cut off escape routes. Rescue attempts were hampered by fire. a Benton Indiana rescue car with oxygen aided later searches. The mine, operated by Franklin County Coal Co, employed 372 workers. explosion location was in the northwest corner.
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