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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1914
Page
7
Correspondent reports growing hope as German forces steadily close the distance between their lines and Paris fortifications while French authorities continue massive trench building and fortification work, keeping thousands occupied.
London dispatches report Paris officials weighing surrender to avoid destruction as German forces push near the capital. Wounded are moved out of Paris and residents flee south as Dieppe and other towns near Paris report German forces in the region.
Telegraph bulletin reports unconfirmed Basel message that General von Deimling and forces crossed into Switzerland to avoid capture. It cites Russian triumphs in Galicia including Lemberg and ToWaszaw, signaling potential clearance of Austrian forces from Russian Poland. German reports suggest cautious status on Prussia border as further east actions unfold.
The text notes a claim from Berne that a German force under General von Deiling sought refuge in Switzerland to avoid capture by the Freel, but warns there is no confirmation of the report.
An unidentified British official denies the government has issued an ultimatum demanding permission to move British coins up the Scheldt to Antwerp. The report notes Britain seeks to preserve Holland's neutrality as Paris dispatches from the Middle East reach Mehi change Pel.
Two German planes flying over War tis Wednesday were shot down with occupants killed. Reports from Sayville wireless mention the deaths and detail that Berdin remains staunch with Wags. Major Morant predicts rapid western army gains and possible movements toward Chalons and Verdun.
London reports from Ostend relay Budapest despair over wartime strategy. Austro Hungarian rulers face pressure to end the Servian campaign while control over Slav populations falters. Censorship suppresses news. Russians pushback weakens Austro Hungarian hopes. Weather records and daily observations follow late notices.
London dispatches report the Russian army under General Ruzsky captured Lemberg after a heavy Austrian defense near Leiberg. An Austrian force of about 200,000 men faced the Russian push, with heavy artillery losses and a strategic setback for Austria as Russian forces advance toward Galicia and Hungary. The victory is hailed as marking a major turning point in the Galicia front.
Petrograd dispatches report a major battle near Halicz with heavy casualties and shifting fronts. The Austrian and German forces clash with Russian troops as the offensive stalls and prisoners are taken amid chaotic east front fighting.
Tens of thousands of Parisians mainly women and children have used free government trains to evacuate Paris and nearby areas to the south or west. Fourteen trains of twenty five cars each are provided for noncombatants with free passage. Refugees will move today through Sunday to points outside the military zone as Paris newspapers relocate to Bordeaux.
In Detroit Michigan on September 4 veterans vote at the closing business session of the 4 heb national encampment to decide the next meeting place and elect new officers. The contest for commander in chief to replace Washington Gardner of Albion Michigan appears close and spirited. The forthcoming encampment marks Civil War field’s fiftieth anniversary and could be the veterans last gathering with parade.
Fragmented battlefield descriptions show German and Austrian positions near the Vistula and Lemberg with Russian and Serbian movements affecting the Warsaw corridor. The text notes Austro Austrian strength, Russian countermeasures, and shifting front lines as Tet and retreats shape the campaign.
President Wilson addressed Congress urging a new internal tax to provide about 309 million a year in revenue to cover a European war related deficit. He warned against borrowing or bond sales and pressed for rapid passage of an emergency tax measure, with Ways and Means to draft a bill.
The text argues for raising 106 million dollars through internal taxes to meet treasury demands and preserve fiscal strength. It urges selecting sources that yield quickly and steadily, praising congress members for their public duty and sacrifice during a long, fatigued period.
A federal grand jury returned thirty two indictments against local commission merchants and produce dealers in Washington alleging daily price fixing of foodstuffs during the European war period. Warrants issued, bail set for all defendants, under Sherman law with penalties up to $3000 fine or one year imprisonment or both.
Telegraphed from Copenhagen the Central News correspondent reports Berlin papers describe a vast battle between Rheims and Verdun. Quarters of the combatants are said to be engaged in what is called the greatest battle in history.
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