Decisive Battle Near Verduin Frontiers Promised
German troops may repeat 1870 coup to drive French army into Switzerland and swing around to booth. Aimed at paralyzing blow to France and enabling Paris investment, crushing Allies by sheer numbers.
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Emperor William Inspects Army Operations At Wartime Front
London reports a great battle seeming to unfold at Verdun as German forces maneuver to envelop French positions near Toul Epinal and Meuse defenses. Emperor William is said to be observing nearby operations while North Sea mines threaten maritime routes possibly closing the sea to shipping at night.
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Germans Crown Dykes Opened in Termonde Fight
Telegraphed dispatch from Ostend via Reuters reports German casualties around Termonde near Ghent estimated at 6000. Floodwaters after dykes breached drowned some German troops and destroyed guns. Germans advance north of Ghent between Ghent and Antwerp, telegraph and rail services disrupted, Ostend hotels closed. Belgian cyclists and gendarmes fought near Cordegem, a Belgian major was killed.
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Antwerp
Cordegem
Germans' Backs to Paris in Eastern Front Skirmish
German forces in the eastern area near Paris have their backs to the capital as French troops harass their march. French shelling continuously strikes the German rear, while fighting continues to the east and northeast of Paris.
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Paris
Six hundred Germans Captured On Dutch Steamer Tambora
Brest telegraph reports that six hundred Germans were captured on the Dutch steamer Tambora bound from Batavia via Paris to Rotterdam. Included are 32 officers and doctors held at Chateau Brest prison. The Tambora departed Batavia July 30 for Rotterdam. Ernest Barry defeated James Paddon by four lengths to win the Thames world sculling title and a $5,000 stake. Ad notes a 10¢ Havana cigar.
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James Paddon
Battle line of 120 miles near Paris shifts eastward
Paris reports a general action underway from Nanteuil le Haudouin to Verdun with troops advancing through Meaux Sezanne and Vitry le François. German forces reportedly retired after heavy pressure aided by British units as Austrian forces around Lemberg Galivia faced destruction. The line spans about 120 miles from Nanteuil le Haudouin to Verdun, with Nanteuil located northeast of Paris and southeast of Senlis.
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Vitry le Francois
Coulommiers
Li Verte Gaucher
Lemberg
Galivia
Nanteuil le Haudouin
Senlis
Nanteil le Waudonin
Verdin
Wilson to stay in Washington for serious wartime work
President Wilson will not campaign this year to aid a Democratic House, citing the need to handle looming wartime obligations. In a letter to Representative Doremus he stresses remaining in the capital to address duties of the months ahead. He urges party leaders to serve liberty and peace without personal conflict, calling the era one of destiny for the United States and other nations.
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Wilson
Democratic House of Representatives
Doremus
Michigan
Democratic National Committee
United States
Pope Benedict Crowned in Solemn Ceremony
Rome Sept 7 pope Benedict XV was crowned in a solemn Sistine chapel ceremony attended by the pontifical court Roman aristocracy and the pope’s family. He sat in the sedia gestatoria as sixty cardinals and officials bore the triple crown and feather fans. The ceremony drew loud acclaim and later the pope held private audiences with Cardinals Gibbons Farley and O Connell and American friends.
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Ernest of Lippe Killed in German Family Tragedy
German papers report Prince Ernest of Lippe nephew of Prince Leopold IV killed. This marks the third casualty in Prince Leopold IV’s family circle as of Sept. 7 in London.
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London
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Lippe
Leopold
Stefansson Marooned Off Herschell Island
Winnipeg, Sept 7. Canadian explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson is marooned on the ice off Herschell Island, according to Rev. W. I. Fry who has returned from Kittigavik. Stefansson is reported not in immediate danger.
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Herschell Island
W. I. Fry
Kittigagivit
Stefansson
German Armies Keep Up North South Movement
Washington reports from Bordeaux say the German armies continue a north south movement. The first army bases include Coutommiers and Epernay with attacks at Saint Scupplets on the river Qureq. Senlis evacuated. second army advances Mont Virail to Chealons. third and fourth on Chalons to Russy road. Fifth army line along Possesse Traincourt Thiancourt toward Argonne. twentieth Korps at Gerbervillers against the sixth army.
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Qureq
Senlis
Mont Virail
Chealons
Chalons
Russy
Possesse
Traincourt
Thiancourt
Argonne
Korps
Gerbervillers
Paris and London War Bulletins Report Shifting Fronts
Telegrams from Paris London and Washington detail Austrian losses near Krasnoseedow and retreats in the Lublin region, German Empress reportedly heading for Danzig, heavy troop and fortification movements around Paris, a German officer arrested near Carybeil, and political prisoners released in Lemberg as British naval events unfold with a sinking and survivor reports.
Banquet for David Fox Before His European War Journey
At James Greg's home 224 Sullivan Avenue twelve friends gathered to bid David Fox safe passage to Chicago and onto Canada to join a regiment bound for Europe. They accompanied him to the Union Station for departure.
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Sullivan Avenue
David Fox
Chicago
Canada
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Grege
Hind
Union Statin
Birth of Star Spangled Banner Observed in Baltimore
National celebration marks the Star Spangled Banner centennial with events September 6 to 13 in Baltimore. President Wilson and former Presidents Taft and Roosevelt head a guest list as governors and mayors join a parade, tournament, carnival, and public tribute at Fort McHenry featuring 6,600 children and an address by the president.
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United States
Wilson
Taft
Roosevelt
AML
Preston
Comamisson
Equ
Franaly Scott
Fort McHenry
Russians Glam Way Almost Open to Berlin
London dated Sept 7 report from Petrovgrad cites a Russian battle just begun that could overthrow Austrian forces and open the road to Berlin. The Times correspondent notes the outlook is promising though final overthrow may take days with efforts by enemy divisions and German corps. Russian troops have been disembarked at Allenstein as reconnaissance by cavalry continues.
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Times
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Lemberg
Berlin
Geran
Allenstein
Italian Socialists Favor the Entente
Paris reports that Italian Socialist reformists meeting in Rome last night adopted resolutions endorsing Italian neutrality in the war. They argue an Entente victory would bring universal adjustment and economic benefits, while Britain and France would secure Balkan influence and Italian predominance in Balkan affairs.
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Thetale
Jan Socialist Reform Party
Britain
France
President Wilson Prays Goale Labor Day Golf Outing
Washington reports President Wilson spent Labor Day at golf and in a car outing. He departed the White House before breakfast with Dr Grayson, his aide, for a round of golf.
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White House
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Austrians Must Surrender Przemysl Fortress
London reports say Russian troops nearly encircle Przemysl in Galicia, a key fortress 50 miles west of Lemberg. Its fall would clear the path for a Russian westward advance toward Prussian frontier, threatening Austrian defenses.
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Przemss
Lemberg
Galicia
American Boat Held a Prize at Kong Kong
A Chinese port report states prizes arrived including the American star Wanamol and German ships Paklat Frisia and Rajaburi. The Paklat crew allegedly threatened German rivals with revolvers to secure votes while attempting to disable engines. The Hiammet carries Sith tons and is owned by W. Katy. Frisia is 8,100 tons. Rajaburi 1,189 tons. Paklat 1,287 tons. The Hiammet and Frisia were previously reported as seized. The Thimamet allegedly carries contraband and its owner appealed to the Americas rousal at Bhanghal for a demnidcation.
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China
Tong Kang
Wanamol
Paklat
Frisia
Rajaburi
Hiammet
Sith
W. Katy
Shavshai Phe Paklat
Rajaturi
Norti German Lloyd
Tae
Americas Rousal
Bhanghal
Workers Parade In Waterloo Labor Day Celebration
Labor Day events in Waterloo featured a morning parade led by A. L. Bradley and the Waterloo Military band, followed by a Cedar River park picnic, a Rev C L Moore address on labor, and evening dances. refugees from Europe spoke of relief efforts and transport limits as the American relief committee distributed funds for meals and aid.
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A. L. Bradley
Waterloo
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C. L. Moore
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Moore
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United States
Europe
Wilson Demands End to Colorado Coal Strike
President Wilson sent letters to Colorado coal miners and operators urging an end to the long dispute. He addressed heads of mining companies and United Mine Workers officials as two mediators fail to reach a settlement. federal troops remain on duty, reflecting government interest in the conflict.
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United Mine Workers of America
Vaughan and Ryan In Fatal Dubuque Street Fight
Albert Vaughan is dead after a fist fight on Main Street in Dubuque. William Ryan is held on murder charges, claiming self defense. Vaughan, son of a pioneer, and Ryan, son of former police chief Dennis Ryan, were longtime acquaintances. Ryan learned of Vaughan’s death only after police ar rived at his home.
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Thunderstorms Forecast Then Cooler Weather Across Regions
The weather bureau reports generally fair skies with seasonable temperatures in the near term. A disturbance will cross the country starting in the far west Monday or Tuesday and move eastward to the middle west by Wednesday or Thursday, bringing showers and thunderstorms followed by notably cooler air.
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D. C
Weather Bureau
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Middle West
Labor Day Quiet in New York as Parade Is Canceled
New York on Labor Day observed the holiday without official programs. Plans for the usual parade were abandoned due to the European war, leaving the city with an unusually quiet celebration.
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