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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1914
Page
1
Reports from London and Rome indicate Italy remains neutral but mobilizes, while Britain nears full mobilization. Germany presses Belgium with a twelve hour ultimatum as Austria Hungary and Germany push toward France. Netherlands guards Limburg as Germany moves to invade. Royal and diplomatic efforts aim to sway Britain toward neutrality, with limited war movement news due to censorship.
Daily war news reports a Sunday battle between Russian and German fleets with Russians retreating to Finian lines. German forces occupy Kalisz in Poland and Arion in Belgium as Belgium rejects an ultimatum. A possible British coalition government and Kitchener's war ministry are discussed. Dowager Maria of Russia halted by Germans and sent back to London. Libau port bombarded by a German cruiser. Border clashes yield partial losses between Russia and Germany. French officers allegedly attempt to cross into Germany. French airmen engage in bombing over German soil. My and Belfort fronts see cavalry activity and attempted horse commandeering. Martial law declared in France amid mobilization.
War between powers would total about 54,125,000 daily, based on figures from Dr. Charley Dichet of the University of Paris. Estimates cover troop provisioning, feeding horses, pay, mobilization, armaments, ship movements, taxes deficit, and civilian support costs totaling 54,125,000 per day.
In a manifesto attributed to Emperor Nicholas I, he declares Russia’s mobilization after Austria-Hungary attacks Serbia and unleashes a pledge that Russians will rise as one to repel the assault. He frames the conflict as defense of Russia and faith, calls for unity, and prays for divine aid.
Western railway workers including 66,000 enginemen and firemen accept arbitration on wage disputes. Railroad managers had resisted but will consider the plan proposed by the federal mediation board. President Wilson urged a settlement for the nation's good. The federal board’s mediation plan covers wage questions with arbitration under New Tatit rules to be observed. The managers notified of the favorable outcome soon after the call.
In London a German airship and a French aeroplane clashed, both destroyed. French aviator Garros rammed the Zeppelin, plunging to earth with his machine and life. Near Wassel German troops shot a French airman as Paris reports French planes operating along Rhine bases. A French plane also bombed German lines on the frontier.
The United States government assists over 160000 Americans left without funds due to wartime stringency. Diplomatic channels relay money, embassy checks replace letters of credit, and loans are available. Secretary Bryan and President Wilson oversee measures to ensure travel home, with embassy funds and gold as potential options.
The excerpt discusses a wige'man who does not overrate money nor thirst for it. It emphasizes rightful use and prudent stewardship as essential qualities. The passage reflects on virtue in relation to wealth and the role of a respected lord or master.
Farmers report high wheat yields amid European war uncertainty. Nations’ conflict boosts domestic demand. analysts cite 69,000 bushels produced this season and optimism for an even larger harvest as corn prices stabilize and fields near harvest time. This rural update reflects the era’s wartime impact on agriculture and market mood.
Jowa Farme Bring Grundy Cantar-Johm Neihaus sold a 120 acre Lincoln township farm to Mr Johnson of Renbeck Ja for 24000 dollars about 200 dollars per acre. Neihaus had bought the farm eight months ago for 165 dollars an acre. Nethetts then bought his father's farm of 33 acres a mile west of town paying 13000 dollars about 875 dollars per acre.
Figures show Tama County grew 121,249 acres of corn last year yielding 4,904,682 bushels at about 44 bushels per acre. At 60 cents per bushel this equals nearly $3,000,000. Winter wheat averages 20 bushels per acre on about 1,000 acres and spring wheat covers about 2,200 acres.
The Western Iowa Editorial Association plans a summer meeting in Harlan with officers meeting in Council Bluffs to set the date and arrange the program and arrangements.
Farmers report shows Charles A Myer selling one hundred eighty five per acre to Adam Smeler of Early and W G Leckington selling two hundred thirty five acres to Harry Peters at one hundred seventy five per acre in a price record.
Local authorities move to clear the site after tearing down the old school building in Blockton. Crews are securing the ground for construction of a new school facility, with work expected to proceed soon under the project leadership.
Lee Hathaway, former Ridgeway Review publisher, will move to Fayette City and start a new newspaper around September 1, with L. Cole as editor. Auto Victim Sp. Dead in Dubuque Charles McDonald, 40, fatally injured after being struck by an automobile while alighting from a streetcar. died two hours later.
Bids for a new municipal lighting plant at Denison have been received and are under consideration. The Denison council reviews proposals from contractors for the erection of the plant and related infrastructure.
Fragments indicate a farming family with ties to Switzerland and Malta, mentioning years around 1071 and a life on a farm. The readable bits imply a long family history and a scattered record of births and years without complete context.
The attorney general stated he will pursue the city election fraud matter to the bottom with an open mind. He is aided by Assistant General John Pekher and Special Agent Bidwall from the Justice Department. Stillwell, a retired farmer, serves as jury foreman. this marks the AG’s third visit on the case.
Nellie L. Stewart, 18, of Polk township, daughter of Mr and Mrs William L Stewart, was accidentally shot and killed by her cousin Ed Gorman, 12, of Chicago. The boy was handling a hot iron when it discharged, striking her in the neck.
John I. Bell vice president and manager of the Marshalltown pork packing plant has retired after thirty years with Brittain & Co. He is succeeded by Av Lundham of Chicago as manager.
City officials near Ottumwa authorize street paying contracts totaling about 90000 dollars. The engineering department is instructed to prepare resolutions detailing necessity and projected costs for additional payments.
A Marshalltown group plans to take a drove of hogs and an automobile to Des Moines for the state fair. The vehicle was bought with pork profits, and the porkers will travel to the fair this year in the state capital exhibit effort.
Heat overwhelmed Fred Carpenter while tending a straw carrier on a threshing machine six miles north of here. Old settlers of Warren County plan their annual picnic at Somerset on August 12 with Governor Clarke delivering the oration. W G Simpson, 54, a well known county resident, was killed instantly after being struck by a train near Merrill while crossing a night trail.
Citizens of Steamboat Rock plan Beet Day on August 11 with a committee appointed to solicit funds for the celebration.
Davenport will host a new Blackhawk hotel financed by Lane Walsh Shaler Interéste. The project, costing 750000 dollars, aims to expand Davenport’s hospitality market and create a landmark downtown.
Decorah reports Andrew McCarrick of Blufton died after being overcome by heat while mowing. He was about 50 years old. Local EMS pronounced him dead at the scene.
John Krauce, a farmer near Schaller, was crushed to death when a heavy binder fell on him after his horses were frightened by an approaching automobile. The incident occurred as the team spooked, leading to the fatal accident on the farm.
Grundy Center contracts let for a new K. building to cost 19000. Rockwell City to build four parochial residences for St Francis of Assisi at 8000. Ida Grove reports a 916000 business opera and daily paper growth. Waterloo plans a new daily newspaper with Knights of Liberty backing the movement.
Rosalind Gook of Welstar City has been elected distant piano instructor on the faculty of Wileworth College of Music at Towa Falla in Welstar City.
An automobile driven by I. D. Babcock Jr and two of his sons was struck by a passenger train at Ida Grove. The occupants suffered injuries while city councilman Peter Lund, who rushed to the scene, collapsed and died.
Payment work in Waukon is delayed for several days due to gravel shortages sourced from Harper’s Berry. Weathered conditions and transport constraints exacerbate the hold up, delaying progress on the local project and impacting nearby supply routes.
A fragmented report notes campers turning away as a storm shifts plans near Lake The park authorities softened the bench framing of the decision. Police and park officials were not immediately available for further comment.
A discussion on prison reform features Wardell McClaugh and the idea of farm labor for inmates, while suffragists clash with Secretary Corey over space in the new Women's Building. Insurance costs under workmen’s compensation are explored, and state officers outline training and inspection programs at Camp Dodge and across Iowa.
Fragmented OCR text reports on Iowa state governance with notes on the state printer, biennial reports, wage advances, and proposed reforms. Mentions Iowa Guard medical officers Fairchild and Macrae, Austrian army consent, engineers facing removal, and parole board investigations. Includes scattered references to Plymouth County legal actions and patent grants.
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