03 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1914
Page
1
The dispatch reports Germany seizing Luxembourg rail facilities and violating its neutrality, with French and British reactions outlined. It notes mobilization in France and the unclear British stance as cabinet deliberations continue amid the looming war.
The United States government extends help to over 150000 Americans stranded overseas due to European war finances. Embassy checks and loan options are arranged, with funds depositable in Washington and advances via embassy checks abroad. Officials expect enough ships to evacuate, but an emergency appropriation may be sought.
Advices from Belgium report 100,000 German troops crossing into Luxembourg and concentrating on the French frontier near Liege. Frontier engagements are claimed with German losses, and over 25,000 men are dug in along the front.
A Russian column with artillery crossed the frontier at Sechwinden southeast of Billa. Two squadrons of Cossacks moved toward Johannesburg in east Prussia, fifteen miles from the frontier. The attack was repulsed and the staff confirmed the invasion, signaling that Russia has entered German territory and war has begun.
A German force crossed the French frontier near Cirey between Nancy and Strassburg and another German unit invaded Luxemburg as part of a march toward Longwy. Brussels dispatches say the source later entered France with unconfirmed reports of heavy losses.
Local thunder showers are expected Monday with fair conditions in the extreme west portion. Tuesday will be fair across the region as indicated by the Washington weather forecast for New Mexico.
President Wilson and officials manage European crisis with constant attention. White House, state, and treasury offices stay busy as McAdoo liaises with bankers on shipping gold to Europe. Embassies in St Petersburg Berlin and Vienna handle diplomatic duties while the U S aids in protecting citizens and stabilizing markets. Wilson maintains abstinence on merits while staying in close contact with Bryan.
Paris reports from official telegrams that German forces invaded French territory at three points while no formal rupture has occurred. Baron Von Schoen, the German ambassador, remained at his post after a meeting with France's foreign office. Officials fear Germany aims to buy time and push Britain toward war, heightening Paris anxiety over England's likely response.
London August 3 Field Marshal Lord Kitchener who was to return to his Egyptian post is detained in London. Telegrams from European capitals report Britain awaits a decision with deep anxiety, notably in Paris and St Petersburg.
St. Petersburg reports Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholevitch appointed commander in chief of the Russian army. Earlier reports said the emperor would assume command.
London reports a tense cabinet meeting as Britain braces for possible war. Censors seize cable offices, telephones to Europe cut, and naval reserves are mobilized. A $250 million defensive loan likely, with reports of food price rises and a looming paper famine.
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