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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1914
Page
9
London reports a easing of panic over food and money as government measures are seen to sustain prices and keep Atlantic trade open. Chancellor Lloyd George said unanimity in banking to avoid specie suspension, while navy actions promised safety for US shipments and a stronger stance against German raiders.
Washington August 5 American army officers regard Germany’s best chance to push into France lies in a campaign through Belgium. They warn French fortifications and Belgian resistance may slow a German advance, with Belgians harassing lines of communication while French forces near Rheims join the defense. Naval observers note Germany’s dispersed fleet risks weakness in sudden war.
London reports say German embassy windows were broken while four policemen guarded the entrance. Across the street, a few readers study war proclamations as a workman removes the German escutcheon. German residents in London face no hostility yet fear prejudice harming business. The American embassy handles German interests and may reinforce staff. Whitehall crowds chase news of Allied victories as Britain declares war and the press unites. In Vienna, Austria, a food price decree orders stock reporting and punishes stock secrecy with imprisonment.
Paris reports thousands of Germans and Austrians remain in the city with over forty two arrested as spies since last Sunday. German consulate issues ident certificates enabling departure by train to western France where they must stay until the war ends. Many are destitute. American and French authorities arrange shelter and funds for the displaced while embassies process certificates amid looming draft plans.
A Swift overview praises BOS 8 as a miraculous blood remedy. Claims of complete recovery from edema and various blood conditions follow use of the product, touting rapid, universal healing effects and a free medical department offer from The Swift Specific Co. at 90 Swift Building, St. John, Ga.
August incidents report mobs wrecked the German embassy in St Petersburg, tore down symbols, and burned furnishings after reports of Dowager Empress Feodorowna's treatment. In Berlin and Antwerp crowds abused the German ambassador and consulates, with police struggles, property damage, and expulsion of German residents. A Vancouver crowd also attacked the German consulate door insignia.
London August Chancellor Lloyd George announced in the commons that the Bank of England rate would be cut to near one percent with a possible move tomorrow or Friday. The government considered suspending specie payments and proposed issuing notes convertible to gold to stabilize the gold standard while urging citizens to keep or return gold.
Myron T Herrick the United States ambassador in Paris has asked Washington for permission for Valor Spencer Cosby Major Morton J Henr Captain Frank Parker Captain Francia N Pope Lieutenant B Somerville and four other West Point graduates on leave to accompany the French armies as military observers. They helped the ambassador handle crowds at the embassy seeking passports or identification papers.
New Orleans August 1 An embargo on grain shipments for export to Europe via the Illinois Central railway was declared today. A similar embargo had been set by the Texas and Pacific. Due to freight congestion, millions of bushels of wheat remain stored, awaiting movement to ports.
New York reports direct cable links with Germany were cut near the Azores, isolating Germany from the outside world. The Commercial Cable Company said messages to Germany are not being accepted and denied British warship involvement. News would have to pass through hostile nations for any German updates, while Sayville Sayville Sayville Sayville Sayville station loss and neutrality investigations follow.
Officials expect prohibitions to take effect August 5 as Sayville wireless station reportedly maintained continuous coded contacts with German warships off the American coast. The Atlantic Communications manager says messages largely went to Dresden and other German vessels while few to French or English ships. source details were refused. The firm is American with most employees natives of Germany. Messages to Austria Hungary or Germany may be blocked over Western Union cables per English censor guidance.
Paris August crowds erupted in support as President Poincare read a nation facing war and pledged to defend France with Russia and Britain behind them. Premier Viviani listed German actions over forty years while both houses swiftly backed government financial relief, martial law provisions, and penalties for false news. An amendment to extend a moratorium to French colonies passed unanimously and lawmakers moved to grant French nationality to Alsace and Lorraine enlistees.
King George calls the navy to renewed effort urging Vice Admiral John Jullage to rally officers and men. He emphasizes reviving the Royal Navy and maintaining Britain’s shield in the hour of trial with renewed vigor and courage.
The Hague kust announces martial law in parts of Holland. Officials report that up to now German forces have not violated the Dutch frontier.
Two powerful submarines completed for Chile were sold to the Canadian government. They left Victoria under their own steam, each measuring 120 feet in length and about 20 tons displacement.
Russian frontier patrols push into German territory crossing the east Prussian line at Lyk and Jala and burning stations at Borferain and Biala. Russians penetrate about ten miles inland, severing communications from Lyk to Johannesburg as German forces retreat and villages burn along the front.
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