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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1914
Page
5
Fragmentary reports describe Austria's declaration of war on Russia and sparse details on Austrian army operations as observers seek clearer information on the developing conflict.
Austria-Hungary declares war on Russia as British, German, and Finnish naval actions unfold across the North Sea and Baltic. Reports say the German cruiser Emden and Russian cruiser Askold have been sunk, with British war credits set to push army strength toward 1,250,000.
Berlin reports a Swiss government announcement denies any breach of neutrality. The note reiterates Switzerland remains neutral and has not engaged in actions compromising its status, despite rumors. Authorities insist the stance is unchanged.
German London correspondent Hang Plohn of Wolfs Tele krapate Buregu was arrested here this morning amid a naal news operation, according to German officials. The incident marks a tense setback for wartime press coverage in the capital.
Berlin reports that Russian cavalry attempting a breakthrough of the German frontier guard was repulsed near Soldau in East Prussia. A second Russian cavalry division also suffered losses and is said to be in the Nordenburg area.
Partly cloudy conditions with chance of thunderstorms south. Interior areas see warmer temperatures with highs near 81 and lows around 52. Rain gauge shows inches in past 24 hours and deficiency since January 1.
Pekin in August proclaimed its neutrality in the European conflict. The German concession at Tsing Tau continues to be fortified and provisions stockpiled there. Foreign enterprise in China stalls, many Chinese lose bank funds held by joint ventures from Russia, France, England, Germany, and Japan, and travel for Europeans and Americans is hindered by the closure of the Trans-Siberian route and limited ship service.
The Japanese consul here said that upon receiving official proof of the start of hostilities between England and Germany Japan would dispatch a fleet carrying 10000 men to attack Tsing Tau and another 10000 to relieve the British garrison at Tien Tsin and Peking. Preparations for such action were under way.
Mason August 6 special report says Georgia travelers reached London safely. The party led by C Murray, a Mercer University professor, includes Mrs BEB Willingham, Miss Annie Milingham, Mrs Elen Barnes, and Miss Cleo Wooten of Dawson. A travel note lists Cleo Wooten as part of the group.
Two German vessels Kronprinzessin Cecilie and Adalbert seized at Falmouth by British authorities. The action targets German shipping amid wartime tensions as the British cruiser Diana and patrols intercept the German schooner Ro Grande near the port.
General Joseph Joffre, 62, is placed in overall command of France's Great Army. Trained as an engineer, he previously supervised fortifications and harbor works in Madagascar. His mobilization plans from last April have exceeded expectations.
Prime Minister Asquith told the House of Commons the government’s white paper shows Germany’s push for British neutrality would have left Britain dishonored by abandoning treaty obligations. He argued war is just, necessary to defend principles, and to safeguard the empire, urging large military expansion and unity across the empire, including India, to meet the crisis.
August reports from Paria and Savannas detail foreign families pressing for naturalization. The Destaing family lists fourteen members including seven sons and seven brothers, youngest aged 19. About twenty Germans and Flussians in Savanna inquired at the U.S. court about naturalization and desire American citizenship to avoid being unable to return home.
New York reports dispatches indicating organized scouting units may play a supporting war role in Europe. About 250000 Boy Scouts are cited in Britain, Germany, France, Austria Hungary, Russia Poland, Serbia, and Scandinavia, with duties ranging from guarding bridges to harvesting crops. scout leaders suggest training for signaling, orders, and messengers while remaining noncombatants.
A French torpedo craft from Bizerta captured the German steamer Czor Kicolar of 2999 tons. The vessel, bound from Ratoum to St Lows du Rhane, was taken as French forces reported today.
A New York Evening Post cable states Andrew Carnegie, a renowned peace advocate, approves an English peace course amid the present crisis. He notes Germany refused Britain's peace conference proposal and sought assent to a march through Belgium, prompting Britain to vow land and sea protection of Belgium.
A steamship Sioux flying the German flag, loaded with cargo for European ports, docked at Key West after leaving Tampico on July 30. Its captain said a British warship forced a high speed escape across the Gulf of Mexico to reach safety in this port.
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