German Advance Halted by Belgian Resistance Near Brussels
From Brussels and London reports August 1 3 and 18 indicate German forces facing Belgian defenses have halted and taken defensive positions around Antwerp and Brussels. Belgian forces and civic mobilization reinforce forts near Antwerp while German cavalry conduct patrols and raids. Civilian life continues in Brussels amid warnings to avoid hostile acts as occupation looms.
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British Officer Quits to Fight for Austria
London reports that Alan Pasha, British inspector general in the Sudan and honorary major general, has resigned his Sudan post after Britain declared war on Austria. Born in Austria in 1837, he was made a baron in 1106 and has returned to Vienna to place himself at the war minister's disposal.
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Sweden and Norway unveil Peace Statue on frontier
A joint Swedish Norwegian Peace Monument near Charlottenberg was unveiled Sunday with about a thousand attendees, including members of both parliaments. The Norwegian President of the Storting spoke, praising Sweden Norway neutrality amid wartime rumors of executions in St Petersburg involving German warship agents.
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Wilson Warns Americans to Stay Neutral in War
President Wilson issues a formal appeal urging impartiality amid the European conflict. He warns against partisanship and urges Americans to avoid actions that could drag the United States into the war, stressing neutrality in thought and deed.
Exorbitant prices faced Americans seeking homeward ships
Genoa dispatch notes Americans astonished at high charter rates for ships home. Protests to Italian authorities yield claim they are not responsible for speculators’ pricing. War’s aftermath leaves 500000 Italians destitute and needing immediate relief.
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German Eagle Placed On Napoleon Statue In Paris
The Black and Gold eagle of the 132nd Alsatian infantry regiment, captured by French at Saint Blaise Alsace, was hung today before Napoleon’s statue in the Invalides Court of Honor after ceremonial arrival from the presidential palace courtyard.
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United States Asked to Plead With Japan
Washington August 18 A petition from the National German American Alliance asks President Wilson and Congress to plead with Japan to keep the European war from the Far East. The petition urges Japan to abandon political and commercial interests in China and to seek Hague peace tribunal for grievances. It is signed by C3 Hexamer, president of the alliance, and is awaiting official response.
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French Advance in Upper Alsace Reported by War Office
Paris reports in upper Alsace as French forces push forward and occupy western territory west of Penetrange inside Lorraine. General Tot reports German retreat, wounded and stores abandoned, with heavy enemy losses and morale impact from French artillery. Cavalry at Chateau Seimas and valleys of the Vosges conquered as progress nears the Alsace plain.
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Judge Harris Sought Fulton Support For Governor Candidacy
The Fulton County Harris Club backs Judge Nate Harrie of Macon for governor. They credit him with bringing Georgia Tech to Atlanta and shaping the state university landscape, noting his long service in the legislature and as a trustee. The statement urges voters to endorse Harrie in the face of opponents.
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First French Soldier Killed in War Named, Death Kept Secret
In a fortified position held by heavy artillery Germans retreat as our cavalry pursues them. The report notes French units and artillery positions were kept secret by military administration, citing wartime secrecy and the practice of publishing casualty lists to mask unit locations.
Zeppelin Dirigible Destroyed by Belgians
Paris dispatch to the Telegraph says Paul Doumer the former French finance minister reports Zeppelins reconnoitering over the war zone were destroyed by Belgians Another fell into a forest and was wrecked near the fighting area.
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