War Starts for Britain as Kitchener Addresses Lords
London reports Lord Kitchener in the House of Lords pledging a wartime term of office for the duration of the conflict. He warns of strain on the empire and sacrifices required, while praising British troops in the Mons region and praising Dominion support. He outlines plans for a large field army and continued mobilization across the empire.
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Belgium
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House of Commons
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Lord Kitefunet
Europe
England
Canada
Austria
New Zealand
War of No Quarter Declared by Servia
Servia vows retaliation against Austrian aggressions as its government protests Austrian orders to burn Servian stores and villages. Reports from Belgrade claim Servian forces have reoccupied Sabac and pushed Austrians back, with Austrian villages and inhabitants devastated in the process. London dispatches note heavy Austrian casualties as Servian armies pursue along the front amid fierce fighting.
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War time crops on sport grounds proposed by clubs
London August 25 proposals to plow golf, cricket and football fields for crops reach the war office. A A Sherwood of Walton Heath notes about 2000 golf courses could spare land, with twelve acres under cultivation already at Walton Heath. Clubs could provide thousands of unskilled workers and help food supplies, while clubhouses might serve as military hospitals and idle caddies could assist harvests.
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Walton Heath
Epsom
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Guilich
Germans Driven Back by Belgian Forces Near Antwerp
Antwerp dispatch reports early today German bombardment of Marines Mechlin and surrounding area. Two hundred houses damaged and a church tower struck. Belgians counterattacked, pushing Germans back toward Vilvarde. Germans in the north reportedly resume offensive, while Belgian troops launch a surprise sortie from Antwerp driving the German advance guard beyond Mahnos.
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Antwerp
Reuter Telegram Company
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Vilvarde
Asses
Paris
Peuter
Mahnos
Germany Violates Liberian Neutrality Question Raised
A report from Monrovia Liberia notes Germany’s alleged breach of Liberian neutrality. France and Great Britain protest Germany’s wireless use while Liberia seeks U S guidance on enforcing neutrality at cable and wireless stations. Liberia asks the U S ambassador to propose a solution as tension grows.
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France
Germany
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Monrovia
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Ambassador Page
French Deceived by Lorain Residents in War Tale
A Bourges officer describes French forces misled by Lorraine villagers aiding German troops. Officials welcomed French soldiers with flags and feigned hospitality while German positions were exposed. A schoolmaster altered a church clock to adjust artillery ranges, and a village mayor tapped a field telephone line for the enemy. German trenches and shells followed after initial rash assurances. In England, 490 Germans and Austrian reservists arrive aboard the Potsdam and are captured by British authorities.
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Lorraine
Paris
Bourges
Diese
Chopins
Falmouth
England
Holland American Line
Potsdam
New York
Miltary
Treachery of Germany Denounced by Belgium
Belgium denounces Germany for betraying assurances of goodwill and treating, denouncing savage attacks on Belgium. Despite overwhelming odds, Belgium vows to fight within laws of warfare while publishing notices and investigations into atrocities by invading German troops. In Paris, Germany claims Belgium forced war, pledging evacuation and non-annexation if war conditions permit. Brussels replies Belgium’s neutrality has been violated since August 3 and protests ongoing.
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Belgium
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Paris
Brussels
Hague
Liege
France
Na Hons
Son of Maxim Gorki Enlists in French Army
Alexander Gorki, son of Russian author Maxim Gorki, has enlisted in the French army as World War I era dispatches report his recruitment connecting two prominent names and signaling cross national service.
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Maxim Gorki
Paris
Alexander Gorki
Plenty of Vessels to Carry Americans Home
Washington reports ample steamship capacity from England, France, and across Europe to repatriate Americans. Special trains, charters, and multiple ship departures from Havre, Queenstown, and Rotterdam are arranged through October, with German and Swiss routes also noted.
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Great Britain
Administration
Flood of stranded Americans hits European ports
London reports a flood of Americans stranded in Holland and Rotterdam crowded to capacity. The Rotterdam steamer is slated to leave next Saturday with 2000 Americans aboard. Estimates suggest about 5000 Americans linger in Europe seeking passage home via Rotterdam. Baggage remains scattered across the continent and relief efforts include free transport of baggage by the Holland American Line. Some travelers aim to return on the U S cruiser Tennessee.
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JAP CRUISER Bound for Canada Naval Base
San Francisco August 45 The marine correspondent telegraphs that the Japanese cruiser Idzumo left here Saturday and passed into the Straits of Juan de Fuca early today. It is apparently bound for Esquimalt to use that base and operate along the Canadian and American Pacific coasts as protection for British, Japanese, and French shipping.
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Fatoosh
Zeppelin Bombing Of Antwerp Reported By Belgians
European dispatches describe a Zeppelin seen over Antwerp last night brought down by Belgian artillery near Mechlin miles from the city. Fifteen crew were captured. Bombs struck several houses near the King Albert palace, killing twelve and injuring many. Saint Elizabeth Hospital was damaged but reportedly no patients were present. The British official bureau confirms the attack and notes intensified anger over German brutality.
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Intwern
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Anther Usited
Albert
Saint Elizabeth
Antwern
Red Cross
Official Information Bureau
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Bigtum
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Sir Francis
German Americans Protest Arms Sale to Mana Government
Washington August 25 German American alliance of Holyoke Massachusetts protests against Colt Arm a company of Hartford Connecticut selling armor and ammunition to the Mana government. The demonstrations claim the sales violate the spirit of American neutrality and target several senators.
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Washington
Belgian War Casualties Estimated At 16 006 Dead
The report notes about 66,000 Belgians killed or wounded with 2000 interned in London camps and about 50,060 Belgian wounded in fighting with Germany. Conservative totals peg dead around 16,006, with initial casualty lists naming 2000 Belgians killed. The figures cite organs in The Hague, London, andtemp camps as defense updates.
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CATTARO DESTROYED BY FRENCH WARSHIPS IN ADRIATIC
Rome report via London states the Austro Italian fortress at Cattaro Dalmatia has been completely destroyed and the Austrian commander is negotiating surrender terms. The bombardment was carried out by a allied fleet including Austrian forces.
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