Russians Pour Into Germany
St Petersburg correspondent reports German forces retreating in forced marches after defeat at Gumbinnen. Russians gain ground across East Prussia, capturing towns and dismantling German defenses while pursuing retreating units toward Königsberg and area forts.
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Aritins
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Danzig
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Empire
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Tnsterturg
East Prussia
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Tyrolets
Uoettipe
Hanovst
Russian Decorations Taken From Germans
Reported in this dispatch that Russians have seized decorations from German officers and soldiers. The note claims Austrian princes and colonels in Asian regiments were deprived of decorations and that German and Austrian subjects face harsh treatment. The article alleges imperial authorities may hide penalties and that Russians view the measures as a severe insult amid war.
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Honairy
Bomb threat targets London bank found in deep box
A damaged report states an attempt to blow up a London bank was thwarted when a harmless looking deep box offered for deposit in a bank strong room carried an infernal mechanism. The Svenne News reports an official warning to banks to inspect all deep boxes upon delivery.
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London
Svenne News
Mine Laid By Germans Destroys British Ship
Outbreak of war strands nearly 1500 Americans in Europe aboard the Scandinavian line steamer Oscar Trom and the Italian liner Ormint from Genoa Palermo and Nantes. British collier and vessels are sunk. many passengers, including Americans and French reservists, race to safety as orders evacuate. Food and shelter scarce as troops mobilize and trains fill with refugees.
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Nantes
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Kh Lhdwrmkur
Vienna
Austria
Russa
Oley
Bury
Tagland
Humure
Eathand
Copenhagen
Menzel
Budapest
Campin
War fever in Turkey may draw Turkey into German side
Fragmented report cites British warning that if Turkey and Breslia join Germany, ships may be fired on. Diplomatic exchanges with Russia and Turkey discussed, with officials noting alleged statements and alarms over potential moves in the region amid hostilities and international pressure.
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Dardarelles
Great Britain
Creat Bty
Russia
Tly
Turkey
Prince William killed in battle at Liege
Prince William of tied regiments is killed in Liege battle. The infantry unit was surrounded by Pelsims under siege near the walls. He was struck in the neck and chest while standing, dying almost instantly.
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Prince William
Liege
Prines
Tiege
Neutrality urged for all Americans in war era
Copenhagen reports Henry White denied making any pledge to Germany about the war and urged Americans to remain neutral in word and deed. He noted Americans faced trouble from German treatment but asserted the United States should stay out of the conflict.
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Copenhagen
London
Henry White
Saiis
Germany
Pois
Woite
Avery
Japan Moves Into War Arena to Drive Germany East
Count Okuma, Japan's premier, leads secret talks with England that aimed at peace but prepared Japan for potential action. The Anglo Japanese treaty of July 13 1811 sought mutual protection and demanded Germany withdraw battleships from waters near Asia, with the Mikado ready to back demands with force.
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Japan
Germany
Far East
Count Okuma
Bombardment of Antwerp by Zeppelin Airships Sparks International Protest
The August Antwerp bombardment by Zeppelin airships caused massive destruction and loss of life. Belgium and other nations protest as officials report dozens dead or injured and many buildings damaged. A complex exchange of diplomatic notes follows, with warnings against this mode of warfare and calls for adherence to Hague conventions.
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Belgium
Sem
London
Ltg3
Albert
Chron Bays
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4Eppelin
Cally
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Getial Leman
Linge
Germany
Royal
Daily News
Reuter Telegram Company
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State Department
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Ehilden
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Ccutary Bryan
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Begatin
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Atites
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Brussels
van Zeapelin
Judical
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Fort Lehe
Paria
Hove
Anty
Walvis Ghent
Boiwes
Ser
Cot
Ostend
Grim War News Blends Oddities and Romance in London
London reports mix of war strain and oddities as names of newborns tied to the conflict appear. Tettera proposals urge food and rabbit stockpiling, while civilians adapt with free portraits for soldiers and boot repairs. War news by telephone and domestic rules shape daily life amid unemployment fears and steady candle shortages.
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Albert Leman
Liege
Hopkins
Marie
Alsace Lorraine
Hetomte
Tettera
Australan
Islington
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Wat News
British Isles
Coldiera
War Office
Bangor
Prince of Wales
Landon
Engishman
Baxland
Japan Premier Urges U S to Support Neutral War Effort
Cabled message from Prime Minister Count Okuma to The Independent asserts Japan seeks no ulterior motive and pledges cooperation with Great Britain to clear waters of enemies. He commends President Wilson's neutral stance and states Japan will honor promises and respect for other nations.
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Independent
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Okuma
Japan
United States
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Luron
Tanan
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Pete
Hive
Mresa
Wilson
America
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Ms Rovernment
Jipan
Emperor torn British medals off in insult to king
Reuter dispatch from Ghent reports the German emperor displayed and ripped off British orders and medals after a meeting with the British ambassador. Refugees arriving at Ostend described a Frenchman on the voyage wearing a life preserver, saying the only word Mimes.
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Peror Wiliam
Ostend
Polkstone
Costuma
Battle for Charleroi Engulfs Namur Region in Fury
Dispatch from London dated August 26 reports German forces advancing from Namur into Charleroi after bombarding surrounding forts. Belgian and French troops contest the lower town as Goeloek area sees heavy fighting. Casualties mount as both sides trade shelling and infantry assaults across the Meuse.
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Tana
Tames
Philippavilie
Gener Ol
Wepton
Meuse
Relga
Hnee
Allis
Whus
Dinant
Thu
Namur
Charler
Germany
Thuin
Charleroi
Metar
Goelock
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Ab& Nun
Gharlerol
France
Villazes
Caatelet
Vouttioula Marchienne
Coulllet
Charktet
Theatton
Genund
Asm
Alsace
Chariero
Sambr
Oiver
Ube
British Loan Measure Prepared by George Lloyd George Plan
London August 26 David Lloyd George the chancellor of the exchequer outlined a loan measure to be laid before the House of Commons. He said the bill would differ from prior war measures by not fixing the final amount and leaving methods of revenue to the treasury. He noted banks and industries must be aided, hinted at a possible limited moratorium, and reported 4500 of 8000 replies favored ending it while applications for treasury bills surpassed 40 million pounds with interest just over 2 percent.
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London
David Lloyd George
House of Commons
Lloyd Georrs
BNI
Motorium
Trewary
Billy Nisheen
Banke
Down They Go A Sale On Shirts And Hats For All
A sales note describes discarded top quality shirts in bold prices with silk and madras fabrics, claiming moral to buy now before prices rise. Hats from Reid Cosby and Mallory shown as bargains with 1915 styles. Also promotes boys suits and four in hand ties with low prices. message from Whitehall Street Newspapper BR Hiye.
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Austria
British Ship Stopped by U S Battleship at Port
The Wilson liner Francisco bound for Hull with a cargo of cryin nis was stopped as she left port by the U S battleship Troride. Guns on the Francisco were mounted for saluting and the ship’s clearance papers were obtained before proceeding down the harbor. Navy officials and Wilson Line representatives offered explanations amid the incident.
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Wework
Hull
United States
Francisca
Joulion
Hoboeken
Francisco
Jie
Florida
Wilson
Stermer
Navy Yard
Lkwida
German Airship Falls Inside British Lines Near Lille
A German airship fell inside British lines in the Quesnos region near Lille yesterday. Two German officers aboard were killed. The ship remains near the harbor awaiting clearance investigations before any departure.
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Lille
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