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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1914
Page
5
London dispatch reports Emperor William directing his ministry to provide relief for Prussian refugees from East Prussia amid Russian aggression. The message expresses compassion and confidence in Prussia's endurance, urging swift aid to those displaced by the turmoil.
The dispatch urges volunteers to offer blood and wealth for the fatherland and vows aid from ministries and authorities to relieve those displaced. It notes an Imperial decree dated August 17 demanding Germans in foreign service to return home and reports on refugees’ accounts of brutalities in Russia. Wilhelm Duewell is said to be admitted as a war correspondent at main German headquarters.
A wireless from Berlin today says French and English armies on the Sambre and Meuse are surrounded by German troops on all sides, with the French east army partly driven south. Communication between French north and east armies is cut, German forces reach Cambrai via upper Alsace, and a Zeppelin sighting at Antwerp caused panic in London.
A Rotterdam correspondent in Antwerp dated Thursday reports a magnificent defense and a furious attack, noting German gains as Marines are taken in the engagement.
German assaults on Antwerp failed to dislodge Belgian defenses as 20000 Germans attacked on day one and 49900 on day two. Belgians withdrew to Antwerp and destroyed Lire and Helodoniok to deny cover. Refugees fled Hoozendal as German forces pressed. Emile Vandervelde urged Belgians to persevere for a righteous cause.
The Columbus Dispatch notes Swiss soldiers are top marksmen due to frequent target practice, humorously tied to them shooting holes in Swiss cheese.
A German report states Allied forces are in full retreat as troops are sent to bolster fronts. The article mentions filled gaps in the French army and India troops under Lord Kitchener, with confirmation from Marquis of Crewe. A British destroyer engaged and sunk the German torpedo boat S90 near Chefoo, China.
Wireless report from Sayville says the western enemy has been defeated everywhere and is in full retreat after nine days of fighting. General Yon Kiuk defeated the English at Maubeuge. Von Buelow and Von Hausen routed Franco Belgian forces along the Sambre Namur and Meuse and press them east of Maubeuge. Grand Duke Albrecht opened the attack on Maubeuge, Crown Prince toward the Meuse, and Crown Prince of Bavaria repelled a Nancy assault. Von Heeringen pursues south through the Vosges. Belgian divisions repulsed with losses. Belgian population aiding fighting. last reserves called to guard communications.
London reports Premier Asquith in the House of Commons says British troops faced heavy losses against a German corps on the frontier. The Times notes Allied withdrawal to Lecateau Cambrai line signals defensive retreat, with Mezieres Verdun risking frontier breakdown and possible shifts to Havre or Cherbourg if momentum stalls. Berlin revels in British reverses as Louvain is decimated amid occupation.
A dispatch from Amsterdam says The Velegraaf reports the German exchequer has taken steps to seize all Japanese balances held in German banks. The move is described as part of wartime measures affecting Japanese assets abroad.
Readable weather notes indicate a likely Sunday to Monday period with high and mean temperatures and rainfall figures. The report mentions a local weather section directed by Herrmann and notes temperature readings and rainfall amounts within the past 24 hours and since the first of the month.
Swiss legation in Washington authorized a nationwide drive to mobilize a relief fund for Switzerland. The plan calls for gathering millions through a campaign led by prominent Swiss committees in U S cities under consular auspices to aid families suffering amid wartime shortages and economic strain.
London reports Indian troops will join British forces in France to reinforce the army there. Lord Kitchener and the Marquis of Crewe announce troops from India will be sent, with enthusiasm and loyalty seen across India, including princely gifts to support the effort.
London reports East Prussia positions crumble as German units retreat under Russian pressure. Russian forces drive a wedge with forced marches while Prussian authorities evacuate towns and flood routes. Wehrmacht demoralized, retreating from Angerapp entrenchments as Grand Duke Nicholas pursues.
A Times dispatch from Boulogne says German cavalry broke French lines near Arras as French forces regroup quickly. Reports from Lille note German advance guards near Port Marcy and Marchiennes with heavy fighting at Mar chiennes and Pont A Marc. British marines landed at Dunkirk as German air and naval actions persist and civilians evacuate.
London reports near certainty that a brigade of tall football players will be drafted into service under Lord Kitchener’s new war plan. The Football Association, with about 600 trained athletes, may release 900 men from current commitments to form military units. A meeting is set for Monday to decide on mobilization and whether players will join active duty.
A Daily Chronicle correspondent reports German forces entered Ostend Belgium threatening to kill mayor and town officials unless a 460000 demand was met. The burgomaster and others were spared, and many town signs had names obliterated as the frontier moved.
Dispatch reports Libreville in German Congo was attacked by German troops. The Belgian administration with Great Britain has taken offensive measures and notified France of its action. Population around 150 with 139 white residents. Also mentions a housewife's confession praising Dolly Varden Flour.
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