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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
5
Edward Grey urged Germany to propose a solution to the crisis and now Europe watches the German emperor as the key to peace. Berlin believes pressure on Russia by Britain and France could enable the two principals to settle the dispute.
A Vienna correspondent notes Austria refuses outside meddling as Serbia conflict moves toward a conference. The piece cites Austrian officials who insist peace terms remain unaltered and that only the involved states decide the settlement. War with Russia seems likely as tensions rise.
A Bern dispatch reports Germany issued Russia a four hour ultimatum demanding clarification on mobilization. Berlin notes pose three questions on Russia's aims with mobilization and willingness to halt it. Emperor William dispatched Duke Ernest of Hesse to St Petersburg to seek peace as Germany prepares for a broader mobilization.
Lena Grossman ties support for woman suffrage to a forthcoming Georgia legislative race. Coronel Grossman letters suffrage campaign leaders, urging a single platform priority. He declines candidacy now but pledges to back suffrage, urging unity among Fulton County workers, business leaders, and reform groups.
Amid global tension, Germany, Austria Hungary, and Russia intensify military planning. Berlin and Potsdam hold secret talks with officials including the imperial chancellor and minister of war while France, wary and preparing, contemplates mobilization. Reports describe fortified frontiers, surveillance, and civilian measures in border towns as the crisis deepens.
St Petersburg dispatch says Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Sazonoff replied to the German note that mobilization was only partial and could not be stopped. The exchange telegraph report indicates Moscow maintains readiness while resisting full suspension of forces. The remark signals heightened tension between Russia and Germany amid wartime diplomacy.
Washington July 2 The Panama canal will open to commerce in two weeks and serve as a strategic world highway. It will be free and open to vessels of war and commerce of all nations, with neutrality rules to prevent hostilities. Belligerents may transit with minimal delay, but troops and war materials may not be embarked except in emergencies. A neutrality proclamation is anticipated clarifying American positions and warnings to citizens violating neutrality.
Columbus Supreme Court issues temporary restraining order restraining Tyler of Marion from marrying the 14 year old daughter of T J Youngblood. Father says license secured in Muscogee and Marion counties claiming girl is 18. order returnable in August.
Herbert Coffin, a local farmer, snatched 12 year old newsboy Bille Fritz from the path of a southbound Central of Georgia passenger train at the Fort McKhelson crossing. The boy did not hear the train due to rain and a louder signal from an approaching opposite track. The engineer called it the most astonishing rescue of his long career.
The Boxtrom Brady Manufacturing company of Atlanta will be represented by a shipment when the Cristobal passes through the Panama Canal Monday en route to Los Angeles. This will be the first ocean going ship on the trip, a test of the lojmerations. The Atlanta company will also have shipments to Seattle and Frisco on the Ancon, which will make the first official trip on August 14.
Mobile July 30 The late W H Alexander of Mobile left 5000 to Baptist charities and 10000 for native preacher education but a verdict improbate court today found him insane at the time the will was made Sin regal heirs won the challenge to break the will.
St Petersburg July 39 The official agency quotes a Tokyo newspaper arguing Japan could join Britain if Europe descends into general war. Diplomatic circles cite the 1905 Anglo Japanese treaty and note no confirmed extra provisions. Japan’s action would hinge on Far East naval developments and the broader conflict involving Germany Austria or Italy.
London July 30 The British navy is ready for war at a moment’s notice and the army is quietly preparing. The War Office warns mobilization words are controlled yet land forces are being placed on a war footing though territorial calls are not yet issued. Territorial officers recalled and engineers detailed for duty. Some forces sent to Ireland to reinforce regulars. East coast searchlight stations fully manned. Duke of Cornwall’s battalion detained from Hong Kong. Coastal lights report approaching vessels. The government seeks unity amid war clouds as Asquith meets with leaders. Parliament signals home rule bill paused with party unity urged.
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