Germany Invades France with Two Great Armies Across Frontier
News of the German invasion of France unfolds as Kaiser leads thousands across the frontier seizing Luxemburg and advancing on Paris. French aeroplanes bomb German towns while Russia pours into East Prussia and Germany feigns war to trap France. England plans to stay out of the conflict.
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Banks to issue 100 million in extra currency
Washington officials and bankers discussed possible issuance of 100 million dollars in additional currency by New York banks to meet calls from correspondent banks for funds to move crops and other needs. Secretary McAdoo said arrangements were perfected and similar issuances may follow.
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Washington
McAdoo
First Big Battle of War Near French Front
Nations move toward large clashes as German troops cross near Cirey between Nancy and Strassburg and march toward Longwy. Russia presses into German frontier and fights near Schwinden Eichenreich and Eydtkuhnen as Germany declares war in response. France and Luxemburg clash over neutrality as tensions rise.
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Russia
Aviator Garros Hero of First Air Fight
London reports the first air engagement of the great war with German Zeppelins and French aeroplanes near the frontier. A French flyer rammed a German dirigible killing all aboard and himself, identified as Roland Garros, famed race winner and transalpine conqueror.
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Belmont Park
Randolph Man Struck by Auto in Hingham Incident
Randolph resident Charles A. Dwyer of North street was hit by an automobile owned and driven by Mrs. Annie R. Lynch of Metropolitan avenue Boston while dodging among traffic on the Nantasket to Hingham main roadway. He suffered serious injuries and was treated at a nearby residence before being returned to his home.
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Burdett College Opens Sept 8 Enrollment at 18 Boylston
Burdett Business College announces enrollment for the September 8 term at 18 Boylston Street. Applications are welcome from new and returning students seeking business courses and professional training.
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Eep
England Hopes Build Over English Decision
London reports on a Sunday filled with suspense as the nation awaits a historic decision. Crowds and commentators follow every development as officials prepare to announce the outcome.
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England
French Regiments Move Toward Nancy From Sedan
Reports say all French regiments from Sedan head toward Nancy near the German border. From Cologne, travelers state German rapid-fire guns are on the Hotel Hansa terrace, suspected to target hostile aircraft.
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Anachronistic Sky and History Snippets
The note mentions the sou range at 7 30 Saturn rising 7 33 and 8 03 for car lamps. It lists today’s anniversaries and a 1492 voyage from Paris. It also recalls the 1804 Tripeli bombardment by Americans and a 1912 London suffragette move at St Paul’s Cathedral with a Save Emmeline Pankhurst chant.
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Showers Forecast For Boston And New England
Forecast for Boston area and New England shows showers on Monday with Tuesday fair conditions. Winds are moderate from southwest to northwest.
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Boston
Washington
New England
German Warship Bombards Libau in Baltic Harbor
The Augsburg reports to Berlin by wireless its bombardment of Libau naval harbor with combat ongoing against an enemy cruiser. Libau, a fortified Baltic Sea port of Russia, is described as a major arsenal and seaport. The Augsburg is a 4280 ton protected cruiser with twelve 4.1 inch guns and about 400 crew.
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Brussels
Augsburg
Libau
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Germany Demands Belgians Accept German Troop Movements
Germany has sent Belgium an ultimatum offering an entente if Belgium allows the movements of German troops. The dispatch was issued from London and dated August 3.
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Germany
Belgium
War drama on the Franco German frontier unfolds
Germany and France dominate the world stage as Servia and Austria fade. Germany has declared war on Russia but no decisive battles yet. On the French German frontier, early scenes reminiscent of 1870 unfold as the crisis deepens.
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