24 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1914
Page
1
Six weeks of sprinting along the pennant trail yields fruit for the Boston Braves under George Stallings. Cincinnati Reds again strike against the Giants, erasing the slim half game margin that separated McGraw's crew from the Braves.
The report describes a massive Allied assault with French and English troops pushing into German lines while German forces, nearly the entire trained army, resist. French gains in Lorraine are challenged as they retreat from captured territory, and siege guns batter Namur forts with Ostend poised to surrender to German forces.
The paper reports that Japan and Germany have declared war and a bombardment of Kiaochau is expected to begin immediately, signaling expanded hostilities in the Pacific and China theatre.
An official report says Italy will mobilize its army on August 27 and a war declaration with Austria is expected soon. Japan proclaims war on Germany after the ultimatum on Kiao Chau. A Paris notice mentions a major battle from Mons to Luxemburg with French and British forces advancing. Zeppelin No 8 reportedly destroyed near Badonviller.
The Boston Braves sit even with the Giants at 59 and 48 as they plan to stay in the race. Manager Stallings may start Dick Rudolph, a diminutive right-hander who has won 11 straight for the Braves and believes success comes from pitching every third to fourth day.
The Leyland line steamer Canadian from Boston to Liverpool has collided off the southwest coast of Ireland. Tugs have been sent from Queenstown for aid. The vessel carried no passengers and no further details were available due to heavy war news.
Gloucester notes a new moon on Aug 21 and primary dates for the Moon phases through Sept 12. It marks 226th day of the year with 84 minutes of daylight loss and lists Venus Mars and Jupiter visible in early evening. Auto lamps at 7 03 and cars at 7 23. Anniversary note recalls Washington DC attacked by Britain a century ago.
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for Monday showers and Tuesday fair with moderate west to northwest winds. Washington bulletin notes New England outlook: local showers Monday and Tuesday probably fair.
Rome reports large crowds at St. Peter's paying tribute before the Altar of Confession where Pope Pius rests. The third cardinal meeting discussed the upcoming conclave and possible candidates, with speculation that a political pope may be chosen and that foreign papacy is unlikely.
Northampton August 23. A few cars manned by strike breakers ran briefly but were met by stones and blocked by cars on the tracks. Mayor Feiker advised returning the cars to the barn while Bernard G. Supple, secretary of the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration, works to set a conference between the men and company officials tomorrow.
A telegram from Lille says the first train carrying British wounded has passed Lille. Destination and origin of the wounds remain unknown.
Special Correspondent reports the first major East Prussian clash ends in a Russian victory after six days of battle over a 30 mile front near the Eydtkuhnen railway. German forces, including three army corps, were forced back as Russians seized guns and repelled their assaults. The Germans asked for an armistice for wounded, which was refused.
The Emperor of Japan announced war on Germany after Germany failed to surrender Kiao Chou. The government orders land and sea operations and the imperial rescript inaugurates hostilities in the Far East, reflecting public support for Britain’s ally.
Rotterdam dispatch reports the Cologne Gazette defends Germany's Brussels tax as lawful retaliation for Belgian actions. The piece argues heavy burdens on Brussels reflect war rights, including quartering troops and supplying the army, until Belgian resources are exhausted. The text claims this will deter attacks on German civilians and upholds legal punishment for Belgian offenses.
London reports 36 hours of heavy fighting as Germany attacks French and British forces guarding Belgium near the French frontier. Details are sparse, but authorities say more men have ever been engaged in a single conflict. Germans press along the line, piercing some entrenchments.
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