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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1914
Page
4
The Gazette of Venice prints a Malta crafted proclamation to Trieste citizens promising protection by Britain in anticipation of occupation. It urges resumption of sea trade while assuring safety from war, though authenticity remains unconfirmed and has stirred strong reaction in Italy.
Paris dispatch reports the conclave to elect Pope Pius successors not yet scheduled. The Messagero notes the date remains undecided and likely will not occur before September 5 as several cardinals cannot reach Rome until then.
The article outlines a German advance through Belgium toward Rheims and Laon to turn the French right, with Namur as a staging point. It notes French concentration near Laon and Rheims, risks of distributed lines, and suggests Belgium operations aim to disrupt Allied defenses and shield the coast from British action.
Masses for the repose of Pope Pius X were said yesterday in the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and other churches in the diocese. A solemn pontifical high mass of requiem will be celebrated at 10 o clock this morning at the cathedral with Bishop Anderson presiding and Rev P J Supple delivering the sermon. The Cathedral choir led by Pio de Luca will provide music as seminarians from St Johns Brighton join sanctuary musicians in the responses. Catholic churches across the diocese are draped in mourning and will hold additional masses in coming days.
Ostend Times correspondent reports at least 200000 German troops near Brussels. A 10000 strong garrison camps at Koschelberg with heavy artillery heading by motor to Grammmont and Mudenard.
A Rome despatch quoted by Messagero claims Emperor Francis Joseph is dying and Prince William of Wied fled Albania, while later reports deny the illness and say no such departure occurred. Other Rome dispatches also deny leaving Durazzo by the prince, noting two of his sons left instead.
An article argues disease occurs from germs entering the body but most illness is prevented by strong blood resistance. It promotes Dr Williams Pill Pills as a tonic to boost health, advices proper food and fresh air, and offers free booklets from Dr Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady NY.
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