Germany in fury at Britain's act
The British foreign office released Sir William Goschen's report on the rupture of diplomatic relations with Germany. It details the Aug 8 exchange with Gottlieb von Jagow over Belgian neutrality, Germany's insistence on advancing through Belgium, and Britain’s plan to demand passports if no assurances were given by midnight. The chancellor Bethmann-Hollweg condemned Britain's move, while Goschen pressed for Britain to defend Belgium's neutrality.
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Greely predicts real war developments around November
General A W Greely, famed arctic explorer, believes decisive European war moves will not occur until about November 1. He spoke during the Nine teenth Massachusetts reunion on the Civil War departure anniversary, noting Germany's early momentum but questioning its supply lines.
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Diplomatic incident as Britain and Germany edge toward war
The report details Germany and Britain on the brink of war after a telegram implied a British pledge would be breached. It describes anti British protests before the Berlin embassy, police action, and apologies from German officials. It notes the ambassador’s praise of courteous conduct by Herr von Jagow and the foreign office.
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Vast Russian Army Estimated at Twenty Million Strong
Telegram from St Petersburg to the Post extols the Russian army’s adequacy of equipment and supplies. It asserts Russia can muster 20,000,000 men for the current campaign and claims German opposition is broken. Konigsberg is described as easily confined by a sufficient force as Russian units advance.
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Record crowd at Marshfield Fair politicians day
Marshfield August 27. The largest crowd ever at Marshfield Fair turned out for the annual politicians day with candidates for all offices visiting. Governor Walsh spoke on Agriculture in Massachusetts to loud ovations as society grandstand overflowed and the annual dinner filled the dining hall.
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Boston Horse Show Chief A W Davis Mourned
A. W. Davis of Boston, noted for his success in running the horse show, was missed as his wife died in a hospital late Wednesday evening.
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Cave‑in kills man in trench at Pittsfield
Pittsfield August 27 Daniel Rowan Towan foreman of the street department died when a trench caved in during explosive work. Fellow workers dug four hours before his body was recovered. He was 50 years old.
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