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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1914
Page
10
Readable portions detail discounts on untrimmed hats in Milan plus trimmed hats and Panamas. Also listed are corsets, undergarments, gowns, lace, ribbons, remnants, wall papers, glassware, and clothing essentials with prices and sale terms. The item list covers numerous fabric remnants and home goods across categories.
Vienna reports the Emperor declares war to defend Austria Hungary against Serbia. The manifesto laments Serbia’s hostility and calls for military action to protect the monarchy’s dignity and safeguard its possessions. It criticizes Serbian propaganda and attacks as a breach of pledged peace.
The ruler proclaims a solemn resolve praising loyal subjects for sacrifices and trust in Austria-Hungary’s forces. He speaks of duty before the Almighty, confidence in the nation, and divine blessing for victory as he addresses the entire people.
Vienna despatches note telegrams accepted at sender risk as telegraph office overflows with July 27 dispatches. war correspondent Martin Donahue reports King Peter in Belgrade then Vish to assume control. Skupshtina meets at Nish calls up all able bodied men. Belgrade shops close. drums beat as last foreign residents depart.
The report describes Belgrade as defenceless with Serb forces unseen and Austrian guns dominating the city. It cites a St Petersburg despatch linking the crisis to Germany’s stance and warns that Russia would mobilize if Austria occupies Serbian territory, risking general war.
The Grat tan Guards, an Irish volunteer company formed last Sunday, plan a mass meeting next Tuesday at Ellison Encampment Hall Fields Corner. Membership sits at 100 with a goal of 600, forming six full companies. Two committees were appointed to organize the mass meeting and to raise funds for equipment and formation. Plans include securing a city playground as a drilling site.
The Perry Mason Company owner of Youth's Companion has purchased land at Commonwealth avenue and St. Paul street in Allston to build a new plant and move there soon. The exact building plans are not finalized, but management cites a general business trend toward expansion in that direction.
Worcester July 28 John Kissell 41 of Quincy died at St Vincent's Hospital from injuries received last Friday in Webster while operating an automatic raking machine. He leaves a widow and two children.
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