Die Is Cast War Looms as Europe Prepares for Titanic Struggle
A St. Petersburg despatch quotes a Russian official declaring the die is cast and only a miracle can avert war. Censors pass Russia orders mobilization on the border as Serbia remains in Austria's hands. Across Europe the sense of peace fades while hope for averted catastrophe persists amid mounting tensions.
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Cape Cod Canal Dedication Marks Its Historic Opening
At Buzzards Bay and Sandwich Cape Cod Canal was formally dedicated to commerce and humanitarian goals by sponsor August Belmont. A flotilla of 14 vessels led by an excursion ship and including a U S warship navigated the $12 000 000 waterway as thousands cheered its readiness for peace or war benefits amid ceremonies and speeches praising Belmont and the canal’s promise.
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President Wilson Congratulates on Great Work
The president sent a telegram praising the completion of a major project described as benefiting the nation’s commerce. The note appears to be continued on page 16.
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Two Trolley Cars Collide Wounding Twenty In Lynn
Twenty persons injured when two trolley cars collided near St. Joseph's cemetery Broadway Lynn as three open cars from General Electric River works to Peabody passed a cutout. A steel open car numbered 6110 entered the single track causing the crash. Continued on Page 5 Third Column.
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Portland Gloucester Newport Track Times
A fragment lists journey times from Portland to Gloucester and Newport with durations 24m 26m and 3h 28m earlier, reflecting a travel schedule note in the clipping.
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Newport
Evening Sky and Anniversaries From July Season
Sun at 7 07, Moon eight days old sets 10 58. Moon phase cycles July 22 new, July 29 first quarter, August 5 full. Day 211 of year, 39th of summer, 14 hours daylight, 84 minutes lengthening decrease 45 minutes. Evening stars Venus in west, Mars faint. morning stars Saturn and Jupiter. Auto lamps at 7 37, other vehicles 8 07. Today’s anniversaries include ao Penn founder of Pennsylvania died and humorist Robert J Burdette born 1844. Peneoarenes, Penn burned by Confederates. One year ago today ex-President Castro failed revolution in Venezuela.
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Cloudy Thursday and Clear Friday Forecast for Boston Area
The forecast calls for cloudy skies in Boston and surrounding areas Thursday with little temperature change. Friday should be fair with moderate northeast and north winds. In New England, expected conditions mirror cloudy Thursday and fair Friday.
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Burdett Business College Open for September Enrollments
Yesterday's temperatures reported by Thompson's Spa show a high of 78 and a low of 60 with mid readings around 63. The Burdett Business College announces openings for September 8 at 18 Boylston Street.
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Americans Flee War Zone From Carlsbad to Vienna
London July 29 Americans crowd Carlsbad as news arrives that war is unavoidable. Prominent figures and hundreds of Americans rush to Vienna on the first trains Sunday morning amid growing panic and evacuation efforts.
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Late Arrivals at Station Face Slim Chance to Continue
The report notes that those arriving late at the railroad station had a very small chance to continue their journey, with details continued on Page -First Column.
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Yesterday's Baseball Results Across Leagues
National games saw Boston beat Chicago 8 to 3 and St Louis top Philadelphia 8 to 5. New York defeated Pittsburg 1–0 while Cincinnati beat Brooklyn 8–5. American results include Boston 8 Chicago 4 and New York 6 Cleveland 2 with a second New York win 10–6. Federal era saw Chicago 4 Buffalo 3 and Baltimore 4 Kansas City 5. New England and Colontal minor scores listed. Horsford's Acid Phosphate advertisement closes the page.
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Belgrade Occupied by Austrian Troops After Bombardment
Vienna dispatch reports Belgrade fell to Austrian forces following heavy Danube gunboat bombardment on Wednesday. The occupation confirms ongoing Austrian advance in the region.
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Vienna
Exchange Telegraph Company
Belgrade
Day's Developments in Austro-Servian War Mobilizations
Reports from Belgrade and Berlin describe Russian troop mobilization along the western frontier, assaults on Servian forces, and potential war moves. Diplomats warn of growing tensions as Austria-Hungary, Germany, and France consider actions while Britain and Russia push mobilization and naval postures.
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Czar Calls Out Army Reserves
St Petersburg reports the Emperor tonight issues a call to the colors, mobilizing an immense number of reservists as imperial authorities announce a major expansion of military service.
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Belgrade shelled as siege intensifies in Serbia
Telegram from Nish dated July 29 reports Belgrade bombarded at night with shells striking Franco-Servian and Andrevitch banks, injuring M. Andrevitch. Banks lodge protest at the German legation. Artillery duels continue at Vidhnitza, three and a half miles from Belgrade.
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Russia Mobilizes as War Looms Over Servia Crisis
In St Petersburg dated July 29 Russia presses toward war with Servia, partial mobilization ordered, an imperial manifesto expected, and Nicholas rumored as generalissimo. Russia shows confident unity across parties and rejects Austria’s terms after Belgrade occupation proposal.
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