England Declares War on Germany Amid Global Tensions
Associated Press reports from London and beyond on August 5 describe England declaring war on Germany, naval moves, troop mobilizations, and German advances on Russia and France. The dispatch notes attacks on ships, captures, battles on the Belgian and French fronts, and mediation efforts by President Wilson as alarms intensify across Europe.
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Associated Press
London
England
Germany
Washington
Wilson
Europe
Hague
Bryan
Good Roads Trip Postponed After Heavy Rains
Two heavy rains in the southern part of the county made the Bryan to Navasota road nearly impassable for an auto and the road inspection trip was temporarily abandoned. About twenty auto owners volunteered, with county citizens ready to go when conditions improve to inspect roads Grimes County has built.
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Bryan
Navasota
Grimes County
Figures Given On Terrible Wreck Near Joplin
Joplin Missouri August 6 Reuters reports a wreck last night resulted in thirty nine dead eight missing and twenty five seriously injured as recovery work continues at the scene with officials awaiting further details.
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Associated Press
Joplin, Mo
Joplin
Forfeiture Of 100000 Acres Of State School Land
Austin August 6 J T Robison land commissioner announced the forfeiture of about 100000 acres of school land for non payment of interest to November 1 1913 The land will be offered for sale next Monday August 10 Purchasers should visit the land office Saturday to learn which tracts have not been redeemed Settlement land will be forfeited within a few days.
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Austin
Texas
J. T. Robison
Robison
Demand for Immediate Release of Americans Interned
Representations have been made to the German government for the immediate release of Americans interned there during mobilization. Charge Clausse of the French embassy told Secretary Bryan that France would not follow Germany's example and would welcome US transports in French ports. Clausse inquired if the treasure ship could be received and protected in French waters.
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Associated Press
Washington
Charge Clausse
Bryan
France
Germany
United States
Clausse
Navy Reforms Make Discharge Easier for Dissatisfied Sailors
The New York Commercial reports Secretary Daniels plans to allow enlisted sailors who are unhappy with service to obtain an honorable discharge and to substitute dishonorable discharge for desertion. The shift reflects a broader change in naval culture from harsh discipline to professional, respectable service.
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Navy
Daniels
Dr. Johnson
England
Great Britain
United States Naval Service
Naval Service
New York Commercial
Fifty Million Dollars Daily in War Costs Across Europe
A Waco Times-Herald report cites Prof. Charles Richet's table estimating daily wartime expenses for Europe in a general conflict. Total costs reach about 49.95 million dollars per day covering feed, pay, transport, munitions, medical care, and destruction. The piece notes America would benefit at first but later share the burden as demand and prices rise.
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Durazzo
Servia
Austria
Richet
Waco Times-Herald
Retrospect on the roots of Europe’s crisis and great powers
A retrospective trace links Napoleonic legends, Bismarck era expansion, and British sea power to today’s crisis. The article notes four core forces—France, Germany, Russia, and Britain—shaping alliances and fears, from Napoleonic aid to the Italian revolt through the Triple Entente and evolving national ambitions.
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Napoleon III
Europe
Rusia
Germany
Bismarck
Great Britain
Napoleon Til
Austria
Bismark
Prussia
France
England
Russia
War fears fade as groups avert conflict despite looming disaster
The New York Times notes that two groups have avoided general war despite widespread belief war was near. The paper highlights peace desires and fear of war's consequences amid paralyzed financial markets and collapsing credit systems, with immense value losses anticipated under a broader conflict.
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New York, Times
Street Improvement Progress on West Burleson and Red Top
The I. and G. N Railroad carries out grading and gravelling on nearly two blocks of West Burleson street while three more blocks are ditched and graded. Work proceeds slowly with picks and shovels. Red Top street work by the city also advances.
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West Burleson Street
Red Top Street
Street Cut Down From Two To Four Feet On By Leson To Caldwell
A street section from By Leson to Caldwell has been reduced to four feet in depth. The change narrows passage and may affect traffic and access while work continues. No dated timeline provided or official agency cited.
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Byleson
Caldwell Street
Post Office Receipts Show July Decline From 1912
Post office receipts for July reach 1273.63 dollars, higher than 1177.49 a year earlier but down 96.14 from July 1912. Officials call last month among the dullest of the year for the office.
Robertson County Prohibition Vote Keeps County Wet
Robertson County Texas August 6 report shows the prohibition election yesterday left the county wet with an anti majority of 179.
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Antis
Hearne
Texas
Mexican Hurt After Car Strike Near Benchley
A Mexican man was brought in yesterday from Benchley on the Southbound Hustler after being struck by a small motor car on the railroad track near Benchley. He was sent to Houston for treatment at the railroad hospital in that city.
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Benchley
Houston
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Morfonteline
Millican
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University of Paris
Italy
Robertson County
Wer
Severa
Gothard
Price
Severa’s
W.F. Severa CO
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Villa Maria Academy
ST. Ursula’s Hill
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Gulf of Mexico
Villa Maria
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