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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1914
Page
1
A German assault announced Liege’s capture with wild public rejoicing. Reports from Brussels note disrupted communication and fears of breach, but Belgian officials say the fortifications remain intact as of Sunday.
United Press reports from Washington that war department sources in Europe show American tourists in Europe faring better than feared. Secretary of War Garrison predicts minimal transport and relief needs, with ships possibly needed for only a few ports. About 20,000 Americans are in England and about 50,600 in continental Europe.
Paris reports the French army has entered Mulhausen the fortified city as part of the Alsace Lorraine operations. London sources claim the capture came after a bayonet assault and heavy artillery fire with German forces reportedly routing and suffering heavy losses on both sides.
Reports say Austria and Russia engage on multiple fronts as Austria massed on the Russian border. Britain and France reinforce Belgium and Alsace Lorraine. British naval activity, German colonia losses in Togoland, and heavy fighting at Liege with vast casualties.
London reports late night sudden shifts in the war. Paris says Mulhausen has been taken by French forces in Alsace Lorraine. The German cable remained silent as the news circulated.
United Press reports fierce combat at Liege where German corps under Von Emmich failed to breach Belgian forts. King Albert led cavalry to flank the Germans, inflicting heavy casualties as Belgian aviators aided with signaling. Many prisoners taken and guns damaged while forts held firm as battle crossed the day’s end.
The forecast calls for continued warm conditions Sunday with local thunder showers. Temperatures may ease at night and Monday bring a cooler start.
Several good bargains on slightly used upright pianos taken in exchange for players. Prices start at 135 dollars. W F Freder ick Piano Co located at 218 Tuse st offers these deals.
Tickets available for the Seeandbee steamer excursion with events announced by Bell and Stark. Also notice of Louisville Orphans Picnic scheduled for Wednesday August 12 at Meyers Lake with advance advertising dates 2 7 9 14 16 21.
Primary registration opens Monday August 19 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Adv 8-19.
Business men excursion to Cedar Point and Put-In-Bay on Wednesday August 19. Round trip ticket price one dollar and fifty cents. Tickets available at W. and L. E. depot.
An advertisement urges readers to visit Fredericks at 218 Tuse Street to hear the Victor tone, promising a matchless sound with a Victor machine, Victor records, and a Victor needle.
Canandaigua New York advertises High Hopped Ale on draught at Neal A Doughjerty 113 Court Ave SW in an Adv notice dated July 8 2.
Mrs Rachel Netro, 28 to 30, vanished Thursday evening at Meyers Lake during a group outing. Her husband reported her missing and both the local police and county sheriff were asked to search. Two young children are left crying at 811 2nd St SE as officials investigate a possible drowning.
Democratic guidance explains that Judge J Foster Wilkin seeks a second term on the Supreme Court. Voters should mark Wilkin first and then choose between Crow or Marriott for Shauck's seat, as all candidates are listed alphabetically.
An old advertisement notes needle wear with each play and prices needles at five cents per hundred. It compares record costs and urges hearing the Victor at Fredericks 218 Tuse Street West.
Tickets are now available at the W. L. EB depot as advertised.
Announcement invites attendance at the Dueber-Hampden picnic at Euclid Beach Cleveland on Saturday August 16. Fare one dollar for adults and fifty cents for children. Travel via B and O Railroad. Grandpa Army band to provide music.
Round trip fare listed as $1.50. Tickets available at W. and L. Depot now.
An eight year old girl, daughter of Mr and Mrs Albert Harbert of 1425 Henry Ave SW, was struck by an automobile driven by Miss Gertrude Harris near Market Ave Saturday evening. The child, who told her mother Dont worry mamma Im not hurt, suffered extensive bruising but could walk to Dr A W Cloud for treatment before being sent home. The incident marked a repeated accident for Miss Harris, according to police.
Seventeen year old Ralph Staudt of 3136 Tuscarawas Street sustained a fracture and dislocation of his left wrist after a fall while playing tennis on Saturday. He was attended by Dr. F. E. Brant.
Canton and Niagara Falls offer a four eighty round trip by N O T lines aboard the new steamer Seeand Bee for August 14. It promises a delightful weekend outing with a five day return limit. Reserve at the N O T ticket office by noon on the 14th. Adv 8 9 10 11.
Advertisement notes a Laurer Kraut Supper and dinner service at the Louisville orphan's picnic, inviting attendees to partake in a community event hosted with traditional meals.
Large wall maps created by Liam Huge show Europe with warring army positions marked by tiny colorful pins. The displays drew quick interest from senators and representatives, surpassing attention to current legislation.
Secretary McAdoo will review expanding Treasury silver purchases early next week in reaction to lighthearted requests from western mining and smelting firms. The note also includes an old rail and schedule string with dates and routing references.
An advertisement urges attendance at the Orphans Picnic with a reminder to remember the date and be present. It emphasizes participation and communal support for the event.
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