04 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1914
Page
1
British officials report German forces push into Belgian territory near Verviers as a Breslau energy bombardment hits Bona Algeria. A Berlin bill proposes 1.25 billion dollars to fund current war efforts and Americans in Paris appeal for relief ships from Washington.
Negotiations for a peaceful transfer of Mexico City to the constitutionalists failed as Carbajal peace commissioners refused Carranza conditions. Castellott conferred with Secretary Bryan who had no Carranza word. Carranza reportedly ordered a 70 000 man advance on Mexico City. The peace delegation’s mission is believed unsuccessful.
German soldiers crossed into French territory near Mars La Tour and an army aeroplane dropped three bombs on the fortified town of Lunéville. No casualties reported.
Kronprinzessin Cecilie, a North German Lloyd steamer with over 10 million dollars in gold, reaches Bar Harbor Maine after four days of evasive travel from New York City. Officers, fearing capture near Plymouth England, directed a rapid return through fog with no lights.
A Nish dispatch reports Austrians defeated near Semendria by Servians on Sunday with heavy losses. Austrian forces had pressed to cross the Save for six days but failed to breach Servian lines as of today.
Rumors sweep Brussels that Germany has declared war on Belgium. Reports say German troops crossed the frontier at Gemmenich near the Dutch border. A special train with security officials from the National Bank of Belgium reportedly departed for Antwerp during the night.
London reports Germany issues its second ultimatum to Belgium dated August 4. Berlin says it is prepared to use force if necessary to carry out any measures it deems essential.
Great Britain issued a hard ultimatum to Germany today in London announcing a demand for reply and action. The move signals escalating tensions as wartime diplomacy intensifies amid uncertainties of response and consequences.
Paris reports that Germany demanded French passports and severed diplomatic relations, effectively declaring war. The source claims Germany executed former French War Society president Samain and imprisoned Metz residents tied to the group.
The House of Commons voted 528 million dollars for emergency needs in a swift session. Several bills passed in five minutes with no opposition. King George’s mobilization proclamation was read at the Royal Exchange steps.
The armored cruiser Tennessee will sail from New York tomorrow carrying between five and eight million dollars in gold for relief of Americans stranded in Europe. The exact gold sources are not yet determined and the nations at war will be notified about the expedition to prevent complications.
Paris dispatch reports German forces penetrated France at Longlaville and Cirey yesterday. Additional incursions are noted today as German troops press raids near the frontier. French outposts remain within the six mile unoccupied zone along the border.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a president proclaiming neutrality and informing the State Department around August in a wartime context, with incomplete lines mentioning acceptance of a policy and official communication.
Three thousand coal miners from 26 Kansas mines quit work as their UMWA contract expired July 31. A joint operators and union talks ongoing across Missouri Kansas Arkansas Oklahoma aim to draft a new pact. The walkout reportedly stems from a misunderstanding among the miners.
The August 4 1914 communication from Dr. Smith as president of the Corona Park Board commends the board's work and notes limited funding. It also hints that former member Nichols remains a city helper while highlighting local scholars in classics botany and materia medica.
The German embassy states that no Americans may leave Germany during mobilization and that foreigners are barred from departure. It also notes a state of war exists between France and Germany, signaling war though not a formal declaration.
August 4 report says a detachment of Russian frontier guards from Krottin gen was driven back by a portion of Memel garrison at the German seaport.
The Japanese foreign office said today that if the war reaches the Far East and England is involved, Japan may participate in fulfilling the Anglo Japanese alliance. In Washington President Wilson asked Congress for 2 500 000 dollars for relief of Americans in Europe.
The piece recounts how August got its name from Augustus Caesar and his watchful waiting during a Rome Egypt crisis. It notes Antony and Cleopatra's downfall after Actium and Rome’s peacekeeping, ending with Sextilis becoming August to honor Caesar and his peaceful image.
The piece celebrates reforms, noting Huerta in Mexico, currency reform, and trusts under pressure. It claims evildoing is curbed, privilege weakened, and calls for steadfast progress as summer scenes and fashion are hinted at in a Palm Beach scene.
Provisional President Carbajal in Washington questions U S knowledge of General Carranza plans as Carranza forces reportedly advance southward despite peace conference calls for a halt to hostilities.
At a morning meeting the Corona City Board of Trustees discussed rising sales of Jamaica ginger and malt tonic, noting many drunks are intoxicated by the drink. Chief Ramsey said drug stores cigar stands and stores sell it with 93 percent alcohol in Jamaica ginger and similar content in malt. A proposed list of habitual drinkers was suggested to curb sales to them, but Ramsey warned sellers would evade restrictions by placing a clerk in charge unaware of the ban. The board considered restrictions but faced challenges in enforcement and preserving legitimate pharmacy trade.
A Coronan party enjoyed a riverside picnic on the Santa Ana at Prado. Attendees include Mrs W R Hutchinson Mrs KE Towne Miss Harriet Millbanks Myra Bateman Ruby Griggs the Misses Florence and Jennie Taylor and young Dorothy Doris Taylor Mrs George Nowlin and son Georgie Miss Louise Brown Mrs W C Wood and son Robert Marie Fitzpatrick and Mrs Clara Davey. They rode the 7:25 train this morning and expect the 5:26 train home.
Joe Scott, a member of Car.0 Fredericks' campaign committee, described a remarkable vote getting power at Dreamland Rio in San Francisco. The remark suggests strong support as the editor notes continued discussion on page 4.
A newspaper column notes a proposal requiring prescription for ginger purchases and granting druggists discretion over buyers. Mr. Ramsey was told to stop ginger sales by firms unless a physician's order is presented, except for individuals whose other beverage use reveals need. The board doubts druggists can determine buyer intent by frequency and equity.
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