Turkey Yet to Decline War Inference Says Turkish Ambassador
The Turkish ambassador A Rustem Bey states Turkey will refuse Britain and allies demands over German ships Breslau and Goeven that sought refuge in Turkish waters and were seized by Britain. He claims Turkey retains rights as a neutral and warns actions could push Turkey toward war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Britain
Breviau
Eng
Goben
Lwod
Sftia
Turkey
Breslau
Goeven
Belgium Shaken by Rumble of German Cannon
A scrambled dispatch reports thousands of German heavy cannons massing on the front as Belgium battles in a broader struggle with German forces. The piece notes Belgian and allied positions facing rapid enemy moves and shifting retreats, with unclear details on a decisive outcome and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
No decisive battle yet in war between powers
The report notes no decisive engagement has occurred as German forces move cautiously in the vast theaters. It highlights the strain on supply lines and the immense effort required by commissaries amid the Russia France Britain and Belgium fronts.
German ships burned in Antwerp harbor attack
Copenhagen dispatch reports that an attack in Antwerp harbor resulted in German ships set on fire and torched. The incident involved destruction and pillaging of additional German vessels as the harbor burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antwerp
Mol
Veniel
Murder Suicide After Love Rejection in New Orleans
In New Orleans on August 1 a man killed his sweetheart and a friend then fatally wounded Minnie Davis, nineteen, and Annie Matthews, eighteen, who protected her. He then killed himself. The case centers on a broken marriage proposal and a personal crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terrieh
Axe
Minnie Davis
Annie Matthews
Hornsby Bond Fined At 100 Dollars In Murder Case
Roms Hornsby charged with murder after shooting an unknown man near the Atlantic Coast Line. He appeared for a preliminary hearing before Judge Crawford today and was granted bond of 100 dollars. The state presented witnesses to prove the killing. the defense waived testimony on bond. Prosecutor T. H. Crawford and H. K. Martin represented the state. E. F. Hall and B. L. O. G. Farmer represented Hornsby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford
Montenerrin Troops Invade Austria Coast
A Rome dispatch reports Montenerrin troops aided by Haresgevina inhabitants are advancing into Austria as the coast blockade shows signs of ending. The situation is described as a successful invasion proceeding from Monte toward Austrian shores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Auk
Rome
Haresgevina
Austria
Montgomery Women Sail Safely From Liverpool
New York reports seven Montgomery Alabama men sailed safely from Liverpool aboard the Dominion ship on Wednesday. The dispatch notes military movements amid Britain’s wartime traffic and signals potential Allied troop developments in Europe as August updates arrive from Paris and Parisian sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Montgomery
Ala
Bars
Cook
Liverpool
War talk from Paris and Potsdam reported in disjointed cipher
The fragmentary feed cites Paris source Pichon now editor of Petit Journal claiming war declarations against Germany. Separate item mentions Major General Von Vussow and a casualty event near the German frontier, with sparse names and places suggesting a broad war update.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Efan
Pichon
Petit Jouraa
Ab Walmpaactialte
Deme
Luxemburg
von Vussow
Breth
Prince von
Jom Hesvy
Buetow
Salvationists Wroght Up In Alleged Fire Pact Claims
Residents accuse Salvation Army officials of involvement in a house fire on East Crawford Street. They say Salvationists resent what they view as a suspected pact to burn the house.
Young Men to Meet Monday
A general meeting of the Young Men's Club is set for Monday at 7 30 in the club rooms on North Foster Street. All members and prospective members are urged to attend and participate in the planned program and discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Foster Street
Presidents Friends Urge Wilson to Take Vacation
Washington friends urge President Wilson to take a two week break. The Mayflower, the presidential yacht, has arrived at the Washington navy yard and a possible Atlantic voyage on her late next week is suggested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Aug
Wilson
Washington Navy Yard
Wilton
Atlantic Orean
Amendments to Shipping Law Prompted by Fire Inquiry
Washington reports advance of shipping law amendments aimed at opening American registry to foreign action as European events prompt scrutiny. Adjutant Grimshaw defends official stance while questions remain about a mysterious fire origin and weather conditions. An envoy described a dog jumping at a window amid observations of a table and armed window antic actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Aug
Watson
Attempted Winkle Canavian Attack on Port Arthur Station
Unclear report describes an attempted assault on a government wireless station near Port Arthur Ontario by two men who fled after firing shots at Operator Bartlet and his staff. Adjutant Grimshaw stated donations to the Salvation Army have waned while the station remains under military guard and repairs are possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipes
Man
Gvernmen
Port Arthur
Ont
Adjutant Grimshaw
Emperor Joseph II Era in Austria Hungary
Fragmentary report from Vienna outlines Emperor Francis Joseph I’s long reign and a glimpse of Archduke Rudolph and other relatives. It notes the heavy work schedule of rulers, his late 19th century context, and references to broader European events and figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wather
Austria
Mervia
Ruiporer
Francia
Ferdinand
Dial Monse
Rivedouthe
Panama Canal Formally Opens Amid Ceremony
The Panama Canal was formally opened today with dignitaries including Colonel Goethals present. Officials and guests observed the launch of a new era in maritime passage as ships began using the canal to reach the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Goethals
Panama
German plane shot down in Polish border action
A dispatch from London reports a German aircraft observing Asian movements was fired on and downed near the Polish government area. Four German officers were killed in the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bt. Folershute Ware
Orcupanta
Austrians Repulsed Along Danube Frontier Report
A Bechauxe Telegram dispatch from Ninh shows four hundred thousand Austrians in a concentrated attack along the Serving frontier were repulsed and driven back toward the Danube. Fighting continues as Austrian footholds are questioned amid strategic maneuvers and heavy shelling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danube
Paymaster Shot by Auto Bandits in Heist
A paymaster was shot and killed by auto bandits during a robbery in progress. The victim, identified as Fred Boller, was ambushed while transporting funds and died from gunfire. Police are investigating the assault as a deliberate robbery tied to the Lon ta Retéleha gang.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AUTO
Louie
Fred Boller
Jomeletta
Lonta ‘Retéleha
Barreti Tue Rhating Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
A. Rustem Bey
Vervewels
Helegium
Aterm
Russia
France
England
Wien
Greece
Athens
Ottotoman
Alexandria, Epynt
Marienbac
Here
Baggageleas
Europe
Chase French
Shadman
Exchange Telegraph Company
Tial
Paris
Fk Lorraine
Piro
Alerage
Care
Dave
Fifer
Ines
Hiddu Said
MOK
Ntwei
Taonilon
Copenhagen
Wally Newn Quotua
Ant Jang
New Orleans
Baga
M. A
Hornsby Bond
Roms Horns
Pissenser
Austiaat
Monte
Waly Ue
Ausria
Geneva
Mary
Stalin
Importaes Bette
Parix
Hattle
Japan
Corman
Bettie
Salvationists
Adjetaht and
Mr. Grimtaw
Eant Crawford
Salvation Army
Provident O. J. Temp
Montaguiery
Strichg
Chok
Mrs. Girishar
Jeume
Amer
Conyil
Ttely
Budapest
Hungary
Grimabaw
Sferrat
Fren
Necfar
Ale
Walter
Jany
O Dothan
Bartlet
Abe
Dominion
Bourne
Grimshaw Wan
Army
Witswatte
Tee
Howe
Pegmray Iene
Tuguerr Queen Voluntwre AK Nurhe
Vienna
Bui
Franche J . August Uhh
Bes
Aueteia
Avetria
Joseph Waa
Iene
Keaprons
Othieibi
Maximiien
Sevaria
Jon
Switserland
Bret
Majesty Wan
Fachl
Archduke Rudolph, the
Mhoruy
Queretaro
Fran
Anetdute
Golph
Benther
Ead
Hin
Francis
Joseph
Amelie
Ambrion
Bem
Oreenbt
Newspapre
Panama Canal
The
Uraman Abidoni
Nish
Fondon
Bechauxe
Pany
Ninh
Frontier
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!