Japan Declares War on the Kaiser in World War I Term
The emperor of Japan declares war on Germany at the end of Japan’s ultimatum over Kiao-Chow. Tokyo orders land and sea operations while Berlin reportedly hands passports to the Japanese envoy. French and British forces retreat from some positions as heavy losses are reported and German and French lines shift along the Meuse and Lorraine sectors.
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Germans Retreat as Russians Advance in East Europe
St. Petersburg reports German Division in full retreat across the Angeraph in east Russia. Russians hold the crossing near Barkehmen while advancing to Johannisburg Ortelsburg and Willenberg west of Mazar lake per Reuters Telegram dispatch.
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Ortelsburg
Willenberg
All Nations May Use Wireless
President Wilson and Secretary Bryan near a decision on how far the United States will enforce neutrality in wireless communications and overseas telegraphy. The policy seeks practical limits on transoceanic messages and station use amid growing international tension.
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Washington
Refugees Landed As Ships Return From Europe
Two thousand Americans stranded in Europe at war's start have reached New York aboard the French liner France with 1,400 from Harve and the Stampalia with 622 from Italy. Outgoing transatlantic ships include the Celtic carrying about 200 passengers while the Creole sails empty on a relief mission to Liverpool. The France waited days at Harve before under escort by torpedo boats and cruisers began the voyage home on August 14.
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Red Cross fund raised aboard neutrals during embargo protest
The liner openly identified and docked amid protests over the embargo. A crowd raised 4000 dollars for the French Red Cross, accepted by Captain Mourrand with a pledge that all war Red Cross societies share in the proceeds.
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Battle Rages Near Charleroi Belgium
Central News report from Rosen aal Netherlands notes a major battle underway near Charleroi with German forces rushing troops. It states German troops occupy villages from Louvain to Alo to guard a railway passage while only a few German scouts patrol Ghente.
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English girl disguised as man joins war flight crew in Dijon
Gendarmes in Dijon halted a 20 year old English girl who wore a military aviator’s uniform and short hair while traveling with a group of Vau aviators. The misfit was discovered and will be sent back to her parents.
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War Bulletins From the Front Across Europe
The Daily Telegraph reports Kelvians losses total 10 000 including killed wounded and prisoners. Albanian insurgents are said to have entered Avlona and raised their flag. Montenegrin troops repulsed an Austrian attack at Rahovo taking 150 prisoners and killing 300. Poincare presided a three hour Elysee meeting on the military situation. Belgian forts at Liege and Namur reportedly remain in Belgian hands. August 27 is named as the mobilization date for Italy.
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French and British Face Kaiser Assault in Great Battle
Paris reports a vast clash extending from Mots to the Luabmburg frontier. French and British forces, joint with the Expeditionary troops, say they have gone on the offensive against nearly the entire German army. The front is heavily wooded on the right and the battle is expected to last several days. Officials note it is impossible to follow every movement and that details will wait the first phase outcomes.
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Russian Journal Derides Germans Across Front
London reports The Times St Petersburg correspondent casts doubt on German military prowess citing Eydtkuhnen fighting and a Novoe Vremya account. Dispatches note Russian advantage with bayonet charges and German forces retreating. It also claims Japan’s ultimatum prompts limited alliance against German aggression.
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Frantic Flight of Tourists Described
International News Service reporter Bruno Lessing recalls the chaos as war erupts in Europe. From Austria to Germany and on to Holland, passengers on the Nieuw Amsterdam witness mobilization, censorship, deserting towns, open stations, crowded trains, and frightened travelers racing toward safety.
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Zeppelin Bombs Antwerp as Crew Is Captured
Antwerp reports a German Zeppelin dropped seven bombs including near the royal palace causing seven deaths and six injuries. Fort Hemixem shot it down. crew of 25 captured. London and The Hague publish ongoing battle updates with Belgian casualties and Allied losses.
British Women Army Plans Stirring Campaign
London reports a proposed regimental force of women led by Lady Cook with aims to organize 160,000 female workers as a national defense. Proponents cite Queen Amelie of Portugal and the duchess of Marlborough as examples while evoking Kipling to claim women can be effective fighters for Britain.
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Powell Clayton Dies in Washington at 81
General Powell Clayton, noted statesman diplomat and soldier, dies at his Washington apartment at age 81. He passed away last night, ending a storied career in public service and military leadership.
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Sharp to Become U S Ambassador to France
Washington Aug 26 Former Representative William G Sharp of Ohio received final instructions from Secretary Bryan before leaving for Paris where he will succeed Myron T Herrick as ambassador to France The announcement marks his departure for the post.
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Noted Bird and Bee Man Colonel Brown Dies in Rochester
Isaac Washington Brown known as Colonel Brown Rochester's bird and bee man died after a six day illness. He died in Rochester Indiana after an acute indigestion episode.
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