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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1914
Page
5
The Karlsruhe and Kronprinz Wilhelm exchange long range broadsides in darkness off Bermuda. Bristol Berwick and Suffolk pursue. Karlsruhe escapes after a half hour duel with minimal damage reported. The Bristol briefly engages and then loses contact as Karlsruhe heads south toward Porto Rico for coal.
A woman captured a German spy in Belgium while authorities shot the man. The suspect was turned over to officials after being held and questioned. The incident occurred as Belgian forces acted against the intruder and he was led away by court order.
A fire at a building in Rh Inglis near Wel caused the deaths of three men. Firemen battled the blaze as part of a broad rescue effort, with authorities continuing to investigate the cause and to identify the victims.
Belgian sources say German cavalry with infantry and artillery threaten Lietep. German casualties reach about three fifths of 6,000 engaged while Belgian losses appear lighter. Cradock’s fleet sortie in the Atlantic is reportedly cleared of German interference. Rochambeau held in Newark on French reservists. Franco German battle near Muhlhausen described as severe, Berlin citizens offer homes to stranded Americans, Gooden and Breslau believed in the Dardanelles possibly to be dismantled. Dover reports heavy cannonading from the North Sea. British Mediterranean squadron supports the French fleet. Briey Mourthe et Moselle denial of French infantry capture. Austro-Hungarian fleet blockades Montenegrin coast in Adriatic following Britain and Germany declarations of war.
The Cristobal completed the first through passage from Atlantic to Pacific in 14% hours with the return taking eight and a half hours. Governor Goddard honored former employees by letting them cross on the Advance as the canal nears its formal opening. The Ancon, sister ship to Cristobal, will make the official trial trip next Saturday.
Herbert Hoover of California, chair of the committee, said there are not more than 20000 Americans in England seeking to return home. He added that 97 percent can finance themselves and only 6 percent are actually stranded, with a full relief fund likely under 26000 of 50000 government money. He warned the continent holds more destitute students and minors, possibly 10000, needing aid as they escape war.
Washington officials announced immediate chartering of six vessels to transport about 4,000 Americans home from Europe at a reasonable fare. The plan includes dispatching steamers to European ports to aid refugees, with the Red Cross coordinating relief and funding approaching one million dollars. Documents list government officials overseeing the effort and daily safety assurances to families.
Washington, Aug. 14. Treasury experts briefed McAdoo and Underwood on options to offset Europe war losses by about 310 million dollars. proposals include ad valorem tobacco taxes, higher liquor taxes, and expanding income tax. Beer levy could yield about 20 million, cigars 40 million. income tax changes await July 1.
A special train carried 400 Americans from Berlin to Amsterdam via London and Rotterdam. Under direction of American minister James W. Gerard, the group continued toward the United States aboard the Holland America Line with a final call at Rotterdam.
At an ATA meeting in Berlin it was announced that many German families offer to shelter stranded Americans without charge. Lord mayor Adolf Wermuth said he would take three Americans. German banks pledged to provide credits, with one president offering $1,250,000 against securities.
London reports from Aug 18 state Professor Arbing of Lyons proved by experiments that human perspiration is an irritant and poisonous. Consul General reports Tokyo’s population at 3,035,321 with about 410,000 more than 1909 and 619,725 houses, indicating steady growth amid health warnings.
The Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company of America protests to the Navy secretary against government censorship of its wireless messages. Its president John W. Griges argues no US statute or international rule justifies censoring or halting normal transmissions, joining protests by German owned stations at Tuckerton, Sayville.
Washington August 14 The Commerce Commission resumes after cancelling its suspension of increases on water bound lake and rail cement rates in a brief decision.
A wood fragment about one inch thick and eleven inches long was found by Harry J. Hinea of Canton Point Maine. It shows carving, marks resemble Lange sand date. Pa. had 41 years, wood is porous and some pieces were knocked off, otherwise it remains intact.
A fragmented note projects Germany's shift from a few wealthy plates to a united state with income around 810 billion, population rising from 24 million to over 7 0 million, and global trade and home ownership expanding. It cites Octavia Hill’s charity as a beacon and hints at social reform and urban housing developments.
Fragmentary report notes terrestrial disturbances and bed changes in the Ouida region with areas showing easing of 6,000 feet at Prememt and unclear bolure references.
Unclear OCR text indicates a local record item mentioning a workman and dates but lacks readable details. Text is damaged with partial phrases and missing names, places, and actions.
The Amerigan fleet plans withdrawal from Cer Cru and northern waters by September as Rear Admiral Fletcher is slated to command at Hampton Roads around Sept 11 after Rear Admiral Badger retires. The movement is not tied to the European situation.
Washington 14. Investigation of food prices is advanced as European war demand prompts inquiry led by Representatives Kelley and Farr of Pennsylvania. Chicago reports wholesale and retail meat increases as traders hold supplies hoping for higher European demand. An investigation by the council committee on public markets will include state officials and wholesale and retail representatives.
New York reports indicate no new momentum toward resuming normal business as foreign advisories fail to illuminate the path. Bank concerns rise over possible Canadian branch closings and fears of draining gold reserves while money lending remains scarce and cautious amid mixed international signals.
Washington action reports the Cullop amendment to the mail bill failing 163 to 8. The measure would have removed assistant postmasters from civil service and altered railroad mail routes, with the bill then proceeding toward passage as revised by February 1.
Fragmentary note reports an executive hearing on a cotton crop issue and a meeting at 28 during which an investigation was mentioned. Names and details are unclear or garbled.
Incomplete text notes directed focal points on loans and certificates. Mentions maturing loans not always renewed and some indications of a decision affecting renewals. Describes confusion around costs and aid for clearing certificates.
Reports from New York indicate a potential $10,000,000 Kron Prinsesin Cecille transfer to Ottawa and a $1,000,000 gold consignment to Ottawa. Banks warn large border shipments will be resisted, urging domestic funding measures and London options to meet debt. Meanwhile oil prices fall with multiple Pennsylvania markets listing cuts and varied price points.
In Washington a Senate vote approved a measure letting the president register foreign built ships under American registry if under two years old. The House passed it last week 26 to 25, requiring majority American ownership of stock in registering firms. Opponents fear conference revisions will kill the bill.
Washington reports cable lists Americans reaching London in safety from A to Z. Iowa names include J. Packard Manila, G. Patty and wife Carroll, Fannie A. Quaife Marshalltown, Carlton Rex and party Waterloo, Dr Ruth and wife Des Moines, Gertrude M. Riddell Sheldon, Roberts and family Davenport, Grace Roe Des Moines, Christiingen Shafer Mara, Singmaster Keota, W M Smith and wife Sheldon, Mrs W G Smith Davenport, Spratt Sioux City, Staver Cedar Rapids, and Stiger Soldedo among others.
London reports the Bank of England will not open an Ottawa branch. Instead ten million dollars in specie aboard the Kron Princess in Cecilie is to be deposited with Canada's finance minister. Payments will be made in London against this, enabling North American to London remittances without Atlantic gold shipments.
Bridgeport officials announced the arrest of a gang selling forged air route tickets for $30 to Hungarians in the Hungarian section of the city. The fake passes purportedly allowed passage from Bridgeport to Hungary by a shortcut route, claimed to help smugglers avoid sea dangers during wartime.
Washington August 12 Secretary Wilson peace treaties urged by President Wilson faced Senate scrutiny in executive session. The discussion focused on ratification by Cor Limmerchani terms and potential impediments to approval.
New York reports Aug 12 a cable from London saying Mrs J Norden Harriman is ill in England with pernicious poisoning symptoms. Mrs Harriman serves on the Commission on Industrial Relations and was among the first women appointed to a federal post by President Wilson.
Fragmentary report shows Halifax police releasing a suspect linked to a Mahone case. Names Ferguson and Lees appear, with Washington state references and an August date. Further details unclear due to damaged text.
The Huntington household reports Mr and Mrs Huntington in good condition following a puzzling incident. Details remain scarce but authorities confirm the couple are stable as investigations continue.
A chaotic Paris Brussels telegram notes German cavalry with artillery near Liege while French and German forces clash. Reports say forts around Liege remain intact though German troops entered under cover of darkness. Other dispatches mention Russian bombardments in Finland and Montenegrin moves in Albania as neutrality tensions rise.
In Columbus Ohio on August 13 Former Senator Joseph RB Foraker conceded defeat in the Republican race for the United States Senate with Warren G Harding of Marion as the leading rival Harding supporters claimed victory based on incomplete returns while Foraker led in Cincinnati and parts of Cuyahoga County. Other Ohio results included Frank B H Williams defeating David Tel for governor and Governor Cox winning the Democratic nomination. several incumbents were renominated amid close contests in districts including the Twenty first.
Aug 14 farmers and officers of farmers associations plan a convention at Katinas Cl Kan on August 17. The meeting aims to unite for higher wheat and forage prices, with emphasis on marketing direct to buyers and seeking support from the American Farm Federation for action next year. The text notes debate over potential market tightening and the likelihood of regulatory responses.
Fragmented text notes a closed North Sea event with unclear actors and a veiled statement about a struggle or rise in a tense situation. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving the core event and participants ambiguous.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a cruiser 18 is missing with references to officials, taverns, a boat, and scattered names. The readable text hints at a search or alert process and mentions possible locations or witnesses in the area.
A call urged wheat growers to organize in winter and spring to form associations for marketing live stock, fruit, vegetables, poultry, eggs, dairy products, cotton, and other crops. It invites producers who are not yet members of existing bodies to join nationwide associations and markets.
Dr Theran W Mahon testifies before the Federal Industrial Commission that workers in Washington fish canneries endure long hot hours in unsanitary bunk houses with no chairs. She cites 19 to 21 hour workdays under brutal terms, fines for Sunday refusals, 15 cent hourly pay, and swollen feet from overwork. Public ownership of canneries is proposed. commission holds a morning session to cover Mrs Wood of Wilson’s burial.
Mexico City August 1 The entry of victorious constitutionalists appears imminent as federal troops evacuate the capital leaving municipal police as neutral. Carranza’s forces move toward Tula with General Obrego and General Carranza expected to arrive, while a commission negotiates amnesty and guarantees amid fear of counter revolution.
The evacuation of Mazatlan by the federal garrison and the occupation by constitutionalist forces is complete tonight. Fifteen federal officers and two volunteers were evuted in the presence of prisoners at the customs. One man was asked to write a letter to his wife as part of the scene. Bodies lay in the sun all day before burial, and the area is quiet now. American naval surgeons from California tended the wounded and transferred them to the constitutionalist division for care.
A fractured report from a Texas Republican convention notes nominee selections amid unclear results. The fragmentary text mentions Phil and references to a reception, university figures, and political tension, with several garbled lines about locations and dates.
Fragmented OCR text references a Quebec Aus port, a Bundas a bed, Promaldeess Meer, Lotithe, and Syeotia. Details unclear due to garbled characters. no coherent event or names fully readable. Further readable context needed to produce a complete summary.
Obituary note for a prominent cotton merchant aged 62 who died after a long illness in Gate, near the southern railway line. The report honors his work in the cotton trade and his local civic involvement.
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