Alsatians battles intensify on fronts along Danube
Reports from Nish and London relay Austrians pressing along the Servian frontier with 400000 troops attacking Sabac on the Save and cross attempts at Belgrade. Servians claim heavy Austrian casualties and ongoing plans for a major engagement as secrecy surrounds Russian movements and French actions in Alsace and Vosges.
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Reuter Telegram Company
Nish
Servia
Save
Danube
Sabac
Belgrade
Ito Losnitza
Dring
Exchange Telegraph Company
Servian
War Office
Tekia
Roumanian
Field Marshal French to lead British expedition force
A dashing cavalry officer famed for his Boer War exploits is chosen to command the British expeditionary force landing on the continent. The appointment highlights his rising reputation and pivotal role in the campaign.
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Continent
Paris Welcomes Field Marshal Sir John French Arrival
Paris Aug 15 Field Marshal Sir John French commander in chief of the British army was greeted by a vast crowd at the railway station. The crowd cheered and sang as he appeared in khaki. He conferred with Adolphe Messimy the War Minister and paid calls on President Poincaré and Premier Viviani.
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Paris
John French
John
Poincatre
Viviani
Death of German General Von Emmich at Liege
A Brussels dispatch reports General Otto Von Emmich died at Liege. The 66 year old commander will be succeeded by General Von Der Marwitz. Emmich joined the army in 1864, fought in 1870-71, and rose to major general in 1901 before leading the 10th army corps.
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Brussels
Exchange Telegraph Company
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Liege
von der Marwitz
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Stein
Otto von Hmmigh
von de Marwitz
Elmot School Fire Described as Very Mysterious
Fire officials recount a mysterious blaze at Elmot School where access was blocked for a time. Chief Hatcher credits aerial ladders and ample equipment for reaching the seat of the fire in the central hallway as flames spread through flooring and joints.
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Elmot
Hatcher
GARRANZA Named Provisional President of Mexico
Venustiano Carranza was proclaimed Provisional President after a deal signed near Mexico City by General Obregon and federal representatives. The Constitutionalist agency in Washington reported the agreement reached Thursday night and announced Carranza’s interim leadership.
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Mexico
Mexico City
Obregor
Iturbide
Wilson disapproves loan plans for belligerent nations
President Wilson states he disapproves of American bankers floating loans in the United States for belligerent Europe, but has no objections to loans to neutral countries.
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Washington
Ttays
United States
Europe
French Army wins several air and ground actions
London reports the French aviation branch scored multiple triumphs including a German plane brought down at 8000 feet near the Woevre and two German officers captured. French artillery advanced in Alsace and Saales area while Belgium repelled a German cavalry push near Hasselt. British fleet ensures troop transport safety. no major new engagements, mainly outpost actions.
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Great German liners offered for sale
Hamburg American line said it was considering bona fide offers to sell some ships in American waters valued around 20 million dollars. The Vaterland, the world’s largest liner, might fly the American flag if acquired, aiding the proposed America Merchant Marine.
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Hamburg- American Line
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Geome
Dunmore hotel owners face arson charge in preliminary hearing
Messrs Kohlrussl Brothers and Radmacher, later Dunmore hotel proprietors, stand before Inspector Shoebotham on arson charges connected to the June fire. Ten witnesses, including contractor McKay and boarder Leo Martin, are listed as the hearing extends possibly to Tuesday.
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Radmacher
Dunmore
Inspector Shoebotham
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A. L. Smith
Calgary
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McKay
Leo Martin
Moral reasons for Britain's war
London reports Oscar Strang of New York meeting Sir Edward Grey who explains Britain’s entry to the war rests on protecting treaties and the sanctity of international engagements. Grey warns that honoring or ignoring pacts shapes global moral force and the civilized world’s future. He thanks American sympathy for Britain’s position.
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Britain
London
Oscar Strang
New York
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Straus
Edward
Great Britain
Belgium
Germany
Sir Edward
Great- Britain
German Moratorium Extended to End of September
Berlin reports the government has extended the moratorium through the end of September. Officials specify the continuation applies to the current measures and affects ongoing programs.
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Berlin
Russia Promises Freedom to Poland Amid War Struggle
St. Petersburg via London reports a Russian manifesto to Poland promising freedom in religion language and local autonomy if Poles stay loyal in the war with Germany and Austria Hungary. Grand Duke Nicholas calls for reconciliation under the czar with loyalty in return and notes Poland would be born again under Russian rule. The manifesto pledges tolerance and autonomy while asserting Russia’s durable historic bond.
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London
Reuters’ Telegraph Company
Nicholas
Poland
Local Japanese Alarm Over War Preparations
Vancouver notices say private advices received early morning suggest war preparations within 24 hours. The editor of the local Japanese paper reports intelligence indicating imminent action and a code message declaring certainty against Germany. Japanese residents are elated and making ready to depart.
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B. C
Japaned
Germany
Complex World War I Dispatches From Europe
Wireless despatches from Berlin report the Paris claim of an imperial struggle with Bethmann Hollweg wounded. Belgian positions and German advances are described with repulses and troop movements. Rome notes Balkan efforts to aid Russia. German chiefs urge care in believing reports until official releases.
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