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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
1
Voters from all parties are urged to participate in the upcoming primary next Thursday as enthusiasm remains high across Nebraska. The call emphasizes broad participation and civic engagement during the election cycle.
Aug. 14 Lincoln Neb. Voters face high stakes in party contests with the Democratic governor nomination under bitter factional strain. Republicans count on dissension to gain offices while tariff issues and farm prices shape the campaign and voter mood.
New Orleans action on August 14 reports the Era Club backed its Saturday motion to send condolences to President Wilson over Mrs. Wilson's death. Miss Kate Gordon led protests accusing members of leaking executive-session details and demanded resignations for those found guilty.
The piece notes reduced prices for wheat eggs and otter, and suggests farmers feel affected. It highlights growing political independence among Nebraska farmers and a split in Democratic ranks reflected by R L Metcalfe’s sharp critique of Democratic leaders.
Memphis at the end of summer court adjournment and the sheriff nomination have emboldened galvonists to reopen many drink parlors. Law Enforcement League spotters dismissed as parlors resume operation. prosecutions will continue despite the relaxations.
Secretary Houston warned that German and Austrian control of the seas would hamper US exports, especially wheat and flour, while England France and Russia could still ship food. He noted corn supplies at risk, stressed growing merchant marine needs under the US flag, and cited global tonnage figures. Also reported the death of Little Dorritt, a prized Louisiana Collie.
The Austrian steamer Ida was seized as a prize in Montreal on August 14. The captain claimed he did not know a war was on and entered the port as usual, prompting the seizure by authorities.
New York reports indicate Japan is purchasing Texas cotton actively at about 10 cents middling. The Cotton Exchange Board ruled notices may start for Monday delivery with transferable prices at 9.90 cents. Aimed measures seek to close old business, concentrate remaining interest possibly in December, and coordinate with voluntary liquidation efforts and international trade members.
Eugene Chassanoil long-time president and former vice president of the New Orleans Stock Exchange killed himself in a restroom of the Exchange building. He was 67, and illness was cited as the cause by friends.
Navy and allied reports detail battered warships limping into Hong Kong amid a sharp sea fight in Chinese waters. German patrols and Belgian defenses feature in the wider front with corps movements, prisoner counts, and aviator actions.
London reports Turkey purchased the German cruiser Breslau and Gosban after they were diverted into the Dardanelles. Italy and Greece seek clarity on Turkey’s possible alignment with Germany. Paris notes potential Allied action. Duras, American vice consul at Liege, cites Belgian resistance at Liege. Brussels reports Belg ians allowed passage of fort defenses, then opened fire. Rome dispatches Russia mobilizing 2,000,000 on German Austrian fronts, 500,000 on Turkish Romanian fronts, with 3,000,000 in reserve.
Paris reports a large French force has entered Belgium and moves from Charleroi toward Cemaloux ten miles north of Namur. The development marks a significant wartime deployment with strategic implications for the Namur region.
Brussels reports that no Liege fort has capitulated contrary to German claims. Defenders are instructed to blow up the forts if forced to surrender.
A news agency reports that Field Marshal Sir John French the British field army commander-in-chief joined General Joffre the French commander-in-chief at his headquarters with location not specified.
From Vienna reports indicate Rome to Vienna that Vienna’s city is half deserted with women taking over public utilities. The note cites little money and soaring food prices.
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