Servia Weighs Peace Over War as Assembly Delays
In Belgrade the National Assembly adjourned without action while confidence votes loom. London hopes for a diplomatic accord led by M Iswolsky and Sir Edward Grey. Rioters in Cettinje toppled Austrian symbols at the consulate as Britain readies six battleships at Gibraltar for possible sailing. Austria resists talks unless Bosnian questions are kept out.
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Belgrade Assembly Deliberates on Austria Hungary Policy
The Skuptschina in Belgrade adjourned after a stormy session lasting over twenty four hours without a definite decision on Austria Hungary policy. War was urged but the minister cited ammunition delays as a reason against hostilities. Confidence in the government is expected to be voted tomorrow.
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Servia seeks foreign backing as protests ease
Reports say M Milanovics will visit London Paris and Rome to press Servia's claims while a French Foreign Office envoy arrives for a special mission. Crown Prince rhetoric floods streets but crowds shrink as the public foresees war would erase Servia. Only first reserves have been called, not a full mobilization yet.
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Rome
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Rioters Topple Austrian Coat of Arms in Montenegro
A band of rioters in Cettinje Montenegro tore down the coat of arms from the Austrian Consulate during today’s demonstration causing minimal damage and prompting local authorities to monitor the scene.
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Britain Prepares Atlantic Fleet for Eastward Sail
London Oct 12 A Gibraltar dispatch to The Daily Mail says Britain's Atlantic fleet of six battleships is loading stores in preparation for sailing to the East.
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Daily Mail
Plan to seize islands sparks war talk in Belgrade
London dispatch reports the Servian Ministry may fall and a coalition government form. Austrians reportedly plan to seize two islands in the Prina River on the Servian Bosnian frontier, sparking bank runs in Belgrade amid rumors of war.
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Sultan May Abdicate Rumor From Constantinople
Dispatches from Constantinople say the sultan under pressure from the Committee of Union and Progress may abdicate in favor of his brother Mehemmed-Reshal Effendi. The piece notes registration prompts and booth situational updates in Manhattan and The Bronx.
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Cretan Assembly to Meet in Extraordinary Session
In Canea Crete Oct 11 the Cretan Assembly will hold an extraordinary session tomorrow. The official programme outlines the agenda and notes that no further armed demonstrations are planned at this time.
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Union with Greece Declared by Municipalities
The assembly president will open session for Greece union with invited consuls and military officers. Municipalities have adopted resolutions declaring union. Warnings about low mood from unfavourable Greece reports and a push to avoid armed demonstrations. Last day to register, a final warning to voters.
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Jerusalem Protests Over Bulgarian Independence Move
A public meeting in Jerusalem condemned Austria's annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Bulgarian independence. Speakers attacked Austrian policy and resolutions were sent to the Young Turk party.
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King Edward Joins Talks in Effort to Neotiate Crisis
London reports show King Edward at Buckingham Palace and Marlborough House as Britain, Russia, and other powers exchange telegrams and host diplomat visits. Sir Edward Grey and M. Iswolsky lead talks while cabinet and king seek a settlement before Parliament. Greek and Balkan positions add complexity as Crete status remains unresolved.
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Turkey Accepts Austrian Annexation Probe Sparks Bulgaria Debate
Great Britain seeks Turkish assent to Austria’s annexation of two provinces to smooth a conference path. The Temps via Constantinople reports Turkey may accept annexation as settled fact and now demands Bulgaria’s satisfaction. Prince Ferdinand, soon to be “Czar of the Bulgarians,” questions Britain’s stance on Bulgaria’s independence. Voter registration urged with booths open 7 am to 10 pm.
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Austria Still Firm on Bosnian Question in Congress Talks
In St Petersburg events, the Russian Foreign Office waits for Iswolsky Grey and the King outcome before acting. Emperor Nicholas delays Francis Joseph's letter, while Austrian Ambassador Berchthold meets Tcharykoff. Austria insists Bosnia must be excluded from any congress agenda, with Prince Furstenberg confirming sole Austrian and Turkish interest in annexation. The Bulgarian recognition issue follows.
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Russia backs Bulgaria at congress for independence claim
Russia assures Bulgaria of support for its independence pretentions before the congress, even as independence itself remains temporarily out of sight.
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Twenty Thousand Arming Here From America
Servians in Pittsburg and across the country exchange messages urging formation of military organizations to aid Serbia against Austrian aggression. A San Francisco message to King Peter urged him to sit tight and promised twenty thousand volunteers would be sent from America to help.
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Hugo Silvisci
Austrians Respond to Call to Arms in Neveland
Hundreds of Austrians in Neveland and the Mahoning Valley mill district have answered the call to arms. The telegram from The Tribone reports a strong mobilization with many volunteers reported across the region.
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Mahoning Valley
New Danish Cabinet Formed With Neergaard in Defence Post
Copenhagen October 11 a new cabinet is formed headed by M Neergaard as Defence Minister. Other ministers include Laurvensen Education Somme Minister of Justice Horgser Communications, Sonderc Minister of Agriculture A Nielsen Treasurer Klats Bernisen Commerce and Finance Minister M Brun.
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King Edward Acts as Godfather to Harper Child
London, Oct. King Edward has consented to act as godfather to the son born to the wife of Lewis Harcourt. The mother is daughter of the late W. H. Burns of New York.
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