10 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1914
Page
1
Reports from New York indicate the Kronprinz Wilhelm may have been captured by the British cruiser Essex and taken to Bermuda as a prize. The Minnetonka and Narragansett chased German and British ships off the East Coast while Bermuda enforces strict censorship.
Official reports from France describe no definite strength of the French turning movement in Alsace near the Swiss frontier. General Joffre is believed to command there as Austrian troops rush to the German side and a major battle is anticipated. Indications point to a new French thrust near Metz while German efforts hindered by flooded Svilte valley. A German advance via Luxemburg looms as reconnoitering patrols push into French soil. London Telegraph notes German mobilization of 1,000,000 Landsturm. Skirmishes mount along the Franco German front. French forces claim to seize a German aeroplane factory at Muehlhausen. German troops occupy Liege as surrounding forts resist. Brussels reports a lull, with a near clash planned after allied offensive plans. German cavalry retreats noted. Goeben and Broshin evade pursuers and reach the Atlantic. Austrian fleet acts from Pola. Montenegrin artillery bombardments and Austrian actions near Cattaro. Kronprinz Wilhelm reportedly captured by British Essex elsewhere. New wireless chatter from Kronprinz Wilhelm’s fate filters to New York.
Reports from August 4 to 7 describe a Nantucket war vessel sighting a two funnel cruiser en route to England with gold for Americans. Customs sealed wireless aboard ships flying warring powers as neutrality rules tighten. Haverford arrives with 850 passengers from Liverpool after the declaration of war. Karlsruhe and other German vessels flee, while Nurnberg sightings spark Pacific rumors. Rainbow remains missing after leaving San Francisco raising naval concerns.
Dispatches from Washington report Switzerland declaring a state of siege amid reported German and French troop movements near the Swiss frontier. The Swiss legation charges warn reserves cannot easily reach the country, while Belgium and Belgium front developments hint at broader hostilities and Belgian bravery.
Fragmented report chronicles rulers from Germany and Austria before war, diplomatic moves with Servia, and a mixed military note on Algerian recruits, Alsace activity, and Montrent port closure. Includes scattered references to French colonial troops and wartime mobilization.
Paris imposes strict blackout on casualty announcements creating a central inquiry office in DP uris to confirm names while only noting killed or wounded or missing. Belgian consul Mali reports two Namur-bound forts stand, Belgian retreat planned toward Namur with 100000 French troops. Quebec closes native snow port. ships held or leaving under federal orders. Maine detained in Gibraltar. Tennessee and kerth Cary Han to northern Europe with gold for refugees expected.
A high Mexican official said the federal transfer from Carbajal to Turbide would be peaceful within sixty hours with Turbide set to turn over to General Obregon after Carbajal moves to Veracruz. The plan also involves Carbajal's proclamation denying the transfer plans.
James A. Farrell, president of United Steel, and chairman of the National Foreign Trade Council, organized a push in New York on August 10 to secure more ships for wartime needs, urging increased naval production and freight capacity.
G Mnnding Paul M Warburg and Adolph C Miller were commissioned by President Wilson in Secretary McAdoo's office. Governor H Amberlin and L Lane View governor attended a formal meeting with officials including Secretary Lane, Secretary Houston, Comptroller Williams, and Senators Owen and Simons. Officials expect a smooth transition and anticipate the twelve reserve banks will open for business within a few weeks.
In Washington on August 10 five Federal Reserve Board members took office and began plans to complete the preparations for the launch of the new banking system. Charles S Hamlin and other appointees pledged to uphold the reforms as the system moves toward its start.
The Associated Press reports Western Union Tilegraph announces changes to censorship rules affecting transit messages to England with no street or number on the patch. The Great Northern Telegraph Company suspends its cable gram service, impacting New York Norway Sweden and the Far East.
Traveling German band at a city hotel drew a prank purse offering to hire them for a joke. The incident sparked a confrontation as angry workers and beer sellers objected to the German national song and pursued the musicians along the street, chasing them away.
Chicago area railway promoter Ang S Kenry C Wood, known for electric line projects, killed himself by shooting at his Wheaton home today shocking the Illinois railway community. Authorities are investigating the death as self-inflicted.
An Associated Press report from Washington indicates an effort to place all past government positions under civil service was defeated today in the House. The vote ends the proposal and signals ongoing contention over civil service expansion and employment rules within the federal system.
Washington Aug 10 funeral services for Mrs Woodrow Wilson were held in the White House and her body then placed on a special train to Rome Georgia for burial beside her parents. A small group including Congress committees and cabinet members attended while many officials and dignitaries observed a half mast and quiet ceremonies.
Kunsan City Missouri August 10 the local hog market saw the highest price since September 1910 as bids jumped from 25 to 40 cents with the best trades quoted at a new peak. Washington D C Secretary Bryan said he received acknowledgment of President Wilsons good offices from Austria Hungary France Great Britain and Russia but gave no details. Weather notes from Leneth Minnesota August 10 show fair tonight and Tuesday with cooler temperatures. Wisconsin forecast calls for generally clear conditions with partial cloudiness and central portions cooler.
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