Germans Mass Near Namur as War Moves West
London reports German bombardment of Namur forts and westward troop movement. Austrians suffer about 20 000 casualties in a three day battle on the Drina. Servians claim success against Austrians with heavy losses. Brussels war chest demand noted at 40 million. Belgium forts and Antwerp defense loom large.
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Neuter Telegram Company
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Dum Dum Bullets Reported Found Near Kinister Alsace
Paris reports the government notified signatories of The Hague that on August 10 after a skirmish five dum-dum bullets were found on a road near Kinister in Alsace. The bullets were given to the French commander as other dum-dum rounds recovered from French soldiers killed in action were sent to the minister of war.
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Alsace
War risk bill faces opposition in House
Washington August 2 opposition to the administration war risk bill developed in the house today as Republican Leader Mann blocked immediate consideration. An effort will be made to bring the bill up early next week. Meanwhile commerce committee senators predicted the government purchase of ocean-going snipe would be perfected and passed next week.
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Commerce Committee
Ship St Louis Arrives After Dark Passenger Request
A radiogram from the health officer reports the liner St Louis arriving after sundown would be waived for examination. The ship sailed from Liverpool August 15 with many American reservists and is expected to land Saturday night. Passengers request courtesy due to discomfort from loss of baggage abroad.
Americans Homeward Bound From War-Torn Europe
Eleven thousand American refugees are returning home on multiple transatlantic ships. The Baltic and St Louis dock in New York with thousands aboard, while vessels from White Star and Cunard reach North American ports. Other ships depart Liverpool with foodstuffs for British ports and the voyage continues amid large crowds and protective notices from consular services.
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International Mercantile Marine
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American Line
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Dominion
Philadelphia
Megantic
White Star Dominion
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Atlantic Transport
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Queenstown
Viympme Oo
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Line
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Minnetonka
White Star Dominion Line
Canada
Liverpool
Campania
Cunard Line
Beavie
White Star Line
Red Cross Line
Halifax
North Atlantic
Halifay
Tennessee at Sea and German Liner Brandenburg Update
A cablegram reports the Norwegian liner Berganafjord arrived safely at Bergen with reservists aboard. The American cruiser Tennessee had not arrived Rotterdam by Aug 22. Breckinridge was to go to The Hague and messages for him were sent via Ambassador Page. The Brandenburg sails from Philadelphia with coal and food bound for Bergen, Norway, a two month voyage.
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Tennessee
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Falmouth
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Delaware River
German patrols enter Ghent Bruges and Ostend
London reports say German cavalry entered Ghent and Ostend with no resistance and planned Bruges next. A Ostend dispatch confirms Ghent entry. Consular Belgium reports reassure Americans and English are safe in eastern areas. German victory claim between Metz and Vosges. Belgians executed at Aerschot. Japanese cruiser Tazimo ready for action. British army reservists in the United States told to contact British consuls.
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Gruges
Ostend
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Washington, DC
Metz
Vosges Mountains
Foreign Shipping Problem Now
The page lists a foreign shipping issue as a lead item with various sections titled Sheriff Denies and Charges Churches on Sunday. It notes ongoing discussions and appearances of national concerns in local pages including markets and war tax topics. The content blends notices, features, and sport items for readers.
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New York Letter
United States
Cardinals Plan Conclave After Pope's Death
Rome reports show 23 cardinals met to arrange temporary governance and prepare for the conclave set for September to elect the successor to Pope Pius X. The loss was announced by Dr Marchiafava who confirmed Pope Pius X died August 20 at about 2:15 am.
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TH Petro
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Sueree College
Aguardi
Sacred College
Marchiafava
Prus X
E. Marchiafave
United States
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Monveignor Salconto
Apostolie
Vailcan
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Aneunt 20
Kliva
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Glueasepe Sarto
Riese
Pope Vine XII
Pius V
Papal Conclave Observed Amid Ceremonial Entombment
The ceremony drew diplomatic corps and Italian nobility as troops left St. Peter's. The Tribuna notes conclave aims at papal discretion with Pius X sidelining politics. Cardinal Ferrata is favored by the center candidates, per Tribune analysis.
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Mazatlan Held at Port With Coal for German Cruiser
The German owned steamer Mazatlan laden with coal intended for the German cruiser Leipzig was refused clearance by the treasury department in San Francisco. The vessel, flying the German flag, was placed under Mexican tag and ordered held by Collector Davis pending further orders, with the torpedo boat destroyer Preble alongside.
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Belgian Calamity: Germany Seeks Indemnity From Brussels and Liège
The German demand for indemnity totals 56,060,000 dollars for Brussels and Liège, amid fears of looting and the destruction of priceless art and archives. Banks emptied as occupation looms, with Brussels housing royal library holdings of 600,000 volumes and 100,000 manuscripts.
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Antwerp
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Royal Museum
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Europe
French Wounded At Paris In Large War Casualties
Paris reports indicate many French soldiers wounded in the latest actions are being treated in city hospitals. Some men felt little pain, often unaware of injuries until after the engagement. A wounded captain asks when he may return to fight after his forehead wound.
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Wishart Killed in Auto Race at Elgin National Meet
Spencer Wishart died from injuries after his car crashed into a fence and overturned during the Elgin National Road Race. Mechanic John Jenter was badly hurt, three spectators minorly injured, and Wishart’s wife Louise McGowan was at his bedside. De Palma set a near record pace to win as Burman slowed by illness.
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Miss Minors Sails Today for Naples Party
Mrs H A Minors receives word from daughter Florence that she and the party will depart Naples today on the steamer St Fangugli Elmo and all are well with the group heading home.
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Weather forecast for Wisconsin unsettled with showers and thunder
Unsettled weather expected in Wisconsin with tonight and Sunday showers and possible thunder. Temperatures rise slightly with cooler air later. coastal portions may see showers in the night and Sunday with higher temperatures.
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