31 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1914
Page
1
The Central Trust Co. sued William Fine for possession of a house in Coal Mine Row. A jury in Squire Sprowl's court heard the case Monday morning, but they had not reached a verdict by this afternoon.
Wheat priced sharply higher at the opening in Chicago, leaping about 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 cents above Friday’s close as traders reacted to early trading patterns and supply expectations.
Paris reports say Germany plans a final push to seize Paris as Allied forces retreat southward. The French war office notes a renewed German offensive on the left while centers and the right hold, with Paris surrounded and preparations underway to remove non residents. The Kaiser reportedly bets on taking Paris, with Allied lines tested and pressure mounting along the northern front.
Russian forces broke the Austrian left in northern Galicia routing them with heavy losses. Thousands of prisoners, cannon, and machine guns captured. Cossacks pursuing retreating troops. Austrians described as panic stricken. fresh Russian columns deployed to counter near Lemberg. Infantry charges and bayonet fighting marked the engagement.
London reports say the government may seize control of London newspapers defying strict censorship. Prime Minister Asquith warned in Parliament that special legislation could be enacted to curb circulation. Officials contradicted German claims of British retreat and noted ongoing operations on the French front. About 80,000 Russians were reported captured in East Prussia across three battles.
A fragmented report describes a protest plan facing objections at several ports. The text mentions organized actions, possible disruptions, and responses from local authorities as negotiations continue. Named parties include port officials and protest organizers seeking policy changes and attention to grievances.
The Dutch leader urged citizens to skip birthday celebrations and donate to aid the Red Cross, describing the fund as heavily overtaxed. The proclamation called for restraint in spending on August 31.
A terse dispatch from New York reports that the Russian consul general here denied a new claim or report, with observers noting official denial and the timing on August 31. The brief item indicates diplomatic clarification amid unclear details.
The Hamburg American liner Hamburg has been chartered by the European relief ship program of the American Red Cross and will sail Saturday evening to northern European points. The Red Cross announced the move as part of relief efforts.
Washington announces named officers to serve as military observers with Austria and Britain. Major Joseph Ford, Captain Augustine McIntyre, and Captain Berkeley Enochs will go with Austria and Capt. William Tastle and Captain Alex Miller will accompany the British army. Replies from Brussels France and Germany are still pending.
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