Funeral of noted archbishop in Peoria
Solemn funeral rites held in St. Marys cathedral for Archbishop John Lan castire Spalding. Bishop Edmund Dunne presided. sermon by Archbishop George Mundelein. Dignitaries from Illinois and neighboring archdioceses attended. Peoria observed day of mourning with flags at half mast.
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Peoria
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John Lancastire Spalding
Sciepolis
St. Mary's Cathedral
Edmund M. Dunne
George W. Mundelein
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St. Louis
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Iowa
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Imports of Gems Decline at New York Port in July
July imports of diamonds and other precious stones at the port of New York fell sharply, totaling 2,397,391 dollars versus 5.78 million in June and 5.02 million in May. Year to date gem imports reach 29.9 million, led by 1.87 million in cut stones and 510 thousand in uncut stones. The decline is blamed on Maiden Lane inventory, efforts to reduce big imports, and seasonal dullness.
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New York
Wol
Maiden Lane
Roumania declares war on Austria Hungary in note
Roumania says the Triple Alliance collapsed after Italy joined the war and Austria Hungary failed to honor assurances. Oppression of Roumanians in Hungary and threats to Roumanian unity pushed Bucharest to ally with the Allies and declare war.
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Petrograd
London
Roumania
Austria-Hungary
Czernin
Roumanian
Serbia
Italy
Austro-Hungary
Germany
Austria- Hungary
Europe
Acid Stomachs and Digestive Remedies
A New York physician links most intestinal and many organ diseases to stomach acidity or sour stomach. He urges stopping artificial digests and recommends bisulated magnesia as a safe antacid to neutralize acid, advising a teaspoon with water during distress for rapid relief.
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New York
German estimate 400000 effectives for Roumania war entry
Berlin reports military writers estimate Roumania can field about 400000 troops with limited ammunition for four to five weeks. They advise swift invasion of Roumania, highlight difficult Danube terrain, and note strategic aims to seize grain and oil while keeping German flanks secure.
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London
Roumania
Russia
Kroumantan
Germany
Serbia
Danube
Saloniki
France’s Poincare Sends War Greetings to Roumania Italy
Paris August 29 President Poincare sent congratulatory telegrams to the kings of Roumania and Italy following the declarations of war by those countries. He expressed goodwill and wished success in the hostilities.
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Poincare
Roumania
Italy
Prize Money Awarded for 1914 Naval Victory
The British prize court has awarded 60 500 to officers and crews of Admiral Sir Frederick Sturdee s squadron for the December 1914 victory over the German Pacific squadron off the Oakland Islands.
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Sir Frederick Sturdee
Oakland Islands
France and Romania Leaders Exchange Warm War Messages
Premier Briand sent telegraphs to Romania’s Premier Bratiano and to Italy’s Premier Boselli and Foreign Minister Sonnino. President Poincare’s telegram to King Ferdinand extols Roumanian resolve as they enter a glorious war for national aspirations with France’s cordial wishes. Briand also congratulates Romania for joining the defenders of right and civilization.
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Sonnino
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Ferdinand
France
Republic
Roumania Enters War Shaping Balkan Powers
London papers analyze Roumania joining the war, marking an economic shift that deprives Central Powers of Balkan supplies. Editorials suggest Greece may realign toward Venizelos and the pro entente faction as the entry reshapes political dynamics and military strength.
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London
Roumania
The
Daily News
Greece
Venizelos
Bulgarians Will Not Declare War If Roumania Allows Troops
Paris Aug 29. Bucharest correspondent reports Bulgaria will not declare war on Roumania even if Russian troops pass through Roumania. The decision aims to avoid direct conflict while allowing troop movements.
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Roumania
Paris
Bucharest
Petit Journal
Bulgaria
Bulgaria Likely To Declare War On Roumania
Berlin sources believe Bulgaria will follow Germany in declaring war on Roumania. Count Ernst Von Reventlow cites strategic reasons and says military moves may be imminent. Roumanian minister in Berlin has left the city after a refused interview with Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg.
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London
Bulgaria
Germany
Roumania
Ernst von Reventlow
Tages Zeitung
von Reventlow
Vossische Zeitung
Hague
Exchange Telegraph Company
von Bethmann-Hollweg
Mrs. Eudocia Brennan Dies in Corpus Christi at 63
Corpus Christi Texas August 29 Mrs Eudocia Brennan widow of pioneer Thomas Brennan died yesterday after a brief illness stricken Sunday She leaves four daughters and two sons Ed Brennan one of the sons has gained fame as the Samson of Texas in national publicity
Fall Style Show Set for September 20 in San Antonio
The annual fall style show, marking the formal opening of autumn fashions by milliners, clothiers and department stores, will be held Wednesday September 20 in San Antonio. Merchants have stocked up after weeks of buying trips to the East and North and plan broad displays of new dresses hats and footwear.
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San Antonio
Judge Delivers Hard Sentence for Defiant Culprit
The judge laments a sad case as a man who stayed honest until 40 tarnishes his name and family for three dollars. The defendant pleads for fairness amid a stern courtroom scene in The New York Times account.
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New York Times
Battlefleet Echoes In Frantic Night War Memory
A fragment recalls last Friday when a sailor recounts landing aboard a battleship and the grim question of facing death. The Boston Transcript notes a stark maritime wartime mood.
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Boston Transcript
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