German Front News From Washington Publishes Censored War Updates
The German embassy in Washington issues first authentic war news via The Washington State Journal. Mobilization proceeds, Liege falls, Longwy captured, and French defenses retreat as the German advance toward Paris continues. Japanese attack rumored. Details remain censored.
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Baden
Tyrol
Kioutsou
Turkey Warned in Cruiser Deal
Rome reports Italy will warn Turkey not to use the Goeben and Breslau cruisers in the Mediterranean. The ships, flying German colors, chased French North Africa last week and dodged Allied ships before seeking refuge in Turkish waters amid persistent sale rumors.
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Freckle Face Sun and Wind Remedy Ad Claim
A raspy ad promises removal of freckles with an ounce of ethiredouble strength from any druggist. If freckles persist after a few applications the cost is nothing. for a clear complexion the expense is trifling. The seller guarantees results before payment.
Canada Feels War Strain as Mobilizations Rise
The Canadian war effort intensifies with the naval reserve at St Johns increasing to 1,000 men and Newfoundland contributing 500 more. Winnipeg infantry regiments mobilize at Quebec, Vancouver defense guns erected, and Canada faces about 100000 dollars daily in war costs with a special tax under consideration.
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France’s New Calm Amid War Talk
Paris reports a confident, war wary public with little street unrest. Citizens greet extra editions, soldiers appear cheerful, and a new generation of leaders including Poincaré Briand Millerand Barthy Viviant shapes policy, signaling a changed political era.
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Holland Floods Part of Country
London reports that Holland has flooded parts of the border to a depth of three feet as a precaution, affecting areas near Maastricht and surrounding regions.
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Woman Seizes Spy on a Train in Antwerp Route
A woman passenger on a train from Antwerp yesterday nabbed a German spy as he released carrier pigeons from the window. She restrained him with help from other passengers and he was turned over to military authorities, tried and shot.
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Tailors Reassure Shoppers About Prices and Obligation
Many visitors examine fabrics and ask questions while a portion hesitate over potential obligation or fear tailored clothes are overpriced. Shop staff address concerns, encouraging customers to inquire without commitment and to compare options.
Bomb raids report light damage on Vecou and Lore
The war office stated three bombs hit Vecou and two struck Lore but caused little damage. French sharpshooters forced the aviator to retreat.
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Vecou
Lore
Battle at Sea Near Mid-Atlantic Between Bristol and Karlsruhe
Rear Admiral Cradock of the British Suffolk reports a running fight with the German Karlsruhe on the night of August 6. The Bristol, the smallest British Atlantic fleet ship, engaged the Karlsruhe, the largest German cruiser in these waters, for about thirty minutes with limited damage. The Karlsruhe fled from the Suffolk and then exchanged broadsides before changing course to escape.
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Kaiser Checks Siege in Central Belgium Front
BRUSSELS August 14 German advance checked along the central Belgium line from north to south. Reconnaissance Wednesday and Thursday found no weakness in Belgian positions as Germans await supplies. Attempts to cut German lines failed. Dutch neutrality may force disarmament if they advance into Holland. Liege forts hold as artillery duel rages between besiegers and defenders.
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Kaiser Forgets About Portugal
In Lisbon, Portugal ignores Berlin as Germany presses for a formal stance on the war. Portugal had sided with England and offered troops, but Berlin has yet to issue a reply or threat, with expectations of possible war declarations fading as no response arrives.
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Kaiser Overlooked Portugal Amid Pressing Matters
The Kaiser has forgotten Portugal as more urgent issues dominate the agenda. His attention shifts away from Portugal to other pressing affairs.
German commander bars Dutch Red Cross aid and cross-border wounded
From The Hague Aug 14 the German commander in Belgium forbids Dutch Red Cross to pass its lines and refuses to allow wounded to cross into Holland maintaining they stay as non-combatants though they recover. The Germans were concealing their losses.
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Italy Massing Troops on Swiss and Austrian Frontiers
CHIASSO Switzerland August 14 Italy continues massing troops along the Swiss and Austrian borders. Switzerland regards the move as precautionary while Austria may fear Rome expects trouble. Italian labor leaders watch closely for a possible general strike if hostilities seem likely.
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Battle Afloat Off China Coast Reported By Hongkong Arrival
News from Tokyo and Hongkong describes a desperate naval clash off the China coast with two damaged vessels arriving at Hongkong carrying many wounded. Censors limited transmission of details.
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Hongkong
Uncertain Fleet Identities in Battle Rumors
The fragment discusses alleged ships named as Duplex and Montcalm of the French fleet or British cruisers Minotaur and Hampshire. It is conjectured these vessels fought the German cruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau, reflecting confusion over historical naval engagements.
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Austria Withdraws Blockading Warships
Vienna August 14. The warships Austria that had blockaded the Montenegrin coast were withdrawn today to reinforce defenses against an anticipated assault by the combined Italian and French Mediterranean fleets.
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French Officer Killed German Officer and Earned Honor
Paris August 14 Second Lieut H J Bruyant of the Fifteenth dragoons led seven men in a charge against thirty uhlans after killing a German officer with his own hands He was decorated with the Legion of Honor for gallantry in the present struggle.
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Shipload of U. S. Folk Off
Havre dispatch: the French liner Hiner Chicago loaded with Americans sailed for New York today.
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New York
Thin Folks Who Would Be Fat
A physician notes extreme thinness can stem from malnutrition and explains fat absorption, urging Sargol tablets with meals to convert sugars and starches into nourishing tissue. Advertises Sargol sold by Bartell Drug Co and Swift's Pharmacy with a weight‑gain guarantee.
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Switzerland the Only Safe Spot in a War Hour
Across Switzerland the American visitor faces few privations as hotels process express checks and convert currency. The country, famed for dairy production, can sustain its population almost indefinitely, and relies on reopening international exchange to gather funds.
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War Won't Hurt Exports Says Houston
Secretary of Agriculture Houston says the European war will not hurt U S food exports unless Germany and Austria control the high seas. He notes Germany and Austria took only 12 million of 140 million bushels of U S wheat and flour exports. He adds allies will risk sea passage to secure supplies due to shore line and shipping capacity. He cites merchant tonnage by nation including neutral 2.9 million, England France and Russia 10.8 million, and Germany Austria 3.8 million.
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Austria
High Seas
United States
Houston
U. S
England
France
Russia
Wilson Plans Censor on Cable
President Wilson and Secretary Bryan are drafting a strict censorship plan for all cable lines in the United States in response to the wireless information ban. A Thursday conference yielded no definite conclusion. It is noted England could bypass the law by routing messages via phone or messenger across the Canadian border.
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England
Ship Hits Mine Near Dalmatia Sinking Prompted Losses
TRIESTE August 14 The Austrian Lloyd merchant cornet Baron Gautsch struck a floating mine off Lussia Dalmatia and sank. Twenty aboard perished and 130 survived. Mrs Bessie Guercio appointed first woman justice of peace in Lewis County.
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Rental Directory Highlights From The Star Want Ad Page
The Star Want Ads feature a Saturday afternoon rental directory with a wide variety of houses and apartments. It promotes easy house hunting and emphasizes choice locations for readers seeking rental options.
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