Frontiersmen clash as German and French troops fight on border
War mood grips Europe as Germany and France mobilize. A French aviator Roland Garros reportedly destroyed a German dirigible near Nancy in a fatal air battle. France calls up vast forces while French officials claim unity and readiness. Brussels reports a German invasion cross border triggers widespread national resolve.
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War Sidelights Across Fronts And Naval Mobilizations
Kaiser proclaims a state of war in Germany and names Crown Prince commander of the first division. British fleet reports two squadrons bottled at Wilhelmshaven. Russian cavalry massed on the frontier while Russia mobilizes to invade Austrian territory. Austria allegedly issues passports to the Russian ambassador. British fleet off Malta awaits orders as Austria sends 5000 men into Servia in four columns. French and British publics react to German actions.
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German Aggression Begins against France in Paris
Paris reports that Count von Schoen and the Austro Hungarian ambassador remain in the city as Germany starts hostilities with France. Invasion of Longlaville and Bertrambois towns is noted with shelling of Petit Croix customs station near Belfort. Germany violates Luxembourg neutrality under the 1867 Treaty of London. rail and telegraphic lines are cut. German troops move toward inbourg and occupy headquarters.
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Transports May Be Sent To Aid American Refugees
President Wilson and Secretary Bryan begin relief measures for thousands of Americans in Europe lacking funds to return home. Administration considers sending army and navy transports with a congressional appropriation request expected.
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Europe
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Congress
First Test Trip Through Panama Canal Planned
The ocean steamship Cristobal will make the canal’s first test voyage. It will depart Colon with cargo and many passengers, travel to Miraflores Lake for the night, then return to Colon, and become the first steamer to pass the Guiebra Cut.
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Conductor Held After Creek Party Shooting
Liberty Indiana police hold 24 year old Lewis Rader on charges after a shooting at an all night party near a creek left one dead and his father John Rader near death.
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Traces War To Clash Of Tongues In Eastern Europe
A Chicago Herald analysis by George A. Dorsey argues language divides drive conflicts in Europe more than economics. It maps Aryan language groups, details Polish, Ruthenian, Bohemian, Slovenian and Romanian populations, and explains how coercive rule fuels Polish and other national awakenings.
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United States May Profit if Germany Joins War
John J. Arnold of the First National Bank of Chicago argues that a German entry into World War I would open South American trade to U.S. manufacturers. He notes Germany has been a dominant supplier, but a war-torn Germany could boost American access as Germany’s global commerce is blocked and South Americans seek alternatives.
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