28 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
The Democratic Banner
Location
Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1914
Page
1
Reports from Vienna and Berlin describe Austria and Servia in conflict near Semendria while Germany insists the dispute stay between Austria and Servia. Germany pledges aid to Austria only if Russia intervenes, with fears of a broader war and ongoing censorship and military mobilization.
In Berlin and across Germany, anticipation runs high as citizens await Russia's next move from St. Petersburg. The looming question What will Russia do? dominates headlines with fear of a long-awaited war, reflecting tense public sentiment and widespread concern.
Emperor William reached Kiel today after overseeing fleet maneuvers in the Baltic. The visit follows navy exercises and shows continued German naval display amid strategic tensions in northern Europe.
In St. Petersburg on July 27 officials say peace will not be broken despite talk of war. Russia has begun preliminary army mobilization steps, but a decree bars publishing army or navy details for a year. War office, admiralty, and foreign office are active as diplomatic exchanges with France intensify. Kaiser Wilhelm arrives at Kiel aboard the Bostock.
The emperor has been observing the German fleet maneuvers near Copenhagen and departed at once by special train to Potsdam, signaling swift consolidation of military operations and return to the capital.
Washington reports the Austro-Servian crisis could reshape Western Europe politics and trigger swift reactions in U.S. financial markets. Paris warns defense chiefs to stay at post. London notes Kaiser influence delaying a broader war. Vienna seeks stock exchange closure. Belgrade confirms Servian mobilization under Crown Prince Alexander.
In Kenton Ohio July 27 Byron McKean seventeen drowned while twenty five bathers swam at the Jardin county chamtauqua pool near Taylor trees. The body was not found for half an hour as McKean made no out cry and the incident was discovered late.
Youngstown Ohio July 27 Republican governor candidate Tod responds to Fred M Sayre of Columbia who warned of legal action over a $5000 contribution. Tod says the cited law covers falsehoods not public statements and repeats his remarks about Sayre and the incident.
Four men drowned in waters near Cleveland on July 27. Ayrault Rhodes 31, an hotel worker, cramps while bathing at Edgewater Park Beach and sinks. James Anderson dies when a canoe overturns in Rocky River. George Fodlaty, from Warren, drowns during a canoe regatta at an amusement park. Albert Saunders of Akron drowns while swimming in the Big Cuyahoga River near Akron.
Columbus report states Harry M. Daugherty will retire as chairman of the Republican state executive committee to devote time to business. He says he will not seek reelection to the chairmanship. The piece also contains unrelated literary excerpts and stray verse.
Cincinnati July 27 Edward Krampe shot and killed Harry C Roessner soon after meeting him for the first time He surrendered to police saying Roessner had called on his sister and he objected to their friendship The motive cited is defense of family relations in a sudden fatal act
Workmen stalled several hundred additional lockers in the women’s bathing quarters at Island Park due to higher than expected use. The bathing facilities are in heavy demand, reflecting a surge in public recreation. Boat capsized in Camden River. Joseph Or Meh drowned while his companions escaped.
In Mexico City the constitutionalist chief Carranza shows no inclination to grant amnesty before power is assumed, contradicting US hopes for peace talks. Silliman doubts persist, while discussions seek a middle ground before surrender of Carbajal. An Elopement follows in Boston as George H. Dodge elopes with Maida Terry.
Washington reports Secretary McAdoo will offer 24 million dollars from the general treasury to national banks for crop movement and other legitimate business with 2 percent interest. Securities accepted at 75 percent and no 10 percent government bond deposit requirement. Also notes tragedy in Philadelphia as Alexander Miller dies after his brother Thonae Miller's murder suicide.
A July Dublin riot followed a nationalist gun running attempt near Howth. About 1,000 volunteers seized rifles from a yacht, clashed with police and the King’s Own Scottish soldiers, and the crowd suffered fatalities and many injuries as troops fired into the mob.
Cleveland July 7 Anpolonia Sablmol Sweaty claimed she was held prisoner for three years following a fake marriage ceremony. She said Joseph Sallo Malin abused her and forced her to give money while he lived off her. She learned the marriage was illegal.
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