31 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
1
A fragmented report notes Austria declares war on Servia with German and Austro Hungarian government actions mobilizing forces. Britain and Russia prepare, England’s foreign secretary discusses a European solution while Germany and Austria tighten lines and mobilize troops amid tensions.
Heavy rain Tuesday evening brought nearly an inch at Lemmon with more in nearby localities. Grain was mostly shocked while corn, potatoes and flax show rain needs. Crop losses from heat raise overall wheat, oats and barley damage around twenty percent across the section.
The road network moved troop trains and telegraph lines were nanopolized for government use while strict censorship took hold. Servia mobilized and moved the Hel iade garrison inward. Sortie’s capital faced a vulnerable position as war staff anticipated every scenario. Major powers including Britain and the Admiralty prepared for contingencies, with smaller states like Molland Belgium and Switzerland taking measures. Austria Hungary declared war, joining the triple alliance, while Germany and Maly prepared as well. The Serbian government received word of the fort’s status and shifted its temporary headquarters to Kragayewate.
Burin July 28 Germany replies unfavorably to British led peace plan for a conference of European powers. Berlin contends the suggestion would threaten its aims and warns against any move that could derail a hoped settlement. The note signals stiff resistance and questions the sincerity of allied mediation efforts.
July 24 in Dortmund area reports state a fire caused the disaster at the Hansemann coal mine. Pi teen workers perished in the blaze, with authorities investigating the cause and extent of the fatalities.
A playful observation of animal sounds contrasts hen modesty with rooster bravado. The rooster’s crow, bees buzzing, cattle mooing, dogs barking, and birds coo form a lively tapestry of nature’s noises, as the piece muses on instinct and presence.
The 24th election upheld a municipal saloon in Lemmon with 57 more votes in favor. G I Lemmon, Walter Mowry and John Rooks led the saloon group. J L Tice was chosen as manager at 125 dollars monthly, with Jack Smith and Earl Moon as bartenders and Martin Ruddy as porter and special policeman. The former Corner Bar site was repainted and remodeled for the new town saloon opening Wednesday at 1.00 p.m.
An identification tag recovered in Paris links to the slaying of Wes Killed in Mexico. The tag was taken from a heap amid rioting remains. Mexican authorities investigated the case and plan to press charges against Carbajal government for Parke’s death.
The Giants lost to the McIntosh Braves by a high scoring margin in a hot crowd affair. Crow Skin pitched well for the Braves allowing nine hits and Burkhart endured a tough ninth while collecting 120 strikeouts. Giants shuffled positions and brought two new players, affecting early rhythm as McIntosh led 3 0 in the opener. rematch set as teams plan adjustments and another meeting soon.
Farmers in the county report the first New Rye crop received on Saturday with wide variation in yields. The article notes large and small strips, mentions Mr Cobbens threshing several bushels, and highlights the overall strength of rye in the area.
In a high scoring baseball game the visiting riders surged with timely hits and pitching to overcome mistakes. Donahue led with a single and Donahue doubled later, while several fielding errors contributed to the large gap, final score 15 to 2 as Archambault and Key produced early baserunners and solid at bats.
President Drayton spoke to the local equity union about support for farmers in the Vitel Shatea region. He urged unity, warned of rising debts, and backed cooperative efforts at Aberdeen with Edmund Ward as a delegate coordinating with area directors and officers.
In a reported blast, several workers were hurt at a site described in the fragmented OCR text. Authorities began reviewing the scene and emergency crews responded promptly to the unidentified location. Further details on cause, injuries, and exact site remain unclear from the garbled source.
Fragmented OCR text reports a disorderly scene involving strikers and police dispersal actions. The lines mix garbled phrases about water views, engines, and injuries, with unclear names or locations. The readable portions point to a clash ending with authorities restoring order and potential casualties.
A scrambled note notes hurried activity and chaotic speaking among attendees. The fragment mentions a meeting with unclear participants and a suspicious rush of talk, suggesting disruption and confusion in a public space.
The statement from President Eustis after a conference with the attorney general declares the department of justice dissolution will be prosecuted without further delay. Mortun and Mortun were mentioned in the dispatch as involved in the press cycle. The message emphasizes swift legal action and official commitment.
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