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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1914
Page
10
The Interstate Commerce Commission signals a possible two year rehearing on freight and passenger rate increases. Analysts see a chance of general fare hikes as a probable next move, with dissent from Commissioner Dantfal, and debate over dividend impact and shifts in policy.
Aug 2 The grain embargo on port Galveston Texas remains in effect until Aug 7. A statement from Santa Fe and Rock Island Railroad cites uncertainty from the threatened European war, insurers’ reluctance to assume risks, slow cleanup progress, and a possible locomotive engineers strike as reasons for extending the embargo on export wheat.
A disruption in Baltimore transatlantic shipping risks a $1 million impact daily. The tie-up, affecting wages for over 1,000 stevedores and related costs, stalls loading at Locust Point yards and demands urgent action to avoid further delays.
Channel boats crowded with passengers including many Americans. The Marla Nord Line announced Finnish agents could no longer guarantee trains to and from Parla, signaling disrupted service for the route.
An overview of Russia Germany Serbia and Austria Hungary detailing area populations and military strength. Russia is a vast continental empire with a strong army and autocratic rule under Czar Nicholas II. Germany traces its rise to 1871 with Prussia leading the federation and a strong fleet. Serbia is a mountainous, agricultural kingdom fighting for freedom. Austria Hungary is a dual empire with two parliaments, a large army, and coastlines on the Adriatic.
American press commentary on the looming general war in Europe notes the immense cost and dire consequences. Reactions from the Philadelphia Ledger, St Louis Republic, Chicago Herald, New York Times, Atlanta Journal, Brooklyn Eagle, New York Evening Post, Louisville Times emphasize Austria Hungary’s actions, Slavic strength, and the inevitability of a broader clash driven by Teuton Slav animosity and imperial missteps.
London announces government takeover of all wireless transmission in the present emergency. A gazette states wireless use by foreign vessels in British waters will follow admiralty rules to be made. In New York, the Commercial Cable Company reports that the British secretary of state said messages to England will be subject to censorship.
Arlington officials said wireless to Europe is impossible this season due to censorship and weather. The naval radio station reports no messages via London Paris since last April as censorship blocks winter transmissions.
French residents in New England were officially notified by the French embassy of mobilization of the French army. The notice, issued through secretary of the embassy in Manchester Tours de Sartiges, urges reservists to prepare for service and affects about 25 000 Frenchmen liable for duty. The announcement sparked cafes and hotels to pause service as people discussed France’s next actions and many planned to sail home on the Cunard Line Franconia.
Berlin reports the German imperial chancellor addressed a large pro war procession from the chancellor's residence. He defended peace efforts by Emperor William and Moltke, but said if war is forced upon the nation they will fight with a clear conscience for existence and honor, invoking Brandenburg and the call to arms.
Premier to attend the fifth Pan American conference opening in Santiago Chile on November 2. The Chilean government issued invitations and set the date. The U S delegation will be named by the President and Secretary of State, with officials to be chosen for Pan American affairs. The Secretary will travel to Chile for the opening and to meet Chilean and other government representatives.
German staff here compare current campaign to 1870 Franco Prussian War move on Saarbrucken with aim to capture Paris before Russia mobilizes. experts cite stronger French artillery and caution over German odds, predicting possible lightning campaign if Paris falls early while Russia lags. State Department prepares neutrality proclamation as Europe tensions rise.
Admiral Dewey, resting at Manhattan Beach, urged Congress to amend navigation laws to allow foreign built ships to fly the American flag. He argued the war crisis could revive a strong U S merchant marine, noting past limits and the need to tap the carrying trade with a larger fleet under the Stars and Stripes. He recalled providence guiding U S history and cited naval innovations like the Monitor as turning points. He avoided discussing Manila Bay and stated U S coastal fighting would respect the three mile limit.
An examination of contraband under international law distinguishes absolute and conditional types. It explains how goods like ammunition are always contraband, while items useful for war or peace vary by destination, shipment location, and declared use, with neutral territory or bona fide neutral routes avoiding seizure.
France reports Kaiser trick as neutrality issues unfold. Diplomacy shows Belgium’s neutrality guarded by signed treaties while Germany refuses to guarantee Belgian neutrality. Mobilization in Germany begins July 31. France follows August 1. Luxemburg attacked by German forces. French troops fire on border post. casualties reported near Roncerey.
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