Great Britain and France declare war on Austria Hungary
Britain and France declare war on Austria Hungary after France’s formal declaration. The British foreign office announced rupture with France and Austria Hungary exists from midnight. The Austro Hungarian ambassador in London reported the state of war and consular enrollments began for Austrians and Hungarians in Britain.
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Great Britain
Austria
Bowtush Foreign Office
East Hungary
Tisny
Wodouaege
Thiice
Germany
Hungary
de Vuirin
Ussia
Brance
London
Bistavnic
Austria Hungary
Lagland
Robert P Skinner
Seuetary
Skinner
Page
Istre
Steve BS
British Isles
Belgians hold Liege as German advance stalls
An official report says Liege forts resist while Belgian west of the city recapture ground from Germany after a sharp attack. Belgians destroy bridges in the German rear cutting supply lines. Heat and fatigue burden troops as French positions near encircled areas report limited movements.
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Liege
Attusne
Canden
France
Gwen
Villa Rivals Pillans Uprising as Provisional Leaders Unite
A rebel coordinate emerges with Chahtion Carbajal Velasco and Maytorena forming an alliance to strike Carranza forces. Provisional President Carbajal flees to Vera Cruz. peace pact signed. Velasco leads southern push while Villa shifts to support. Government announces cautious occupation plans for the capital and flags for the arrival of constitutionalists.
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Velasco
Carranza
Vera Cruz
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el Casa
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Maytorena
Sunoia
Mexico
Carbaja
Sonora
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Guayamas
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Wea
Bila
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Ant
Coaballa
Belpg
Villa Fas
Vejanco
Villa
Canrauzd Villa
Velarto
Carrgnza
Capita
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Cardajal
Mexico City
Tila
Mewico
Smalitucional Airy
FETERS SUCCEEDS HAMLIN In Treasury as Acting Secretary
The Treasury Department announces Feters as the new Assistant Secretary Andrew J Perera takes charge of customs after Hamlin’s departure. Byron K Newton steps in as Acting Secretary during the absence of Secretary Adoo while a Federal Reserve Board member is named.
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Treas WO Department
Joatertay
Andrew J Perera
Treaancy
Hamila Hey
Federal Reserve Board
Byron K Newton
Treasury
Adoo
Watson Case Near End Details Shortage Relief Bill
The House District committee reports a bill authorizing adjustment of shortages arising from the defalcation of T M A Watson, an auditor’s employee. The measure provides payment into the U.S. Treasury and authorizes funds to settle accounts, with appropriations sourced from district revenues. The report also covers a separate bill to extend railway lines and street improvements in Portland street southeast.
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Jamoa Woatson
District Auditors Office
Watson
Ben Jomeon
Rentaky
T M A Watson
Tnto
Treasury of
United States
Hancoux
Washington Railway and Clee Trie Company
Senate Ratifies Eighteen Peace Treaties With Multiple Nations
After two days of debate the Senate ratified eighteen conventions with Norway Netherlands Portugal Switzerland Denmark Italy El Salvador Guatemala Honduras Mica-Yagua Belina Costa Rica Venezuela Uruguay Argentina Brazil and Chile. The pacts create international commissions of inquiry before reporting disputes to arms diplomacy, with five year durations and reservations of independent action after interim reports. Dominican Republic and Panama treaties were held for further consideration due to special relations amid a wider move to ease tensions and manage possible canal tolls and alliances.
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Netherlands
Portugal
Switzerland
Denmark
Italy
Salvador
Guatemala
Honduras
Mica- Yagua
Belina
Costa Rica
Venezuela
Uruguay
Argentina
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Chile
Senate
Armain
Dominican Republic
Panama
Capitol
Swanson
Korna
Danmark
Gustempla
Ionduias
Nicaragua
Balivia
Persia
Ceala Vara
Uroguay
Brart
Gmle
Pana Ma
United States
Santa Domingo
Daring Exploits of German Spies Spreads Espionage Fever in Belgium
New York Aug 1 war correspondent Martin H Donahue cables from Brussels describing Belgian chaos as German spies sow fear. He recalls being detained for eight hours by police amid spy accusations and mistaken identity, then released with little apology. He also notes German wounded receiving care in a hospital and Belgian civilians reacting with suspicion and patriotism.
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Yohen
Leipzig
Stanke
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Chamber of Commerce
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Mexian
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New York
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Fist
Earther
Charles Sarcles
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Edinburgh
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Uniitary
Umer Caserta
Home Office
Paria
Bea
Wilson Opposes French Loan And Raises Neutrality Concerns
President Wilson argues against floating large loans to France and other belligerents, warning such financing could widen sympathy for the war and threaten US neutrality. He favors reducing the duration of the conflict over aiding prolongation and cautions against exporting gold for loans while domestic needs prevail.
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Japan
Ita
United States
Citimerats
Joans
France
Securitg
Wilson
Austria
Fined for Dipping Shad in Potomac by Local Court
Eugene Shorter and Harry Ardinger were fined $2 each by Judge Aukam in police court after plead guilty to violating the fish law by dipping shad and herring from the Potomac. The offense occurred months ago but they fled into Virginia when pursued. They were indicted by the grand jury and brought back to the district on a bench warrant.
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Harry Ardinger
Aukam
Quilty
Potomac
Virginia
Brougent
No aid for reserves captain predicts armed British merchant fleet
The Hull captain says fifty British merchant vessels will be armed as German and French actions influence convoy plans. Reports note two English sea captains warn of iceberg danger while Dutch and Italian shippers adjust sailor and reservist movements amid consular notices and postponed sailings. German consulate limits and reservist repatriation complicate transport as Rochambeau halt prompts security concerns.
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United Flat Company
Oureau
Belgium
Todastrom Hall
Punton
Carrs Smn
Caserta
Moon
Genoa
Naples
Palermo
85 ships seized by Russia in Baltic action
St Petersburg reports Russia has seized three German and twelve Austrian steamships in a broad Baltic move amid tensions with Germany and Austria Hungary. The action follows mounting hostilities and shifts in maritime control, affecting commercial vessels and neutral trade routes.
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St Petersburg
Russia
Sargent Second at Golf Open in Chicago Tourney
In a Chicago golf tournament the professional stroke play open moved with 148 to tie thirty six. George Sargent of Chevy Chase Club Washington DC captured the second prize of $10, finishing one stroke behind winner Pray. MacDonald Smith of Oakland tied for fourth with Tam Namara at 151. Tred McLeod of Colombia Count Club withdrew due to heavy rain and early delays.
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Chicago
Mike Brady
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Wollaster County
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Washington DC
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Kansas farmer kills wife in hospital during failed abortive act
At the General Hospital Randell Kans farmer John Rolfe, 40, shot his wife while she lay awaiting an appendicitis operation. He then shot himself, dying shortly after. authorities report Mrs Rolfe died in hospital in the afternoon.
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Randell
Kans
Surat
Relfe
Relfs
Luncheon of 21 Year Old Found In Senate Locker
In a room near the Senate chamber several tron lockers were removed from storage and broken into yesterday after a missing key. A preserved luncheon from an earlier era was found in one locker, including a ham sandwich, jelly roll cake, and a paper marked WB with an address showing it was mailed to Rick Word Coke, a former Texas senator.
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Senate
Rick Word Coke
Texas
Pinchot to wed ex diplomat's daughter in Boston affair
Announcement states Morris Pinchot will marry the daughter of former diplomat Bnde Hlec with the ceremony to be held at Roslyn and a service at Saugatuck Conn if plans hold. The wedding date appears advanced due to Mrs Pinchot illness, with guests limited to close family and a few friends. The event is tied to prominent figures including former President Roosevelt and political figures from Pennsylvania.
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Taft—Ilness
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Pinchot
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Sperial
Washington
New York
Saugatuck
Thomas Brewer Ross Ats
Ucremei
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Mr Poel
Maryster
Stee of
Snion
Lowad
Roosevelt
Grice
Yale
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Theodore Roosevelt
Willie Draper Lewis
Pennsylva
Reports on Child Labor Amendments Considered by House Committee
A House labor committee report outlines amendments to restrict child labor in interstate trades. It defines lawful conditions for workers under specified ages and hours at manufacturing and related establishments, detailing penalties and enforcement.
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House
Cowsie
Patmer
Clayton Bill Debated in Senate Amid Labor Provisions
The Senate opened discussions on a Clayton bill addressing labor dependence and federation rules. Debates focused on a final act, with provisions on railroad wage standards and the role of unions. Amid uncertainty, lawmakers prepared for possible amendments and a vote sequence.
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