British Army on the Continent in major force move
The official British war bulletin reports a large portion of the best English troops now deployed on the continent with sailors guarding transports. King George appeals to their valor as the expeditionary force lands in France. Recruits move through ports amid guarded troop movements and no casualties are noted.
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Antwerp
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Expectomy
Table Silver the ws no wedding gift
A display promotes hundreds of pieces of Table Silver in new and standard patterns. The wording suggests Table Silver offers a practical wedding gift option with a wide range of styles to choose from.
Mrs Elsie Cobb Wilson Describes Terror of Tourists Abroad
Special to The Washington Post. Washington's Mrs Elsie Cobb Wilson reports on distress among American travelers stranded abroad, urging U S government aid and convoys home. She cites near 6000 to 60000 Americans needing help, hotel closures, crowded London, and dangerous conditions as refugees seek safety and repatriation.
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American Relief Committee
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Fred Chapin
Relph Cross Johnston
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Huntington Tackson
Charles Richardson
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Henry May
Cecilia May
Germany Admits Losing Batteries in Alsace Battle
Berlin reports that in the Muhlhausen clash one and a half French army corps entered upper Alsace while German troops concentrated. The Germans attacked and pushed the French back toward Belfort, but the French continued their march. A Strassburg artillery action was defeated and two batteries were taken by the enemy. An inquiry is underway into possible treachery among locals.
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Kitchener Admonishes Soldiers to Bravery and Temperance
Earl Kitchener urges British Expeditionary Force to brave service for France and Belgium. He stresses discipline, courtesy, and restraint, warning against alcohol and women while maintaining trust with allies and upholding the king’s honor.
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Elgium
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Kaiser Weep As He Drew Sword Before 140000 Germans
The Washington Post reports the United States steamship with 140000 in Berlin crowds, including Treat and wife, saw Kaiser William II apologize and draw his sword on July 21, moving many to tears. The event followed warnings of unavoidable war with Russia, witnessed by the vastGathering.
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French Turcos in Battle at Muhlhausen
Paris reports from Marseilles that khaki clad Turcos from French Africa first seen near Muhlhausen were mistaken for German troops by the enemy. As they closed in, the Turcos charged German entrenchments with a wild yell, showing their distinctive uniform.
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Africa
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PLED BERLIN IN TIME
Sydney Nova Scotia Aug W H Moore of Indianapolis and Dr C T Marshall of the University of Pennsylvania lead a U S government survey party to German serum plants. They arrived from St Johns Newfoundland aboard the Mongo lian after Berlin war news broke. The group, 10 in total, joined 22 others on the Royal Gudge sailing from Liverpool to Montreal on August 16.
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Nova Scotia
W—H . Moore
Indianapolis
C T Marshall
University of Pennsylvania
United States
Germany
St Johns Newfoundland
Berlin
Austia
Russia
London
Royal Gudge
Liverpool
Montreal
Canada Acts On War Income Tax May Be Imposed
Ottawa August 18 With parliament opening by the Duke of Connaught four emergency bills were to be enacted to fund the Canadian expeditionary forces fortify home defenses provide revenue and grant governor general war powers A suggested income tax would replace customs revenue as part of wartime finance, defense, and fiscal measures.
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Duke of Connaught
Connaught
Canada
North Sea events continue amid censorship and rumors
Report notes British censorship still prevents naming the two German cruisers. Hong Kong harbor hosts many German merchant ships with several warships entering on August 13 carrying numerous wounded. It is believed the British ships Minotaur and Hampshire or French Dupleix and Montcalm may have engaged the German cruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau.
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Dupleix
Montcalm
Scharnhorst
Gneisenau
McReynolds nomination and cabinet reshuffle details
The article notes confirmation challenges for Mr McReynolds in the Senate as he is to begin Supreme Court duties with the new term. It identifies Mr Gregory, a Mississippi native admitted to the Texas bar in the 1880s, as a special counsel who prosecuted antitrust cases and was slated for a cabinet post. It recounts initial plans to name Secretary Garison of the War Department as Attorney General, but the President chose to keep Garrison for now due to his experience in the War Department.
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England
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Hale
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Germany
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Teans
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Abilly
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War Department
Poincare to Sign Decree on Race Track Parimutuel Proceeds
Paris reports that President Poincare will sign a decree tomorrow authorizing race track authorities to allot a portion of parimutuel betting proceeds to the French Red Cross fund. The move aims to bolster relief efforts and channel gambling revenue to wartime humanitarian aid.
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Poincare
Red Cross Fund
French Nobility Anxious Over German-Child Destinies
Paris Aug 18 The American embassy reports many inquiries from French nobles about the fate of children sent to German homes for language study at the outbreak of the war. Officials admit they have no information and French families await guidance on the disposition of these German children in their care for educational purposes.
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Arcadian freighter arrives with German toys in Hampton Roads
The Arcadian, last of the Hamburg America Line ships, reached Hampton Roads after departing Hamburg July 20. The Arcadia carries a cargo valued at about $0000 in toys for American children, likely the final German shipment to reach the United States for Christmas demand.
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Hamburg
Atlantic
Arcadia
Germany
Defense of Liege Poem by William Watson
London Aug 18 The Chronicle publishes a verse titled Liege by William Watson praising Liege France stood firm against the invader and defended the pass with unyielding courage The world watched as Liege held the road and its heroes and sons were praised for their noble deeds and sacrifice
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William Watson
London
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Brussels Taken or Held in German Advance
A chaotic, opinion-soaked narrative describes German advances toward Brussels and the anticipated larger clash. It contrasts Berlin and London views, reports Belgian resistance near Dinant and Ramillies, and notes Brussels as a possible bait guarded by Belgians and Allies.
U.S. Near War Debate Over American Troops in Mexico
Report from Chihuahua August 18 notes cabinet favored sending U.S. troops from Vera Cruz to Mexico City but President refused. Villa ordered to stay away from the capital by Carranza, while U.S. officials, including George C. Carothers and Paul Fuller, sought a peaceful path and possible recognition of a provisional government as tensions neared war.
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Mexico
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Santa Rosalia
Mexico City
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Torreon
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Mexco Cato
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Mexical
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Mexco City
Carbaja
Varister Majan
Tesena
Paul Fuller
New York
Cuanza
Washington
Villas
George C Carothers
Imarginn
Jon Wth
Meatea
Dulles
White House
Mexica
Thurstz
Names in List of Dead Pars Aug 18
The article notes the first French soldier killed in the war, with his name withheld under secrecy rules. It details how German forces learned French unit placements through published casualty lists and the publication of dead and wounded in the Franco Prussian conflict.
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