Two Portuguese Troop Expeditors Reinforce Africa War Front
Report from Lisbon via New York describes two expeditionary forces sailing September for Africa to bolster colonial garrisons amid looming war with Germany. Consul General says Portugal has eight active corps and could raise half a million with reserves. no reserve call issued in the U S. Also notes Spain's neutral stance and Spain’s cautious views toward joining the Allies.
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Passport Refusal Policy Claimed by British Authorities
A London notice from Ambassador Page under an American relief committee reads that British authorities do not require US passports for residence travel or exit in the limited kingdom. The embassy will stop issuing passports except where clearly necessary, amid fears of a German invasion among Americans.
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Reports Mulhausen Taken by German Wounded Occupy Motors
Swiss Basel dispatch cites a Basel message via the Ram correspondent of the Exchange Telegram Compans claiming French forces recaptured Alterich and Mulhamsett. Germans reportedly used ten motor cars to evacuate their wounded after the engagement.
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Antwerp Cathedral Fire Suppression Saves Notre Dame
German troops entered Antwerp and halted the flames at the Cathedral of Notre Dame according to Berlin reports. The chancel was saved with limited civilian casualties, with no more than twelve killed during the bombardment.
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English Nurses Die In Shell Hit On Battlefield
Two English nurses died when an exploding shell struck a field hospital behind Allied lines in Belgium. The incident occurred as they tended wounded soldiers during ongoing bombardment. The report, described as a vivid feature, foreshadows a larger Sunday story and includes a teaser about a poet’s work.
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President weighs plan to aid Europe’s noncombatants
The President considers extending relief to European noncombatants and has asked the State Department to assess how far the government can proceed without violating nonintervention policy. A Congress member suggested a $1,000,000 Red Cross appropriation. State inquiries will gauge allied and enemy views to avoid provoking complaints.
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Submarine Rail Transport Predicted by U S Officer
A Washington correspondent reports U S naval officers predicting Germany will move submarines from Helgoland to Ostend by rail and harass British vessels between France and England. They discuss rail routes between Holland and East Frisan islands, noting small rolling stock could allow overland transport if tunnels and bridges permit.
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US considers private loans to belligerents as ordinary trade
Administration officials disclosed yesterday that private loans to belligerent European nations by US firms or individuals may be treated as ordinary commercial transactions. Such loans would not be neutral violations, hence not subject to government interference. The State Department had previously stated it would not approve loans to belligerent nations.
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All Belgian Men Ordered to Fight or Be Branded Traitors
London dispatch reports the Belgian government, before moving to France, ordered all male citizens aged 15 to 45 to join the army within two days or be treated as traitors. The Hague purported message to the Exchange Telegraph Company notes the drastic decree during wartime displacement.
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Princess Mary appeals for Christmas gifts for troops
London October 15 Princess Mary calls on the nation to send Christmas presents to every sailor afloat and soldier at the front. She envisions useful tokens that aid employment in wartime trades and hopes to raise 500000 for embossed brass tobacco boxes pipes lighters and candies for Indian troops.
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Belgium Shifts Claim on Allied Aid Says Envoy Counts It a Decision
Count von Bernstorf, the German ambassador, stated that England’s denial proves nothing and that neutral Belgium willingly accepted British terms to join the Allies. He claimed documents show England pressured Belgium into war while Germany would have protected Belgium and paid indemnity. He cited 1906 Anglo Belgian ties as proof of long British influence.
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American Bankers May Loan To European Belligerents
A Washington dispatch reports American bankers may lend to European nations at war, individually or jointly, with no law or international rule barring it. The article notes the president once stopped Morgan group loans to France by dissuasion, and discusses State Department statements on contraband sales, questioning bankers’ access to wartime financing.
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Germany's Surprise 68-Foot Gun With 28 Mile Range
Travelers report a new Krupp siege gun described as Germany's surprise. The weapon, cal 1653 inches, weighs at least 124 tons, fires a one ton shell with three quarters of a ton powder, and reportedly length of 689 feet. It allegedly reaches 28 miles with high penetration and costs about 415000 dollars per gun and 1590 dollars per shot, lifetime around 120 rounds.
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Portuguese Legation Refuses War Statement in Washington
The Portuguese legation in Washington declined to discuss reports of mobilization and a possible Portugal Germany war. Inquiries yielded no news of a warlike nature from Lisbon, and officials said no wartime information had been received.
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England Urged to Perfect Plan For Resisting A German Invasion
The Times military correspondent urges Britain to instruct citizens and authorities on how to act in case of invasion. It notes no single commander in chief exists besides Lord Kitchener and stresses the need for unified leadership. The piece warns that Germany might risk an invasion if not deterred by preparedness.
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Royal Family Heads to Sandringham for Unannounced Stay
Virtually all members of the British royal family departed London today for Sandringham for an undetermined visit. Queen Mother Alexandra, Princess Victoria, King George, Queen Mary, Princess Mary, and Princes Albert and John rode special trains amid cheering crowds. Henry W Thornton, American general manager of the Great Eastern Railway, saw to their departure and was presented to the king and queen on the platform.
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Injured Pedestrian Hit by Rain Skid Auto on Ninth Street
An automobile owned by the Vermont Garage and driven by L Skleet skidded on Ninth Street between F and G streets northwest during the rain and struck J C Dumbhart of 1426 D Street Northeast who stood at the curb. Dumbhart was taken to the Emergency Hospital with slight injuries to a leg and later returned home. The car had no chains on its wheels.
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Prince George Refuses Doctors in Serbia War Wound
Rome reports Prince George eldest son of King Peter does not improve as he refuses to follow doctors orders after a battle wound. Crown Prince Alexander was head wounded but resumed duty after dressing. The dispatch notes both princes were in Servia and under military siege.
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Taft Carnegie Praise President Neutral War Stance
Former President Taft and Andrew Carnegie lauded the President for his neutral policy in the present war at a chamber of commerce luncheon in Providence. Taft commended the exact stand and noted its admirable accuracy.
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