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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1914
Page
7
A force of French cavalry arrived to the east of Liege today in relief operations. The troops were reported advancing, according to an official announcement received in Brussels via London at 11 30 am.
One hundred twenty five thousand Germans took part in assaults on the Liege forts but failed to pierce the defenses. The war office at Brussels reports three corps rendered useless in the engagement.
Private citizens will attend the White House service and a Rome Georgia burial. Congress will not join. lawmakers to adjourn 1 to 4 pm. No honorary pallbearers. Train to depart Washington Monday for Rome Tuesday, with services led by Rev. Beach and Rev. Taylor.
The War Office issues an official statement that 125000 Germans attacked Liege but failed to breach fortifications. Three German corps were cut up and rendered useless. For days the little Belgian army, with tenacity and courage, aided the French that move toward our territory. Hundreds of German prisoners are said to be captured, mostly cavalry. German troops show lethargy while officers try to pose as Frenchmen.
All eyes turn to Belgium where the Belgian army’s stand against a German advance earns praise. British expeditionary force possibly sails. Paris notes French troops aiding Belgium. Liege forts hold. German evacuation seen as moral defeat amid mobilization and hidden moves.
Kaiser Wilhelm stands with admirals Von Tirpitz and Holtzendorf as they discuss naval operations in case of war with England. Reports say similar conferences are being held recently to outline plans and strengthen readiness.
Lisbon reports Portugal will back Great Britain in the European war after Germany sought their intentions. Premier Machedo ne states duties require action as warships are ordered to cruise the coast and foreign shipping is told to remove wireless gear. The war office reportedly orders mobilization of three divisions.
Paris reports detail the French ambassador to Berlin Jules Cambon endured inconveniences during a trip from Berlin at Kiel. Soldiers halted the train under baggage inspection pretense, kept travelers in locked compartments with closed windows, and a guard stood with a revolver at each door for over an hour. TheRussian chargé d affaires and women and children faced the same treatment.
Count Albert de Mun, a conservative leader in the chamber of deputies, writes that a friend told of 12 Danish children on a German train to the frontier who shouted Viva la Franca and were dragged off. four were shot. The report reflects wartime brutality and public outrage amid the conflict.
A small group of close friends was admitted on the grounds south of the White House early today as President met with aides and addressed pressing official matters. The scene appeared quietly orderly with no ceremonies conducted.
Reports from London and other ports on Aug 8 detail force actions on the gold coast, a Norwegian steamer struck near Wietingen but beached, and dispatches about governorship selections in the U S. A White Star liner delay and Belgian protectorate movements are noted, with British naval orders impacting Red Star liner schedules and German cruiser movements tied to Werner. Paris issues a state statement on German actions as the day closes.
London papers including The Standard and Daily Mail urge Italy to abandon neutrality and join England and France against the common enemy of Europe, signaling a united front amid escalating tensions.
A telegraph from Home to Central News reports semaphore signals on the Italian coast as German cruisers Gothen and Breslau head toward the Adriatic. Paris announces French and English troops disembarking on French soil under joint command. Germany planned rapid success, Belgium halted by Belgian retreat. King Albert salutes troops aiding Liege as France prepares to help.
Archibald M. Huntington, president of the American Geographical Society, and his wife were arrested in Nuremberg Havana by German police and held as spies. Huntington’s chauffeur, who escaped in Switzerland, telegraphed that they were maltreated and stripped during search. An ambassadorial telegram to Washington suggested U.S. action by the State Department.
Paris dispatch from Petit Parisian says the German cruiser Augsburg, which bombarded Libau, has been sunk by a Russian torpedo boat. Augsburg displaces 4,280 tons, steams at 27 knots, with a crew of 27 officers and men.
A Denver woman died by her own action during a wartime rescue effort in London. The report notes she left her mother in Germany and traveled to Antwerp before arriving in London in serious condition. The fragment references an inferred link to wartime events and rescue attempts.
New York report states German torpedo boats attacked British warships near the Humber waterway to Hull on the east coast of England, sinking four vessels. Several attacking boats were sent back. The date of the engagement is not specified.
Berlin via London reports the German advance guards penetrated the Belgian frontier and a bold coup by a small detachment at Liege failed to take the fortress. The official account calls the fortress operation a heroic but limited incident with no effect on larger operations.
Officials warn the silver market may react to the European war as prices fluctuate. The report notes conditions could shift slightly, with observers tracking wartime impacts on supply and demand amid broader market uncertainty.
London August 2 18 The government seeks power to seize all foodstuffs by bill introduced in the house of commons. Walter Runciman cites greed of wealthy cornering provisions and causing hardship while promising readiness if needed as panic subsides.
Brussels wires report King Albert sent a message to President Poincare thanking France for swift aid to repel the Germans. Poincare replied French troops are proud of the Belgian army and Liege received the Legion of Honor for gallant defense as fighting around Liege continues.
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