Pope Pius X Dies After Blessing Attempt in Rome
Pope Pius X died at 1:20 AM in Rome in the eightieth year of his life and twelfth year of his pontificate. The pontiff faltered while blessing the gathered, murmuring scripture and dying quietly as officials and family watched. Cardials Merry Del Val and FERRATA, bishops, and sisters attended in the chamber, and the nation noted the war’s impact on his final hours. The conclave plans and resting place for the pope's body were discussed as state heads sent messages of condolence.
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Death of Pope Pius X Reported in Vatican Dispatch
Washington reports the Vatican confirms Pope Pius X died overnight after communications to Apostolic Delegate Mgr Bonzano. Earlier messages warned of critical condition. a period of official mourning and a memorial ceremony are anticipated with Bonzano officiating.
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Huerta Tour Sparks London's War Echoes
Victoriano Huerta, former Mexican president, and his family toured London briefly amid wartime travel disruptions. The sighting occurred as London authorities and residents adjust to wartime conditions.
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Prices Rise Across Goods in Waterloo War Sparks Costs
In Waterloo, general prices climb across food items and necessities as war disrupts supply. Navy beans jump $1.25 per bushel, sugar soars to 8.50 per hundredweight, candy and dairy also rise, while milk and flour costs adjust and pharmacists report sharp drug price increases.
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Inflation and Rationing Pressures Hit Waterloo Markets
The article notes broad price hikes across goods from rubber and tinplate to clothing and foods. American manufactured items dominate shortages, while foreign imports shrink. Retailers warn of further rises with limited supplies and higher restaurant menus as workers struggle to maintain wages.
Government War Risk Insurance Asked for Ships
Washington Aug 20 The senate commerce committee favorably reports a bill to provide five million dollars in government war risk insurance for American registered ships during the European war amid hearings in both houses. A bankers and shipping men committee said about 800 foreign bulk ships are ready to seek registry if insured. Majority Leader Underwood argued the government should not make a permanent marine insurance venture but said the measure is an urgent emergency.
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French mother learns all four sons safe from war
In Paris a distraught mother of four French army sons emerges from a municipal office with news that her sons are all safe. She remains pale yet resolute, declaring she is proud to have given them to the cause, while a friend seeks reassurance.
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Lloyds odds on war end by year’s end
London reports at Lloyds the odds are even that the war will end by December 31. Underwriters quote a 61 percent premium on policies covering total loss if no peace pact is signed by year’s end.
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Lioyd's
Absence Of News Signals Major Battle Progress
London reports scarce battlefield news as German forces push toward Sedan and Paris. Meuse line shows Germans driving south toward the entrenched French army while northward troops reach the Dyle near Malines. Belgian forces retreat toward Antwerp amid Brussels’ strategic withdrawal and potential counter moves.
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Picnicker Near-Death After Dark Buggy Runaway
At Eagle Center on Aug 24 Morris Scanlon and Owen Lynch were in a buggy collision when a runaway horse at a pic nic ground in darkness struck another vehicle. Scanlon sustained multiple broken bones and severe bruises while Lynch escaped with a bad scare and a coat pocket missing from a garment Lynch had worn for almost ten years.
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Neutrality Violation Noted at Waterloo Hotel Metropole
A Waterloo scene shows a ten square foot sidewalk battleground in front of the Hotel Metropole, where six men sit daily from 9 PM to dusk as chair warmers in a war of words over European conflict. Proprietor A C Perkins posted a notice declaring the chairs reserved for the war committee and warned guests about occupying them. A secretary of war committee and sofa pillows policy are mentioned.
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Black Hawk County Early Settlers Plan Picnic at Chautauqua Park
The annual picnic of the Black Hawk County Early Settlers Association will be held at Chautauqua Park August 24, one week from next Saturday. A basket dinner will be spread at noon with coffee, sugar, and team provided free by the committee. An interesting program will begin at 1 o'clock. Eligibility is limited to residents of Black Hawk County for 25 years.
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English Girl as a War Aviator
Dijon France Aug 20 French gendarmes stopped a young girl traveling with Pan aviators for the war. Disguised as a man in a military aviators uniform with short hair she was identified as a French Nah girl aged 26. She will be sent back to her parents.
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Russians Capture 12 German Guns at Gumbinnen
A Russian official communication reports troops occupied Gumbinnen near the frontier and captured 12 German guns along with a large number of prisoners. The dispatch was issued from St. Petersburg via London.
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London
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First Capture of German Flag by French Troops
Paris reports the first German flag captured by French troops after a lengthy engagement with the Ninety Ninth brigade. French artillery decimated German guns and horses, church steeple machine guns halted by demolition, and at nightfall the Fifth company seized the flag with eight guns 90 horses and 437 prisoners including ten officers.
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Paris
Petit Troyen
New York Republicans Attack Democratic Rule at Convention
The Saratoga gathering adopted a platform denouncing Democratic national and state policies as sectional and hostile to industry. It targets tariff, banking, currency, and income tax plans, accusing Democrats of overreaching into private business and seeking broad federal powers. Delegates to the constitutional convention were the only nominees endorsed.
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Germans Soon to Occupy Brussels
London reports Brussels dispatch stating rumors of imminent German occupation of Brussels with lines indicating advancing forces and tense Allied positions as the war coverage details stalled progress and potential changes on the front.
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Fia Po Ma Digpauh
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French Forced Fight to Reoccupy Mulhausen Suburb
French troops fought a fierce battle to reoccupy Mulhausen suburb with strong resistance in the Voges Mountains and the Duchy of Luxemburg. One suburb was gained only at bayonet point as the situation remained tense and unchanged in surrounding regions.
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Belgium Admits Troops Retreat Toward Antwerp
Paris reports official Brussels says Germans gain ground on both Meuse banks and approach the Allies. Belgians begin retirement toward Antwerp after delaying German advance. French reoccupies Mulhausen in Alsace after a bayonet assault and captures German guns. Butchery at Aerschot amid renewed German attack. Belgian regiments distinguished in defense.
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Brussels orders disarmament of civic guard
The burgomaster of Brussels has ordered the civic guard to lay down arms as part of a tense security move. The directive comes amid rising disorder and aims to restore public order without further violence.
American Consul Jailed by Mexican Authorities
Fl Paso Texas Aug 20 Louis Hostetter American consul at Hermosillo Sonora has been jailed by Mexican authorities. The arrest sparks a dispute between the Carranza and Villa factions as border officials cite differing responsibilities for the action.
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Villa Blames Carranza Official Over Arrest of Trostetter
General Villa, commander to chief of Chihuahua, telegraphs Col. Elias Calles accusing him of Hostetter's arrest. Rodolfo de la Huerta, a Carranza official, says Trostetter was imprisoned by order of Sonora Governor Jose Maria Maytorena, who leads a revolt against the Carranza government.
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