FOURTH YEAR. CHITINA, ALASKA, TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 1914. NUMBER 43.
AMSTERDAM, Aug. 10.—This afternoon the transporta
tion of 4,000 Belgium prisoners to Germany was commenced.
These are the soldiers who were captured in the recent attacks
on Liege.
LONDON, Aug. 10.—Dispatches to the Telegraph from
Rome state that Emperor William has arrived at Aix la
Chapelle to join his army. This city is generally known as,
Aachen, and is located on the border line of Belgium, in the
province of Rhine, and not far from Leige, where it is thought
the Emperor will direct his forces in the effort to capture the
fortifications.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 10.—A terrific battle has been fought
in the state of Elsass Lothringen, Germany. The location is'
just across from France and near the Switzerland line. The
Minister of War announces that the Germans met with 30,000
casualties and the French 15,000, resulting in the retreat of the
Germans and the capture by the French of the Alsatian village
of Altkirch.
PARIS, Aug. 8.—Early this afternoon it was officially
announced that English troops, under direction of French
officers were disembarking on French soil, at points not
revealed. Later today it was known that they crossed the
Straits of Dover and landed at the towns of Dunkirque, Calais
and Ostend, which are very close to the Belgium line. Twenty
two thousand British regulars were immediately rushed to
Namur, almost the center of Belgium, where they will support
the Belgians and French in a battle with Germans that is now
under way.
NEW YORK, Aug. 8.—Private cable reports have been
received in this city stating that a fleet of German torpedo
boats attacked British warships in the Humber waterway to
Hull, North Sea, sinking four of these big vessels. A number
of the attacking boats were also lost. The attack came as a
surprise to the British as it was not known that any of the
German craft were in that section.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 8.—Albert I, King of Belgium, was in
personal command of the cavalry that made a flank attack on
the German forces at Liege late this afternoon.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 7.—That Germany met with a dis
astrous loss at idege^is generally admitted. The war office
announces that Germany admits having lost 25,000 dead and
wounded, largely the former. They asked for an armistice to
bury their dead. Thousands of wounded Germans are lying
between the lines and the forts. During the early morning
three regiments of Uhlans were wiped out. Three squadrons
of Germany cavalry and four battalions of infantry were
annihilated while crossing a mined district.
BERLIN, Aug. 7.—When he learned ol the loss at Liege
and the decision of Italy the Kaiser issued a proclamation, in
which among other statements he says, “We will fight to the
end, even against a world full of enemies.”
LONDON, Aug. 7.—At midnight the British fleet engaged
the German fleet off South Dogger banks. The firing was
rapid and the intention of the Germans to press forward was'
thwarted, until finally their fleet was driven back to the coast
of Holland. The Admiralty announced this morning that the
North Sea is now safe for British shipping, as it is nolj
expected that there will be any difficulty in keeping away the
German warships, because of the superior strength of Great
Britain.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 6.—The Germans renewed the battle at
Liege this morning and the firing continued for hours. This
afternoon the two forts outlying the main fortifications, were
evacuated by the Belgian soldiers. The big Germany army
engaged in the invasion with all the artillery of the German
cavalry trapped and routed a regiment of the Belgian lancers.
One hundred thousand Germans are pressing the attack with
a full line on the Liege fortifications, and expect to win before
night.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 5.—The Germans made an attack on
Liege but were repulsed by the Belgians. They sought to
capture the city, which has a population of nearly 200,000 and
is the capital of the province of Liege. The Belgians, however,
were prepared for the fight, and w7hile a number were killed on
both sides, the enemy was quickly driven away. The Germans,
however, met with very little opposition in their capture of the
town of Vise, with 3,000 people and not very far from Liege.
VIENNA, Aug. 5.—The Russian aeroplane Pilot, with
two Russian officers and men was flying on the frontier near
Lerwborg this afternoon when they were fired on by one of
Austria’s machine guns. The shot took effect and the machine
immediately dropped to the ground, killing all who were
aboard.
LONDON, Aug. 5.—After the bombardment of Bona the
German cruisers Goeben, Breslau and Panther were caught by
the British and French squadrons. The French warships
captured the three cruisers.
LONDON, Aug. 5.—Germany gave her first manifestation
against Great Britain early this morning. A British mine
laying ship was attacked by the German fleet and sunk with all
aboard going down. About this time the British torpedo boat
destroyer Pathfinder hove in sight and * pursuit was immedi
ately started by the German fleet, but the Pathfinder got away
without any injury. This attack has intensified the war feeling
here and now it is accepted that England must go forwad with
all her strength and battle against Germany.
PARIS, Aug. 11.—There is much excitement throughout
the city this afternoon over various reports which have
been received of a heavy engagement that is being fought
between the French and Germans in southern Alsace, which is
the southwest part of Germany. Conflicting reports have been
received as to the contest. One indicated that the Germans
were on the retreat after heavy losses, while another report
stated that the French were driven back. All of which is taken
tp indicate that the battle is still raging and that both sides
have had reverses.
PARIS, Aug. 11.—The Minister of War has announced
that the French have evacuated Muhlhausen, which town is
across the border and in the Alsation country. The forces have
been diverted to engage in an attack on the center and main
line of the German frontier fortifications and it is expected
that a bitter fight will be waged.
LONDON, Aug. 11—The Admiralty war bureau announces
that a large German force this afternoon reached the Belgian
frontier and that they will push on towards Liege and the
Meuse river valley, which is between Liege and Namur.
LONDON, Aug. 11.—Another correspondent of the Daily
Telegraph this mprning telephoned from Manstrich that there
was heavy firing between Liege and Longres. Also that the
Germans were placing heavy guns before Liege and the city of
Namur, in the province of that name, which adjoins the
province of Liege.
LONDON, Aug. 10.—Yesterday the Germans entered the
town of Liege after a desperate resistance upon the part of the
Belgians. They occupied the town though the forts were not
taken. The Germans, however, expect to force their evacua
tion. General Von Emmich summoned the principal citizens
of the city and ordered them imprisoned as hostages in the
citadel, to prevent the forts from continuing their firing.
German gunners are intrenched in the public squares to
overawe the inhabitants.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 7.—A German Zeppelin in flying over
the Herve plateau fortifications yesterday afternoon was
shelled by the Belgians. The machine burst into flames and
fell to the ground. All of the crew of 26 perished.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 6.—Last evening a platoon of Prussian
cavalry invaded the town of Vise, in the province of Liege, and
northeast of the capitol, and committed all kinds of depreda
tions against the civil population, burning the town and
shooting many of the residents. Later a Belgian force arrived
and almost annihilated the Prussians. They opened fire and
in a few minutes 70 out of the 90 Prussian officers and men
were killed.
PARIS, Aug. 6.—According to the reports of French
officers the Germans blew up an armored train that was
proceeding through France in the direction of Luxemburg. The
track had been mined and when set off killed 100 of the French
and wounded 800. The latter were sent to the rear in a special
train.
LONDON, Aug. 5.—Great Britain has declared war,
“owing to the summary rejection by the German government of
the request made by his Britainnic Majesty’s government that
the neutrality of Belgium should be respected. His Majesty’s
ambassador at Berlin has received his passports and his
Majesty’s government has declared to the German government
that a state of war exists between Germany a,nd Great Britain
from 11 o’clock p. m., August 4.”
LONDON, Aug. 5.—A state of war exists in Europe with
Austria-Hungary and German}7 being opposed by Russia,
France, Great Britain, Servia and Montenegro. x\ustria had
been sending her soldiers to the border lines of Servia but has
now turned from that country and is endeavoring to hold back
the Russians. Servia is prepared to invade Bosnia, which
adjoins Servia on the west.
LONDON, Aug. 11.—The Daily Times states that England
has now (500,000 men under arms, without counting the reserves
i which will be called as soon as occasion requires.
ROME, Aug. 11.—A dispatch received here this morning
states that the Montenegrins have invaded the northern part
of Turkey in Europe and now occupy Scutari.
SOFIA, Aug. 11.—Bulgaria has proclaimed a state of war
and the feeling of unrest here is intense.
LONDON, Aug. 11.—A state of war has been declared in
the southern provinces of Holland.
PEKIN, Aug. 11.—The indications are that Japan will
soon declare war on Germany. There is a growing desire
upon the part of the Imperial Diet to get into the fray.
ROME, Aug. 9.—Germany and Austria-this morning again
threatened Italy with a declaration of war if this country
persists in its announced neutrality.
BRUSSELS, Aug. 10.—Before departing for the front the
King in an address said: MBefore the Germans annihilate our
army they will have to pass over my dead body.”
LONDON, Aug. 10.—This afternoon Lord Asquith, prime
minister, announced in the House of Commons that Com
mander Kitchener had called for the second 100,000 volunteers.
At the same time Home Secretary McKenna announced that
the King had released from jail all suffragettes who were
serving sentences for militancy offenses.
PARTS, Aug. 10.—This afternoon France declared war on
Austria-Hungary, and it is expected that battleships will make
an attack on the open ports of this country in the Adriatic Sea.
SEATTLE, Aug. 10.—Great Britain has requisitioned
the steamsihp Prince George, which runs between Seattle and
Prince Rupert. She is to be held in readiness to convey troops
from' Vancouver to Portland canal in case of an attack by the
Germnns in the British Columbia waters.
LONDON, Aug. 6.—The prices of all food stuffs is soaring,
and beef has gone to 42 cents per pound.
FACTS ABOUT FOREIGN COUNTRIES
Some interesting statistics about countries that are now in
the public mind are given as follows:
Nation— Population Wealth Indebtedness
Gt. Britain & Irel’d 45,653,000 $ 80,000,000,000 $3,527,268,399
Germany . 64,925,993 60,000,000,000 4,913,320,000
France & colonies.. 93,850,000 65,000,000,000 6,343,208,000
Japan . 67,142,798 12,519,914.008 1,241,997,000
United States. 97,028,497 130,000,000.000 1,048,645,985
China .329,542,000 52,851,885,410 757,054,030
Russia .160,100,000 40,000,000,000 4,553,488,000
Austria-Hungary .. 49,400,000 25,000.000,000 3,752,658,000
Italv . 34,000,000 20,000,000.000 2,706,609,000
Servia '. 2,800.000 128,078,000
Turkey . 24,000,000 554,441,000
Belgium . 7,300,000 9,000,000,000 759,632,000
LAND FORCES
Peace Strength Reserves
Germany, . 870,000 4,430,000
Russia *.. 1,290,000 3,300,000
France . 720,000 3,280,000
Austria-Hungary . 390,000 1,610,000 .
Italy .*. 250,000 950.000
Great Britain. 254,500 476,500
Japan . 250,000 950,000
Spain . 115,000 235,000
Belgium . 42,000 180,000
Servia . 32,000 208,000
United States, (Regulars) . 85,000 (Militia) 123,000
MODERN BATTLESHIPS AND CRUISERS
—
Officers
Modern Others & Men
(treat Britain . 29 160 137,500
Germany . 19 88 66,783
United States . 14 50 64,780
France . 17 46 60,621
Japan . 9 49 61,054
Russia . 9 27 52,463
Italy . 8 28 33,095
Austria-Hungary . 4 21 17,587
Spain . 3 10 10,165
Brazil . 2 S 8.000
Argentina . 2 8 9.836
Chile . 2 4 10,000
Turkey . 2 9 30.000
NEW YORK, Aug. 10.—General Miles states that if the
war is prolonged it will not be because of the dreadnaughts or
land forces, but rather because of the wireless and air craft.
LONDON, Aug. 10.—Ten thousand Americans left for
their homes on Saturday and Sunday, aboard steamships
sailing from London, Liverpool and Antwerp.
ROME. Aug. 8.—This morning the German and Austrian
governments renewed the strongest pressure possible to secure
Italy’s help in the present war. Liberal territorial compensa
tion was promised, but it was not favorably considered, as
Italy’s great desire was to remain neutral, and she lias been
practically forced into declaring war against Germany.
ROTTERDAM, Aug. 8.—The Ninth Belgian regiment
returning today from Liege proceeded through Antwerp. Each
soldier carried a German helmet on liis bayonet.
STOCKHOLM, Aug. 8.—A Finnish sea captain arriving
here last night reports that the Russian navy is bottled up at
Helsingfors, off Finland in the Gulf of Bothnia. The German
battleships are in command of that territory and also farther
south, they having taken and burned the ports of Reval and
Liban, in the Gulf of Finland, near the entrance.
VIENNA, Aug. 8.—Montenegro has informed this govern
ment that she considers herself in a state of war with Austria.
She had previously exerted efforts in behalf of Servia and the
present announcement was expected.
NEW YORK, Aug. 8.—There is a continued demand for
coal from the United States for the various navies of the
European powers now at war. A number of orders have
already been placed, particularly by Germany and Austria,
which countries have been shut off from the Welsh coal supply,
because of England having been drawn into the controversy.
[ Coal exporters expect to have difficulty in tilling the orders.
LONDON, Aug. 6.—The first money scare has subsided and
it is now expected that the depositors at banks will take a
sensible view of the situation and that there will be no runs on
the banks. The scarcity of money that was in evidence for a
few days has subsided. That a better feeling prevails is
evident from the fact that this afternoon the Bank of England
reduced the rate of discount to 6 per cent. It had advanced
to 10 per cent.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5.—This afternoon President
Wilson cabled King George, Emperor William, Emperor
Nicholas, Emperor Franz Joseph and President Poincaire,
saying, “Should welcome opportunity to act in the interest of
European peace, now or at any other time that might be
thought more suitable.”
NEW YORK, Aug. 7.—A cable received from Berlin for
A. Laprensa, Buenos Ayres, publication, states that the
Socialist leader Liebniclit, and one hundred Socialists, had
been shot by order of the Emperor. They were opposed to
war and sought to create prejudice against the measures
adopted by the government.