New Britain Herald Newspaper, August 3, 1914, Page 1

HERALD BEST OF ALL l LOCAL NEWSPAPERS NEW BRITAIN HERALD HERALD “ADS” MEAN BETTER BUSINES PRICE THREE CENTS. NEW BRITAIN, CONNECTICUT, MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 1914 —TWELVE PAGES. “STABLISHET 1878, ' British Army to Mobilize Tomorrow---France and Belgium Proclaim Martial Law--Coalition Government Probable . Russian Ambassador at Berlin Handed His Passports---German Troops Invade Russian Poland and Kaiser’s Cruiser Bombards Naval Port of Libau on the Baltic---Belgium Appeals to Great Britain. Italy Formally Proclaims Her Neutral- ity In European Conilict--Ger- mans, Russians and French Make Daring Frontier Raids. London, Aug. 3.—It was officially stated here today that the British army wolld mobilize: tomorrow.: Violation of neutral territory .by Germany, daring frontier raids by Ger- man, Russian and French troops, clashes between outposts, the bom- bardment of a Russian Baltic port by a German warship, and- the ‘seizure of # merchant ships by. Russia and Ger- ‘ many, constituted the striking features today of the war on which virtually the whole continent of Europe has started. A The position to be taken by the British Empire remained still to be defined this morning- ‘but- it was feared that Germany's seizure of Belgian territory would be a deciding factor which would lead Britons to take the sword in hand, as under the treaty of London of 1839 Great Brit- ain stands pledged to maintain Bel- gium’s neutrality. : Evidences were not lacking of the grave view of the situation taken by all ‘classes in the United Kingdom. The leaders of the opposition uar- ties were called into council by the cabinet, and it was currently report- ed that the cancellation of Field Mar- shall Earl Kitchener's return to Iigypt was a prelude to his appoint- ment as minister of ,war. Germany Defies Warning Given By Great Britain Tt was asserted in authoritative quarters that due warning had been given to Germany yesterday of the intention of the British navy to take instant action in case a German sol- dier should set foot on Belgian soil. In spite of this and the prompt re- fusal by the Belgian government to accept the agreement offered by Ger- many as the price of the violation of Belgian neutrality, German forces penetrated the little Buffer at two points on their way to the French trontier. The German point of view in re- gard to the situation thus brought about was explained at the German embassy as follows: “The German general staff has been reliably informed that French troops are assembling in great numbers on the Belgian frontier preparatory to crossing. “The German government, there- fore, informed the Belgian govern- ment that if, for strategical reasons, German troops were compelled <o traverse Belgian territory, this move should not be considered in any way a warlike measure directed against Bel- gium, but only as a necessity imposed by French initiative, and that if Bel- gium offers no armed resistance to such a movement Germany will guar- antee the Belgian government the maintenance of its territorial integ- rity and sovereignty and the fullest compensation for any inconvenience caused by the passage of the imperial troops.” The German embassy also stated that it was quite certain no questions would arise in connection with Ger- man troops crossing the Dutch fron- e el il e JIME AT NEW BRITAIN AND AT WAR NEWS Here is the difference of _time between New PBritain and the capitals of the nations in- Volved in the European cr ‘When it is noon at New Brit- ain, it is 5:00 5:09 5:54 6:06 7:01 . at London. . at Paris. . at Berlin. . at Vienna. . at St. Petersburg. | the | sured the government that every sol- tier or in any way interfering with the neutrality, Believed Kitchener Will Be Minister of War A strong belief was prevalent here today that Fileld Marshal Earl Kitch- ener is about to be appointed British minister of war. His return to his post in Egypt was cancelled today. The ministry of war has been ada- ministered by Premier Asquith since the retirement of Colonel John Seeley, March 30 last, in connection with the exhibition of Ulsterite sym- pathy on the part of British military officer: Sir Edward added that Great Brit- ain had not committed herself to any- thing but diplomatic support. Sir Edward told the house of com- mons that he had “given France the assurance that if the German feet came into the English Chanmel or through the North sea to undertake hostile operations against the Freach cgast or shipping the British fiset would give all the protection in its power.” AL Sir Edward announced in the house of commons today that a telegram from the King of the Belgians made a supreme appeal to Great Britain to safe guard the integrity of Belgium. Sir Edward Grey requested the house of commons to approach ihe consideration of the European crisis from the point of view of British in- terests, British honor, and British obligations, The foreign secretary said house was free to decide what British attitude should be. the the Requests House to Deal With Issue Sir Edward again requested the house to deal with the issue before it without passion and he added: ‘“When the documents are made public it will be seen how genuinely and whole heartedly we have made efforts to preserve the peace.” Dealings with the question of Great Britain’s obligations, Sir BEdward said: “Up to yesterday we had given no promise of more than diplomatic sup- port. I was asked at the time of the Algeciras crisis if we would give armed support, and I said I could promise nothing to any foreign power unless it received the whole-hearted support of public opinion. “IL gave no promise, but I told both the French and German ambassa< dors that if war was forced on France public opinion in the British Isles would rally to France.” This part of the speech ceived with loud cheers. Toward the close of his speech Sir Edward Grey sald: ““We must be prepared, and we arc prepared, to face the consequences of using all our strength at any mo- ment, we know not how soon, in-or- der to defend ourselves. Andrey Bonar Law, leader of the opposition, warmly supported the government and referred amid cheers to the pledges of support received from the British dominions, was re- Irish Unite to Defend Emerald Isle Wild cheering from ull parts of the house greeted John E, Redmona, nationalist leader, when he as- dier in Ireland might be withdrawn tomorrow and the coasts of Ireland would be defended agaifist invasion by her armed sons, the Chtholics of the south and the Prn(es(a,.n_« of Ulster. James Ramsay Mac/Donald, social- ist and labor member.declared he was not persuaded that Great Britain wa TEMERAIRE SUPERS B STVINCENT B colLinewooo VANGUARD INDEFATIOABLE GERMAN —~—_ DREADNOUGHTS 191314 IRON NASSAY™ WESTPALEN RHEINLANO POSEN HELGOLAND' ‘THURINGEN 2 BATTLESHIPS OF AUSTRIA PRE- DREADNOUGHT PERIOD FRIEDRICH OER GROSSE KAISER SEYOLITZ KAISERIN XONIG ALBERT DANTE ALIGHIER) DUKE COMPARISON OF 1913-14 BATTLESHIPS OF.GREAT. BRITAIN WITH THOSE OF TRIPLE ALLIANCE: in danger nor her honor involved. He was convinced that she should have remained neutral, The house adjourned until 7 o’clock for a consultation between the lead- ers of all the parties. Coalition Government for British Isles The Evening Standard says there is every probability of the formation of a coalition government in the British Isles to tide over the present crisis. Andrew Bonar Law, the Marquis of Lansdowne, and Arthur J. Balfour, three opposition leaders, were in con- sultation with cabinet ministers to- day. 5% The British government today de- cided to extend the bank holiday over three days. A bill temporarily suspending the payment of bills of exchange passed through all its stages in a few min- utes in the house of commons. The measure contains power to declare a moratorium. Russian Ambassador Handed His Passports Berlin, Aug. 3.—M. Sverbiev, the Russian ambassador, was handed his passports this morning. The mobilization of the German proceeded today with absolute There were few signs in that anything extraordinary was happening, with the exception of great crowds at the railroad stations ond the lack of taxi-cabs, half of which had been requisitioned by the army authorities. An open air religious service at- tended by many soldiers in marching Lit was held today round the Bismarck monument outside the imperial par- lMument house. Al joined in the Lord's prayer A notice was issued by stating that the Emperor's strength and time were absorbed by the work imposed on him at this serious hour and that it was not proper for him' to army calm. Berlin the police be disturbed by popular demonstra- tions. German Embassy Explains Interference With Ships The German embassy here today issued the following explanation of the recent interference with British ships by German war vessels. “This action was merely a police measure and there was no intention on the part of Germany of interfering with the property of the vessels. The Castro was ordered to Hamburg be- ceuse it was undesirable that any com- mercial vessels 'be in the Kiel canal. while in the case of the Saxon the German government had purchased the property on board from the firm to which it was consigned and had altered the destination of the vessel to Hamburg.” An official communication published here today concerning the beginning of the war says: “In consequence of a Russian at- tack on German territory Germany is in a state of war with Russia. “The ¥French reply to Germany's note has been received in the mean- time and is of an unsatisfactory char- acter. In addition France has ordered the mobilization of her army so that the outbreak of war between Germany and France must be awaited at any moment.” German Troops Begin Invasion of Russia Berlin, Aug. 3.—The invasion of Russia by the German troops began today when the first battalion of the 156th Infantry with a machine gun company occupied Kalizz in Russian Poland. The German pid advance from Ostrowo, in sslan . Poland, were accompanied the first regiment of German Uh- infantry, who -nade WEATHER. Hartford, Aug. f.—Fair, cooler tonight. Tucsday fair. PSR R S lans, known as the Emperor Alexan- der III of Russia’s Uhlans, 3 French soldiers crossed the frontier last night at Laschlucht, a small vil- lage in Vosges Mountains. Shots were fired on the German posts but no damage was done, Publishing 'Colored Accounts of Interview A semi-official communication pub- lished here today says: “The Havas agency of Paris is pub- lishing colored accounts of an in- terview between the German ambas- ! sador at Paris and Rene Viviani, the French premier. The fact is that the French reply to the German demand was so ambiguous and evasive that any further declarations must have been meaningless.” Another semi-official commuaica- tion issued today say: “While no German soldier has yet set foot on French soil official reports from the frontier state that French troops in bodies as large as a com- pany crossed the German frontier at Gotteshal, Netzeral, Markirch and the Schulucht Pass, before there was any declaration of war. “A breach of neutrality also has been committed through the faet that French military airmen in great numbers have flown over Belgium and Dutch territory on Germany." their way to Cruiser Bombards Harbor at Libau! Berlin, Via Brussels, Aug. 3.—The small cruiser Augsburg has sent the following report to Berlin less: “Am bombarding the naval bor at Libau and am engaged the enemy’s cruiser of Libau is in fames.” Libau ports of Ru Baltic sea more north of i fortitied and by by wire- har- with The naval port ix one of the principal se 4 and is located on (ks hundred miles the German coast, one or It the navy. The German protected cruiser Augsburg is of 4,250 tons displace- ment and her chief armament con- is used as an arsenal | | Poincare today after a meeting Dowager Empress Marie of Russi Stopped by Germans in Berlin and Told to Return to Lon- don or Go to Denmark. sists of twelve 4.1 inch guns. Her crew aggregates about 400 men. Martial Law Decreed Throughout France Paris, Aug. 3.—A, decree proclaim- ing martial law throughout France and Algeria was issued by President of the cabinet. The president also sum- moned parliament to meet tomorrow. Baron Von Schoen, the German am- bassador, had another interview with Premier Viviani Sunday afternoon. Reports concerning military con- centration in France are most satis- factory. Appeal to Press Made By Fran: An appeal to the press issued this morning, asks the newspapers to ui caution in publishing news about the war which might help the enemy. It recalls the imprudent revelations made in 1870 and the great ald ai forded in this way to Germany at that time. and declares that any news published without the consent of the military authorities renders the offender liable to a charge of trea- son. The fact that France intends to mobilize her forces to the last man is indicated by a bill to be introduced in parliament tomorrow, permitting men who have failed to present them- selvcs for their terms of compulsory military service to join the army now without Nability of punishment. Deputies from the French colonies today issued an appeal to colonial res- idents in Paris to offer their services to the government. Americans Offer to Fight for France Paris, Aug. 3.—Some Americans here have offered to fight for France, and a suggestion has been made that (Continued on Ninth Page.) WAR WORKS BIG LOSS ON LOCAL INTERES New Britain Manufactu Told to Stop Shipments to Europe. Business intercsis already felt the « cis of the war Europe through the cangel many orders for New Britain product) Nearly every plant of any size hi ceived orders from its agents to #ll orders for the other side of Atlantic ocean. H. C. Noble, vige president . treasurer of the Nfflh & Judd facturing company, returned from a trip to Boston, and ) the opinion that this country will fi heavily the hand of war through cancellation of orders. “All our export business has held up, I am informed,” Mr. No said to a Herald reporter. “If state of affairs continues it will mi un enormous blow to business ini ests. It will be so vast that you e 10t concelve of the great loss.” President Henry C. M, Thompson the -American Hardware corporatii in this eity said that several small ‘orders [ Kuropean cities have been cancell within the past week H. H. Pease of the New Britain chine company, which is said to doy extensive business with Germany, ports that the company’s agentsha cancelled all orders. He believes situation is general for all shipmes te the European continent. Henry Hine, secretary of the Tra & Hine Manufacturing compan: stated that orders had been recel this morning to hold up all fo shipments. This will mean quite loss to the company, Mn. Hine said, it does a large forelgnibusiness. Arthur G. Kimball, vice presii of Landers, Frary & Clark, repo: that all foreign shipments have held up indefinitely but have not cancelled. Powers Gravely Regard Developments town of Kalisz Britain is protector. of Arlon. Great town certain agreement appointed minister of war. to Denmark. ser. tier resulted in slight losses French offic, trontier into ( French alrmen Lterritory, erman « near Belfort Martial law but ary aley is re, and tried was proclan ted (o torily an sing Luxemburg out sat The and of Neutr r anthorities The Russian naval port of Libau, on the Baltic, by a German crulser, which also was engaged with a Russian cruls have \ccuse the French frontiers hefore occupied Of the Day in European Situation British army will mobilize tomorrow. German troops invaded Russian Poland today and occupled the The German army violated the neutrality of Belgium, of which German troops occupied the Belgian Belgium had previously refused to consider an ultimatum offering with Germany in case Belgium agreed to fa- cilitate the movements of the German army. So gravely is the situation regarded that a coalition of all parties probably will be formed In the British Isles, and it was generally expected that Field Marshal government Earl Kitchener was to be Dowager Empress Marie of Russia was stopped by the Germans in Berlin on her way to Russia and told to return to London or go was bombarded The German fleet was reported sailing into the North Sea, where the British fleet is said to be concentrated. The German ambassador has not yet Fighting between Russian and German cavalry left Paris today atrols on the fron- Martial law proclaimed in Belglum and all business suspended, ported Lo have attempted 1o cross the Dutch ssfully d to have made during flights over German the French froutier crossed commandeer ghout nee where the mobiy lization and concentration of the various armiex have been carried of violating neutrality the declaration of war by 100,000 German troops.