The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1914-08-04
FRENCH MACHINE GUNS NOW DOWN GERMAN INVADERS;
RUSSIAN WARSHlPS ROUTED BY GERMANS IN NORTH SEA;
KAISER'S TROOPS in NEUTRAL BELGIUM DESPITE PROTEST
WAR NEWS IN BRIEF

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FRANCEFrench troops with machine guns succeeded in
routing large force of German Uhlans at Petit Crox on
the BelfoSwiss frontier ncting heavy the Ger
Reports in Berlin say that $4,000 French troops
have invaded Germany the Alsatian frontier meeting
with resistance President Poncare has proclaimed
martial law in France and Algers.
GERMANY--A German feet Russian squadron off the
Aand Islands in the North Sea and reported to have
driven them into the Gulf of Finland Three German ar
mics invading France, from Basel Switzerland;
second from Metz and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
and third by way of the Belgian town of Aron. Alto
gether comprise 900 In
each they crossing neutral territory in their adj
upon France. Three German army corps NOV
ing against Russia and said to have driven back the
Russian advance guards.
GREAT BRITAN-David Lloyd George Chancellor of the
Exchequer, announced in the House of Commons last
night that steps have been taken for the protection of
British shipping. which will enable continue
whatever may happen. There strong indications
that the advocates of neutrality in the British Cabinet
weakening last night Lewis Harcourt, it said,
had abandoned his position and John Burns resign
day. 1t was officially announced that the British
will be modified to-day Sir Edward Grey the Brit
ish Foreign Minister told the House of Commons that Eng
land could not stand aside and the French attacked
could she disregard her obligations uphold the
trality of Belgium. The formation of coalition Ministry
expected, with Lord Kitchener Minister. More
than 1000 Americans in London met and chose commit
tees to for all who wished to to the
United States hotel accommodations and credit
Plans also made to help Americans the Continent
whose plight is serious. Ambassador Page has sent
quest to President Wilson for transports to take home
those who cannot secure passage on liners
notwithstanding delivered utmatum to Belgium Sum-
day morning offering to maintain the integrity of her terri
tory If she would permit the passage of German troops
Germany threatened to treat her as an enemy if she re-
fused. Belgium refused and after appealing Brit
ain told Germany she would resist the passage of
through the kingdom Another communication sent to
Belgium by the Berlin Government after the receipt of the
reply to the ufmaum and it announced that negota-
tons proceeding.
RUSSA-Three army corps the ready
for invasion of Germany. Russian column attacked
Johannesburg and driven back according to German
reports. The Russian naval of Lbau
barded by German cruiser which reports that
in flames.
AUSTRIA-Austran troops which had begun invasion
Serva have been withdrawn and marching
toward the Russian border.
ITALY-Itay formally notified the Powers neutrality
SERVIA-It officially announced in Nish the Austrian
bombardment Of Belgrade continues
Observation-Disclosures in response to message from
President Wilson, appropriated $3.50 relief of
American tourists in Europe. The Department has
received deposits from the relatives tourists for
the financing Of the latter back home Senate has
passed bill authorizing the of to carry
passengers mail and freight Europe we'll as South
America. President Wilson made a public appeal for
cool to rely soundness of the
country to withstand the effects of the European war
NEW YORKThe fate of the German liner Kronprn zessn
Cecie with $1O,6OOO00 aboard still uncertain Savings
banks here decided require sixty days of the with
drawa OF deposits prevent during the excite
ment Bankers believe they have all danger of
disaster here through the draining country of gold
Clearing House certificates issued Yesterday and
currency will be used to-day Pacific liners
may be brought through the coastwse vessels
used to American grain to Europe York bank
after conference with Secretary McAdoo withdrew
$S50O,ooo to bring stranded Americans home.