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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
TODAY'S AGE-HERALD

1--Liege reported to have fallen
 Hoke Smith offers plan to relieve
 cotton planters
 Italy threatened with declaration of
 war.
 French victorious at Altkrich. 2-Cotton promising in spite of bolf
 weevil. 3-Florence citizens urge water power
 development. 4-Baptists adjourn encampment. 5-Anti-democrats after democratic
 votes.
 Exciting scenes in New York when
 financiers meet. 4 Coal and Iron men optimistic
 Frisco system places big order here 6-Prohibitionists not indulging in ad-
 vance promises 7-Chinese interested in present war. s-Russia and France thank United
 States 10--Additional war news. 14-15 and 21-Sports l6--Lueky win saves gambler from jail 17-Poultry news. 22-The latest fashions 2S-Sandhurst boys are gay fellows. Tuscaloosa's civic improvement so-
 ciety. 26 and 30--Society. 27-The Bookshelf. Dolly writes of the summer widow 32-3S-Automobile gossip 35--China little benefited by adver-
 tisers. ss-House of Boswell may yield to hand
 of time ST. 744-Magazine section. 45- 5-4s-Comic supplement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09

Embourg but they encountered entan- elements and were appreciaby retarded They continued their advance and made direct attack. which failed. Their losses were heavy.
 The Belgians defending the interval numbered only 1900. and they fell back mile and a quarter. This was a critical moment. General Leman threw all his 7ps which were not engaged upon that pe-., the defense, and 15.0O0 men massed against the attack. It was night and fierce bayonet fighting ensued. The en- emy was lteld back
 Tn the obscurity there was some con fusion and one small German column Of infantry entered the city. The German officer wore an undress cap to deceive the Bergans. He spoke English. To com piete the deception his men carried their rifles at the shoulder. They got to with in 30 wards of general headquarters when the gendarmes recognized them and opened fire. Violent street fighting fol- lowed and the Germans were driven out of the city. General Leman then trans- ferred his headquarters to one of the forts '
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
 LINER OCEANIC IS AT SOUTHAMPTON

Southampton. August S-The White Star liner Oceanic which left New York August l, arrived in Southamp- ton today after fast trip. The steamer proceeded north of the usual lane ot travel with all her lights extinguished at night. No German warships were sighted.
 German reservists aboard the Oceanic were detained here but other passen- gers were not molested There were several British, German and Austrian army officers aboard the oceanic. Their personal relations were Friendly throughout the voyage. When the steamer reached port the German officers were instructed to assemble in the smoking room. There they were taken in charge by guard and marched away. The Austrians were not lnterfered with.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
War Bulletins

Norfolk, August 9.-The naval col Tier Vulcan will sail for Europe Mon day with coal for the cruisers Ten nessee and North Carolina, which are carrying gold for Americans in Flu rope.
 Brussels, August S.--Q2:0S p. m., via Paris, 2:O4 p. m.)-Le Peuple says that Prince George, who is re- lated to Emperor William and who was in command of German cavalry regiment, is amois the prisoners cap tured by the Belgians.
 Paris, August s.-U p. m.)-It was officially announced this afternoon that 2O,0O0 English troops already had landed at Ostend, Calais and Dunkirk. They are now proceeding toward Namur, at the west of Liegc, on the main railroad line, to assist the Bel gians.
 New IQrk, August S.--Pr1vate cable advices received in New York report that a flotilla of German torpedo boats has attacked British warships in the Humbre, the waterway to Hull, on the east coast of England, sinking four of them.
 Paris. August S-The CreusOt steel works has presented to the French gov ernment % complete batteries iO5-mii- iimetre gums of q new type which had been ordered by . foreign government just before the war broke out at n cost of 98,OOO,OOO.
 The company informed the govern ment that it stood ready to pay in- demnity for the nonexccution of the contract Az the manipulation of the guns requires special knowledge, . number of Creuxot workmen have en- Iinted to handle them.
 Stockholm, August S.-tyia London 10 D. m.)-Norway and Sweden have
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- FRENCH TROOPS TAKE ALTKIRCH

Paris, August 9,-tVia London, 4:4O q. m.)--An official report of the cap ture by the French of the village of Aitkirch in Alsace, says that the French advance guard arrived before the place before nightfall Friday. The town was defended by strong earthworks and occupied by a German brigade.
 The French, in about equal numbers, carried the breastworks in a fierce bayonet charge. The Germans broke, abondoning the trenches and the town. regiment of French dragoons pursued the retreating Germans in the direc- tion of Wallheim and Tugolschen, in- flicting further heavy losses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
CREDIT FOR COTTON
 STORED IS CYST OF
 H0KE SMITH PLAN

Washington, August S.-A plan whereby southern farmers may get credit from the government for cotton In warehouses was proposed tonight by senator Hoke smith of Georgia to the southern senators and members of the cotton situatiOt. The plan was dis cmssed. hut definite nction wns post poncd until another meeting.
 The plan would authorize the Secre- tary of the Treasury to withhold from the southern states. excluding Florida, 50 per cent of sSOo.O00,OoO of emer- gency currency to which the banking capital and surplus of the south would entitle that section under the currency legislation passed this week. In lieu of this 30 per cent Senator Smith would provide that under such regulations as the Secretaries of the Treasury, Agri- culture and Commerce adopt treasury notes might be issued to cotton own- CTS who presented warehouse certifi- cates.
 Senator ,Overman expressed the be- lief that southern banks would take out emergency currency to care Tor the southern demands while cotton was being held Senator Smith said he had some doubt about state banks taking advantage of the plan and had hence drafted the supplemental measure. report from the committee to gath CT statistics as to the cotton trade re- ported that the census figures showing Germany as g great consumer of cot ion were misleading. The figures show that large amount eecotton is sent to Bremen whereas. 1t was reported, much of this cotton is diverted from Bremen to cities outside of Germany, which will probably continue to de- nand cotton. It was stated consular agents of the United States had been instructed to report at once their es- timate of the extent to which cotton mills in their districts would restrict consumption.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09

Skelton Williams assured Ar. Dent that such was the law
 There seemed to have arisen doubt in the minds of the bankers in Ala bama as to the law and some of them believed that the amendment changed the law with reference to limiting the circulation to 30 per cent of the unim- paired capital when based on commer- cial paper alone and not bonds. The law in this respect has not been dis turbed.
 Representative Blackmon today in Itroduced his amendment to the railway mail pay bill defining the pay of rural carriers and fixing the standard routes at $1200 per annum. He later withdrew it and supported the Finley amendment which covered practically the name ground.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
McAdoo Explains New
 Emergency Currency Law
B, c. E. STEWART

Washington. August S.--tSpecial) Interpretation of the amendment to the Aldrich-vr -vreeland currency act recent ly passed as an emergency measure by Congress has been asked by numerous bankers in Alabama. Members of the Alabama delegation have received num- erous inquiries regarding the provi- sions of the bill. To satisfy these in Quiries Representative Dent today 1cal1ed upon Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo to make certain that the treas ury officials understood that the amend
 ulent was interpreted to authorize the issuance of currency to the extent of 125 per cent of the capital and sur plus of any bank. Both w. F. c. Hard Ing Of the federal reserve board and comptroilsr .of Inc Currency John
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09

! Paris, August s.--vhile the battle between the German forces and the Beigians Is still in progress around Liege and the final outcome is not known, an official detnfIed account of the engagements covering period be- tween August 3 and was issued here today. In summarizing the operations the account says:
 seThe Germans lost 5000 dead. Twenty four gums were captured and one gem ernl was made prisoner. The German forces numbered 12O,OO0, the Belgian defenders 10000.
 "The German attack lacked cohesion hut the Bclgians utilized their reserves with consummate skill. The German artillery was badly supported by dense attacking columns. The guns were bad Iy served and inaccurate.
 '.The Belgian forts are intact. Not one soldier was killed and none wounded dur ing the three hours bombardment of Fort Evegnee the steel cupola of which was not damaged.
 "The Belgian fire was well placed and accurate, proof of which was the de- etruction of two German heavy pieces German air craft, to deceive the Belgians, carried Belgian flags
 Three German army corps are en- gagged in the attack on Liege. The Sixth, under Gen. Won Prizewltz; the Seventh, under Gen. Won Finem, and the Tenth, under Gen. Von Emmich. Gem Won Elm mich has, in addition, supreme command
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
Engagement Reported in the Adriatic Sea-One Hun- dred Wounded Are
 Conveyed to Pola
|SERVIA DECLARES WAR ON GERMANY
 IS VIENNA REPORT
England Quietly Awaits Naval and Military Battles Believed Impend- ing--Discredit Report From
 Berlin of Fall of Liege

Rome, August 9.-(3.35 a. m. )-Germany and Austria threaten Italy with the declar- ation that if the latter persists in its stand of neutrality that they will consider themselves free to declare war, and Aus tria will invade Venetia and Lombardy.
 Brussels, August 9.-(Via London, , :35 a. m.)--The minister of war an nounces that the Germans suffered 30,001 casualties and the French l5,- 900 in the battle at Altkirch, which re- suited in the capture of the Alsatian village by se French troops.
 London, August 9.--A Milan dis patch to the Daily Chronicle says a steamer that has arrived at Triste re- ports an engagement in the Adriafic sea. One hundred wounded, accord ing to this report, have been convey ed to Pola, the great naval port of Aus tria.
 A Vienna dispatch to the Daily Tel egraph reports that Servia has de- clared war against Germany. This step, it is explained, has been taken to get rid of the German minister at Belgrade.
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There was no official mention of losses but they are believed heavy.
 Military authorities had been con vinced that the French army would as- sume the offensive at the first oppor- tunity because during the last eight years the word defensive" has disap- peared from the French text books or strategy. The instructions in tactics has been always to go forward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
GERMANS LOSE
 100 MEN KILLED

St. Petersburg, August S.-tVia Lon don. August 9, 4:25 a. m)--It is of ficially stated that Germany has lost 100 men killed and many wounded and prisoners in two days fighting near Eydtkuhnen, East Prussia.
 A decree has been issued suspending gold payments and authorizing a large issue of paper money.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
French Capture Altkirch;
 Penetrate German Frontier

Paris, August (60 D. )News of the first French tory of the warhe capture of the village of Arch in Al
 near the Swiss frontierwhch probably portant than the cautious official indicated received here with extraordinary enthusiasm Observers Paris prepared to hear that the French had obliged during the first days of the fighting give way before the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09

The newspapers declare that false reports which known to have been circulated foreign countries that the Germans suffered before ege longer will conceal Germanys triumphs The Loka Anzeger says of the reported victory:
 'It confirms confidence that calmly await ing It the prelude deeds which will be spoken of as long live earth"
 Another paper comments: When soldiers in the field of the of ege they will rejoice not only for victory of but because of the gives march through northern France cannot be stayed
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of the three corps Known as the Army of the Mouse.
 German columns crossed the Belgian frontier and came in contact with the Bedgian advanced posts on the afternoon of August l. The following day the at tack was general along the whole line.
 The German central column attacked Fort Evegnee. The Belgian reply was Forts Eleron and Bachon supported by a counter attack by the Belgian infan- try. The German advance was stopped GERMAN LEADER
 ASKS SURRENDER
 At this moment Gen. Von Emmich sent a flag of truce. demanding surren- der. He informed the commandant. Lieu tenant General Leman, that if he did not surrender immediately Zeppelin dirigi- ble would drop an explosive upon the headquarters of the general stah.
 The refusal was IS summary as the request. The fire from the forts re- opened heavily, and the offensive also was taken by the Belgians The Ger mans abandoned their positions and re- tired for distance of six miles The Bergian troops followed up their advan- treat was accelerated.
 ''The second part of the German at tack was being carried out upon the southeastern defenses. The German troops sought to make their way between the Belgian positions on the Huy side. They also attacked Forts Comedies and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09

s The rejoicing was all the greater. therefore because the first important engagement had been fought in German territory and the French had obtained footing.
 The capture of Altkirch appears to have taken place two or three days ago. The French army has penetrated the enemy's country considerably farther
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
WATT PATIENTLY FOR
 EXPECTED BATTLES

London. August S.-t,ngland Is wait ing quietly and con onfidently for naval and military battles which all believe are impendn g.Except for the cries of newsboys calling war extras. the movement of troops and an orderly demonstration in front of Buckingham palace tonight which again brought out the King and Queen and the Prince of Wales to bo wtheir thanks, London has assumed her usual everyday appear ance.
 The rush Co the banks for currency come to an end with the issue of small notes, as also did the unusual demand at teh shops for provisions. People are going about their work as they did be- fore the crisis arose, stopping only to pick up reports of battles. most of which have proved false
 There is disappointment at the success of the German cruisers Goeben and Bres- lau, in eluding the British fleet in the Mediterranean. which naval men describe as piece of splendid seamanship on the Germans, if true.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
NATION WILL PAY . TRIBUTE ID DEAD .f WIFE 0F PRESIDENT

Washington, August S.-The nation. rep resented in Washington by Congress and the government departments. will pay tribute Monday afternoon to Mrs. Wood row Wilson, wife of the President, whose funeral is to be held at o'clock that afternoon in the historic east room of the White House. Word has come from many parts of the country indicating people gem orally will show their respect in various ways while the services are being held.
 The Senate tonight adjourned over until Tuesday out of respect for the. memory of Mrs. Wilson and the House today took similar action All government depart ments in Washington will be closed Mon day and Tuesday afternoons during the services here and at Rome. Ga.
 The special funeral committee of the Senate. headed by Vice President Mar shall Senator Kern the democratic lead er and Senator Gallinger. the republican leader. will meet in the marble room of the capitol at 1:3o o'clock Monday after noon and ride to the White House in car riages. In the committee will be the senior senators from each state.
 To Meet at White House
 Speaker Clark, Representative Under wood. the democratic leader, Representa- tive Mann, the republican leader, and Representative Murdock, the progressive leader the House committee, will meet at the White House at o'clock and proceed in body to the east room. The ranking members of each state delegation will compose the committee.
 Both in the Senate and House, collec- ton arrangements were made today for the purchase of magnificent floral pieces for the funeral. Flowers have arrived
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-09
LIEGE FALLS SAYS BERLIN REPORT;
 CITY CUT OFF; RUMOR NOT CONFIRMED
News Of Fall Of Belgian Stronghold
 Spreads Like Wildfire Over Berlin; Communication With Liege Cut Off

Wild Enthusiasm Reigns In German Capital When Re- port That Belgian Fortress HGs Fallen Before On saueht of Kaisers TYo0rssssks snnounced- -CroqUds aication With Leee F Brussels Cut Off At Noon Yeserday-Report Of The Capture Is Unconfrmed. 8-(6 that in gns coninu 70 all positions
 
 
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COMMUNICATION CUT OFF
LIEGE REPORTED FALLEN

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Some Consolation

The seizure of Togoland and the French pehetration of Alasace. with the strong oppoiston of the Belgians to hte German advance brought some consolation to Englshmen, but it Is to the navy England looks for big events.
 Berlin has been celebrating the fail of Liege." but reports from other quar- ters indicate the German troops having failed to take the fortresses by frontal attack, are attempting to get around them. This is a hazardous undertaking. as Belgian guns cover the roads
 The appeal for funds to care for wives and children of those called to the colors and those thrown our of work. and to care for the sick and wounded. has aroused an Unprecedented response. and hundreds of thousands of pounds have been subscribed The Prince of Wales fund already has reached se,o0ooO0.
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Sailors Injured

Four British sailors and four German prisoners. injured when the cruiser Amphion was struck by mine. have died in a hospital
 The American embassy has arranged with the government top ermit Amert-
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Stockholm, August s.-tyia London, D. m.)-Norway and Sweden have
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Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25

(By Associated Press)
London, Aug. 25s--lt 10 officially an.
nouneed that Namur. thlrtyfour miles
southeast Of Brussels, has fallen. This
news today caused the gravest concern
throughout England. Her fortIfiea.
tons were examples Of the finest mill
tary designing In Europe. The Lon
don press reflects the seriousness Of
the situation.
The Times says the fall Of Nsmur
In two days will require deal Of ex-
planation and that the BeIsisns feel
the allies have not given adequate
support.
The Express says, I'VE may yet see
before long the Germans march upon
Paris"
An ostend dispatch says 10000 Ger.
mans are attacking Malines, thirteen
miles southeast Of Brussels.
A great battle was In progress FRI
day In the Province Of Halnaut on the
Belgian southern frontier
Fishtiss has begun throughout Flan-
ders.
Lieoe refugees say the soldiers In
seribed on the city walls, william u.
Emperor Of Europe"
An Antwerp dispatch says the Bel.
sian artillery brought down a zeppe.
lin airshIp which flew over Antwerp
last night, and fifteen Germans cap.
tured. The alrshIp previously had
dropped seven bombs into Antwerp.
One house that was wrecked was only
500 yards from King Albert's palace.
Seven persons were killed and six
seriously injured. One bomb partially
wrecked the Hospital ST. Elizabeth,
which flew Red Cross flag. This
caused great indignation, though for
tunately no patients were In the build.
ing.
The English and French newspapers
generally admit reverses to the allies.
II is assumed the allies are retreating
to the first line Of defensive works
running south from Maubeuge through
the strong fortresses Of Hlrson, ver.
dun, Toul and Epinal. These are in
terspersed with smaller works, while
behind them lies another strong line
Of Notifications from ST. Quentin
through Relms to the great entreneh.
ed camp at chalone.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25
MAY THUNDER AT THE GATES OF PARIS
GERMAN ARMY LOOKING
TOWARD FRENCH CAPITAL

In Succession of Decided Victories She Is
Thought to be Looking Toward Paris
French Capital Nervous Over Prospect and
the German Victories Cause the Gravest
Concern Throughout England London
Express Looks for March on Paris Ger.
man Airship Dropped Bombs on Antwerp
but Was Brought Down by BeIgians -Namur
Has Fallen Into Hands of Germans and a
Fierce Battle RACES at Ostend
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25
EXCELLENT NATIVE GRAPE JUICE

The editor was favored by Mrs. P.
II. Dawson with bottle OF delicious
grape juice OF her own making. In
taste II is perfect, in fact superior to
any brand We ever tried before. We
feel sure 1t would receive Hon. w. J.
Bryan's o. X. II he could but sample
II. II is made Of the native mustang
grape. but in the process Of making,
in which Mrs. Dawson is an expert. all
the rough taste OF the grape is elimi-
mated. and a more refined flavor. or
more delicate beverage we have never
had the pleasure OF enjoying.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25

ing for damage when fire resulted.
Neither the Insurance Commission nor
the Commissioner OF Banking and In
surance have any control or super
vision over unlicensed companies or
companies that have no permits to do
business In Texas.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25
LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET

Eggs. 15c per dozen.
Butter. 25c per pound.
Hens, $3.50 to $3.50 per dozen.
Fryers. SO to $3.50 per dozen.
Broilers. 81 per dozen.
Ducks, SO per dozen.
Geese, SO per dozen.
Turkeys, 10c per pound.
Cows. 4c to 4isc per pound.
Calves. &C per pound.
Steers, &c per pound.
Mutton, &C per pound.
Hogs, &c to &c per pound.
Oats. 52c per bushel.
Corn, 81 per bushel.
Prairie hay, s12 per ton.
Alfalfa. SIS per ton.
Green hides. &c per pound.
Dry hides, 1Oc per pound.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25

wanted to bore for oil. ]. II. Cham
bers, attorney in the school land Of.
fee. is working on the records in the
case. He is also engaged on the Greer
County case. which resulted in Texas
losing that fine area. and hopes that
the old Spanish treaty involved in that
litigation may aid him in saying who
owns the river bed.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25
A. & N. DIRECTORS
MEET IN. DALLAS
Object ls to Elect a President-Dean
Puryear Foreeasted
to Get II.
fny AraocIated Press.

Dallas. Tex, Aug. 25.-The A. & VI.
College directors met here today to
elect a president According to sew
eral, Dr. Charles Puryear. acting presi-
dent, Is likely TO be chosen. Chair
man Cushing OF the board said SO far
the directors had only discussed mat
ters OF policy and made no announce
ment.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1914-08-25
INSURANCE FEATURE
OF WAREHOUSE BILL
(Ry Associated Press. }

Austin, Tex, Aug 25.-Members Of
the State Insurance Commission de-
clare they will insist on having a pro.
viso inserted in the proposed bonded
warehouse law to be considered by the
special session of the Legislature, re-
Quiring these warehouses to be insured
in exclusively authorized or licensed
fire insurance companies. This is to
be for the benefit of those storing cot
ton or other products in the ware.
houses. The commission asserts this
will obviate many complaints received
by. them from persons who insured
warehouse contents in companies not
licensed to do business In Texas and
have had consequent trouble collect.