BRITAIN ENTERS CARNAGE
(Continued from page 1)
COPENHAGEN, August 3.—The warships of Ger
many smashed the naval power of Russia in the Baltic to
day in one great supreme effort and the Russian fleet or
what is left of it is now fleeing into the Gult ot I1 inland tor
shelter. This report is confirmed and there need be no
doubt about it. It is evident to the Danish people now that
Germans were ready to strike the moment war was de
clared. Accounts arriving of the battle in the Baltic indi
cate the task of the German commanders was compara
tively easy and the Russian warships never had a chance.
But here in Copenhagen it is not yet known how many
Russian vessels were sunk and captured. The way is sup
posed now to he practically clear for the dispatch of the
German land force to the neighborhood of St. Petersburg
and the world is wondering whether Germany will dare to
take such a mighty step while enemies surround her on
every side.
LONDON. Aug. 3—Germany has now within two days
trampled on three neutral countries. Full of the knowl
edge of its mighty power its armies are now marching
over Luxemburg. Belgium and Switzerland as a giant
might trample on a bird cage and has paid no more atten
tion to the protests of the little countries than if they did
not exist. The world now knows that the German gov
ernment had for years contemplated this course w hen the
time came for the movement ot the German legions now
show that they are follow ing out well laid plans.
The German liner w hose name in English is the Crown
Princess Cecilia is now trying to run into Hamburg with
$15,000,000 in gold or was trying to do so this morning.
Some reports are to the effect that the repoited battle be
tween British and German fleets took place when the Brit
ish tried to intercept this ship with her treasure although
war had not been declared, t his is only rumor, howevei,
as, indeed, the whole story ot the battle n\a> be.
PARIS. Aug. 3.—Paris and all France has gone mad
with a jov that is nothing short of maniacal this afternoon
for the news has been officially announced that the b rench
troops have met the famous l hlan cavalry of the Gei
mans on the frontier and have overwhelmingly defeated
them. Masses of people are now parading the boulevards
shouting the Marsellaise in honor of the victory and
Frenchmen have abandoned themselves to a frenzy ol
triumph. . „
The Uhlans had attacked the French force near the
town of Petit Croix in the effort to capture it. The great
cavalry brigade which has won honors on a hundred fields
charged with its usual dash and valor hut the biench de
fenders met the onslaught with all the splendid steadiness
and bravery that has distinguished Frenchmen for a thou
sand years and the noble brigade, the pick and flower ol
German arms, was driven back under a lire that no tropps
on earth could withstand. It is regarded here as the first
great land battle of the war and the moral effect on the
French troops is sure to be great.
BERLIN. August 3.—The kaiser has issued orders for
the detention of the dowager empress of Russia who is
now in German territory. The taking of this step is re
garded even by Germans themselves as certain to cause
some reprisals and to he the subject of international ques
tions after the war. It is said to be the first time in mod
ern historv that such a course was pursued and it is con
sidered to he an indication that the kaiser has entered the
war after leaving behind him every tender and merciful
sentiment. He is looked upon by all Germans today as the
very incarnation of war and it is prophesied for him that
he will come out of the ordeal one of the greatest and
strongest military rulers that ever existed unless fate
should decide against his armies and navies. Victory for
Germany would almost mean converting William into a
semi-god in the eyes of his countrymen for it is now clear
to all the masses of the people that he and his government
had his country well prepared for the supreme test. Of
course the people of this nation realize to the full the
stupendous task which they have undertaken but the
strength of the kaiser in defying half the world has driven
them almost to adore him.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.—President Wilson today is
sued an urgent request to the American people to remain
calm while the titanic conflict is raging among the people
of their own flesh and blood across the Atlantic. He con
sidered this appeal necessary because of the various na
tionalities which have found a home in this country and
which might be carried away by the enthusiasm or hatred
which has turned Europe into one vast field of blood and
horror.
No serious ebullitions of feeling have yet been report
ed in any part of the United States but excitement is sure
to come when some nation whose people are numerous
here goes down before the enemy in the great war. In
deed it is said that the United States troops may have to
he brought to places where certain nationalities, whose j
fatherlands arc fighting, arc numerous.
LONDON, August 3.—As the afternoon proceeds the ]
war mania is becoming more and more intense. The vic
tory of the French at Petit Croix was cheered by great j
crowds of Englishmen in the streets of London. W ord j
has reached the people that the troops all over the country i
have received instructions to be ready to march towards
the sea coast and the warships in home waters are now
gathering and clearing for immediate action. The defeat
of the Russian fleet in the Baltic cast a temporary dam
per on the enthusiasm but not much was expected from
the Russian ships. In the meantime nothing further has
been heard of the reported battle between the German and
British fleets in the North Sea and the anxiety still con
tinues.
VIENNA, August 3.—Every trained man in the Aus
trian empire has received orders to be in readiness to join
the colors at any moment.
Marching behind the German host that is now crossing
Switzerland is a great army of Austrians which will sup
port the forces of the kaiser when they reach French sod.
The Russians are reported to be mobilizing in force on the
northeast frontier of Austria and Austrian regiments are
marching across to meet them. The Austrian fleet is still
near Cattaro in the Adriatic although a rumor was cur
rent this afternoon that they had sailed for the Mediter
ranean. . ,, .
Very little news is permitted to be sent out by the Aus
trian government concerning the movement of troops but
the whole empire is just one armed camp and thousands
and thousands of men are on the march. All the railroads
have been taken over by the military authorities for the
moving of the troops and at least a million men will soon
be marching with the Germans or facing the Russians.
The German army has in its ranks several brigades of the
Austrian army.
The Austrian government has not yet formally declar
ed war but the actions of Russia are regarded as sufficient
casus belli and fighting may begin bef ore any declaration
is made at all.
It is expected that the entry of Austria into the fight
ing will be followed immediately by the declaration of war
by Turkey and that an attack will be made on Greece
while Turkey will permit the Austrian fleets to pass
through the Dardanelles and the Bosphorus into the Black
sea and attack Russia in the south. . It is regarded as like
Iv that the British Mediterranean fleet would attempt to
follow the Austrian ships but Turkey would probably
close the Dardanelles and compel the British to force t
passage.
The latest reports from the Servian frontier are to the
effect that the Austrian army of invasion has ceased its
efforts for a time while it is preparing for one grand at
tack by the troops that are marching from the west to
wards the Russians.
Everything is reported quiet along the Roumanian
border and it is considered not likely that Roumania will
come to Servia’s aid. Should she do so Austria could prob
ably depend on the support of Bulgaria.
LONDON, August 3—Tlie decision of the British gov
ernment to declare war may be followed before night by a
similar decision on the part of Italy. Should that kingdom
open hostilities its navy will probably be with the Aus
trian ships against British ships and possessions around
the Mediterranean. The Italian army will also undoubt
edly reinforce the Austrians and Germans in the march
against France and Russia.
A most remarkable secrecy has been maintained by the
Italian government and not yet can anyone guess its in
tentions. The concensus of opinion here, however, is that
Italy will declare war within twenty-four hours as her po
sition in the triple alliance is supposed to make her sup
port of the German nation compulsory in the event of a
combination of the forces of the triple entente. As Bri
tain’s entry into the war means the completion of the lat
ter combination her participation is regarded as inevit
able.
CASE SAYS ALL ARE
TALKING ABOUT SEWARD
Secretary of Seattle Commercial Club
Delighted With This City
Otto A. Case, secretary of the Seat
tle Commercial club, believes that
Seward is the place for the govern
ment railroad and he stated yesterday
that all the talk outside in this con
nection is associated with this city.
Mr. Case was a round-tripper on the
Evans and paid a visit to the differ
ent places in Seward. By the way, he*
came to the Gateway office with Mr.
Sauers and while here w'as nice
enough to say that the paper and the
office would be a credit to a consider
able city outside.
Mr. Case was candidate for gover
nor of Washington in 1912 but was
defeated by Bob Hodge in the pri
mary. Hodge afterwards went under
to Lister who is now’ governor. Mr.
Case says we have the tow’nsite, the
harbor and everything else that could
induce the government to choose this
city above any other as the ocean ter
minal for the great railroad.
IF WAR COMES UPTON
WILL CUT OUT RACE
LONDON, Aug. 2.—Sir Thomas
Lipton announced today that in case
Great Britain enters the w’ar which Is
now on in Europe he w'ill not race for
the America cup.
THE OPTIMO KID HAS
AT LAST ARRIVED
Gus Gilles “The Original Optimo
Kid" arrived yesterday in Seward and
is still with us. Sunday being his day
off he spent it like any ordinary citi
zen maneuvering the great European
armies which have been placed by
Providence under his watchful eye.
But today and on other ordinary days
he is engaged in selling the Optimo
cigar by the wholesale and the name
of the Optimo cigar alcne means vol
umes of luxury.
Mr. Gilles is a department head of
the National Grocery company al
though he is really only “a kid". The
National Grocery company has the
Optimo agency.
GOV. BECKMAN NOMINATED
LOUISVILLE, Aug. 2.—Governor
Beckman was nominated yesterday at
the primaries as candidate for elec
tion to the federal senatorship. The
nomination practically means that he
will bo the next senator.
The oil output at Katalla has dou
bled this year, according to Supt. P.
P. Smith of the Alaska Oil and Re
fining company, who refines the crude
output at Katalla and supplies the lo
cal market here and at other South
western Alaska towns.
The best quality of work at prices
that are right at The Gateway Job
Printing Department.
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ACCEPT delivery of your new Suit or Overcoat
in November, if you want to, but come in and
select your pattern TODAY; then you’ll
Have the Clothes Problem
Off Your Mind
for the season and be assured first pick of Ed. V.
Price & Co.’s handsome line of Autumn and Winter
woolens, the neatest and most distinctive ever offered
in this town : : : : PRICES VERY MODEST
A new and complete line of Dutchess Trousers, the kind sold with the
absolute guarantee. We pay you 10c for every button that comes off and
$1.00 if they rip.
Special showing of Nettleton and and Walkover Shoes, comprising all
the new lasts, as well as the staple models made for comfort and service.
To make room for our big new line of Fall and Winter Clothing, we
offer, until Saturday, Aug. 8th, the choice of any Hart-Schaffer-Mark Over
coat in the house at a 25 per cent discount.
Men’s Neglige Shirts in a variety of colorings and patterns; values to
$3.00 for $1.50 each.
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