3--Fleet assembles in Far East; neutrality formally proclaimed, but
reserves are called to colors.
Aug. 5--Report of German ultimatum to Italy; war may be declared on
Austria.
Aug. 6--Ambassador to London justifies attitude of neutrality.
Aug. 7--Germany and Austria bring strong pressure to bear to obtain aid.
Aug. 8--Germany and Austria threaten war; King said to be indignant at
reported offer of colonies in return for aid.
Aug. 13--Alpine passes and northern frontier guarded.
Aug. 14--Government aroused by report that Turkey has purchased two
German cruisers.
Aug. 16--Strong feeling in favor of England.
Aug. 19--Refugees from Germany complain, of outrages.
Aug. 21--Prefects vote against joining with Germany.
Aug. 24--German Ambassador's efforts fail to persuade press to advocate
intervention; Allies are pressing Italy.
Aug. 31--Romans leave cards at Belgian Legation to show sympathy over
Louvain.
Sept. 7--Socialist Reform Party endorses [Transcriber: original
'indorses'] neutrality.
Sept. 13--Populace of Rome cheers for France.
Sept. 14--Radicals favor war; anti-Austrian demonstration in Rome.
Sept. 16--Rioters in large cities demand aid to Allies.
Sept, 20--More than 500,000 men are under arms.
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