Horrors of war visit stricken Furnes. Scotch troops leave for the front. England's King opens Parliament. Naval brigade from siege of Antwerp. Lord Mayor's day celebrated in London. Washington, D.C: Pan-American Mass celebrated here. New York, N.Y: Salvation Army sends aid to Europe. Washington, D.C: Great speed attained in motorcycle race. Forest fires devastate timber lands.
—Moving Picture World synopsis