Global tension rises as Japan Russia feud escalates
A flood of dispatches from Paris London and Washington report no Russian reply to Japan's proposals while Moscow Moscow press notes show war would be unpopular with Russians. Diplomats flag potential American involvement and military prep in both nations as European powers monitor moves. Russian troops flow east toward Port Arthur amid cautious Berlin London and Washington readings.
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Baron de Governmant
Tokso
Rosen
Ruslan
Nnst
Russia
Pan
London
Hendree
Busian
Associated Preas
Lagacion
Pagig
Tssistar
Foreign Office
Loubet
M. Neldorf
Montano
Paria
Japan
Peter Korropatkin
Andre Fis
Genersl Andre
St Petersburg
Foreignvifce
Associated
Prasa
Paris
Baron Hayashi
Great Britain
Moscow
Far East
Associated Pres
Mont Pelce
Martinique
Korea
United States
Washington
Berlin
Yori Buelow
Associated Press
Orient
Portsmouth
England
King Alfred
China
Formidable
Irresistible
Tlve
Mediterranean
Port Sala
Suez Cariul
Port Arthur
New York Life Reports Large 1903 Surplus Increase
New York Life Insurance Company releases 1903 figures showing paid for new business of 325 million dollars, total insurance in force at 1.7459 billion, income over 87 million, and reserves boosted by more than 45 million. The company notes no stock loans or credit for market excesses, with total resources over 350 million and bonds over 90 million. Experts foresee a steadier money market early next year amid post strike recovery and anticipated trade activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Life Insurance Company
New York
McCall
Bank and Trust Company
Ukewine
Dr Miles Heart Cure Promises Help for Weak Hearts
A period advertisement warns one in four has a weak heart and may die without prompt treatment. It touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as improving heart action, blood flow, and circulation, sharing testimonials of dramatic relief from catarrh and heart symptoms, sleeplessness, and paralysis, urging readers to send for free information from Miles Medical Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Coaac Nicheel and
Grarantes
Miler Medical Co
Elichart
Ind
Desertion Charge Shocks Birmingham Youth Arrested in Atlanta
William P Holt, son of a St Louis millionaire, was arrested in Birmingham Alabama and brought to Atlanta charged with desertion from the U S Army. He enlisted last March from Birmingham and was moved to Missouri then allegedly deserted en route from Jefferson Barracks Missouri to Camp Young Kentucky. The case notes a quarrel with his sweetheart leading to enlistment and a later marriage back in Birmingham. Holt is held at Atlanta federal prison.
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Birmingham
Atlanta
Als
William P. Holt
St. Louis
United States Army
War Department
Holt
Binningham
Missouri
Jefferson ‘Barrack Mo
Camp Young
Emil B. G. Hirsch
Devero
Regensburg
Hirsch
Joseph Zeisler
Lake Part Avenue
Walter B. Zeister
University of Chicago
Nis
Chicago
Corriger's Offier
Ney
William McMullen
Ught
Central Station
Wilson Kerr
Ming Raxmey
O'Neill
McMullen
Selutiler
Juranea
Hera
McMullan
Georgia Swift
Violas McDonald
Choms
Orea
Charlotte
N. C
Southern absorbs Knoxville and Bristol Railroad
Southern railroad completes acquisition of the Knoxville and Bristol line, a forty mile route from Corryton to Morristown, with transfer made at Washington. The project originally envisioned a Knoxville to Bristol connection with the Norfolk and Western, and the change took effect at the start of the new year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxville and Bristol Railroad
Knoxville
Tenn
Southern Railroad
Bristol
Corryton
Morristown
Norfolk and Western
Washington
Methodist Hymne Classified in Washington Session
In Washington the January list classifies hymns from the Methodist Episcopal Church and the Methodist Episcopal Church South under general heads. The joint committee in session reviews topics such as Worship the Trinity the Father the Son the Holy Ghost the Holy Scriptures the Church the Gospel and Christian Life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Methodist Episcopal Church
Methagiet Episcopal Church
South
Committee
Soldiers of Sixteenth to Panama in immediate readiness
Fort McPherson orders the Sixteenth United States Infantry to standby for duty in Panama. Inspectors checked uniforms, health, and accoutrements for a three month campaign, amid reports of a revolutionary movement in the new republic and calls for officers on leave to report to the regiment.
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Fort McVerson
Panama
Sixteenth
United States Infantry
Price
Fort McPherson
Hag
Department
Washington
Republic of Panama
White
United States
Great
Isthroan Canal
Atlanta
Cam Palga
Tetson
Warracks
Port McPherson
Philippines
Repubse
Colombia
No Secret in Scott's Emulsion Ad Claims Reliability
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as the trusted standard amid scarce cod liver oil. It dismisses substitutes and fake extracts, claiming consistent quality and purity, and offers free samples by mail from Scott Browne at 409 Pearl Street N. W.
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Scott
T Os
Sixteenth Regiment Ready for Panama Duty Amid Tense Times
Washington dispatches report that the Sixteenth Infantry, stationed at Fort McPherson, is among the first called for emergency service to protect U S interests along the Panama Canal. Veterans of the Philippine War, the regiment could ship via Kriatrick or McClellan from New York or Brunswick, Ga, within hours of orders.
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Washington
Uncle Sam
Talus
Army of Occupation
New Républic
Panama
Roosevelt Ha
Constitution
Roosevelt
Revoluconista
Offical
Fort McPherson
Hay-Bunau-Va- Trilla
Ocean
United States
Philippines
Tropics
Wort McPherson
Fort Slocum
New York
Cnn
Phippine Islands
Luzon
Cagayan Valley
Tida
Kivatrick
McClellan
New York Harbor
Brunswick
Price
Bennet
Sixteenth
Chicago Theater Fire Chaos and Mourning Rules
Amid Chicago theater fire aftermath, officials inspect venues for defects while mourners fill cemeteries. Reports describe curtain materials, seating capacities, and safety failures. Families search morgues and face delays securing carriages as clergy conduct multiple funerals.\u00a0Police arrest a fire operator and detain performers as investigators seek causes and identify victims.
Labor Fight Ends as Factory Forms Garment Union Branch
In Chattanooga Tenn a labor dispute with Standard Manufacturing Company concludes with the company forming a branch of the Garment Workers Union. The move grants the right to use the label and marks a union victory without defeat for the company, which had long supported union talks amid technical differences resolved at a recent meeting.
Cutting Down These Wages Notice From Steel Company
A Birmingham notice dated January 1 1904 from the Tea mespee Coal Iron and Railroad Company to its employees announces a wage readjustment due to a demoralized steel trade. Wages for laborers earning eight dollars per day remain unchanged while overall wages are reduced by about 15 percent. Superintendent B. McDonald signs the notice.
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Birmingham
Steel Works ‘Division
Teamespee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company
B. Mdonald
Tutt's Liver Pills Promoted as Digestive Health Cure
An advertisement proclaims the secret of beauty and health lies in proper digestion and assimilation of food. It touts Tutt's Liver Pills as an absolute cure for sick headache dyspepsia malaria constipation and related ailments.
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Tutt
Woman From City Perishes in Burning Theater Calamity
Mrs Fame Treloar Forbush, a former city resident, is reported among victims of a theater fire. Information came this morning from her mother Mrs Julia Treloar, who lives at 314 North Brevard Street, offering no further details.
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Fame Treloar Forbush
Julia F. ‘Treloar
North Brevard Street
Forbush
Curbing a Cold In One Day Advertisement
An old advertisement promises rapid cold relief with Aroma Quinina tablets from Aruceisia. It claims safety and a money refund if proven unsafe, noting a three unit per box quantity and a 260 total price.
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Aruceisia
Steel Trust Reduces Wages in Steel Plants
In Pittsburg and Monessen the Steel Trust imposed wage cuts across major plants. At Sir Edgar Thompson Works and Carnegie Steel near Braddock and Monessen, workers accepted reductions from 12 to 22 percent in some departments, while brick masons faced 50 to 95 cent hourly cuts and rejected the lower rate. Superintendent Harris resigned as wage changes take effect. The Amalgamated seal keeps tonnage workers unaffected.
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Pittsburg
Sir Edgar Thompson Steel Works
Cuenegle Steel Company
Braddoci
Monessen
American Tin Flate Company
National Works
W. H. Harris
Harris
Carnegie Steel Company
Steel Nap
Monessen Foundry and
Train collision near Newville leaves several dead and injured
A Cumberland Valley passenger train struck an open switch near Newville Carlisle Pa injuring four and killing Emly Puller of Shropsburg. Two women and one man are listed as likely dead while others including Harry Fahnestock of Chambersburg and W Edward Burns suffer serious injuries. Officials from Cumberland Valley Railroad report multiple survivors and property damage to track.
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Cumberland Valley
Carlisle
Newville
Emly Puller
Shopensburg
Mise Rosin “Middleton
Phoenix City
Alt
Harry Fahnestock
Chambersburg
Mr Myer
Tyrone
W. Bdward Burns
Hi Cc. Silver
CG. Kenmily
Cumberland Walier Railroad
Aseyfan
Shippensburg
Hari
Suateiacd Yesser Indu
Anti American Cardinal Likely in Rome Appointment
Rome in January reports Monsignor Nazaleda former archbishop of Manla is widely discussed as archbishop of Valdoris. Tradition holds the red hat may be accorded him, signaling high church honor. The article notes two members express anti Agnam sentiments, a point widely remarked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Nazaleda
Manla
Valdoris
Msgr
Diaz Hosts New Year Reception at National Palace
Mexico City January 1 President Diaz received diplomats at the national palace in a New Year ceremony. Chargé Fenton McCreary of the United States represented the American government. Diaz appeared in good spirits and high spirits as he greeted the diplomatic corps.
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Takahiro
Ényx
Toki
Mate Department
Ruseis
Japan
Spe Cial
General Staff of
Army
General Board of the Navy
White House
Russie
United States
Diaz
Mexico City
National Palace
Fenton McCreary
Aires
Zenith
Apirita
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Dr. Miles
Southern
Ace
Scots Browne
Pearl Street, N. W
Hood
Bern
Hon
Caritegek
Academy of Three
Alhambra
Ava- Rue
Byou
Clark Street
Bruce Criterion
Flegenbacm's
Howard's
Marlow
New American
Chicago Opera House
Columbus
Olympic Theater
Williams
Rolston's
Jordanne Morguea
Rolston
Jordan's
Herbert
Agnes Lang
Barry Avenue
Agnes
Mr. Lang
Uttle
Pafety
Avenus
Michigan Avenue
Sul S
Essig Bros
Steel Trust
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