Heatwave Runs Across Cities as Temperatures Climb
New York reports scorching heat with 96 degrees at 3 PM and 99 in nearby cities. Baltimore and Philadelphia register near record highs while Pittsburg logs eleven heat related deaths and many prostrations. Weather bureau notes widespread high temps east of the Rockies with little rainfall.
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Weather Bureau
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Washington
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East Gulf States
Rocky’ Mountains
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Empress Dowager Fears Trap and Relocation Plan
Shanghai dispatch reports the empress dowager fears a trap and declines to return to Pekin. She informs the grand council that the future capital will be Kai Feng Fu in Honan. Tianjin crowding grows as officers head home. Prince Chung to stay three days before Germany trip to apologize for Baron von Ketteler murder.
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Tseng
Sian Fu
Pekin
Kai Feng Fu
Honan
Tien Tsin
Na Hons
University of Tien
Germany
Baron von Ketteler
Dénby
China Merchants’ Company
United States
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Novel Scene In A Church With Recited Poems
London June 20 At the invitation of the vicar Rev Forbes Phillips Mrs Brown Potter gowned in white recited a chancel poem to the organ and chorus. A large crowd gathered, many unable to enter, as the service attracted theater like interest. Mr Blies writes a play under the pen name Athol orbes and plans a piece for Mrs Brown Potter.
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Three German Tourists Die Climbing Erzgebirge
A Vienna dispatch to the Daily Mail reports that three German tourists Westnitz Meixner and Fischer were killed on the Erzgebirge near Welpert. They were roped together when one slipped and fell over a precipice. The others held him, refused to cut the rope, and all fell to the rocks.
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Daily Mail
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Welpert
Havana Set To Debate Electoral Law At Convention
Cuban constitutional convention to discuss electoral law next week in Havana. The commission proposal covers elections for congressmen governors state representatives mayors and councilmen. No decision yet on direct vote for president and senators. Conservatives likely to oppose broad provincial autonomy and central veto powers. Universal suffrage gains support but substantial change to voting form unlikely. Governor General Wood improves but advised to refrain from public duties temporarily.
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Russian explanation of American duty against British paraffin
A Russian ministry of finance article in St. Petersburg June confirms telegraphed statements to the Associated Press and Journal of Commerce and Industry. It states Russia's attitude toward the American duty as a reprisal and notes Article 626 had not been read that way before. It adds Gage did not mention Romanian naphtha, also used in Britain, arguing Russia’s response to duties on bicycles and resin is justified.
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Associated Press
Journal of Commerce and Industry
Ministry. of Finance
Russia
Gage
Great Britain
Russle
Heatwave thrashes city with relief brief after nightfall
A scorching day left the city toilsome, with the streets stifling until around 11 pm when the temperature fell temporarily. Intense suffering spread across poorer districts as police ambulances ferried victims succumbing to the heat. several remained in serious condition, though no fatalities were recorded.
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Frrecanter
JyMll- Be
Hotte
Regatta Prospects Highlight Varsity Race at Poughkeepsie
Regatta notes predict a hard varsity race with Wisconsin Cornell and Columbia contending for top positions as Georgetown and Syracuse chase fourth. Freshmen results favor Cornell Columbia Pennsylvania and Syracuse, while Penn's coach Ward cautions his crew may not threaten the leaders.
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Wisconsin
Cornell
Columbia
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Syracuse
Georgetown
Columbian
Sharps
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Government Guards Kept at Newport News Shipyards
A New York special dispatch reports the government has stationed guards at all Newport News shipyards as a precaution during the strike. Guards protect the Illinois, Arkansas monitor, and Missouri battleship projects, supplementing existing police. Machinists refuse to return until demands are met. claims of an imminent return are unfounded.
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Tribune
Newport News
Var
Illinois
Arkansas
Missouri
Five Negroes Arrested in Circus Train Wreck Case
Five men using fictitious names were arrested in Connellsville, Pa., charged with wrecking the Southwestern express near Greensburg. Detectives tie the suspects to a former John Robinson circus, saying the wreck was retaliation after the circus train was dispatched. Several passengers injured in the collision.
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Greensburg
John Robinson Circus
Sunday closing law enforced in Atlantic City
Atlantic City New Jersey June 30 the Sunday closing law was strictly enforced for the first time since 1875 visitors could not obtain intoxicating liquor at bars or hotel buffets though liquor was served in rooms at some hotels. Trolley traffic to the inlet pavilion refreshments grottoes and beach cafes was affected. only one arrest for drunkenness occurred and no license complaints were filed. The enforcement is expected to cost Atlantic City about 250000 in Sunday revenue.
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Atlantic City
N. J
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Schooner Collides With Steamer Off Cape Cod
The six mast schooner Eleanor A Pearcy under Captain Jewett collided with the six masted steamer George W Wells near Cape Cod in fog. Wells, bound from Newport News to Boston with ballast, arrived in Boston Harbor badly damaged with a large hole and a gaping bow. The Pearcy carried coal to Boston and sustained damage to its bowsprit and jibboom.
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Wells
Boston
George W. Wells
Taunton
Crowley
Newport ‘News
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A. Pearcy
Jewett
Pércy
Newport News
Highland Light
Moodworkers Strike Threat Shocks Chicago Makers
Moodworkers in Chicago threaten a strike over wages and hours affecting bar and office fixtures. About 3,000 workers may walk out Tuesday in a move to push for advance pay and better conditions during a volatile labor dispute at manufacturers and related plants nearby.
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Retirement of Major General Shafter and four volunteer regiments
In San Francisco the retirement of Major General W. R. Shafter and the muster out of forty-fourth and eighth volunteer regiments marked a major transition. Shafter transferred command to General J. J. Young as the Presidio faced a flood of discharged volunteers buying tickets for eastern departures. Nearly 4,000 tickets were issued amid heightened security and crowded ticket offices. Three more regiments remain to be discharged and paid off tomorrow, ending a prominent chapter in the volunteer army.
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Presidio
W. R. Shafter
Shafter
Department of California
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Cavairy
Poty
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Sanita Fe
Pacific General Ticket Offices
Heath resigns as First National Bank president in Oxford
Heath resigns by wire as president and director of the First National Bank of Oxford. Directors meet and elect George C. Munnus to fill the vacancy. Heath retired Friday as director and vice president of the Miami Valley Bank in Hamilton, after a long career as a banker with Seventh National Bank of New York.
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Oxford
Fletcher
Heath
First National Bank
George C. Munnus
Miami Valley Bank
Hamilton
Strikers Plan Dayton Outing Camp in Kentucky
About 300 strikers and others will set up tents and shelters in Myers grove on the outskirts of Dayton Kentucky for several weeks. The camp aims to ease costs of the strike and keep workers united as they pursue continued action toward their goals.
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Dayton
Cincinnati
Myers
Grove
Accident to Picknickers In Chicago Tragedy
An electric streetcar collided with two wagons carrying picnickers on Irving Park Boulevard, killing infant Arthur Drickson and injuring about twenty others. Motorman and conductor were arrested amid the chaotic scene as overturned wagons crushed riders and frightened horses trampled bystanders.
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Irving Park ‘Boulevard
Arthur Drickson
Thornwald Twedder
Amanda Peters
Carl E. ‘Peterson
Thomas Goranson
Erickson
Gustaf Olin
Tillie Erlandson
Buffalo Bank Closes Doors Under Comptroller Control
A Buffalo City bank posted a notice stating it is in the hands of the Comptroller of the Currency and will not reopen for business tomorrow morning. Bank officials tonight refused to issue a statement about the failure. Directors blame federal action and President Cornwell denies contact with the public. Mrs Weirnney Still and Mrs McKinley are reported improving in varying degrees.
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N.Y. Lune
Tommorrow
Cornwell
Bank
Government sending forces to interior amid Panamanian unrest
Kingston Jamaica June 30 the Orinoco from Colon reports martial law in Panama after rebel reorganizations and fighting in the interior. Government reinforces garrisons and coast towns while authorities tighten precautions in Panama City. Alleged cruelty to political prisoners blamed for liberals refusing peace terms.
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Jamaica
Colon
Colombia
Panama
Collon
Orinoco
Severe storms in Europe drown twenty in Portugal five killed by lightning
London dispatch reports violent thunder storms and torrential rains across Europe. In Portugal floods and hailstorms caused damage in the Carrazeda district where twenty people drowned, and Gouvinhas saw five killed by lightning.
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London
Great Britain
Daily Express
Oporto
Carrazeda
Ughgning
Gouvinhas
Challenge to settle Shamrock II and Karlad race feud
Kenneth M. Clark owner of the cutter Karlad challenges Sir Thomas Lipton to a series of races under American racing conditions between the Shamrock II and the Karlad. Clark doubts Shamrock IIs readiness for American waters and argues the Karlad is the better boat length for length, seeking a decisive series before any official challenger enters.
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Thomas Lipton
Socialists in Demonstration at Lyons Riot in Street Clash
In Lyons yesterday a League of Patriots meeting presided by M Godefroy Carvaignac drew anarchist M Sebastian Faure who denounced nationalism. Socialists marched shouting Down with Cavaignac and priests, became riotous. police and guards dispersed crowds after clashes near Place Bellecour. Several injured and numerous arrests reported.
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France
St. Lyons
M. Godefiroy Carvaignac
League of Patriots
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Cavaignac
M. Cavaignac
Place Bellecour
Opera season unprofitable as Nielsen closes London engagement
Alice Nielsen abruptly ends her Shaftesbury Theatre season in London after formal notice of July 5 termination. The Fortune Teller’s impact blamed on disappointing business and high weekly expenses. Nielsen plans rest and Europe travel. manager Bowles cites misalignment with public taste and limited prospects. Most of the company heads to New York on July 10.
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New York
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South Carolina Seeks Refund of Internal Revenue Taxes
South Carolina through the governor and attorney general has moved to test whether federal internal revenue laws apply to its dispensary system and seeks a refund of 34 916. The state argues federal taxation cannot reach state instrumentalities and recalls Cooley in questioning the legality of such taxes on state agencies. If the refund is denied, the case may go to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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South Carolina
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Bear
Uneder
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Internal Revenue
Cooley
Yerkes
Naional
Booth Carolina
Supreme Et of the
World's Record Broken In Handicap Five Mile Race
New York June 20 marks strong times in cycling events with a five mile handicap where a world record appeared broken though not counted due to handicap rules. The scratch finishers were close, with Jandicep at 100 yards and the scratch rider three yards behind. Frank Kramer led in the half mile pro event, with Les Yer Wiles and Tommy Cooper following in order, amid close action and disputed records.
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Jack
Ployd McFarland
Penns
Frank Kramer
Hi-B
Freeman
Steel Workers to Be Ordered Out in Hoobb Trust Strike
Pittsburg June 30. President T J Shaffer of the Amalgamated Association says an order will call out all union workers in the American Steel Hoop Company mills. About 15 000 men may be affected plus 8 000 from the American Sheet Steel Company strike. Open mills at Hollidaysburg Pittsburg Monessen to be notified first. The organized mills at Youngstown and elsewhere to idle pending a settlement.
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T. J. Shaffer
Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers
Morrow
American’ Steel] Hoop, Company
Hoop Trust
American Sheet Steel Company
Shaffer
American Steel Hoop Company
Hollidaysburg
Monessen
Youngertown
Pomeroy
Sharon
Girard
Warren
Pas
Greenville
Amalgamated Association
Smith
Sheet Bree
Youngstown
Mahoning Valley
Republic
Tron and Steel Company
Sane Man Is Sent To Asylum In Indiana Conspiracy
In Indianapolis June 30 a man named John Rogs was declared insane and sent to Central hospital after a lunacy commission. An investigation suggests a pattern where witnesses, judges, and physicians profit from misused inquest hearings. The attorney general is reviewing law violations amid calls for Rogs’s release. Emperor Was Aboard. Meteor with Emperor Wham won a yacht race in Lubeck bay.
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Indianapolis
Ind
John Rogs
Kingan
Central Hospital
Ross
Justice of the Peace
W. B. Pletcher
L Ross
Emperor
Travemunde
Emperor Wham
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