Russian sugar tariff talks stall as Gage declines
Washington reports a new exchange between Russia and the United States over tariffs. Finance Minister De Witte proposes Russia vacate extra duties on American goods if the U.S. drops its sugar differential. Secretary Gage declines since the sugar issue is before the courts. The note recalls Hay alignment on petroleum, but no broader change is agreed.
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New Turkish Minister Calls on Secretary of State
Secretary Hey re turned to Washington this morning from New Hampshire and went to the state department for a closeted conference. The new Turkish minister Chekib Bev called with Ali Ferrough, Bev the retiring minister. Bev will, for now, exercise all ministerial functions as a courtesy until presented at the White House. Relations between the United States and Turkey are described as ceremonial. The purpose of Hey’s return appears personal, and he is not expected to stay beyond this week.
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Congresses of the Republics Will Meet in Mexico
Washington July 9 Mr John Barrett former minister to Stam and delegate to the congress of American republics in Mexico reported to Secretary Hay that a Mexican senator loyal to the government asserts the congress will be held despite contrary reports The letter suggests Cuban delegates may be invited depending on Cuba’s political status and notes Mexico’s stance on inviting external observers amid yellow fever concerns
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Widow seeks $10,000 from hotel owner over dog bite death
Washington reports widow Annie White sues hotel proprietor James R. Kee nan for $10,000 damages claiming her milk wagon driver husband died from hydrophobia after being bitten by Kee nans dogs while delivering mill run on July 10. She alleges the attack at Kee nans home led to his death two months later from infected wounds.
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Josiah K Ohl Starts Today for The World for the Constitution
Josiah K Ohl, staff correspondent of the Constitution, begins a reporting series from Asia. He carries letters from top officials and discusses China and the Philippines trade, aiming to illuminate Southern business conditions and potential benefits from closer South relations.
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The Constitution to send Obi on world tour study
The Constitution plans a globe encircling voyage for its Washington correspondent Obi to study the Philippines China Korea and Japan. The aim is to provide readers with thoughtful reports on lands and peoples shaping future U S politics and commerce.
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Chinese Boxer Claimants Seek Indemnity From Butte
The Chinese government through Minister Wu Ting-Fang filed a claim for half a million dollars over alleged outrages against Chinese residents in Butte Montana. The case dates to 1886 with hundreds of claimants asserting killings, property loss, and business ruin.
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Herbert Named Leader of Southern Family Railroad
In San Francisco on July 9 Herbert was named successor to Willmore as president of the Southern Family Railroad Company amid managerial changes. The announcement came this afternoon and marks a key shift in the company’s leadership.
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Fought With Shotguns Ends in Fatal Duel near Plant City
Tampa dispatch reports a deadly shotgun duel near Plant City. Edward Franklin, a farmer, is dead after firing on David Kinard, his son in law, and Kinard's wife and baby were seriously wounded. Kinard returned fire. both sides exchanged shots, Franklin killed, Kinard seriously wounded and not yet arrested.
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Riot disrupts Madison Square Park chair protest in New York
A mob of several hundred attacked reserved park chairs in Madison Square Park provoking a riot as police struggled to quell the disturbance. Attendants were knocked down and armed officers charged with clubs. Several men were arrested including Terry McGovern who tried to deter the melee.
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Morrison Goes to Pen for Five Years in Castle Murder
Dorado Colorado July 9 Miss Morrison was sent to the Lansing penitentiary to serve a five year term for the murder of Mrs Clara Wiley at Castle. A crowd of hundreds gathered at the railway station as the prisoner was escorted aboard with her father Judge Morrison and her brother-Pigy. The trainmen struggled to keep back the crowd while some women attempted to reach the prisoner.
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Soldiers Free With Lead In Rail Shootout
Kansas City Mo July 9 Private John Howard of company D Forty third volunteers was arrested on arrival of the Santa Fe train after a man named Gibbons was shot at Hutchinson Kansas last night. Howard claims tramps aboard the returning train wore portrayals of soldiers and attempted robberies prompting gunfire to stop them. Gibbons is not expected to survive. Howard says the shooting’s exact actor is uncertain and that a fellow soldier fired as well. Howard, twenty, faced transport to Hutchinson. The incident centers on alleged crooks among returning soldiers and a fatal handgun defense.
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Norfolk Street Railway Franchise Awarded at $30,000
Norfolk council grants a thirty year omnibus street railway franchise to Terminal Company for 30 000 after turning down higher bids of 45 000 and a 70 000 forfeit. Two other Pennsylvania backed competitors had vied for the privilege across the city wards, with one possible exception. The action followed the council’s concurrence with the common council and aimed at securing service for residents.
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Value of precious stones imports to United States
Treasury data show the value of precious stones and pearls passing through New York customs reached 21,919,053 for the year ending June 30. Government expert George Windit notes this total surpasses any prior year and exceeds the four years to 1896 by about 3 million dollars. He adds rough stones on the free list aided a new American cutting and polishing industry.
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America
Cincinnati Editor Controls Democratic Convention
A Cincinnati editor appears to exercise decisive influence over the Democratic Party convention proceedings. The report highlights the editor’s apparent grip on the event, shaping decisions and outcomes through behind the scenes guidance and public commentary.
No Concessions Made to Radical Element in Ohio District Meetings
Columbus July 9 The McLean Kilbourne element seized control of all district committee seats at the district meetings and will push their slate at the Democratic state convention tomorrow. Johnson supporters won in Cleveland districts but rural areas favored McLean Kilbourne. minority reports on credentials and resolutions are anticipated amid tense floor scenes.
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