Peace plenipotentiaries to meet in Washington
Washington reports a diplomatic breakthrough as Russia and Japan agree on Washington as the peace plenipotentiaries meeting place. Time and armistice essentials are under consideration while selections are kept private. President Roosevelt’s role is highlighted amid European pressure on Japan over indemnity.
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Washington
Orient
Russia
Japan
Roosevelt
Manchuria
White House
Takahira
United States
Sailors in Discontented Mood on Rosest vensky Ships
A report prepared for Rosest vensky indicates sailors on his vessels were discontented during the voyage to the far east. Mutinies occurred over poor rations and prison holds were emptied before the battle began.
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St. Petersburg
Publishers Press
Rosestvensky
Far East
Trolley Line Harpers Ferry to Winchester Promoted
The Winchester and Washington City Railway Company bought Shenandoah River water power four miles southeast of Charlestown for 10000 dollars. An engineer surveys the site as power will be developed immediately. Plans include a Harpers Ferry to Winchester trolley via Charlestown Berryville and Bluemont with possible extension toward Washington D C. Promoters include Winchester Berryville and Philadelphia interests.
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Charleston
W. Va
Winchester and
Charlestown
Berryville
Bluemont
Washington, D.C
Winchester
Philadelphia
Five Year Old Girl Victim of Assault in Shelbyville
Shelbyville Indiana reports a five year old girl, daughter of cabinet maker Charles Hill, was assaulted yesterday while her mother briefly left home. The child lay unconscious with a temple wound. doctors say she cannot recover. A suspected negro burglar is believed to have struck her as the house showed signs of ransacking.
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Shelbyville
Ind
Russia deemed unable to pay indemnity to Japan
St. Petersburg report cites Prof Miglin of Kharkov University arguing Russia cannot bear a large indemnity. He notes extreme poverty, high interest costs, and limited borrowing options. A massive tribute could trigger bankruptcy and cripple military needs, urging refusal of any payment. Police seal Peterhof district ahead of Czar's summer move to Peterhof. travel date undisclosed.
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St. Petersburg
Russia
Japan
Miglin
Kharkoft University
France
Indo-China
Mignulin
Ruseia
Miguiin
Peterhof
Tsarekoe- Selo
Peterhof Palace
Tsarakoe-Selo
War with France and Germany Threatens Europe
Paris reports all Europe on edge over a possible clash between France and Germany. The czar is urged by France to pursue peace while Britain backs France and Japan is urged to offer terms to end the eastern struggle. Germany demands an international conference on Morocco and refuses to scale back pretensions.
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Paris
Europe
Germany
France
Bie
England
Japan
the Eclair
Morocco
Bankers to Hold Union Convention Plan Backed
West Virginia bankers closed their annual convention in Fairmont with moves toward a regional union convention including Virginia Maryland and the District of Columbia to be held at White Sulphur Springs WV or Elkins if plans falter. Officers named include President F M Staunton Charleston and Vice President Walton Miller Fairmont with delegates to the American Bankers Association listed.
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Fairmont
W. Va
West Virginia Bankers’ Association
Bankers of
Virginia
Maryland
District of Columbia
White Sulphur Springs
Elkins
F. M. Staunton
Charleston
Fliat
Walton Miller
W. G. Wilson
Elkine
J S. Gill
Fayetteville
C. A. Buckley
Parkersburg
J. W. Perry
Bramwell
Co. T. Hiteshew
American Bankers’ Association
C B. Hart
Wheeling
H. W. Chaddach
Grafton
Mason Matthews
Lewisburg
W. B. Crine
O. B Bowyer
Philippi R. E. Talbert
Point Pleasant
Baseball scores from base league games
American: Chicago 5 New York 1 Cleveland 2 Washington 0 St Louis 5 Philadelphia 1 Detroit 5 Boston 1 National: Philadelphia 7 Pittsburg 0 New York 4 St Louis 5 Brooklyn 4 Chicago 10 Boston 2 Cincinnati 3 Ten innings were played in this game.
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Chicago
New York
Cleveland
Washington
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Detroit
Boston
Pittsburg
Brooklyn
Cincinnati
Bank notes found scattered in Gate City streets
Gate City Virginia residents report bank notes appearing on sidewalks with no owners claiming loss. A young man found fifteen dollars, a merchant two ten dollar bills, a little boy two tens in pieces later redeemed, and two ladies five and three dollars respectively. M D Mann near Gate City has been selling goods for very low prices.
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Gate City
M. D. Mann
Slave Returns After Sixty Three Years
Martinaville Va June 15 About the year 1842 two slaves father and son owned by Hon William Ballard Preston beat their overseer. They were tried and hanged but commuted to banishment. One banished slave aged 54 returns to Henry County after 63 years to find slavery ended and the overseers dead.
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Martinaville
Ballard Preston
Henry County
Richmond
King Edward's Niece Marries Swedish Prince
Princess Margaret of Connaught, granddaughter of Queen Victoria, wed Prince Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden at St George's Chapel Windsor Castle. Archbishop of Canterbury officiated. The couple asked for a quiet ceremony attended by King Edward Queen Alexandra the Crown Prince of Sweden and diplomatic corps.
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Windsor
Margaret of Connaught
Victoria
Gustavus Adolphus of
Sweden
St. George Chapel
Gounde
Windsor Castle
Archbishop of Canterbury
Edward Queen Alexandra
Crown Prince
Cast of Characters in Pinafore Tonight
Bluefield tonight features a Pinafore cast including Sir Joseph Porter Dr Palmer Captain Corcoran Mr O L Alexander Ralph Rackett raw Dick Deadeye Mr W E Pear Jenkins Josephine Mrs E M Easley Little Buttercup Miss Elise Davis Cousin Hebe Mr F J Brown in a local performance listing roles and actors.
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Bluefield
Joseph Porter
Palmer
Capt. Corcoran
O. L. Alexander
Ralph Racketraw
W. E. Pear
Dick Deadeye
Racker Jenkins
Josephine
E. M Easley
Little Buttercup
Elise Davis
Hebe
F. J. Brown
A Special Display of Diamonds A. J. Rankin & Co
A. J. Rankin & Co announce a special display of fine diamond goods at Art Stationery Co. over the next few days. They invite all to view and will assist whether a purchase is intended or not.
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A. J. Rankin & Co
Art Stationery Co
Messrs. Rankin & Co
City Shocked and Saddened by News
The city reacts with sorrow to disturbing health news about a public figure who had appeared on streets recently. Officials urge calm and offer support as details unfold.
Death of Fred Barlow Darkens Bluefield Coal Town
Fred Barlow son of a prominent Elk horn Coal and Coke family died aged 34 in Bluefield after a brief illness. His mother wife and children were with him at the end and will accompany his remains to Roanoke for Sunday interment. He belonged to multiple local fraternal orders and will be honored by Bluefield Lodge Elks and Roanoke Elks.
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A. L. Barlow
Fred
Mr. Barlow
Bluefield
Fred Barlow
Barlow
Elkhorn Coal and Coke Company
Pennsylvania
Joe Barlow
Logan Court House
Binefield
Elkhorn Lodge No
L Go . F
Mabyeury
Bramwell Tribe of
Red Men
Roanoke
Bluefield Lodge of Elks
Roanoke Elke
Hardangee Collar and Coff Set Latest Fad at Pedigo's
A brief display notes Hardangee Collar and Coff set as the latest fashion fad featured at Pedigo's storefront. Shoppers are urged to visit to explore the new style items and related accessories on sale.
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Pedigo's
Regent Shirt Co Announces Partial Delivery Delay
Regent Shirt Co of 720 Broadway New York reports to Thornton Clothing Co of Bluefield West Virginia that the balance of Pongee shirts on back order has been cut today and will be delivered with minimal delay. Also advertised are Anglaise embroidery at 3.75 per yard and accessories at Pedigo's, plus a Dean's Ointment skin remedy available at drag stores.
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Regent Shirt CO
Broadway
New York
Messrs. Thornton Clothing Co
Bluefield
W. Va
Dean
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Livevitch
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