Rumor Disturbs Washington as Cabinet Refutes Link
Washington unsettled by a rumor that Cabinet officials deny. Prince turn reputedly seen in Pekin, prompting search for him and orders to commanders to await instructions before further action. United States vows to oppose any division of China as notes are prepared for powers and Amoy reports an outbreak.
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Washington
Cabinet
Prince
Pekin
United States
China
Amoy
Russia Declares War Rumor Sparks China Conflict Talk
Washington reports circulate that Russia has declared war on China. Officials say no confirmation exists. After a Cabinet meeting, the government vows to oppose any territorial division of China.
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Washington
Russia
China
Pekin
Tragic Unknown Man Found Shot Dead on Au dubon Road
A young man, about 5 feet 9 and 140 pounds, was found seated on a bench on Au dubon road in Back Bay with a through head wound. A .22 revolver lay nearby, no ID found, and he wore a dark gray suit and tan shoes marked Howe. Police hope shoe-store records may reveal the owner. The body was sent to City Hospital morgue for identification.
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Audubon Road
Station 16
Howe
City Hospital
Washington Street
Negro Peck Sentenced in Akron Riot Case
The Akron riot case ends as Negro Peck pleads guilty and is sentenced to life in the state penitentiary after a quick arraignment. Troops guarded the route to the courthouse but no demonstration occurred. Rhoda Davison dies after being shot during riots Wednesday night.
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Akron
Peck
Nye
Court House
Rhoda Davison
Peck Leaves Cleveland in Quiet Jail Transfer
A closed carriage arrives at the county jail as Peck the Akron Negro, Prison Keeper Washer, Dr. A. K. Fusser of Akron, and Sheriff McConnell depart for Union Station. They board a train to Cleveland Akron & Columbus line with Peck in custody.
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Cleveland, O
Peck
Akron
Cordua Shot After Pretoria Conspiracy Trial
A Pretoria despatch reports Lieutenant Cordua was shot yesterday after being found guilty of conspiring to murder British officers and kidnap Lord Roberts. His counsel claimed British secret agents influenced the case and pleaded for mercy before a death sentence was pronounced by the British commander.
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London
Pretoria
Cordua
Lord Roberts
Codrua
Ted
Ondon
O Ef
Robbery at Doyle Lodgings on West Canton Street
William J. Doyle arrived at his 233 West Canton Street lodging to find a thief had entered during the afternoon and evening. A gold filled watch and chain and between 70 and 80 dollars in bills were taken, and the loss was reported to the police.
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William J. Doyle
West Canton Street
Forecast for New England and eastern New York Weekend
RAN WASHINGTON Aug 2 Weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday calls for local rains and thunderstorms across New England and eastern New York Saturday. Sunday should be fair with fresh southwest winds.
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Washington
New England
New York
Commanders at Pekin Await Orders Amid Turmoil
Aug 17 report from Pekin says commanders await government instructions before further hostilities. Prince Tuan sighted, search ongoing. Japanese control gates of the forbidden city await guidance on retention or destruction. Allied forces pursue Chinese cavalry near Tung Chow. Empresas Dowager court said to be at Sian Fu.
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Pekin
Che Foe
Forbidden City
Prince Tuan
Tung Chow
Sian Fu
Tung Fuh Siang
Si An Fu
London
Tien Tain
Vienna
Reuter
Tien Tsin
Dorward
Coming Home Sales Notice from Cush ing Medical Supply Co
A Boston ad notes orders sent to home addresses, with emphasis on family trade and bottles. It states free delivery to adjoining cities for orders of one dollar or more and invites readers to send for a price list from Cush ing Medical Supply Co at 580 Washington St.
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Sept. Rat
Cushing Medical Supply CO
Washington St
Boston
Fitzsimmons Knocks Sharkey Out In Second Round At Coney Island
Robert Fitzsimmons dominated the heavyweight bout at Coney Island, stopping Tom Sharkey in the second round after a delayed start over referee fees. Spectators hissed and cheered as Fitzsimmons pressed with his solar plexus blow and left jaw punch, while John L. Sullivan attended a benefit next week and the Boston contingent watched.
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New York
Robert Fitzsimmons
Tom Sharkey
Coney Island Athletic
Sailor
Snarkey
White
Ring
John L. Sullivan
Madison Square Garden
Eddie Burke
Sharkey
Fitzsimmons
Fitz
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