London feels Jubilee mood as bye election fades from view
Our London Letter notes political apathy amid Jubilee preparations. Parliament reopens quietly, honours limited, and civic figures await appointments. Attendance at Victorians exhibits and venues remains uneven as managers seek crowds ahead of the royal celebrations.
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Collision sinks Reecliff after Channel crash
Part of the Reecliff crew were landed at Stockton from the Alphonse Farran after the Reecliff sank following a collision with the Port Victor off Beachy Head. Five lives lost include Austen, Robinson, Lannan, Batstone, and Hodgson among 28 on board. The Port Victor wedged the Reecliff open, saving others before the Alphonse Farran rescued 22 crew members. injuries included the chief engineer.
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Peace talks delayed as Turkish demand stalls meeting
In Constantinople Constantinople Monday reports say the peace talks are postponed to tomorrow after Tewfik Pasha requested more time. The Turkish Foreign Minister awaits Fortes replies to ambassador memoranda on peace conditions. A ministerial meeting at Yildiz Kiosk is planned tonight.
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Forty Prisoners Await Trial in Benin City Massacre
The Bonny steamer carries news from West Africa. Forty prisoners, mostly chiefs, await trial in Benin City for the massacre of the British expedition. King of Benin eludes capture as troops prove insufficient. Consul Moor planned action with the Ivy and Jubilee troops, but fever hampered transfer. Archdeacon Dobinson dies along the Niger. Rumors mingle about a potential King of Coomassie and unrest over land laws in Sherbro.
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Powder Factory Struck by Lightning in Bavaria
A powder factory near Stephanskirchen in Rosenheim Bavaria was struck by lightning on Sunday evening. An explosion followed, blasting 11 006 pounds of powder and shattering many houses. One man named Feuter was injured as the blast was felt for miles.
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Berlin Fire Bravado Sanctioned by Poison Fumes Toll
Three officers and fifty seven other Berlin Fire Brigade members fell seriously ill from poisonous fumes while battling the Schering Chemical Works blaze on Tuesday the second inst. in Berlin.
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Boiler Explosion in Puebla Kills Dozens Believed Dead
Telegram from Mexico City reports a boiler explosion at Puebla works. At least twenty killed, many bodies buried in debris. exact toll unknown. Reported by Reuter.
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Petersfield Division Polls In Hampshire To Fill Wickham Vacancy
Polls opened yesterday in Petersfield Division Hampshire to replace the late Mr W Wickham Conservative W Graham Nicholson and Liberal John Bonham Carter contest the seat. Counting begins at 9 30 this morning at Board Schools Peterfield with results expected shortly before noon. Weather cool and voting steady with high turnout and ample transport for outlying voters.
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Appointment of H. F. Wilson to Colonial Department
Nr. Chamberlain appoints H. F. Wilson M A late Trinity College Cambridge fellow and Lincoln’s Inn barrister as legal assistant in the Colonial Department. Oxford examiners recommend Stanhope prize to John Buchan proxime accessit. John H. Henderson Balliol and Herbert Bruce St John’s also honored.
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Lincoln storm kills Mrs Newton and injures Mrs Leckton
During a thunderstorm over the Lincoln district on Sunday Mrs Newton of Lexilby was struck by lightning and killed. Mrs Leckton of Bargate Lincoln narrowly escaped when she was rendered unconscious for a few minutes.
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Bee Attack Kills Warfield Labourer
George Adams of Warfield near Bridlng North died after being attacked by a swarm while hiving bees. He was stung about the face and neck, suffering 50 wounds and succumbing a few hours later.
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Opening of Swansea Exchange Highlights Tinplate Trade Hope
At the Swansea Exchange opening yesterday Sir John Jones Jenkins M P president spoke of the Welsh tinplate trade future and endorsed the Workmen's Compensation Bill principle as right.
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French smack Le Zoreux sunk after collision
Lloyd's reports the British steamer Amsterdan from Harwich arrived at Antwerp after colliding with the French smack Le Zoreux. Five crew members drowned, three were saved.
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Murder Charge at Chesterfield Over Cobblers Knife Death
William Short aged 60 was charged with the wilful murder of his son George Short by stabbing on May 28. The coroner's jury had found death by misadventure. The bench discharged the prisoner amid cheering.
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Lost on Hampstead Heath Whit Monday Children Reunited
Thirty two lost children were taken into police care at the London County Council tent on Hampstead Heath. During the day twenty four were claimed by friends, six were owned after removal to the police station, and two were sent to the Hampstead Workhouse to pass the night.
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Fatal bicycle accident near Cobham claims Charles W. Earle
A cyclist near Cobham Surrey on Monday died instantly after his bicycle wheel trapped in a rut caused a fatal head injury. Charles William Earle formerly served as a captain in the Rifle Brigade after joining the 60th Rifles in 1846 and had a noted military career in South Africa and India.
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May Trade Returns Show UK Imports Up Despite Export Rise
The United Kingdom's May trade returns show imports totaling £36,336,348, up £2,986,360 from last May. Food imports rose by £1,884,295 and manufactured goods by £944,315. Exports reached £19,522,146, up £486,903, mainly due to a £257,323 rise in exported raw materials.
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Co operative Congress Adopts Resolutions at Perth
The Perth gathering heard Mr Douse of Nottingham explain 40 percent of UK co operatives stay outside the union due to fee scales. Mr Greening cited 80 percent of Irish societies outside the union from miscommunication with the grand National agricultural movement. The Congress protested private traders pressuring citizens to buy and sell for a favored class and urged protection of ratepayers from market salesman purchases. It will meet in Peterborough next year.
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Eight Hours Day Debate at London Miners Conference
Delegates from Britain France Germany and Belgium debated the eight hours proposal with the Miners Federation backing bank to bank hours for miners and extending to surface work. The Miners National Union opposed legalisation arguing it worsens conditions in the North of England. The resolutions passed overwhelmingly with only the National Union dissenting. Discussion shifted to resolutions on employers' Nobility before adjournment.
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Kinora Wreck Reach Reports After Open Boat Trip
Kinora owner Messrs Iredale and Porter learned from Acapulco that the mate and seven crewmen reached port after a 700 mile open boat voyage from a water logged wreck at Chipperton Island. Captain M Murray remained at Chipperton with 14 crew.
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Sunderland Bank Robbery Suspect Formally Charged
In Sunderland Police Court Arthur Armstrong faced formal charges for involvement in the North Eastern Company Bank robbery on March 1. The trio used master keys to steal £5554 in gold and £2315 in notes before fleeing by the midnight southbound train. Armstrong was remanded for a week after a struggle led to the capture of another suspect in Soho.
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Burton Division Liberal Unionist meeting backs local choice
Lord Burton led a crowded Burton meeting criticizing a ring selection of a candidate. He urged unity and a good local candidate and the group approved Mr Ratcliff as the Unionist candidate with Conservative cooperation sought.
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Venezuela Rejects Monroe Doctrine Interventions In Boundary Row
Dr Ernst, Caracas librarian, argued Venezuela respects Washington but rejects being a vassal. He said the Monroe doctrine is obsolete and Cleveland's use to resolve the British Guiana boundary was politically driven and no longer justified.
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Death of Major General Charles Hodgkinson Smith
Major General Charles Hodgkinson Smith CB late Royal Artillery died suddenly at Mayertorne Manor Wendover Bucks at 71. He joined the Army in 1845 and saw Indian Mutiny and Russian War service. He commanded artillery in 1858 59 and retired in 1877 with senior rank and honors. He leaves a widow and six children.
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Queen's State Carriage Narrated as Regal Masterpiece
The article details the Queen's State carriage as a superb royal machine, designed by Sir William Chambers, richly adorned with laurel, gilt, and Cipriani pictures. It notes a 24 foot length, 12 foot height, four ton weight, eight cream horses, and use of red Morrocco harness.
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Church News and Clerical Appointments Set in Bristol Area
Clergy announcements include Rev Talbot Greaves preaching at Kingsdown and the Bishop of Winchester to preach before the Queen at Windsor on the 20th. Inductions and living valuations feature Rev George Barr at Longhope and Rev A A Mathews denial of Blaenavon offer. Organist Sumner dies at Christchurch Wimbledon. Palestine exhibition planned for St Silas Bristol to fund a new organ and heating. St Peter’s Wapley reopens after repairs. Norman church discoveries at St Mary the Virgin Chatham revealed during restoration. Bristol Diocesan Church Day School Teachers Association meeting endorses pupil teacher transport to central classes and calls for direct representation on the Diocesan Federation.
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Services At Bristol And Wells Cathedrals In Residence
The Very Rev. and Canons preside at Bristol and Wells cathedrals with Holy Communion on Sundays and chief festivals. Services include morning and evening prayers, evensong, and hymns with antiphons and organless services. References to specific hymns and composers appear in the schedule.
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