Near War With Japan Seen But Britain Cautions
The report stresses fears of a Japan Russia clash and notes British officials, led by Salisbury, doubt immediate hostilities. It highlights Japan’s naval preparations, Turkey’s pressures on Russia, and Britain’s cautious stance while monitoring Far East and Balkan tensions.
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Liberal party divisions and imperialist shifts in Britain
The piece critiques British politics noting divided Liberal party leadership under Sir Edward Grey and Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman Illness. It cites Gladstone on South Africa policy, predicts Boer republic annexation, and mocks Vanity of press commentary in Topeka Capital and Globe. It laments republication and anti American sentiment.
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Herbert Gladstone
South Africa
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Nottingham
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Chicago labor contest described as desperate by Industrial commission
In Chicago March 30 the Industrial commission heard witnesses on the labor dispute. A. E. Clark and Commissioner Harris warned unions to respect national laws and avoid violence. Contractors claimed hardship and urged restraint while unions cited unionizing tactics and sympathetic strikes as responses to contractor pressure.
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Contractors League
Governor Davis Interved on Puerto Rico Tariff Debate
In San Juan March 31 Governor General Davis told the Associated Press he would not discuss congressional matters but noted Puerto Rico needs could justify free trade. He cited an annual island expense of about two million dollars and limited revenue from stamps, liquors, tobacco, and licenses, warning a tariff shift could jeopardize funding for insular government. Townes of the tobacco company warned the tariff would push Puerto Rico out of the US market, with Europe and Asia as alternate buyers, while local producers face higher costs than US makers.
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San Tuan Ant
Open Sunday Expo Debate Divides American British Officials
Paris March 31 officials debate whether the American and British sections of the exposition should open Sundays. US Commissioner General Peck faces protests over religious scruples and aims to close on the Sabbath, while French authorities warn against the move. The British government urges accommodating religious sentiments, and Pickard contemplates a compromise with French authorities to respect both sides. Meanwhile Martinique interpellation dominates French chamber discussions and shifts focus from colonial troubles to government support and socialist opposition.
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Boers Defeated After Coordinated Allied Flank Movements
From Bloemfontein March 30, British forces under French and Legallats broke Boer defenses by flanking on both sides. Teegallais supported with Vickers-Maxims pushing Boers toward a deep donga edge where they shelled French. The Boers retreated in good order as French and Lenegaltals closed the gap.
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OFF FOR MANILA WITH TROOPS
The transport Sumner began its voyage to Manila with troops and supplies. Congressman Driggs of Brooklyn condemned extravagance aboard the Sumner and said he would seek a further investigation into refitting and leadership. About 782 volunteer soldiers and 60 officers embarked. the ship is expected to arrive around April 25.
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Korean officials sail from New York to London aboard Mesquba
On the Atlantic Transport liner Mesquba which sailed today for London were Chin Pom Ye Korean minister Chong K Ye Chong We Ye high sons Nam Pilou and Kim Do Ul secretaries and Ye a leading Korean diplomat transferred from Washington to represent Korea at Berlin Paris and Petersburg. Mr Tam Bye secretary of the delegation will handle Korean interests until Ye's successor arrives.
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High Taxes and Military Struggles Dominate Berlin Dispatches
Berlin dispatches report adjourned Austrian and German budgets, tax debates to fund the fleet, and farm bill quarrels with the agrarians. A separate note covers Prince Hohenlohe's birthday, post office reforms, and a critique of South African campaign logistics with allied commands.
Tramp Burned After Box Car Fire on Milwaukee Road
In Jackson Minnesota on March 31 an unknown man believed to be a tramp rode in a Milwaukee Road box car. The car burned to a crisp and Night Operator J. J. Dolan was severely burned when he opened the door with a torch to inspect the contents and gasoline exploded.
Dreyer's Partner Guilty Sentenced for Embezzlement
Robert Berger, partner of E. S. Dreyer, the banker convicted of embezzling over 300000 from the West Park board, was found guilty tonight and sentenced to an indefinite term in the penitentiary. He was charged with receiving funds for deposit while knowing the bank was insolvent.
American jockey wins Malden plate at London race
The Malden plate for three year olds ran over one mile and a furlong. American jockey J. H. Martin rode Dinraven to victory aboard a Moanerla. Lord Derby's Call finished second ahead of Gen Crow. Four horses competed, with Kansai City and Uinta Ti among the others.
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Crow
Wag
Scathing criticism of Splon Kop tactics in Times editorial
An officer at Splon Kop offers a sharp account of the battle tactics. He criticizes leadership as incompetent and urges replacements with capable commanders and decisive minor leaders. He notes many elected officers lack common sense and fail in basic war rules.
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London
Splon Kop
Times
Children Die In House Fire In Muscatine
Three Tobia children aged 4 3 and 6 months were locked in by their mother. While she was away the home burned down. The youngest died and another child cannot recover.
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Muscatine
August Tobia
Russia and Japan War on First Page News
The first page covers Russo Japanese War developments and questions about Sunday openings. It notes high taxes in Germany and reports Cambridge’s victory.
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Cambridge Wins Annual Oxford Cambridge Boat Race
London and Putney reports describe the fifty-seventh Oxford Cambridge boat race won by Cambridge in near record time with Oxford twenty lengths behind. Crowds filled the course amid perfect weather as Cambridge led from early in the race and finished easily at Mort Lake.
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