Spain and Switzerland Tariff Treaty Lapses Aug 31
Madrid reports the existing commercial treaty with Switzerland lapses today and a tariff war may follow harming Spain’s trade with other nations under most favored nation clauses. Negotiations aim to extend the treaty while revising tariffs, as merchants’ views are sought via a government circular to chambers of commerce and trade groups.
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Madrid
Spain
Switzerland
Ridgely
Chambers of Commerce
Shakers Hold Peace Convention at Mount Lebanon NY
Shakers of Mount Lebanon New York convene to discuss universal peace. The circular outlines practical measures for influencing government through arbitration of disputes, arms reduction, neutral waterways, and tax relief for producers.
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Mount Lebanon
N. Y
Czar Thanks Roosevelt for Portsmouth Peace Role
Emperor Nicholas I telegram to President Roosevelt expresses gratitude for his energetic efforts in bringing peace negotiations to a successful conclusion at Portsmouth and notes that Russia will recognize the great part he played in the conference.
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Oyster Bay
Aug
Roosevelt
Nicholas
Portsmouth
Fire destroys White Pine mills at Priest River
A disastrous blaze in Newport Wisconsin on August 31 reports the White Pine Lumber planing mills at Priest River Idaho burned. The accident destroyed eight million feet of lumber, eleven box cars and about twenty five residences. The loss is estimated at two hundred seventy five thousand dollars.
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Newport
Wasn
White Pine Lumber Company
Priest River
Daho
Premature Explosion at Safe Harbor
Three slaves and an Italian were blown to pieces by a premature explosion near Safe Harbor. One slave is missing and two slaves and no negro were badly injured in the blast near Limcaster, Pa.
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Limcaster
Safe Harbor
Vermont Battleship Launched in Fore River Yard
In Quincy Massachusetts on August 31 Special report writes that the battleship Vermont, among the most powerful U S Navy ships, was successfully launched at Fore River Shipbuilding yards today.
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Quincy
Mass
Vermont
United States Navy
Fore River
Anglo Japanese Treaty Report Confirmed Signed Aug 12
London report confirms the Anglo Japanese treaty was signed on August 12. The document is described as far reaching, with potential to insure peace in the far east and influence global stability.
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London
Far East
Yellow Fever Toll Rises in New Orleans
New Orleans reports 93 new yellow fever cases and 4 deaths today. Cumulative totals reach 1,901 cases and 275 deaths, with health officials tracking the outbreak and urging preventive measures.
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New Orleans
Taft sails for Japan and Manila by Logay transport
Special Secretary Taft and his party sailed at noon today aboard the transport Logay bound for Japan and Manila. The voyage sets the tenor for a busy diplomatic itinerary with stops in Asia.
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Manila
Taft
Japan
Teensed to Wed John Daverneux Madison Wis
Emma Bates of Fitsburg Wis with a 37 to 31 score in a recent match. The record notes names, places, and a small result with no additional context.
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John Daverneux
Madison
Wis
Emma Bates
Fitsburg
Senator Hopkins Delivers Fitting Address At Stephenson County Meeting
Ten thousand residents travel from Cedarville and beyond to the annual old settlers gathering in Stephenson County. United States Senator A J Hopkins of Illinois delivers an engaging talk, praising pioneer life and Illinois history, with remarks on Joliet LaSalle Marquette and George Rogers Clark, and credits Stephenson County with supporting his career. Also noted are local speakers, a humorous anecdote about corn, and a vote of thanks to Hopkins.
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Cedarville
Stephenson County
Alonzo Wilson
Senator Hopkins
Naramore
A. J. Hopkins
United States
Illinois
Naranore
United States Senate
Hopkins
Union
Llinois
Mary Queen of Scots
Northwest
Europe
England
France
Joliet
LaSalle
Marquette
Patrick Henry
Virginia
George Rogers Clarke
Republic
Clark
Hingus
Josie
Indiana
Wisconsin
Michigan
Grant
Sheridan
Sherman
Abraham Lincoln
Minois
Lake Michi-gun
Ilinois
Stephenson
Congress
Nathaniel Pope
Pope
Dlinois
Mississippi River
New England
Hfe
de Kalb County
House of Worship
Freeport
East
Inois
Toam
Myr. Naramore
Dr. Byers
Monroe
Syracuse
N.Y
Mitnois
W. J. Brady
James Frisbie
Silver Creek Township
Jio
Armistice Not Proclaimed By Portsmouth Report
Portsmouth Aug 81 Special Up to noon neither the Russian nor Japanese mission had received information on an armistice. The formal armistice is not urgent enough to cause alarm if a day or two pass before proclamation. Tokio Aug 81 Special The public lacks information on Portsmouth’s agreement. If terms are worse than expected the compact will be opposed by press and diet.
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Russia
Portsmouth
Tokio
Vote to Change Name Unites Fraternities in Milwaukee
At the closing session of the Associated Fraternities at the American congress, the plan to consolidate with the National Fraternal Congress was ratified. The new name proposed is International Fraternal Congress.
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Associated Fraternities
National Fraternal Congress
Milwaukee
el Papeeia Sl
International Fraternal Congress
Market Report From Chicago on Commodities and Livestock
Closing quotations show September wheats and corn slipping while oats fall. Union Stock Yards trade reports reveal cattle slow to lower with varied prices for good to prime, stockers, hogs down several dollars, sheep steady, and mixed heavy hogs around 6.20.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Union Stock Yards
Books for Indians Baptist meeting invites gifts to Talequah library
Members of the Baptist congregation are urged to bring or send books for the Cherokee academy library at Talequah Indian Territory. Donors should mark titles and place volumes on the table inside the door. Notify the pastor if unable to contribute. Meeting at 7 and 6 45 for couriers. A large Royal Chef exhibition hangs in Harry Paul’s cigar window drawing attention.
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Baptist
Cherokee Academy
Talequah
Indian Territory
Earriers
Royal Chef’ Company
Harry Paul
House for Sale in Corton Wood Shivet District
Property listing describes a six room house on a large lot. Details mention owner J. A. Guile and the Corton wood Shivet area. Exact size 654122 feet and sale terms not fully specified. Prompt indicates availability for purchase.
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J. A. Guile
Corton Wood
Plated Rogers Flatware Highlighted for Sale
A local ad announces a large assortment of Rogers plated flatware including Berwick pattern sugar spoons cream spoons and salad pieces in Berry and Tea colors. The items resemble solid silver and customers are urged to view before the selection is broken up.
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