Astor Faces Ostracism as He Plans to Leave England
The American millionaire John Jacob Astor is practically shunned by English society. He faces expulsion threats from Marlborough club members over his alliance with Sir Berkeley Milne, plans to quit England for a year or possibly permanently, and was not invited to the queen's garden party. His social standing erodes while royalty and officials weigh his status and future options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Berkeley
Marlborough
Astor
Berkeley
Organic
Batlon
Bernavy Milse
Asor
Prince of Wales
Gust
Clivenden
Thames
Amy
Alraidy
Berketer Milne
Casualties in the Ninth Infantry Reported by MacArthur
The Ninth Infantry at Tianjin China with casualties listed by General MacArthur. Names include Emerson H. Lisdum George Buckley Richard Slater and many others with a long roll of killed wounded and missing. Missing Myron Miller and others noted with several names repeated or garbled from OCR.
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Washington
Apgust
Ninth Infantry
Tien Twin
China
MacArthur
Emerson H. Lisdum
Jobs A. Potter
George H. Buckley
Richard J. Slater
John McPartland
Rothfried Svenson
Barney Canyon
Idha H. Porter
Oscar GO. Gisen
Johan D. Dehr
Axel Skogaberg
James B. Taylor
Qasperchwertle
William P. Mucyhy
Joseph Rran
William Gilbert
Joseph McMalon
Pateiek J. Murphy
Frank Leonard
Corral
Gustevya Bartr
David A. Murphy
I. R. Murphy
Francia J. Magee
Praderick
B. Schoecsraf
Eiwarl Wright
Arthur Ables
Orin
Westen
David
Haurnmans
Harry A. Norton
John P. Dimeod
Stephen Oden
Corporel
Thones H. Curren
Dennis Morarity
Loda B. King
Pallip Wabing
W.F. Coleman
William L. Partland
Wiley Borkhant
Albert Juhl
Jacob J. Mengel
Gerhart Heckerman
George A. Hoar
Andrew Haden
Jeosve Westenvelt
Joule Ye Jene P. Muwconey
Charlon P. Nelly
Richardson
David H. Morris
Myron C. Miller
James J. O'Neill
Salson's History Exposes Soldier Turned Assassin Plot
The inquiry clears Francois Salfon as a soldier of merit in the French army and details his later admission that he plotted to shoot former President Raymond Poincaré. The narrative describes Salfon's career shift after his father's death and his claim of an attempted assassination during Perier's daily walks, with the pistol misfiring and the assailant spared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Francois Safon
Ehiah
Persia
Saleon
Balcon
Mae Nm
Mir-Erjer
Ceeuimir-Perier
Snannon
Ines Agalget
Spanish Premier plans conference on archists suppression
Madrid dispatch reports Prime Minister Secor Silvela intends to push an international conference to suppress archists and notes Spain will apply the laws to this end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Secor Silvela
Two Penny Tube Transforms London Commuting
Londoners taste rapid transit as the Central London Electric Underground, dubbed the two penny tube, cuts travel from five or six miles to minutes. An American engineer notes electric railways can ease crowds, with ornate cars and underground routes easing commutes for theatergoers and workers alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ion New
London Central
Berlin BetepsA German Expedition Arrives for Three Year Excavations
The American officer colonel announces the expedition led by retired Punchstein has reached the excavation site in Berlin. Work will span three years as the staff studies the general staff and military training programs at Meron College. Prominent figures like Waldert Astor and Buschmaster Saura are noted among attendees.
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Germany
Berlin
Ret
Punchstein
William Waldert Astor Ban
Maumburg
Buschmaster Saura
Tadem
Wodey
Byurlo
New York
Qwer
Guneral Etall
Meron College
United States
War College
Gorse
King Went Slumming in London During Royal Visit
King Knobert of Mary travels incognito through London with Scotland Yard details. He visited anarchist haunts, viewed a provocative anti establishment painting, and met with researchers amid reports the instigator of his assassination plot remains unknown. A London Italian editor observed the king’s guide bearing a resemblance to the Italian monarch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Scotland Yard
Bread
King Knobert
Mary
United States
Jg Paterson
N. J. King Hisabett
Lio
Wlo
Italy
King’s Evil Touches Royal Kin Amid Cancer Rumors
A London bulletin reports Prince Kupreas Frederick, a royal family member, afflicted with cancer. The king’s era and court circle debate the queen’s health and royal lineage while speculation runs about medical hopes and travels between Friedrichshof and England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kupreas Frederick
London
George II
Hanover
Saxe Coburg and
Gotha
Démaisantoy
Berlin
Tess Frederick
Friedrichthof
Hamburg
England
Queen Victoria
Untrustworthy Haps Between Humbert and Mareberits Reported
London August 1. A report of unhappy times between the late King Humbert and Queen Mareberits, described as paid to add bitterness to the queen's grief, may be sold as widely untrustworthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Humbert
Mareberits
China and Germany face tense exchange amid Asian war moves
Reports from Pekin to Tien Thin describe Chinese and German actions as boxes near Tien Thin intensify. British and Japanese forces align with a Chinese viceroy amid Emperor William's warnings. General Westew’s dispatch is anticipated as German and British troops advance toward Vekin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caloesa
Pekin
Tlot
Tete
Cannanbank
Tien Thin
Peteraburz
Hariox & Accré
William
Germany
China
War Department
Will
Wisttew
Galveston Streetcar Case Upheld by Federal Court
Fragmented report notes the Galveston streetcar system case against C. B. Hatrickinw affirmed by the Federal court. Mentions a tomb eluding Kingsbury murder scene at Waco and a wreck near Beaumont injuring a brate ip. Also references legal motions, public domain debates, wells production at Corsicana, river project near Brazos to Galveston, and steno staff controversy with the Texas Stenographers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
C. B. Hatrickinw
Folera
Kingsbury
Waco
Heaumont
Hrijence
Mt Palestine
Robinson
Wheo Jodie
Ludotsa Tha Gourd
Kendall
Breanood Stevenson Meeting in Indianapolis Nears Completion
A fragmented report notes preparations for a Breanood Stevenson notification meeting in Indianapolis with Alabama Democrats viewed as likely to carry most state electors. A speech by Hon Adini Stevenson is mentioned amid formal documents and withdrawls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sune
A. Tawne
Sare
Iante m
Alabama
Mcoday
Adini
Stevenson
Hivomington
Itl
Breanood Steveniopa
Indianapolis
Empress Frederick and London Rail Ties Shape Era
Readings note a rapid growth in London’s flat time railway history as elites including Empress Frederick influence industrial talks. Talk centers on a possible import duty on coal to keep it from export, with William Waldorf Astor described as effectively without a country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empress Frederick
Victoria
Londontow
England
William Waldorf Astor
Severs Witnesses Examined in Galeb Powers Case
Witnesses were examined in the Galeb Powers case but no substantive evidence was presented. Reported incidents include multiple deaths in Tompa, Florida, though details remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tompa
Fla
Market notes show minor price dips across futures
The report notes lower prices in American markets with futures down. New York and New Orleans coffee futures slipped with limited deal activity in bonds and other securities. Chicago board of trade activity remained largely stagnant with no major deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Orleans
Arbuckle
Chicago Board of Trade
Rate War Rises Between Rail Lines Over Machinery
A brief note indicates new freight rates emerge amid competition among Houston and Texas Central and International and Great Northern railways. The change concerns mill machinery shipments and related charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houwaston
Texas Central
International
Great Northern
Rome Reconciles as Queen Salutes King in Public
A long standing estrangement at Rotman Society ends after the king is publicly honored in Rome. Queen Margherita rises to salute the monarch as the crowd observes the reconciliation and vows that Rome will recognize the gesture as right.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margherita
Rome
Americans in London face hotel thefts and thieves
The article notes American guests in London hotels, including Mrs. W. W. Farr and Mrs. Coleman of Philadelphia, being robbed of jewelry. Police and authorities are pursuing the thieves. one case leads to a bond posted to await prosecution. American yachts and notable figures like Sir Thomas Lipton are visiting Cowes, with tensions over security and finances affecting travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Norway
Waters
Cowes
Morma
Alfre
Goelet
Augelie Higgins
W. W. Farr
Mira Coleman
Philadelphia
Walsingham
United Sini
England
Hawley Campaign Announces Committee Membership
Feuuter Burns states Hawley supporters will back Mr. Green in the battle. Chairman Terrell reveals the Hawley campaign committee membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abie Burgess
Gopaties
Feuuter Burns
Hawley
Mr. Green
Terrell
Hawley Campaign
Local Notes From Houston and Surroundings
July records show eighty two deaths in Houston with a 14.05 rate. The Knights of the Maccabees won a banner as the largest in the state. The Lyceum work for July is reported. Rev 8B F Riley becomes pastor at First Baptist church. Trinity of Houston to host a meeting today. Rev W M Leavell to preach on One Aided Religion. The aged home nears completion and Faith Home prospects improve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Knights of the Macabbees
Lyceum
F. Riley
Trallace of
W. HM. Leavell
Vague World War II Era Rally Report From Sussex Plain
A fragment describes thousands of cyclists in northern Sussex aiming to impede an invading army and gather near London for a defensive stand. It mentions Dritieh forces and broad mobilization from towns across the kingdom gathering at Savary Plain and Alderstock, with the purpose of delaying enemy advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sussex
London
Alderatot
England's Coal Supply Faces Export Duty Debate
London reports a century old coal supply concern with calls to lift export duties amid rising prices. Observers note continental buyers shift to the United States while prospects of a general export tax on coal remain unlikely. A Welsh colliery owner argues American bituminous coal can be cheaper in the Mediterranean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
Ibbay
Mente
United States
Mediterranean
Gale disrupts shipping with wrecks along Welsh coast
A damaging gale along the Hugiteh Channel disrupted channel traffic with wrecks of coasters and pleasure craft strewn along the Welsh coast. The racing yacht Coveair sank after a collision with a steamship, and the steamboat Delivered to be the Baby Queen was sunk near Lapwo Crops. telegraph wires across Great Britain were knocked down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugiteh
Lorder
Coveair
Great Britain
Imperialism in Exglaiwd Reported Across Incomplete Words
August 11 dispatch notes ongoing debate on imperialism with fragmented phrases and missing details. The brief text references Great Britain and other powers in a global political context, but the garbled OCR limits clear facts or outcomes.
English press views on American politics and the election
The piece notes English readers follow American political debate with interest while lamenting that English radicals lack a strong anti imperial rallying cry. It cites editors in London weighing U.S. campaign developments and the parallel stance of English speaking peoples in elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thore
Labourchere
Odon
Rooma
United States
Events Touch Every Note in Paris as World Affairs Darken
Paris affected by a week of dramatic events including the assassination of King Humbert of Italy, Africa’s victory over Rabab, and anxiety over French ministers in Pekin. Reports describe public sorrow for Humbert, cautious optimism about ministers, and foreign reactions from Italy and Persia.
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Associated Press
Paris
Italy
Africa
Rabab
France
Poltin
M. Pichon
China
Agdasavialion
Humber Wis
Thia
Lathia
Han
Persia
Humbert
Sormanevs
Benoit
Shah
Baleon
Pariplans
French Arma
Rebah
Lake Tehad
Hat
Zoobel Pasha
B. Lefrance
Society For the Promotion of Kindneas
Washington
McKinley
Heazar
William
Prince of Wales changes funeral travel route in Coburg visit
The Prince of Wales altered his travel route to Coburg at the last moment to attend his brother the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha's funeral. He avoided the planned path and went via Oberhadés instead of Colosme as announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Prince of Wales
Coburg
Duke of
Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
Oberhades
Colosme
Lord Dunraven Returns Home With Maritime Book
Lord Dunraven arrives in London after a furlough from the front. His new navigation work has been accepted in Berland and hailed as a notable contribution to practical maritime progress in recent years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Donraven
London
Lord Dunraven
Fouth
Berland
Balfour Speech Cites Resource Use in Cambridge
In a Cambridge university gathering, A. J. Balfour discusses English resource use and broader public conduct. The remarks frame fiscal and material restraint as essential for the nation amid wartime pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
A. J. Balfour
Cambridge University
Stevenson Speech Highlights Duty of Citizens and Conservatism
Hon A E Stevenson arrives in Bloomington New Jersey to praise republican virtues and warn that future dangers stem from widening wealth gaps and social unrest. Judge Weldon lauds Stevenson as the crowd gathers near the Union Station and Franklin Square. The speaker urges sustained love of country, reverence for law and government, and respected memory of the Republic’s builders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
A. E. Stevenson
Union Station
Franklin A Square
Stevenson
Lawrence Weldon
Bravenson
Stavenson
Lund
Democrats Poised to Increase Lead in Alabama Election
In Birmingham on August 4 the state campaign ends with the Democratic ticket led by Governor candidate W. J. Bamford expected to win by a larger majority. Analysts note no real opposition in many counties and predict a strong, possibly decisive, Democratic sweep statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
W. J. Bamford
Aguioly
Gampalen
Jefferson
Smith
Cem- Palen Committee
Tendebt
Conway
Republican Campaign Committee
Towne's Course Withdrawn From Populist Ticket
Towne of Duluth announces he will issue a formal campaign document in a few days and withdraw from the populist ticket. He notes no campaign issues will be discussed beyond portraying Portallim as paramount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sala
St. Baul
C. A. Towne
Duluth
Bryan Notification Arrangements Progress in Indianapolis
Indianapolis August 4 The Bryan notification setting is nearly complete. Mr Bryan and party arrive Tuesday at 6 20 pm and the Wednesday meeting will last about four hours in Military Park with banners water and refreshment stands. Night meetings will feature Messrs Bryan Abilene and others. Tomlinson Hall seats 5000 for the event and will be decorated for the occasion. Bryan and Stevenson parties depart Thursday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Bryan
Military Park
Bry Ab
Aleveneon
Jamen D. Richardson
Tennessee
Mr. Stevenson
Thomas
Coo- Fado
Stevenson
Tomlinson Hall
Bryan and Stevenson
Cawthon Clothiers Hatters Address Listed
A local business listing shows K. H. Cawthon and company Clothiers Hatters located at 64 Malo Street, with related shop details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. H. Cawthon
Ah Clothlera
Hatters, Aaa
Malo St
Wader
Texas pensions announced for state officials and widows
Texas pensions listed with names like R. E. Roberts Hill County and J. M. Quillin, plus widows such as Lou Hayden of Fort Worth. The memo details appointments and payments including amounts like 6, 8, and 19 dollars for various original and renewal cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
James Mi Orange
James Odle
Paradise
Alexander C. McKesver
Marin V. Horn
Lou Hayden
Fort Wort
Casualties Listed From Various Infantry Units
Washington dispatch lists July and August casualty notes for multiple units. Names include Ira N. Stanley and Gottlieb D. Bed head with wounds described as slight or chest injuries. Other entries cite Elils O. Kindred Cheer and Frank J. ne Alleht among soldiers with minor wounds or fractures.
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Washington
Bhur
Follom
Manila
Tleth Infantry
Elils O
Portleth
Ira N. Stanley
Woundel
Herey Bachest
Wright
Fanity
Gotlieb D
Bedhead
Slight
Frank J. Ne Alleht
Otto M. Utz
Elbow
Thomae
Derick B. Conlin
Saura
Marek
Ty-Third Infantry
Charles
Dr Hathaway invites all visitors for free diagnosis and advice
Dr Hathaway invites all Wiattors and vacationers passing through the city to visit his office for free diagnosis and advice. He claims twenty years of practice and offers to treat chronic diseases including venereal and nervous disorders without cost. He lists many ailments and promises cures at 208 B Alamo Pins.
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Casualtins
Tieo Tein
Salson
Rapid Transit
Beteps
Willie
His Papa
Reye
Papa
Teddy
wGbi
Commiencial
Thievey
W. K.vande
Die
Wurope
Aix
Polituich
SPORT
Sharkey Save
Rub
Harris Havesueil
Terry McGovern
Ethelbert
Imp
Bidtory Sicag
Leadon
Heb
Princs
Mr.stevenson
Republic
Towne
Mr. Towns
Ted
Glens Falls
N. Y
Hawes
Cawthons
Texas Matera
Texastars
R. E. Roberts
Bam
Hill County
J. F. Elened
J.B. Kakely
Jessie
Hull
J M. Quillin
DR. Hathaway
Fia
J. Newton
Bhathawsy i
Alamo Pins
Tan
J. Newton Hathaway
South
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