Royal Welcome for King Alfonso XIII in England Amid Rain
Alfonso XIII arrived in England under heavy rain as King Edward and the Mayors led elaborate ceremonies. The Spanish king wore a British general’s uniform and the Order of the Garter as British ships and a royal salute framed the welcome, while the Prince of Wales received him ashore.
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Alfonso XIII Arrives in London Amid Royal Welcome
A special train bearing the Spanish king arrives in London to a grand reception. King Edward greets Alfonso XIII at Buckingham Palace as rain curtails outdoor festivities but royal hospitality shines. Queen Alexandra, Princess Victoria, and the Prince of Wales receive the visitor with ceremonial splendor.
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Ocean Race Shapes Naval Craft and International Ties
The Atlantic yacht race funded by the Kaiser Cup is praised for advancing naval architecture and fostering American foreign yacht relations. Commodore Tod helped initiate the event with Sir Thomas Lipton, while Lord Brassey and Earl Crawford's participation signals sportsmanship. Entries include the Valhalla, Sunbeam, German contender, and multiple American racers such as the Atlantic, Endymion, Hildegarde, Thistle, Fleur de Lys, Ailsa, Apache, Utowana, and Uto-wana.
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New York Times
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Allison V. Armour
Germany
Russians to intern three warships in Manila harbor
The United States decides to intern the Russian vessels docked at Manila harbor rather than allow repairs in a U.S. port. Secretary Morton notes no request was made by Admiral Enquist, but the ships will stay interned for the war’s duration to prevent their seaworthiness.
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Special Excursion Rates to Colorado Utah and the Black Hills
Beginning June 1 excursion tickets will be sold to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Salt Lake City Hot Springs Deadwood Lead and Custer South Dakota with return to October 31 at 80d. A splendid opportunity for an enjoyable vacation trip with several fine trains via the Northwestern Line daily. Apply to agents Chicago and Northwestern Railway.
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Black Hills
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Chicago & Orthwestern Railway
Low excursion fares to Asbury Park and through sleeping cars
Low excursion fares from Asbury Park N J to return 21 35 valid for travel June 29 to July 2 with return by August 31 extension. Through sleeping cars to Asbury Park Baltimore and return 18 00 valid July 2 3 4 with extension. Stopovers at New York Philadelphia Baltimore Washington. The only line with through trains. Send for circulars to Haa se? N W T P A St Paul Minn B N Austin G P A Chicago.
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Very Low Excursion Rates to State Firemen's Tournament
Excursion tickets go on sale June 20 and 21 from the Chicago and Northwestern line for travel to Rice Lake Wisconsin for the state firemen's tournament. Return travel is limited to June 24. Apply at Northwestern agents.
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Excursion Tickets to Milwaukee On Northwestern Line
Excursion tickets to Milwaukee Wisconsin via the Northwestern Line will be sold June 16 to 22 inclusive with favorable return limits on account of the Biennial Meeting of Modern Woodmen. Apply to agents Chicago & United offices.
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Chicago & Northwestern Ry
Rivers Rise For Chippewa Eau Claire. Bridge Work Stopped
The Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers have risen rapidly to about fifteen feet above low water mark and keep rising though no danger is seen. Bridge work on the Eau Claire is halted. Logs released from broken booms flood near Chippewa Falls but will be trapped in the big dell reservoir. Rail lines face occasional washouts. the Duluth Limited now runs via North-Western.
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Peace prospects look poor as world expects continued war
London reports Roosevelt's talks with Takahira and other envoys hint at mediation but diplomats doubt peace. Russia is expected to keep fighting, with Paris Berlin and St Petersburg reporting no concrete peace or intervention. British authorities show no push for mediation, while Sir Thomas Barclay advocates terms including Manchuria, Korea, Port Arthur, and Vladivostok changes.
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Foreign Office
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France
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Associated Press
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China
Korea
Port Arthur
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Vladivosstok
Sakhalin
Ripon College Receives Bennett Fund Benefit
Ripon Wisconsin June 6 President R C Hughes announces the Bennett fund named Philo Sherman Bennett with $500 to Ripon College from the Bennett will estate. The will provides $10 000 to Mr Bryan to be shared by several colleges for aiding poor and deserving boys education.
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William J. Bryan
Wisconsin
R. C. Hughes
Ripon College
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Philo Sherman Bennett
Well Known Agriculturist Seth Fisher Dies in Wisconsin
Janesville, Wis., June 6. Seth Fisher, Rock county pioneer and Ohio native born Sept 21, 1824, died here yesterday. He built a log cabin in Center, Rock County in 1846 and was famed across the state as a prominent agricultural figure and early settler.
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Columbiana County
Ohio
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Center
Notable farmer and county leader passes away
A successful agriculturalist and breeder of livestock died leaving a 600 acre farm. He served as chairman of the county board of supervisors for years, served in the state legislature, and was elected vice president of the State Agricultural Society. Gran A. Fisher, Abel J. Fisher, Jennie Fischer, and Mrs. Ann Norris of Chicago are his children.
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