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Newspaper
Lloyds Weekly News
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Jun 21, 1903
Page
5
Reuters reports a check to the force chasing the bix Sultan of toxoto. A fight near Bokuto province's eastern border caused four British soldiers to die, one white officer killed, and a white NCO severely wounded. Full details are scarce.
Advices from Tangier report Mr Harris, the Times correspondent, taken prisoner by mountaineers at Zeeuat the Raisuli bandit capital. Government troops attacked the area, burning farms as Harris observed and fled before being captured and handed to Baisuli by Dar Romana. The Russian Official Messenger notes the Petersborg envoy’s expulsion followed formalities and a three day delay granted for personal affairs.
Washington officials report the United States will send a European squadron to England for a gala visit in the summer. The fleet is expected to attend the Spithead review marking a major Anglo American naval event.
A Berlin telegram describes a sensational poison case in the Kaasian frontier village of Riblau. Innkeeper Frau Pravgodha was arrested after serving poison to her husband at dinner. Authorities found arsenic on her, and the graves of four former husbands were exhumed revealing possible poisoning on the grounds nearby.
The National Assembly unanimously elected Prince Peter Kasageorgievics king in Belgrade. He accepted from Geneva sending a telegram to the Skupshtina and the new king issued a manifesto pledging protection for the people and promising liberties. Te Deum was held in Belgrade with church and army attendance. The dispatch notes the assassination aftermath and praise for the army. The report also covers reactions from Russia and a Belgrade tragedy linking Colonel Maschin to the royal murder.
The Servian king vows to punish the killers as Francis Joseph pledges sympathy and a peaceful reign. The Provisional Government plans a formal reception for diplomats at the railway station. Reporters tour the Konak where dynamite damaged the royal ante-chambers reveal grim traces of the tragedy.
Shamrock III, in tow of Sir Thomas Lipton’s Erin, arrived in New York after a 3644 mile voyage in 15 days 23 hours. Lipton and designer Mr. Fite left Liverpool aboard the Oceanic en route to the August Cup challenge. The crew exchanged messages with the king of England and an issue in a prior race saw Reliance suffer a topmast break that altered the competition. Sharrock narrowly escaped a dry dock accident in Erie basin as water was pumped out.
The Khedive reached Vienna early Thursday morning after a voyage from Constantinople. He is expected to meet Austrian officials and discuss ongoing affairs with the Ottoman Empire.
Abbe Larkin led 19 Benedictine monks and 73 pupils who arrived from France after expulsion under French law. At the station they were greeted by Roman Catholic clergy and laity including the Bishops of Southwark and Plymouth. An illuminated address welcomed the party, with plans to resume work at Woolhampton College near Cirencester provided by Mr. Cahill.
Edward Pigzin trading as Fowler and Piggin of Mare street Hackney faced North London police court for selling linen collars described as pure linen but made of cotton and onions receiving a fine of 40 shillings and 3 33 pounds costs. Roberts Abbott of Borough High street were fined 15 shillings with 9 pounds 9 pence costs at Southwark police court for similar misdescription. Fair barns and Co of Gid Kent road were fined 21 shillings with 5 pounds 3 pence costs for a like offence.
Friday an inquiry into the death of Dr Isobel Sara Bryson M B Lond assistant medical officer at Havil Street infirmary Camberwell heard that she cut her finger during a post mortem on the 4th inst Blood poisoning followed and despite anesthesia and surgery she died on Monday The jury returned a verdict of death from misadventure. Also noted are advertisements for piles cures.
A cloud burst devastated Heppner Oregon on Sunday with up to 500 deaths reported. By Tuesday over 200 bodies were recovered and wreckage lined two miles along the gulch. A flood 20 feet deep swept through the town carrying boulders and destroying bridges and rail lines.
A mid day collision at King s Cross on the Metropolitan line injures over a score of people with broken limbs and other wounds. An Inner Circle train collided with a Great Western train causing telescoping carriages and extensive damage but no fatalities. Medical teams arrived quickly and rescue efforts continued as towns below flooded warning of further danger.
Fire devastated the Balfour block in Winnipeg owned by the British Premier with damage estimated at 80000 dollars. A Budapest telegram says Count Stefan Tisza was entrusted by the Austrian Emperor to form a cabinet. A thunderbolt killed five peasants and a dog near Lake Como. Nigeria plans a 27 mile light railway from Sapelli to Benin City. German Reichstag results show Socialists sweeping 57 seats. Kapuri the elephant dies in India at 78. Scorpion sank off George's Shoal with 15 crew saved. Prince Wilhelm of Wied injured in Berlin maneuvers when horse bolted and rider dragged. Various notices include Kishineff commentary and an anarchist library sale in London. A Belgian steamer Rubens sank. 6 sailors lost. London rail accident injures many. inquiry ordered into collision.
Historic ad copy proclaims permanent hair removal with testimonials and certificates. It lists an address in London for Mrs. BSVII.8, 9, Xumugtaucauss Way, and uses promotional language about guaranteed results and professional endorsements.
Wandsworth and Clapham guardians report an official inquiry ordered by the Local Government Board on the 10th of March into the death of a lunatic patient at Battersea Infirmary from fractured ribs. At the coroner's inquest two months ago the jury found injuries were inflicted by an attendant, though the attendant’s identity was not disclosed. Dr Freyberger suggested the patient was knocked backwards in bed by a chest blow delivered with two fists.
An advertisement touts Clarke's Blood Mixture as a universal remedy for all skin and blood diseases caused by impure blood. It claims a 30-year reputation and that the Blood Purifier and Restorer eases symptoms and cures permanently.
A historical advertisement touts Clark Hs Blood Mixture as a safe permanent remedy to cleanse blood impurities. It claims effectiveness for scrofula scurvy ulcers skin diseases gout and other ailments with a pleasant taste and no harmful ingredients. It cites numerous cures and invites trials across ages and genders.
A former police sergeant recounts years of ulcers and eruptions, credits Clarke's Blood Mixture with complete recovery after one bottle, and notes friends also improved. he urges others to try the remedy and offers to prove his claims.
A 1903 letter from C G Edwards of Datimer road Godalming describes recovery after a two year illness from a wound in the South African War. He credits Clarke's Blood Mixture, used four bottles, with restoring health and ability to work. His wife can verify the account.
An advertisement touts Clarke's Blood Mixture as cleansing blood of impurities and curing conditions such as eczema and rheumatism. It claims effectiveness for long-standing cases and lists pricing and availability through chemists, patent medicine vendors, or mail order from Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug Company.
Advertises Clarke's Blood Mixture and warns readers to beware of inferior imitations and substitutes. The notice urges consumers to seek authentic preparations and avoid counterfeit products, highlighting the product's claims and potential risks of fake versions.
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