Hague Conference Outlook Favors Doubtful Results
London reports pessimism over The Hague talks with optimism from Mr Choate for possible useful work. American and British delegates may be cautious, aiming to revise humane law and ensure immunity from seizure at sea, while experts consider broader diplomatic move amid pending peace conference links. Ottawa notes fisheries missions and specimen collections for provincial museums. Washington reports US China debt settlement possible with 27 million dollars. Newfoundland pitches arbitration on fisheries under British policy. London Commons discusses reception of children from pauper homes and Newfoundland’s arbitration push against Britain.
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Chinamen Entering Canada Through Vaz Yer Tax Change Noted
Ottawa reports last month 66 Chinese entered Canada via Vaz Yer paying 500 dollars or a 3 dollar fee to become residents. Four exempt merchants or returning Chinese also arrived, forming a larger cohort after Parliament raised the tax from NAF to 500 dollars a year ago. Since then arrivals have steadily increased.
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China
Railroads cooperation urged to regulate interstate commerce
Rail airman Knapp of the Interstate Commerce Commission predicts peace in the railroad world as cooperation grows to enforce prudent interstate commerce measures. He foresees capital available for extensions and traffic growth, and a strengthened rail country alliance. He argues worsening views prompt stronger conscience and regulatory action.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Railroad World
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Chicago & Alton
Finding in Favor of Strikers at The Aroitrmuen Mission
A commission report chaired by Archbishop Bruches finds in favor of the strikers, recommending they receive the demanded wage of two cents per hour for work through the current period while the men decide whether to accept the offer. The commission notes no decisive ruling on the matter.
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Riot aftermath at Japanese restaurant prompts federal suit risk
Attorney Devlin cites a letter from Attorney General Bons Parte regarding the riot and damage to a Japanese restaurant. He says he will assist the Japanese owners and city authorities if a case proceeds to federal court.
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San Francis Vmten
Devlin
Bons Parte
New Gunboat Don Juan De Austria Near Great Lakes Transfer
The Don Juan de Austria, a 1290 ton warship with 14 inch calibre guns, lies in New Hampshire waters as the state department seeks to place it with the naval militia on the Great Lakes. Expedited transfer faces delays due to diplomatic steps required for Britain’s consent, making autumn the earliest possible arrival.
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Don Juan de Austria
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Great Lakes
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Dreadnought Bids Opened for U S Navy Battleships
Bids were opened at the navy department for two new dreadnought battleships Nos. 2 and 29 of about 20 000 tons each. Estimated cost for each ship is 10 million dollars.
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U. S. Navy
Washington
Navy Department
Count Tolstoy Recovers from Influenza in Russia
Count Tolstoy, aged, has recovered from influenza that caused serious concern. He remains confined to his home at Yasnaya Polyana but has resumed his literary labors.
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Yasnaya, Pellana
Russia
Count Tolstoid
The Sunday School Lesson on Redemption and Manna
The text links the wilderness journey to the believer’s life after redemption. It cites scripture from Exodus, John, and Romans to show rest in Christ, Moses and manna as types, and the need to trust God daily. It notes Marah’s bitterness, the bread from heaven, and the Sabbath as tests of faith.
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Seventy Five Mutineers Shot in St Petersburg and Kiev
A mutiny of sapper troops in St Petersburg and Kiev ended after a bloody engagement with local forces. About seventy were killed or wounded as mutineers attempted to seize rifles and fell back only after officers tried to suppress the revolt. The revolt aligned with a political strike targeting railways telegraphs and mails.
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Kiev
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Akuloff
Bell Ortowa inquiry undecided on Winninee outcome
The Bell Ottawa inquiry lingers over whether to pursue Winninee related findings. Evidence from Mr Sheales on telephones and data gathering in Manitoba and western states prompts calls for further testimony to aid the commission before a decision. The Nimrod sails to Shackleton voyage and is renamed Endurance.
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Sheales
Endeatak
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Wtem
Bell and Intendent Commanies
Winnipee
Union Debate Between Canadian Church and Primitive Methodists
A Primitive Methodist conference addressed the topic of union with Canadian churches. The discussion focused on aligning practices and doctrines with the Canadian church bodies and potential implications for mission and fellowship.
London postmaster general reopens talks on parcel rate scheme
Col Lamb refutes an earlier Scottish press report that Salvation Army emigrants caused wage cuts in Canada while London officials resume negotiations with Canada Australia and South Africa on uniform parcel conveyance rates.
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Shahs Jewels And Persian Crown Pieces Revealed
The Shah of Persia reportedly possessed astonishing jewels valued around 10 million with unrivalled diamonds and a crown ruby noted for its immense size. A belt studded with diamonds and a diamond covered sword scabbard add to the regal collection with prices in the high thousands to millions. An amber block of 0 cubic inches, claimed from Mohammed’s era, is cited as a remarkable feature.
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Persia
Mohammed
New York Tribune
Canada and Australia Pacific trade talk sparks cross empire links
Mr Abras discusses federation and expanded shipping between Canada and Australia. He notes faster passenger travel, CPR Pacific trade boosting East connections, and lower alien tax shifts favoring Canadians and Mexicans, while stressing potential benefits to the imperial economy and Pacific routes.
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Lecal Shipping
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Canada
Newcastle
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England
Pacific
Australia
Cedan
United States
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C.P.R
China
Japan
CPR
Newfoundland and Canadian Union Debates Abound
Sir Robert Bond defended Newfoundland interests amid calls for closer ties with Canada. He warned against misreporting and urged practical union for lasting welfare, cautioning that fisheries policies could erode colonial authority if mishandled. The conference faced sharp expressions amid broader regional concerns.
Indians Working Ring on Pine Ridge Reserve
The report notes more Indians employed around Pine Ridge in the year, focusing on cultivating corn and potatoes and improving cattle and horse stock. It emphasizes a shift toward better quality horses and increased work along the railway to supply the agency, with Indian owners driving many of the transport teams.
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Thailway
Gordon
Weekly Wheat Market Review and World Prices 1907
The report notes wheat market fluctuations from June 13 to June 20 1907 with observed recoveries and declines. It cites weather and crop conditions in Texas Oklahoma Kansas and Europe, explains visible supply rising, and mentions futures and cash demand amid large world supplies and ongoing harvest activity. It also covers shipping, ports, and a long side note on a walking wager case involving Laurent and travels to Morocco and Tasmania with dates and routes.
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