Monument Unveiling Stirs Franco American Pride
Washington May 26 President and French representatives unveiled the statue of Marshal de Rochambeau, a joint Franco American tribute. French and American forces mixed cheers as Roosevelt welcomed the French delegation and praised the century long friendship and shared ideals of liberty and justice between nations. The ceremony featured prayers, speeches by General Brugere and Senator Lodge, music, and a final parade by both nations. The Rochambeau mission then traveled to Niagara Falls, with a horseback ride at the White House ending in rain and a drenched but cheerful group.
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Countess sues Gen Brooke in US district court for 250000
New York May 26 a suit has been entered in the United States district court by the Countess of Buena Vistas against Gen Brooke of the United States army for 250000. The countess alleges Brooke abrogated inherited rights to the prideges of conducting the Houge di Hayaha meat distribution and fixed charges collection. Chisiers Taine Phillippines May 26 The cholera toll rises with 619 deaths and 46 cases reported to date.
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Martinique eruption toll feared 30,000 dead
Reports from Fort de France and surrounding areas describe Mont Pelee erupting with lava and mud flows devastating towns including Basse Pointe. Dredge crews recovered 130 bodies, looting suspected among victims, while fissures widen and relief supplies face shortages amid dire finances. Meanwhile Kingstown and Chateau Belair report ash falls, mass exodus, floods, and multiple active craters. The U S census bureau lists county values in a separate note.
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Lightning Kills Two Children in Malone House
Malone New York May 26 The McCabe house three miles from Malone was struck by lightning killing two boys in bed upstairs. Mrs McCabe and an infant were badly shocked and did not recover for hours. Washington May 26 Mr Carol Norton says in a Columbia theater lecture that Christian Science has healed 2,000,000 cases in 35 years and more than 700 churches are flourishing.
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Emperor William to Race Meteor in Coronation Cup Regatta
London May 26 reports strong interest among yachtsmen as Emperor William plans to start his American-built schooner Meteor in the Heligo land to Dover race on July 14 for the Coronation Cup valued at 600 guineas. The entry signals royal support for a high profile nautical contest.
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Deadly Weather Rips Across States Leaving Casualties
Storms and tornadoes swept southern Wisconsin and western Minnesota causing widespread damage. Dozens injured near Freeburg while fires and ruined barns plagued Nebraska and Kansas. In Illinois, victims include Hart Union and Mrs Maxey Sims among others. Remains of Brig Gen Henry Leavenworth moved to Fort Leavenworth after disinterment in Delhi.
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Tornado Devastates Town Fronts Schools and Homes
A tornado struck the south side of the town destroying several store fronts and ripping a knitting mill area. It collapsed a school and two residences, killing Sallie Hart Annie Lawson Maxey Sims Vera Sims and injuring others. Property damage totals about 50 000 with multiple injuries reported. A separate thunderstorm in Chicago caused basement flooding and transit outages. News notes Fort Leavenworth memorials and reburial plans for General Leavenworth.
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Baseball results from Sunday across leagues and cities
Baseball scores from Sunday include National League games in Chicago Cincinnati and Milwaukee, with multiple games in Minneapolis Kansas City St Paul and Omaha and Western and Three League matchups in Rockford Cedar Rapids Rock Island Davenport and Des Moines. A separate item notes a German firm offering China $15.9 million annually for exclusive opium sales, with officials weighing revenue benefits.
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Pekin May 26 Rebellion in Chi Li Province Subdued
Pekin reports that the rebellion in Chi Li province has been practically subdued with authorities asserting control. Details on combatants and casualties are not provided in the fragment.
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Relapse Fatal to Lord Pauncefote
Washington May 26 Lord Pauncefote British ambassador to the United States died at the embassy Saturday morning. After a week of improvement he suddenly worsened Friday evening with breathing and heart trouble. Drs Jung Thayer and Osler attended, but he collapsed and died peacefully. Flags half mast marked the loss as tributes poured in from embassies and officials. Funeral plans call for noon service at St John’s Episcopal Church and a state funeral with military escort from Rock Creek cemetery.
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CURRENT EVENTS MIX OF GLOBAL AND U.S. NOTES
Disjointed clips cover events from South Africa and Canada to U.S. states. References include labor actions, antitrust law debate, a British steamer charter, an earthquake aftermath in Guatemala, Milwaukee population estimate, a jail lynching in Paris Missouri, and local crime. Names include James LY, Samuel Magon, Wilfru Laurer, and Abe Winthrop.
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