Castro Accepts German Claims in Probable Peace Move
President Castro of Venezuela handed a written acceptance of part of Germany and Britain's claims to the German minister in Caracas, delaying a joint ultimatum and broadening chances for a peaceful settlement. Britain’s demands may be met, while German naval forces proceed toward the West Indies with Commodore Schecter in command.
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Venezuela
Caracas
Germany
Great Britain
von Richthofen
Lord Lansdowne
United States
Amazon
Ariadne
Niobe
Khiel
West Indies
Azores
St. Thomas
Schecter
Ent
State Department backs neutral Bowen stance on Orinoco blockade
Washington reports the State Department is satisfied with Minister Bowen's neutral position regarding Venezuela's blockade of the Orinoco River. It notes Bowen has not committed to recognizing the blockade nor refused to acknowledge it and sees no impact on American commerce with U S vessels sailing under the Venezuelan flag subject to local laws.
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State Department
Bowen
Orinoco River
United States
Orinoco
Revolutionists Driven from Barcelona by Government Troops
Minister Bowen at Caracas reports to the State Department that yesterday revolutionists were driven from Barcelona, which is now occupied by government troops.
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Washington
Bowen
Caracas
State Department
Barcelona
Dominican government declines arbitration over four and a half million dispute
Santo Domingo informed United States Minister Powell it could not submit the disagreement with the Improvement Company to international arbitration. The issue concerns payment of 4,500,000 by the government to the American firm.
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Santo Domingo
United States
Powell
Improvement Company
Defends the Passionists in Paris dispute
A Paris correspondent for the Times notes that the Passionist Fathers on Avenue Hoche face an unjustified move to deny them authorization as a religious order. The chapel serves many English and American Catholics and has not taught, funded schools, or entangled in politics. The piece questions France's hospitality and mentions involvement of the British and U.S. ambassadors in Paris.
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ONDON
Paris Corresond
al Times
Avenue Hoche
France
United States
Paris
Germany may admit Jesuits back to the Reich
Breslau Anzeiger reports the Reichstag will push a resolution to repeal the ban on Jesuits returning to Germany and the Bundesrath is expected to consent, aided by a clerical compact with the Centre Party. The Centre Party has long pressed for repeal, while the Bundesrath resisted. The issue stirs political and religious tensions amid the Polish question influence.
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Breslau Anzeiger
Reichstag
Germany
Bundesrath
Centre Party
A Prince's Discretion Threatens Montenegrin Succession
Vienna reports Prince Mirko of Montenegro faced a possible bid for the Servian throne if King Alexander dies without an heir. A past love letters affair surfaced after his July marriage to Natalie Constantinovitch, with copies sold to the Servian government by a Servian adjutant. Publication of the letters could jeopardize Mirko's ambitions.
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Montenegro
Alexander
Natalie Constantinovitch
Servia
Evacuation Plans for Shanghai Hit by New Delays
A London dispatch reports British German and French commanders disagree on Shanghai evacuation dates. The British order a Dec 20 departure while French and German troops push for February. Paris says simultaneous evacuation remains impossible and dates vary by transport availability.
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Shanghai
Times
Associated Press
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Foreign Office
British Minister Satow Meets Nan-King Viceroy
The Times Shanghai correspondent reports Sir Ernest Satow’s visit to the Nan-King Viceroy who voiced deep concern over China’s finances. The indemnity payments rise as silver value declines, worsening fiscal strain.
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London
Shanghai
the Times
China
Ernest Satow
King Edward’s coronation dispatch to Japan published
The Times Tokyo correspondent reports a dispatch from Britain’s Minister to Japan praising the coronation celebration and favorable Japanese press comments. The Emperor has ordered the dispatch published nationwide.
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Tokio
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Times
Edward
Japan's Cabinet to Seek Compromise Amid Political Turmoil
London dispatch reports Marquis Ito and Marquis Yamagata work on a compromise to avoid Cabinet resignation as Japan's political situation remains unsettled.
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NEW York Times
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Pokio
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Times
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Russia and Montenegro pledge indissoluble bonds
The Times Vienna correspondent reports Prince Nicholas of Montenegro receiving the new Russian Minister and declaring Russia and Montenegro are united by indissoluble bonds. He calls Russia the guardian and protector and Montenegro ready for all sacrifices in defense of the Slav world.
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Vienna
The
Times
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Montenegro
Theatter
Russia
Russia forms central bureau to control mercantile marine
London dispatch reports a central department established to oversee Russia’s commercial fleet. Grand Duke Alexander Michailovitch, commander of the battleship Rostislav, named chief of the new bureau. The move signals Russia’s intent to regulate and extend its maritime interests.
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Hii BO
The
Times
Alexander Michailovitch
Rostislav
Russia
Cabinet resigns after election defeats in Athens
Owing to the adverse result of the general election several ministers failed to be reelected and the entire Cabinet has resigned.
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Athens
Leniency Report On Boer Martial Law Sentences
London reports the Royal Commission sent to South Africa has pardoned or reduced sentences in 119 prisoner cases and made large cuts in others out of 794 martial law sentences. The commissions actions ease terms for many convicted Boers and signal broad clemency.
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Royal Commission
South Africa
Rae
Carnegie to Sail If Convalescence Continues
London December 1 reports Andrew Carnegie expects to sail for New York on the ocean liner Wednesday if his recovery proceeds without interruption.
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London
Andrew Carnegie
New York
Kensington Freehold Auction Sells 82 Acres
In London an auction sold 82 acres of Kensington property for 2 825 000 dollars. The estate includes 1 450 residences shops and hotels with rents from 40 to 8000 dollars yearly. Bids opened at 2 500 000 and rose in 50 000 steps, finishing quickly. Purchaser’s name not disclosed.
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Kensington
White Star Oceanic to Carry Notables on Voyage
The Oceanic sailing from Liverpool to New York on Wednesday will include notable passengers Countess of Antrim Viscount Dunluce and Lord Melgund among its travelers signaling a prominent cross Atlantic crossing on the White Star liner.
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Oceanic
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New York
Countess of Antrim
Viscount Dunluce
Lord Melgund
Nickel Corporation Deal Successful In London Merger
The absorption of Nickel Corporation by International Nickel Corporation is near complete. By Dec 1 93 percent of British shareholders had accepted the offer for the American company merger.
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Nickel Corporation
London
International Nickel Corporation
International Mercantile Marine payments ease in London market
The Times reports yesterday’s IMMs payments about £5 million caused only a moderate impact on the London money market. Morgans processed payments at their offices for about 300 White Star and Dominion Line shareholders by check, with no gold imports and no bonds yet delivered for several days.
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International Mercantile Marine Company
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White Star
Dominion Lines
Baron Lambermont Named Arbitrator in Waima Dispute
The Times reports Baron Lambermont, Belgian Minister of State, has been chosen to arbitrate the Waima incident and related Sergent Malamine gunboat dispute between Britain and France. Britain and France presented gifts to honor him after his pivotal role in the negotiations.
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Great Britain
Reichstag Majority Faces Obstruction In German Parliament
Berlin correspondent for The Times reports the Social Democrats provoke disorder in the Reichstag while the majority seeks a compromise on rules. The fear of Socialist power drives a parliamentary coup over tariff reform, jeopardizing constitutional protections.
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Reichstag
National Zeitung
Brooklyn Turn Verein Fair Opens With German American Honor
Randolph Guggenheimer attended the Brooklyn Eastern District Turn Verein fair at Bushwick and Gates Avenues where Lieut. Gov. Woodruff opened the event. Col. S. K. Saenger introduced him as he praised German American efforts to build a gymnasium and improve physical and intellectual standards for Brooklyn youth.
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Gates Avenues
Woodruff
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Col. S. K. Saenger
Republic
Rugs on Sale High Grade Anatolian and Persian Pieces
Fifth Floor display of Oriental and Domestic Rugs offers deep discounts on antique Anatolian mats Persian rugs and Kazak pieces. Highlights include Kirman carpets Silk and wool textures with sizes from small mats to 9x12 feet and prices from 16.50 to 148.00 for selected items. Domestic Axminster and Art Nouveau Smyrna rugs also featured with marked reductions.
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Fcey Sant Wee Ae
Axminster
Gromer
D.P
Grocery Price List and Brand Notes
A list of groceries with brand names and prices including H E refined sugar seven pounds Swift Armour sugar cured hams Meadow Brook creamery butter Armour Shield lard and other items. Also features Delware tomatoes Royal Stuart peas Victory Golden Wax Beans and assorted fruit preserves with quantities and costs.
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Simpson Crawford Co
Niagara Glass
Delaware
Royal Stuart
Victory
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K&s
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