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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1908
Page
4
Paris dispatch reports Ferdinand P. Earle to wed his affinity in England after a French divorce case. Friends note ongoing amicable ties with Mrs. Earle and child. Earle’s Paris visit aimed at speeding separation and nuptial plans with Julia Kuttner.
Baron von Aeschren thal in a foreign affairs report cites Austria Hungary's friendly stance toward the United States and Japan. He notes a Japanese warship visit to Vienna and an audience with Emperor Francis Joseph to illustrate cordial relations with Japan.
Russia issues renewed representations through Ambassador Zinobieff in Constantinople after Turkey occupies Suj Bulak in Persia. An official warns the Turks are playing with fire and Russia may back up protests with force, as troops move from Wiflis toward the frontier.
A sensational report from St. Petersburg claims the Emperor plans to divide Finland, annex Viborg to Russia, and move an army corps into the Grand Duchy to suppress protests. While informants cannot confirm the decision, the proposal is pushed by anti Finnish autonomy factions favoring Russification.
Joseph Chamberlain reached London to meet political allies at Parliament's opening. His health improves but he does not plan to take a seat this session, and he intends to travel on the Continent soon.
In Siberia the Governor and Vice Governor of Akatui Prison were dismissed for allowing Gregory Gerschminin to escape. He aided the assassination of M. Siplaguine, the Russian Interior Minister, in 1992, and Peter Karovich killed Minister of Public Instruction M. Bogoliepoff in February. Gerschminin later visited New York. In Lisbon Republicans issue a manifesto opposing dictatorship and urging an end to oppression. In Port au Prince government troops seized Gonaives, with Antenor Firmin and supporters seeking refuge in consulates.
Rev. C N Katman, sent by Nathan Straus, reports hopeful signs for establishing pasteurized milk depots in England starting with London. Prominent supporters show interest and Straus may visit to lead the effort. London infant mortality rose notably in the past year.
Paris January 27 M Pichon minister of foreign affairs told the Chamber the cabinet favors not discussing the Delcasse incident and protests the idea of internationalizing Morocco He defined French policy as defending legitimate rights and honoring the Sultan while avoiding interior intervention or Fez Morocco City He added if Abd el Aziz falls Europe will deal with his successor but remain against internationalizing Morocco
In Rome on January 27 church officials criticized Father A. E. Breen of Rochester for addressing the American press about Dr. E. J. Hanna's candidacy for Coadjutor Archbishop of San Francisco. A Vatican dignitary said Breen should have spoken to Bishop McQuade instead of Rome.
Kaiser William turn 49 with religious service and city drive in Berlin and a embassy dinner in Washington. About twenty guests attended the embassy event, noting the emperor appeared young for his age.
St. Petersburg reports the Ministry of Communications proposed doubling Siberian Railroad tracks in the Duma at an estimated cost near 800000 dollars. Earlier, 5500000 dollars were allocated to double the Samara to Ziatsk corridor.
Cardinal Richard Archbishop of Paris is critically ill with lung congestion. Extreme unction has been given and the Pope's blessing was telegraphed from Rome.
Dublin reports that Sir Antony Patrick Macdonnell, Under Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, has resigned. The notice dates January 27.
Philip V. Richards sues Edward R. Thomas Orlando F. Thomas and Edwin F. Post to recover 4271 alleging the Thomas & Post firm sold his Union Pacific Missouri Pacific and Distilling Company of America shares without notice or extra margin between March 11 and May 15 1901. The firm denies the allegations and seeks 1904 for losses from the trades.
Prank Blaine of Interlaken, once a prosperous mill owner of Ovid, faces removal to Willard State Hospital for the Insane after fifteen years of misfortune. His wife and two children died, his mills burned, his finances collapsed, a bank failure ensued, and his second wife has become blind. Physicians declare him insane.
A circular solicits mergers among breweries and allied trades to form a Manufacturers and Dealers Club in New York with aims to resist prohibition. J R Couch chairs, $5 dues, local committees plan federating a national movement. Officials echo that prohibition reduces beer demand while boosting stronger drinks.
The Street Cleaning Department with contractors reduced snow in streets yesterday aided by rain. Carts became more available as old contractors cooperated with new snow contractors. Manhattan had 2486 men and 1890 carts. Brooklyn 1380 men and 828 carts. Commissioner Foster Crowell predicted full clearance by Thursday night.
Special to The New York Times reports a broken loose barge Graf ton from Montauk sank with all on board after signaling distress near Amagansett. A human leg washed ashore near the life saving station as divers search for the wrecked crew.
John Doyle of West Millville vanished after missing the Minotola train and walking seven miles with James Carson. His body was discovered in a Wheat Road hut by a railroad section crew during a snowstorm search. Mrs. Doyle reported him missing to Mayor Smith who organized the effort.
Ferris W. Mitchell an 88 year old insurance broker committed suicide by hanging in his Swarthmore home. He moved here from New York City three years ago and left a wife and one son. Ill health and business reverses were given as causes.
Yale announces consolidation of The Banner and The Pot-Pourri into a single annual publication titled The Yale Banner and Pot-Pourri. The combined edition will be issued in both spring and fall issues, continuing the tradition under one cover.
The American ship Eclipse bound from New Castle Australia to San Francisco foundered on January 11. Three crew members died of exhaustion before reaching land. Captain Larsen the mate and eleven men reached Hana, Hawaii.
A critical pamphlet denounces labor union leaders as violent, seeks anti riot and anti injunction measures, and warns readers to pressure Congress. It cites Roosevelt and Patrick Henry, urges Citizens' Associations to expose papers that suppress such warnings, and names Battle Creek Michigan sender Co W Post.
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