Global Markets and War News Prompt Turmoil Across Borders
Financials show weakness with grains at mixed prices and iron at $20. Overseas reports describe standstills in South Africa, British moves near Pretoria, discipline of Imperial Yeomanry near Lindley, and a three day armistice at Laing's Nek. China tensions rise as Boxer unrest expands toward Peking and Russian-Japanese war speculation grows. Congress stalls Naval bill items amid bitter debate. armor and ocean surveys split.
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Ito
Reichstag
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Scythian Yacht Wreck After Fire Near Highland Light
The steam yacht Scythian owned by Mrs. C. T. Parker suffered extensive damage after a fire near Highland Light and was towed to Boston with the forward section burned out. Other items note health measures for consumption and political nominations.
Trenton Board of Health tightens rules on tuberculosis
The Trenton Board of Health adopted an amendment placing consumption with other contagious diseases. It imposes fines and imprisonment for doctors who delay reports beyond thirty days, requires isolation and disinfection, compels burning of contaminated clothing after death, and mandates sputum submission for culture. Hiding a TB case becomes a misdemeanor with penalties equal to other infectious diseases. Hospitals fall under the provisions.
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Trenton
N. J
Board of Health
Hoyt Brother-in-Law of Cleveland Dies in Beatrice
Beatrice Nebraska June 6 William E Hoyt brother in law of ex President Cleveland died at his home in Beatrice at seventy one Born in New York he is survived by his wife Mary Cleveland Hoyt and two sons R C Hoyt United States District Clerk Omaha and G Hoyt Indian Agent North Yakima Washington Funeral will be held Friday
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Neb
William E. Hoyt
Cleveland
New York
Mary Cleveland Hoyt
United States
R. C. Hoyt
Omaha
G. Hoyt
North
Yakima
Washington
American Painters Whistler and Sargent Win Medals at Paris Exhibit
The Paris Exposition jury awards honors to James Abbott McNeill Whistler and John Singer Sargent for their American painting in the Art Department. Jane Addams of Chicago elected president of the Jury of Social Economy. California’s De Young hosts banquet at the Hotel Ritz with remarks from officials and dignitaries including Horace Porter and George W. Ochs.
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James Abbott McNeil Whistler
John Singer Sargent
Rance
Jane Addams
Chicago
California Commission
Ritz
Michael Hl. de Young
California
San Francisco Chronicle
de Young
Gen
Horace Porter
United States
Gowdy
Peck
Woodward
Henry Peartree
American Chamber of Commerce
George W. Ochs
Chesapeake and Ohio Fuel Co Sold to New York Firm
The Chesapeake and Ohio Fuel Company of Cincinnati, manager Morris C. Brooks to split duties between Cincinnati and Richmond as ownership shifts to C. J. Wittenberg of High Carbon Coal and Coke Company. Donald MacDonald to retire from active business temporarily.
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New York Times
Cincinnati
Chesapeake and Ohio Fuel Company
Kanawha Valley
C. J. Wittenberg
High Carbon Coal and Coke Company
New York
Richmond
Morris C. Brooks
High Carbon Company
Donald MacDonald
Congress Battles Over Armor Plate Hydrographic Funds
A heated Capitol standstill centers on Naval Appropriation and hydrographic survey funding. Senate and House clash over armor plate costs and a proposed Government factory, with conferees reshuffled and leaders trading barbs in a deadlock that could delay adjournment.
Debate on Naval Appropriation Bill Marks Senate House Clash
The Senate and House divided over armor plate pricing and contract authority. Senator Hale presented a conference report showing continued disagreement after days of debate with Penrose proposing that the Secretary of the Navy be authorized to contract armor at a reasonable price.
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Martin
Butler
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Conn
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Credit Mobilier
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South Carolina
Teller
Silver
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Mr. Teller
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Penn
No extra fare on Pennsylvania Limited to St. Louis
Advertising notice states no extra fare on the Pennsylvania Limited to St. Louis. It highlights a fast schedule and added convenience and comfort for travelers.
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Pennsylvania
St. Louis
Convention Secrets on Hill Bid and Chicago Platform Clash
Reaction flowed after the Democratic State Convention as 16 to 1 faction backers claimed gains while anti-silver forces warned of a setback. Ex Senator David B Hill controlled the State Committee and prompted plans to instruct National delegates to support the Kansas City platform, avoiding a Chicago platform reaffirmation. Hill loyalists hailed his victory, while enemies pressed for his political humiliation by steering New York’s delegation and resolutions, amid fears of a strengthened silver plank. The Chicago platform faction adjourned the State Convention with Dr George W Thompson saying the party should let Southern and Western leaders handle Kansas City.
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David B. Hill
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Norman E Mack
Erie County
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Mack
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Committee On Resolutions
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Chicago Platform Democracy
George W Thompson
Dismissal of Major Clinton Smith from National Guard
Gov Roosevelt dismissed Major Clinton Smith of the Seventy first Regiment after a board found him unfit for a commission. Smith condemned the process as secret and unfair and vowed to fight. Col A S Bacon, counsel, said the board never examined him. Regiment officers pledged support and intend ongoing leadership contests.
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Gov. Roosevelt
Clinton Smith
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National Guard
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Smith
Board of Examination
A.S. Bacon
Dreyfus
San Juan
Roe
Welch
Franklin Barnlett
Col. Bates
Burke Emerges as Likely Secretary of National Democrats
Chicago June 6 Robert E Burke is poised to become Secretary of the National Democratic Committee. Illinois Democrats show drift toward Burke but the issue gained urgency after a visit to Mayor Harrison by E F McKnight of Grand Rapids Michigan. McKnight, who helped steer Michigan delegates and Bryan support, said Burke’s organizing prowess fit the executive role. Harrison pledged to back Burke with his influence.
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Chicago
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Burke
Hough Appeal Dismissed OverElection Vote Controversy
Gov. Roosevelt dismisses Capt. David L. Houghs appeal challenging Capt. William Henry Linsons election as Major of the Seventy first Regiment New York City The governor rules an officer who resigned prior to the vote remained eligible to vote and the resignation had not been acted on
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David L. Hough
Seventy-first Regiment
New York City
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Hough
William Henry Linson
Linson
Old Ohio Delegate Uninvited to Republican Convention
Gen Roeliff Brinkerhoff one of six surviving Ohio delegates from the 1856 Pittsburgh Republican Convention says he has not received an invitation to the Philadelphia gathering. He notes Senator Hanna found a majority of remaining delegates are Democrats and thus no invitation was issued. Only about fourteen delegates still live.
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New York Times
Columbus
Ohio
Roeliff Brinkerhoff
Pittsburg
Senator Hanna
Philadelphia
Hanna
Women in Convention Discuss Reorganization at Milwaukee
At the Milwaukee federation of women clubs convention the day’s talks centered on reorganization with little change expected. The color question likely won’t trigger a public clash unless Mrs. Josephine Ruffin pushes it. The ticket lists Mrs. Lowe for President and Mrs. Charles Denison of New York for Vice President, a lineup that pleases most delegates. Mrs. William Tod Helmuth of New York backs Mrs. Lowe after a prior promise.
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Milwaukee
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Committee On Reorganization
Josephine Ruffin
Cloudburst Floods Chester Prison Damages Town
A cloud burst at 8:80 last night in Chester Illinois caused $15,000 damage to the prison. A recently built dam at the rear collapsed, flooding cells and the prison yard. The storehouse and the Menard Manufacturing Company foundry near the dam area were also submerged and damaged.
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New York Times
Chester
Menard Manufacturing Company
Great Ribbon Sale at O Neill's on 6th Ave
O Neill's advertises a mammoth stock of fancy ribbons priced 25c to 85c per yard at discounted 15c 19c and 25c per yard. Located on 6th Avenue between 20th and 21st Streets.
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O'Neill's
Through Car to St Louis Leaves Here After June Two
West Point Cadets vs. 7th Regiment on Saturday with a West Shore Railroad return option. Exciting rail through car offers excellent meals at reasonable rates as the luxury train travels with scenic views.
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St. Louis
West Point Cadets
West Shore R. R
Express trains from Grand Central to St Louis routes
Advertises daily departures at 1:00 PM 5:30 PM and 9:20 PM from Grand Central via New York Central Lake Shore and Big Four for St Louis. Claims superior service and comfortable route.
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New York Central
Lake Shore
Big Four
St Louis
Pennsylvania Railroad Fast Trains to Cincinnati from New York
The Pennsylvania Railroad runs fast trains to Cincinnati from New York West 23rd Street daily at 9 55 A M 1 55 P M and 8 25 P M. This schedule highlights convenient daily departures for travelers seeking swift service to Cincinnati.
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Cincinnati
New York
West 23 St
Scythian Yacht Burns En Route to Boston Toward Salvage
The steel steam yacht Scythian bound for Boston from New York was saved from total loss after a fire aboard near Highland Light. Captain Thomas J. Cardiff and crew escaped with minor injuries as the forward section burned, including saloon and staterooms. The vessel, owned by Mrs. Charles T. Parker, is tied up at East Boston pending salvage settlement with the tug owner.
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Scythian
Thomas J. Cardiff
Charles T. Parker
New York
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Murdock & Murray
New York Yacht Club
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Adrian Iselin, Jr
West Indies
Bride Delays Wedding At St Isidore Loyola Church
Miss May Agnes Cranitch and F. C. Booss endured a two hour wait as the bride arrived late after her carriage broke down. The ceremony finally began after 10 pm with Rev. Neil N. McKinnon officiating. The couple, who plan a summer abroad, were attended by Dora Booss and Sadie Davis among others.
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Dora Booss
Sadie Davis
Miss Loughran
Brooklyn
Natalie Duffy
Mr. Booss
E. Lippman
Percival A. Maguire
Charles Gahren
William Schlegel
Frederick Booss
Mrs. Booss
Richest Lead Mines In World Found In Missouri
St. Francois County discoveries, once overlooked, are declared by the State Geologist and Mine Inspector as the richest lead mines in the world after their report becomes public. The June findings in Poplar Bluff follow initial calm reactions a year ago.
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New York Times
Poplar Bluff
St. Francois County
Miss Gould at Berea College Commencement
Miss Helen Gould attended Berea College in Richmond Kentucky for commencement exercises in heavy weather. She received thanks for her benefactions bowed in acknowledgment and posed with the faculty and students. She gave a tour of the campus and plans to visit local sites and mountaineer communities afterward.
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New York Times
Richmond
Berea College
Berea
Helen Gould
Mason
30 000 Squirrels to be Dispossessed
Denver reports the State Land Board sold timber for 250 dollars, threatening to remove about 30 000 gray squirrels from a 60 acre tract near Devil's Head Mountain. The forest will vanish within months, ending a long protected habitat.
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New York Times
Denver
State Land Board
Devil's Head Mountain
Chinese Crisis of First Magnitude Sends Legations’ Families Away
London dispatch from Peking reports the court party accumulating inside the city and rising uneasiness as affairs in China edge toward a crisis of the first magnitude. Railways suffer further damage while Boxer resistance continues with no arrests. Interventions and foreign powers’ actions are debated with emphasis on not letting communications to the coast or naval bases be disrupted.
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London
Morning Post
Peking
China
Daily Telegraph
Great Britain
South Africa
Daily Chronicle
Foreign Office
Claude Macdonald
United States
Conger’s
the Times
England
Shanghai Dispatch Reports Legations Moving Out of Peking
A June 6 dispatch from Shanghai says most legations in Peking and the British Legation are sending families away. Prominent Chinese residents are also leaving the city. Unconfirmed reports claim two Russian engineers were murdered at Yu-Chow-Fu after their wives were assaulted. Boxers damage to Chinese railways is estimated at 0 million.
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Shanghai
Peking
Yu-Chow-Fu
Port Arthur
War Between Russia and Japan Seen Inevitable
The Times Peking correspondent argues in a long April 25 dispatch that Russo Japanese rivalry will lead to war soon. He cites Russia's vast Chinese ambitions and Japanese resentment over postwar gains as key factors pushing toward conflict.
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Peking
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Times
Long Mail
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Russia
Japan
Fighting Near Peking As Boxers Face Aggressive Actions
Reports from Shanghai dated June 6 describe close engagements near Peking between forces opposing the Boxers. Casualties are high on both sides. Russia reportedly paused a large landing at Taku after Japanese representations, amid tension with Japan over front line mobilization and potential collision. Chinese leadership disputes over Boxer support add to instability while English missionaries’ deaths are noted with mutilation of their bodies. The Yan-Ting station near Peking is burned and British minister Sir Claude Macdonald is said to be ill.
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Peking
Japan
Taku
Russia
M. de Giers
Foreign Office
June-Lu
Ching- Tuan
Robinson
Norman
Yan-Ting
Sir Claude M. Macdonald
Boxers Threaten Qing Control as Foreign Ministers Act
The situation in Peking grows worse as events accelerate and natives grow restless. Sir Claude Macdonald seeks seventy five more marines while Boxers are reported drilling near Feng Tai. An imperial edict condemns imperial troops and orders suppression by the Viceroy of Pe Chi Li and General Jung Lu.
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Peking
Claude Macdonald
Feng-T'ai
Pe-Chi-Li
Jung Lu
Germany to co operate over Chinese crisis
Berlin reports show German circles view the Chinese situation as grave with more marines landed from the Iltis and the Hertha cruiser ordered to Taku. Officials say railway construction in Shantung has been forcibly halted by the system.
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