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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1903
Page
4
The Times reports London reaction to Mr Chamberlain's protection plan. Critics say the working class will resist changes while Liberals see a tight political contest. The piece notes Balmour repeal timing and public speeches amid Whitsuntide and art and leisure scenes in the capital.
The White Star Line steamer Cedric, detained in the Mersey due to a machinery accident, started yesterday for New York after effective repairs and proceeded on her voyage.
Kingston Jamaica June 6 The Norwegian bark Alphonse under Capt Fredriksen is ashore on a reef on the island's south side. Help has been sent to her in the exposed position.
Charles Frohman transports The Admirable Crichton company to Paris for a single Renaissance Theatre performance with H B Irving Irene Vanbrugh and full scenery. The plan includes special trains and a steamer and hopes to spark an English theatre in Paris with a bright guest list of Barrie Parker and Barrymore among others.
A correspondent portrays Kishineff as a bustling trade hub famed for its twice weekly fairs, prolific plum production, and extensive gardens. The city spans two parts the lower Byk river town and the elevated high town, with 120000 residents, several theaters, markets, and churches.
Sligo grants Bourke Cochran of New York the freedom of the town. An address predicts Ireland will become the clearing point for goods between America and Europe. Mrs Cochran says west coast harbors will handle future credit vessels of great tonnage and foresees a dawning era of industrial development and prosperity for Ireland.
Sligo Ireland June 6 M P McHugh editor of the Sligo Champion was arrested on a contempt of court warrant. The case stems from political comments published about a year ago in the paper. McHugh was seized as he prepared to travel to Longford to meet Bourke Cochran of New York en route to Sligo to receive the cry freedom.
A Greenock telegram reports the armored cruiser Berwick reached 24 knots in trials, claiming fastest status in its class. Berwick displaces 9,000 tons, measures 440 feet length with a 6 foot beam, and draws 24 44 feet of water. Armament includes fourteen six inch guns, ten twelve pounders, and twelve smaller guns. nickel steel armor ranges from two to five inches. Two torpedo tubes, coal capacity up to 1,100 tons, and a crew of 665 complete the profile.
The Christian Breed transmitted a check for 111000 to Assistant Secretary Loomis to establish a famine relief fund for Kw ang Si province. Loomis deposited the money and notified Consul General McWade at Canton. State Department reports describe extreme destitution with children sold and hints of cannibalism.
Reports from Venice Paris and Rome on June 6 describe Pope Leo XIII's declining health. Intestinal inflammation limited eating. fatigue from recent audiences and a milk bouillon egg diet. Observers note reduced air circulation and tremulous hands, while Vatican routines grow more restricted.
Monsignor Rooker former secretary of the Apostolic Delegation in Washington and Rev Dennis J Dougherty of Philadelphia will be consecrated as Bishops of Nueva Caceres and Nueva Segovia on June 14 by Cardinal Martinelli and Cardinal Satolli. Official announcement will follow at the next Consistory. They depart for the Philippines at the start of July traveling via the United States.
United States Ambassador Meyer and Mrs Meyer traveled to Turin where they will be guests of the Duke and Duchess of Aosta. The visit highlights ongoing diplomatic exchanges between the United States and Italy.
From Bogota reports indicate Gen Raphael Reyes or Gen Joaquim Velez may be elected president with Gen Gonzalez Valentia as vice president. Reyes is seen as supporting the Hay Herran canal treaty, while Vallez opposes it.
Washington June 6 The new Philippine monetary system planned for July 1 cannot start until Sept 1 due to insufficient gold backing. About 6 million silver pesos were shipped to Manila with plans to peg them to gold. Mexican silver remains legal tender until Jan 1 19 4 and Spanish copper coins face redemption. Professor J W Kemmerer named financial adviser to oversee the plan and Manila arrival in about four months.
In Paris this morning, MM Berteaux and Guyot de Villeneuve of the Chamber of Deputies dueled after a violent altercation in the chamber. By the sixth encounter Ville neuve sustained a slight forearm wound.
COLON Colombia June 6. J C Ingersoll of Tlinois United States Consul at Cartagena died here today from dysentery while en route to New York. His funeral services were held this afternoon. Mr Ingersoll was a nephew of the late Robert C G Ingersoll.
Two light tremors were reported in Guayaquil Ecuador this morning with residents noting minor shaking but no damage or injuries reported.
United States cruisers Cincinnati Albany and Raleigh arrived at Aden Arabia and proceed toward Manila on a Western Pacific assignment.
Munich reports the engagement of conductor and composer Felix Weingartner to Baroness Feedora von Dreyfus announced today. The two are set to marry in a ceremony likely to be noted in European musical circles.
Yokohama reports the Diet voted 18000 dollars for the initial payment toward Japan's exhibit at the St Louis Exposition. The action marks early funding for the national display.
Rome debates how Pope Leo XIII should rebuke France over the Pressensé measure and Concordat issue. Attitudes diverge between direct allocution and a diplomatic, restrained rebuke to avoid provoking Paris.
Paris June 6. The Grand Prix tomorrow draws a notable American presence including Mrs. Robert Goelet and several other social figures. Dining groups, hotel stays, and a Princeton alumni dinner reflect a busy cross Atlantic social season with weather set fair for the event.
Paris faces a political clash as the agents des moeurs’ conduct sparks calls to abolish the force. Two women sue M Lépine for 60 000L after arbitrary arrests by Yon and Goblet. A civil action follows apologies and dismissals amid broader reform demands and a possible habeas corpus act comparison.
The Canadian Government surveying steamer Guinare has spent ten days off Cape Race conducting exhaustive surveys of currents and tides. The aim is to determine variability to prevent frequent marine disasters. Officials expect valuable scientific results from the compiled data.
Four Bulgarians convicted in Salonica European Turkey for dynamite outrages were sentenced to death after an open court trial.
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