London 1812 ball a wonderful light fills royal hall
The Royal Albert Hall hosted the grand Dance of a Hundred Years Ago with all society in 1812 costumes. American in society roles featured prominently among peers and titled ladies as the event benefitted the Soldiers and Sailors' Help Society.
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Duchess of Connaught Improves at Montreal Hospital
Bulletin says the Duchess of Connaught had a satisfactory day at Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. She slept much of the time and reported less pain, with doctors’ care expanded by Dr F Hamilton. The Duke visited the hospital and stayed several hours as recovery progresses.
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French banks seek listing of American Smelters stock
The Banque de Paris et des Pays-Bas and the Société Generale asked to list 153 500 shares of the American Smelters Securities Company preferred stock on the Bourse parquet. The move aims to attract French capital to American securities.
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Mr Shuster Arrives in London on South American Tour
W Morgan Shuster former Persia treasurer general arrived in London aboard his way to South America to work for the National City Bank of New York seeking to open branches in several cities. He will depart tomorrow.
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Belgian Rioting Continues in Walloon Provinces Amid Strikes
In Brussels on June 6 100 000 laborers strike across the Walloon provinces. Authorities impose measures amid reduced violence. In Mons gendarmes arrest fifty strikers halting a colliery, while Charleroi police disperse glass workers. A clash in Musson injures one and wounds twenty. Socialists lose control in parts of the region. King Albert and Queen Elizabeth cancel Ostend trip due to political tensions.
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Wernher Estate Sworn At 25 Million With Philanthropic Gifts
The will of Sir Julius Charles Wernher puts the De Beers head’s estate at 25 million dollars. About 2.5 million funds philanthropy, including 1.25 million for a Grooteschurr University near Cape Town, 500 thousand for Imperial College in South Kensington, and 300 thousand for several hospitals.
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Panic in Opium Market Shocks Shanghai Trade
Panicky Shanghai market sees opium stocks drop by about 10 million dollars since May 1 as merchants accuse ongoing poppy cultivation in China. Indian traders echo violations of the international agreement and claim interior markets have been closed illegally to Indian opium.
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London Strike Prolonged as Employers Rebuff Government Plan
The London dock strike remains unsettled. Authorities report ongoing conferences with all parties today but no agreement reached. Employers show evident reluctance to accept the government’s proposed settlement, with talks to resume tomorrow.
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Brethren Sect Maintains Plain Dress Policy
At the National Conference in York Pennsylvania on June 6 efforts to permit Brethren members to wear neckties were rejected. A paper from Southern Ohio urging the change was returned, preserving the plain dress tradition.
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York
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Carnegie visit ends with riot at Aberdeen University
Lord Rector Andrew Carnegie spoke at Aberdeen University amid chaotic scenes as students smashed over 120 chairs and hurled fragments and complete seats. Principal Smith urged calm while Prof. Souter’s vote of thanks was met with derision. Carnegie later cheered by students and attended university events with his wife, receiving honors and gifts.
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Carnegies Plan Lunch with Lord Provost and Skibo Weekend
Sir John Fleming to serve bail in evening as Carnegie party joins Lord Provost for lunch. Mr and Mrs Carnegie to travel to Skibo Castle on Saturday morning with university students expected.
Emperor Francis Joseph Joins Corpus Christi Procession
Vienna reports Emperor Francis Joseph took part in the Corpus Christi procession for the first time in years. A brilliant pageant featured the imperial family and top state and church dignitaries. The emperor appeared vigorous, stood without a chair, and walked briskly back to the Hofburg after the ceremony at St. Michael's Church.
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New York Times
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Venice to Build a Sea Tubo for City Access
Venice plans a under Lagoon tunnel from St Mark's to the Lido with access points on La Giudecca and the mainland. The $2.4 million project aims to ease heat and transport, though critics fear architectural damage to the city’s treasured buildings and landscape.
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Nicaragua Debt Deal Moves Toward Final Approval
The Nicaragua Committee of the Council of Foreign Bondholders recommends adopting a new debt settlement agreement. It would give bondholders an absolute lien on all customs duties and appoint a US-approved Collector General to oversee revenue during loan collection. Interest would drop from 8 to 5 percent, with redemption terms tied to 1909 issue prices on future $15 million bonds.
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New York Times
London
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Lord Lonsdale Attacks American Seat in Jockeys
London reports Lord Lonsdale replying to Ted Sloan about English horsemanship. He blames the rise of the American seat and short leathers for poor riding, saying the posture is unnatural and requires abnormal physique to cope.
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