Yuan Shih Kai Dies and China Turmoil Eases
News from Peking reports Yuan Shih kai President of the Chinese Republic died in the palace amid illness and rumors of poisoning denied. Li Yuan-hung, the Vice President, will succeed him as political leaders in the provinces seek a coalition cabinet to stabilize the south and preserve the monarchy amid upheaval.
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Peking
Yuan Shih-kai
Ieway
Tuan Chi-jui
Li Yuan-hung
Li Yuanfang
Legation
Ameri
Yuan-hung
Hotel Accommodhere
Rebels Favor Successor for China Presidency
The article notes Yuan-hung, a 52 year old war veteran with public support, being touted as next Chinese president as Yuan Shih-kai's five year term nears expiry. It outlines his career from naval service in the Sino-Japanese War to high command, revolutionary leadership at Wuchang, and roles in government since the revolution.
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Li Yuan-hun
China
Yuan Shih-kai
Yuan-hung
Washington
Japan
Wuchang
Oophe
Aye
Sym
Ivi
Yuan Shih Kai and the Rise to Power in China
Yuan Shih kai is depicted as both admired and accused as he rose from viceroy and military leader to power during China’s crisis. The piece outlines his background in law and military affairs, ties to the Dowager Empress, and the pivotal role he played in the 1911 revolt and imperial transition.
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China
Yuan Shih-kai
Yuan
Gove Lermment
Hupeh
Hunan
Korea
Isaz
Chihli
Kuang Hsu
Yuan Shih Kai and the Chinese Republic Faiths
The article traces Yuan Shih Kai’s rise and the factional split in China as Sun Yat-sen revived the southern revolution. It covers the 1912 provisional republic, Yuan’s election as president, and growing fears of monarchy, noting clashes between northern constructionists and southern opponents. It ends with excerpts from a neutral Chinese source on Yuan’s motives and the republic’s fragile state.
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Monarchy drive in China faces broad opposition and doubt
The article reports that Yuan Shih Kai’s push to crown himself emperor draws disapproval from leading governors and officials. Pro monarchists claim support, but many elites and foreign advisors warn against the step, fearing rebellion and political collapse if pursued.
Chinatown Mourn Not Death of Yuan Shih-kai Believed Beneficial
Chinatown residents showed little grief over Yuan Shih-kai's death. In shops comments reflected satisfaction, especially among informed Chinese living here. Some noted his election as president brought hope, but his declaration as emperor sparked fear and disdain for self serving aims.
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Yuan Shih-kah
Chinatown
Republican General Hwang aide credits Yuan Shih-kai death
I. K. Tong, secretary to Chinese republican leader General Hwang Hsing, said at his West 115th Street home yesterday that Yuan Shih-kai's death is lamented but may be a blessing for China. Tong spoke after hearing of the President's death, noting the potential political impact.
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I. K. Tong
Hwang Hsing
West 115Th Street
Yuan Shih-kal
Mr. Tons
Yuan-Hung LIU and the Rise of a Chinese Power Player
The analysis portrays LI YUAN-HUNG as a self serving leader who shaped China’s conflict with Japan and manipulated reforms. It argues his schemes aided his ascent to power, placing him as Viceroy of Pe-Cuihli and later drawing him into central Beijing politics amid a coup designed to curb reform.
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Japan
Yuan
Pe-Cuihli
Peking
Yuan and the Chinese Crisis Shaped by Treachery and Reform
The text discusses Yuan Shikai the Regent and his fall amid internal politics and Boxer turmoil. It notes Chang Chih-tung advising decapitation to avoid scandal and explains how Yuan’s opportunism and treachery led to his loss of power. It mentions Li Yuan-hung stepping in, Hwang’s return from Tokyo, and the push for republican reforms prevailing over monarchy.
Capital expects unity after Yuan Shih Kai death
Washington observers say Yuan Shih kai death may unify north and south China as Premier Tuan Chi Jui backs Li Yuan Hung for president. Li had retired after Yuan seized power but returned at Yuan's request to support the government. Four southwestern provinces recently elected Yuan Hung as president of a proposed southern ally, signaling cross country support.
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Li Yuan-hung
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Mukden
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Li-Yuan-Hung
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Kuantung
TA Yuan-Hung
China
Skeffington Death Trial in Dublin Court Martial Opens
June 6 report from Dublin describes the murder case against Captain Bowen-Colthurst tied to the killings of F Sheehy Skeffington editor of the Citizen and Thomas Dickson during the rebellion. Prosecution alleges the three men were shot by seven soldiers after the captain declared the act, while defense notes prior disobedience and possible mental imbalance.
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Bowen- Colthurst
F. Sheehy Skeffington
Trish
Thomas Dickson
Fred McIntyre
Skeffington
Reother
Roxburgh
Portobello
General Bird
Mons
Bowen-Colthurst
Accuse Maj Loeser of Excluding Jews in National Guard
The National Council and Kehillah accuse Major Paul Loeser of barring Jewish recruits in the Eighth Coast Artillery Corps and other units. Captain Hartley swears Loeser urged officers not to enlist Jews, while Loeser claims the charges are a disgruntled fringe reaction and vows to elaborate on the stand.
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Simmons
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Loeser
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Bronx
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Coast Artillery
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Eighth Artillery District
Rudolph Halpern
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Army officer urges selective enlistment of Jews for National Guard
A recruiting officer defends selecting the best quality personnel for the National Guard while denying anti Jewish prejudice. He notes having Jewish non commissioned officers and states 30 to 40 Jews among 250 to 300 recruits. The public hearing continues before Adjt Gen Stotesbury at 10 30.
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National Guard
Adjt
Stotesbury
Okuma death report false claims quelled
The United States press carried word that Count Okuma Japan's Prime Minister had been assassinated but this was unfounded. Officials said he was alive and in conference with the Emperor. In Panama Kermit Roosevelt and his wife sailed for the United States aboard the Kilpatrick. Roosevelt plans a Europe trip for the National City Bank.
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United States
Count Okuma
Count Okuma Sabtoons
Kermit Roosevelt
New York Times
Panama
Kilpatrick
Racquet and Tennis Club Plans New Park Ave Home
Plans filed for a five story Racquet and Tennis Club building on Park Avenue between Fifty second and Fifty third Streets. Architect Mekim Mead White. estimated cost 400000. Robert Goelet owns the current site. the club may move within about a year and put its present 23 West Third Street site on the market.
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Fifty-third Streets
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Shackleton Relief to Be Sent by Uruguayan Ship
Montevideo reports the Uruguayan Government will dispatch the small steamship Institutopesca to aid Shackleton’s expedition. The ship will depart Thursday to reach Elephant Island where twenty two men remain in refuge after the Endurance wreck. Provisions are likely short.
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