Ascot Fashion Excesses Draw Americans to Royal Pageant
A royal procession opened Ascot day with a heat and bright sun. The scene showcased extreme fashion with ostrich feathers, black tulle hats, and sunshade ensembles, including many American attendees and the embassy party at luncheon.
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Kaiser William's Jubilee Ends With Gala Banquet
Berlin notes mark Emperor William's silver jubilee climax with a state banquet attended by kings princes and German rulers. Andrew Carnegie donated 25000 to support the German Peace Society. Empress Victoria Louise fainted during opera but recovered. a torch procession and parade followed with the Emperor appearing exhausted yet gracious.
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Rat Show in London Hotel Burglary Leads to Porter Arrest
Police allege night porter Arthur James acted with a Continental gang to steal jewelry and cash valued at 35000 from the Berkeley Hotel safe. A gray rat roaming the dining area sparked the investigation when a radiator rathole revealed 15000 in notes and gold, with James found bound near the safe.
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German Minister Protests Foreign Loans To Keep Cash In Germany
Berlin June 17. Prussian Minister of Commerce Herr Sydow protests further flotations of foreign loans amid German money shortages. The protest targets New Mexican Government and railway loans, affecting Prussia but likely influencing other German states. Imperial loan subscriptions remain underwhelming and securities declined on the Boerse.
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