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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1912
Page
5
Berlin reports the Crown Prince's forthcoming book From My Hunting Diary reveals his Indian and Ceylon hunting memories, praising British hospitality and English country life. He notes pigsticking, polo, and grouse shooting as preferred pastimes, with reflections on religion and nature shaping his views.
Ten thousand women including duchesses and society leaders, dressed in white, sold flowers in London to benefit metropolitan hospitals and convalescent homes in Queen Alexandra's name. Artificial wild roses were produced by blind workers. buttonholes cost 2 cents and bunches 25 cents. Prizes spurred rivalry for best sales locations.
In Toulon on June 26 a premature explosion of a sixteen centimeter gun aboard the Jules Michelet during practice off the Hyeres Islands injured three officers and twenty seamen. One seaman died in the hospital and four more are in critical condition. The charge fired as it was being pushed into the gun.
London June 26 Sothebys sold a fine mezzotint collection mostly portraits of women after eighteenth century British masters. Notable pieces included Mrs Mathew after Reynolds $3,500 and Mary Isabella Duchess of Rutland after Reynolds $6,750. Total for ninety two lots reached $129,325.
During the royal visit to Llandaff Cathedral in South Wales a woman, Helen Craig of Regent Square London, rushed the Home Secretary Reginald McKenna and seized his arm declaring a protest for imprisoned women. Police removed her. she was detained about an hour then released with unclear prospects for prosecution.
London dispatch reports Gen Stewart L. Woodford had a slight improvement tonight but remains at risk. The bulletin notes the general’s condition is not yet out of danger.
French driver Boillot wins the Grand Prix of the Automobile Club of France in Dieppe after David Bruce-Brown and Ralph De Palma are disqualified for refueling outside pits. Wagner finishes second and Regal third as harsh weather and rough roads affect performance.
London dispatch reports the talking dog Don will not perform at Victoria Music Hall New York as Lloyds underwriters refuse to insure the act citing past insurance troubles including the Consul monkey incident on a voyage.
A Chicago telegram reports the Franco Spanish Morocco negotiations falter as France demands parts of the Malay a district Spain claims. Gen Lyautey operates north of Spanish zones with Fez Rabat Mekinez as keystones, facing hostile tribes and French columns under Gen Gourand in two day battles with casualties.
London dispatch reports General Booth, head of the Salvation Army, expressing hope to reach America and Canada. He travels toward SeCOEES though his exact plans remain uncertain as his interview proceeds.
In Burlington on June 27 the Republican State Convention will elect nominees for Governor Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General. Delegates numbering about 700 attend or attend town meetings tonight with camps established by each candidate. Joseph A. De Boer Montpelier and S M Pistcher Cavendish seek the gubernatorial nomination. Max L. Powell Burlington Shimney Point and Archbald Manchester vie for Attorney General with R B Browr also in the field.
At an Optical Conference Exhibition in London a blind man used the optophone to detect light and shade, counting people between him and the wall and noting windows. The device, built by Dr. Fournier d Albe, converts light into audible signals via selenium in a telephone receiver.
A Peking dispatch reports China limited itself to a small loan of 10 million pounds while bankers demand better terms. The American Minister reportedly advised against borrowing, triggering deadlock after the six power bankers and Chinese ministers met Monday.
Claude Grahame-White plans a June 27 wedding at Widford near Chelmsford to Dorothy Taylor daughter of Bertrand Leroy Taylor of New York. Alexandra Day will accompany him on the air journey from Hendon to Chelmsford. A woman reporter will cover the wedding for a London paper and the honeymoon will be a yacht cruise.
Havana reports show government confidence rising as insurgent strength ranges from 2,000 to 4,000. President Gomez meets Liberal leaders signaling focus on politics. US ships Rhode Island and Washington grant shore leave to 100 crewmen daily. General Monteagudo says rebels dispersed Ivonet and Estenez at Calabazas, while tactics shift to night ambushes. Guantanamo sees improved security. Cobre faces disease risks among destitute reconcentrados.
Americans increased their wins at the Olympia show in London. Judge W H Moore's Lord Seaton and Lady Seaton won Class 49 for harness horse pairs driven by ladies, showing a phaeton. Sumner Draper's Succor and Baronet placed third in the same class.
The Governor General of Beer signs a six months option to finance a Canton street railway with American capital. Provisional Assembly and Dr Sun Yat Sen back the project. Kwang-Tun province to provide security. bonds to be sold in the United States. Mr Cox, an American engineer, acts as railroad supplies agent in Canton.
Paris fashion notes from Auteuil show pannier gowns fading from trend as draped silhouettes rise. Observers cite new white charmieuse moiré looks with asymmetric skirts and tunics, Breton corsages, and bold buttons as the dominant style.
A list of well known travelers departs London for New York aboard the Kronprinzessin Cecilie including Mrs. Pembroke Jones Mrs. Leeds Mrs. Charles B Alexander Capt Godfrey L Carden Mrs Henry Bernheim and many other notable names.
In Liverpool on June 26 Captain Ros Tron of the Cunard liner Carpathia received a gold medal and an illuminated address of thanks from the city for his role in rescuing Titanic survivors.
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