Peeress Accused of Spell Over Sir John Scott in Will Trial
London court hear dramatic testimony on Lady Sackville and Sir John Murray Scott. Alicia Scott says Lady Sackville wielded a mesmeric influence over him. Sir John’s siblings claim substantial gifts to sisters and brothers and a pattern of control. Cross-examinations reveal large sums received by heirs and family tensions as the will case proceeds.
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Surprises in Scott sale at Christie’s club upsets odds
London June 27 special cable reports Christie’s sale room surprises as Sir John Murray Scott Pictures topple expectations. Two Boucher companion paintings sold for 1150 and 8400 dollars. Coypel Pet Parrot brought 4725. L. Paret Fire In a Town sold for 3465, Hodgkins buyer. a Pater attribution misfit noted.
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New Marconi Contract for All Red Wireless
The Times reports the British Government will negotiate a fresh contract with the Marconi Company after acquiescing in repudiation of last year’s agreement. The plan is to establish an all red wireless system under Marconi Transatlantic Wireless Telegraph, London report.
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Pierce denies Rothschild oil deal amid London reports
In London H Clay Pierce rejects rumors of a $10 million Rothschild led oil alliance against Rockefeller interests. He asserts Waters-Pierce and Standard Oil remain harmonious, criticizes European market unease, praises Wilson and Bryan, and urges tariff and currency revisions while preparing to sail home.
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Marconi Libel Suit Withdrawn in Berlin
William Marconi and Godfrey C Isaacs of the Wireless Company will receive a full apology from Welt am Montag after suing for libel over an article accusing them of exploiting the Titanic disaster for profit. The editor will publish a complete withdrawal in the next issue.
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Danish Radio Telegraph Company to spread wireless links
A plan to implement Valdemar Poulsen's invention advances with the Danish Radio-Telegraph Company forming stations in Denmark Greenland and Canada. Additional stations along the Norway coast Danish West Indies and Panama are envisioned. The Universal Radio Syndicate holds Denmark patents and transatlantic rights. Capital of 550000 planned. route to open next spring.
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Gerard Plans Pressed as Ambassador to Germany
Justice James W. Gerard faces strong praise from Cabinet members and senators as speculation grows he will be appointed American Ambassador to Germany. Gerard indicated he would resign his judgeship if officially offered the post and return to the Imperator. Berlin officials forwarded the nomination to Emperor William, who is at the Kiel regatta, with strong signals of acceptance.
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Reverend James Cameron Lees Dies, Friend of Queen Victoria
London June 27 The Rev James Cameron Lees longtime confidant and adviser to Queen Victoria on domestic matters has died. He served the queen for twenty years as an intimate friend and trusted advisor helping with royal household affairs.
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Ex Navy Clerk Arrested in London on Embezzlement Charge
London June 27 former U S battleship Alabama postal clerk Charles Mayer was arrested today on embezzlement charges alleged to have occurred in the United States.
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Navy Yeoman Mayer Missing After Philadelphia Voyage
Mayer enlisted in January 1910 and served as yeoman before becoming a postal clerk on the Albania. Last January the battleship was in Philadelphia when Mayer disappeared and naval authorities allegedly found a shortage of 140 dollars in his accounts.
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Slingsby Seeks Estate Claim in High Court Action
London June 27 In a dramatic High Court action Lieut Charles Reynard Slingsby of San Francisco seeks to prove legitimacy of his infant son and claim vast Yorkshire estates worth about 50000 a year. Counsel asked to dispatch a commission to America to take witness evidence as part of the legitimacy suit with a hearing set for a fortnight hence.
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Germans Revolt at Taxes Over Army Expenditure
London based report from the Daily Chronicle Berlin correspondent notes new taxes to fund the army are provoking widespread protests across the empire. Enormous meetings and growing opposition mark the drive, with 118 petitions against the imposts received by the government from diverse associations nationwide.
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New Holbein Found Portrait Sold for 1700
The Times reports a newly discovered Holbein portrait of Sir Thomas More, painted in 1547, sold recently to an American collector for a high price. The piece came from Rotterdam and was auctioned in London in April for 340 guineas, bought by A. H. Buttery. Experts deem it a superb Tudor work, likely by Holbein around 1527, once cleaned revealing its finest preservation.
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Gruesome Oddities Sold At Paris Auction House
In Paris at Hotel Drouot a petrified Patagonian figure two skin bound volumes and an Indian head drew a fashionable crowd. The Patagonian sold for 1640 dollars after a heated bid between a French Count and a South American impresario.
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Seven births in fourteen months shock Bavarian family
Berlin reports a Bavarian manufacturer family near Schontal with seven children born in fourteen months. In April 1912 four girls were born together, and yesterday the mother delivered triplets all boys, totaling seven since spring.
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Jewish Souls Placed on Vatican Index Expurgatorius
Paris June 297 A book by Father Coube titled Jewish Souls has been placed on the Vatican Index Expurgatorius. The work argues the origin of Jewish hatred for Christ and Christians and describes an anti eucharistic form arising from that hatred.
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Paris Fashion Breaks Records With Daring Debutantes at Auteuil
Paris June 27 fashion at the Prix de Drags shows Summer 1913 to be bold and diaphanous. Lace and tulle dominate, with draped velvet kimono bodices, capes, and sheer tunics. Hats grow large, while hosiery and corsets fade. many wear theatrical tights and white or cream gowns. Notable attendees include Mrs. Perry Belmont, Princess de Faucigny Lucinge, and Mrs. W. E. Vanderbilt, among a long list of social figures in lace, chiffon, and satin ensembles.
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Welcome to the Rivalry Across the Atlantic in Sport
The Times editorial lauds Anglo American sport rivalry after recent contests. It notes Americans now rival the English speaking world in many sports and hopes honors remain evenly divided, with close contests dependent on small moments of luck.
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G A W Young Divorced in English Court
London June 27 a decree of divorce was entered against George Archibald W Young now resident in New York. The court granted Mrs Mary C Young's petition on cruelty and misconduct. She said he abused her after 1907 marriage in Yorkshire and left for America July last year. He claimed independent means and stock exchange work.
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New York
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American and Japanese university baseball teams honor
In Tokio a reception hosted by Arthur Bailly Blanchard, Chargé dAffaires, marked ties between Keio University and Stanford University. California players depart tomorrow aboard the Nippon Maru for San Francisco. In St Petersburg a report says sixty Mongoliama lamas died in a pagoda fire at Kwei Hwacheng near Mongolia. details from a dispatch.
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Fall denounces Huerta as traitor and assassin in Senate
Senator Fall of New Mexico branded Provisional President Huerta a "treacherous assassin" in a Washington speech. He urged repeal of the arms embargo and claimed U S influence harmed Mexican sentiment toward Americans, citing alleged financing and property losses. Senator Smith proposed ceding northern Mexican mining lands to settle American claims. The resolution was sent to the Foreign Relations Committee.
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Rebel Victory at Ortiz War News From Douglas Arizona
Gen Obregon, rebel commander at Ortiz, telegraphs that fighting ended after seven days with 39 cannons and 5 machine guns captured from Federals. Rebels seized 3 carloads of ammunition, hundreds of Mauser rifles discarded, Ojeda’s car taken, and many Federals killed. Losses unknown, prisoners wounded. Francisco Garcia, Federal Governor of Sonora, says Ojeda retreated to Guaymas ready to fight again.
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Many Leave Vera Cruz on Government or Rebel Missions
Vera Cruz June 7. Great activity is shown as prominent Mexicans depart for government duties or join rebel forces amid shifting political tensions. The city awaits further details on assignments and potential impacts on regional stability.
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Rebels Loom Over Fortunes Amid Exile Flights
Incoming and outgoing steamers bear messages and refugees as Mondragon and Pedro Castillo depart on American and other ships. General Luis Torres, former Sonora governor, sails on a Spanish vessel heading toward Arizona via Texas to lead government forces near the Americas border.
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Diaz Denies Plot Against Huerta As Fabrication
Mexico City June 21 Gen Felix Diaz and Gen Victoriano Huerta deny a sensational report that Diaz conspired against Huerta after the Madero fall. The two leaders say the story is false and note that Mondragon’s absence would have prevented any plot.
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Moore and McLean Win at International Harness Event
Judge W M Moore of New York captured multiple first prizes in Class 29 for pairs over 16 hands and Class 38 for four-in-hand teams 14 to 15.2 hands. Edn B McLean of Washington won with Pride 6 in the singles, while Moore’s Marcel and Burgomaster placed in the harness horse classes. Moore also judged Lady Seaton the best animal in the 15 to 15.2 hands single-harness class.
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Poincare Starts Home After Royal Farewell in London
President Raymond Poincare parted from London after a brief royal visit. King George the Fifth, the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Connaught, and dignitaries saw him off at Victoria Station amid enthusiastic crowds. The royal train carried him to Dover and then to a French warship with a procession of ships in rainbow colors.
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King Alfonso backs US Legation to Embassy in Madrid
Madrid June 27 King Alfonso in an interview welcomed raising the United States Legation in Madrid to embassy rank to cement deep ties between the nations. Negotiations among Spanish officials and presidents Taft and Wilson progress, with Spain pressing for the change. A bill to raise Madrid post to an embassy was considered by the Senate on June 18.
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