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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1903
Page
1
London dispatch discusses the Belgrade massacre and rising Balkan tensions, noting Ottoman and Russian interests, plus the tariff controversy in Parliament. It analyzes Liberal and Unionist strategies, leadership prospects, and the likely electoral battle with Asquith favored for Commons leadership.
A detailed account from a Serb provisional government insider describes the Belgrade palace murder of King Alexander and Queen Draga. Conspirators, led by Maschin, used dynamite and sabres to kill the royal couple after a two hour palace chase, then killed the adjutant, the Queen's brothers, the Minister of War Pavlovics, and the Russian attaché fled. A prior plot involved a Bohemian cook in the royal kitchen.
Wireless message from Sir Thomas Lipton's yacht Erin confirms the Shamrock III and flotilla are all well after a stormy crossing about 95 miles from Sandy Hook. Captain Matthews relayed a 107 mile transmission via De Forest relay, with preparations to reach Quarantine and Erie Basin for inspection and rigging.
Rome reports a rumor that the pope is dead reached Pope Leo XIII who rebuked the notion noting his age and longevity. His doctor fears he may need bed rest tomorrow as his years weigh on him and any small cause could endanger his life.
Telegrams from Vienna and Berlin caused a stir in Rome as reports suggested possible pope illness. Vatican visitors noted no real change in the Pope’s condition, though he remains weaker than after his last hemorrhoid attack and grants fewer audiences. He received several individuals including Rev. Father Murphy, rector of the Irish College.
Monsignor O Connell rector of the Catholic University said the Pope’s health rumors were exaggerated. He told the President this relief came during the visit before O Connell sails for Rome where he will be received by the Pope.
The city prepares for the triennial Saengerfest of the Northeastern Saengerbund with $25,000 in lights and decorations. Thousands arrive as preparations include a 135 piece orchestra and a chorus of 5900, including 2500 school children, with venues lit for the festival.
Yale led 6 1 in the seventh but Princeton rallied in the ninth to win after a two out rally. Wells Davis Ameli and Purnell sparked the decisive scoring as Stevens struggled in muddy conditions. The game lasted two hours and thirty five minutes before a crowd of over eleven thousand.
Chief Inspector Cochran arrives with a team to investigate the promotion syndicate and rent contracts at branch offices. Inspectors question clerks, review employment ties to political machines, and probe time clocks and favoritism as Senators and officials monitor potential misconduct.
Civil Service Commissioner Procter's report supports Seymour W. Tulloch’s charges that the Washington post office operations were directed by department officials including former First Assistant Postmaster-General Heath. The findings allege irregular hires and promotions bypassing exams to favor individuals, with multiple new appointments prior to free delivery and transfers that centralized control under the department. The report highlights systemic Civil Service rule violations and notes Postmaster Merritt faced pressure from superiors in implementing these practices.
The Civil Service Commission report to Postmaster General Payne upholds violations of Civil Service law at the Washington city post office by Seymour W. Tulloch. It disputes Perry S. Heath and suggests office work served personal and political ends.
The District of Columbia government through the Corporation Counsel filed civil proceedings against James M Watson now in jail for alleged embezzlement totaling 973.00. The suit seeks recovery of the money with attachments on his automobile and a jointly owned bulletin sheet. Watson may challenge attachments as not debt or fraud related. He remains jailed due to lack of a bail bond.
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