Royal Ascot Amid Weather Doubts and Royal Pageantry
London dispatch reports crowded Ascot attendance despite dull skies and rain earlier. The royal procession to Windsor impressed as the King shows progress toward recovery, while Colonial Indian forces in London prepare for the coronation with Major Biggar coordinating entertainment at Alexandra Palace and Lord Minto returning in good health.
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Crisis in Fight Today Shaler Struck Down
Major Ira A. Shaler, contractor for Section 4 of the rapid transit tunnel near Forty-first Street and Park Avenue, was struck by a falling rock weighing 500 to 600 pounds. He sustained a skull fracture and spinal injury and lay in critical condition at Presbyterian Hospital. His colleagues—William Barclay Parsons, George S. Rice, and C. E. Fraser—were uninjured as they inspected the site after a blast.
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C. E. Fraser
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Senate caucus faces doom for reciprocity with Cuba
The June 17 report argues the Republican caucus likely to reject the Platt Spooner reciprocity bill. It details President Roosevelt’s uncertain strategy, possible special session, and the risk to Aldrich’s leadership if the conference fails. It notes Cuba’s fragile economy and potential shifts toward Britain or Germany.
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Rhode Island
London Reports Plot to Assassinate King EdwardMedium
Sensational London story claims a plot to kill King Edward was uncovered by Scotland Yard. Officials refuse to confirm or deny the report, noting no arrests and suggesting the illness at Aldershot was a diplomatic ruse while Windsor readiness hints at danger. Crown, police remain reticent awaiting further details.
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All Colonies Pacified by Boer Surrenders Declared
Lord Kitchener reports that seven hundred Boers surrendered at Bloemfontein and that all surrenders in the Transvaal and Orange River colonies are complete. In the Transvaal 11 225 men surrendered with 10 813 rifles handed in and in the Orange River Colony 5 395 men surrendered with 5 280 rifles. Cape Colony totals awaited. He has handed the South African constabulary to civil authorities as military needs end.
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Government rejects wartime tax on De Beers mines
London June 17. Colonial Secretary Chamberlain told Thomas Gibson Bowles in the House of Commons that the government does not intend to ask De Beers and other South African diamond and gold mines outside the Transvaal and Orange River colonies to contribute to war costs.
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House of Commons
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Orange River
Interview with Kemp yields Boer strength and losses
Commandant Kemp, Delarey’s lieutenant who surrendered at Mafeking, arrives in Kimberley and supplies figures on the war. He estimates about 50,000 Boers in the field, 1,500 of 6,000 attacked at Colenso, lighter losses at Spion Kop, and heavier tolls at Brankepruit and Vinkenfontein. He notes Boer fighters entering cities for intelligence and that his troops did not wear khaki.
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Pretoria
Roberts Dispatch Highlights Canadian Contingent Gallantry
The Official Gazette prints Lord Roberts field dispatches from South Africa. He commends the Canadian contingent for losses at Cookson’s camp on March 31 and notes gallantry of Lieutenant Bruce Arruthers. Civilians Lady Henry Bentinck Bernard N. Baker Mrs. George Cornwallis West named. Victoria gifted four woollen scarfs in April 1900, with Private Richard Rowland Thompson among recipients.
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Australia
New Zealand
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Rush for homesteads sparks mass rush in Idaho lands
At noon today 1,200 men and boys rushed the ceded Fort Hall Reservation to claim homesteads and mineral lands. Many were mounted and armed, with about a thousand more starting later with pack animals. By 2 pm Pocatello lay nearly empty as signs of trouble appeared and multiple parties aimed at the same lands.
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Van Hoesen Predicts New Tammany Leader Emergence
Ex Judge George M. Van Hoesen says Tammany Hall will soon have a single leader chosen by political evolution. He notes Murphy McMahon and Haffen lack power and predicts James J. Martin could head a campaign committee while Croker remains abroad. He doubts Murphy and Carroll will secure lasting leadership.
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Marshal Lee Arrested for Contempt in Brooklyn Case
City Marshal William H. Lee, summoned to testify before the grand jury in the Stromberg extortion case, was arrested for contempt after failing to appear. Judge Crane released him on his own recognizance to testify tomorrow and set Friday for contempt proceedings.
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Royal procession to Ascot Heath amid state parade
London June 17 The royal procession left Windsor Castle for Ascot Heath with Queen Alexandra and the Prince and Princess of Wales among participants. King Edward was absent. The eight carriage parade, drawn by four horses each, opened a formal state procession for the court.
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New York to Colorado Colorado Special Advert
Travel ad for the Colorado Special train from Chicago at 6 30 p m daily via Chicago and North Western and Union Pacific Bus offering a round trip fare of 25 dollars. Offices 287 and 461 Away. Manhanset House Shelter Island now open for guests.
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Veterans vs Young Workers Spark Street Department Debate
Commissioner Woodbury of the Street Cleaning Department criticizes the veteran act which ranks 1861 65 veterans ahead of all others. He argues it forces him to hire older, less capable workers, hindering winter tasks and daily street cleaning. He urges prioritizing current fitness over veteran status for public labor needs. POCONO MOUNTAIN SPECIAL for Delaware Water Gap advert follows.
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