Poincaré’s London Visit Plans Amid Grand Pageantry
English metropolis readied for a state visit by President Poincaré with flags banners and mottoes adorning streets. Buckingham Palace banquet to honor him features a royal service of plate and a gold printed menu, while naval displays and ceremonial crowds mark the event despite a cannon accident and security quiet as the French leader travels incognito through the capital.
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Duke of Marlborough Sued Over Ancestral Debt
A court case involves Alexandre Herard suing the Duke of Marlborough claiming payment of 12 000 dollars with interest for an ancestor's debt. Attorneys argue the debt is not the current obligation of the family and that the court should clarify the matter.
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Oscar Straus Flies in Flying Boat at Westchester Hub
Former Progressive gubernatorial candidate Oscar Straus rides a Curtiss flying boat, described as a foot-spread craft, piloted by J A Vilas of New York. Straus compares the ascent and glide to a smooth water takeoff, recounting multiple trips over the bay and along the inland shore with friends aboard.
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Airman Drowns After Fall in Durango Flight Test
An airman, Patrick Fairbairns, drowned off Shoebury near Durango while testing a new 30 horsepower aircraft. He fell from about a thousand feet as a friend nearby watched. The accident marks the 65th aviation death since January 11, 1913, with no details yet released by officials. General Ojeda reportedly surrendered in Sonora after four days of fighting, but reports were denied by the constitutional junta.
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Swiss plan for international conference on child labor
Berne June The Swiss Federal Council set September 16 as the date for a conference of delegates from parliaments of principal industrial nations invited by the Swiss government. They will consider an international agreement to restrict employment of girls and boys below specified ages and to fix a maximum ten hour day for youths within certain age groups. An international governmental commission will meet September 15 to arrange a program for periodic exchange of statistics on the application of protective labor laws.
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Westinghouse Medal Awarded by German Engineers
Members of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers visiting with families attended the German Engineers meeting. King Frederick August of Saxony was an interested visitor. Dr William F M spoke on development and modern progress. The German Society voted to award the Grashof Memorial Medal to George Westinghouse, inventor of Pittsburgh Mittshureh.
China To Remain Republic Says Tang Shao yi
Tang Shao yi writes President Yuan Shih kai denying any intent to restore the Manchu dynasty. He asserts China is committed to a democratic, self governing path and that no counter revolution could succeed. Tang, former Premier of the provisional government, is retiring and out of politics.
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Mexican National Railway heads resign amid unrest
June B 1, the president and general manager of the Mexican National Railway System, resign citing financial strain and difficulties operating in a rebel infested country. The government commission interference is seen as a major factor and many American staff are expected to follow suit.
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Wilson Stands By Jews Won't Renew Moscow Treaty
The Standard reports President Wilson would only renew the commercial treaty with Russia if American Jews can freely enter the United States. The White House and State Department offered no comment on the claim that renewal was blocked by Russia over Jewish entry rights. Taft previously abrogated a 1802 treaty over Russian discrimination against American Hebrews, and the issue has lingered since.
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Cousin of Thaw Killed In Railroad Tragedy
John Ross, forty, cousin of Harry K Thaw, was struck by a Pennsylvania Railroad train at Hooke near Layrens Franklin Penn on Sunday. An inmate at Polk State Institution for Feeble Minded, he had escaped recently. authorities believe the death may have been self inflicted.
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Caruso and Melba Sing at Covent Garden
London audience filled the Opera House Covent Garden for La Bohème as Caruso and Mme Meth appeared together. The Queen attended in a blue gown with diamonds, flanked by the Prince of Wales, with Princess Victoria nearby, while the King watched from a royal box.
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Servia Accepts Russia Arbitration Amid Cabinet Turmoil
A diplomatic dispatch reports Servia signaling acceptance of Russian mediation under the basis of the same treaty. The move follows pressure from allied powers and hints at a reforming cabinet led by M. Protis Interior Minister. Bulgaria declines the Balkan premiers meeting in St Petersburg to discuss the crisis.
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George Graves Divorced From Lia n Boyly in June
Noted English vaudeville comedian George Graves is granted a divorce from his wife, Lia n Boyly, amid reports of Graves touring America. Graves rose to fame in provinces and London stages including The School Girl and Veronique before leading roles in General Dennis and The Little Michus on Daly's Theatre, then touring the United States.
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Lian Boyly
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Loren
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Conquenard
Interior announces policy to aid irrigation farmers
Secretary Lane announced a government reclamation policy aiding farmers who settled on public projects. It orders a temporary cut to one third of final building charges and sets a minimum nine cents per acre payment. Unpaid balance is deferred to future water right instalments.
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Chinese delegate likely to visit U.S. for thanks
A special Chinese Republic delegate will travel to the United States to convey thanks for American recognition of the republican government. Dr Wu Tingfang, former Chinese minister in Washington and ex-foreign minister, is likely to lead the mission, with duties to be assigned in due course.
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Illinois at Antwerp Arrives With Cadets for Two Weeks Stay
The United States Battleship Illinois arrived in Antwerp today with 24 naval cadets aboard. The ship will remain for two weeks, allowing the cadets to do considerable sightseeing and tour the city.
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Boy Imitates Allen’s By Shooting Up Court
A youth attempted to shoot up a District Supreme Court chamber while awaiting parole, firing three times. Bullets risked prosecutors, a detective, jurors, and officials as the unbalanced defendant lunged with a revolver and was tackled.
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Commission in Europe study shapes U S cooperative farm relief plan
Southgate, vice-president of the American commission studying European cooperative marketing, reports Germany’s amortization system as a likely model for U S legislation. He travels to London en route home after three weeks in Germany. The mission, supported by Ambassador Page, plans further London visits and study through July 19.
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England
Suffragists Plan Wreck Near Devonport Tunnel
A suspected militant suffragette attempt to wreck the London Plymouth express in a Devonport tunnel failed when a motor car found two heavy sleepers wedged on the rails just before the train passed. Mrs Heatrice H Saunders, financial secretary of the Women's Social and Political Union, and five others were sentenced to fifteen months for conspiring to damage property but were released on convalescence due to health and hunger strike.
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Moore Prize Winner at London International Horse Show
Judge W H Moore of New York won the event with his bays, taking top prize in the four-horse class. McMoore’s Menelia and Phyllis took second in the 14 to 16 hands class, Edward B. McLean of Washington placed third with Lady Ditham and Tieington Better. Moore also won first in the 16.2 hands pairs class with Lord and Lady Seaton, while Boston’s J Sumner Draiser earned third in another pairing with Numbus Billington and Nimble.
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Washington
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Tieington
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Nimble
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Muller at seat college town inspection attracts minister
Muller visits a college town where Dr Laure Iniler, Innall's Minister of Foreign Affairs, and his party focus on agriculture and veterinary departments. He spends time in inspection and leaves for Smale that night.
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Smale
Gorham Silversmiths Leather Bags Lead Travel Line
Gorham expanding leather goods with travel bags suit cases and purses made in house. New features include aluminum framed suit cases right and left locks drop front ladies bag and separate toilet article compartments. Prices range from 14.50 to 450 with many sizes and finishes including cowhide seal alligator and pigskin. Gorham will design and make custom pieces.
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