Famed diplomat Kaiser and Austrian court intrigues
In 1808 context of Kaiser Wilhelm I's diplomacy and Vienna court customs, Archduke Francis Ferdinand's influence grows amid German rulers' attention to Princess Hohenberg. The piece notes Franco-Austrian ties, sea voyage inheritance quirks, and French legal quirks on forced bequests, illustrated by Marquise de Fontenoy.
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Baroness Moncheur Godfather Prerogative Explained
The piece discusses the ancient prerogative of a sponsor at a christening, noting Roosevelt’s ineligibility due to religious differences and European practice where Catholic or Protestant monarchs act as godparents. It also covers Lord Ashburton’s upcoming visit, his lineage, business ties, and historical diplomacy links to the United States.
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French Metal for Canal Medals to Honor Isthmian Staff
A ton of copper pipe from French excavators and locomotives, bronze bearings from rolling stock and machines, and 200 pounds of tin found in a Panama warehouse will be shipped to the Philadelphia Mint. The metals will be used to cast bronze medals presented by the President to Isthmian Canal Commission employees with two or more years of service on the isthmus. Medals are expected to be ready for distribution early next year.
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Bible better known in England says Brooklyn pastor
The Rev Dr Parkes Cadman told two hundred clergymen that Bible knowledge is wider in England than America. He cited the saloon man and the Scotch drunkard as capable Bible students and commented on English preachers. The remarks opened the Manhattan Congregational Ministers Association ninety sixth annual conference at Cadman's church.
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Miss Ella Herbert Hosts Birthday and Wedding Day Party
Miss Ella Herbert daughter of Victor Herbert hosted a birthday party at 321 West 18th Street celebrating her nineteenth birthday and the wedding day of her friend Miss May O Gorman to Dudley Malone. Attendees included the O Gorman sisters and Kenneth Horton among others.
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Dudley Malone
Miss O'Gorman
Kenneth Horton
Thomas Kaveney
Alfred Rose
William D. Davidson
St. Jim Ebert
Edwin Dreves
Carl Springer
Private Chicago cemetery proposed for pets by mayor
Chicago officials moved toward a private pet cemetery with an ordinance to bury cats and dogs. J. J. Miller of the Mascoutah Kennel Club backs the plan after securing land option on fourteen acres. Mayor Busse directed the corporation counsel to draft the measure.
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Warner Sherwood Dead in Office Turmoil Darkens Port
Warner Sherwood, once chief of the silk division in the port appraiser office, died Tuesday night. Appointed in August 1897, he oversaw annual silk appraisals of 950 million. Discord arose with supervisor Wilbur F. Wakeman, and he remained in post until January 19 when Secretary of the Treasury Leslie M. Shaw demanded his resignation.
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the Treasury
Weather report and forecast from Washington district
Tropical disturbance near Charleston and low pressure by New England affect the Atlantic states with rain from Maine to Florida and the east Gulf, while much of the west remains fair. Forecast calls for clearing later this week, strong northwest winds along coasts, cooler conditions inland, and continued rain on the north Pacific coast with snow in the northern Rocky Mountains.
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Tschaikovsky Freed After Eleven Months in Prison
Russian revolutionary Nicholas Tschaikovsky was released on 25000 bail in St. Petersburg after eleven months and five days. He plans to visit his mother in Kazan province and hopes to return to England. he remains under police surveillance and cannot depart Russia without permission. A Paris and New York belated defense effort raises funds to cover the bail, with Americans urged to contribute about 8500 to complete the loan.
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Norman Hapgood
Collier's Weekly
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Hawley Firm Suit Continues in Supreme Court
Mrs Charles Levee wife of the French aeronaut testifies that William Hawley Co prospered since 1893 and she lent money for firm maintenance. She says the $34350 claimed by her brothers was for household expenses and her share of profits per their mother s will. The cross examination reveals a mortgage payment loan and a marriage disclosure. Justice Erlanger warns counsel to change methods as trial proceeds.
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Rev Dr Kinsman Elevated as Delaware Bishop in Wilmington
The Rev Frederick Joseph Kinsman was consecrated bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Delaware at Trinity Church Wilmington. The ceremony was led by Right Rev Tuttle of Missouri with assists from Bishops Miles of New Hampshire and Whittaker of Pennsylvania. Memorial services followed at the grave of Rev Alfred Lee.
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Miles
New Hampshire
Whittaker
Pennsylvania
Edward M. Parker
Lawrence
Massachusetts
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Metropolitan prepares La Habanera at the Opera House
Raoul Laparra directs the first New York production of La Habanera at the Metropolitan Opera House slated for late 1908. Jean Noté arrives from Paris to take the lead baritone role, joining a French season noted for its grim plot and a cemetery setting in the final scene.
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Princeton Seniors Elect Officers
Princeton University seniors choose F A Dillon as president and Newton R Cass as vice president for the class of 1903 J C Brush of New York is elected secretary and treasurer.
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New York
Boston Diocese Celebrates Centennial With Pontifical Mass
In Boston's Cathedral of the Holy Cross the centennial observance of the diocese opens with a solemn pontifical mass led by Papal delegate Archbishop Falconio. Archbishops Farley and Quigley and many bishops attend as letters from Pope Pius and President Roosevelt are read and applauding crowds hear calls for religious tolerance.
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Three Theatres Host Rehearsals For Hammerstein Opera Campaign
Three Manhattan venues including the Manhattan Opera House and Victoria Theatre are in daily use as Hammerstein's grand opera plans unfold. Stagings shift for the Philadelphia Opera House and Amsterdam Opera House crews rehearse while the Garden Theatre welcomes Henry B. Dixey's company to perform The Devil for an open run.
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Broadway News: Graces and Plays Stir The Stage
Miss Grace George returns to present Give and Take for Mme de Greac with Worthingy and Max Freeman in the cast. Next week she tours New England in Divorcons. George Fawcett negotiates London presentation of A Gentleman From Mississippi at Bijou. Maugham writes for Marie Tempest. Frohman to secure manuscript in London. Translation of What Every Woman Knows to appear in London before U S debut with Maude Adams. Harry Woodruff joins William Morris vaudeville circuit next Monday. Burr McIntosh to tour lecturing The United States Today, with 8. Goodfriend as manager.
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President Roosevelt Walks 12 Miles in Rain
President Roosevelt and General J Franklin Bell left the White House in a chilly steady rain for a long walk. They traversed muddy roads for about twelve miles and returned soaked and muddy with no secret service escort.
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Fiery Inscription on Monument to Captain Wirz Inscribed
The Georgia Daughters of the Confederacy reported they placed a monument inscription for Captain Henry Wirz of the prison at Andersonville. Mrs. Walter Lamar of Macon noted the committee refused to be intimidated and cited a quotation accusing Wirz of cruelty to federal prisoners.
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Suffrage Topic Sparks Disapproval at Pennsylvania Meet
Mrs. Rachel Foster Avery of Swarthmore, a niece of Stephen Foster, faced strong opposition from about six hundred Federation delegates in Pittsburg on October 28 when she tried to raise woman suffrage during her address. The chair urged her to stay on topic.
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Letter Responds to Night Riders Influence in the South
A correspondent argues that broad publicity of the Tennessee Night Riders murder harms Southern prospects for capital and settlement. He urges resilience, cites postwar recovery needs, and asks readers to distinguish sensational crime from regional progress and dignity.
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Bryan era in Texas roils voters over Trusts and ballots
Fort Worth readers hear a letter from W M Long arguing against disfranchisement and political bosses in Texas politics. The writer labels trusts as dominant and urges independent voters to back William H Taft for a fair, square deal for all races. He cites Senator Bailey and Waters-Pierce and calls for broad support for Taft in the upcoming municipal contest.
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PAYS PICKPOCKET VICTIMS' LOSSES IN PORT CHESTER
In Port Chester police say Eddie Fritz known as the Owl attempted pocket picking during the Taft and Bryan visit. Fritz offered to reimburse fifteen victims and pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. Judge Wilcox fined him $50 and he repaid most losses. He left town with a brother of The McManus.
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National Campaign Commentary From Multiple Newspapers
A compilation of editorial snippets from The Buffalo Express The Philadelphia Ledger Schenectady Union Philadelphia North American Washington Post Boston Herald Washington Star and The Washington Star excerpts discuss Alton B Parker Taft Bryan and Roosevelt era politics. They question Parker's campaign role and reflect on voter conscience and tariff policy amid looming November elections.
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Bryan
Mosenthal Chapman Marriage Notice
On Wednesday October 28 Alice Esterly daughter of William Henry Chapman to Philip James Mosenthal. Evelyn J Leger to James A Van Wagenen at Montreal October 27 1908 by Rev Richard Hewton. Noices of marriages and depths must be indorsed with full name and address.
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New York City
Woodlawn Cemetery Accessible by Harlem Trains
The Woodlawn Cemetery is readily accessible by Harlem trains from Grand Central Station Webster and Jerome avenues trolleys and by carriage Lots $150 up Telephone 4853 Gramercy for Book of Views or representative office 20 East 23d St New York City Frank Fe Campbell 2413 West 234 St Chapel Private and public ambulances Tel 1324 Chelsea.
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New York Tribune Opens File of Aspirants for Public Posts
Special Notices announce a fresh file of applications for various positions, now available at the Uptown Office of THE NEW YORK TRIBUNE at 1364 Broadway between 36th and 37th Streets. Office hours run from 9 a m to 6 p m.
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Tribune Subscription Rates and Overseas List
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