24 May 1902
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
1
A historic advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a life saver for kidney disease, claiming it purifies the life stream, removes waste, and prevents uremic poisoning. It features testimonials and urges sufferers to try the remedy, alleging dramatic personal recoveries and renewed hope.
A formal luncheon aboard the Gaulois follows a ceremonial handshaking with the President, the Gallic party including Mme. Renae, and officers amid a Washington return last evening. The luncheon featured a generous deck reception and improvised but ample fare as the presidential party moved to Washington.
Scientists warn that Vesuvius like eruption may occur with greater violence. They note eruptions grew longer apart and more intense, with May 3 mud flow, May 8 blast destroying St. Pierre, and a powerful May 20 event. Two outcomes possible: a larger explosion or renewed quiescence for decades. Also Swarthmore College seeks funds, with Clothier offering 100000 contingent on 600000 raised. 150000 already subscribed.
London reports cabinet adjourned with belief the South African war is practically over. Vereeniging talks may bring Boer leaders to accept British terms, though cautious steps in London and Pretoria aim to avoid premature action. Boer delegates remain in Pretoria amid hopes of a resolution. Haiti’s civil war appears to be ending after Crete A. Pierot lands Antenor Firmin. Nicaragua assures base line changes favor US canal project. Senator Dryden sick with malaria at Bernardsville home.
Special Dispatch reports Lord Pannonfote of Pesston, British Ambassador to the United States and dean of the diplomatic corps, died this morning in Washington.
Reports about the destruction at the original site indicate that at least several thousand persons were killed and property losses reach approximately 50 million dollars. The April earthquake events are summarized with this dire toll and economic impact.
In Washington on May 2 a temperate speech by Mr. Duboise warned that annexation of the Philippine Islands would harm American labor. He argued cheap labor from Japan and China could flood markets in the Orient, with the U S policy provoking China’s rising strength and threatening global trade.
Washington May 24 A warrant was issued for General Frank W. Palmer public printer charged with violating the anti smoke law at the government printing office If convicted heads of the agricultural department and other officials face similar action Pension Day In the House The House voted to private pension bills and minor measures approving 105 bills The House adjourned for Rochambeau ceremonies $100000 For Treatment Of Cancer Mrs Collis P Huntingdon offered 100000 to General Memorial Hospital for cancer and allied diseases to form a Collis P Huntingdon fund
An unclear fragment discusses Hong Kong being safer than Chicago, a pre commission state, and mentions a committer refusal to call witnesses. The text is garbled with stray terms like adopted treaties and islands, offering no coherent event or date.
The report notes friendly sentiments toward pardons for Cuban prisoners. A general amnesty bill passed with no opposition yesterday, with a similar measure introduced in the Senate awaiting final action next Monday. A resolution of thanks to the president, Congress, and the people was adopted.
In Baltimore on May 24 Harry Walsh of Canada a welterweight was nearly knocked out in nine rounds by Young Peter Jackson at the Eureka Athletic Club. Referee Mantz stopped the bout after Walsh wavered before the tenth round and Jackson was credited the decision. The match had been scheduled for twenty rounds.
Count Tolstoi is seriously ill with gastric fever. Frederick W. Eberhardt of Chicago killed his wife after becoming angered by late meals.
Long struggle and rumors of peace dominate the Pennsylvania coal fields as miners and owners seek to avoid ruin. Conference at Wilkes-Barre with National President Mitchell signals possible new moves while soft coal demand prompts recruiters. Jeffries and Fitzsimmons sign details for July 25 bout in San Francisco with revised stakes and forfeit. Cholera cases decline in Manila as a U.S. freighter faces delays.
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