Consul General McWade Dismissed Over Certificates Charges
Robert M. McWade, United States consul general at Canton, China, was removed by President Roosevelt. Assistant Secretary Peirce reported strongly in favor of the charges after traveling to the Orient to examine several Chinese and Japanese consulates. The dismissal order has been sent forward. The case concerns improper certificates and related accusations, though specifics are withheld.
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Oyster Bay
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Peirce
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Dr Chase's Blood and Nerve Food Promises Youthful Vitality
An advertisement touts Dr Chase's Blood and Nerve Food as a tonic for the elderly, claiming it strengthens heart action and blood circulation, rebuilds worn nerves, and halts aging. It urges weighing before use, offers a free book, and lists Clifton BE as main druggist in Frederick, Md, with a 50 cent price.
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China bound certificates and tornado notes in 1910s items
Reports cite improper issuance of certificates to Chinese bound for the Philippines or the United States and discuss excessive fees. A cyclone in Raleigh area wrecks buildings and injures residents, while a Chicago wedding links Edith Miller to Dr Law Keem. National Council LL D of A M meets in Washington. Fair layoffs hit Manila exhibit staff. Fourth Class postmasters appointed. Captain A I Miller dies in Virginia.
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Kong Kong
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Kuropatkin Official Report Clears Liao Yang Defeat
The report credits General Orloff with failed to hold the Yentai mines, detailing retreat from Liao Yang to the north bank of the Taitao river on August 31 under night cover. It notes under 17 000 casualties, cites courage of troops, and suggests preparations for wintering at Harbin amid a stalled Japanese advance near Liao Yang.
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War Office
Harbin
Port Arthur Under Bombardment and Russian Resolve
A Chinese source from Chefoo reports Japanese bombardment at Port Arthur continues daily. Russians, led by Lieutenant General Stoessel and General Balashoff, fortify northeast lines at Rahlungshan and Kikwanshan while enduring poor rations and scant sleep. The Chinese observer notes Japanese fort construction and ongoing English mentions provide morale challenges.
Countess of Yarmouth Returns to Former Home
The Countess of Yarmouth, once Miss Alice Thaw of Pittsburg, has returned to America on a visit without her husband. The couple wed in April 1903 in a highly talked about ceremony.
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America
Port Arthur in critical defense amid Japanese bombardment
The report describes Port Arthur on the north shore of Pigeon Bay facing escalation by Japanese forces. It notes 16 large hospitals, field hospitals at forts, trench and outpost fortifications, and daily bombardments. A Sept 9 shell killed a Chinese laborer. meat and flour are scarce, ammunition is insufficient for a long resistance, and fortifications are prepared for demolition if the assault succeeds.
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Grafton Intercept Plan Tied to Lena Role Off California
British cruiser Grafton returns to Esquimalt after rapid run from Comox as tension rises with Russian auxiliary cruiser Lena near San Francisco. Grafton prepared to sail to halt Lena if US orders quit San Francisco harbor, while US policy on Lena looms large. Indefinite shore leave suspension and high steam pressure signal readiness for action.
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Woman's Body Found in Trunk Off Cleveland Dock
The body of a young white woman, identified as Mrs Inez Smith of Cleveland, was found stuffed in a trunk under a lakefront coal dock. She disappeared September 10 after a dispute with her husband Samuel Smith who allegedly had another wife. Police suspect murder and note two trunks were seen removed from the home earlier.
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Assassination Plot Denied by Mexican Police
Mexico City police deny United States press reports of an alleged conspiracy by two Spaniards from Barcelona to assassinate President Roosevelt. They say no advance information was received and would have led to immediate arrests if true.
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Parker Goes to New York for Meeting and Hotels
Esopus New York September 15 Judge Parker sails to New York on John B McDonald s Sapphire yacht to meet political friends and arrange hotel apartments. Higgins ticket favored by Republicans in state convention while Woodruff fights for unity and Odell and Platt oppose concessions. Maine election shows Republican gain with 27430 plurality. New Jersey Democrats prepare for governor nomination with Black Ferrell Katzenbach and other leaders.
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Hudson County
South Jersey
Thomas M. Ferrell
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