Kitchener Made Viscount as Grant to Peace Efforts Stirs Debate
King Edward grants Lord Kitchener £50,000 for securing peace in South Africa before the coronation and elevates him to viscount. Irish Nationalists vow to oppose the grant. Pretoria reports surrender of the Boers at Vereeniging, with plans for peaceful transition, relief, and restocking. General Botha calls the war’s end “the happiest day” as Boer leaders reconcile with the new government.
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London
Edward
Lord Kitchener
South Africa
Paliament
House of Commons
Arthur J. Balfour
Grant
John Dillon
William Redmond
Swift MacNeill
Kitchener
Lord Roberts
Soudon
Pretoria
Vereeniging
Church Square
Baden-Powell
Botha
Schalk-Burger
Transvaal
Beyers
Botha and Delaney
Europe
the Times
Natal
England
Lyttleton
Chamberlain
Orange River
Coffee vs Postum Saves Franklin Man From Dyspepsia
A Franklin, Pennsylvania woman recalls her husband’s long battle with indigestion headaches and nervousness blamed on coffee. After switching to Postum, with a staged gradual reduction of coffee, his headaches subsided, digestion improved, and he now prefers Postum over coffee, advocating it to others.
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Franklin
English May Build Fast Atlantic Line
London June 4 The Shipping Gazette states J Pierpont Morgan plays no part in the Cunard Line plan to form a fast Atlantic service that will be wholly British owned With Cunard declining to join the Morgan combine Liverpool business men back the move Admiralty officers visited Liverpool to consult with Cunard and other shipowners It was rumored in Parliament that the Morgan syndicate offered 11 000 000 for Cunard including two new steamships
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London
The
Shipping Gazette
J. Pierpont Morgan
Cunard
Cunard Line
Morgan Combine
British Mercantile Marine
Liverpool
Combine
Admiralty
Cunard Steamship Company
Morgan Syndicate
Cunard Company
London Man Pleads Guilty In Morgan House Robbery Bid
John Barkley, brought from Bow Street, pleaded guilty at Old Bailey to attempting to break into J Pierpont Morgan Jr at his London residence. Police sought American Identification as they described Barkley as a likely criminal. A struggle preceded his capture. revolver keys and lockpicks were found.
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London
John Barkley
Bow Street
J. Pierpont Morgan, Jr
Old Bailey
Barkley
Jimmy
Eight Miners Die in Welsh Colliery Gas Explosion
Eight miners were burned to death when a gas explosion occurred at Guest, Keen & Co. colliery in Dowlats Glamorganshire Wales on June 4. The disaster ended the lives of eight workers in a single incident.
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London
Guest, Keen &Co
Dowlats
Glamorganshire
Wales
Oceanic Delayed by Gale Reaches Queenstown After Night At Sea
The White Star Line steamship Oceanic commanded by Captain Cameron arrived off Queenstown at 10 40 p m after departing New York May 28 a gale prevented landing at the port and the vessel proceeded to Liverpool with malls and passengers aboard.
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Queenstown
White Star Line
Oceanic
Cameron
New York
Liverpool
German gun at Krupp factory promises armored-ship penetration
Berlin June 4 Herr Krupp has perfected a gun whose projectile can penetrate the thickest armor plate his factory makes The test trials have impressed Em William who has secured a promise to reserve the weapon exclusively for the German navy.
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Berlin
Herr Krupp
Em William
Aoe Oe
Will Not Experiment in London
LONDON June 4 M Santos-Dumont has abandoned his aeronautical experiments in England and will sail for New York in the near future leaving London for the United States.
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London
M. Santos-Dumont
England
New York
Herbert Succeeds Lord Pauncefote as British Ambassador
Washington announces two diplomatic changes. Michael Herbert becomes British Ambassador, replacing the late Lord Pauncefote, while Senor de Ojeda succeeds Duke de Arcos as Spanish Minister in Washington. Herbert, now senior in rank, is at Paris with ministerial status, and Arcos departs to Brussels for better eye treatment.
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Senor de Ojeda
Morocco
Duke de Arcos
Spain
Washington
State Department
Michael Herbert
Lord Pauncefote
Herbert
Paris
United States
Brussels
Diplomat Michael Henry Herbert of Washington Years and Matrimonial Ties
The article outlines the career of Michael Henry Herbert born 1857, detailing posts in Washington, The Hague, Constantinople, Rome and Paris, noting his Minister rank under Sir Edmund Monson. It highlights American wife connections to influence Anglo American entente, and his upcoming salary parity with Paris ambassador. It notes peers with American wives and mentions Senor de Ojeda succeeding the Duke de Arcos with credentials.
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Michael Henry Herbert
C. B
Sidney Herbert
Washington
the Hague
Constantinople
Rome
Paris
Edmund J. Monson
France
Mr. Herbert
United States
Great Britain
Foreign Office
Henry Howard
Miss Riggs
Francis R
Astors
Senor de Ojeda
Duke de Arcos
Tangier
Roosevelt pleased with appointing Herbert to Washington
London officials express keen satisfaction over Herbert's appointment to succeed Pauncefote in Washington. The Foreign Office reports the King has approved the move and President Roosevelt is pleased, with strong confidence in Herbert's success once gazetted.
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London
Foreign Office
Herbert
Lord Pauncefote
Washington
Roosevelt
Rioters in Lenberg Galicia Pillaged Shops and Carts
In Lenberg Galicia riotous strikers pillaged shops and carts and had to be dispersed by troops. Many persons were injured.
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Vienna
Lenberg
Galicia
Forty Pound Tumor Endangers Duluth Longshoreman
A Duluth longshoreman treated at St Marys Hospital developed a forty pound sarcoma on his right side over four months. Doctors feared surgery impossible as the growth extended from mid back to the breastbone, with skin issues. the patient left hospital with friends to care for him at home.
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Duluth
St. Mary's Hospital
Olsen
Olson
Yaqui Indians Trap Mexican Troops in Major Battle
Tucson dispatch reports a widening Yaqui uprising as 73 Mexican troops led by General Torres were ambushed in the Mazatan mountains east of Hermosillo. Thirty soldiers were killed including Captain Celso Gomez and Lt. Jose Valero. fifty Yaquis were said killed. Survivors fled to Hermosillo after a hand to hand fight as Mexicans ran low on ammunition.
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Tucson
Ariz
Torres
Mazatan Mountains
Hermosillo
Celso Gomez
Jose Valero
Sonora
Luis Torres
Lorenzo Torres
Nogales
Aguajito
Express Companies Now To Pay Foreign Duties
The Treasury Department adopts a New York customs port plan to speed express imports. Each morning carriers deposit a lump sum to cover duties, then packages are inspected in storage with officials. Duties are paid from the deposit, reducing delivery time by eight to ten days and easing tourist baggage duties.
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Washington
Treasury Department
New York
Shaw
Sub-Treasury
Census Report on Liquor Industry Invested Capital
The Census Office bulletin for the census year ended May 30 1900 shows $457 674 087 invested in liquor manufacture across 2 850 establishments. It lists product value at $340 615 466 with expenses including $14 301 444 salaries, $28 005 484 wages, $183 089 796 miscellaneous costs, and $70 512 042 for materials and fuel.
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Philadelphia Times
Washington
Census Office Today
Army Resignations and Promotions From Artillery Corps
The Army posted resignations and promotion examinations for Artillery Corps officers. Names include Second Lieutenants Homer B. Grant Francis W. Ralston Willis R. Vance Charles M. Bunker John S Johnston and captains Harry E. Smith Henry D. Snyder with reporting and examination orders at various boards and Fort Monroe Governor's Island and Port Monroe. Naval movements list ships Lancaster Hartford Kearsarge Hannibal Olympia and others with docking and voyage notes. The battleship Illinois will depart the Mediterranean for ceremonies and a review.
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ARMY
Homer B. Grant
Francis W. Ralston
Willis R. Vance
Charles M. Bunker
John 8S. Johnston
Harry E. Smith
Henry D. Snyder
Clavin Dewitt
Army Medical Museum
Washington
Rush 8. Wells
Eighth Cavalry
Jefferson Barracks
T. L. Sherburne
F. L. Davidson
Frank Thorp
Fort Sam Houston
George Palmer
Henry H. Bentham
John I. Rodgers
Governor's Island
Port Monroe
Colonyl
John P. Jory
Clermont L. Best
Albert 8. Cummins
Frank R. Keefer
Henry Page
Frank E. Harris
Artillery Corps
Story
Fort Monroe
Lotus Niles
Alfred 8. Morgan
Charles H. Hilton
D Jr
Edward L. Gi W
Hudson T. Patten
Elisha G. Abbott
Gar- Ball
Robert G. Paxton
Nicaraguan Bill Discussion Opens in the Senate
Senate debate centers on the isthmian canal project with Chairman Morgan urging advancement. Major General Brooke retirement passes. House action touches anti anarchist and Amatechrist bill discussions. Military Affairs panel calls for General Wood to disclose Cuba expenditures, but the measure is laid on the table.
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Senate
Isthmian Canal
Morgan
Brooke
HOUSE
House Committee On Military Affairs
Wood
Cuba
Debate on Isthmian canal opens with Morgan asserting Nicaragua focus
Senate session in Washington features Sen Morgan of Alabama defending the Nicaragua route and downplaying seismic dangers to both the Nicaragua and Panama options. He cites Colombia’s politics as a US risk and reviews diplomatic talks on routes. The day also sees routine legislative actions and minor bills advancing.
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Washington
Senate
Morgan
Alabama
Panama
Nicaragua
Mr. Morgan
Colombia
United States
Nicaragua Canal
Canal
Panama Canal
Merry
Associated Press
Isthmian Canal
Hale
Jerome E. Morse
Navy
Threequarters
Senate considers Isthmian canal bill as indemnity land measures pass
The Senate, without finishing the Military Academy bill, began debate on the Isthmian canal bill at 2 o clock. It also passed a joint resolution authorizing Minnesota to file selections of indemnity school lands after field survey but before plan approval.
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Senate
Minnesota
Anti-Anarchy Bill Debated in House as Rockefeller Gift Progresses
The House debated the anti-anarchy bill with speakers Powers Nevin and others while a resolution to audit General Wood’s Cuban administration expenditures advanced. Separately Bryn Mawr College warned Rockefeller’s $230,000 gift may lapse if $250,000 funding isn’t secured at today’s commencement addressed by Richard Watson Gilder.
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House
Powers
Massachusetts
Judiciary Committee
Senate
Lanham
Texas
M. Carey Thomas
Bryn Mawr
John D. Rockefeller
Thomas
Bryn Mawr College
Rockefeller
Richard Watson Gilder
Century
Reading
Caroline Brown Bourland
Illinois
Margaret Baxter MacDonald
Virginia
House committees act on statues and submarines bills
The House Committee on Library ordered a favorable report on a 50 000 dollar appropriation for a Baron Steuben equestrian statue in Washington. The Naval Affairs Committee postponed indefinitely the NY Rep Cummings bill for 30 more submarine torpedo boats. Voting on the postponement split along party lines. Public Lands committee favorably reported bills granting Alabama 90000 acres of mineral lands for schools and giving Minnesota rights to select school lands after survey.
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House Committee On Library Today
Baron Steuben
Washington
House Committee On Naval Affairs Today
Representative Cummings
New York
Yeas—Foss
Dayton
Butler
Mudd
Watson
Taylor
Lessler
Nays
Loudenslager
Cousins
Rixey
Kitchin
Vandiver
House Committee On Public Lands Today
Alabama
Minnesota
President nominates numerous officials and officers
The President sent multiple nominations to the Senate including collectors, appraisers, customs officials, postmasters, and medical officers. Appointments span districts such as Maryland and Baltimore, with further nominations in Kentucky, Ohio, Nebraska, Cuba, and more. Also named are Revenue Cutter Service officers and engineers across several ranks.
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Washington
Senate
Internal Revenue
District of Maryland
Phillips Lee Goldsborough
District of Baltimore
C. Ross Mace
Knoxville
James
Benjamin H. Ridgely
Kentucky
Nantes
France
Joseph I. Brittain
Ohio
Kehl
Emeer
Seon E. Holaday
Santiago
J. Bacher, Nebraska, Cienfuegos
Cuba
Albert P. Merriam
Phoenix
Pretoria Consulship Open After South Africa Peace
With peace in South Africa the United States must appoint a new consul at Pretoria capital of the late South African Republic. The post was vacant after Adelbert Hay's death, temporarily filled by William D. Gordon. Salary is $2,000. last year's total fees were seven dollars.
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Washington
South Africa
United States
Pretoria
William D. Gordon
Fire Record At North Of Walstice Damages Pets
A local fire incident near North of Walstice caused damage to pets and property. Fire crews responded quickly, preventing further spread while investigators determine the cause and any potential injuries.
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Serene
Walstice
Pension Certificates Issued Across States
Washington reports pension certificates issued dated May 14 with names from Pennsylvania Maryland and Delaware. Entries list recipients such as Frank Young Atoweng Morrison New Galilee and William Bears Bakeraville with varying sums from $4 to $24 and widows recognized including Mary Ellen Clark and Alice Martin. The list includes original and renewal pensions and special acts across multiple counties and cities.
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Pennsylvania
Frank Young
Atoweng
Morrison
New Galilee
Robert Hunter
Amos Sharpless, Jr
Kennett Square
Fryan Pineton
William Gibbons
Waynesburg
Wilson
van Auken
Egypt Mills
Avid McCallicher
William Bears
Bakersville
John B. Hanna
William H. Showman
Normalville
A Strate
Philadelphia
David Moore
William Carson
Rural Valley
William Malone
Orbisonia
William Ayres
Grant
Ira Richardson
Little Elk
Jeson
Glenner
Harrisburg
William Coatesville
Charles W. Miller
Calvin
Adolphus D. Libby
Hastings
Cas * Hughes
Newton Hamilton
James Sarah
Jacob Haas
Easton
Howell
West Alexander
John
Wimner
Stoneboro
David W.blair
John Wypant
of. City
William Emery
Clifton Heights
Mary Ellen Clark
Wright
Litchfield
Helen A. Everett
New Milford
Katery
Manchester
Joel G. Jones
Octoraro
Alice Martin
Uniontown
Rosa Urbabn
Japan's Mercantile Marine Growth Reported by London Globe
From the Bulletin Economique of Indo China M Duball notes Japan's mercantile marine expanded over 3.5 years adding 315 steamers and 3242 sailing vessels with tonnage gains of 127,392 and 264,562 tons respectively. By 1896 Japan had one steamship above 5000 tons and now has 21. Ship officers total 15,412 with 15,108 Japanese and 304 foreigners, engineers 2,701.
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London Globe
M. Duball
Japan
Bulletin Economique of
Indo-China
Japanese Mercantile Marine
Mercantile Marine of Japan
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New Jersey
Robert Watson Gilder
East Pembroke
Taylor Hall
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Army—asssistant
W.L. Keller
Charles ©. Billingstea
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F. J. Haake
Gorge M. Daniels
George C. Carmine
D. DeOtto
Herman H. Wolf
Philip G. Scott
Frank B. Goudey
Eugene Blake, Jr
William J Wheeler
Jacob Smock
Spotswood
Rotent Tae Moe
Thomas A. Harris
Haleyville
Ellen Lee
Henry Furrow
Creek
John ‘ Bowen Baltie Apleville
Om Green
Charles H. ‘Beaman
Lonaconing
Anna 'Heal
Baltimore
Delaware
Akha S. Webb
Milford
Eliza Johnson
Magnolia
Mercantile Marine
Philaphia
Cunningham Piano Co
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