Paris Exposition Triggers Burglary Temptation
A Vienna loan exhibition of gold smith treasures opens amid record displays of emeralds diamonds and opals. Royal items including Princess Metternich and Princess Reuss pieces are shown as authorities anticipate massive security and talk of a peace congress during arms buildup.
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Loxpon
Berglar
Vienna
Prince Schwarzenberg
Metternich
Reuss
Duke of
Nassau
Napoleon
Ae Ceesien
Scotland Yard
Calne
Peace Congress Planned Amid Military Buildup in Paris
Loroox April 20 reports a proposed International Peace Congress to convene in Paris on June 23 and the four following days, as nations prepare militarily even as they seek diplomacy. The note suggests France could be at war or in upheaval, while implying satire on global powers balancing peace talks with armament.
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Ita
Paris
Lord Salisbury
Loroox
France
International Peace Congress
Paris Fever Builds Over Coming Show Exhibits
Paris prepares for a May 6 spectacle with orations fireworks and music as Americans flood hotels and shops raise prices. Reports from Brussels and Rome discuss clerical influence and Boulangers return to power, while Dillon remains unrivaled in Europe as a funds collector.
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Paris
Brussels
Rochefort
France
Ey Po
Boulanger
Dillon
Europe
Willing to Shed Blood Over Newfoundland Fishing Rights
Retired officers and Newfoundlanders urge the Imperial Government to curb French interference with local fishing rights. They threaten to take the law into their own hands and shed blood if necessary to defend the rights, a revival of old tensions amid broader peace efforts.
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Loxpox
Deradl Ffieldship
London meeting May eighth to discuss improving Indian wheat quality
London hosts a gathering of leading British merchants on May eighth at Viscount Cross's invitation to discuss improving Indian wheat quality. India now stands as England's third wheat source after Russia and America. Cross and other patriots believe England can surpass rivals in supplying the market, with protectionist ideas shelved for now.
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London
Viscount Cross
India
Russia
America
England
Salon to Be Better Than Usual This Year
Critics and the Paris salon will be above the average this year though Gerome Detaille and Meissonier will not be represented due to exhibition engagements.
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Loxpor
Paris
Gerome
Detaille
Meissonier
Caught in Their Own Tows Canadians Face Prosecution
Ottawa officials report receiving from New York post office authorities a large number of requests as Canada enforces the ban on green goods purchases. The action targets individuals who sought to buy restricted items, signaling intensified legal steps and potential prosecutions.
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Ottawa
Ont
New York Post Office
Vessel wreck identified. crew perished north of Cape Hatteras
April 20 report from Life Saving Service states the wrecked schooner John Hay of New York, three miles north of Cape Hatteras, has been identified. All crew died before aid could arrive. Also noted are miscellaneous ads for mourning silks, cigars, furniture, and cabinets from local vendors.
European firm seeks trusted agent for lifetime earnings
Advertisement from Schilling Stollwerck & Co offering a branch opportunity in New York. Seeks a gentleman with good address, cash of at least 1000 dollars and bonds of integrity. Applicants must state age occupation and provide references. communications will be confidential.
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Schilling, Stollwerck & Co
Street
New York
Budget Friendly Suits Loom In For Working Men And Boys
A store promotes low price clothing in Cassimere Worsted and Cheviot suits for men who need to save money. Prices start at 5 for dark mixed Cassimere, 7 for Worsted, 9 for Cheviot, with broad assortments including kilts and short pants, knee pants, dress suits, and tailor-made options plus Easter, confirmation gift incentives.
Shoes Offer Deep Discounts Across All Styles and Sizes
A saturated ad promises a mammoth stock for baby to woman with a 20 to 25 percent saving on every purchase. It lists men shoes in sizes 5 to 11 priced at 129, 198, 250 and 3 dollars and ladies dress shoes in multiple leathers and sizes 2 to 8 with prices of 150, 198, 250, 3 and 350 dollars.
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Kaufmanns
Dunlap
Youman
Knox and Miller
New Season Straw Hats and Caps Arrive for All Styles
A large shipment showcases children's straw hats and the latest season novelties in cloth and felt hats and caps. The shop features popular styles and emphasizes consistently low prices across all headwear options.
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Periahel
EsPrgiauly
Conena India
Huevas & Hacks
Awe
Smoxe
Havana
Key West
G. W. Somutns
Hucus & Hacker
Market St
Pitta
Wrhssa
ROYAL
Royal Baring
Powder Co
Wall St
Herbert Walker
Ap2i-Sa
Boston Novelty Store
Wood St
el Saants
Jardiniere
Sancha Ciores
ING Goods
Rome
H. G. Hayden & CO
Apiiwsa
Germany
N. G. Lloyd Steamer Main
Baltimore
O. Max Schamberg & Co
A7thfield Street
Pittaburg
Ruben
Ruben’s
J. Diamond
Optician
Sixth Street
Petrce
Houseehepha
Taslage & Son
8 Diamond
Market Spire
Korn Blum
Fifth Avenue Telephone
Psu
L. Glesenkamp & Son
Penn Avenue
Wren
Thos. Beecham
St. Helens
Lancashire
B. F. Allen
Canal St
United States
Beecham
Household Credit CO
Wood Street
Pittsburg
Fifth 1
Avenue
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