Peace Conference Plans For Future
Brit and United States delegates exchange views on projected propositions for periodical meetings and agree to combine them. The US favors five years but would accept seven with a possible extraordinary convocation for grave developments. Britain focuses on naval warfare protection against Germany. Contraband stance splits Britain from allies France and Spain abstained. US and Germany oppose Britain, suggesting broader understandings may follow. An amendment on a general court of arbitration allows withdrawal on six months notice without changing core principles, noting modern communications render longer notice unnecessary.
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Brit
United States
Hague
Great Britain
Germany
France
Spain
Reed
Tweedmouth Defends Imperial Naval Policy in Lords
Lord Tweedmouth urged the imperial conference to consider naval questions and praised the government for promising careful review of the all-ied route. He warned the conference moved toward risk of war with colonies over naval defense, citing colonial contributions as proof of Britain’s fair handling. Canada differs by not paying direct costs but has taken docks and harbors to aid.
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Tweedmouth
London
Lord Brassey
House of Lords
Lord Tweedmouth
Canada
New M P of Hornsey Lord Ronaldshay Tours East and Persia
The new M P for Hornsey, son of the Marquis of Zetland, has toured extensively in the East and Persia. His travels yield Himalayan trophies and two travel volumes. He endured a 14,000 foot Himalaya snowstorm and witnessed an avalanche that killed an English telegraphist and eight native assistants at a recently disturbed government building site.
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M. P
Hornsey
Ronaldshay
Marquis of Zetland
Middlesex
East
Persia
Himalayas
Booth Reveals He Has Chosen Successor For Salvation Army
London General William Booth on a motor tour announced in Blackburn that the news of his death would publish the successor’s name. He left sealed directions with solicitors. Bramwell Booth is believed the likely successor with Howard and Booth-Tucker as alternates.
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Booth
London
William Booth
Salvation Army
Great Britain
Blackburn
Army
Framwell Booth
Howard
Booth-Tucker
Bramwell Beth
Coast relief rule after Dr Monti nvambert visit
Federal officials decide to relieve Ottawa and all Pacific coast municipalities of lever expenses following Dr Monti nvambert's coast visit. The move aims to cut costs for local agencies and streamline government operations.
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Ottawa
Pacific Coast
Montinvambert
Jegis
Brazilian Railways Deal Outlined by New York Syndicate
New York Times reports a syndicate led by Sir William an Horne and William Lanman Ball plans 2000 miles of Brazilian rails linking Rio de Janeiro to Montevideo. The Sorocabana line, leased by the syndicate, may bear 19 million in state bonds. ports at Para and Rio Grande do Sul are targeted with Maine firms forming entities. William T. Van Brunt is noted as a major investor.
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New York
the Times
New York Canal
William An Horne
William Lanman Ball
Brazil
Rio de Janiero
Montevideo
Uruguay
San Paulo & Rio Grande
Sorocabana
San Paulo
Port of
Para
Maine
Rio Grande Do Sul
William T. van Brunt
St. Joseph
Cancer Research Work London 1906 7 Imperial Fund Report
The Imperial Cancer Research Fund presents its year 1906 7 report to the general committee led by the Prince of Wales. Superintendent Bashford notes progress in experimental cancer research showing how local and constitutional factors relate to cancer origin and the change driving rapid cancer cell growth.
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London
Imperial Cancer Research Fund
Prince of Wales
R. Bashford
Colonies clash over radio treaty approval in commons
In the Commons Sir Philip Sasoon objected to government ratification of the radio-telegraphic convention without House discussion. He warned a thousand colonies were not consulted on a common action basis at the imperial conference as Canada becomes a central contact point between east and west. Haldane said the government seeks the Canadian standard license form. Colonial premiers shared the imperial view for free message interchange between ships and stations, proposing a convention giving them control.
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London
Philip Sasoon
Canada
Haldane
Coinage to Move to Ottawa Mint This Fall
The Canadian Royal Mint, the first mint outside Ottawa to be named royal, is due to complete conversion in November. After that, all coins will be minted in Ottawa, shifting profits of about 500000 dollars to the Dominion government. Dr Bonar returns to England and will reside in Ottawa this fall. Experts will be brought from England, but most staff will be Canadian.
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Ottawa
Canadian Royal Mint
Empire
London
Otawa
Bonar
Royal Mint
England
Canada
Dominion steamer to run Liverpool Canada line with triple engines
London firm Harland and Wolffare builds the Dominion for the Liverpool Canada service. The steamer combines turbine and reciprocating engines in three installations with three propellers. No details yet on Canadian Northern stock or London offices.
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London
Harland & Wolffare
Dominion
Army seeks Trakhener stallions for breeding program
Berlin reports Germany plans to ship several full blooded Trakhener stallions from the royal breeding farm near the Russian frontier to the stock farm at Fields Place in Kentucky's bluegrass region. The move aims to bolster military horse breeding and stock ahead of requisition needs.
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Berlin
Royal
Fields Place
Lessons on Leviticus and the Path to Holiness
A 1907 religious reflection notes Leviticus themes of divine dwelling with Israel and the holy life required. It links Christ as the OT fulfillment and high priest, cites Aaronic offerings, Priestly consecration, and obedience, warns against improper fire before God, and urges sanctification through truth and Spirit.
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American Press Association
Moses
Jesus Christ
Israel
Visiells
Aaron
Eople
Siomon
Carmel
Elijah
Abel
Christ
Ananias
Sapphiriia
Corinth
David
Farmers Plan to Hold Wheat at One Dollar a Bushel
The Society of Equity farmers union includes a nationwide push to store wheat until it reaches at least $1.00 per bushel. Steel tanks costing about 150 dollars each are being installed by farmers in the Northwest to store thousands of bushels, with members pledging not to sell below a dollar and to seek higher profits. Speculators face a firm, well financed effort as farmers prosper and can withhold sales.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Society of Equity
Farmers’ Union
Northwest
Aea Troli
Large grant approved for Lord Cromer in Britain
Both houses passed a 250000 pound grant to Lord Cromer after his resignation as British agent and consul general in Egypt. Premier Campbell-Bannerman announced the royal message in the Commons for the special pension. Lords supported it unanimously, Commons by a large majority, while Nationalists and Labourites protested that Cromer already had salary and pension and that Egypt should pay if needed.
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London
Lord Cromer
Egypt
Campbell-Bannerman
House of Commons
House of Lords
Lord Cremer
Will Build Cruisers London Policy Outlined by Lord Tweedmouth
In a Lords discussion on naval matters Lord Tweedmouth, first lord of the admiralty, said the admiralty plans a new and extended cruiser construction policy to be brought forward next year. He stressed that cruisers safeguard commerce while battleships act as sea policemen.
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London
House of Lords
Lord Tweedmouth
Admiralty
Summer Tours on the Canadian Northern to the East
The Canadian Northern Railway offers a reduced round trip fare of 39.70 dollars from Winnipeg to Kincardine with similar low rates from all stations to eastern destinations. Many travelers are taking advantage of the sale due to the comfortable equipment and favorable schedules. Contact any Canadian Northern agent for rates and details.
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Canadian Northern Railway
Kincardine
Winnipeg
Fishing Season Extended on Lake Winnnipeg
Ottawa grants extension of the fishing season on Lake Winnnipeg from August 1 to August 30 due to late opening of the season. The move affects local anglers and fishery regulations.
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Ottawa
Lake
Winnnipeg
Berlin Plans Electric Railways in Germany and Abroad
The Berlin government under Herr Witte will send a commission to the United States to study electric railroad systems. The aim is to electricize all Berlin railways and parts of major lines across Germany.
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Berlin
Herr Wittefield
Public Works Department
United States
Germany
Berlin-Munich Long Distance Photo Telegraphy Tests
The government loaned a direct wire system for experiments led by Prof. Stern of Munich to Berlin. Photos of Emperor William and the Crown Prince were transmitted and developed faultlessly. Further tests are planned next week from Berlin to Munich.
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Berlin
Prof. Stern
Munich
William
Prof
Stern
Indian Chiefs Leave London After Failing Mission
Two Sioux chiefs who met King Edward in London to air grievances have departed for Canada. Before leaving they visited one audience and left a message for the mayor saying they came to honor Pocahontas in memory.
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London
Edward
Canada
Pocahontas
Shells Explode Near Ships in Navy Manoeuvres
After naval exercises, reports confirm premature shell bursts. Admiral Toucham notes bad results beyond small guns with Safern six of twelve, Republique one of five, Carnot three of five, Jaureguitariby similar, and St Louis eleven of twelve. No accidents due to black powder. melinite might have caused accidents.
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Paris
Toucham
Matin
Safern
Republique
Carnot
Jaureguiberry
St. Louis
Troubles in Belfast May Foresee Ireland Protests
The Belfast lice troubles may trigger protests and strikes across Ireland as unrest grows. Requisitions seek meetings. authorities warn of limited Belfast outbreak while government orders Wicklow and Kildare police to Belfast. Wicklow officers show strong solidarity with Belfast constables.
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Belfast
Ireland
Dublin
Wicklow
Kildare
New Steel Making Record for United States Steel
United States Steel reported a new quarterly earnings high for the quarter ending June 30 1907. The company posted net earnings of 45 503 705, up 5 378 672 from the same quarter last year after a board meeting.
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New York
United States Steel Corporation
Turmoil in Tangier as French cruiser arrives
After the Galilee reaches Tangier, calmer conditions are hoped for at Casa Blanca though about 20 000 Mussulmen crowd the city. Agitators preach holy war while reports recount brutal native atrocities including burnings stabbings and mutilations of victims and even children aiding torture.
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Tangier
Galilee
Casa Blanca
Duelling to be Curbed by Havana Provisional Government
The Havana provisional government orders the secret police to halt duelling after a clash that left a journalist slightly injured. Governor Magoon says he will issue a drastic decree if current laws fail to stop such hostile meetings.
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Havana
Magoon
Immigration via Montreal Through July 30 100000 Settlers
From January to July 30, about 100000 settlers passed through Montreal from all globe regions except the Orient. They include second and third class travelers who disembarked at Quebec or Montreal to seek homesteads or work in Canada.
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Montreal
Globe
Orient
Canada
Quebec
Railway Commission Expands to Meet Growing Workload
The annual report to Secretary Cartwright shows a major rise in board activity with 1,800 applications handled last year, up from the previous year. Plans are in place to add staff to keep pace with expanding business and increased responsibilities.
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Railway Commission
Ottawa
Board of Railway Commissioners
Cartwright
Bayoneta Origin Traced to Bayonne France 1670
The name Bayoneta derives from Bayonne France where it originated in 1670. This etymology ties the blade’s label to its French roots and early adoption in maritime contexts.
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Bayonne
France
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Ezekiel
Cromer
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