Royal Titles and Wealth of Edward VII Previewed
London reports government reforms replace Victoria titles with E R 1 after Edward VII accession. Parliament may raise the royal income by about 120000 pounds yearly and crown lands yield 2750000 dollars. Queen Victoria's private estate valued at 40 to 60 million dollars, with Beatrice and Balmoral inheritance hinted.
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London
Jan
Edward VII
Victoria
Regina
Edward
Madward
Beatrice
Prince Henry of
Hattenburg
Osborne House
Balmoral
Beotland
Duke of Connaught
Barber Killed in Robbery Attempt on Edward Hall
In San Francisco a robber was fatally shot by Mall during a botched burglary at 122 Taylor Street. A companion escaped but was later captured nearby. Hall survived when a cartridge failed to explode, ending the assault.
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San Francisco
Jon
Edward H. Hall
Taylor Street
Mall
Hall
Pugilist Acquitted in Philadelphia Fight Case
A jury acquitted boxer Donaven, a Philadelphia pugilist, of the charge related to a prank on another Palade fighter during a sparring match. The ruling clears the defendant of alleged knock-out administration in the incident.
New Steamship Line Aims Seattle to London Route
Seattle may gain a steamship line to London via Manila Hong Kong Singapore and Calcutta if the China Mutual Steam Navigation Co carries out plans. The Yokohama line will extend to Puget Sound with Pingm ney due about Feb 15 and Moyune arriving a month later. If voyages prove successful the company will establish a Seattle base and make it permanent.
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Seattle
London
Manila
Hongkong
Singapore
Calcutta
China Mutual Steam Navigation Co
Yokohama
Puget
Gigantic Rivers and Harbors Bill Debated in Congress
In Washington January, the rivers and harbors bill is framed to cover two years with total appropriations around 8.0 to 9.0 billion dollars. Critics call the measure the largest log rolling effort in congressional history as ships subsidies are used to push it through.
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Washington, D. C
Senate
Congress
Indians Take Over Cananea Camp in Mexico
Drunken Yaqui Indians controlled the La Cananea mining camp for three days near Sonora, causing several serious cuttings. American residents and Mexican cavalry finally restored order in the camp near Tucon.
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Tuscon
Ariz
la Cananea
Senois
Indiana
Obituary notices for Ryberg Tyler Graves Stainey Mallory
Ryberg aged 25 died yesterday. His wife Beattie Tyler aged 43 died yesterday at his villa on Nob Hin avenue. James A. Graves funeral held at 3. B. W. Stainey funeral held this afternoon at Bonney Stewart parlors. William M. Mallory aged 44 died yesterday afternoon at his residence Olive street.
Fortson Memorial Services Held for Capt. Geo H Fortson
Memorial services were held at the hall of the Fortson lodge for Capt. Geo H Fortson who was killed in the Philippines. John H Whalley's gavel, made from battle wood and engraved, was presented to the lodge by Gen. Metcalfe acting for Maj. Whalley. The Beattie Bar Association Washington volunteers and Pythians attended, with addresses on Fortson s connection to the bodies.
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Geo. Hi. Fortson
Philippines
Ee Lodge
John H. Whalley
Fortson
Banta ‘Ana
Beattie Bar Association
Washington Volunteers
Forteon
Metcalfe
Maj
Whalley
Bowman
A . Forteon
Eugene Hockina
Frank Coombs
Chas
Forteon the Soldier and Other Recitations Featured
A fragmentary program lists performers and pieces including Forteon the Soldier Fort eon the Pythian Forteon the Lawyer and Man and Citizen with names such as Sherwood Gorham Richard Osborn L Pred Brown Frank Coombe and R B Aberteon among participants in a midweek recital.
Cuba Sees Severe Cold Wave Across Havana
A sharp cold snap swept Northern Cuba with no warning, hitting Havana hardest. Shipping halted for three days as boats hesitated at the gate and many of the poor suffered amid the frosty spell.
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Havana
Cuba
Mutual Life Insurance Policy Issued To James Pearson
New York January reports that Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York issued a policy for 246000 dollars to James C Pearson president of Pearson Nail Co Bowton. Officers suspect misdealings and Pearson reportedly refused the initial payment terms. Police and auditors investigating the matter consider Pearson a key figure in the disputed policy.
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New York
Mutual Life Insurance
Vfe
Jas. C. Pearson
Pearson Nail Coe
Bowton
Eualians
Pearson
Ee Ees
Seattle Poultry Exhibit At Germania Hall Thrives
Citizens of high degree contest for prominence in poultry classes at Seattle show. Germania hall draws crowds as American classes wrap up and judging of prizes continues in Mediterranean and Asiatic classes. Incubators at work as eggs hatch while visitors watch the newborn chicks.
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Seattle
Germania Hall
Hitchcock
Pouttrz
Plymouth Rock
Ite
Burglary Report and Court Fines in Local Notes
A burglar entered the residence of L. D. Gilmer at 8 ½ Nineteenth Avenue last night and liverware was stolen. Geo. Malansas was fined 9 10 yesterday afternoon by Justice Cann for assaulting Harriman.
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A Burelar
L. D. Gilmer
Nineteenth Avenue
Geo. Malansas
Conta
Justice Cann
Harriman
Markets Chronicle Daily Produce Prices And Trades
Markets report brisk opening with 809 tons of California produce received yesterday, three quarters sold. Prices steady from yesterday as poultry remains slow. Fresh celery and best creamery butter cited, with grains, hay, and livestock prices listed across regional markets.
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California
Wholesale Produce and Meat Prices in Seattle Market Fragment
A fragmented list shows prices for fruits vegetables and meats across Seattle markets. Items include cranberries at $15.00 per barrel and bananas around $1.76 to $2.00, cucumbers, lettuce, onions, peppers, and different meats with per pound and per case quotes.
Venezuelan Gunboat Ordered to Caribbean Intercept Expedition
A Porto Rico dispatch reports the Mestaurador, ex Georgia Gould yacht Atlanta, now a Venezuelan gunboat, has been sent from Brooklyn to the Caribbean to intercept President Andrade's expedition described as an alibi or stalling effort.
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New York
Porto Rico
Mestaurador
George Gould
Atlanta
Brooklyn
Caribbean
Andrade
Russian Note Sours Tensions Over Korean Lease Talks
In Tokyo on January 6, dispatches report a Russian ministerial note sent to Korea on December 27 demanding explanations for Korea’s absence from consultations regarding a land lease and a whale rights concession. Observers suggest the move signals broader aims to press Korea and possibly pursue future leases in other areas.
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Tokio
Japan
Man
Mesamph
Richest suits and black dress skirts in bold fashion note
The listing highlights imported wooden suits with blouse effects and tight-fitting Gari baldi sleeves priced at 65.06 and 12.50 for black dress skirts in taffeta silk with appliqued drop skirts and accordion pleats, previously 618.00.
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America
Garibaldi
Severe earthquake shocks hit Tokyo and northeast Japan
Tokio was visited by a severe earthquake shock at four o clock Sunday with similar but less severe tremors felt throughout Northeastern Japan.
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Tokio
Japan
Death’s Secret shipswreck search near Japan
In the search for the lost ship Maru, authorities in Tokyo report no trace yet of the missing vessel and its crew. Divers hooked objects from depths and doubt remains whether any hull or bodies have been found. fresh gear will be needed to confirm the wreck and recover the captain.
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Torio
Japan
Y Mail
Buruga
Tennessee Mountain Life Drama to Be Presented
The Third Avenue will stage a high class matinee presentation of a Tennessee mountain life drama. The exosilent cast aims to deliver the drama in the most effective manner possible during the regular Saturday matinee.
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Third Avenue
Cnat
Tennessee Mountain Iife
Earls Court suit over Queen Victoria portrait sale
A fragmented notice from Earcs Court Avenue reports a civil suit involving art titled Queen Victoria and a dispute over ownership and a proposed sale. Court documents reference a 1205% stake claim and a contested transaction.
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Queen Victoria
How Li Hung Kills Time in Tokyo Domestic Routine
A Pekin correspondent describes Li Hung Chang’s daily regimen in Tokyo. He rises at six, records news and tasks in a memorandum, keeps a light breakfast, and receives visitors patiently. Luncheon at nine, a garden stroll, a seated hour, then calls or chats with friends, followed by dinner at six and reading English translations prepared by his son.
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Tokio
Japan
Pekin
Li Hung Chang
Vinitora
Hall Caine drama The Christian heads to Beattie theater
The Christian adaptation by Hall Caine plays four nights at the Beattie theater starting Monday February 4. It has drawn crowds in New York and Boston and features a strong Liebler & Co. company with two carloads of scenery. A Husband on Mary at Grand Opera House next week offers witty dialogue and a capable cast. Richards Pringle minstrel group at Third Avenue theater presents a distinct Seattle season act trio of bright ideas.
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Hall Caine
Beattie Theater
New York
Boston
Messrs. Liebler & Co
Grand Opera House
Richards & Pringle
Third Avenue
Coe
Seattle
Jones
Murder at Formosa Police Station Fight In Tokyo
In Tokyo a night attack by 50 armed robbers on the Chikutoki Hew office under the Formosa district office led to an hour of fierce fighting. Police suffered four dead and several wounded before retreating. Robbers looted 600 yen, burned the office, and destroyed secure documents. A Kagi detachment pursues the attackers.
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Tokio
Japan
Chikutoki Hew
K Diatrict
Formosa
Secial
Kagi Eendarmes
Jobbing Quotations Green Fruit Prices
Green fruit quotations list lemon prices at 2.00079.50 per box and lime prices at 6.50 per case. Cooking apples quoted at 50g 90c while eating apples range from 1.00 to 1.25 and fancy eating apples at 1.26 to 2.00. Navel or
Kidnaped to making a good impression on stage
Amusements describe a bright melodrama with clever comedy and elaborate scenery. The plunge from the Brooklyn bridge scene is highlighted as especially effective. A Saturday matinee is announced at the Third Avenue venue where the Tennessee mob comedy is playing.
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Brooklyn Bridge
A Lucky Boy
Miss Maud Smith aged 19 of Honolulu, worth a million dollars, married at Clarksville to Emmet Burke aged unknown, in a notable engagement reported from Paris Texas.
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Paris
Tex
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