Evans Leaves for New Post with Family at Depot
H Clay Evans the U S consul general to London departed this afternoon for New York where he will sail on the St Paul Wednesday for his new post accompanied by his wife and two daughters A large number of friends bid him farewell with three cheers as the train departed Meanwhile Secretary Root sends a draft bill to the house military affairs committee proposing a 190 40 appropriation to furnish medals for officers soldiers and others who served in the Spanish American war the China relief expedition and the Philippines insurrection and future campaigns to place soldiers on parity with sailors The president will inform Congress of the French governments Legion of Honor awards to Assistant Secretary Peirce Commander Rogers and Colonel Bingham and will seek authority for them to keep the decorations Medals will remain in the state department The Spanish treaty claims commission heard arguments on whether the US is financially responsible for depredations by insurgent troops in the Cuban insurrection John G Carlisle argued for claimants and the government will present its side tomorrow Senate confirmations include Tucker Adams Moe Worman Richardson and others Moody informed of findings of the Venice officers court of inquiry insulting the Chicago affair The cable from Admiral Crowninshield cast doubt on full court martial recommendations and the matter remains unsettled
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H. Clay Evans
London
New York
St. Paul
Root
House Committee On Military Affairs
China
Philippines
Congress
Legion of Honor
Peirce
Rogers
Bingham
State Department
Spanish Treaty Claims Commission
Troo
John G. Carlisle
Indianapolis Judge Admitted To Supreme Court
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports Judge Lawson M. Harvey of Indianapolis gained admission to practice before the United States Supreme Court on motion by Senator Fairbanks. Also, Indiana YMCA secretaries depart June 16 for a national convention in Washington, to be presented to President Roosevelt by Senator Beveridge. Senator Hale invites Hanna and Beveridge to Maine convention on June 11, but Beveridge cannot attend. Senate confirms Charles F. Donnahue as second lieutenant of cavalry.
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Indianapolis Journal
Washington
Lawson M. Harvey
Indianapolis
United States Supreme Court
Fairbanks
Indiana
Roosevelt
Beveridge
Hale
Hanna
Maine
Senate
Charles F. Donnahue
Indiana Volunteer Infantry
RETURN OF THE TAYLORS
Albert Vinton Taylor of Cincinnati and his daughter Margaret, kidnapped by her aunt to Italy, arrived aboard Kaiser Marie Theresa from Genoa Naples. Taylor will not prosecute. sister arrested in Bordighera May 10 after three years abroad. Margaret healthy. district attorney in Cincinnati may pursue other action.
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New York
Albert Vinton Taylor
Cincinnati
Margaret
Italy
Kaiser Marie Theresa
Genoa
Naples
Taylor
Brodighera
Two Men Burned to Death in Elizabeth City Fire
ELIZABETH CITY N C June 2 The Godfrey brick building burned early today killing two men W K Carter and Benjamin Ward The lower floor housed J R Bergerons saloon and the upper floor held Bergerons son Carter and Ward Young Bergeron escaped but his roommates were trapped as flames closed all exits Their charred remains were removed from the ruins this afternoon.
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Elizabeth City
Godfrey
W. K. Carter
Benjamin Ward
J. R. Bergeron
Bergeron
Carter
Ward
Oregon State GOP Victory Narrow Despite Portland Lead
Incomplete returns from scattered precincts show the Republican ticket victorious statewide with Governor still undecided. W. J. Furnish trails but a statewide margin around 10 thousand. George E. Chamberlain leads in Portland. Tongue re-elected to Congress, Williamson wins Second District for Republicans. Portland mayor race favors Williams over Inman.
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Portland
Ore
W. J. Furnish
George E. Chamberlain
George Williams
United States
President Grant
Doctor Knopf Sees Hope in Tuberculosis Cure at Sanatorium Talks
Detroit June 2. Dr A Knopf of New York argued tuberculous poverty can be cured in sanatoriums without climate travel. He urged specialized SO sanatoria, fresh air, sunshine and proper diet, funded by philanthropists shifting from colleges to treatment facilities. Dr Vaughan and Dr Dock backed the curability view and long-term eradication.
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Detroit
Mich
National Conference of Charities and Correction
A. Knopf
New York
Knopf
Victor C. Vaughan
Medical Faculty
University of Michigan
Vaughan
George Dock
Ann Arbor
Terms Granted Boers and the Peace Message Code
The piece reviews press behavior during peace talks, noting a Whitsunday gospel quote and a Daily Mail covert code using mining market news to convey progress. Alf Milner is identified as Lord Milner. Paxfontein gold farm stands for peace, with Boers as the vendors.
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Burleigh
Glasgow
Lawson
Daily Telegraph
Daily Mail
Paxfontein
New Pretoria
Alf
Lord Milner
Terms of Settlement Are Not Likely to Be Challenged
London reports quote Rear Admiral Lord Charles Beresford praising the terms as splendid and generous. Henry Labouchere predicts honors of war with guarded wealth, while John Burns suggests terms may be better than they seem. Parliamentary lobby opinions indicate opposition leaders unlikely to challenge essential points. Some Unionists see liberalizing financial and amnesty provisions as wise, yet disenfranchisement around Cape rebels from 12:00 to 13:00 is anticipated to avoid suspending the Cape Constitution.
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London
Lord Charles Beresford
Henry Labouchere
M. P
John Burns
House of Parliament
Cape
Cape Vy
Miners Strike Broadens Across Anthracite Mines
Wilkesbarre Pa June 2 United Mine Workers ordered engineers firemen and pumpmen at collieries to strike for eight hour day with current wages. Majority obeyed though many stayed on. Companies kept pumps running and report varied percentages idle. Mitchell claims about 8 percent idle with some foremen performing required duties while unions prepare further actions. Regions from Scranton to Shamokin show mixed compliance as officials anticipate more disruption and potential disturbances.
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United Mine Workers of America
Mitchell
Coal Bell
Lehigh Valley
Scranton
Shamokin
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western
Delaware & Hudson
Erie Companies
Susquehanna Coal Company
Pennsylvania Railroad
Nanticoke
Here
Reading Company
Jersey Central Railroad
Striking miners face union threats to halt soft coal use
New York June 2 members of the Safety Association of Engineers and the Firemen's Executive Union threaten to refuse handling soft coal in New York City. They say arrests for using soft coal spur action, risking factory and business closures as anthracite remains scarce. Blairsville Pa June 2 injunction sought to curb strike leaders, with mines operating but half the usual workforce. Patrick Dolan named in suit. injunction returnable next Saturday.
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New York
The
Safety Association of Engineers
Firemen's Executive Union
Blairsville
Patrick Dolan
Peace Jubilation After South Africa War Ends
Telegrams of rejoicing pour in from London and empire as peace with honor is celebrated. Crowds greet Lord Kitchener, Chamberlain, and the King at levees and public events. Telegraphs from Canada Jamaica India Australia report enthusiasm. schools dismiss and exchanges close for coronation preparations.
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Joseph C. Dimsdale
Mr. Chamberlain
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United States
Joseph H. Choate
Eylgop
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South Africa
Canada
Jamaica
India
Australia
Gibraltar
Malta
Cairo
Bombay
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Great Britain
Edward
Wiliam
Peace Broadcast Heard From Marlborough Tower Phonograph
At Blenheim Palace a giant phonograph with a horn was mounted atop the church tower. Reverend Aylmer Scott broadcast peace messages word for word to a half mile radius. The Union Jack rose and the community joined in a loud national anthem.
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London
Blennheim Palace
Duke of Marlborough
Consuelo Vanderbilt
New York
Aylmer Scott
Mixed reactions as peace ends war in South Africa
In The Hague on June 2 mixed feelings followed news that peace in South Africa is concluded. General satisfaction at ending the war sits with unvarying regret over Boer independence lost. Boer delegates in Europe faced isolation from negotiations and learned terms only through newspapers. Kruger declined visitors. Dutch papers say Britain gains little and express admiration for Boer courage despite sacrifices.
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the Hague
South Africa
Europe
Kuyper
Amsterdam
Kruger
Great Britain
Re Establishment of the Constitution in Cape Colony
Paris dispatches report the Municipal Council offering sympathy to Mr. Kruger as quotes praise for fighting for right. General Louis Botha telegraphs news of signing a peace accord and planned travel to Europe next month. The Temps notes the Cape Colony issue as potentially troubling Britain and warns self government reversal could menace stability.
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Kruger
Louis Botha
Brussels
Europe
Temps
Journal Des Debats
Cape Colony
Britain Faces New Danger as Empire Rebuilds
The text argues British su rveillance risks after the war with the rise of Afrikander influence. It cites Journal des Debats reflecting on Kitchener's "surrender" remark and notes Boers’ acceptance of Britain’s terms only because of those terms. It questions whether imperialist spirit will endure beyond peace.
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Journal Des Debats
Lord Kitchener
Great Britain
Boers Rejoice as Peace News Reaches Bermuda Prisons
In Hamilton Bermuda June 2 prisoners on Hawkins and Tucker islands celebrate peace in South Africa. Boer inmates sing God Save the King Old Hundred and Auld Lang Syne embrace English soldiers and cheer loudly. Governor Geary announces the peace to Parliament as the town decorates.
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Hamilton
Bermuda
South Africa
Hawkins Island
Tucker's Island
Reveille
Warwick Girment
Tucker Island
L. G. Geary
Peace Celebrations Spark Across Canadian Colonies
June 2 reports show widespread rejoicing as peace with South Africa is announced. Toronto notes half holiday and a 21 gun salute. Montreal proclaims general holiday and frees city prisoners. St Johns orders general holiday, illuminations, and a thanksgiving day. Cape Town designates June 15 as a church thanksgiving day.
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Montreal
Quebec
South Africa
ST. Johns
N. F
Cavendish Boyle
Joseph Chamberlain
Great Britain
Cape Town
St. George's
Surrender terms signed in South Africa met with quiet rejoicing
Melbourne reports the signing of South Africa surrender terms. Flags were raised and bells rung in calm celebration rather than boisterous demonstrations as Australians respond with subdued relief to the news.
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Melbourne
Victoria
Australia
South Africa
Hong Kong Flags And Salutes On South Africa Peace News
Hong Kong observed peace terms signed in South Africa with ships in the harbor dressed by flags and royal salutes fired from warships and batteries as the news arrived by cable.
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Hong Kong
South Africa
Germany Sees Postwar Boom From South AfricaPeace
Berlin reports a revival of financial confidence in London boosts European business. May orders from Berlin firms tied to South Africa will be filled now the war ends. Vossische Zeitung cautions against over optimism as political uncertainties remain. Most papers praise Boer valor despite defeat.
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Berlin
Germany
South Africa
London
Vossische Zeitung
Chamberlain
Leyds Reacts to South Africa Peace News in Paris
Dr Leyds European agent of the Transvaal in Paris for days. He initially refused to credit peace reports and left for Utrecht after receiving official confirmation. He said he was pleased but declined to comment on surrender terms, noting uncertainty about conditions.
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Dr. Leyds
Transvaal
South Africa
Foreign Office
Leyds
Utrecht
Holland
Peace in South Africa Announced Sparks Global Relief
Brussels dispatch notes press unanimous relief at the South Africa peace announcement. Le Steele predicts Britain will display magnanimity and convert former foes into loyal allies worldwide.
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Brussels
South Africa
le Steele
Great Britain
Boer leaders depart for commando operations in Pretoria
In Pretoria on June 2 a number of Boer leaders left the city headed to commandos. It is expected the operations will occupy about a fortnight.
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Pretoria
Pope Rejoices Over South Africa Peace News
ROME June 2 The Holy Father expressed joy at the news of the South Africa peace and said he hopes to close his eyes in world peace. The Vatican commentary notes the Pope’s wish for enduring harmony around the globe.
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Rome
South Africa
World’s Fair Bonds Sold in St Louis Auction
Bids for the 35 million World’s Fair bonds were opened in St Louis with Mayor Wells present. Edwards Whitaker and the Mississippi Valley Trust Company jointly submitted the accepted bid to take the entire issue, priced at par plus one cent per bond, for payment of 1,000 bonds.
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Louis
Wells
Edwards
American scientists reach Soufriere summit in challenging ascent
A U S scientists led by Prof Jagger and Dr Hovey reached the summit of the Soufriere from the west amid mud and danger. They observed a two hundred foot deep crater with no vegetation, a subsidence on the western base, and continued steam from eastern lava beds as inhabitants flee to the city.
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ST. Vincent
United States
Jagger
Harvard University
Hovey
Museum of Natural History
New York
Curtis
McGregor McDonald
Souffriere
Wallibou
Relief ship Sterling aided Martinique eruption victims at Fort de France
Acting Secretary Darling received Commander Mentz report on the Sterling at San Juan. The ship reached Fort de France within nine hours of orders, delivering relief supplies after the St Pierre eruption. Four refugees were rescued from a sinking boat. Governor killed, consular help praised. United States Consul Ayme commended for constant readiness to assist.
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Washington
Darling
George W. Mentz
United States
Sterling
San Juan
Martinique
St. Vincent
P. R
Little Potomac
Secretary of the Navy
Fort de France
Mentz
St. Pierre
Amon
Carbet
Ayme
Corn Washed Out by a Cloudburst Near Des Moines
A cloud burst at Durham, 45 miles south of Des Moines on the Burlington route, washed away several thousand acres of corn. The Burlington line was undermined for five to six miles, blocking traffic on the Keokuk branch. Cattle and sheep losses are reported.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Durham
Burlington
Keokuk
Ex-Policeman Shot Near St Marys Va Riot
Marietta Ohio June 2 J M Gregg shot and killed E R Riggs near St Marys West Virginia today. The dispute stemmed from Gregg s treatment of Riggs s stepdaughter who was staying at Gresge house. Gregg was an ex policeman at Marys.
Transit Schedule From Georgia to Meridian Streets
Passenger cars depart Georgia Meridian streets starting 6 a m with last car at 11 a m and run until 1 1 0 p m. Freight cars arrive Georgia Meridian at 8 a m and depart at 2 8 0 p m. Combination passenger and freight cars depart 6 0 p m with additional runs at noon and 6 p m, according to the same routes.
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Meridian
Pennsylvania
Washington Streets
Combination Passenger and Express Service Details
Combination passenger and express routes depart from Georgia and Meridian streets for Greenwood only at 304 a.m. and 3539 p.m. The note specifies two daily departures to the destination with times that appear inconsistent or misformatted.
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Georgia and
Meridian
Greenwood
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