London Ante Coronation Festivities Marked by American Presence
London crowds swell for ante coronation events as Americans mingle with royalty and officials. King Edward and Queen Alexandra visit Aldershot for a 9000 troop review while a torch light tattoo captivates crowds. 3000 boys from church-linked brigades perform for the royal party as diplomatic social life buzzes with Choate dinners and American society figures.
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London
Aldershot
England
Royal Pavilion
Prince of Wales
Horse Guards
Princess of Wales
Lord Roberts
Duke and Duchess of Aberdeen
Duke of Somerset
Duke
Duchess of Somerset
Mrs. Choate
Mr. Choate
Epsom
Joseph H. Choate
United States
Choate
Edward
Queen Alexandra
America
Gen Smith Relinquishes Command in Philippines Tribute to Brave Troops
Washington June 14 A double focus Dispatch reports Brig Gen Jacob H Smith relinquishing command of the Sixth separate brigade in the Philippines before returning to the United States. The order lauds soldiers for facing Samar and Leyte hardships with courage, endurance, and virility. It also notes support from navy and marine corps, and thanks brigade staff for their fidelity. A general court martial is appointed in Manila for Capt James A Ryan of the Fifteenth Cavalry over alleged harsh treatment of natives, with possible further cases.
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Ters
Rutherford
Claridges
John W. Claus
Lord Roberts
Joseph Wheeler
United States
Henry Clay Evans
James R. Keene
Hoosevelt
W. 5Ofield Cowles
Douglas Robs
Ieen
Groav Nor Crescent
Mackays
Bradley-Martins
Wards
Marlboroughs
London
Shesterfield Gardens
John W. Mackay
Carlton House Terrace
Reginald Ward
Ogievy-Hays
Ascot
Whitelaw Reid
West End
Buckingham Palace Hotel
Mr. Reid
Brooks House
James H. Wilson
Army of the United States
Paris
John C. Watson
United States Navy
Lieut. Watson
W. Sheffield Cowles
Washington
Jacob H. Smith
Philippines
Samar
Leyte
America
Navy
Marine Corps
Manila
James A. Ryan
Fifteenth Cavalry
Five Men Scalded On Meade Steam Pipe Valve
In San Francisco five men were badly scalded when a main stop valve on the steam pipe of the United States transport Meade blew out. Injured are George Lebrow Oiler W A Carew second assistant engineer Edward Caine machinist helper B C Whalen machinist Risdon Iron Works J Bondel machinist helper Risdon Iron Works. Workers from the iron works were setting up a rocking shaft while others were in the engine room.
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San Francisco
United States
Meade
George Lebrow
W. A. Carew
Edward Caine
Risdon Iron Works
B. C. Whalen
J. Bondel
Iron Works
Miss Mary Custis Lee Defies Rail Separation Law
Miss Mary Custis Lee daughter of the late Gen Robert E Lee forfeited collateral after defaulting on appearance before Mayor Simpson in the Police Court Alexandria Virginia for violating the law separating white and colored passengers on trains She refused to move from the rear car to the front and was taken into custody The mayor found the conductor properly enforced the law and would have faced liability if he had not acted as required
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Alexandria
Mary Custis Lee
Robert E. Lee
Simpson
Miss Lee
Washington and Alexandria
Rooster Attack Leaves Hopkinsville Girl Near Death
In Hopkinsville Kentucky a young girl, daughter of William Blankenship, was badly injured when a rooster struck with its spur, penetrating the top of her head and reaching the brain. Authorities fear for her life as medical teams rush to treat the severe head injury.
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Hopkinsville
June H
William Blankenship
Fodrea Acquitted In Hamilton County Murder Trial
The Hamilton County murder trial of William Fodren ends with a swift acquittal after four ballots. The crowded courtroom, Judge Neal, and Fodrea’s emotional family scene mark the dramatic verdict read at 4 p.m. The defense and state had presented contrasting theories, with new testimony from Myrtle Levi influencing the close.
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Indianapolis Journal
Noblesville
Ind
Neal
Fodren
Leota
Hamilton County
Baldwin
Kane
Thomas Levi
Myrtle Levi
Fodrea
Miss Levi
Bray
J. F. Beals
William Fodren
Seay
Beals
W. 8
Ira W. Christian
Diehls Case Again Postponed in Indiana
The trial of John Diehl, linked to a fatal criminal operation against Mary Farwig, will not start June 16 in New Castle as planned. Delaware County prosecutor Clarence Dearth reported Judge Barnard postponed the case due to a crowded court calendar.
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Indianapolis
Muncie
Ind
John Diehl
New Castle
Clarence Dearth
Delaware County
Diehl
Steel
Barnard
Mary Farwig
Shepherd Charged With Murder to Begin Trial Monday
Shepherd charged with murder in the first degree scheduled to start in the Jay Circuit Court Monday. Attorneys reported no postponement grounds unless a witness falls ill. Shepherd declines comment beyond remarks to his lawyers and family. It is expected the defense will seek to reduce the charge, aiming for manslaughter with roughly a twenty year sentence.
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Shepherd
Jay
Swarthmore Chooses Dr Joseph Swain President
Bloomington announcement confirms Dr Joseph Swain accepted the presidency after conditions he set were met. Swain's selection reflects ongoing academic leadership changes at Swarthmore College. The formal acceptance follows a period of negotiation and campus deliberation.
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Joseph Swain
Bloomington
Fund for Woman's Building Receives 830000 Gift Plan
A conditional gift of 830000 funds to the State University supports a new Woman's Building project. The plan mentions New Muncie, Normal Sale, and collaboration with Men nonite College graduates, with Wabash and Moore's Hill notes noted for context.
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THE
State University
Muncie
Wabash and
Moore's Hill
Dewey to Be in Command of Great Fleet Maneuvers
Admiral Dewey will command the largest U S fleet since the Civil War, with four stars, directing squadrons in a West Indies winter maneuver from Culebra next December. Moody plans summer tests off New York with figures Hale Cannon Foss invited to witness. Also notes Swarthmore College presidency offered to Indiana University chief Joseph Swain and his departure plans.
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Washington
Admiral Dewey
United States
Moody
Dewey
Culebra Island
West Indies
New York City
Dolphin
Hale
Senate Naval Committee
Representative Cannon
House Appropriation Committee
Representative Foss
House Naval Committee
Indiana educator declines Kansas State University presidency
The text notes a prominent academic figure who has written many papers for the Smithsonian, led the Indiana State Teachers Association, and headed the National Teachers' Association's higher education section. He recently received a tender for the Kansas State University presidency at Lawrence but refused.
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Smithsonian Institution
Indiana State Teachers Association
National Teachers’ Association
Kansas State University At
Lawrence
Alumni Day at Indiana University Promises Historic Turnout
Bloomington, June 14. Alumni day next Tuesday is set to be one of the most interesting in the history of Indiana University with expected attendance from recent graduating classes and a full program of entertainment. Activities include a buckboard ride for the class of 1897, an 9 o'clock business meeting, the election of an alumni trustee, an address by F B Posey, and a large alumni dinner in the gymnasium.
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Indianapolis Journal
Bloomington
Ind
Indiana University
W.T. Blair
Horace Hoffman
William H. Adams
Juliette Maxwell
W. L. Bryan
Ira C. Balman
C. H. Egenmann
Ida Manley
Robert J. Aley
T. J. Louden
C. Davidson
Grifly Creek
J. W. Fesler
Indianapolis
Robert A. Woods
Princeton
F. B. Posey
Steel Plant Purchased by Shipbuilders Trust in 30 Acre Bethlehem Works
The Shipbuilders Trust completed the purchase of Bethlehem Steel Company, a 30 acre Bethlehem works specializing in armor plate and gun forgings. United States Shipbuilding Company aims to deliver hull steel on favorable terms, promising ships on time. The plant near South Bethlehem, organized 1889, employs executives including Edward Melivain and Archibald Johnston. debt listed at 8.85 million.
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New York
Daniel le Roy Dresser
Trust Company of the Republic
Bethlehem Steel Company
United States Shipbuilding Company
Bethlehem Steel Works
Lewis Nixon
United States
United States Steel Corporation
Bethlehem Iron Company
Charles M. Schwab
Bethlehem
Edward M. Melivain
A. BE. Borie
H. 8. Snyder
R. P. Linderman
E. T. Stotesbury
E. M. Melivain
Archibald Johnston
George F. Baer
J. P. Ord
Charles McVeagh
Kuhn, Loeb & Co Buy Metropolitan Street Railway Bonds
New York reports Kuhn, Loeb & Co have purchased the entire $12,400,000 issue of 4 1/4 percent ten year Metropolitan Street Railway bonds. Of the funds, $11,000,000 will finance motive power changes and the rest will retire numerous small liens.
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New York
China and the Powers Debate Indemnity Terms
Peking reports US leniency on indemnity suggest 450,000,000 taels gold debt amid silver fluctuations. US Conger opposes Tien-Tsin restoration terms. Berlin notes foreign powers back the Boxer indemnity plan, with ministers agreeing to a final allotment on a five list basis.
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Peking
China
United States
Conger
Tien-Tsin
Berlin
Mumm von Schwarzenstein
Minneapolis Bribery Probe Targets Police Chief and Captains
June 14 Minneapolis reports swift progress in the corruption inquiry into the police department. Christopher Norbeck faces bribe charges linked to big mitt men as evidence unfolds. Indictments also name Captain Norman W. King for robbery cover up and return of a diamond ring. Gardner sentenced to six years.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Christopher Norbeck
Irwin A. Gardner
William Edwards
Norbeck
Gardner
Morgan County Man Captures Joint Senate Nomination
A dramatic forty ballot contest in the Marion Morgan county joint convention nominated D P Smith of Paragon Morgan county to represent both counties in the next State Senate session. Morgan delegates held the balance of power finally winning as Ninth ward cast its seven votes for Smith amid a hot room and waning dinner hour.
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Marion
Morgan County
D. P. Smith
Paragon
State Senate
Smith
Marion County
Elliott
Jordan
Martinsville
A. R. Hutchison
J. M. Shelton
H. E. Negrey
Marion County Republican Committee
Linton A. Cox
Charles Martindale
Joseph A. Minturn
Martindale
Cox
Minturn
Linton
Mr. Cox
Lee Rothschild
Sixth Ward
Mr. Rothschild
William Reagan
Decatur
Pike
Reagan
Ninth Ward
Harry P. Prunaugh
Bookwalter
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