Misunderstanding over German maneuvers invitation
Berlin report describes a misread exchange between Adjutant Generals Von Piessen and Corbin during Prince Henry's Washington visit. Corbin believed he was invited to September maneuvers. Von Plessen later learned the War Department named Corbin Wood and Young for attendance. Invitations are Emperor William's prerogative and not yet sent.
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Germany
War near end as peace talks advance in South Africa
London reports indicate settlement nearing as government sources say the war is practically over though a formal announcement may take weeks. The London Times History of the War mocks British authorities, while letters from Vryheid recount Boers posing as Oxford men.
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Prince Henry Criticised During Dublin Visit
London reports Prince Henry of Prussia sparked a rumpus by refusing to meet a German deputation in Dublin. Delegation signatures included Count Von Stolberg and two artists, with Trinity College’s German professor as chairman. The Irish Times calls for an explanation amid criticism of the prince’s stance.
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Irish Times
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Prince Henry
Blasphemy case linchpin in German press crackdown
Berlin reports the Saxon government prosecutes publisher Diedrichs in Leipzig for blasphemy and defaming church institutions via Count Tolstoy’s answer to the Holy Synod excommunication. Translator Lowenfeld of the Schiller Theater Berlin is named in the indictment amid calls to abolish blasphemy laws.
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Pauncefote Funeral Plans Move Forward
The late Lord Pauncefote will receive a state funeral with honors. Remains to be taken from the British embassy to St John’s Episcopal Church for services, then to Rock Creek Cemetery in a military procession. Family plans to convey the body to Preston, England, possibly by a U.S. warship.
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Death of Lord Pauncefote Shocks Britain and United States
The death of Lord Pauncefote, Britain’s ambassador to Washington, was reported to the Foreign Office and American embassy. Officials from both nations expressed deep sympathy for the widow and noted his stature as a premier diplomat. Strong tributes highlighted his tact during the Venezuelan dispute and his steady leadership through strained US-UK relations. King Edward and the foreign secretary sent condolence cables.
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Foreign Affairs
Baron Julian Pauncefote Capable Lawyer Who Became Diplomat
Washington May 24 1904 Lord Julian Pauncefote of Preston G C B G C M G the first ambassador to the United States and dean of the diplomatic corps in Washington was born in Munich on Sept 13 1825 He trained as a lawyer and before entering diplomacy served as attorney general in Hong Kong and later practiced as a conveyancer His career in Washington began in 1889 as minister and then first ambassador He played a key role in Bering Sea negotiations the Olney arbitration treaty and the Hague Convention governing arbitration He also worked on reciprocal treaties and the Hay Pauncefote treaty which ended the Clayton Bulwer clauses His tenure was repeatedly extended by Britain and he remained in Washington by choice The son of a Gloucestershire commoner Pauncefote's distinguished service left a lasting impact on Anglo American diplomacy.
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Lord Pauncefote Memorial Tributes Planned in Chicago and Ottawa
Chicago British Americans prepare public tribute to the late Lord Pauncefote with consul messages and meetings of British American groups to organize a public demonstration and tributes to Washington. Ottawa learns of the death with regret as the secretary of state sends sympathy telegram to Lady Pauncefote.
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Catholic Prelates Die At Hague Conference in Cologne
Cologne reports the death of Most Rev Hubert Theophilus Simar archbishop of Cologne last night The Hague notes Monsignor Tarnasse papal nuncio at The Hague during the peace congress has died Rome dispatches confirm Tarnasse left the legation in protest over the Pope’s exclusion from the congress
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Death of Supreme Justice George P. Andrews at 64
New York reported Supreme Justice George P. Andrews died at his home at 2:15 this morning from pneumonia after a stroke of apoplexy a week earlier. He was sixty four and served on the bench in the city. The death leaves a vacancy to be filled by authorities.
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George P. Andrews
Alleged Humbert Crawford Swindle Traced to Paris and London
New York May 4 secrecy surrounded extradition papers sought by French consul Bruwnert from US Commissioner Shields. The case ties to the Humbert Crawford swindle in Paris and London that allegedly netted near 12 million. Sleuths track ports of entry but have found few solid leads. The scheme used a New York fictitious millionaire to borrow on estate, span twenty years, with lavish spending but little recovered by the swindlers.
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Paris
London
Bloomington Man Wins Southern Indiana Oratorical Contest
In Bloomington the Southern Indiana High School Association held a late night event awarding oratory to Clifford Gunnerson and vocal music honors to Hazel Simmons, Leah Messick, Susie Huffines, and James McKinley. Medals and banners went to Bloomington while coach Willis Tyler helped Gunnerson prepare. Goshen High School faculty member Harold B. Shinn resigns to join Northwestern University as student and teacher.
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Bedford
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Chicago
Illinois College of Law
Portland High School Commencement Largest Class Yet
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Portland Indiana reports the Portland High School held its annual commencement at the opera house. The thirty three graduates mark the largest class in the school’s history. Dr J J Mills president of Earlham College gave the class address. Orville Easterday delivered the salutatory and Miss Bessie M Baird the valedictory.
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Bloomigton
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Loma Cumins
Cozie George
Lillian Fausset
Clara Wheichel
Maud Jackson
Nellie Brown
Vadam Richards
Guy Hiday
Wickliffe Denton
Alonzo van Laningham
Harry Bently
Morristown
Morristown Public Schools
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F. A. Colton
O. F. Thayer
Margaret L. Bassett
Loretta P. Butler
Cassie K. Bankert
Edwin E. Wolf
Hattie Z. May
Mary E. Bassett
Kate E. Logan
Gertrude E. Ash
Nettie E. Lunsford
Pearl Clary
Mabel Morris
Clara Arnold
Sarah H. Chadwick
Pendleton
Maggie Walker
Forrest Shaul
Morris Kinnard
Maude Knight
Grace McCarty
Frank Hardy
Ray Taylor
Ruth Patterson
Olin Clark
Wesley Shepherd
Mollie Burdsall
Carrie Brattain
Grace McWilliams
Ruth Hunt
Rockville
Lee McCanless
Frank Rush
Owen Swain
Mabel McMurtry
Catherine Collins
Daisy Fisher
Grace Fisher
Elizabeth Britton
Trillie Moyer
Anna Marshall
Nettie Seybold
Muncie
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Center Township
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C. A. van Mater
Alexandria
Alexandria High School
Fortville and Morristown Hold Commencement Ceremonies
Fortville High School graduates and Morristown public schools class of eighteen celebrated with addresses by Prof Sherman Davis and state librarian W E Henry. Recipients included Walter T Lunsford and 14 others amid diplomas, prayers, and music.
Arrest of East Wabash saloon keeper as fugitive
Captain Gerber and Detective Morgan arrested Charles St. Clair, a saloon keeper on East Wabash street, on a fugitive charge. The arrest followed information provided by the Paducah police chief, who said he had a lead.
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Warrant for St. Clair in Kentucky Gambling Case
A warrant has been issued for St. Clair as Kentucky authorities plan to arrive tonight to take him into custody. He was caught operating a gambling game, an offense classified as a felony in Kentucky.
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Dr Fletcher portrays Martinique via illustrated lecture at Grand Opera House
The audience heard Dr C I Fletcher recount a 1898 Caribbean expedition to the Lesser Antilles with emphasis on Martinique. Photographs from St Pierre Fort de France and Mont Pelee showed natives cane fields and villas while he described the perilous ascent to the volcano crater and the fiery plume captured in a single dramatic image.
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Spades Place Pagoda Dedication Evening
The pagoda in Spades Place, a city gift by M. H. Spades, is to be dedicated next Thursday evening with J Clyde Power supervising. Indianapolis Military Band will provide music. Councilman Harry E Negley chairs, while Thomas A Dally and Ira Holmes deliver the principal speeches. Local neighbors expect strong support for the project.
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Ira Holmes
Dedication Honors Spades Gift for Park Pagoda
Fireworks will illuminate the dedication as several thousand attend. The stone pagoda enhances the neighborhood, reflecting the pride of Mr. Spades and the Park Commissioners. Three Sunday concerts will be held by the Park Board, and three funded by Mr. Spades. Access via East Tenth Street car to Windsor or Brightwood car to Billedte avenue.
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Memorial and church services in Irvington and Mephisden churches
Major Robert Anderson Post G A R will attend memorial services at Fletchere Place Church at 4 30 this morning. Members will assemble at the hall at 9 to go to the church. The Woman’s Home Missionary Society meets at Mrs J Pearson’s 21 North Delaware Street this afternoon. Irvington M E Church youths conduct memorial service at Paras Avenue church with addresses by Rev Robb Zaring and B N Cooper. Florence Ben Oliel of Ann Arbor will speak at Meph Presbyterian on Covenant of Water Bread and Blood. she once lived in Jerusalem where her father was a missionary.
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B. N. Cooper
Florence Ben Oliel
Ann Arbor
Mich
Meph Presbyterian Church
Oliel
Jerusalem
Mrs Mary C Comingore Dead After Bowling Green Visit
Mrs Mary C Comingore longtime city resident dies at seventy one in Bowling Green Ky Her body will be returned for burial Her children include Mrs F S Sickels Otis Gladden from Bowling Green and sons Horace Oscar and Herbert Comingore
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Mrs Dougherty Dies After Illness At 94 Woodlawn Avenue
Mrs Charles Dougherty of 94 Woodlawn avenue died yesterday after several weeks of illness. She served for years as matron of the City Dispensary.
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Charles Dougherty
Woodlawn Avenue
City Dispensary
Blencoe Teachers Charged With Arson In River Barge Fire
Blencoe Iowa May M Louise Holman and Myrtle Allen school teachers from prominent families were arrested on arson charges. They allegedly set fire to a Missouri River floating barge used as a saloon. The barge owner had been enjoined from selling liquor and appealed to the Supreme Court while continuing operations.
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May M
Louise Holman
Myrtle Allen
Missouri
Supreme Court
Foreclosure Filed On Famous Inn In Catskills
Papers filed in the county clerk's office announce a mortgage foreclosure on the famed Winkie Inn at Irme Hill Catskills. The action lists Arthur De Witt vit Cockrans of New York City as claimant. Proceedings proceed in court as creditors seek return of the property.
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