Yuan's Rise and Reforms Impress in Chinese Modernization
Yuan Shikai, once stripped of power, emerged as a central figure in China’s push toward modernization. He reorganized the army, led reforms after the Boxer upheaval, and positioned China to match Japan, aiming to transform the empire through practical governance and European-trained troops.
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Envoy to Venezuela William Buchaten Heads South
William Buchaten sails in a North Carolina crew aboard to Venezuela as special commissioner with credentials from the United States to investigate Castro’s dooryard and report. Critics doubt his restraint, fearing broader US involvement aiding Gomez amid Castro’s absence. Buchaten’s career spans world fairs and diplomacy, including Chicago 1893, Buffalo 1901, and Panama’s first ministerial post.
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German Ambassador Count von Bernstorff Arrives in Washington
Count von Bernstorff, the new German ambassador to the United States, arrived in Washington after serving as consul general at Cairo. Born in London to a diplomat, he has long European postings including St Petersburg and London, speaks English fluently, and is described as accomplished and well educated.
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Amerika Riedewel
Baroness Zu Wisenbach
New York
Head of Marine Corps Gen George F Eliot in doubt over Roosevelt order
The article questions President Roosevelt's decision to move the Marine Corps from battleships to land duty. It recalls the Marine Corps' 1776 founding, its role in major conflicts, and Gen George F Eliot's long service since 1870 with a note on his gallantry.
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Vanishing Monarchs and a World on the Edge of War
In this dramatic Washington opening, Germany and Britain move toward conflict as Kaiser and chancellor vanish on the eve of war. A tense panorama follows Japan’s rise, Britain’s fleet maneuvers, and Europe’s unstable balance amid reports of hidden telegrams and a looming global crisis.
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Emperor’s nocturnal visitor baffles guards and guards both
A mysterious late night visitor to the emperor leads to a cautious meeting with the chancellor. The emperor leaves in plain clothes with the stranger, then returns, and the carriage disappears into the night. Officials chase rumors while the motive remains unclear, with no sign of an anarchist act or border crossing.
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