Guard Ships Secrets Staff Officers Oath Bound
London April 6 naval attaches at embassies and legations face strict secrecy as Britain tightens controls on information about new ships and guns. Attaches sworn to secrecy to guard plans of the Indomitable and other vessels, with tighter rules for officers and soldiers to prevent disclosure to foreign powers.
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London Reports Ban Removed From Chicago Meat Supply
The Washington Post special London cable cites a British Army reply to a Chicago meat inquiry. The army council says reports from inspection are confidential but satisfactory and no ban exists on Chicago meat as long as production is properly supervised.
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Chicago
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Duchess Headed To Paris Rumor Of New York Sailing
Reported plans place the Duchess of Marlborough at Sunderland House in London with a return to Paris for two weeks. A claimed Cherbourg to New York sailing on April 9 or 16 with her father W K VanderWit and two sons appears incorrect. Belmont and Kronprins Wilhelm details show conflicting bookings for April 10 fleeing to New York, with cancellations noted.
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Morgan Lends Manuscript to Paris Academy
Special Cable to The Washington Post from Paris reports J Pierpont Morgan loaned an invaluable illuminated manuscript to the Academie des Inscriptions et Belles Lettres. The gesture, seen as gracious, permits a scholarly bottleneck to ease as a priceless treasure is temporarily placed for study.
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Woman buys preserved sacred cat duped in Egypt
A German woman paid a substantial sum for an ancient mummy of a sacred cat in Egypt. She was pleased until she opened the mummy and found it stuffed with junk, exposing a deceptive local dealer. The episode highlights fraud in antiquities trading reported by a Tablet correspondent from London.
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London Strap Hangers Oppose New Railway Bill
Special Cable from London reports that London electrical suburban coaches brought the strap hanger era, but reformers, backed by Mfr. Stedman and the trade unions, push a bill to curb overcrowding. The plan would force railways to add carriages if overcrowding occurs and fine servants who fail to prevent it.
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Americans Dine King Season at Biarritz and London Hosts
Exposition London committee formed to assist with Jamestown preparations. Consuelo Duchess of Manchester among the most popular hostesses. King Faward and Ambassador Reid entertained. Mrs Moore and Mrs Glasgow prominent in society. Jamestown committee led by Lady Paget. Engagements include J Wadsworth Ritchie to Daisy Hoare on April 10 at Chesterton Church.
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Parisian jeweler melts small rubies into large stones
A Parisian jeweler has devised a method to melt down small rubies and sapphires to create large stones, which after cutting resemble natural gems. Pawnbrokers have been fooled by the artificial gems and advanced sums exceeding their value. Large consignments are said to be heading to America.
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American Woman Tied To Paris Political Spat Over Papers
Special dispatch reports a Paris dispute between Premier Clemenceau and M. Ploy over Montagnini papers. An American woman is implicated as a catalyst, with Clemenceau branded as denouncing Gallic politics and Piou attacked as a liar amid a heated public controversy.
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King of Italy Sails and Papal Diplomacy Gossip
Report covers Montagnini and Papal nunciature leaks fueling church state clash. Clemenceau fury over Piou talks with Clemenceau about church control and possible payments. Victor Emmanuel sails for Greece with demos and protests as France and Italy swirl in diplomatic intrigue.
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Bread Famine Feared as Paris Braces for Strike Action
Special cable from Paris reports fear of bread shortages amid talk of a general bakers strike. Government readiness to deploy soldiers to protect bakeries and to bake bread themselves is noted, with disunity among socialist factions weakening the strike's potential.
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General Spirino vitch Seeks Russo American Alliance
A Russo American alliance movement is being promoted with General Spirino vitch traveling to the United States. The retired general is an official of Pan Slavic societies and has acted as an orator and propagandist in the Balkans. The foreign office says his mission to the U S is self imposed and without sanction. Public response is amused interest.
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London Signs of Recovery Lift British Gold Demand
London reports a shift from depression to hopefulness on the stock exchange as prices rise amid easier money prospects. New York’s improved mood and the Bank of England bullion sale reassure that American demand for British gold has quieted, though experts warn against assuming a permanent turn. Bank rate potential easing remains uncertain as the bullion reserve and expenses are tracked.
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Bohemian fruit cake blamed for Chicago deaths
A Chicago family of seven, including Mrs. Mary Mette, died or fell violently ill after eating a Bohemian fruit cake. Doctors suspect poisoning and a post mortem analysis of the cake is planned. Police investigation underway as doctors weigh ptomaine versus arsenic theories.
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Pastors Entertained At Maryland Conference Camp Meeting
Delegates at the Maryland Annual Conference of the Methodist Protestant Church in Washington enjoyed an old fashioned camp meeting with stories from members, led by Rev. Dr. Frank T. Bennett and Rev. Dr. T. G. Mrouse. Dr. J. H. Lucas warned that sixty million Americans have never embraced Christianity. Missions at home and abroad dominated discussion, with emphasis on Japan and a Beattle Bequest aiding a church in Tokyo. Public prayers, appointments for Washington churches, and plans for White House receptions followed as the conference adjourned for further sessions.
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Humphreys Seventy Seven Cures Grip and Colds
An early advertises Seventy Seven Cures for grip and colds claiming to break stubborn colds that linger. The copy notes seasonal spring colds and touts the remedy as most effective for common colds. Available from Druggists at 25 cents, San Howe Medintag Co, Col. Witttam Join Streets New York.
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Post's Trips Popular Ministers Enter Contest
The Washington Post Jamestown Exposition contest draws many candidates including Rev. E. S. Dunlop of St. John's and Rev. J. Luther Franz of St. Mark's. Nearly 300 names are listed with out of town entrants from Virginia and Alexandria. A letter advocates Mrs. Mary A. Van Ness, mounted by Mount Vernon Hive, urging support and noting contributions to youth and team efforts. The editor urges candidates to mobilize supporters, promising no favoritism and noting forthcoming entrants.
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Took Him For A Porter In A Dining Car
Special to The Washington Post reports Booker T. Washington telling a Colored People’s rally at Oliver Baptist Church that prejudice follows African Americans into everyday spaces. He recalled a traveler asking him for directions in the dining car and discussed remaining connected with the Black South.
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