Japan's Grave Russia's Protest over Chefoo Action
Russia formally protests Japan through France over the destruction and removal of the Russian torpedo boat destroyer Ryeshitelni at Chefoo by Japanese destroyers Asashio and Kasumi. The incident, involving boarding, fighting, and alleged neutrality violations, draws London and Washington concern with potential international law implications and calls for Tokyo to explain.
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Foreign Office
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Peking
Hay
Ryeshitemi
Fowler
Refuge in German Port Sparks London Debate on German Policy
Berlin dispatch explains Russia’s three ships took refuge at Tsingtau and faces a twenty four hour neutrality limit. German officials weigh whether to dismantle or detain the ships, with possible action after Admiral von Prittwitz’s report.
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Washington Post
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Vossische Zeitung
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Foreign Office
Vom Prittwitz
Kiao-chou
Grave incident in Manchuria risks breaking neutral pact
The article warns that a violation of China’s neutrality by a captured vessel could force China into war with Japan if Japanese actions in Manchuria and Korea are involved. It discusses international law, potential apologies, and possible ripple effects on alliances with Britain, Russia, and France, urging neutral powers and the U.S. State Department to seek a settlement that preserves the pact.
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France
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Fate of the Kasuga Sunk in Port Arthur Action
A Reuters dispatch from St Petersburg reports the Japanese armored cruiser Kasuga, formerly the Argentine Rivadavia, was sunk with all hands during the Port Arthur engagement last Wednesday. Earlier chefoo reports and Rome dispatches suggested the Kasuga’s loss, but Tokyo denied those claims.
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Port Arthur
Chefoo
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Parker on Finance Spoke It As He Wrote It
Judge Parker fumes over New York press claims that he interpolated gold standard rhetoric into his acceptance speech. He asserts the manuscript was followed exactly with minor phrasing changes and no added emphasis for Wall Street. Interdenominational Council of Women members discussed anti polygamy plank and left Parker to read Reed Smoot testimony.
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Washington Post
Esopus
Parker
St. Louis
Wall Street
Indorses
Council of Women For Christian and Patriotic Service
Darwin R. James
Brooklyn
Margaret Dye Hillis
Newark
M. J. Gildersleeve
8. Bennett
Rosemount
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James A. Miles
Derby
Gorman to See Parker in New York Campaign Talks
Senator Gorman of Maryland, now at Saratoga, will soon meet Judge Parker to discuss campaign affairs. A viewing point for the Senator on Esopus is not fixed yet. David B. Hill said the Democratic State convention will likely be September 2 at Saratoga, six days after the Republican gathering. he offered no hint on the Democratic governor nomination.
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Gorman
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Saratoga
Judge Parker
Esopus
David B. Hill
Davis Speech Finish Adds Pace to White Sulphur Visit
Vice Presidential candidate Senator Henry G. Davis completed his acceptance speech amid a busy day in Elkins West Virginia as he prepared to begin a Monday noon swing. The campaign stop highlights a vigorous push for the ticket with Davis continuing to charm audiences and press coverage focusing on his message and presence on the road. Union Trust and Storage Co promotes safe deposit boxes as a security note to readers during the trip.
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Washington Post
Elkins
W. Va
Henry G. Davis
Union Trust and Storage Co
Davis and Elkins College to Open September 21
The Davis and Elkins College in Elkins is completed and will be formally opened September 21. Prof. M. G. Woodworth is elected chair of English and modern languages, Prof. John C. Wolverton to fill Latin and Greek, Rev. S Frederick H. Barron of Elking to teach philosophy and Biblical literature. Eron Wolverton, Hampden-Sidney graduate, is the son of Mrs. Cornelias W. Wolverton of Piedmont West Virginia.
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Billie
White Sulphur Springs
Davis and Elkins College
Presbyterian Institute
Henry G. Davis
M. G. Woodworth
Presbyterian College of South Carolina
John C. Wolverton
Washington College
Tennessee
S Frederick H. Barron
Elking
Eron W Olverton
Hampden-Sidney
Cornelias W. Wolverton
Piedmont
W. Va
Roosevelt Will Not Speak This Year, Cortelyou Controls Campaign
Moody and Cortelyou discussed campaign strategy as Roosevelt's role narrows. Roosevelt will not deliver speeches this year, following McKinley 1900 precedent, with Cortelyou fully responsible for national campaign actions. Moody plans two speeches, Maine and Vermont, and a Massachusetts address October 7 for the state convention. Henry B. Hawes pushes Parker to speak in St. Louis and across the West, urged by Chairman Taggart.
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Cortelyou
Roosevelt
Notification Committee
McKinney
Canton
Moody
Washington
Boston
the War College
Newport
Maine
Vermont
Massachusetts
Battle in Paraguay and rail incident details
A report from Buenos Ayres dated August 12 describes heavy fighting in Paraguay with casualties among revolutionaries and government forces. A government steamer was captured and is now used by revolutionists. The acting war minister on board attempted to escape by swimming but was captured. Revolt forces seized Humaita Villa del Pilar and Villa Franca while Asuncion remains tranquil. Many unarmed revolutionists crossing into Argentina now join the insurgents and the uprising is expected to succeed. In Racine Wisconsin a Chicago and Northwestern train derailed south of Racine with no injuries. In Los Angeles James MacLachlan was renominated for Congress by the Seventh district Republican convention.
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Shestakovsky
Wag
Hai Yung
Ching
Buenos Ayres
Humaita
Villa del Pilar
Villa Franca
Asuncion
Bryan Loses Third Time In Will Contest Ruling
In New Haven on Aug 12 the Connecticut Supreme Court of Errors upheld the Superior Court ruling denying William J. Bryan a $50,000 bequest from the late Philo S. Bennett. The decision, no opinion filed, affirmed the probate court and rejected Bryan's appeal. Also upheld was the teamsters conspiracy case ruling against nine New Haven defendants. Bryan was in Indianapolis en route to Freeport when told of the decision and declined comment.
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Conn
William J. Bryan
Bennett
New York
Supreme Court of Errors
Bryan
Superior Court
William J. Bryam
Torrance
Hall, Hammersley, Baldwin
Prentice
Philo 8. Bennett
Charges Against Lawyer in Dickenson County Frauds
Bristol Virginia reports sensational charges against attorney Roland E. Chase of Clintwood for alleged fraudulent judgments totaling nearly 30.9 million dollars issued against nonresidents. A circuit judge has issued a rule to show cause why Chase should not be disbarred. Defendants include Fidelity and Guaranty Company of Baltimore and Adams Express Company. Judge Beverly Crump is named in connection with notices. service disputes are claimed. Judge Crump is alleged to have never been served at Big Stone Gap.
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Circuit Court
Dickenson County
Roland E. Chase
Clintwood
Chase
Harrison Wagner
Washington, D. C
Fidelity and Guaranty Company
Baltimore
Beverly Crump
Richmond
John Doe
Judge Crump
Big Stone Gap
Adams Express Company
Meteor Fireball Lands Near Concord Station in Erie Region
A large meteor or aerolite struck near Concord station along the Erie Railroad line shortly after 2 am, causing a 15 second high wind and a significant explosion. Trainmen from Salamanca to Union City witnessed the bright object, lights and tremors felt as far as Titusville.
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Concord Station
Erie Railway
Erie
Salamanca
Union City
Titusville
Japan Violates Neutrality Law Discussed
Extensive page item hears discussion on neutrality law and political issues. Reports mention Parker not changing speech and an heir to the Russian throne as part of a broad news collage.
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Birth of a Russian heir sparks nation wide rejoicing
A son of the Czar was born at 12:30 P.M. in Peterhof Alexandra villa. The child named Alexis will be christened Alexis Nikolayevich. Empress and infant reported thriving as 101 gun salute and church services follow in St Petersburg and across the empire. Rumors rise of the Emperor's front line participation if the succession holds.
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House of Romanoff
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