Britain Orders Two Cruisers to Halt Russian Fleet Actions
British Prime Minister Balfour announced that two cruisers from the Cape of Good Hope squadron would be sent to locate the Russian volunteer fleet steamers Smolensk and Petersburg and convey orders not to interfere with neutral shipping. The action follows a request from the Russian government amid disputes over contraband and treatment of British shipping by Russia. The London Chamber of Commerce pressed for stronger safeguards for British trade with Japan and the Far East, while highlighting cases of discrimination in prize courts and revocation of voyages. The government would consider evidence of differential treatment and respond if warranted.
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Russian ships disarmed at Shanghai port
The Russian cruiser Askold and torpedo-boat destroyer Grozovoi were disarmed at Shanghai with no ceremony. They will remain in port until the war ends, while dismantling begins Friday and repairs continue. Crews except guards will be paroled. The action follows diplomacy backed by John Goodnow.
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Associated Press
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Reitzenstein
Admiralty
Russia aims at Japan trade during sea raids
London dispatch reports Russian aims to crush Japan’s foreign trade by pressuring British shippers amid Russia’s raids. Moscow seeks to injure Japan’s commerce, not just contraband, to weaken the Japan Britain alliance and show Britain’s supposed timidity.
Mines Claim Two Russian Destroyers Near Port Arthur
Tokyo reports steamers and three torpedo-boat destroyers cleared mines off Liaoti promontory. A two funnel destroyer struck a mine at 6:20 p.m. and sank. A second four funnel destroyer hit another mine five minutes later and was towed to Port Arthur as Russian ships escorted it. A sailor heard two explosions matching the times.
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Liaoti Promotory
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Japanese Forces in Manchuria Massing for Port Arthur
From Liaoyang dated Aug 25 the Russian HQ estimates Gen. Kuroki's army at 100000, Gen. Nodzu's at 70000, Gen. Oku's at 40000, with 30000 more on the Idao River's right bank. Chinese say the Niuchwang to Ta shicao line is narrow gauge carrying twenty siege guns. Oyama is with the besiegers off Port Arthur, and further movement awaits Port Arthur's fate.
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Russian Search Hits British Cargo and Passengers
News from Aug 26 reports the Russian auxiliary cruiser Ural stopping the British collier Pencaleneck off Cape St Vincent to examine cargo bound Cardiff to Malta for the navy. Also Asia from Liverpool to Calcutta detained an hour at Port Said for papers and cargo checks. In Iowa Eidora resident M B Boody shoots himself in front of his wife amid unspecific speculation. Acraneg Distilled Water ad promotes typhoid prevention. Special train information lists routes via Lehigh Valley with standard coaches and ten-day tickets.
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Bailey on Roosevelt is a dangerous reformer in Brooklyn appeal
Texas Senator Joseph W. Bailey spoke at a Kings County Democratic Club meeting in Brooklyn. He defended tariffs, attacked direct taxes, and argued Democrats would maintain protective duties to aid American manufacturers. He urged the party to nominate Parker and Davis and warned against reformers’ views on race and Roosevelt.
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Explosions Injure Three at Hawthorne Track amid Loot Plot
At Hawthorne race track Chicago on August 25 three people were injured by dynamite caps believed planted to cause panic and enable bookmakers’ cash boxes to be robbed. Injured include Frank Williams Mitchell Bruno and A M McGill. A would-be robber was knocked down by a clerk. several caps were found after the incident. No suspects identified.
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Four Italians questioned in Cedar Grove hold up investigation
Posser Paterson New Jersey August 25 four Italians were arrested at Little Falls on suspicion of taking part in the hold up of Dana White pay master of O Rourke Construction Company denied by White they were released after being unable to identify them. Police continued to search Watchung Montclair Great Notch for evidence including an old coat goggles cartridges and a piece of leather from the stolen satchel. Two highwaymen believed in hiding in Paterson were traced from Great Notch.
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Meeting of Granite Cutters in Washington
A special meeting of the local granite cutters union was held behind closed doors at 124 Pennsylvania avenue north west last night. Adjournment came after an hour as members declined to discuss proceedings. Several Washington granite cutters reportedly secured work at Annapolis Naval Academy and some have already left. Labor circles mention a dispute with contractors over a Connecticut avenue apartment house, but verification is unavailable. Secretary Reagan said the union does not intend to join proposed labor alignments opposing the council.
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Cutler Wins in Utah Governor Nomination on Second Ballot
Salt Lake City Utah Aug. After a long day of ballots John C Cutler of Salt Lake was nominated for governor by the Republican State convention on the second ballot The contest drew three candidates Gov H W M Wells J H Hammond and Cutler Hammond withdrew after the first ballot The second ballot showed Cutler 288 Wells 221 Church influence was alleged by Wells and Hammond backers and Smort a Mormon apostle supported Cutler While Wells drew aid from Senator Kearns the day saw renewed tensions between Wells and Cutler factions.
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West Virginia Contest Mediation Over Nomination
Representative Joseph H. Gaines of West Virginia asked Republican leaders in New York to submit the Third District nomination dispute to the party campaign committee for a decision. Gaines claimed the nomination for himself and William Edwards and pledged to abide by the committee’s ruling. Chairman Babcock planned to seek Edwards’s consent to the same mediation.
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West Virginia
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Pope and Cardinal Discuss Liberty in the United States
In Rome Cardinal Satolli visited Pope Pius X after touring the United States. The Pope praised American liberty and justice for all while noting Catholicism in America lacks official state relations. Storms sweep the peninsula. Rome sees a drop from 94 to 8 degrees and snow in the Alps and Lombardy plains.
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Arno
Mediation effort stalled as packers seek talks
Chicago August 20 President Donnelly of the striking butchers says he will not meet the mayor and council committee until tomorrow. Edward Tilden of Libby McNeil Libby Packing arrives and says no action on the notice until after packers confer.
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Packers
English Ships to Stop Russian Raids
Senator Halley Reviews the Issues as debates unfold on foreign policy and defense. A tornado-related tragedy claims four in a picnic incident.
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Warrenton
Fastest U S Rifle Meet Opens At Fort Riley
Fort Riley Kansas August 2 marks the start of a two day national individual rifle match with nearly 300 entrants. Slow fire scores top the day led by officers and marines from District of Columbia Georgia Massachusetts and New York with private Pile and Lieut Alderman among leaders. The rapid fire portion was delayed by showers and will conclude with skirmish runs tomorrow as the event winds toward the national team shoot prize ceremony.
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Filipino Bandits Active On Leyte And Mindanao
Manila reports native constabulary units ambushed on Leyte by a stronger bandit force, with Capt. H. Barrett killed. Misamis Province sees bandits loot multiple towns, a family kidnapped, and a man accused of cozy relations with Americans. Four natives killed, three burned. Chinese stores burned. Col. Harbord pursues the bandits while Lieut. Thornton drowns near Jolo.
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Tornado Rips Jamestown Picnic Grounds Four Dead
A tornado struck Parkhurst Grove near Jamestown New York injuring several and killing four people among five thousand spectators. Trees lightning struck and buildings were unroofed while horses were stampeding and trampling victims. Corn and oat fields suffered heavy damage and fences were demolished.
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On the Verge of Starvation in Nevada Camps
Reno reports the Tonopah region faces its worst washouts and cloudbursts in history. More than 5,000 people in To nopah and Goldfields are starving while relief comes via sporadic dragon trains from Croon Springs Silver Peak and Candelaria. Rail traffic is halted as tracks are washed away and Walker Lake floodwaters inundate rail lines.
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Death of Rev Henry Baas at World’s Fair in St Louis
Rev Henry Baas aged 73 died suddenly at the Inside Inn near the World’s Fair grounds after a walk with his daughter from England. He came to write a book on the exposition for a London religious publication and arrangements were made to ship his body to England. Philadelphia notes: William Weightman of Powers Weightman died at 91. a leading chemist and one of the city’s wealthiest real estate owners.
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Henry Baag
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Baas
Philadelphia
William Weightman
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United States
Senator Hoar's Condition Improves Yet Not Marked Change
Worcester August 25 The morning bulletin from Senator George F. Hoar's bedside says he had a comfortable night and took nourishment. The prognosis notes a comfortable day ahead despite no marked improvement. A later bulletin confirms continued nourishment but no significant change in his condition.
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George F. Hoar
Hoar
Boy Brutally Murdered Near Taylor Place in DC
Fourteen year old Columba boy Fate Shealy was found dead this morning near the old Taylor place south of the city. Authorities say he had severe head injuries and his rifle is missing. Two men living in a river camp nearby were out planting their feet when they returned to discover the body. Robbery is suspected as a possible motive.
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