Great Powers Debate Balkan Crisis and Possible Mediation
An article surveys the Balkan tension with Austria Hungary and Serbia, noting Western powers hesitate to risk war. It discusses whether Russia and other nations will offer good offices to Vienna and Belgrade, and cites expected diplomacy in Berlin Paris London and Rome. It also reports Russia recognizing Ferdinand of Bulgaria as an independent sovereign in the pending funeral rites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria
Feens
Eivisia
Sergia
Phoy
Ausverg
Servia
Fis
Vienna
Belgrade
Austria-Hungary
Faris
Wen
USP
Berlin
Horne
Russia
Ferdinand
S'. Petersburg
Bulgaria
Foreign Office
German press hails king edward visit as peace hopeful
In Berlin dated Feb 20 the semiofficial Norddeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung praises the renewed Germany England ties after King Edward's visit. It says the visit was timely and successful and predicts far reaching results, with mutual friendly attitude and united action to sustain peace and advance both nations' interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria
Hungary
Servia
Berlin
Germany
England
Edward
Norddeutsche Allegemeine Zeitung
Naval Conference Delay Hits Final Minutes in London
London February 2 The International Naval Conference delayed final minutes due to a American delegates reservation on a minor point. Washington has not yet sent its decision. The issue concerns the treatment of a neutral ship performing a service that is not neutral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Washington
Ttig
Queen Alexandra Abandons Hearing Aids in Berlin Visit
Special Cable reports Queen Alexandra, during a Berlin visit, has ceased using artificial hearing devices and will rely on natural listening. She appears nearly deaf, making it hard for others at court and royal events to be understood without effort. The Kaiser and royal family may attend a future Cowes regatta.
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Washington
Berlin
Alexandra
Cowes
Kuiver
William
Kiel
Queen Dowager Near Death After Assassinations Report
The Washington Post reports Maria Pia, queen dowager of Portugal, is gravely ill and failing after the assassination of King Carlos and the crown prince. Her health has not recovered, with worsening illness causing growing anxiety among Lisbon authorities and the royal circle.
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Carlos
Washington Post
Lisbon
Maria Pia
Tler
Lait Philippe
Ana
Drunkards Cured In 24 Hours Golden Remedy Ad
Free trial package offered to all. Dr J W Haines promises a relief for drinking through Golden Remedy added to coffee or tea. Testimonies from Mrs Hattle Baikins of Kentucky claim rapid no desire for liquor and restored health. Send name and address to Cincinnati for a free package and proof of effectiveness.
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Hattle Baikins
Vanceburg
Sayas
J. W. Haines
Glenn Building
Cincinnati
Onie
Bucknam Pasha and Turkish Trade Prospects Rise
In Constantinople Captain Bucknam Bucknam Pasha now serves the sultan after bravery at Yildiz and a long career with Pacific Mail and Cramps. He cites Turkey as a virgin field for engineers and capital, with railways roads and harbors planned as Young Turks shift to Ottoman-led concessions inviting American investment.
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Washington Post
Constantinople
Turkey
Far East
Bucknam
Pacific Mail
Peking
Yokohama
Kobe
Naga‘saki
Shanghai
Hongkong
Japan
Bucknam Pasha
Club de Constantinontse
Astor House
Grand
Panama
Pacific Maii
Isthmus
Cramps’ Shipbuilding Yard
Philadelphia
Port Arthur
Cramps
America
New
China
Galata Tower
Zand
Empire
Sir ‘William
Willcox
Nile
William
Great Britain
Austria
Germany
England
France
Rare relics unearthed near Rome attract dispute over value
A Neapolitan bought a plot near Rome for artichokes. While digging a marble fountain bearing a Greek frieze was found. The archaeological committee valued it at 310,000. The farmer refused to sell despite the government offer of 75,000 and will not allow further excavation. The case remains unsettled as authorities await the farmer’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Rome
Diggin
Archaeological Department
Chia
Gauss Catarrh Cure Promises Quick Permanent Relief
Free trial package mailed to homes to cure catarrh and bad breath. Claims to remove poisonous germs causing fever, decay, and weakness with Gauss Catarrh Cure. Describes symptoms like loss of appetite and dyspepsia and urges sending name for the mail offer.
Gauss Catatra Cure Trial Offer From Marshall Mich
A sales notice proclaims Gauss Catatra Cure will cure catatra quickly. It promises a free trial by mail and urges readers to send name and address to receive treatment. The ad asserts social acceptance after recovery and invites coupon mailing from Marshall Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gauss
E. Gauss
Marshall
Mich
Queen Elizabeth of Roumania Urges Corset Boycott
Carmen Sylvay issued a manifesto to women and girls across Europe urging a boycott of corsets. The notice claims corsets deform natural beauty and harm health, calling on mothers to teach daughters to disdain the article. the manifesto will be printed in about a dozen languages for wide distribution.
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Carmen
Sylvay
Washington
Berlin
Bucharest
Queen Elizabeth of
Pmothera
Honors for Dr Hill at Geneva Jubilee
Berlin February 20 Ambassador Hill was invited to speak at the 600th anniversary of the University of Geneva in July He accepted with pleasure the honor and will be one of the orators at the jubilee bringing together a notable assembly of cultured men from two hemispheres.
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Washington Post
Berlin
Ambassador Hill
University of Geneva
Switzerland
Hill
Geneva
London
Royal Photographic Society
Scheffer
Dr. Scheffer
Paris Modistes Sanguine Over US Challenge to Paris Style
Paris fashion chiefs dismiss American bid to curb Paris influence in U S dressmaking. A Rue de la Paix couturier says American women still seek Parisian design and execution, notes Parisian art requires buyer tailored refinement, and warns American syndicate cannot steal their clientele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Paris
Couturiers
Rue de la Paix
United Ladies’ Tailors’ Association of America
The Real Harem A Turkish View and Uncovered Women
Special cable reports Maj. Percy Henderson’s account from Istanbul describing Turkish harems and women in mosques. He notes pallid complexions and unmasked faces with worn teeth, kerchiefs pushed aside, and a curious crowd of visitors being observed by Turkish women and girls in a courtyard.
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London
Percy H. Henerson
Turkey
Shely
Mostar
Napoleon I War Horse Vizir Joins Musee de l Armee Relics
The Washington Post reports Napoleon I s horse Vizir a pure blood Arab famed for the Russian campaign has been authenticated and placed among temporary relics at the Musee de l Armee in Paris. Sold for safekeeping in France the stuffed animal was gifted via Manchester s Natural History Society and Boulogne sur Mer agents before finally reaching the Louvre and now the army museum authorities.
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Musee de l'Armee
Washington Post
Paris
Napoleon I
Musee del Armee
England
Turkey
France
M. de Chanlaire
Chanlaire
D. W. Clarke
Boulogne-sur-Mer
Natural History Society of Manchester
Mr. Greaves
Franca
Louvre
Monsieur le Chef
Museum of the Army
Rescue Work in Italy Earthquake Praised by Capt. Huse
Capt. Huse, commander of the Celtic, reports from Messina that Italian army and navy did well in earthquake relief. He criticizes local resentment and overstatements, noting the scale of tragedy cannot be grasped from descriptions and that rescue efforts faced immense challenges amid ruins and disease risk.
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Washington
Rome
Hune
Italy
Imany
J Army
Huse
Messina
Cala_[brian
Lin
Hugo
Gant
Queer Steinhell tale of near fatal burglar scare
A strange Paris tale recounts painter M. Steinheil narrowly escaping being shot by servants at the Impasse Rounin after a visit to the Buisson family at La Touche. Warned to use revolvers if robbed, he returned to Paris but was nearly fired upon by Mariette Wolff and Remy Couillard, who mistook him for an intruder.
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Paris
M. Steinbeil
Rongin
Buisson
la Touche
Mme. Buisson
M. Ardre
Marthe
Mariette Wolff
Remy Couillard
Steinheils
Steinheil
Macssette Wolff
M. Steinhell
Remy Coultard
Mariette
Monsieur
Liberals Hold Edge Amid Uncertain Parliament Start
London Feb 20 The opening of parliament and the King's speech drew limited public interest as proposed measures attract little attention. The Ananda situation looms with no announcements expected for weeks and fears the government may cling to office for two more years despite looming by election humiliation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
London
Persecuted Before Christ in Bacchic Rome Discovery
Special cable reports Prof Boni’s limited Rome audience near the Forum uncovered a Byzantine Gothic fortification above the Porticus Margaritaria. A reused republican house yielded baths and rooms for Bacchic rites with whitewashed walls, fresco traces, lamps, and inscriptions signaling continued Bacchanalian worship after 188 B C. The find includes stucco ceilings of Constantine’s Basilica and a marble pavement.
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Washington
Rome
Boni
Forum
Sacred Way
Bacchus
Postumus
Constantine
London Charity Matinee and Ante Easter Receptions
The Queen's Theatre hosted a charity matinee featuring Lay Alington and Hon. M ol Stonor with top society and American guests including Countess G lard and Anthony Drexel. Lady Constance Hutch organized, while the Marchioness of Londonderry hosted an ante Easter reception at Londonderry House with lavish jewels. A series of luncheons by Lord and Lady Newborough followed, with attention to gowns, diamonds, and prominent guests. A great fete at Olympia for sick children is planned for June, drawing participation from the Duchess of Roxburghe and other notable figures.
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Washington Post
London
Lay Alington
M Ol Stonor
Queen's Theater
Constance Hutch
Duke of Leeds
Duchess of Rutland
Lorden
Countess G Lard
Landomterry
Landenderry Flouse
Agate Me
Grarfwrd
Lade
Artin Butler
Fn Black
Evelyn Butter
Lewis Hariourt
Admiralty
McKenna
Lady Newborough
Batemanl
Leslie
Frank Lasvelies
Gilberts
Tady Parker
Defferin
Olympia
Ereat Ormond Street
Americ
Ducess of
Roxburghe
Bateman
Ladie Newborough
Paget
Mire
Walcut Astor
Lewis Iarcourt
Bite
Army Private Credits Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey
Private Alex J Nichols of Washington Barracks Hospital Corps says he suffered grippe yearly until winter 1907-08 when he avoided it by using Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey. He recommends it to soldiers and exposed workers, noting its tonic effect and nerve nourishment. Thousands of letters praise the product, with guaranteed authenticity.
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Alex. J. Nichols
Washington Barracks Hospital Corps
Washington, D. C
Duffy
Nichols
U. S
Grippe
Dutty Walt Whiskey Co
Rochester
N. X
N. H. ‘Shea
Ave
N. W
John Weddersurn CO
F St. N. W
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Hamidieh
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DR. Hill
Geneva University
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