Americans Quit Tug of War at Olympic Games
United States teams abandon tug of war competition at the Olympic event citing rules. Meanwhile Liverpool athletes appear in steel-bound footwear despite regulations. The UK secures two victories and two points in field events as Larner sets a development record in the 10 minute walk. Danels wins a heat in the 106 meter swim while Lightboy loses the steeplechase. Americans to enter Paris sports.
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United Kingdom
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Dev
Danels
Paris
Public Wager on Taft Sets Early Campaign Tone in Washington
Government employees posted the first public wager of the presidential campaign in Washington, odds 9 to 1 that Wart would win. Both backers are government workers. names withheld. A separate incident reports lightning striking a baggage car near Americus, tearing a hole in its roof as the train moved, with passengers escaping unharmed.
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Washington
Americus
Central Railway
Rebels Put to Flight End of Revolt Predicted
Disorder in Honduras and surrounding areas described as uprisings against government forces. Reports claim Malcontents repulsed by government troops, with Marines not landed and focus on regaining control.
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Na Y Department
Honduras
Dragnet for clew call on coroner for aid in Drew case
A muddled Teals Pond death of Hazel Drew prompts a public inquiry led by District Attorney O Brien and Coroner Strobe. Investigators, questioned witnesses, and letters to authorities seek a solid lead as an inquest is scheduled for early next week.
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Fairfax Title Fight and Peerage Claim in 19th Century Notice
A fragmented notice discusses a Fairfax title dispute and the petition claiming the title Lord Fairfax of Cameron in the peerage of Scotland. It mentions petitioners, house of laws, and an implied court action. Also referenced is travel advertising for $125 Baltimore round trip via the Pennsylvania Railroad, with ads noting return validity and standard classifieds.
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Japanese cadets arrive aboard Taisei at San Francisco
Training ship Taisei from Yokohama, with a large cadet contingent, reaches San Francisco after noon. Special excursion train to Frederick, Keedynville, and Antietam area departs Union Station Sunday July 12 for Baltim ore and Ohio.
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Former slave jockey Coleman dies at 110 in Seguin
Special to The Washington Post. George Coleman, 110, a former slave and famed jockey about 75 years ago, died at his Seguin home. He belonged to the Lindsay family of Kentucky and rode in New York Philadelphia and Washington. Coleman traveled with Dana Rice for three years and moved to Texas about 50 years ago.
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Whales Sighted Off Jersey Coast Excite Shore Resorts
A school of about whales was seen off the Jersey coast near Sandy Hook and Point Pleasant, about five miles from shore, causing interest and excitement at nearby summer resorts.
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Sandy Hook
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Bryan ignores Hearst appeal for funds sent out
Democratic candidate William J Bryan urges farmers to donate from five to one hundred dollars or more to the Commoner endorsed anti imperialist league fund. The appeal, dated for remarks in Denver, calls farmers to support the campaign as Bryan plans to depart Friday for Chicago to meet the national committee subcommittee. The note cites Hearst and party managers, outlining contributions and public fundraising raises.
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Bryan Trip Delays in Gineagh and Iowa Delegates Call
Mr Bryan plans travel over the Burlington route toward Chicago with a 3 AM Saturday arrival. The duration in Gineagh hinges on a subcommittee’s decisions, likely only one day. Iowa Democrats and delegates from Manchester DuBuque Cedar Rapids Stone City visit Fairview as Bryan receives endorsements. He confirms the Anti Imperialistic League endorsement but declines to state plans for the Commoner if elected.
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Twice Saved by Brick Wall in Greenwich Fire
A Greenwich blaze destroyed the livery stable and two nearby buildings causing about 225000 in damage. The party wall between the post office and the carriage repository of Tohu Bay saved the town’s business section. fire started shortly before noon reportedly from children playing with matches. outside help was summoned as the wall held and nearby structures burned.
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Ginnold
Village Tries Hobson Plan Seacliff Sinks Schooner
Sea Cliff residents celebrate as they thwart Long Island Railroad Company efforts to land boats. Townspeople flood the area, hose the steamers, and tow the schooner to block the approach, cheering the captain as the vessel sinks the float amid village resistance to railroad service.
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Ethel Roosevelt Birthday Celebration Planned at Sagamore Hill
The Roosevelt family marks Ethel Roosevelt’s birthday with a party at Sagamore Hill. Young friends invited to dance on the veranda as the President joins to celebrate the occasion.
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President calls Bonaparte to conference at Oyster Bay
President Roosevelt summons Bonaparte to Oyster Bay for a conference on official business after Bonaparte arrived at his summer home. The Attorney General had left on a late afternoon train, and the nature of the meeting was not disclosed.
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Peary Sets Sail for Pole Amid Harbor Salutes
Commander Peary sails aboard the Roosevelt to reach the North Pole with the Eric and auxiliary steamer Brie following northward from Nova Scotia. The flotilla exchanges flags with Yachting clubs in harbor as both vessels load coats and whale meat for the voyage.
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Taft Plans Temperate Speech and Trust Regulation
Taft to sail July 26 from Hot Springs for Cincinnati event on July 28 and return by September 3. Speech will stress caution to avoid alarm to business and propose regulating trusts by federal license. Kellogg and others discuss trust policy and campaign strategy as Democrats in several states consider supporting Taft.
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United Front in the West Shapes Taft Plan and Talks
Western Republican leaders gather plans for the campaign with Taft and Hitchcock as they discuss a federal licensing approach to trusts, Senate candidate views, and West Coast coordination. Taft reviews a lengthy speech, golfed with George Ingalls, and braces for meetings in Colorado Springs and Chicago to unify campaign effort across states West of the Missouri.
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Avon man, 95, kills himself after fear of centenarian life
Frederick Andrews aged 95 of Avon Avon climbs a ladder and hanged himself to an upper rung last night in Winsted Conn, as reported by the Washington Post. Officials say he had no desire to live to a centenary and took his own life.
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Eight Warrants Sought After City Eating Place Inspections
Health department seeks arrest warrants for eight proprietors after Monday and Tuesday inspections of eating places led by Health Officer Woodward. Major hotels and restaurants in downtown were scrutinized amid a campaign against unsanitary conditions. warnings and notices were issued, with some owners promising to comply after inquiries and registrations at the health office.
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Charles Burrows
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William J Hunter
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Katsura outlines Japan policy aims after interview
Marquis Katsura Japan's premier and finance minister pledges to improve foreign ties and remodel finances. He vows peace to avoid any wart disturbances and prioritizes redeeming unproductive bonds, reducing armament spending to the lowest feasible level, and readjusting finances to dispel wartime strain. A travel line notes R128 to Baltimore and return.
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Japan
Russia
Hotels Under Investigation Prompt Action Across State
Health Officer Woodward announces that large hotels must compete with smaller establishments as investigations advance. The well known avenue hotel is scrutinized while many proprietors register compliance amid expected actions today. Florida grants violations of the law highlighted in the notices.
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