Ill Spirit of Mayfair War Spreads Through London Society
In a fog of political hostility the social season in London weakens as the home rule debate drains receptions and private dinners of zest. The Countess of War wick laments a new spirit in Ulster influencing gatherings at Mayfair mansions. The shift strains cross party hospitality, leaving hostesses to balance duties without favoring either side. This week sees the royal circle resuming balls at Buckingham Palace, while Anglo American centenary events promise grand organization and international attention.
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Pasteurization Urged to Prevent Dairy Infections
Health officials warn raw milk and cream harbor tuberculous and intestinal diseases. Pasteurization, near boiling, cooling, and proper storage reliably prevents contamination without harming nutrition or taste. Families urged to avoid raw dairy and seek pasteurized products. district health info available from the Health Officer.
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Volcanic activity in Japan on the wane says American volcanologist
Dr Frank A Perret, head of the Volcanic Research Society and Volcanological Institute of Naples, reports that Japan's volcanic and earthquake activity seems to be waning over centuries. He recalls a near fatal Sakurajima eruption, but asserts lava and tremors may diminish, with Mount Aso noting about 4,000 residents nearby amid ongoing risks.
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Love and Politics: Parnell and O Shea Revealed
The Washington Post reports Katherine O S h e a’s book on Charles Stewart Parnell blends romance and politics. It chronicles their secret meetings, risky disguises, and the couple’s impact on Home Rule while noting threats and devotion amid a scandalous life.
Military budget doubles seven year total in Austria Hungary
Vienna reports show Austro-Hungarian military estimates for the coming year nearly double the army and navy spend seven years ago. The war budget seeks 186 million dollars for war, 115 million for army, 36 million for navy, and 35 million for militia. Critics cite rising costs, labor and material prices, and alleged arms makers' rings as factors. Oscar Straus heads for Spain to attend Kermit Roosevelt wedding. Frank Gould recovering in Paris from illness.
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Mystery and Romance of Parnell Love Story Unveiled
Katherine O'Shea, the woman he loved and later married, reveals Charles Stewart Parnell's inner life and political career. The book sheds light on how personal passions influenced Irish politics and the collapse of home rule, illustrating a leader torn between public duty and forbidden love.
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William Ireland Forgery Case Returns to Limelight
A London report recounts William Henry Ireland's famed Shakespeare forgeries from the late eighteenth century, including forged documents and a fabricated "Hamblette" manuscript. The Hodgkin library sale reveals Ireland’s deceit and the sensational claims surrounding Queen Elizabeth’s purported letter.
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GETS-IT Promises Quick Corn and Callus Relief
An advertisement touts GETS-IT as a pain free remedy for corns and calluses. It claims a few drops shrink and vanish corns, unlike prior salves, razors, or cutters. Sold 2c a bottle by E. Lawrence & Co of Chicago and by Washington retailers O Donnell and People’s Drug Stores and F. G. Eck.
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Fight London Night Clubs
London police raided night clubs across social classes from aristocratic venues to illegal clubs selling liquor under club disguise. Amid hotel and restaurant pressure for later hours, Earl of Bessborough and his delegation asked the home secretary to extend closing hours from 6:30 PM to 1:30 AM.
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American doctor Mayo honored in St Petersburg visit
Dr William J Mayo of Minnesota, famed American surgeon, receives royal welcome during a hospital inspection tour in St Petersburg. He meets with prominent surgeons and students at the clinical hospital of Prof Feodorof before departing for Moscow and later Kyiv and Odessa.
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Anglo American peace ball to mark century of peace
London June 6 an Anglo American peace centenary ball approved by the British committee will be held at Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday to celebrate 100 years of peace among English speaking peoples. Duchess of Teck Mrs Walter Fage and Princess Arthur of Connaught head the organizing committee with many duchesses and prominent Americans.
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London Balls Should Introduce Dancers Says Sir Philip Burne-Jones
A London Times cable reports Sir Philip Burne-Jones urging introductions at society dances to spare young women from sitting out and going home unpaired. He argues many guests do not know each other, making etiquette rigid and humiliating, while hostesses could ease social friction by facilitating introductions.
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Boston Opera Charms Paris Backer Calls Season Success
Eben Jordan of Boston, a backer of the Boston Opera Company currently in Paris, praises the season as wonderful and says it will likely pay expenses. He attributes success to Henry Fussell's management and notes Paris offers the best performances in years amid his golf with his daughter.
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Rob Roy Landmarks Saved by Lords Decision
Glasgow was denied permission to draw water from Loch Weil and Loch Dolne. The House of Lords ruled that water from the eastern watershed cannot be diverted to western uses, preserving Rob Roy birthplaces and grave from submersion. The decision hinges on riparian regulations, not sentimental pleas.
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Welsh Church Disestablishment Passes in Parliament
London June 6 The bill to disestablish the Church of England in Wales becomes law under the Parliament Act despite House of Lords opposition. The measure treads a 40 year bloc by nonconformists and aligns with Asquith’s pledges, outlining compensation and funding for clergy and transfer of church property to state bodies for health and education.
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Countess Warwick to Start Garden Planning Firm
London June 6 The Countess of Warwick, an avid amateur gardener, plans to turn garden planning into a profession. She will hire a staff of women assistants from Studley Castle Warwickshire and run projects from concept to planting under her direction. The Countess’s gardens at Easton Lodge near Dunmow are celebrated for their beauty.
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Kaiser foe to hazing seeks stern steps in Prussia
Berlin June 6 The Kaiser presses for stricter measures against cruelty to recruits after recent Reichstag remarks by Gen Falkenhayn and a Potsdam court case. Two cuirassier guards had taunted sleeping recruits at night, forced songs, and rough handling with sabers. Sentences were raised on appeal, prompting debate over whether such rulings set a precedent and how to curb hazing in the German army.
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Pembroke Treasures Likely to Be Bought by American Collectors
London reports the Earl of Pembroke will auction a selected part of the Wilton Library at Chatsworth and may sell by private treaty. Sothebys will catalog the June 7 sale featuring rare items including the Bool of St Albans by Dame Juliana Berners, a 146-era Catholicon, eight Caxtons, Boethin’s Concolatione Philosophiae, with many items expected to travel to America after centuries at Wilton House.
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Duchess Visits Mrs Larson at New York Dinner
Grand Duchess Anastasia of Mecklenburg Schwern, once persona non grata in Berlin, devotes her time to American hostesses this season. This week she was guest of honor at a large dinner hosted by Mrs Peter Larson of New York, featuring Russian dancer Mile Fedova as the star performer.
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Taxing Duels Proposed by French Chamber Member
A newly elected French deputy in Paris proposed taxing duels as a publicity form akin to funerals, suggesting a graded scale with a high tier fee of 460 francs for the duel in the top class. The plan envisions duels as a revenue source and contemplates penalties if challenges are declined or deemed unnecessary.
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Bold Sulphur Cream Promises Fast Eczema Relief
A dermatology expert promotes common bold sulphur cream for eczema and skin eruptions. He says an ounce applied twice or thrice calms itching, heals irritated skin, and may keep eruptions from returning for years, though not guaranteed. He advises purchasing sulphur cream from pharmacies and applying like cold cream.
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