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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1908

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2

Diplomatic Shakeup as Tower Resigns Berlin Post

The President accepted Mr. Tower’s resignation, surprising the Ambassador who has served twenty years abroad. Hill’s possible continuation could alter Berlin ties with Emperor and Empress hosting Tower’s withdrawal, while a successor will be chosen from the diplomatic service.

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Kaiser declines Hill as American ambassador to Berlin

The German government declined to reserve Dr. David Jayne Hill for the American ambassadorship to Berlin succeeding Charlemagne Tower. Secretary Root and the State Department reacted with surprise, noting Emperor William’s objection stems from a past visit by Prince Henry. Hill’s rise in diplomacy and prior service under Hay is described, with Otto von Sternberg involved in inquiries.

David Jayne Hill Ambbassador Charlemagne Tower K. Vie The Hague Hay William America Prince Henry Full Dr. Hill State Department Fills Root Foreign Office Unt Wny Washington Baron Speck von Sternbnrg Bombay

Hood's Sarsaparilla under the Pure Food and Drugs Act

The advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla remained unchanged in form and advertising under the Pure Food and Drugs Act. It asserts the tonic was originated from Dr Oliver of Boston and prescribed with great success. It is described as a spring medicine, restorative, and blood purifier with numerous cures.

Oliver Boston Hood

Diplomat Dr HiN Leaves State Department for Hague Post

The article notes Dr HiN departing the State Department to become Minister at The Hague, with prior transfers to Switzerland and involvement in the second Hague conference. It highlights his social prominence in Washington, extensive social duties abroad, and a reputation as an economic expert and political author especially on tariffs, influencing the McKinley and Roosevelt campaigns.

State Department Switzerland Hague Cou Rt Root Washington

German Declines to Receive David Jayne Hill as Ambassador

Paris and The Hague diplomatic circles report that Germany has declined to accept Dr. David Jayne Hill as the American Ambassador to Berlin. Hill, arriving from The Hague, expresses surprise at the decision and notes he had seen Germany’s satisfaction with his selection in an official Washington communication. The absence of official reasons leads to confusion and speculation.

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ROOTS ALUMNI BANQUET HIGHLIGHTS POLITICS AND TRIBUTE

Secretary Elvin Root addressed Tamitton College alumni at Le Normandie Hotel praising campus traditions. He quipped he was "instructed to vote for Hughes" sparking laughter, as officers were elected and several guests and speakers attended including James McLachlen and C. B. Low. absence of Rep. Sherman noted.

Elvin Root Tamitton College Alumni Association le Normandie Root Hughes James 8. Sherman Association K. A. Sherman Hamilton C. B. Low James McLachlen Cannon Representative Sherman M. &. Dayton Representative McLachlen R. W. Atone J. R. Baker J. D. Collins J. H. Cunningham E. Q. Perry Charles 8. Bundy Ausburn Towner M. E. Dayton Eli

Dr Stanton Coit Jailed for Assault on Omnibus Conductor

London March Magistrate Garrett sentenced Dr Stanton Coit noted writer and lecturer to one month in prison for assault on an omnibus conductor. Coit denies the charge and has been liberated pending appeal. He chairs the West London Ethical Society and edits the Ethical Review. Born in Columbus Ohio, he once worked as a herd worker at NYU settlement and holds degrees from American universities.

London West London Garrett Stanton Coit Celt West London Ethical Society The Ethical Review Columbus Ohio Herd New York University

Funeral for Senator Bryan Draws Dense Jacksonville Crowd

In Jacksonville, crowds lined streets and uncovered heads as the cortege for Senator William James Bryan passed by St. John's Episcopal Church. Stores closed at 2 pm and citizens gathered in sorrow to honor the Floridian statesman.

Jacksonville Fla William James Bryan St. John's Episcopal Church W. W. Shields Hever Bryan

No Hope for Stevens as Koreans Plan Defense Fund

Durham W. Stevens, adviser to the Japanese government in Korea, was shot in San Francisco and faced possible death from peritonitis. A Korean colony meeting in Los Angeles announced a fundraising effort to aid in the defense of those held over the attempted killing, while H Cynn vouched for the shooting. Tokyo lawmakers sent condolences to Stevens and expected similar actions from the Lords.

Gos Angeles Tokyo Washington Post San Francisco Mar Durham W. Stevens Korea J. W. Chang Stevens Hunting‘ton Los Angeles D. W. Stevens H. Cynn University of Southern California Cynn House of Representatives Korean Council of State House of Lords

Michigan Governor Predicts Taft Victory At Presidential Nomination

Gov. Fred M. Warner of Michigan, returning from Crystal Springs Florida, said if Michigan voters chose the Republican nominee Taft would win 90 percent. He briefed President Taft through Sen. William Alden Smith and met Diekema and others at the Capitol, predicting Michigan’s delegation will back Taft on the first ballot.

Michigan Taft Fred M. Warner Capitol Crystal Springs Fla Sanwel W. Smith Diekema House Senate William Alden Smith Jansing Warner Fordney Michiigan Ev Cote

Doris Has Her Way in The Saturday Evening Post

A short note on the current issue of The Saturday Evening Post by Jacques Futrelle and Bert Leston Taylor. It previews the stories Doris Has Her Way and The Simple Case of Susan, describing themes of high society, elopement, and a rich New York girl, with publication details and pricing.

Susan New York Saturday Evening Post Jacques Futrelle Doris Bert Leston Taylor Evening Post

Chinese Traitors Convicted In State Secrets Case

Seven men arrested and recently charged with trafficking in government secrets were convicted and sentenced to long terms. The court calls the conspiracy widespread and the revelations have alarmed the administration. Thirty important prisoners are held. the police chief of the Forbidden City is reportedly among them.

Peking Mar Ta Jg Elie of Police Forbidden City Tie Dynasty Welles

Fort Wadsworth to Lose Trolley Line for Security Measures

War Department orders removal of trolley tracks from Fort Wadsworth New York to block access and photograph opportunities at batteries and guns. Nearly a mile of track to be removed with new routes planned Lehmann Avenue. A large wall may be erected with sentries to prevent intrusions on the 112 acre reservation.

New York Mar Fort, Wadsworth War Department Narrows Richmond Eight and Power Company HH. Rogers Standard Oil Company Lehmann Fort Wadsworth

Sherman Improves. surgeon not required yet

Representative James Sherman of New York, ill in this city with gall stones, showed marked improvement last night. His three sons arrived in Washington yesterday with Dr. H. Peck, his family physician from Utica, and officials believe an operation may be unnecessary. Do not rely on external ads in this notice.

James Sherman New York Mr. Sherman Washington H. &. Peck Utica

Fears State's Rights End on Railroad Rate Ruling

Governor Glenn voiced concern over the Supreme Court decision on Minnesota and North Carolina cases, arguing it undermines state authority by letting Federal courts regulate railroad rates and potentially other state matters. He warned enforcement could be blocked only by court order and recalled supporting a 2.5 cent rate before state law set 2.25 cents.

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Objects to Chinese Citizen State Department Seeks to Revoke Papers

The State Department moves to revoke naturalization papers issued in Boston over thirty years ago to George William, a Chinese native from Amay China. The action follows a request from the American Minister at Peking. Chief William H. Lewis of the Boston Naturalization Bureau is ordered to commence revocation proceedings. Williams arrived in Boston in 184 and allegedly obtained papers in 1677, though he had no lawful right, and he later returned to China in 1897.

State Department Boston Mass Mar Washington George William Amay China Peking Wiliam H. Lewis Naturalization Bureau Williams

Hopeful Update on Penrose as Illness Improves

Philadelphia March 5 Senator Penrose with a dangerous illness shows slight midnight improvement per doctors note no senior bulletin yet. last report at 9 pm says no change for the worse and resting comfortably. Incomplete list of local names accompanies the report with ages and addresses.

Philadelphia United States Penrose

Bomb Explodes at Hampton Shoddy Mills Injuring Several

A dynamite blast at the Hampton shoddy mills in New Hampton, five miles from here, damaged a grinding machine and engine building, injuring several workers in nearby structures. A former employee was taken into custody for questioning. The blaze left a large well lit area with offices for rent at the Washington Post Building.

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