Plans for Defense Indo China Fears in France and Japan
France fears Japan plans to invade Indo China with talks of stronger defenses and large credits to calm public unrest. Tokyo agitation and British-Russian diplomacy heighten tensions as Paris seeks measures to defend colonies. reports say naval and army augmentations are considered and officials may inspect Indo China requirements. A separate note mentions reduced rates to Fort Worth for rail travel in May.
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Toryu «Gam
France
Japan
Indo China
Janenese
Indochina
Delcasse
Tokyo
Rosentvenaky
Indo-China
the Temps
Figaro
Uke the Patrie
Japa
Hanai
Tonquin
Kamranh Bay
St Petersburg
Pacific
Russia
Great Britain
Balfour
House of Commons
Indias
Bev
Peshawar
Wi Balfour
India
Kandahar
Constitutional Party
Katanec
Ordanintion
Chamber of Commerce
Bpecia
Washington Post
London
Paria
Agitation over bribery ties to Russo-French affairs
The article notes widespread bribery charges involving French officials, with Russian money allegedly used to gain illicit privileges. It says official talks between Admiral Rosetsvensky and French authorities followed neutrality, but had little effect. The week’s unrest spurred France to recognize the gravity of the fault and to order actions in the Far East to secure Japan’s complaint.
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Rosestvensky
Far East
Japan
Fierce Japanese Attacks in Manchuria Seek to Roll Back Russian Left
In Gadgeyadana Manchuria Japanese forces, after 18 months of pressure, push to reverse gains by the Russian left near Mukden. Russians advance in three columns to Dangu Pass but face renewed night assaults. Center lines pull back near Machantze and Madinpu south of Changtu. A Russian scout along the Ligo River encounters Chinese bandits aided by Japanese officers and dragoons, halting Russian progress.
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Gadgeyadana
Manchuria
Mukden
Dangu Pass
Machantze
Madinpu
Changtu
Ligo River
Fenghhushahieng
Daliaohe
Sindohe
Peace rumors amid Russia Japan mediation chatter
Rumors circulated in Washington that the State Department urged mediation between Russia and Japan. Claims said Ambassador Meyer in St Petersburg and Minister Griscom in Tokyo received or sent telegraphs signaling peace talks. Government officers denied any such messages and stated no new negotiations were known.
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Washington
State Department
Meyer
St Petersburg
Miniater Griscom
Tokyo
Russia
Japan
Mr Griscom
Department
Russla
Jeet
Transport Shegutsu blown up by mine near Minoto Ialanda
Reported May 1s from Chefoo says Japanese transport Shegutsu carrying provisions for Niuchwang struck a mine near Minoto Ialanda. After part blown away, it signaled distress but refused aid as a Chinese merchantman could not assist. The Sobratense also struck a mine off Port Arthur and sank with crew and passengers drowned.
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Chefoo
Shegutsu
Niuchwang
Minoto Ialanda
Sobratense
Port Arthur
Tornado devastates Mount Pleasant area in Texas
A fierce tornado passed 2.5 miles southeast of Mount Pleasant on May 18 killing one person and wounding several, some fatally. The half mile wide funnel cleared three miles of fences and barns as it moved northeast after striking southwest of the city. Many homes were destroyed and residents received medical care and aid from local doctors and citizens.
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Mount Pleasant
Tex
Here
Eorth
Gerald
Mra Adkins
Milas Salife
Gemid
Hefner
Sam Harris
JR Jones
T McDowell
Luther Tabb
Admiral Dewey III Unable to Address Founders Dinner
Mrs Dewey announced Admiral Dewey, resting with a cold at his hotel, could not attend the Founders and Patriots dinner. The Admiral had traveled from Washington and planned to speak at the society's annual meeting in City Hall where he was elected governor general. Tickets for a Confederate Veteran reunion and a Southern Railway trip to Asheville are advertised.
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Washington Post
New York
Dewey
Admiral Dewey
Washington
Ameri
Ecity Hall
Coroner's Jury Links Narcotic Poisoning To Croker Death
Newton Kansas May 18 coroner s jury returns verdict that Herbert V Croker died May 22 195 on Santa Fe train No 17 between Kansas City Missouri and Newton from narcotic poisoning taken in Kansas City before boarding. clothing not his own and hat bearing Minneapolis mark. police chief Hayes questions foul play overindulgence. witnesses Ah Lee Ah Ghee and Charles Wilson report opium den visit and Croker s appearance after smoking with Wilson guiding to depot. body awaiting brother Richard Croker of New York.
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Newton
Kans
Herbert
Herbert Croker
Kansas City
Croker
Richard Croker
New York
Sam Croker
Ah Lee
Ah Ghee
Charles Wilson
Wilson
Lee
Oklahoma
Astoon
Union Station
Wiisor
Twin City Club
Payne
A. J Rader
Eansse City
Rader
Death linked to liquor opium mix in St Louis case
In St Louis on May 18 a report says Croker died after a perilous mix of liquor and opium. Witnesses note liquor and opium use were common among workers near Cronin's bar. Col Zach Mulhall recalls Croker's West ranch trip per his mother's wishes with letters of introduction and plans for riding horses and gainful work. Mulhall says Croker led an excellent life, abstaining from drink and smoking.
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Jerry Sullivan
Cronin's
Walter
St Louis
Zach Mulhall
Herbert V Croker
Buss
Okla
Croker
Croker Engaged to Horton Before Westward Elopement
Miss Jeanette Horton of Horton Hall Delaware County New York says Herbert V Croker became engaged on May 4 and planned to wed in Oklahoma two weeks later with his mother objecting. Horton describes their elopement plan at Ranch 101 and notes Croker’s death en route, denying opium use and citing a weak heart from drinking. The report includes Horton’s statements about Croker’s family and social standing. Catholic Knights Elect Officers in St Louis amid a weeklong session and adjournment for 1907 Cincinnati meeting.
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Hmancee
Jeanette Horton
Oklahoma
Washington Post
New York
Herbert V Croker
Horton Hall
Delaware County
N. Y
Mins Horton
Ranch
Anna TL Horton
West Twenty-second Street
Mra Croker
Misa Horton
Young Croker
Kansas City
Herbert
Frank
Pmlosple
West
Blss
Okla
Catholic Knights
St Louis
Supreme Council of the
Catholic Knights of America
Cincinnati
F. Gaudin
New Orleans
YF. Croghan
Providence
R L
Anthony Matre
Bt. Louis
Irea Carroll
France
Japan
Herbert Croker
Chicago
Ghan
Raiway Congress
Nan Patterson
Loeb
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Hungary
Dentes
Virginia
Church Music Congress
Southern Industrial Parliament
Wall Street
Gosmo
Justice Day
Washington
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Richmond Society
Tchief
Stevenson
Lincoln
Washington Real Estate
Edison Wilder
China
Lake Mohank
Patent Office
John Pierpont Morgan
Mra Gilman
George Bernard Shaw
Helen Oldfield
J A. Howland Allen
Thurmen
Bayoyard
Panama
Chinatown
Twenty Third Death Simple Funeral Services Five Unidentified Bodies
Five unidentified bodies were buried from Market Square Presbyterian Church after simple rites. The South Harrisburg railroad disaster left 35 hospitalized, with 23 dead or dying. Watches recovered from the wreck bore numbers and marks, while William H. Holmes of Philadelphia was identified by his father among the recovered remains.
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Market Square Presbyterian Church
H. H. Holmes
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
American Watch Company
Edson
New York
Broad Street
Ifa
Jolson
Pittsburg
Isa
Paxtaing
George Chambers
Ells N Kremter
Chambers
William H. Holmes
Thirteenth Berks Streets
Holmes
Heage
Pléeg
Frm
Witnesses in beef trust inquiry may testify Monday
Federal officials report a new witness, JF Streyckmans, who fronts Armour & Co’s alleged secret rebates and overcharges. He testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission and is expected to aid the grand jury before midweek. The Erie railroad denies paying private car rebates as probe continues.
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Chicago
Beef Trust
JF Streyckmans
Interstate Commerce Commission
Armour & Co
New York
F D Underwood
Erie Roailroad Company
Erie
Oneoae
St Petersburg drills for May Day unrest with ambulance service
May 18 dispatch reports extensive preparations for possible May Day demonstrations in St Petersburg. Workmen meetings in suburbs allowed but banned in the city. Troops occupy government depots and Neva bridges. Municipal authorities arrange large ambulance service with the medical association. Governor warns Sunday promenaders to avoid crowds as revolutionary bills circulate and Cossacks display in streets. The day is expected to pass quietly.
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St. Petersburg
Washington Post
St Petersburg
Neva
Medical Association
Hen
Utes Threaten Uprising Sparks Troop Rush to Reservations
A dispatch from Denver reports United States troops being moved from multiple forts in Arizona and New Mexico toward the Alatar Ute reservation. Cavalry will patrol the White River Utes amid talks of resistance, while settlers seek protection from regulars stationed at Hard.
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Washington
Denver
Colo
United States
Arizona
New Mexico
Army
Old Tal
Wind Storm Destroys Buildings Across Kansas Towns
A May storm damaged Ger man Ergangelteel Church five dwellings and farm buildings, with no injuries reported. A schoolhouse and ten farmhomes were demolished, telephones broken, and a tornado lifted near Mayetta cutting treetops. Alta Vista homes unroofed and additional damage noted in Popeks.
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Alta Vista
Mystery of Herbert Croker's Death at Chicago
Mystery surrounds the death of Herbert Croker in Chicago as reports vary over the cause. Investigators question circumstances while authorities pursue leads in a case drawing public attention and speculation.
Girl Foiled Her Assailant in Delaware Lynching Threats
Miss Sallie Sapp, returning with her brother near Kirkwood, fought off James White alias Lum Hill, who assaulted her with a coat over her head. She fired a revolver from a basket, grazing him. State Detectives Rat Hdge and Hawkins captured him in Wilmington to avert mob action. The incident underscores Delaware’s twenty year penalty for attempted assault.
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Washington Post
Wilmington
Del
Sallie Sapp
Kirkwood
James White
Lum Hill
Rat- Hdge
Hawkins
Miss Sapp
Delaware
Bribery Rumor Probed Over NYC Gas Bill Passage
Albany District Attorney Addington is investigating bribery claims tied to the narrow passage last week in the New York City gas bill. The probe has found nothing yet, but a senator allegedly boasted of profiting from the winter term. The DA plans to seek an interview with the senator amid widespread chatter.
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Washington Post
Albany
Addington Ia
State Senate
New York City
Strike 10 Spread As Team Owners, Union Vow Deliveries Fight
A lengthy labor standoff pits the Teamsters Joint Council against the Team Owners' Association as 4 500 drivers go on strike with fears of wider disruption. The conflict centers on deliveries to boycotted houses and threatens food supply delivery by South Water street haulers. Police anticipate possible unrest but promise capable control.
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Teamsters Joint Council
Teamsters
Team Owners’ Association
Teamsters’ Council
Wulness
Teamasters
Employers’ Association
Teamsters’ Union
Joint Council of
Thy Teamastere
Commission
South Water Street
T Teamsters' Joint Council
Team Owners
Feamsterw Council
Pollen O'Neill
Plucky Workman Leaps With Flaming Dynamite to Save River Vessel
In Richmond Virginia a man named Robert Pocklington grabbed a blazing dynamite box and dived into the James River aloft ending with the box under his arm. He saved an Old Dominion steamer and several wharves, while rescuing workers aboard the vessel and near the dock. The daring act occurred near the Old Dominion wharf as dredging and blasting operations continued.
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Washington Post
Richmond
Robert Pocklington
James River
Old Dominion
Old Dominion Wharf
the James
Pocklington
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