Japan Seeks Peace Talks After Port Arthur Fall
London dispatch notes Japan open to peace talks under a basis of Russia evacuating Manchuria, while Russian advisers resist. Baron Hayashi cites two barriers to settlement and flags British and American mediation as possible. Minsk, insurance markets rise on rumors of an end to hostilities by March.
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Objections to Congress May Shape Hague Conference
A London Times cablegram to The Washington Sun discusses the Hague conference and suggests objections may influence belligerents. The piece reflects on coffee versus Postum as a health claim, noting a reader’s letter praising Postum as a coffee substitute and citing health benefits for headaches and nervousness.
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Japanese Loan Terms Draw Tokyo Criticism In Newspapers
Tokyo papers condemn the loan terms as high for the 360 million dollar issue. half to be sold in London and New York at 90 1 2, secured by a second charge on customs duties. Kuhn Loeb to manage the New York half with proceeds possibly kept in New York banks per Japanese government rules.
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Honored Flower of Japan at Chrysanthemum Garden Party
The emperor hosted the annual chrysanthemum garden party at Aoyama Palace Park with about a thousand guests including the Empress and princes. Notable attendees included Lloyd Griscom and Mrs Griscom, Mrs Scidmore, Sir Claude M MacDonald, and Gen Sir William Miller.
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Japan's Real War Genius Named Kodama by Curtis
Curtis told the Geographic Society at the National Rifles Armory that Baron Kodama planned Japan's Manchurian campaign and that his aide Fukushima could draw Manchuria’s map by sight. He praised Japanese soldiers as intelligent and patriotic, noting a democratic army with peasant-born officers. A stereo display illustrated the lecture.
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Russiansause Port Arthur news and Shakhe River casualty figures
Reports from Mukden suggest the fall of Port Arthur may be learned with Britain seen as magnanimous in the North Sea crisis. Japanese forces near Shakhe River have inflicted heavy losses with 33,250 killed or wounded, the corrected tally showing 90 officers among the dead. General Sakharoff notes a quiet night with only minor outpost incidents.
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No News From Port Arthur and Antung Trade Move
No news from Port Arthur reached Chefoo and no confirmation in London of November rumors of capitulation or a Staessel armistice request. The Daily Telegraph reports Japan may open Antung port to silk merchants with permits, to protect silk trade after China protested neutral shipping exclusion.
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Italian honors for Morgan not true claims unfold
A report claims J Pierpont Morgan received a Knight of the Crown of Italy for returning the Ascarl cape, but officials say there is no truth. The king will decide recognitions, possibly commander of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus. Ascalt municipality may offer honorary citizenship to Morgan.
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Demand on the Porte Over Caravan Raid Near Aleppo
The American Legation in Constantinople demanded reparation after brigands attacked a Smyrna based caravan belonging to MacAndrews & Forbes. Six camels were killed, sixty camels and a large sum of money were stolen. The note calls for arrest and punishment of the outlaws, restitution, and stronger preventive measures.
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Finland Arming Cause Linked to Patriotism Plan
Abo Finland court hears former Senator Schaumann testimony linking his son’s crime to anti Russianization efforts. He says his aim was to form life companies to sustain patriotism during dark days, not to promote a rifle scheme. Other items note Freemasons denouncing Innsbruck riots and praise for Roosevelt election gains.
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Russian Liberals Active as Tsarist Press Debates Empire
In St. Petersburg the Nov 11 report notes liberal press discussion of Russia’s internal state. Proposals argue for free expression, with zemstvo representatives meeting next week drawing interest. Jews praise Interior Minister Mirsky for equality, while Armenia church property and school autonomy signals hint at policy shifts.
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Two Men Die in Paris Ripolin Paints Factory Fire
A major blaze at the Ripolin Wnamel Paints Factory in Issy near Paris resulted in two confirmed deaths and many injuries. An explosion wrecked the building around four o clock, trapping workers. Barred windows hindered escape as flames engulfed the factory and several women leapt into the Seine to escape the fire.
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Dandy in knee breeches shocks London with new attire tone
A London aristocrat attends the theater in knee breeches provoking admiration and debate on sartorial reform. The piece notes the advantages of small clothes over trousers, arguing they balance the figure, last longer, and show a good leg, while acknowledging drawbacks.
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Teapots of Curious Make From England’s Early History
Quaint teapots from early English days illustrate how China tea imports and East India Company trade shaped fashion and craft. As porcelain and clay pots evolved, vessels took ship, house, shell, fruit, and animal forms, with some records of events and moral inscriptions for posterity.
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England proposes navy reforms abolish coast guard and modernize
From the London Graphic forecast of naval changes to cut coast guard patrolling with 6,000 trained men, shift to oil sprayed coal, and broaden fuel sources. Rise of younger staff at Whitehall, two year commissions, civilian replacements afloat, and gradual withdrawal of non fighting ships with mercantile crews where needed. Cruise squadrons will be concentrated, sparking debate on rear admiral promotions and seniority.
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Another jewel robbery shocks Chicago couple
Mrs. Jackson reports her pocketbook and rings stolen. Mr. Jackson remains calm as they search the den, pantry, baby carriage, and dresser for clues while debating whether to call police. The value includes a $70 check and $71.40 in cash.
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Wedding Ring Crisis Sparks Tears and Billing
A quarrel over a lost wedding ring escalates as a woman pleads with her partner to retrieve the pocketbook containing valuables. He examines the item with odd fixation while she laments the ball of memory and accuses him of dull sentiment. The scene ends with a sharp rebuke as she exits in anger.
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War for a Century from the Dutch Achinese War
An article from the Chicago Journal notes over a century of conflict between the Dutch and Achinese in Sumatra. It cites ferocious fighting, escalating brutality, and a Dutch commander boasting of killing 281 women and 88 children, with broadcasts of the report worldwide. The piece critiques the Hague tribunal as the moral authority on war conduct.
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Local man declines paper for busy village life
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