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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1909

Page

6

Italy and Triple Entente Crisis Shapes European Powers

The article surveys Italy’s diplomatic stance amid a Grecian crisis and a looming showdown among Austria, Germany, Britain, Russia, and France. It notes Italy’s shift toward the Triple Entente, the risk of a broader crisis, and the delicate balance of military commitments and perceived betrayals affecting Vienna, Berlin, and London.

Austia Germany Victor Great Briaim Russia France Spagial Washington Post London Italy God King Ivter Fanmancel Rusia Cosmain Jast Waren Texas Vienna Berlin Haly Bath Totherham Rasela Brana Joseph Calyssalir Greece Germay Austria

Chinese Opposition to Loans Sparks Election Prep

Fragmentary report shows Chinese groups resisting government loan measures ahead of elections. Mention of provincial committees, plans for foreign clan warnings, and efforts to mobilize support while tensions rise. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text.

Tatas Denpecul Afasion Shiuw

Cure Catarrh With Free Trial Treatment Offer

Read a cobbled advertisement promising a free trial of a “Ronde fal Guise Combined Catarrh Cure.” It urges sending a coupon to receive the remedy by mail, claiming it will restore normal conditions, end bad breath, and provide relief from catarrh.

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Exgitan origin of Vinel bust questioned by Berlin museum

London dispatch reports growing evidence about the Vinel bust purchased by Dr. Bode for 40000 for the National Museum at Berlin. Mr Lucas states details of his father’s wax casting, while Berlin’s Kaleer Fried rich Museum confirms the bust is a copy of an original in the Hasser Friedrich Museum and notes the sculptor’s gifts beyond his era.

Washington Kum London

Wedgwood Dinner Service Found After Long Loss

A famed 1774 Wedgwood set of 1200 pieces made for Empress Catherine of Russia, costing about 315,000, vanished from the Russian palace for over a century. Recently recovered pieces were found in Peterhof and will be exhibited in England, reviving interest in the celebrated service.

England Catherine Russia Washington London Europe Josiah Wedgwood Catherine of Rossi Russian Pound Thomas Bentley Etruria Mayer Liverpool la Grenouilliere Tsarsko Selo Palace St Petersburg China Septhiad Sey Isles Isle of Anglesey Wedgwood Wallurson Wilhamson Hewtt Highgate Hampstead Palace of Peterhof Russa

War on the Vatican a Calm Fight Across Europe

Special correspondence from Washington Pool Rome reports a widening clash between Freemasonry in Latin nations and the Vatican. France Spain and Italy face measures against church influence as radicals seek to suppress religious orders and clerical instruction while the pope urges calm and faith in Latin steadiness amid protests following Ferrer’s execution.

Washington Pool Rome Vatican France Combes Clemenceau Spain Portugal Italy Paris Ferrer Tly Haying Vatican Rock Slava Nathan The Freemasons Giolitti Erland

Tom Ball Wins $1000 PGA Golf Title at Wal ton Heath

Special Cable reports Tom Ball, a rising professional from West Lancashire, won the $1000 PGA tournament at Walton Heath. Alexander Herd of Huddersfield and former open champion were among contenders. Ball led by 2 up after 18 holes with a dramatic start as the first ten holes were halved in an extraordinary opening at the first-class match.

Washington Vst London Tom Ball Professional Golfers Association Walton Heath Bell West Lancashire Alexander Herd Huddersfield Wilte” Park Harry Varden North Berwick

Woman Dies From Eating Wire In Birmingham Case

Special Cable to The Washington Pot Birmingham reports a woman named Elizabeth Ashby who developed a habit of eating wire. Under Dr Underwood she was treated ten weeks by the Aston board of guardians. After death a post mortem found a globular mass of fine copper wire the size of a cricket ball in her stomach. She reportedly swallowed the wire while at work.

Washington Birmingham Underwood Aston Board of Guardians Elizabeth Ashby

Telegraph errors to be reduced by new perforating system

London reports a new apparatus to eliminate telegram mistakes. Creed perforating machine converts ribbon holes to typed text, with a receiving instrument printing sender name, address, and message automatically. Trials in Liverpool, Manchester, and Birmingham show promising results despite higher costs, with more installations expected.

Washington Post London Liverpool Manchester Birmingham Port Ofice

Dog Proves Good Sleuth in Berlin Railway Incident

Special dispatch reports police dog Fricka aiding a case in Berlin district where rails were torn up near Opaleniten delaying the Russian express. A man fled through fields but was pursued. witnesses place him near the site. He claimed innocence as he was captured after refusing to surrender.

Berlin Sitc Fricka Posen Twa Trang Secer Opaleniten

Heat of Stars Measured by Paris Observatory

Paris reports to the Academy of Arts and Sciences that the coldest star observed is in Perseus at 2.98 degrees and the hottest in Taurus at 60,000 degrees. The Sun ranks as one of the coldest stars at 6,980 degrees, with the Pole Star at 9,900 degrees, as presented by Balland. Also noted is Prof See’s theory that certain insects follow electric atmospheric currents seasonally.

Paris Ort Academy of Arietces Ballland Paris’ Observatory M Morrison Oa Perseus

Columbus Birthplace Debate Sparks Papal Canonization Drive

A heated debate over Christopher Columbus birthplace stalls a petition to Rome for his canonization. Archbishops Ryan and Knights of Columbus press the case, while critics in Spain and Italy question whether Columbus was Genoa, Savona, or another Italian city. The contention centers on national claims and his Italian birth as foundational to the cause.

Epetial Washington Rome Ryan Philadelphia Knights of Columbus Christopher Columbus Congregation of Rites Canoniagtion Alweese Columbus Genoa Savona Montserra Cogolete

Reading bore paupers in London workhouses

In London on October 90 it was decided to discontinue yelling aloud to men pauper listeners in the workhouses. The bored readers lose their jobs as professional readers, while women inmates eagerly listen to the readings, enjoying the entertainment.

London

Man in Rotterdam Claims He Has Caught the Devil

Special dispatch from The Washinetson reports a Rotterdam incident where a man behaving strangely was ejected from a hostelry. He told police he had captured the Devil and would only release the demon in the presence of a Catholic priest. A priest was summoned but insisted on a proper church hierarchy, prompting the man to be transported to the hospital still clenching his fists and muttering.

Hague Rotterdam Lim Jim

Stuart's Calcium Wafers Promise Skin Disease Cure

An advertising claim extols Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a blood purifier and germ destroyer. It describes how the body fights poisons and bacteria, then says the wafers aid purification, curing boils pimples and rashes. Purchase details and a free sample offer follow, with addresses in Michigan.

Stuart Adareas F. A Stuart Co oMaraball Mich

Queen Returns to London Amid Royal Social Roundup

Queen Maud and Prince Olaf visited theaters with Queen Victoria before a quiet Sandringham retreat. The King and court attended Newmarket races. The Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe cancel large house parties after the duke’s death. Countess Pappenheim moves to Mansfield Street hosting dinners. Ambassador and Mrs Teldare join Lord Lucas at Wrest Park for his 72nd birthday weekend.

Duke and Duchess of Bateman Mechames G . Went Strawbridge Robert Emmet David Beauty Duke Duchess of Mra Teldare

Tenor Found On Ship Befriended By Baroness Von Hegermann-Lindencrone

A Danish minister’s wife, known as Miss Fay of Houston, befriended tenor Bjorn Skjold aboard a ship en route to Berlin. The baroness arranged support for his musical training, with clothing, boots, and lodging pledged by associates. Emmy Destin’s Madame Butterfly performance and Edna Mackay’s Berlin concert highlighted a lively cultural exchange as diplomats and artists prepared for events in Berlin and St Petersburg.

Baroness von Hegermann-Lindencrone Miss Fay Man Musica Emmy Deshan Madame Butterfly Mackay Berlin Cris Berlin Haranesg von Hegemann-Lindencrone Germany Mins Fay Hoston Fenor Denmark Wad Ap Bjorn Skjold Skypid Lodgues Skjold Cartss Emmy Destin Royal Opera Imede Geraldine Farrar Mme Destin United States Philharmonic New York George Washington Baron von Dem Busehe Ministry of Foreuwn Amercan Secreta Hitt Capt Shartle

German Shave Death Sentence For Jealous Lover Killings

Rostock court sentences Auguste apel to death for shooting opera singer Frieda Bartholdt in a jealous crime. Trial sees hysteric removal and moving audience, as notes reveal a love confession to Koch and a plea for mercy. Letters describe love, fidelity, and a wish to immortalize his memory.

Sperlat Berlin Fiemulliner Auguste @apel Rostock Frieda Bartholdt

Postman Keeps Massive Mail Backlog in Lille Parish

A lazy postal worker in Comines near Lille kept delaying delivery for years, hoarding undelivered letters and parcels in his sitting room. Weighing 1.99 pounds, the stash grew to arrears over five years. He admitted procrastination, saying his rounds were too long, and was sentenced to twelve months in prison.

Wubbagut Comimes Lille Henca

Chauffeurs Parade in Paris Protest With Horns and Tunes

Chauffeurs in Paris staged a loud protest outside a magistrate’s house. Thousands of horn blasts and car horns filled the street as 200 drivers circled to the tune of a marching chorus. Police, unable to stop the march, endured the din for half an hour before the lead driver called a halt.

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China Sends Its Students to United States for English and Chinese Study

Twenty seven Chinese students selected by examination to study in the United States and England depart from Peking. Their studies are funded by Boxer indemnity funds, drawn from unexpended balances. The group, from many provinces, is praised as an excellent body of young men. Tony Kat son, a Yale graduate and Cantonese, leads them and will distribute the students among American colleges before a brief visit to England.

Wusingtou Peking United States Empire Tony Kat Son Homself Yale America England Yonesmar Senna California Fig Syrup Co

Oust Des Planches Apathy Tariff Debate Across Parliament

Italian Chamber to review the ambassador des Planches affair amid tariff revision as GoITn faces possible withdrawal threats. Diplomats defend actions while Go italy government grapples with foreign influence, public censure, and alleged advantages tied to tariff changes. Baron des Planches linked to New York attorney Mix Hamilton, highlighting cross national pressure on tariff policy.

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France Expresses Thanks After Reception in New York

The French government today sent Ambassador Junsev and officials to the United States to convey gratitude for the cordial reception given to the French representative at the Budson Fulton celebration in New York.

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