Crisis in Transvaal May Spark War Amid Crises
London reports a tense Transvaal crisis with Outlanders backing Milner as pressure mounts. A Johannesburg telegram warns of serious danger and possible war if Kruger resists. In Pretoria the Volksraad approves Kruger's franchise proposals and regrets Britain's rejection.
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Transvaal
Johannesburg
J. B. Robinson
Milner
Kruger
Pretoria
Volksraad
Paul Kruger
Infanta Isabella in Dispute with Queen Regent in Madrid
A rupture between the Queen Regent and Infanta Isabella, King's aunt, has strained formerly friendly relations. The Infanta's wreath for Castelar's funeral leaked, provoking disapproval. The Infanta plans to leave the palace for private lodgings in Madrid.
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Infanta
Isabella
Castelar
Nansen Declines British Antarctic Invitation Prefers Norwegian Crew
Christchurch Norway June 12 The English Geographical Society proposed Nansen join the British Antarctic Expedition. He replied declining the invitation citing a British Naval officer would command and expressing a preference for a Norwegian crew.
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Christiana
Norway
English Geographical Society
Nansen
Examinations Prepared for North Carolina Teachers
The state plans July examinations for teacher certificates. Papers will be sent to county supervisors, opened at start, graded by the State Board. Successful applicants receive diplomas signed and sealed by the board, authorizing teaching statewide.
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Mebane
State Board of Examiners
North Carolina
County Superintendent of Public Schools
Schoo
Rebels at Last, Monadnock Captain Dies of Heat
In Cavite the funeral of Capt Nichols commander of the Monadnock was held with fleet officers present as flags flew at half mast. The Monadnock shelled Paranaque trenches all day while rebels fled southward and American troops closed in. Nichols died after collapsing from heat around 5 pm after expressing satisfaction with progress saying We’ve got the rebels at last.
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Manila
Nichols
Cavite
Monadnock
Paranaque
Arbitration outlook grim as conference faces unity hurdle
Washington reports grave risk that all arbitration schemes before the Hague peace conference may fail. Germany opposes the effort and seeks support from others while Japan, Russia, Italy and Brazil feature in global notes. The item also notes unusual facts from various countries and a quip about family quarrels.
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Washington
Hague
Germany
Cyclone Strikes Statesville Damaging Town Areas
A Saturday morning cyclone hit Statesville North Carolina causing extensive damage. Ash Bros tobacco factory and Farmers Warehouse were destroyed along with two churches and many residences. The storm lasted 30 minutes and caused over twelve thousand dollars in damage including the bank and stores. Electricity was disrupted by the storm.
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Statesville
N. C
Ash Bro’s
Baptist
Escape of Military Prisoners From Governor's Island
Four general prisoners Frank How rey Michael T. McCartney Frederick Simones and Cave Decker escaped last night by sawing through window bars and lowering themselves to ground by a rope at Governor's Island. State reports graphic communications between babaciar and Manarcade Be halted but damage to foods exceeds 100000 dollars.
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New York
Frank Howrey
Michael T. McCartney
Frederick Simones
Cave Decker
Governor's Island
EGGY
Sells & See
Hyer
Mi Austin
Dexas
Babaciar
Manarcade
French Premier Resigns as Ministers Quit Chamber
Premier Dupuy has placed his resignation in the hands of the President after newspapers condemned a forceful display at the races. The Chamber passed the order 321 to 173, and ministers immediately left the chamber amid intense excitement.
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Dupuy
Paris
Figaro
Unclear Health Claim Promises Pain Relief
Fragment discusses rheumatism relief by neutralizing blood acid with food. Claims permanent ache and pain relief but provides no evidence or specifics.
Storms Cause Damage Across Counties in North Carolina
A storm system moved through Salisbury and Winston areas on Saturday morning causing crop damage and burning depots. In Rural Hall the depot was struck by lightning and set ablaze but saved with one man badly shocked and an umbrella ripped apart. At Barretts Junction a cyclone produced extensive destruction Saturday morning.
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Salisbury
N. C
Winston
Rural Hall
Jgbting
Barret's Junction
Sunbonnets Rise as Summer Fashion Across Shops
Describes Bonnets the rare Sunbonnets in shops and exchanges. Notes they are to be the rage with many outdoor wearers owning several. Country ladies use them daily, some self-made but time consuming, featuring muslin lace ribbons in plain or flowered colors.
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Sumer
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