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A terrific explosion ensued but without many fatalities many of the escort and bystanders being wounded. One of the bomb-throwers was killed. The robbers were successful in securing booty to the extent of $ 193.000. |
LONDON, Oct., 28th. It is stated in high social circles of the Metropolis that the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough have signed a deed of separation on the ground of incompatibility. The Duchess will retain the charge of the children until they are of the age for schooling. LONDON, Oct., 28th. The Mayor of San Francisco in an interview yesterday declared that the new city when completed will be the finest in the world. -- Skyscrapers will not be permitted to be erected. He considered that the earthquake served a good purpose as old San Francisco was constructed on insufficient foundations and it has been the means of obliterating sections, which were intolerable in a modern city. MADRID, Oct. 28th. The situation of affairs are again assuming a threatening aspect. French and Spanish warships have been despatched to Moroccan waters. If found necessary forces will be landed. |
At the conclusion of the lecture His Majesty called for three cheers for President Roosevelt saying in the course of his speech that the President was the incarnation of all the good qualities of his people. Yesterday and the last 24 hours the "Hamburg" was in communication with the Italian land-station at Capo Sperone-Sardinia. Also with the White Star steamer "Republic" from New York. The Republic experienced very fine weather chiefly easterly winds. Today Communication is expected with Gibraltar early. | |||
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BERLIN, Oct. 29th. A special telegram to the "Hamburg" informs us of the unravelling of the Koepenicker mystery. This clever personification of a German officer which so completely mystified the Mayor of Koepenick and the company of soldiers, who assisted in the robbery has finally been runned to earth. This smart impersonator has been identified as a clerk. -- The police found in his possession all the stolen money with the exception of 400 Marks already spent. He has not been up to the present subjected to the preliminary examinations owing to his indisposition. At present he is confined in gaol and as soon as convalescent further evidence of interest will be forthcoming. BERLIN, Oct. 29th. The following information has been received by the Colonial Office with regard to the situation of affairs in German West Africa. |
A punitive force under the command of Captain Siebert was fiercely attacked on the 23rd inst by a strong band of Hottentots. After an engagement lasting one hour the enemy were driven off leaving on the field 4 dead and 10 wounded. During the afternoon the Hottentots again returned in force and assailed the German forces with vigor for three hours. They were finally driven of without loss to the German detachment. ATLANTIC CITY, Oct. 29th. Yesterday a terrible accident occurred on the Electric Railroad connecting Atlantic City with the mainland. Two cars were immediately precipated into the water the occupants of which were mainly drowned. Up to the present 44 bodies have been recovered but it is quite possible that fifty more persons have lost their lives, their bodies still being under water entangled in the submerged wreckage. The loss of life would have been much in excess of that already stated had it not been that the third car hung suspended for some moments in mid air giving its passengers sufficent time to make their exit. |
His murderer was caught redhanded and summarily executed. Communication is expected on Wednesday with the Hamburg-American Line steamer "Moltke", which left New York on the 23rd inst. Passengers desirous of despatching telegrams by means of this installation should hand in their despatches early Wednesday. Rates to all parts of the world may be obtained on application.
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An electric tram consisting of three cars heavily laden with passengers dashed through an opening on the trestle bridge. The survivors of the disaster relate harrowing accounts of the last struggles of their fellow passengers. So sudden did the accident occur, that they were caught like rats in a trap and drowned immediately. Those who escaped owe their salvation to the breaking of the windows of the cars. TOKIO, Oct. 30th. From estimates now gathered in from different parts of the island it is certain that over 800 Japanese fishermen lost their lives in the storm, which swept the coast of Japan. SAN FRANCISCO, Oct., 30th. The subject of the exclusion of Japanese from the Public Educational schools has raised a considerable controversy. |
It is stated in the city, that they were never excluded but it has been deemed necessary up to the present to separate the Oriental from the White children.
CHRISTIANIA, Oct. 30th. lt is stated that the well-known Mrs. Eddy of Christian Scientist fame is lying seriously ill in this city. According to reports she is suffering from the insidious disease of cancer, and is being secretly visited by a cancer specialist. HAVANA, Oct. 30th. Investigations now completed by an American Official into the financial conditions of Cuba give evidence of an adverse balance amounting to 4,000,000 dollars. The estimates given show Liabilities $ 31,000,000 and Assets $ 27,000,000. LONDON, Oct., 30th. The Duke of Marlborough's solicitor denies the report of a separation deed signed by the Duke and Duchess, stating that there is no foundation for the rumor. |
Lost a gold brooch in the shape of a peacock's feather. If found kindly hand to Chief Steward. Its fair owner will doubtless be "tickled to death" if recovered.
Some of the family felt strangely moved yesterday. Many at mealtimes were called away on urgent business or had forgotten something in their staterooms. The Baggage-room of the first and second class is open from 10-12 o'clock a. m. daily. Persons desirous of opening their baggage should apply to the Second Steward who is the Baggage Master. | |||||||||||||||
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BISERTA, Oct., 31st. The French submarine boat "Lutin", which sunk to the bottom of the harbor whilst manoeuvring has at last been brought to the surface by the Danish salvage steamer. The official inquiry into the cause of the disaster is now proceeding. The Upper House presented a crowded appearance. The largest attendance of Peers since the rejection of the Gladstonian Home Rule Bill. Exciting debates are expected. |
Mr. Bryce Chief Secretary for Ireland maintained that the Government had done its best to carry out the work. |
escort and afterwards decamped carrying with them booty to the extent of 23,000 roubles.
At Odessa the situation has become threatening. Yesterday being the anniversary of the Manifesto of October 30th disorders were expected. The Government took elaborate precautions. The city presents a martial aspect, and the streets are swarming with troops. Our passenger's quandary! Evidently through hurrying to secure a bargain on Monday night a male purchaser now bewails the fact that he does not know whether he has secured a table cloth or a bed cover. To morrow during the early hours of the morning our ship will be speeding along the shores of San Miguel the largest of these Portuguese Islands. Those whose energies permit of their remaining up will doubtless be gratified by a beautiful view by moonlight. | |||
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BERLIN, Nov. 1st. The German women suffragists of this city have started their campaign to obtain the suffrage. They have formed amongst themselves a committee to direct their projects. DOVER, Nov. 1st. As the result of a collision during misty weather off the "Goodwins" the German steamship "Hermann" has been sunk. 23 of the crew were drowned. HAMBURG, Nov. 1st. The strike of the crews employed on the Hamburg fishing smacks has been now settled. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 1st. The question of the exclusion of Japanese children from the public schools here has caused apparently no small amount of difficulty |
between the American and Japanese Governments. Presumably on the representations of Tokio the U. S. Government has decided to despatch Metcalfe to San Francisco to inquire into the true state of affairs.
This action on the part of American Government has caused the greatest satisfaction to be felt in Japan. The acute stage of the situation is now considered to be past. COLOGNE, Nov. 1st. A serious fire broke out in this city. The commencement took place in a large automobile factory and assumed serious proportions. A large area was soon envelopped and destroyed before the fire brigades obtained control of the blazing buildings. DÜSSELDORF, October, 31st. Yesterday was witnessed the ceremony of inauguration the new building constructed for the purpose of displaying German art and industrial works. |
BONN, Oct., 31st. Yesterday the Kaiser's youngest son Prince August Wilhelm successfully took his Matriculation degree at the University here. Christian Scientist: "Ah you only imagine it." Seasick: "I guess not. - I have inside information." Third Party (Who occupied lower berth in stateroom): "Yes, and I had outside information." It is proposed to hold a Charity Concert on board in aid of the Widows and Orphans Fund. Those who are willing to assist in making this entertainment a success will kindly hand in their names to the Editor. | |||
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WASHINGTON, Nov., 2nd. In accordance with promises already made President Roosevelt has issued orders for the inauguration of a Local Government for the Phillippines. The Assembly, which will be opened early next spring will take over the legislative powers from The Phillippines Commission. This Commission consists of several American Officials and two Filipinos under the Presidency of the Governor, General James Smith. Much discussion is arising as to whether the Phillippine Islands are yet ripe for the introduction of such a form of Government. Much opposition is expected locally. NEW YORK, Nov. 2nd. The city is now thoroughly engrossed in the forthcoming state elections. A great sensation has been caused by the statement that the total amount of damages for libels which have been entered in the lists against Mr. Hearst and his papers amount to the sum of 7,000,000 dollars. |
ST. LOUIS, Nov., 2nd. Much anxiety has been expressed for Buffalo Bill and his party who have been isolated in the Big Horne Mountains. A heavy blizzard raged throughout the state of Dakota, with the result that they were cut off from communication from the 26th to the 30th when fears were dispelled by message which announced the safety of the whole party. PITTSBURG, Nov. 2nd. It has been announced that the United States Steel Trust Corporation has under consideration the construction of a model city at Gary Indiana named after the present head of the Trust. The plans include the erection of a plant the estimated cost ol which will amount to 75,000,000 dollars. BRUSSELS, Nov., 2nd. It is stated that an American Group of financiers who have been negotiating with King Leopold and the |
Belgian Government have secured valuable concessions for exploiting in the Congo Free State extensive rubber plantations.
The Concert previously announced will take place in the 1st class dining saloon on Monday next at 9 p. m. sharp. The Chair will be taken by The Right Reverend Bishop McFaul. A green veil. -- Can we not raise the veil and restore it to its owner. -- Or is someone green with envy??? Sounds resembling squeals that issue from "Busted Bagpipes" when flattened by a steam roller were heard in the vicinity of No. 12 last night. This person need not hand in his name for the concert. Owing to a shortage of Bulletins there will be no publication of "The Daily News" on Sunday. | |||
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SHANGHAI, Nov. 5th. According to reports received from missionaries who have been recently visiting the central part of China over 10,000,000 Chinese are fairly starving on account of famine. PARIS, Nov., 5th. Considerable excitement reigns throughout France over the announcement of the Minister for Finance, that the forthcoming budget for 1907 will show a deficit of 175,000,000 francs. Much astonishment is expressed throughout Europe at the large amount of deficit. WASHINGTON, Nov. 5th. President has returned to White House from Virginia where he has been game shooting. Amongst his bag was one wild turkey. |
NEW YORK, Nov. 5th. It has been authoritatively learned that Mr. Stuyvesant Fish will not accept the control of the election of the President for the Illinois Central Railroad. The Board of Directors meeting takes place on Wednesday next when it is confidently stated that Mr. Harriman's wishes will be carried out. It is understood in railroad and financial circles that Stuyvesand Fish will put up a vigorous contest for the property control at the meeting of stock holders next year. The general opinion is that Vice President Harnahan will in all probability be elected President of the Road. WASHINGTON, Nov., 5th. The Weather Bureau here has issued the following forecasts. Generally fair weather will be experienced during the state election day throughout the Eastern half of the country, also in the Middle Western and South Western States. Rain is now falling in some parts of the Western States. NEW YORK, Nov., 5th. It is believed the trial of Harry K. Thaw for the murder of Stanford White, |
may not take place until the 1st of January. -- Thaw who is now confined in the "Tombs" is desirous of beginning the trial as soon as possible.
NEW YORK, Nov. 5th. Fair weather is being experienced with a moderate temperature. Forecast for Tuesday light to fresh. Northerly winds becoming variable. Tomorrow communication is expected with the American shore station at Siasconsett, Mass. -- Passengers desirous of sending despatches should hand in their telegrams before noon tomorrow. Passengers desiring to purchase some memento of the "Hamburg" will find a large selection on board under the charge of the "Second Steward", also at the "Barber's Shop". Owing to inclement weather the Concert has been postponed until tomorrow night. | |||
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HALIFAX, Nov., 6th. During Sunday and Monday a severe gale has been blowing causing considerable damage and many wrecks on the coast of the maritime provinces. The Schooner "Torridon" of North Sydney coal laden has gone ashore on Meiniors Island and become a total loss. Four of the crew are missing. MOSCOW, Nov., 6th. A band of masked robbers made a raid on the "Loukiinoff" Monastery during Sunday night. -- The monks offered resistance with the result, that the Abbot General and the Prior of the Monastery were killed. The marauders looted the building despoiling the chapel of its sacred objects and eventually made good their escape succeeding in carrying away with them a large sum of money. MEXICO CITY, November, 6th. Mr. J. E. Starr Hunt has been acquitted of the charge of fraud brought against him in connection |
with the settlement of the affairs of the International Bank and Trust Company.
This Company failed in 1903. In connection with this case charges arose and were preferred against Ambassador Thompson. NEW YORK, Nov. 7th. Weather conditions throughout New York and other Eastern States have been perfect. In the extreme Western States stormy weather prevails. In New York State and the city the voting has been very heavy. Both Republicans and Democrats claim election by large majorities -- Vote large in most sections of the country -- Fortytwo States elect members to Congress and twentytwo elect Governors. The elections are proceeding very quietly throughout the country. President Roosevelt voted at Oyster Bay and afterwards returned to Washington. |
NEW YORK, Nov., 6th. Fair weather continues today forecast for Wednesday partly cloudy with fresh northerly winds. Today the "Hamburg" has been in communication with the shore-station at Siasconsett Mass. and the Cunard Steamship "Caronia" outward bound from New York. Tomorrow communication is expected with Sagaponack, Long Island. Telegrams may be despatched to all parts. Ten words to New York $ 2,25, address and signature not counted. This entertainment will take place immediately after the finish of the Captain's Dinner. Under favorable conditions the ship is expected to arrive at the Company's pier at Hoboken about eight o'clock tomorrow evening. | |||