Eastern Daily Mail And Straits Morning Advertiser August 1906

Here's a reorganized and summarized version of the newspaper extractions from August 1906, grouped by themes with dates highlighted:

Eastern Daily Mail And Straits Morning Advertiser

August 1906

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**August 1906: Newspaper Extractions Summary**

**I. International Politics & Conflicts**

*   **August 1:** Baron Suyematsu (Japan) sends a letter from Japan regarding the Zieten affair. Russia is experiencing widespread civil unrest: Tartars are attacking Armenians in Tiflis, and mutinies have erupted in Kronstadt, Helsingfors, and Dzhbgar (Caucasus), leading to casualties and officers being killed. The Japanese government plans to nationalize its railways, estimated at 250 million yen. Korea's Emperor is reportedly a prisoner of the Japanese, with Marquis Ito demanding police control. A spy trial in Paris involves Jeanne Renee, accused of seeking French submarine plans.

*   **August 2:** The Anglo-Afghan entente is discussed, with the Ameer possibly visiting India. Reports from Tiflis detail a regular campaign by Tartars against Armenians, involving village burnings and prolonged fighting. Russian mutineers bombard loyalists in Helsingfors, causing 500 casualties; officers are arrested or murdered in Sketudden and Dzhbgar. Lord Goschen warns about Germany's imperialistic policy. Lord Elgin is considering a Legislative Council for British Central Africa.

*   **August 3:** The Russian revolution intensifies: revolutionists destroy railway stations and bridges at Rihimaski to hinder troop movements, and mutiny continues in Sveaborg. Opinions from Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, and Pretoria are generally favorable towards the proposed Transvaal Constitution. France and Germany are reported to maintain friendly relations. The decision on South African matters is seen as a fair compromise by Liberal papers in London.

*   **August 4:** Russia faces ongoing unrest: mutineers in Sveaborg are subdued after battleships bombard forts. A mutiny in Kronstadt involves sappers and sailors, with officers killed; some mutineers are court-martialed and shot. A general strike begins in St. Petersburg, involving 15,000 factory hands, and railway employees are ordered to join. The Governor of Samara is murdered by a bomb. British traders are assured no restrictions in Manchuria, and a Consul General will be appointed in Mukden. The British government urges Persia to address the refugee situation. The French government protests Turkey's occupation of Djanet. Sir Robert Hart's new instructions regarding Chinese Customs are not seen as contrary to assurances.

*   **August 7:** Lord Elgin's statement on Chinese Customs indicates no intention to interfere. Anti-Asiatic crusades in South Africa are considered, with the Transvaal government planning to prevent a large influx of Asiatics. Lord Milner and Alfred Rothschild are supporting a scheme for Jewish territories. Greece: The expulsion of Greeks from Ottoman territories continues, with demonstrators dispersed and wounded.

*   **August 8:** Germany: A London paper satirically portrays a German view of England and Britons, highlighting national stereotypes. The "Sirio" disaster reveals cowardice of the captain. Canadian authorities offer 100,000 acres to Japanese for settlement in Alberta. Newfoundland imposes a $300 head tax on Chinese immigrants. Russia: An official statement from St. Petersburg claims the general strike was never serious and is a complete failure. Mikasa Maru is refloated after a lengthy submersion. Generals de Negncr and Andre fight a duel over published memoirs.

*   **August 9:** Spain: An anarchist plot to assassinate King Alfonso and Queen Victoria is being traced. Russia: Political prisoner's grim story of 22 years solitary confinement in St. Peter and Paul Fortress is recounted. Japan and Korea: "The Times" praises Japan for its handling of the Korean Emperor and anti-Japanese conspiracy, but warns that Koreans are not a conquered people.

*   **August 10:** France and Turkey: A race for the Tripolitan hinterland sees a Turkish expedition, despite French protests. Russia: An official statement from Washington claims no apology will be tendered for the killing of five Japanese fishermen by American fishermen near the Aleutian islands, calling it a "regrettable incident." South Africa: China's "Newfoundland" status is discussed in relation to its lack of mourning for the Randlords.

*   **August 11:** French scrip is favored for investment in the French loan to Russia. Russia: Gold is being purchased for delivery, indicating financial preparations. Corruption in the War Stores Department is exposed, with six officers implicated.

*   **August 13:** USA: American fleet to convoy armored cruisers to the Asiatic Station, bypassing official calls. Turkey: Sultan Abdul Hamid is reported ill, with a German surgeon summoned. Roumania expels 57 wealthy Greeks, and more expulsions are rumored. Russia: New appointments to key ministerial positions are announced. An Ethiopian preacher in Natal is lashed for seditious prayers. China and Panama: Chinese labor will be given a thorough test for the Panama Canal, replacing Jamaican workers.

*   **August 14:** Russia: Moderate Liberals issue a manifesto for "Pacific Regeneration" group aiming for a Constitutional Monarchy. Court-martials begin for Sveaborg mutineers, with officers and soldiers executed. Persia: Shah announces a Legislative Assembly to implement reforms. Refugees leave legations, but claims are pending. A lady in Odessa commits suicide after accidentally dropping a bomb intended for General Kaulbars. Piracy in China: A British steam-launch is attacked near Wuchow, with one killed and three wounded.

*   **August 15:** Bulgaria and Greece: Frequent fights between Bulgarians and Greeks, a town burned, and a Metropolitan bishop perished. Anti-Greek riots are feared in Constantinople. Bulgaria will impose a prohibitive tariff on Greek imports. Abyssinia: A French commercial mission with samples is proceeding to Abyssinia. Russia: Japan officially informs China it's ready to establish a Customs House at Dalny; Russian and Japanese railways to receive equal treatment.

*   **August 16:** Germany: King Edward meets Kaiser at Cronberg, motored to Friedrichshoff, and receives ovations. Russia: Imperial Ukase threatens employers who pay strikers, and warns inhabitants to report terrorists or face dire punishment. Loyal fleet reserves are ordered for mobilization. Trains are held up and passengers searched near Warsaw. France: An Encyclical Letter from the Holy See orders French clergy to disregard the Law of Separation, predicting a religious war.

*   **August 17:** Russia: An inquiry reveals 1,500 railway wagons disappeared from Siberian railway works; a sum of seven hundred thousand roubles was defrauded. Athens is in mourning with theaters closed and midnight demonstrations over the Archialos affair. France: Policy of Vatican is questioned regarding support for the Church. Bulgaria: Heavy purchases of tin are made. Bulgarian Minister in Constantinople to resign. Russia: Mutineers in Warsaw organize a general massacre of police and infantry; troops open fire, killing and wounding 45. Greeks from Bulgaria flee to Salonica.

*   **August 18:** France: M. Berard says government's policy will triumph despite "trans-Alpine instructions" (Vatican). Germany: King Edward leaves Cronberg for Marienbad; Kaiser and other royalties see him off. Turkey: Sultan celebrates recovery by pardoning prisoners. Russia: Bloodshed in Warsaw; widespread and preconcerted terrorist attacks kill and wound civilians; hundreds of Jews killed, with police and government powerless. Japanese Minister Baron Komura arrives in Liverpool/London.

*   **August 20:** USA: Henry White Cannon to run for President. Anglo-Japanese Alliance strengthened by Baron Komura's appointment as Japanese Minister to Britain. France: Cabinet approves Minister Briand's view to ignore Encyclical Letter but enforce "Separation of Church and State"; military service for priests is contemplated. Germany: Count Von Buelow meets Kaiser in Wilhelmshoehe. Russia: Street boy throws petard among pilgrims in Warsaw, patrol fires into crowd, wounding 28. Sultan of Turkey attends ceremonial selamalik, indicating recovery.

*   **August 21:** Germany: Nord Deutsche Zeitung discusses King Edward and Kaiser meeting at Kronberg to maintain European peace. Russia: Ten Cronstadt mutineers sentenced to be shot, 122 to penal servitude. Governor General of Warsaw suffers nervous prostration after bomb attack. Six thousand Greeks flee Bulgaria due to fear of excesses. Cuba: Diplomatic relations between Great Britain and Servia are resumed. Orange men demonstrate in Armagh against Home Rule.

*   **August 22:** Spain: King Alfonso and Queen Victoria return from Cowes. Bulgaria: Great Powers alerted to serious dangers of anti-Greek movement. Japan: Vice-Governor of Bank of Japan to negotiate 80 million yen loan, wants to reduce interest on old loans. Servia: Diplomatic relations with Great Britain are resumed. France: An Italian plot to assassinate President Fallieres in Marseilles is discovered.

*   **August 23:** Cuba: Insurgents near Havannah are defeated; Gomez arrested. Bulgaria: Bulgaria rejects Turkish complaints about anti-Greek agitation, tells Turkey to restore order in its own country. Congo: 40 British missionaries appeal to Sir Edward Grey for Consular Jurisdiction to protect British subjects. China: Empress Dowager calls a conference to discuss adopting a Constitutional Government, recommending gradual change.

*   **August 24:** Russia: Czar orders cessation of diplomatic relations with Bulgaria over published correspondence. Bulgaria's Minister in Constantinople to resign, finding his position untenable. Bulgaria grants £20,000 to Macedonians for Greek depredations. Germany: Emperor plans a naval display. Spain: Martial law proclaimed in Bilbao due to a strike of 30,000 iron-ore miners. Russia: Police in Riga ask for funds for breastplates due to extreme violence. USA: Buys a million ounces of silver. Cuba: Insurgents capture two towns; leaders reportedly want official positions. Poland: Chief of Police of Siedence murdered by bomb. Russia: Council of Empire considers Bill for universal elementary education (£2.5 million). 142 railway delegates meet in Finland, plan general strike.

*   **August 27:** East Africa: Boers are organizing a trek from Orangia to British East Africa for better inducements. Zulus: Royston's Horse Brigade returns from punitive expedition against Zulus with few captives. Cuba: Five thousand insurgents threaten Havannah; racial animosities between blacks/mulattoes and whites are cited as the cause. France: Terrible forest fires near Toulon kill many soldiers. Russia: Premier Stolypin's house is bombed, many guests killed; his son is killed.

*   **August 28:** Russia: 30 killed in bomb tragedy at Premier Stolypin's house, including prominent court officials. Assassins wore disguises, indicating clever planning. Robberies of trains, banks, and factories for hundreds of thousands of roubles occur daily. Australia: Slight earthquake shocks felt near Bathurst, North Australia. Germany: Mr. Haldane summoned to Marienbad by the King. Cuba: Government artillery recaptures San Juan de Fernandez, but trade hampered; insurgents gain ground elsewhere.

*   **August 29:** Russia: Acting Military Governor General of Warsaw, Wonlarlarski, shot dead in his cab; assassin escapes by train. More railways held up, and police officers murdered. A plot to murder the Viceroy in Tiflis is discovered, leading to arrests of prominent committee members. Revolutionists warn the government to reform or expect more murders. Stolypin's assassins were following orders from the Social Revolutionary military section; Stolypin had been warned but dismissed it as an idle threat. Britain: Liberalism may cease to exist due to Labourite Party's rise. Portugal: Duke of Oporto severely injured after falling into a ravine while motoring. Fiume: British Mediterranean fleet welcomed, Lord Charles Beresford and Governor exchange toasts.

*   **August 30:** Germany: Major Fischer accused of accepting bribes in connection with shippers Tippelskirch & Co. Mr. Haldane officially witnesses Kaiser's army maneuvers at Marienbad. Russia: A "reign of terror" continues with murders, outrages, and robberies. General Minn's appeal to the army to defend the fatherland is noted. The Wellman Polar expedition is finally abandoned.

*   **August 31:** USA: Gigantic American failure of Real Estate and Trust Company (liabilities £1.5 million); Presbyterian president commits suicide. Russia: State control of arms and munitions is discussed; General Minn's appeal is noted. Peru: Anti-British riot against the British Ambassador leads to his injury and assault by a hostile crowd.

**II. Local Singapore & Straits Settlements Affairs**

*   **August 1:** Singapore Catholic Club holds its Annual General Meeting. Ceylon government seeks rubber exhibits from Straits Settlements for an exhibition. Important public meeting at Victoria Memorial Hall (Singapore) discusses issues. Singapore jurors make suggestions on counterfeit coining. Judge Law gives decision in Dunman vs. Koek case. Ehrenfels (Katz Bros.) charged with breach of Petroleum Ordinance.

*   **August 2:** Mass meeting at Victoria Memorial Hall is reviewed. The Town Hall clock arrives. Fancy Fair at Catholic Club for St. Vincent de Paul Society. Mr. Peterson recognized for work as Acting Assistant Secretary in Penang. Calcutta Municipal Meeting rejects selling street naming rights. Singapore troops mobilize, manning forts and defending the island. Medical School plays St. Joseph's in football. Indian Christian Association to meet.

*   **August 3:** Overhead trolley wire breaks down in High Street. Artillery party of Malay States Guides and 95th Russells infantry to take part in manoeuvres. Football match between Sherwood Foresters and Royal Artillery canceled. Mr. P. J. Sproule returns as Deputy Public Prosecutor. Indian Association of F.M.S. holds social gathering. Queen-Mother Emma of Netherlands' birthday celebrated by local Dutch community. Tenders for Opium and Liquors Farm opened, showing revenue fall. Mr. Ehrenfels' naphtha case continues.

*   **August 4:** Revenue from Opium and Spirit Farms expected to fall. School hours readjustment needed. Municipal Commissioners discuss building by-laws. Sheriff J. B. Robertson of Hogan Co. alleged swindle. Daylight burglary in Bencoolen Street. Jewish case of Elias Yas vs. Tan Jin Teck concludes. Shipping, Import, and Export Offices open on Monday (Bank Holiday).

*   **August 7:** New building by-laws are controversial; Mr. Coghlan proposes deferment. Singapore Free Press is welcomed as a new morning newspaper. Hotel Del Europe plans Coronation Celebration. Pearl's Hill Reservoir repairs nearing completion. Singapore Recreation Club Annual Meeting announced. Mr. F. H. Mugliston scores 112 in cricket. Captain Costa fined for carrying too many pigs.

*   **August 8:** Postmaster-General's report for 1905 on Postal and Telegraph Department is creditable. Mr. Dorasamy, Indian violinist, is popular in London. Singapore Buddhist temple in Kim Keat Road cost $100,000 to build. Concert at Hotel Europe features Miss Henrietta Murkens and Miss Edith Merrylees. J. Travers Sons, Ltd. appointed sole agents for General Electric Company. Chinese salesman and shorthand typist positions advertised.

*   **August 9:** Newspaper revenue methods questioned. Anarchist plot in Spain. Singapore Buddhist temple in Kim Keat Road built for $100,000. Concert at Hotel Europe tonight. Handelsvereenixing "Amsterdam" reports good profits. A Singapore lawyer's advice about money.

*   **August 10:** Singapore's "Hovel Cleansing" system recommended to City Fathers. Government Printing Office's new gas engine causes noise and gas in court. Indian Christian Association to meet. Naptha case against Mr. Ehrenfels continues. F.M.S. revenue statistics for 1905-06 show an increase. Mr. Justice Fisher hears summonses. Reward offered for murderer Peh Ben. Cornwall Minstrels mentioned.

*   **August 11:** Naptha case concludes with acquittal on technicality. Raffles Institution to admit only Standard IV pupils. Local garrison mobilization continues. S.R.C. Annual Meeting on 17th. Mr. F. H. Mugliston scores 112 in cricket. Hadji Ahmad perjury case continues. Captain Costa fined for carrying pigs. Steamers Sutton Hill and Bavern mentioned.

*   **August 13:** Tin Mining Co. of Kinta produces 3,775 piculs of tin. Mr. A. S. Baxendale (Posts and Telegraphs Selangor) resigns. Chinese coolies needed for Panama Canal, replacing Jamaicans. Malacca cane lost near Oxley Rise. Malay States Guides perform well at Bisley. Mr. Henry Attlee is new Law Society President. Death of Captain John Willocks, Boarding Officer. Remarkable archaeological discovery in Jerusalem.

*   **August 14:** Chinese are imported into British Columbia due to labour shortage. Agri-Horticultural Show preparations. Singapore Indian Christian Association discusses cleanliness. Workmen injured at Borneo Wharf. Singapore Cricket Club plays Sherwood Foresters in Cup Tie. Sikh police constable accused of lacking intelligence.

*   **August 15:** Resident of Pahang complains of shortage of subordinate officers. Agri-Horticultural Show preparations are progressing well. Cricket match between Y.M.C.A. and Dutch Club. Boxing match between Sam Newman and Tom Collins announced. Acting Chief Justice Law's impending retirement is noted. Arab firm loses case for theft of diamond.

*   **August 16:** Agri-Horticultural Exhibition is almost ready, expected to be a success. Y.M.C.A. plays Dutch Club in football. Selangor Turf Club Gymkhana features Mr. Parimanam Pillai. Clever young men proceed to Europe for universities, including Mr. L. Samy for medical profession. Tin corner discussed in House of Commons. Mr. Justice Fisher hears bankruptcy cases; Shaik Salim Zaib Co. vs. Lim Ec Siew and Lim Kee Seng is continued.

*   **August 17:** Agri-Horticultural Exhibition opening ceremony is a success. F.M.S. plays The Colony in cricket. Pleasant function on board P. & O. steamer, hosted by Mr. LewL, Agent. East Denbeigh elections: Liberal wins.

*   **August 18:** Agri-Horticultural Show is a grand success. Mr. T. H. Reid to become Editorial Head of Straits Times. Cricket match F.M.S. vs. The Colony continues. Mr. H. C. Hogan charged with cheating; Mr. J. B. Robertson with abetment. Four lives lost in South Shields fire. Local news is scarce due to public holiday.

*   **August 20:** Singapore's death-rate for July is over 41 per mille. Quarantine camp to be established at Payah Lebar. Agri-Horticultural Show concludes early due to sparse exhibits. Arab firm loses Supreme Court case. Chandu smuggling case. Mr. M. V. Naidu of Marine Department dies of Beri-beri.

*   **August 21:** Chinese Sumbayanghuntu (propitiation ceremony) begins. Mrs. G. H. M. Hyde takes treatment for hydrophobia bite. New Chief Justice Mr. Hyndman Jones is expected to open court. S.R.C. plays S.V.A. in football. Officer accused of drunk and disorderly conduct.

*   **August 22:** Auction sale of Palembang Road leasehold land and dwelling house. Singapore Indian Association holds meeting.

*   **August 23:** Tanjong Pagar Dock Board Police fine runner and boatmen. S.V.C. to hold smoking concert. Billiards tournament won by Mr. Pena. Letter criticizes dog shooting in private compounds. Horticultural Show visitors' criticism on colour photography.

*   **August 24:** British Consulate in Valparaiso destroyed, Consul injured. Dog shooting in private compounds is questioned. Chief Justice Hyndman-Jones welcomed to court. Japanese government committee agrees to Manchurian railway regulations. Mr. Chas. Keyworth dies. Wayang Pusi announces new plays. Hadjee Sulaymanjee Kassim vs. Tokohdy property case. Disinfecting station wanted in Amoy. Poultry thefts near Neil Road. S.C.C. plays R.G.A. in football. Shipping news about Malacca and Korot.

*   **August 25:** Singapore Free Press criticized for its articles. Mr. I. P. Rowe (Tronoh Mines) goes on leave. Inspector Connor replaces Inspector Sullivan. Mr. Shelford's questions in Legislative Council answered, excluding mole scheme. Marine Court case for engineer against "Dagmar" for wages. Chinese Civil Engineers and railway students advertised for by Yuet Han Railway Company. Municipal Commission meeting debates. Chief Justice Hyndman-Jones hears first case. Another coining case in North Bridge Road. German Consul promises to investigate "Sachsen" port regulation contravention.

*   **August 27:** Report on Straits Settlements for 1905 is laid before Legislative Council. Mr. Shelford's questions to Legislative Council are partly answered, omitting the mole scheme. YMCA building enterprise announced. Malay States Guides entertained by Sikhs. Special High Mass at Church of Good Shepherd. Assize session for Supreme Court announced for September 4. Singapore and Kranji Railway traffic earnings for July fall slightly. Cricket tournament: Merchants vs. Law and Civil Service. YMCA vs. Celestial Provident Association in hockey. Ipoh railway goods clerk accused of misappropriation. W.C.T.U. thanks Agri. Exhibition organizers. Hogan case resumes. Singapore Cricket Club's General Meeting elects Hon. J. Anderson as President.

*   **August 28:** Public Works Department annual report for 1905 discussed. Mail route between London and Hongkong shortened by 9.5 days. P. & O. Homeward Mail Delhi due Thursday; Outward Mail Devanha due Friday. Judgment for plaintiff in Hadjee Sulaymanjee Kassim property case. Chinese coolie injured at Howarth Erskine.

*   **August 29:** Rules regarding liquors and opium formulated by Governor in Council. King Edward's School in Perak hosts F.M.S. Art Club exhibition. S.C.C. plays Dutch Club in football. S.R.C. vs. 80th Co. R.G.A. in hockey. Judge Fisher gives judgment in Rodriguez appeal case (cheating pawnbrokers). Inspector Pastana prosecutes Chinaman for cruelty to rat. Chinaman fined for washing clothes under public hydrant. Mr. Burke (Pacific Mail, Hongkong) suffers family tragedy.

*   **August 30:** Coroner's Inquest on an accident. Hogan case adjourned again. Municipal Commission meeting discusses Mr. Lim Hoh Puah's building. First Aid lectures by Dr. D. A. Young begin at YMCA. Fire in Victoria Street. Mr. Seet Ewe Lay (Lat Pau editor) dies. Land sales by H. L. Coghlan & Co.

*   **August 31:** Promissory note case concluded by Chief Justice Hyndman Jones. Mr. O. F. Odell gives evidence in Hogan case. Piracy on steamship "Ig Fat" near Canton. "British Chinese Association" forming in Amoy. P. & O. Mail Devanha due today. Wattonian Club meeting. P. & O. Mail Delhi left Hongkong. Squall damages S.S. Perak. Case of "disobeying lawful commands" on steamer Lai Sang.

**III. Maritime News & Disasters**

*   **August 1:** Missing French emigrant ship 'America' found and towed to Bermuda after bad weather.

*   **August 7:** Emigrant ship sinks (details scarce).

*   **August 8:** The "Sirio" disaster (Italian steamer) is still being discussed, with focus on the captain's conduct.

*   **August 21:** Valparaiso terror: extent of damage uncertain due to cable interruption; 50 killed in Santiago and Valparaiso. "Manchuria" stranded at Honolulu, possibly due to earthquake-induced current deflections. Crew of "Montague" behaved splendidly during its grounding.

*   **August 22:** Chilian Earthquake: reports on casualties vary but damage is enormous. Islet of San Juan de Fernandez wiped off the map. British Fire Insurance Companies are safe due to "earthquake clause."

*   **August 23:** Valparaiso earthquake: death roll in thousands; naval detachments assist relief. 30,000 homeless refugees; government to build huts. The "Manchuria" is in a critical position, badly bumping while stranded.

*   **August 27:** Valparaiso authorities restore order, provide dwellings, and rebuild the city after the earthquake. People are encouraged to emigrate from South America due to earthquakes.

*   **August 28:** Manila merchants concerned over hemp crop due to Leyte pulajanes and lack of rain.

*   **August 31:** Piracy on steamship "Ig Fat" near Canton. Squall damages S.S. Perak. Case of "disobeying lawful commands" on steamer Lai Sang.

**IV. Crime, Justice & Public Order**

*   **August 1:** Old Bailey jury remarks on counterfeit coining cases, suggests involving businessmen. Sarah Bernhardt loses bedcover case in Paris. Three Greek gunmen killed.

*   **August 2:** Alleged breach of Petroleum Ordinance by Mr. Ehrenfels. Policeman thought to have self-inflicted injuries.

*   **August 3:** Alleged cattle poisoning case heard in Supreme Court. Officers of "Bedovi" sentenced to death for surrendering to Japanese. Chinese Wayang creates public order issues due to crowds.

*   **August 4:** Alleged swindler J. B. Robertson of Straits Insurance Company. Daylight burglary in Bencoolen Street. Jewish case Elias Yas vs. Tan Jin Teck concludes.

*   **August 7:** Alleged perjury case against Hadji Ahmad. Captain Costa fined for carrying too many pigs on steamer.

*   **August 8:** Inspector Hart attacks drunken Hylam. Three English pick-pockets caught at Longchamp races. Salleh charged with theft.

*   **August 9:** Anarchist plot in Spain to assassinate royalty. Cowardice of Captain of "Sirio" condemned.

*   **August 10:** Crawley motor bus enquiry verdict: "accidental death," no criminal responsibility. Americans kill Japanese fishermen: US government won't apologize.

*   **August 11:** Standard Oil Company indicted in Chicago for illegal freight rebates.

*   **August 13:** Birmingham diamond robbery suspect Joseph Stillman arrested in New York. Ethiopian preacher lashed in Natal for seditious prayers.

*   **August 14:** Sveaborg mutineers face court-martials, with executions. Two hundred signatories to Duma's manifesto to be prosecuted. Two thousand rioters to be tried in Kronstadt.

*   **August 15:** Arab firm loses case for theft of diamond.

*   **August 16:** "Welsher" kicked to death at Australian racecourse. Gunner Victor Hume sentenced for burglaries. Warsaw revolutionists organize a general massacre.

*   **August 17:** Police in Riga ask for funds for breastplates due to extreme violence. A murder case jury finds temporary insanity. Singapore police make an arrest in a coining case.

*   **August 18:** More bloodshed in Warsaw with widespread terrorist attacks, hundreds of Jews killed.

*   **August 20:** Arrests related to Chandu smuggling.

*   **August 21:** New Chief Justice Mr. Hyndman Jones opens court; Acting Chief Justice Law moves to Kuala Lumpur. Inspector Hart prosecutes Hylam for drunk and disorderly conduct. Bank forced to refund money paid on forged cheques. Woman's oppression and misappropriation discussed in a vagrancy act case.

*   **August 22:** Rodriguez appeals cheating conviction. Inspector Pastana prosecutes Chinaman for cruelty to rat.

*   **August 23:** Landgrabbers in Plaistow refuse to move, winning a "bloodless triumph." Clerk's queer duties revealed in a City Company case (American swindle). Hogan case postponed again. Slave case in Philippines.

*   **August 24:** Another coining case in North Bridge Road leads to arrests. Engineer Andrade gets judgment against him for not appearing in court for wages claim.

*   **August 25:** Spanish court pardons Benigno Cruz for illegal marriage. Engineer Andrade faces judgment for non-appearance in court.

*   **August 28:** Russian bomb tragedy: 30 killed, including prominent court officials; assassins used clever disguises. Wholesale robberies occur daily in Russia. Chinese escape from Shanghai lock-up.

*   **August 29:** Acting Military Governor General of Warsaw shot dead; police officers murdered. Plot to murder Viceroy in Tiflis discovered. Rodriguez appeal case judgment. Chinaman prosecuted for cruelty to rat.

*   **August 30:** Hogan case again adjourned. Promissory note case concluded.

*   **August 31:** Promissory note case concluded.

**V. Economy, Trade & Industry**

*   **August 1:** Ceylon Government seeks rubber exhibits from Straits Settlements. John Little Co. Ltd. advertises milk.

*   **August 2:** Cargo of B.S. Benladi includes components for Town Hall clock.

*   **August 3:** Tenders for Opium and Liquors Farm show revenue decline. Share market report on Rubber.

*   **August 4:** Revenue from Opium and Spirit Farms expected to fall. Shell Transport Company withdraws from European business to focus on Far East. Rice crisis in Yangtze Valley.

*   **August 7:** F.M.S. Government to publish list of rubber estate owners and companies. Increase in liquor tax.

*   **August 8:** Postmaster-General's report shows department's good financial standing. Tin, Gambier, Pepper, Nutmegs, Mace, Cloves, Liberian Coffee, Tapioca prices listed.

*   **August 9:** Handelsvereenixing "Amsterdam" (Amsterdam Trading Company) reports profits and dividend.

*   **August 10:** Rand gold production breaks records (£100,000 increase). British trade returns show substantial increases in imports and exports for July. F.M.S. revenue statistics for 1905-06 show increase.

*   **August 11:** Columbian salmon canners petition to reduce poll-tax on Chinese immigrants due to labor scarcity. British textile trades show record exports in July. Chinese intelligence for gold purchases. British rubber expert believes more capital needed for rubber cultivation.

*   **August 13:** French Tin Mining Co. of Kinta produces 3,775 piculs of tin. British Columbian salmon packers seek reduction of head tax on Chinese immigrants.

*   **August 14:** Rubber industry's immense strides shown by import figures to UK (1903-05). Oil of lemon grass gaining demand in London.

*   **August 15:** Tin foil mentioned as a valuable material.

*   **August 16:** Tin "corner" in London leads to artificial price increase, causing loss.

*   **August 20:** Manila hemp market affected by troubles in Leyte. South African gold mines and Chinese labor.

*   **August 21:** American Consul at St. Etienne promotes new casein industry in France.

*   **August 22:** Japanese in Manchuria: Vice-Governor of Bank of Japan to negotiate 80 million yen loan, wants to reduce interest on old loans.

*   **August 24:** Langkat advises third interim dividend. US buys million ounces of silver. New steamship service in Manchuria plans to carry 200,000 tons of goods and 500,000 passengers.

*   **August 25:** Selangor Company (rubber) to be bought over, financed in Colombo. British manufactures to be shown on world tour. Bilbao iron workers strike, martial law proclaimed.

*   **August 27:** Straits Settlements report for 1905 is positive. Far Eastern mail service accelerated by 9.5 days via Canadian Pacific Railway.

*   **August 28:** Manila merchants concerned over hemp crop.

*   **August 29:** North Borneo mining claim legal proceedings in London. Perak Branch of F.M.S. Art Club holds exhibition at King Edward's School. Philippines: Labor shortage in Panay due to railroad construction.

*   **August 30:** Damages awarded against Ogdens (a tobacco firm) in House of Lords case. Rubber seeds export duty considered by F.M.S. authorities.

*   **August 31:** Gigantic American failure of Real Estate and Trust Company. Button Brewery Company shareholders decline amalgamation.

**VI. Social Commentary & Culture**

*   **August 1:** Commentary on "The New Woman" arriving in England. Miss Henrietta Murkens and Miss Edith Merriless (musicians) arrive in Singapore. Bandman Opera Company performs. Indra Bangsawan Theatrical Co. (Penang) performs.

*   **August 2:** Chicago beef scandal, "doctored hams" discussed. "Keir Hardie and the Zulus" refers to a letter. Debate on proposed reductions in naval programs in House of Lords. American cigarettes: Mr. Gaston campaigns against them. Mr. T. Kudo, Japanese dentist, advertised.

*   **August 3:** Mr. Dooley on food. Opinion of Liberal Press on South African matters. Readjustment of school hours for Singapore. Mr. Sproule (Deputy Public Prosecutor) returns. Queen-Mother Emma's birthday celebrated.

*   **August 4:** "Playing Possum" by Rev. R. H. Courtnay criticizes government officials taking sick leave. Foul decoctions: daily paper criticizes patent medicines for children. "Too Diligent by Half" criticizes the "Inspector of nuisances." "The Chinese Nemesis" refers to consequences of war. "Pace of Naval Construction" compares France, Germany, America. "Wondering over London" discusses communication between District Railway. "German Views of England" and "German Portrait of a Briton." "Through Russian Glasses" sees England as a "nemesis." "The Seaside Band" is often third-rate. Church Notes listed.

*   **August 7:** "China on the Eve of Becoming a Great Power" refers to Imperial edict taking over Customs. "Coronation Celebration" at Hotel Del Europe. "Wayang Pusi" in Penang performs. "What Our Readers Think" includes a letter about Pearl's Hill Reservoir. "Emigrant Ship Sinks" (specific details unclear). "Home Elections" refer to Liberal gain. "The Denishawi Affair" (Egyptian executions) is reviewed.

*   **August 8:** "Fashion's Victims" discusses short sleeves and men's sunshades in hot weather. "French Sinecures" refers to overmanned French civil service departments. "British Tars in a Tight Corner" refers to Jack ashore's predicaments. "Ejecting an M.P. from the House" from a London paper. "A Clever Musician" (Dorasamy) is popular in London. "A Sign of the Times" (women's club in London). "A British Fault" (English pride/piety). "World's Exchange of Food" refers to change in London. "The Imperial Grandfather" refers to humanity. "Comical Humanity." "British Papers Wanted" (from China). "Woman's Sure Knowledge" (mothers and their children). "Lord Robert's Warning" (about military strength). "England the Winner Still" (football). "English Intensity" (football). "Cock-fighting Still in Vogue" in American colonies. "French Day of Rest" (for Singaporean French community). "C.-B. and the Judges" refers to Premier Campbell-Bannerman. "The Ritual Report" discussed. "Life in Johannesburg" from London papers. "Lemonaders" (local option advocate).

*   **August 9:** "Truth" on Ceylon Pearl Fisheries: indignation over leasing pearl fisheries. "Winston (by himself)" is a poem about a statesman. "Nat Diplomacy" refers to French officials. "The Village School" debate on education. "Rule by Label" discusses British progress. "Britain's Foreign Policy" criticized. "Army Reductions" by Haldane. "The Russian Upheaval" commentary. "Seaside Music" is often cheap. "Canada and the Empire" (not relevant for this section). "A Destructive Sea" (not relevant). "Price of Prestige" (Japan's responsibility after war). "An Educated Man" definition. "Commonwealth Aspirations" (Australia/New Zealand). "Centenarians in Paris." "Pasha's Appeal" (Mustapha Kamil Pasha) condemns executions in Egypt.

*   **August 10:** "On Parliamentary Oratory" criticizes misuse of "orator." "Hovel Cleansing" system from Ceylon recommended for Singapore. "Curse of Charity" (money vs. talent). "Commerce, Not Arms" (Japan's strategy). "A Destructive Sea" refers to "kaf-cutting ants." "Lady of the Bath" and "balloons for brides." "Sir Wilfrid Lawson" (temperance advocate). "Seaside Music" commentary. "Canada and the Empire" (review of reviews). "A Destructive Sea" (Kaf-cutting ants).

*   **August 11:** "Why Do Actors Marry?" is a query. "Ill Bred Scribblers" (female writers). "Religious Instruction in Schools" (English court rules not obligatory for local authorities to pay for it). "Cricket" (Marylebone C.C. refuses to send team to Australia). "Disequilibrium in Wales" (Church disestablishment). "Our Exports" (British textile trade record). "War Stores Scandals" (official report on corruption). "Only Six Officers Involved" in corruption. "Chinese for Ceylon" (not good as agricultural labor). "Jew and the Sabbath" (Jewish Sabbath). "Light on Dreyfus Case." "What Our Readers Think" includes letter about British rule in India. "Iron Town With a Record" (Wrexham). "A Negro on the War-Path" (William Harris). "Chinese for Ceylon" (not good as agricultural labor).

*   **August 13:** "Crippled at Cricket" (Mr. Gilbert Wilfred Gooneratane cured by Dr. Williams' Pink Pills). "American Shipbuilding" (yards not prosperous). "Martyr" sent to Siberia (Maria Spifidonovna). "Stolen Jewels" (Birmingham diamond robbery). "British Shipping Views" are pessimistic about mail contract. "Money Standard of Life" (not every artist/writer makes money). "Over-Sea Britons Fears" of being eaten from behind. "Command of the Seas" (naval program). "Flippant Brides" (young couples). "The Balloon Neck" (fashion of 1906). "Why Letters are Late" (Post Office gum use). "An Uneaten Luncheon" (children's appetite). "Answers to Correspondents" about rioting in Natal.

*   **August 14:** "An Age of Criticism" and "Japanese Competition" in the Far East. "Humour of a Turtle Ride" (Louis de Rougemont). "Boasting Mindanao" (progress league in Zamboanga). "The Opening of Dalney" (Chinese Customs House). "Shipping Intelligence."

*   **August 15:** "The People's Era" discusses increased influence of masses. "The Sturgeon Rubber Co." and "rubber producing goat" as humorous piece. "Our Tram Cars" for Singapore; mixed classes. "Starvation Wages" in Pahang. "The Best Literature" (Irish writers). "Mr. Haldane's Scheme" for British Army. "A Great Day for France" for naval program. "The Sick Sultan" (pain relieved by German doctor). "Reforms in Persia" (conference). "China and Japan" relations. "How England Stands" (thanks to naval program). "Too Good to be True" (new regulations). "A Hostile Critic" (Mr. Balfour's policy). "How to Write a Book" (Elinor Glyn). "Seaside Acquaintances" (gossipy woman). "A Parable" (Chinese coolies). "Qualifications for the Suffrage" (Filipino independence). "Temperance" (John Crowle's bequest). "School Room Gems" (children's humor). "Simple Life in Paris." "Patriotic Hungary." "The Suffrage Martyrs."

*   **August 16:** "The Bray of a Donkey" criticizes American rule in Philippines. "Russian fleet" testing preparedness. "Asbestos" discovered in Philippines. "Kicked to death" (welsher at racecourse). "The Egyptian Situation" (Mohammedan population). "Poor Fruit Season" (raspberry/currant scarcity). "Fashionable Starvation" (warning against overeating). "M. Haldane's Speech" (Army reform). "Impressions of England" (British army as luxury). "Importation of Morphine" (new regulations). "English Press" mentions "Evening News." "Dreyfus Decision" (no more intervention in Russian internal affairs).

*   **August 17:** "Harmony Among the Schools" discusses difficulties for parents. "No Boy Smokers" (drastic report from House of Lords committee). "Raffles in Barracks" (gunner sentenced for burglary). "Mr. Beit's Love Story" (unmarried man's will). "A German Editor" calls British Army a luxury.

*   **August 18:** "A Grand Success" of Agri-Horticultural Show. "Death of Dr. Brouardel" (French physician). "How Old Wines Are Imitated." "The Rev. Baring-Gould's 'Death'" (he was reported dead, but was alive). "Prince of Wales's Mishap" (horses shied at cheers). "Secrets of the Dreadnought" (cost and construction). "France and Egypt" (agreement between Ministry of Finance and Public Debt Administration). "A Good Wife and a Good Mother" (Divorce Court). "Stringent Rules for Inspection in America" (Chicago meatpacking). "Too Diligent by Half" (criticizes the inspector). "Lady Trick Performer's Protest Against Protection" (risk their own lives). "Plea for Obstruction" (against naval program reduction). "Four Lives Lost in a Fire in South Shields." "Revolution in England!" (land raid). "An Appreciative Land" (not about England). "A Chance for Mr. Byles" (not clear). "Modern Toleration" (religious views). "Eve and the Army" (women's equality). "Home Life Obsolescent." "Amusing Ideas About the King" (Edward VII). "The Seaside Band."

*   **August 20:** "Our Death-Rate" in Singapore for July (41 per mille). "The Same Here" (London traffic accidents). "Our Death Duties" (estates). "Manila for Movement" (criticism of local papers). "The Smarting Set" (female skin problems). "Chinese Superstition" (silver bangle in python). "The Opium Question" (pernicious influence of Chinese opium). "English and American Railways."

*   **August 21:** "Church and State" in France: government determined on separation. "Railway Strike in India": strike leaders not complimented. "A Colombo Lady Bitten by a Mad Horse." "A Rare Occurrence": six births on Norddeutscher Lloyd liner. "A Hopeful Outlook" (political reforms in Russia). "An Indian Love Story" (clerk loses money).

*   **August 22:** "An Earthquake Year" reviews global seismic activity. "A Royal Edict" (German Emperor's pardon for lese majeste). "The Montague Disaster" court martial. "To Murder French President" (plot discovered). "The Japanese in Manchuria" trade. "The Fall of Woman" (corset maker accused of misappropriation). "Punch on Brighter Cricket."

*   **August 23:** "Anti-Opium Crusade" in Canton. "Inadequate Fines" for local criminals. "Pan-Islamism in Egypt" is anti-British. "Morality Defined" (morality in a society). "Unworthy of Remembrances" (Michel Davitt). "Poor Little Duma" (Tsar and revolutionaries). "River Pollution" (London water supply). "Clerk's Queer Duties in City Company Case" (bogus company). "Tolstoi and the Duma." "Motors and Morals" (motor car speed limit). "Handwriting and Health" (children's teeth). "Education Eloquence" (Mr. Birrell on Education Bill). "Food Faddists" (dietary advice). "'Mail in Yarminy'" (Joe Chamberlain). "Balloons for Brides." "French Creditors' Complaint" (Parisian banks). "An Irishman's Loyalty" (Michel Davitt's words).

*   **August 24:** "Dreadnought Ready" for sea in record time. "Distress in Ireland" due to potato blight. "Reforms in China" (Empress Dowager calls conference). "Indentured Labour in Trinidad" solves problems. "An Excessive Sentence" (Magistrate's light penalties). "Misguided Zeal" (dog shooting). "Photography and Colour Photography" (criticism of exhibition). "The Press and Charitable Funds" (criticized by Canon Barnett). "Another Opportunity for Hongkong Shipbuilders." "The World's Press" (comments on Germany, Russia, Ireland). "Municipal Irregularities." "Professional Colour Photography." "The Dog Shooting." "Answers to Correspondents." "The Mediterranean Fleet" visit to Venice. "Cuba" (racial animosities). "How Trouble Originated." "Racing."

*   **August 25:** "Good for Russia" (universal elementary education plan). "Professional Colour Photography" criticized. "The Kaiser's Navy" display. "Unique Floating Exhibition" of British manufactures. "A New Rubber Go" (Indo-Malay Estates Company). "Bilbao" ironworkers strike. "What Our Readers Think" (dog shooting). "Answers to Correspondents" (criticism of exhibition coverage). "Municipal Commission" meeting. "Shelford's Questions Answered" in Legislative Council.

*   **August 27:** "Report on the Straits Settlements" for 1905. "Mr. Shelford's Questions" omission of mole scheme is surprising. "What Our Readers Think" includes letter about Singapore's morality. "German Mechanical Loyalty" to Kaiser. "Pessimistic" view of Europe. "One Advantage" of being British. "Our Social Contrasts" (London rich/poor). "Slaves of Circumstances" (the poor). "The German Attitude" toward Russia. "Cricket" Gloucester beats Yorkshire. "Wellman Expedition" abandoned. "Very Shabby Defence" in gambling case. "German Mechanical Loyalty." "Russian Bomb Tragedy" (Premier Stolypin's son killed). "Pessimistic." "One Advantage."

*   **August 28:** "The Public Works Department" annual report for 1905. "A Thankless Task" (criticism of Agri-Horticultural Show committee). "Vivisection" (Dr. Carroll's experiments). "The Eternal Topic" (women's influence). "Willing Maidens" (maids from Scotland). "Two Thrones" (Dutch monarchy). "British Rule in India." "Social Nuisances" (motor car speed limit). "England and Germany" (mutual distrust). "Our Future on the Sea." "Counsel's Opinion" on officers. "Canada's Blessings" from self-government. "Cannot Stand the Philippines" (American donkeys). "Maiden's Hopes" (about marriage). "Women and Golf." "Gen. Booth in Thrums." "Answers to Correspondent" about a honeymoon.

*   **August 29:** "A Royal Edict" (German Emperor pardons lese majeste). "Home Politics" (Liberals and Labourites). "North Borneo Mining Claim" legal proceedings. "Rebuff to Great Actress" (Sarah Bernhardt denied Legion of Honor). "South African Cricket Slander" (M.C.C. team). "Goaded to Murder by Inhuman Parents" (Bombay High Court). "Reckless Concession" (Australian press criticizes Transvaal Constitution). "The London Jungle" (booksellers, periodicals). "Negligent Publishers" (New York Herald). "Woman and Love." "The Naval Programme" (British vs. Continental states). "A Popular Target" (Premier Campbell-Bannerman). "The Eton Slouch" (military training). "Amusing ideas about the King" (King Sisowath). "Temperance Drinks" (chemical analysis).

*   **August 30:** "A Reign of Terror" in Russia. "Public Holidays" for Coronation (9th Aug vs. 17th Aug). "Trial by Jury" in Old Bailey. "Woman and Business" (women's neglect of details). "The Affaire" (Dreyfus). "Man, Cookery and Wife" (cook's wages). "For Emigrant Enterprise." "British Naval Supremacy." "Fruits of a Mistake" (false reports). "The Government and Navy" (Lord Roberts' warning). "Americans Tour Europe." "The Skipper's Shooting" (hunting trip). "Answers to Co-Respondents" (horse racing analogy). "The Late Seet Ewe Lay" (Lat Pau editor).

*   **August 31:** "John Milton" is subject of Epworth League address. "A Significant Association at Amoy" (British Chinese Association). "Doctors of Journalism" in Continental universities. "Dukal Morality" (French Prefect of Police). "Day of Rest in France." "Our Poor Kiddies" (effects of acid flavorings). "Magistrate's Finger-Print" (Magistrate's legal opinions). "S&K Railway Overseas" (dirty water from railway). "Mr. Birrell and the Bill" (instruction in gun use for British schoolboys). "Balloons for Brides." "A Voice from Canada."

**VII. Natural Disasters & Accidents**

*   **August 1:** Missing French emigrant ship 'America' found in Bermuda after bad weather.

*   **August 3:** Tramway breakdown on High Street.

*   **August 7:** Emigrant ship sinks (details scarce).

*   **August 10:** Crawley motor bus accident results in "accidental death."

*   **August 13:** Workmen injured at Borneo Wharf.

*   **August 20:** Valparaiso earthquake causes 50 deaths in Santiago and Valparaiso; reports exaggerate damage.

*   **August 21:** Valparaiso terror: extent of damage uncertain due to cable interruption; 50 killed in Santiago and Valparaiso. "Manchuria" stranded at Honolulu, possibly due to earthquake-induced current deflections.

*   **August 22:** Chilian Earthquake: reports on casualties vary but damage is enormous. Islet of San Juan de Fernandez wiped off the map. British Fire Insurance Companies are safe due to "earthquake clause." Egyptian Prince killed in automobile accident in France.

*   **August 23:** Valparaiso earthquake: death roll in thousands; naval detachments assist relief. 30,000 homeless refugees; government to build huts. The "Manchuria" is in a critical position, badly bumping while stranded. Central American battle between Guatemala, Salvador, Honduras results in heavy losses.

*   **August 24:** British Consulate in Valparaiso destroyed, Consul injured.

*   **August 27:** Forest fires near Toulon kill many soldiers.

*   **August 28:** Australian earthquakes (slight shocks near Bathurst).

*   **August 29:** Duke of Oporto severely injured in motoring accident.

*   **August 31:** Squall damages S.S. Perak, carrying away bridge awning.