A Bachelor’s Love for the Singer Dodo Branch
Frederick Bannington, a thirtyish man, recalls youth and a chance encounter with Norah Branch now famed as Dodo, the teat artiste. He reflects on a dramatic reunion, her imperious charm, and a kiss that leaves him moored between pride and passion as a Circa city club scene plays out.
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Thad
Norah
Frederick Bannington
Britz
Mr. Bannington
Dade
Dodo Branch
Filta
Law's Aidsed Necessity in Anglescant Marriage Law
An 19th century discussion argues that love should guide marriage over legal compulsion. It notes the impermanence of affection and the danger of binding vows solely by statute. The author calls for respecting the legal bond yet acknowledges love as the true basis of a lasting union.
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Tonnnysen
Typical Soldier of Fortune in Cabrera Regime
Col Lorenzo Alexis De Clairmont, chief of staff to President Cabrera of Guatemala, famed as a soldier of fortune. Born of Franco Spanish lineage, he fought in Guatemalan wars and U S battles in the Philippines where he was wounded thrice and earned a lieutenant’s commission. He left Denver January 5, 1504 and joined Cabrera’s staff, rising rapidly from major to colonel and chief of staff.
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Col
Lorenzo Alexis de Clairmont
Cabrera
Guatemala
Denver
Clairmont
United States
Philippines
San Francisco
Licenciado
Manuel Estrada Cabrera
Presidente Constitutionale de
Republica de Guatemala
Learned Quickly Vice President Learns Senate Role
Vice President Fairbanks shows rapid learning as presiding officer of the United States Senate. Early nerves loosen, he briefly ordered the sergeant at arms to clear the galleries and close the doors, then corrected to clear the door and close the galleries. He also omitted the oath’s mental reservation clause while administering to new senators from memory.
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Fairbanks
United States Senate
Senate
Suppressed News at Fraternity Dinner Sting
Reporters at a college fraternity dinner in a Uptown hotel were kept awake by soporific speeches when a guest of honor asked reporters not to publish the fraternity motto. A young man urged discretion, saying the Greek motto was sacred and should not be printed. The reporters promised to respect the request.
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New York Sun
Love and War and Love's for Youth in Poet’s Verse
A long verse on love’s charms and dangers contrasts youth with age and peace with war. The poet lauds love’s power over the heart in vivid imagery while noting its cruelty and fleeting nature.
Norway Names New Premier Michelsen From Merchant Roots
Norway appoints Herr Michelsen as premier after a rapid rise from Bergen merchant to Storting member and cabinet minister. At 44 years old he is described as alert and independent, with no strong early attention but poised to form a new ministry.
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Norway
Herr Michelsen
Bergen
Storthing
Peace proposals eyed as fleets maneuver near Vladivostok
Reports say Vice Admiral Rosestyensky's ships near Vladivostok may portend a Russian move toward peace with Japan. Officials note the strategic position could force a shift in tactics as Nebogatoff's squadron looms, with Russian hopes riding on avoiding a decisive naval clash.
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St. Petersburg
Apelli
Rosestyensky
China Sea
Romaboat
Rosssit
Bogatyr
Vladlyostok
Vladivostok
Russia
Rojestyensty
Rojestvensky
Nebogatoff
Singapore
Sviet Beng
Madrid Police Stoned as Reservoir Disaster Sparks Protest
In Madrid a 5000 strong demonstration near Saturday's reservoir collapse ends with police being stoned after seizing black banners. Reports say foundations and water pipes caused subsidence, with 236 workers in the lower reservoir killed.
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Madrid
Old
Great Activity Syrup Pepsin Advert Becomes Theme
Dr. Caldwell's laxative Syrup Pepsin is praised for relieving constipation and related symptoms by cleansing poisons and supporting internal organs. It is sold by druggists with a money back guarantee. Also noted are cultural tidbits about mourning hair shaving in ancient times, Kent cat deterrence, and a collapsible theater hat innovation.
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Caldwell
London
Dodd's Kidney Pills Praised By Spring Health Seeker
Mrs. Harty of Lowndes Missouri reports long standing spring weakness and back and head pain relieved by Dodd's Kidney Pills. She says health improves markedly, stronger at fifty than in years, crediting the pills as the best spring medicine. Many similar testimonies accompany the ad.
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Lowndes
Dodd
Who Owns the Railroads in Joint Securities View
H. T. Newcomb of the District of Columbia Bar compiles figures showing 5,174,718 savings depositors in six eastern states hold 442,354,086 in steam railroad securities. Massachusetts insurers own 845,889,088 in stocks and bonds, with 74 educational institutions relying on 47,468,327 for part of their incomes. The vast holdings reflect mass investments, including life and fire policies and bank deposits, totaling over a million and a half dollars in railroad securities. Today is the father of Tomorrow and the child of Yesterday.
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H. T. Newcomb
District of Columbia
Massachusetts
Phrase From Washington Life Pokes Fun At Bills
The remark contrasts wolves in sheep’s clothing with the wolf at the door disguised as a bill collector while noting a predecessor’s fate in a tongue in cheek line from Washington Life Sportlight. The item mocks money pressures and cooking free money schemes as oddities in gossip.
Favorite Prescription claims cure for female ailments
Advertises Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Pleasant Pellets as remedies for womb disorders bearing-down pains and related symptoms. Praises cures, offers free expert advice, urges readers to contact Dr. R V Pierce at 663 Main Street Buffalo NY, notes non narcotic formula and availability from reliable dealers. Also mentions Common Sense Medical Adviser request.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Pierce
Jeroe
Common Sense
Sistance
Addrez M. Pierce
Main St
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