Secretary Wilson warns Congress on German meat orders
Secretary Wilson urged immediate emergency funding to inspect U S pork and beef exports to Germany. He warned German buyers may cancel $50 million in orders if the $125,000 emergency appropriation is not granted, saying current inspection forces are inadequate and packers should cover inspection costs under government supervision.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
Wilson
United States
Germany
Hia Department
Attack by Cossacks devastates Armenian seminary
In Tifils Caucasia on January 13, hundreds were killed or injured after Cossacks attacked the Armenian seminary following bombs thrown at a passing patrol. The seminary was shelled, set ablaze, and explosions caused extensive fatalities including a boy killed and 33 dead in the blaze. About 300 wounded or injured by shells or fires.
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Tifils
Caucasia
Roosevelt to Succeed Harper at Chicago University
Chicago January 18 strong talk in university circles has grown that President Roosevelt should succeed the late President Harper as head of Chicago University. It is believed this was one of Dr Harper's hopes in his final months. Changing the university constitution would be required to allow a non Baptist like Roosevelt to serve as president.
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Chicago
Roosevelt
Harper
Chicago University
Texas Representative Seeks Probe After White House Expulsion
In Washington on January 9, Representative Shappard of Texas introduced a resolution to appoint a joint Republican and Democratic committee to investigate the alleged violent expulsion of an American mother from the White House offices and grounds by executive officials and employees as she sought a presidential audience. The measure was referred to the Rules Committee.
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Morris
House
Washington
Representative Shappard
Texas
White House
United States
Meet Fates on Pacific Meet Fates on Pacific
San Francisco January 13 A brutal southeast gale drove tug Sea Rover to cling to a dredger and two lighters carrying thirty five workmen bound for San Pedro. The vessels fought breakers near Duxbury reef. survivors were scarce as crews rushed to aid. Seven men saved, twenty seven feared lost.
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San Francisco
Cal
Sea Rover
San Pedro
Duxbury Reef
Liberty
Sea Queen
North American
Fitchworth
Double Point
Refuses to Recognize Emperor and Is Shot in St Petersburg
In a late night tragedy at the restaurant The Bear, student Davidoff is killed after refusing to honor the old regime during a New Year’s Eve ceremony. Count Sherometreff wounds two women and kills Davidoff before fleeing through a chaotic scene as guests react with shock and fear.
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St. Petersburg
Mlle
Rigo
Chimay
Emperor
Davidoff
Count Sherometreff
Moscow
Dr Harper Laid to Rest at Oakwoods Cemetery
The body of William Raney Harper, late president of the University of Chicago, was laid to rest yesterday in Oakwoods Cemetery vault. A memorial chapel and crypt are planned on the university campus to honor the distinguished educator.
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Dr. Harper
Chicago
Wilam Raney Harper
University of Chicago
Oakwoods Cemetery
University
Brackett Resolution on Depew Reintroduced in Senate
In Albany on January 12, Senator Brackett's measure demanding Chauncey M. Depew's resignation was reintroduced and set as a special order for next Tuesday. The item follows ongoing efforts to challenge the United States Senator amid political debate.
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Depew
Albany
Brackett
United States
Chauncey M. Depew
Senate
Chadwick Woman Sentenced to Ten Years in Columbus Prison
United States Marshal Chandler received a circuit court mandate directing execution of Judge Taylor’s sentence in the case of Mrs Cassie L Chadwick. She will be taken to the state penitentiary in Columbus to begin a ten year term without delay.
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Chadwick
Cleveland
United States
Chandler
Circuit Court of Appeals
Taylor
United States District Court
Cassie L
Thiga
Columbus
Treating Wrong Disease and the Favorite Prescription
A discussion on women’s ailments misattributed to separate diseases and the value of Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cause-targeted remedy. The piece touts its tonic and nervine benefits, plus Pleasant Pellets for digestion, contrasting with over-prescription and poor outcomes. It notes unrelated items about burglars, a birthday smoker gift, the lake Sclawik, and tides connected to a sea inlet.
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Pieren
Pierce
St. Vitus
New California divorce basis tied to love for dog
Judge Harrin in Oakland grants a divorce after a husband throws the couple’s dog from a window and mistreats the animal. An inventor in Berkeley unveils a fireman’s hood with an air cylinder offering about an hour of breathable air. Diamonds from mines can explode when heated. miners’ pockets have seen bursts. some dealers wrap large stones in potatoes for transport.
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California
Harrin
Oakland
South Africa
Old stock meat causes inspector to question butcher
A food inspector visits a small back street butcher. Most meat is fine but a batch of pork and beef is questionable. The butcher, with a customer nearby, admits the meat is old stock and offers no opinion beyond suggesting it might be used for sausage.
Unconscious Poisoning from Coffee Says Duluth Man
A Duluth man recounts headaches dyspepsia and nervousness from coffee and credits Postum with restoring health. He claims headaches eased, digestion improved, nerves steadied, and stamina returned after switching to Postum, urging readers to read The Road to Wellville. The notice cites Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan.
Federal control of insurance bill revived in Senate
Senator Dryden revises and reintroduces a federal insurance control bill in the Senate, aiming to curb insurance evils exposed by a New York inquiry. The plan defines policies as instruments of commerce, creates a controller of insurance, and borrows lines from national bank supervision with public scrutiny and safeguards to detect wrongdoing. The measure has administration support and is pitched as constitutional and timely.
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Washington
Dryden
Senate
New York Legislative Committee
New York
Congress
Terms protection in England dead terms protection in England dead
London Jan 15 Winston Churchill said we have killed protection and this is the beginning of political upheaval unseen since the great reform bill. He claimed free trade gained victory and many unionist papers echoed this view though some attributed Saturday's elections to issues like Chinese labor in South Africa and war taxes. No hint of softening the unionist rout is evident as editors plan retreat and salvage.
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London
England
Manchester
Winston Churchill
South Africa
Breach Rumor Clouded Cannon and Babcock Meeting
Washington reports a meeting in the speaker's room between Speaker Cannon and Wisconsin Rep. William Babcock, leader of the insurgents. The talk touched on tariff and statehood bills, with Babcock disputing an article and insurgents claiming growing strength. Deadlock over Hamilton statehood and opposition to amend rules persists.
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Cannon
Babcock
Washington, D. C
Wisconsin
Bahtock
Bart
Baheocis
House
Mrs Morris Relapses. White House Incident Reported
Mrs Min or Morris, recently ejected from White House executive offices and grounds, fell into a state of complete collapse. Dr Morris, her husband, said her condition is critical.
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Morris
Washington
Jan
Minor Morris
White House
Widow pursues post graduate course charm in tale
A charming widow described as a well educated girl has completed a post graduate course, highlighting an educated, independent woman whose background blends tragedy with advancement.
Dena Ends Brave Fight Ends University Leader Dr Harper Dies
Dr William Rayney Harper president of the University of Chicago since its inception dies of cancer of the intestines in Chicago at age 49. He fought illness with dignity, continued duties, and sought treatment in Europe before his death. Born July 1866 in New Concord Ohio, he held multiple academic posts including Yale professor of Semitic languages and later Chicago University president. His body to be buried at Oak Woods Cemetery.
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Chicago
Wiliam Raydey Harper
University of Chicago
Warper
McBurney
New York
Billings and
Bevan
Harper
Europe
Carlsbad
William Rayney Harper
New Concord
Muskingum College
Yale University
Masonic College
Macon
Tenn
Granville, O
Dennison University
Granville Academy
Baptist Theological Seminary
Morgan Park
Chicago University
John J. Rockfeller
Oakwoods Cemetery
Senator Meeks Resolution Supports Popular Election of Senators
Senator Meeks' resolution declaring in favor of electing United States senators by popular vote was unanimously adopted yesterday. The measure names Senator Copupuis and CU as supporters in a local context.
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Copupuis
Meeks
Fort Smith Files Rate Discrimination Petition
Washington sources report Fort Smith traffic bureau of Arkansas files a petition with the Interstate Commerce Commission alleging unjust discrimination and undue prejudice in pressed glassware rates charged by several eastern railroads.
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Washington, Jan
Interstate Commerce Commission
Fort Smith Traffic Bureau
Fort Smith
Ark
Westward growth in Western Canada agriculture grows strong
The past year showed Western Canada expanding wheat crops near 100 million bushels and farming areas ready to exceed 10 million bushels next year. Rye barley peas and flax increased along with dairying. Americans rush to Saskatchewan and Alberta as free homesteads remain, railways open new districts, and Dominion Agents promote settlement. The Toronto Star notes a Canadian prairie awakening and national pride.
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Western
Canada
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Dominion
Canadian Prairies
Toronto Star
Question on California Supreme Court Probed by Eastern Lawyer
Justice McFarland of the California Supreme Court told an Eastern lawyer that the state court is the court of ultimate conjecture. The exchange occurred as the lawyer questioned the authority of California's highest tribunal.
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Justice McFarland
California Supreme Court
Supreme Court of California
The World Owes You a Living Says Bold Ad Claim
An odd jumble of claims touts cures for piles and money refunds from Dru Ritts and a dubious promise to pay if you “go after” missing income. The ad mentions Red Cross Ball Bluse, The Kuss Company of South Bend, and a boastful, sensational sales pitch with vague guarantees.
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UBE
Red Cross
Kuss Company
South Bend
Cure for a Four Year Foot Suffering by Cuticura
John M. Lloyd of Alliance Ohio recounts a severe foot injury in 1899 with persistent proud flesh that left him walking on crutches. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for seven months his wound healed, enabling him to work again within five years. He notes cost savings versus doctors. June 27 1906 Alliance Ohio.
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God's Earth
Joh M. Lloyd
Arch Ave
Alliance
Ohio
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