Prison Board names Simpson warden and pardons lifers
Jackson reports the Board of Control names Nathan F. Simpson warden and approves his wife as matron. Governor Warner and others voted yes. Lansing notes parole releases for Edward Ascher Frank Hayes and "Black J Bart" Raymond Holzhay, a lifelong Detroit convict. Holzhay had a history including a stage hold up and bank robberies with prior sentences and a brain operation that improved behavior.
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United Press
Jackson
Board of Control
Nathan F. Simpson
Warner
John
Haggerty
Geo. W.merriman
Simpson
Prison Board
George Stone
Lansing
Edward Ascher
Frank H. Hayes
Detroit
Black J Bart
Y Raymond Holzhay
All Lifers
Agéhér
Hayes
Holzhay
Lake
Gogebic
Mich
A. B. Fleischbein
Belleville
Ill
Marquette
Ascher
Wisconsin Central
Fleisghbein
Fleisergbein
Fred "Kelley
Valmore C. Nichols
All Stars Meet University Boys In Armory Game Tonight
The All Stars face University Boys in an Armory game tonight with a 7:30 door opening and 8:15 start. Tickets are 25 cents and a dance follows the contest with lineups listed for both teams.
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University Boys
Armory
All Stars
Stafford
J. Comstock
Dane
Lund
P. Dustie
Leach
Lawler
Hauser
Buchanan
Trelfa
Desjardins
University
A. Comstock
Mystery in Detroit Park Body Identified by Undertaker
Detroit on December 30 reports Francie McCate an undertaker identified a mutilated body found in a park as a drunken man seen two weeks earlier flashing about $1.2 aboard a street car. He says the man was with another. Mrs. Cora Westgate doubts the body is her husband Obed Westgate.
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United Press
Detroit
Mich
Francie McCate
Cora Westgate
Obed Westgate
Earthquake Devastates Eli Province Villages
Meager reports indicate several Eli Province villages wrecked and hundreds homeless. Fears rise that many people have been killed. Athens dispatch notes the disaster as authorities assess the extent amid scattered survivors.
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United Press
Athens
Greece
Eli
What’s in a Name Marys a Black Couple Wed
A notice notes that at eastWilliam Jennings Bryan secured a license to marry Martha Washington and the couple, described as negroes, were legally married and made happy.
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William Jennings Bryan
Martha ‘Washington
London Papers Critique Nonpartisan News Demand
London papers debate the need for a truly neutral newspaper after December election bias. Critics note misleading headlines and partisan framing across Liberal and Conservative reports, citing examples from morning coverage on December 7.
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United Press
London
England
Diess
Liberal Party
Mail
News
Express
Chronicle
Telegraph
Standard
St. Helens
Alpena Board Probes Dunbar and Mirre Street Schools
A city school board committee reports on the Dunbar Norwegian and Mirre German schools. Inspectors find neat but poorly heated and ventilated buildings and recommend immediate improvements to heating ventilation water access and toilet facilities. The panel urges a rear addition for toilets and proper water supply.
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Board of Education
City of
Alpena
Dunbar. St
Mirre St
Dunbar Street
Echkool
Mirre
J. K. Dunlop
Jas
W. H. Campbell
Roland Hughes
N. Potter
Hotel charges 25 rentimes per day for robbery insurance
A Venitian hotel charges guests 25 rentimes per diem for robbery insurance. The coverage amount is 1500 francs. The note, sourced from Loudon’s Travels, calls this arrangement very convenient and claims robbery is far from uncommon in Hal y.
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Venice
Haly
Loudon
Trath
Pugilistic Feat and Quirky Exchange Reported
A Toledo Blade excerpt captures a lively boxing banter with clashing bravado and crowd chatter. The dialogue references a pugilist scene, a black eye, and a boastful claim about victory.
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Clancy
Toledo Blade
German Ait Notice for AM Meeting Sunday Hall
AM members are requested to meet at the hall Sunday for an important business. President Beck signs the notice.
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Beck
Awakening of the East and Growth in Port Said and Nearby Cities
The article traces demographic growth in ports and Near East towns over decades. It cites Port Said rising to about 50 000, Piraeus expanding to 99 000, and Belrut to 170 000, with Gaza growing from 2 000 in 1846 to 48 000 by 1907. It references Ferahim Pasha and historical anchorage sites as catalysts for expansion.
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Near East
Port Said
Piraeus
Ferahim Pasha
Belrut Bes
Gaza
Delinquent Subscriber Returns To Pay Up
A Hillman subscriber writes to The Argus Pioneer about paying.PQ order for $1 to cover his paper amid a boast about a patent medicine man. He recalls feeding medicine to his dog that died and laments owed back issues. His son and wife advise settling all arrears.
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Argus-Pioneer
Hillman
Mr. Whiter
P. Q
Protest over guard at Mrs Eddy tomb sparked by resurrection claim
New York Christian Scientists protest Boston guardianship of Mrs Mary Baker Eddy's tomb in Mount Auburn Cemetery. They say guarding the tomb to prevent a physical resurrection contradicts Christian Science teachings and deifies Eddy. Eugene R Cox says Eddy is dead and removal of her name proves leaders reject a physical return.
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United Press
New York
Mary Baker Eddy
Boston
Aday
Mt. Auburn ‘Cemetery
Cambridge
Jerusalem
Joseph
Arimathea
Jesus Christ
Christ
Eagene R. Cox
New York Christian Science Church
Mrs. Eddy
God
Jesus
Population density map dominates state rankings and growth
Rhode Island leads the nation with 508.5 persons per square mile, followed by Massachusetts 418.8 and New Jersey 337.7. Nevada remains least dense, while Washington shows notable density growth over the last decade. Other states range from over 100 to 75 per square mile amid diverse shifts, with Idaho and Oklahoma seeing notable increases. A separate note describes an alum mountain near Chino and its processing for water purification.
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Washington
Dee
Rhode Island
Census Bureau
Nevada
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Connecticut
New York
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Ohio
Delaware
Illinois
Wyoming
Arizona
Montana
New Mexico
Idaho
Utah
Oregon
South Dakota
Colorado
North Dakota
Kansas
Nebraska
California
Oklahoma
Indiana
Kentucky
Tennessee
Virginia
West Virginia
South Carolina
Michigan
Missouri
New Hampshire
North Carolina
Georgia
Wisconsin
Alabama
Iowa
Vermont
Mississippi
Louisiana
Arkansas
Minnesota
Maine
Texas
Florida
Boston inquiry on high living costs sparks citywide debate
A local discussion in Boston questions why residents pay more than in any other U S city for living expenses. A chamber of commerce member blames many minor politicians while contrasting New York’s system where larger figures influence smaller players.
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Boston
Boxton
Eft
United States
Chamber of Commerce
New York
Rival Quips on Scarce Things and Baby Tales
A Rival quotes a saying about scarcity comparing hens teeth and men who like stories of other people's babies. The remark appears in a Chicago Record-Herald piece reflecting wit and social observation.
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Chicago - Record- Herald
Women's Lefts and Widowers Advocation Debate
A fragment shows a dialogue about female rights and an odd turn to warden’s lefts and widowers. The speakers Miss Bikley and Miss Passee discuss advocacy, rights, and a humorous shift in focus.
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Miss Bikley
Passee
Mections and warmth quoted by Channing in life refrain
A fragment quotes Channing on life and warmth, suggesting people live through many measures and notions. The lines emphasize human warmth as a key to existence and resilience.
Stray White Terrier With Engraved Collar Found
A white terrier with a bob tail and engraved collar bearing the name Grip and the owner’s details was found. A finder can contact Det. Clark Street at 4169 for proof of ownership and claim rewards or payment.
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Clark St
Value Beyond Price at QSOCOGHOEGA Palace Tonight
SHOE Amusements shows Independent pictures at the Palace Theatre tonight. The drama Value Beyond Price by the Thanhauser Co. promises tense heart interest and strong female appeal. Features the pawnbroker and little girl with touching roles and a song titled Come Right In Sit Right Down Make Yourself at Home.
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Thanhauser Co
Majestic presents Milionaire and the Ranch Girl in film
Tonight at the Majestic the feature The Milionaire and the Ranch Girl plays with The Hoodoo as a second film and a illustrated song All Aboard for Blanket Bay.
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the Milionaire
Alsa
Blanket Bay
Our Films Rest the Eyes in a Night at the Movies
A brief note highlights a program featuring the film Our Films Rest the Eyes, plus the comedy Reggie's Engagement and a performance by Professor Rousseau singing a new illustrated song.
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Reggie
Prof. Rousseau
Through the Clouds airship thriller at Royal Theatre
Tonight at the Royal Theatre audiences see an airship thriller titled Through the Clouds. A new Vaudeville song is featured with a Saturday night act. Also on the program are BM vs AM Stars at the Armory with admission of 25 cents and a postgame dance.
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Armory
Big
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Geo. Masters & Sons
Taft
Panama
Dunbar and
Yonkers Statesman
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Cox
Chino
Hiness
TRAND
Qsocoghoega
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the Toggery Shop
E. E. Wentz
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