Semi-Weekly Republic Debuts in Calhoun County
The Republic, formerly the Jacksonville Republican, will publish twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays beginning mid January. Anniston Publishing Company aims the Semi-Weekly at farmers and country readers with Hearst telegraph and Union Press news, promising faster news and expanded features.
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Republic
Anniston Publishing Company
The
Jacksonville Republican
Alabama
Telegraph
Hearst Syndicate
Union Press Association
Farmers’ Union Department
Times
Advertisers Seek Reach in Semi-Weekly Republic
Advertisers view the Semi-Weekly Republic as the best medium to reach country readers. The paper is promoted as an effective channel for local businesses to target nationwide audiences through reliable circulation and period presence.
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Republic
Twickenham to a 12000 Seater for England Scotland Match
Grand stands with seating for 12000 are rising at Twickenham Rugby field for the England vs Scotland match on March 20. Circular design ensures all spectators have a full view, with stone terraces for standing room and enclosures for 25000 to 30000. Nearby, naval details discuss 12 inch gun vessels and armor contrasts. The note also covers Maine New Jersey New York Delaware incorporations in December and child labor reform efforts in Pennsylvania and nationwide Child Labor Day plans.
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London
Twickenham
England
Scotland
Navy to Arm Future Battleships With 14-Inch Guns
The Navy plans three battleship types, with two featuring eight 14 inch main rifles. The Board of Naval Construction prepares the design as of January 5 in Washington.
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Washington
United States Navy
Board of Naval Constructon
France map plan aids aviation navigation with town distances
The touring committee of the Automobile Club de France prepares a new map showing landing places for aviators and distances between towns. It also proposes large colored roof signs on public buildings to help tourists identify localities from the air.
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Paris
Automobile Club de France
France
Aeronautical Society acquires airship site near Dagenham
A plot for airship experiments has been bought by the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain and will soon open for member use. The ground lies near Dagenham station on the London Tilbury and South End Railway.
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London
Aeronautical Society of Great Britian
Dagenham Station
London, Tilbury and South End
Testing site described for full sized and model machines
The site measures about half a mile by half a mile with flat areas for full sized machines and south slopes up to 50 feet for model testing. Sheds will house full sized machines and a scientific establishment will be built when funds allow. New York report dated January 5 notes plans.
Elderly People Warn About Constipation and Find Relief
An advertisement urges seniors to focus on diet and digestion and promotes Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative. It cites A A Felts of Johnston City Illinois who found relief after six years of stomach trouble and notes a free sample offer and government verified purity. The doctor promises mail samples with no charge and guarantees satisfaction with regular drugstore bottles.
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U. S
Northwestern states push tariff relief on British Columbia coal
A regional movement forms to petition the tariff revision committee to remove the coal tariff from British Columbia mines. If successful, it could save 50 cents per ton and substantially help manufacturers dependent on this coal supply.
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ST. Paul
Tariff Revision Committee
British Columbia
A Friend In Need
A bashful young man spends about half an hour with advances and retreats behind a sofa. He starts another approach when an impatient exclamation from behind declares the woman “dead easy,” jolting the scene in Brooklyn Life.
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Johnny
Brooklyn
Literary Irrigation and a Wry Publishing Exchange
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip mocks a young author and reader about a serialized novel. The reader accuses the story of dryness while the author jokes that the heroine sheds real tears on 258 pages.
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Tot Risig
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Inconsistent Howell Rowell Accuses Fellow In Public Dispute
Inconsistent Howell Rowell is described as inconsistent by Powell who claims he would let you take time then have you arrested for stealing his watch in a voice attributed to the New York Press.
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Qdell
New York
State Educational Board
Sturt
Howell — Rowell
Powell
New York Press
Public Opinion and Snowfall Views Compared
A reflection on private versus public opinion, noting private views weaken under mass influence while public sentiment wields broad power across society. The piece questions the value of snowflake perspectives in shaping collective response and governance.
Texan in apple tree sparks orders mix up during Civil War
In 1562 during a Texas brigade march toward Staunton a Texan sits in an apple tree filling his haversack. General Hood and General Jackson issue contradictory orders and the Texan replies I don’t know to every query. The scene ends with Jackson riding on.
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Charming Nelle
General Hood
Texas Brigade
Jackson
Staunton
Ole Jackson
Anniston Steam Laundry Expands Cleaning and Pressing Service
The Anniston Steam Laundry announces improved readiness to clean and press clothing of all kinds, highlighting enhanced equipment and trained staff to handle varied fabrics and customer needs.
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Anniston Steam Laundry
Tips for Finding Great Buys in Local Want Ads
The brief notes that want ads offer guidance on where to purchase a wide range of goods. It highlights tips for locating bargains, comparing prices, and spotting quality items in area listings.
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Atlanta, Ga
Dr. W. B. Caldwell
Caldwell Bldg
Monticello, Il
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Chile
Public Opinion
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