Missouri's New Rate Law in Force
Special to the Star St Louis June 14 Tomorrow is the date fixed for the new maximum freight rate law and the 2 cent passenger fare act enacted by the last session of the Missouri legislature to become effective. The railroads are expected to contest the validity of the new law but Attorney General Hadley believes courts will sustain the state board to enforce the new rates. The new law repeals the 1905 act and the federal court at Kansas City recently issued an injunction against enforcing it.
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Gems From The Talmud Insights From Ancient Texts
Fragmented notes reflect moral maxims from Talmudic passages. Proverbial lines touch on character, reputation, listening to wives, and spiritual practice.
Richmond Day at Jamestown Exposition Highlight
A distinguished state capital delegation with many visitors from across Virginia attends Richmond day at the exposition. President Tucker welcomes guests while Mayor McCarthy of Richmond responds, then attendees tour the fair exhibits.
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Jelly Confusion Sparks Rep In Brooklyn Store
A cautious Brooklyn clerk refuses to guarantee jelly after a New York woman with a noted reputation questions its quality. The exchange ends with the clerk asserting the lady’s fame is enough assurance, prompting amused chatter in New York Tribune coverage.
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Atmospheric warmth and altitude effects on heat retention
The text explains that the sun heats the earth but atmospheric density near the surface traps heat, while high altitudes allow heat to escape. It notes mountains stay cold due to rarity of air and perpetual ice, whereas lower elevations can be warmer.
Dean's Regulats Cure Constipation and Digestion
An old advertisement touts Dean's Regulats as a cure for constipation toning the stomach stimulating the liver promoting digestion and appetite and easing bowel passages. It urges readers to ask their druggist and notes a price of 25 cents a box.
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Dean
Timely Mirth Provokers A Story of Bravery Nipped in the Bud
A fragment from a theater piece features characters Gerald Geraldine and Papa in a playful exchange about love wealth and marriage. The dialogue hints at social satire and comic mistaken values within a family scene.
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110 Year Old Mrs McGrath Praises Duffy’s Malt Whiskey
Mrs Mary McGrath of Brandon Wisconsin aged 110 the world’s oldest woman says Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey keeps her walking a mile. She claims other medicines harmed her and the whiskey restored health and life writing December 18 1906 praising the tonic stimulant.
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Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Advertised as Medicine
Advertisement claims Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey is a malted grain distillate with medicinal value. It touts health benefits, anti disease claims, and usage for various groups while warning against counterfeit bottles and urging purchase in sealed bottles.
Farmer Etot of Mustenburg Faces Trial
A farmer named Etot of Musten burg Transvaal awaits trial in Preteria om accused of murdering a native. He allegedly used a fenced gun to scare off ghosts, while his family used straw nests in the horse yard. He says he was unaware of the native's presence. The scene includes unrelated quotes about a musician and a prima donna as well as a Seneca reflection on wealth and worth.
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