Tornadoes Rage Across South and Texas Storms
Destructive weather sweeps multiple states with tornadoes and cyclones. In Mississippi and Alabama Wind toppled roofs and chimneys at the Herbert and Stone plantations harming residents, while in northern Texas and Oklahoma widespread damage and injuries disrupt communications. New Orleans reports a refinery fire contained as gale forces threaten the area.
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of & C Young
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Dallas
Oklahoma
Receipt That Cures Weak Men Free
A fragment mentions a "Receipt That Cures Weak Men" described as free. The text lacks clear details on who offers it or where, leaving the exact origin and scope uncertain. The readable portion hints at a medical or remedial claim without substantiating evidence or a concrete event.
Storm knocks out many Atlanta phones overnight
A severe storm and lightning hit Atlanta between 6 and 6:30 last night, bringing heavy rain, thunder, and strong winds. About 125 to 150 Bell phones appear out of service, with more possibly affected, yet officials expect the network back to normal by noon as operators handled calls amid storm disruptions.
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Bell
Atlanta
Khtnfog
Night Target Practice at Fort Caswell Tests New Bre Control
At Fort Caswell North Carolina on February 1 and 20, coast artillery conducted rapid fire tests using a new bre control system. A 6 inch gun battery fired at a 10 by 24 foot target illuminated by searchlights at ranges from 1700 to 2000 yards, achieving about 30 percent effectiveness. The exercise used heated brecers and aimed to assess cost efficiency and operational readiness for service projectiles.
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Washington
Fort Caswell
Coast Artillery Corps
Satla
Postoffice adds new oversight in latest contracts
In Geanaville, the Postoffice announces a review of upcoming contracts for a local project. Officials confirm supervision by the superintendent and plan to oversee the bidding and execution. Details remain unclear due to fragmentary text.
Anti-Proh Bill Faces House Setback in Key Vote
A stalled repeal measure sectioned by party splits and shifting alliances as Republicans must provide at least three votes to pass the Kleckner repeal. Democratic leaders fear substituting the township and county option would fail in the Senate, while Tomlinson backers press for a stand on that plan. The Tomlinson bill, favored by many, aims to permit town and city option with specified license fees.
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Honan An
Democrata
Durham
Senate
Tomlinson BA
Ren Publican
Tomlinson
Tomlinson Iit
Douglas
Kleckoer
Woldocorifine Sa‘ Joons Incorporated
Riot in New York Leaves One Dead and Three Hurt
A riot at Jacob Greenfield’s tailoring shop on Last Second Street ends with one man dead and three injured as walking delegates from a garment workers’ union clash with employees. Police intervene after a melee using clubs shears and irons. several workers attacked, including Jacob and Walt Greenfield, with Samuel Kann injured and Jacob Graemela reported battered.
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New York
Jacob Greenfield
Last Second Street
Walt Greenfield
Case of W T Jones Given to the Jury
The case of W T Jones charged with poisoning his wife was sent to the jury. The afternoon featured defense and prosecution arguments by Colonel P H Nelson James H Tillman and others. Court attendance was large and public interest high amid expectations of an acquittal.
Anti bucket shop bill clears Tennessee Senate
Nashville February 5, a Tennessee Senate final reading approved an anti bucket shop bill. The measure bans dealing in futures and follows laws enacted in several Southern states.
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Senate
Nashville
Teen
Masonic Temple to Open February 22 for Dedication
The new Masonic temple at the corner of Festures and Cain Streets opens Monday February 22 at 3 PM for public viewing. Grand Master Thomas H Jeffries will convene a special session of the Grand Lodge of Georgia that night with ladies present, as reception committees greet Masonry and visiting bodies in a multi room program of ceremony and decor.
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Another Long Senate Session Over Crum Nomination
A lengthy senate session centered on the nomination of William T. Crum, the Black customs collector at Charlinton, appointed by President Roosevelt. Democrats signaled they would not vote on Crum this session. Senator Tillman continued reading Taft’s reported reconciling speech at Atlanta, with occasional comments and anecdotes. Senators Smith of Michigan and Dixon spoke, focusing on race rather than Crum’s qualifications.
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Wiliam T. Crum
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Taft
Atlanta
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Johnston
Smith
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The Grand Presents Polly of the Circus Engagement
The Grand stages a matinee this afternoon and a final show tonight for the engagement of Polly of the Circus. The run has drawn large crowds and strong audience reaction, marking one of Atlanta's more notable attractions in recent years.
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Atlanta
Orpheum
BC Odaire
Landon
Faiciee
Fool's Land
Mexican Shooting Crash Report Sparks Local Alert
An OCR damaged note outlines a shooting incident in Mexico involving two Mexicans and a passenger. Details are fragmentary but indicate a public safety event with casualties and police response. Further readable facts reference locations, a possible car chase, and official statements pending confirmation.
Strikes at Japanese Stir Calls for Caution in Legislation
A heated debate over Japanese relations and school segregation dominates California politics. The governor notes treaties and protests, while Japanese consulate officials in San Francisco express surprise at the assembly's stance and doubt Senate passage. A Tokyo-sourced letter praises President Roosevelt but urges restraint amid rising tensions.
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Japan
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Bomm
California
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Vna
Takahash
Kota
Japanes
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Senate
Gillett
Roosevelt
Jocad
Kaneko
University of California
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Qure
K. Kane
Watterson Declines Public Appearances After Tragedy
Tarpa Florida February 5 Special veteran editor Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier Journal declares he will never again appear before an audience. He cites the death of his daughter and son as reason and cancels speaking engagements including the Bryan banquet. Bryan is moved by the reading of the letter and Watterson plans to go to his Naples Florida winter home.
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William Jennings Bryne
Henry Watterson
Louisville Courier-Journal
Watterson
President Brown
Bryan
Ita
Naples-on-the-Blutt
Fort Moyers
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