Sidelights on Hur Life in Its Varied Phases
Boston February 13 Special Correspondence reports a row in the Boston school board over John J. Storrow a millionaire philanthropist and P A member who sent a youth to distribute survey cards to evening school pupils asking about birthplace birth date and future plans. Debates cite liberty rights and class, and Storrow disclaims any aim beyond gathering data. The piece also covers grand jury civil service fraud rumors momentum at Bunker Hill monument control debates and Harvard Pocus trading schemes along with Perry murder case whispers about wealthy backers and disappearing witnesses.
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Civil Service Commission
Bunker Hate
Bunker Hill
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Charlestown State Prison
Harvard
Pocus
McNamee
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O. Perry
Perry
Grand Jury
Cambridge
Waverly
Somerville
Waverly Asylum
St. Louis
Atlanta Builders Buy Whole Block in Real Estate Push
Forrest Adair and firm Forrest & George Adair report strong demand from home builders for city property. Ten lots between McDaniel and Smith near Richardson sold quickly under a plan, with buyers intending to build homes at about $1.20 per front foot and add $12,000 in city valuation. A separate sale earlier netted a lady investor a $1,425 profit from a $3,1% cash purchase and subdivision.
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Forrest
Gale
Girardeau & Saunders
Wade Ee Cal
J. Oa “Moora
G. P. Gomlez
Dr. P. L.,mecon
W. G. Johnson
Girardeau’ & Saunders Oe
C. E. Adams
H. W. Ligon
Mrs. K.S. Mart
B. F. Yancey
Beer Jugs Play Role At Royal Banquet Table
Munich reports a State dinner where beer jugs appeared on the royal banquet table between golden stemmed Steins filled with wines and liqueurs. Princes diplomats generals and officials drank beer as heavily as wine and champagne. Prince Regent Luitpolt thanked guests and hinted beer may become a royal tipple.
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ROYAL
Munich
Steis
Luitpolt
King Oscar Grief Stricken Over Son Eugene’s Illness
Stockholm reports King Oscar is dying with grief over the grave illness of his youngest son Eugene born 1865 a colonel in the guards He likely contracted consumption from his sister in law the crown princess who is deeply devoted to finding a remedy for the disease and the future queen of Sweden seeks help for the condition
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Oscar
Stockholm
Eugene
Sweden
Bryan Says He Will Not Seek Democratic Nomination
New York February 14 The Evening Telegram prints an interview with William Jennings Bryan in which he states he will not be a presidential candidate again. He emphasizes he is a plain worker in the Democratic ranks and reiterates his stance. He cites issues such as trust, imperialism, tariff, and money as current questions before the nation and Congress. He notes interest in evaluating potential candidates like Judge Parker, while cautioning against overestimating names such as Governor Garvin of Rhode Island.
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Evening Telegram
Wil Nem Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Eld
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Parker
Court of Appeals
Tam
Hajging
Garvin
Rhode Island
Mew
Will Inspect Local Knights At Atlanta Event
The Atlante' commendery No. 9 Knights Templars holds its annual inspection tomorrow night at the Masonic temple. Prominent visitors include F C Miller of Fort Valley and other grand officers. the order will be conferred by William M Slaton followed by an elaborate banquet for visiting knights and ladies in good standing.
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Masonic Temple
Atlanta
F. C. Miller
Fort Valley
John J. Seay
Rome
R. B. Barron
Macon
John R. Dickey
L.P. Stephens
Joseph C. Greenfield
Order of the Temple
William M. Slaton
Knights of
Piedmont
Atlanta Commandery
James L. Mason
The
Red Cross
W. W. Landrum
A Little Home of Your Own
Advice on home ownership stresses securing a clear title to prove true ownership. Paying rent does not establish ownership, so readers should inspect and verify the title to avoid future disputes.
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Fez
Title Guarantee and Trust Co Empire Building Atlanta
The Title Guarantee and Trust Company announces its Empire Building project in Atlanta. Details indicate development plans, location, and potential financial implications for investors and stakeholders. Further information to follow from company officials.
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Title Guarantee & Trust Co
New York Strangers Shape Local Life Through Societies
Duane reviews how immigrant and sectional societies in New York act as cultural clubs and charity networks, shaping metropolitan life. Dinners, leadership, and philanthropy highlight outsiders’ influence, while local governance remains led by natives or those with long ties to the city.
Atlanta Commandery Leaders Shine in Grand Ranks
Past eminent commanders Joseph Greenfield and John R. Dickey serve in the Georgia Grand Commandery. Notable figures include Thomas F. Jeffries John K R Wilkinson Harry Stockdell Forrest Adair and W M Slaton. The Atlanta commandery is praised for its refined work and flourishing condition.
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Sion Cross
Julius L. Brown
Atlanta
Thomas 4. Jeffries
John KR. Wilkinson
Harry @. Stockdell
Forrest Adair
Joseph C. Greenfield
John B. Dickey
W. M.slaton
Prodigal Conversions Alarm Protestant Aristocracy
Dresden reports a surge of aristocrats embracing Catholicism, alarming Protestant circles. Converts include Count and Countess Schonburg, Countess Quadt, Prince Frederick Waldenburg, Baron Fuchs, General Baron Leonhard and ten children, with one son converting and a daughter entering a convent, plus Count Seebach and Count Nassaurode. Several Protestant nobles are raising their children in the Catholic faith, among them Baron Lauttichs Beth.
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Dresden
Countess Schonburg
Quadt
Frederick
Waldenburg
Fuchs
Leonhard
Seebach
Nasselrode
Afel Baron “Lauttichs Beth
No More Sweets From Tables At Court Functions
London report claims court functions curb feminine habit of stuffing snacks into handkerchiefs. Observed as cover for stealing jewelry and other valuables, with cases of lace, fur, and jewels disappearing. Queen's progress ball anecdote notes a diamond necklace found but never turned in, and likely lost to the Lord Chamberlain's office.
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London
Port Receipts Contest Entry Due By February 20
The notice requires entrants to submit their estimate for the Port Receipts Contest by February 20. postmarks do not count. It outlines the deadline and method, emphasizing timely submission to be eligible.
Chinese Envoys Bring Large Elite Suite to Washington
Washington, February 14. A Chinese news dispatch describes the arrival of Cheng Tiang Lian Cheng with a seventeen member ministerial suite, plus twelve young men destined to study in the United States. The list includes Chen Chao Chang and Shen Ai Sun among others, with ties to Kuang Si and imperial tutelage, signaling prestige and deep ties to China’s governing circles. The article also notes several families of high status and connections to former officials and education. A second item promotes St Kings New Discovery for consumption with a testimonial from Melbourne, asserting life-saving results and offering free trial bottles.
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Pekin University
China
Sir Chong Tung
Suie
Legation
Chen Chao- Chang
Hanlin
Kuang Si
Liang Ching Kui
Shen
Grand Secretariat
Shen Ai Sun
Chang
Hsia Tung Shan
Tung Chih
Li Kuocheng
Tai
Kuang
Li Han Chew
Li Hui Chang
Feng Shen
Ching Ting
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United States
Spain
Peru
Cheng Pao- Hat
Che Kiang
New York
Japan
H. Haggins
Melbourne
Fila
St. King
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