Capitol House Cleaners Work Yearly On Upkeep
An in-depth look at the Capitol’s extensive yearly maintenance led by Superintendent Elliot Woods and foreman David Lynn. The article details routine cleaning painting carpentry plumbing and electrical work across all departments, annual furniture replacement and auctions, kitchen overhauls, and the high standards of cleanliness in basement kitchens and dining areas.
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Capitol
Congress
Elliot Woods
David Lynn
Bower
Mr. Lynn
Washington
Senate
House
New Form of Memorial Shapes Capitol Sculpture Scene
The Kansas City Times notes Borglum’s Sheridan statue as a notable addition to Washington’s outdoor art while criticizing the Jackson statue. It predicts a new era in public sculpture with plans for a Lincoln memorial and future Columbus memorial, urging broader national patronage of the arts and stronger federal leadership. A second tale recalls a New York Telegraph quip about two colonels sharing a drink for one, and reports on new ambassadors Herman de Lagercrantz and Count Carl von Molxé arriving in Washington alongside their wives.
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Capitol
Kansas City Times
Borglum
Gen. Sheridan
Andrew Jackson
Washington
Sheridan
Grant
Columbus Memorial
United States
Congress
National Capital
Washington Star
Europe
Boston
Herman de Lagercrantz
Sweden
Count Carl von Molxe
Denmark
Cornelia Thayer
Thayer
Massachusetts
Dancing Expected in White House
The article notes Mrs. Taft, wife of the president elect, is known for dancing and may revive a White House tradition. It contrasts leaders who dance, including the Kaiser and King Edward, and argues dancing would add to official life. Mrs Taft’s travels and knowledge of foreign customs are highlighted as supporting this view.
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Taft
White House
Kaiser
Edward
Washington Awaiting Bud Williams Backed by Leiter Influence
Washington buzzes over Miss Williams with rumors she has strong support from Mrs Joe Leiter. Leiter, a stylish figure and host to the old Leiter estate, is noted for her titled connections and influence in the social scene this year.
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Washington
Almond Cakes and Decor Stir Interest in Chinese Stores
Mrs. Wu, wife of Wu Ting Fen, popularizes seiwin almond cakes and almond wine as refined table features. Almond flowers are used as decor though real stems are scarce, so artificial decorations are commonly obtained from Chinese stores for display and celebration.
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Wu Ting
Seiwin
Wax extraction methods and high school study in Fitchburg
The article compares solar steam and pressure under water wax extraction methods used by bee keeper F C Alford, finding pressure with water and sulphuric acid as the most efficient. It also covers Fitchburg Mass high school plans where students alternate weeks in shops and classrooms, learning metal trades through factory work.
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Colorado
F. C. Alford
Colorado Station
Alford
Joseph G. Edgerly
Fitchburg Public Schools
Fitchburg
Edgerly
John G. Thompson
Massachusetts State Normal School
Uncle Sam To Guide Warships With Wireless Network
Washington plans reveal a future all world wireless system linking US stations from Washington to Hawaii Guam Samoa and the Philippines with ships across the Pacific and beyond. Admiral Cowles says the system will let the White House direct fleets day or night, even in peace, with a naval experts optimistic view of a practical all world network.
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Washington
William ‘& Cowles
Equipment Bureau of the Navy
Cowles
Uncle Sam
White House
United States
Pacific
Philippines
Stars and Stripes
Hawaii
Guam
Samoa
North Atlantic Ocean
North Pacific
South Pacific
Indian Ocean
Navy Department
Birthplace of Daniel Webster Found in Franklin New Hampshire
Boston reports visitors to Franklin New Hampshire discover the birth site marker for Daniel Webster. The original house sits across the street, moved and altered to serve as part of another building. A notable elm tree at the site remains a point of pride from Webster’s boyhood.
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Daniel Webster
Daniel
Webster
Pertinent Definition of Athletic Pain Inquiry
A reader asks about athletic pains and a clarifying response suggests a near one ranking of emphasis. The exchange hints at a playful, dialogic approach to understanding physical strain in sports.
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Wwecrre
National Hotel
Vyetewanator
Col. Calhoun
Col. Boone
Boone
Calhoun
Kaintuck
New York Telegraph
F.C. Alford
New York
Mass
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Carl H. Hansen
Madison
Wisconsin
Bee Culture
Hansen’s Extracting House
Sosech
G. Edgerly
Franklin, N.H
Bowlder
Wester
Franklin, N. H
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