Astor Heiress Remarriage Tied to Titanic Will
The Astor widow faces income and tenancy terms from John Jacob Astor's will after his Titanic death. Rumors swirl around her engagement to William K. Dick of Brooklyn as she raises their son John Jacob Astor IV, born in 1912.
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John Jacob Aator
Misa Madgleine ' 'R, Force
Morning Glory and Honest Verse by George Adams
The excerpt reflects on the limitations of poetry to capture dawns and splendor. The speaker laments failing to describe the morning’s glory with justice, compares himself unfavorably to poets like Milton and Spenser, and notes censorship and self-doubt in attempting elevated themes. Copyright by George Matthew Adams.
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Avon
Hall of Fame
Milton
Spenser
George Matthew Adama
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Ad Claims Safe Use For All Ages
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as free of opium or narcotics and suitable for children and adults alike. It describes the product as excellent for coughs and colds and notes it is obtainable everywhere.
Don’t Let Soap Spoil Your Hair Advice Column
A reader tips on hair care advising against alkaline soaps and shampoos. Use plain coconut oil for cleaning, moisten hair, rub in a teaspoon, rinse well, and let hair stay soft and manageable. Ends with caution about harsh products and urges simple care.
Cross-border war circulars stir in Tamaulipas
Circulars printed in Matamoros claim a US declaration of war against Mexico after American troops crossed near Brownsville. Signed by General E. P. Nafarette, the June 17 memo states a state of war exists and threatens execution for armed Americans in Mexico while unarmed peaceful workers would be protected.
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Tex
Matamorag
Mexico
United States
E. P. Nafarrette
Tamaulipas
Americana
Rio Grande
Rock Island Arsenal seeks machinists and toolmakers
Chicago reports the government arsenal at Rock Island has many open machinist positions, especially in field artillery. Toolmakers are needed at 59 cents hourly. The Illinois Free Employment Bureau in Chicago, led by Charles J. Boyd, may fulfill the demand.
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Chicago
Rock Island
Charles J. Boyd
Illinois Free Employment Bureau
Taft Urges Order and Honor in Mexico Duty
Former President Taft speaks at Plainfield New Jersey on Our World Relationships stressing the duty to support the nation, avoid war, and maintain the country’s honor and security amid fears of disruption from global tensions. In Evansville Indiana the Kentucky and Tennessee National Guard threatens to disrupt the Kitty Baseball League as members answer the call of country. In New York Henry Tauscher, Krupp gun works representative, goes on trial for alleged complicity in the Welland canal bombing plot.
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United States
Mexico
Taft
Tait
Evansville
Ind
Kitty Baseball League
Kentucky and
Tennessee National Guard
Federal Reserve Grows Gold Reserves
Washington reports the total gold reserve of the Federal Reserve system rose about six million dollars during the week ending June 22, with the official statement noting continued strengthening of the central bank's assets.
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Federal Reserve
Washington
Federal Reserve System
Trousers Burn as Motorman Tries to Fix Car
Fire forces motorman John Lynch to halt a trolley car. Flames ignite his clothing while attempting repairs at Harrison New Jersey. He and passengers escape unharmed but crew investigates the incident and controls are checked for safety.
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Lynen
Canshe Gentad
Fog
Ecotec
Hughes Has No Hit Record In Consecutive Innings
Tom Hughes of the Boston Nationals 9 established a consecutive hitless innings streak in relief at Philadelphia. He previously pitched two-thirds against Cincinnati without a hit, then a no hit game versus Pittsburgh, followed by 2 1 3 innings against New York. Saturday he pitched 3 2 8 innings before allowing a hit, totaling 16 2 3 consecutive innings without a hit.
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Slabman
Bingle
Philadelphia
Tom Hughes
Boston Nationals
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Pittsburgh
New York
Philies
Charles Angelo Beck Dies After Noted Railway Career
Charles Angelo Beck of 3200 Lake Park Avenue, longtime Illinois Central figure. He began as a freight clerk at the company’s Dunleith shop, rose to general manager, third vice president, and chairman of pensions, retiring at age 40 and passing away at his home.
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Chicago
Charles Angelo Beck
Lake Park Avenue
Ilnoig Central Railway
Mr. Beck
Iienots Centre
Dunlleth
American Aviator Victor Chapman Slain in Air Battle
Paris reports that American aviator Victor Chapman, attached to the Franco American flying corps, was killed in an air battle after shooting down two German machines. He was the son of John J. Chapman, a New York lawyer.
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Paris
Victor Chapman
FrancoAmerican Flying Corps
John Jey Chapman
New York
Senator Works The California Senator 1
The California Senator 1 confronts calls for avowed intervention as political debate intensifies. Key figures pressure for action while opponents warn against overreach impacting policy and state interests. The piece frames the dilemma through legislative maneuvering and public response.
British Opening Big Gun Action Berlin Front
Berlin report: British artillery activity along the Franco Belgian front from La Bangeo Canal to the Somme continuing all Sunday night. In Verdun north, German defense repelled French attempts to regain lost ground. Paris adds French counterattacks north of Verdun regained some ground and trench fighting near Thiamont redoubt and Fleury. German Deadman Hill region attack repulsed.
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la Bangeo Canal
Somme
War Office
Verdun
Paria
Thiamont
Fleury
Deadman -Hill
Three Patriots Penalized For Tax Slacking
Chicago June 27 Lieutenant Governor Barrett O Hara was penalized 60 percent this year for neglecting to file a personal property schedule. He filed no tax return last year and was assessed on 1200 dollars of personal property, with an extra 800 dollars added for the missing schedule. Colonel Milton J Foreman of the First Cavalry paid no personal property tax last year and was assessed on 3000 dollars of personalty. Federal Judge Kenesaw M Landis also faced a 50 percent penalty for failing to file a schedule, with his assessment rising from 1200 to 1800 dollars.
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Kenesaw M. Landis
Evangelist presents small gold flag to Warsaw National Guard
Warsaw Indiana June 27 Billy Bun day the baseball evangelist publicly backed preparedness and awarded the Warsaw company of the Indiana National Guard a small gold flag valued at 160 dollars at a public farewell before they departed for Fort Benjamin Harrison.
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Billy" Bunday
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Fort Benjamin Herrison
Obregon Proclaims Amnesty If Foes Join Resistance
General Obregon announces a proclamation offering complete amnesty to opponents of the government who join in resisting the anticipated invasion by the United States. The offer was issued from Galveston Texas on June 27.
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Japan and Russia move toward China protection pact
Tokyo reports favorable progress toward an agreement for mutual interests in China. The plan centers on preserving China's integrity, with a forthcoming understanding to smooth relations and balance the alliance of Britain and Sapna, aiming for peaceful settlement and regional stability.
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Russia
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Great Britain
Purdue Track Coach Gate Lafayette Colleague
Purdue track coach in Lafayette Indiana on June 27 faces accusations connected to university federation legislation and cartel inquiry. The brief notes Charles H and Purdue are mentioned in relation to the case and legislative actions.
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Gate Lafayette
Ind
Charles H. Ck
Univer Fed Hia
25 Years Ago Today in town and surrounding notes
June 27 1891 reports McGeehon sold 8000 quarts of strawberries on half a bideck ground at about five cents per quart. Fires, births, and local events follow including a barn struck by lightning killing a horse, a large 4th of July fireworks prep, political nominations at a county convention and various social visits. Also notes on a Griswold game rainout and Alaska trip plans for a local party including U S Senators and lawmakers.
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BR. D. MccGeehon
Hostedo
Bostedy
McConnell
Maddy Franklin
Griswold
Griswold Boys
Red Oak
Campbell
Anita
Wills
Rev
Kirk
Des Moines
B. Mayberry
Pymosa Township
Seasion
Crawford
N.N. Jones
T. W. Brown
Moyer
Henry Heaton
Graham
Wm. Christie
Ambrose Pellett
Glarenca Costello
Henry Palmer
Farm Loans Available at 5 4 4 Percent
Wood and Savery successors to John Hu Wood advertise farm loans at 5 percent and 4 percent rates with various terms. The brief notice invites inquiries from prospective borrowers at their Atlantic City location.
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Call Judges Us
Wood. & Savery
John Hu Wood
Atlantic, Tows, A
Wit
Dandruff Cure Claim Promises Immediate Scalp Relief
A vague advertisement asserts a universal dandruff remedy by applying plain liquid at night to moisten the scalp until all dandruff disappears. The text is garbled but centers on dissolving dandruff completely with a nightly application.
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