Compromise Sought as Lords Amend Home Rule Bill
London reports a last minute effort to bridge the deadlock over the 1914 Irish home rule bill. Lords siders consult with government seeking a compromise to avoid defeat while Commons demands the original measure. Public commentary notes debates over a council and crown colony provisions amid looming royal assent debates.
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House of Lords
House of Commons
Lords
Commons
Ireland
Cuticura Heals Pimples Says Mass Man
A Fall River resident testifies that frequent night itching and red pimples vanished after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. He credits five cakes of soap and two boxes of ointment for complete healing, dated May 1, 1919, with address and promotional note included.
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B. Kabalkin
Spring St
Fall River
Mass
Cutivere
Maldue
Maas
Ast Bintmart Wandbie
Yass
Bob Cuticura
Horses Die After Live Wire Torn Down in Storm
Jeffersonville dispatch reports work horses owned by Mr. Moxsey were instantly killed after stepping on a live wire torn down by a high wind storm that caused three breaks in electric light wires. Witnesses describe near-accidents as T. R. Libbey faced a live wire near Hunt's mill while driving. Another incident notes a school barge overturned during the storm and two others reported in morning trips.
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Jeffersonville
Mr. Moxsey
T. R. Libbey
Hunt
M. S. Hawley
Chicago Negro Population Gained Fast
The census bureau reports Chicago’s Negro population rose 65 49 in the last decade to 109 5M, a 148.5 percent increase. The white population stands at 2,580,104, up 450,037 or 21 percent, with all others totaling 3,007.
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Washington, D. C
Chicago
Census Bureau
Spectacular Fifth Avenue Jeweler Slaying Shocks New York
A jeweler Edwin N. Andrews was slain by three bandits who looted his store in the heart of Fifth Avenue while crowds milled nearby. Police Lieutenant Floyd Horton was mortally wounded while pursuing taxi bandits on 140th Street and Broadway. A third victim, a man about 36, shot dead on 107th Street, left investigators with few clues. The Astor hotel daylight hold up on Broadway remains unsolved amid public criticism of police.
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Fifth Avenue
Edwin N. Andrews
Floyd Horton
140Th Street
Broadway
Horton
107Th Street
Astor Hotel
Excapedd
Andrews
Vigilance calls rise over policing amid holiday crime
Criminals during the holiday season drew alarm from the Sterling Silver Manufacturers' destination to which Andrews belonged. The association drafted letters to Governor Smith and Mayor Hylan protesting police inefficiency and hints were given that a vigilance committee might be formed unless greater safety could be assured.
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Destcration
Andrews
Association
Smith
Hylan
Poslam Vital to Sufferers from Eczema
An advertisement extols Poslam as a short treatment for eczema and skin irritation. It cites soothing effects on inflamed skin and claims benefits for tender, sensitive areas. The copy includes a New York address and asserts wide usefulness for sufferers.
Boston Braves to train in Galveston Texas next spring
Boston will base its spring training at Galveston Texas instead of traveling to small southern towns. The team will work at the Texas league park in Galveston until a week or two before the National League season begins. Barnstorming tours are dropped and only a few games, possibly against the Yankees, may be played on the trip north.
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Galveston
Texas
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New York Yankees
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Columbus
Dartmouth Football Schedule For Next Season Released
New Hampshire college today finalized next season’s grid slate apart from one date. The highlights include a game with the Army at West Point on October 1, a Dartmouth visit to Hanover October 2, Vermont in Burlington October 20, Hat in Lewiston November 5, Colby at Portland November 12, Massachusetts Agricultural College at Durham November 19, Holy Cross in Manchester or Haverhill, and a December 16 game in New York City.
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New Davishire College
Army
W Point
Opt
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Hanover
Vermont
Burlington
Hat
Lewiston
Colby
Watervite
Portland
Massachusetts Agricultural College
Holy Cross
Manchester
Haverhill
Mass
Robber Killed As He Fled In Chicago Hold-up
Two men attempted a robbery at Home Drug company in Chicago. One robber was shot and killed as he fled north on Clark street while a second robber was slain by police. Policeman Conlon was fatally wounded during the confrontation. the female cashier saved the till by locking the cash drawer.
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Chicago
Home Drug Company
Wes Conlon
Randolph Street
Clark Street
Conlon
Voter Registration Changes Announced in Boston
Boston officials announce women must register again to vote next year. A descriptive fee will be filed and registrants must provide height and weight. Due to time limits for recent elections, women were only asked their age. Officials seek additional details to prevent improper voting.
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Boston
Dec
Banish Catarrh Breathe Hyomei for Two Minutes
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a quick cure for nostril congestion and head cold. It claims two minutes of breathing clears a stuffed head and allows free breathing both awake and asleep. Text mentions eucalyptus based formula and suggests use with a Hart Rubber Inhaler. It lists retailers and pharmacy availability.
Eleanor May Guggenheim Weds Viscount Stuart in London
London reports Viscount Stuart heir to the Earl of Castle Stewart married Eleanor May Guggenheim daughter of Solomon R. Guggenheim of New York City. A railway telegraphers and station agents strike called yesterday was averted with several demands granted and others submitted to arbitration.
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Eleanor May Guggenheim
Viscount Stuart
London
Earl of
Castle Stewart
Eleanor May Juggenheim
Solomon R
Juggenheim
New York City
Bohemian Town in Uproar Sparks Martial Law
Prague reports martial law declared at Bruex amid disturbance in Bohemia. The proclamation follows unrest in the town as authorities move to quell protests and restore order across the region. Local officials state security measures are needed to prevent further clashes and protect residents.
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Prague
Bruex
Clash Leaves Six Workmen Dead in Hemia Strike
Six workmen were killed and fifteen wounded after clashes between troops and strikers near Hemia, fourteen miles north of Sante, under Czecho-Slovakian government authority.
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Hemia
Sante
Hayes Healing Honey and Grove's Penetrate Salve Ad
Quick relief for coughs throat and chest cold remedies offered. Hayes Healing Honey promotes stopping coughs and healing throat with a price of 35 cents. Grove’s Penetrate Salve is included with every bottle for chest and head colds and croup.
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