Vermont Granite Output Growth Mentioned in Local Word
A Ham t, Gazette writer compares Vermont and Massachusetts granite production from 1902 to 1906. Vermont shows a 9 percent rise while Massachusetts grows 25 percent, with Vermont’s output underreporting the true monumental work. The piece notes Barry’s payroll and cider drinkers in Vermont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hantwick Gazette
Vermont
Willie Musatolin- Bolte
Ite Clonter
Green Mountain
Barry
United States
Open Sections On Sleeping Cars Contested Law
The piece discusses a Wisconsin ruling striking down a law that let occupants of lower berths force full section openings when upper berths are unoccupied. It argues the decision deprives passengers and implies sleeping car firms profit from chartering whole sections, leaving upper berths unused and cramped for renters.
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Lower Bortheim
Sleeping
Parsons
Unclear excerpt on sale sections and law direction
Fragmentary passage discusses limits on lower berths after upper berth sale and references a Wisconsin law as a potential step forward. The text is garbled with missing context and names, making specific facts uncertain.
Plats for the Next Census and Economic Conditions
Discussion on census plans for 1910 and expected population shifts with possible effects on labor and economic conditions. References President Roosevelt and the idea of race and industrial impact influencing the census.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Veteras
Aoain
Boston
Jingles and Jests Reflect American Song Debate
The piece surveys wartime and immigration topics with a mix of humorous verse and serious reflection, citing the Star Spangled Banner and national identity. It contrasts cheerful tunes with somber critique, noting debates on lyrics and national pride amid cultural change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbin
Oran
Star-Spangiod
The General Pool of Oddball Verse and Society
A collage of fragmented verses and society sketches from Harper's Weekly style pieces. It weaves tales of swimmers, balls, suitors, and social rites, with characters like Katy Jenkson, William Spinks, and Katie’s party, set amid early 20th century newspaper humor.
Tokyo Slums Described as Depths of Degradation
Walter J. Kingsley cites World’s Work reporting Tokyo’s vast slums below Paris and London, where poverty and migration from provinces create a hidden “body politic” of suffering. He notes journalistic norms hide conditions, government suppression of foreign study, and controversial coverage prompting censorship.
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Paris
London
New York
Tokyo
New York East
Lowlon
Korea
Formosa
Japan
Lam
Kokarmin
Toweat and Poornet
Stitaya Diatriet
Walter J. Kingsley
Water near Great Salt Lake Bathing Experience Described
A fragmentary travel notice recounts bathing in Great Salt Lake with steps down to the water and a tingling, buoyant sensation. Readers encounter salt crust on skin as evaporated water leaves white residue and discuss the peculiar resistance and floating effects in the brine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Salt Lake
Cork
Theodore Hook the Greatest Practical Joker of His Day
A profile of Theodore Hook, famed for early genius and vast pranks. From child prodigy to popular author, his tricks ranged from stage props to social mischief, including a gilded eagle hoax and dramatic dinner party stunts. The narrative recalls his audacity and rise, ending with a satire on his notoriety and a noted salary offer from a New York publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Met
Theodore Hook
Theok
Simon
Hotk
Tere
Dioner
Jobo
Pelock
Hhen
Hook
Theodyte
Mauritine
New York Press
Selected His Own Grave Dead Shot Bill Fourd in the Marshes
The tale recounts Dead Shot Bill Fourd riding into Hara City in the seventies to settle a town control dispute with Dave Mils. After brief talk they choose a grave site and, by night, Bill is shot and buried at the site, with the town marshal witnessing the execution and the crowd declaring the verdict appropriate and in line with Hoyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill
Hara City
Dave
Shail
Dara
Greveyant
Bo Long
TS9
Hoyle
Denver Field
Funeral Notice From Boston Clergy
Four prominent Boston clergy discussed coherence and written statements with friends, noting how the method can seem soggy at times. A minister from New Hampshire announced the funeral of the late and much lamented sexom to be held Wednesday at 10 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Gace
Foy Thranes
New Hampshire
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Mistemon
EE Eues James
Setratary Taft
Horald
Sutton
Srecerty
Areca
Lamisville Courier Journal
Tit Yar
Jean Sin
Bres
Cmneus
Wasis
Imereane
Freland
Gilpert
Willian
Bante
Atreia
Ness Howe
Bien
Sotrkhern
Ibs
Hove
Wolf
Henoeyivamnia
Harper’s Wents
Katy Jenkson
Jenkson
William Spinks
Sie White
Rae
Peter Mutt
Betty
Ani Don
Huth
May
Bible
Tod
Miielmanst Times-Dispatch
Allenta
F. H. Rogers, & CO
Barre, VT
Barre
Ben A. Eastman
F. G. Howland
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