Tobacco trust prices and trolley line proposals spark debate
The piece examines the tobacco trust’s pricing after tax changes, noting that consumer prices did not fall with tax cuts and highlighting burdens on jobbers and retailers. It also discusses proposed trolley routes from Princeton to Athens and Bluefield, advocating an electric line to coal regions, plus naval buildup trends and light social observations.
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Athens
Bluefield
Ambition, politics, and golf in humorous columns
The magazine quotes Mr. Thomas L. Hisgen now a Democrat hoping the solid south backs a radical Democrat for a leadership role. Washington reports suggest presidential prestige may improve a man’s golf, though not for all aspirants. Admiral Uriu claims the United States and Great Britain taught the Japanese how to fight, a point some may call a misstep.
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Washington
Uriu
United States
Great Britain
Bishop Grafton's Golden Jubilee Celebrated in Fond du Lac
In Fond du Lac Wisconsin a large cathedral crowd and church dignitaries gathered to mark the sacerdotal jubilee of Rt Rev Charles C Grafton bishop of Fond du Lac. The celebration included a pontifical mass, a garden party, and a Greek play by Graf ton hall students. Born in Boston in 1830 he later founded the Missionary Priests of St John the Evangelist. He once belonged to the Cowley Brothers but left when named a bishop. He is noted for his distinctive clerical dress in the English style.
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Webb
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White
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Anderson
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Marquette
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Cowley Brothers
England
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America
William Tell Flour Promotes Absolute Cleanliness
An advertisement extols William Tell Flour as absolutely clean with proof that a bag contains only pure flour. The copy claims microscopic and chemical tests show no impurities, asserting unrivaled wholesomeness.
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William
City judge denounces boycott in heated courtroom exchange
Judge Gray demanded signed statements from Scranton grocers on food price claims and blasted the boycott as cowardly un American and indefensible. The exchange highlighted fear among merchants and strong support for labor unions, with the judge vowing to expose the boycott nationwide.
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Scranton
Tag Day in Savannah Aims to Raise Awareness on Tuberculosis
About 15 000 Savannah residents were tagged today by the YWCA and Circle of King's Daughters for the American tuberculosis exhibition. Volunteers passed tags across the city while some offered cash, which was refused, and all telephone subscribers were invited to attend. In Richmond Va overexertion at a grave resulted in the death of James F Voss during a funeral, as workers replaced sod after the coffin was lowered.
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Young Women's Christian Association
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Hannover County
John Woodfolk
Vuss
Verdict on manslaughter ends case with two year term
The jury took one hour to reach a verdict of voluntary manslaughter, sentencing the defendant to two years in the penitentiary. A motion for a new trial was argued today. Mrs. Campbell testified she acted in self defense after Amos attempted to shoot her.
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Amos
Tailor Notes Beauty of Lower Limb
The London Tailor and Cutter proclaims the lower limb below the knee beautiful and questions why men should be ashamed of their past, while the New York Herald mocks the sentiment.
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London
New York Herald
Sunday Plans and Motor Gift Proposal
On Saturday a dialogue presents a couple planning if the weather is good. One proposes taking the other out in a new machine valued at $3,500. If the day is not nice, the alternative is to go the day before.
His Distribution
A Washington Star quote frames a rural joke about a member of Congress noted for stubborn arguments and seeds that won’t sprout, attributed to farmer Dern.
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Farmer Dern
Washington Star
It Had to Happen in Balkans War Theater
A sensational wartime note from a correspondent describes media coverage of Balkan conflict. A female correspondent faces a theatre of war situation and refuses to remove her hat, provoking debate on reporters in danger zones.
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Balkans
The Language of Love Proposals Through Sighs and Hums
A light dialogue on romance contrasts direct questions with the elusive language of love. The exchange asks if a proposal has happened, noting that true commitment often arrives as nonverbal signals rather than spoken words.
Joyville Glee Club Leader Noted At Party
A guest at a party remarks on a gloomy looking man speaking with the hostess. Aiom identifies the man as the leader of the Joyville Glee Club, noting the recognition surprised the observer.
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Upgerdson
Grasshoppers Scarce Challenge for School Lesson
Johnny struggles with today’s lesson as the teacher demands six grasshoppers for tomorrow’s class while the insects remain scarce.
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Johnny
Receiver Named in J. C. James Case at Hinton
A receiver was named in Hinton West Virginia to manage the business of J C James a pioneer merchant. Assets are listed at 120000 with liabilities at about 60000 The action arises from a personal endorsement of a mining company note The receiver's appointment does not affect William James Sons Co.
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W. Va
J. C. James
William James Sons Co
Whistling Girls and Crowing Hens Enter Vaudeville
A Progressive Era note reports that acts once deemed outcasts, whistling girls and crowing hens, now find money in Vaudeville performances. The snippet reflects changing entertainment norms and economic opportunities for stage acts.
Dilger's Red Lot Ad Sells Suits At Special Prices
An old classified ad promotes Welsh rabbit and jewelry lines at Dilger's. It highlights 300 New West Suits priced at 5.00, special for this week 3.25, plus prompt repair services with guaranteed workmanship.
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Sam
Judge Gray Gives Views On Boycott
Scranton Pa June 9 Judge Geo Gray of Delaware chairing the arbitration board seeking to avert a street workers strike amid rising tensions and potential labor action.
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Gray
Scranton
Geo Gray
Delaware
Body Found Petrified in Buckingham County Burial Case
Workmen disinterring a Buckingham county lady’s body to relocate her coffin found an unusually heavy casket weighing about 600 pounds. Upon opening it, the body showed complete petrification with a pink tint on each cheek, a remarkable and rare feature for a long-buried remains. The article notes the deceased belonged to a respected local family.
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Concord
Buckingham County
Pittsburg Police Veteran Martin Morgan Dies at 60 Years
Former Pittsburg policeman Martin Morgan, who served nearly fifty years and refused to reveal his age, died six hours after a doctor said he could no longer make his daily trip to the police station. He was buried today despite being relieved from duty two years ago.
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Pittsburg
James
Martin Morgan
Rail Road to Reopen Pittsburg Yards and Shops
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company plans to reopen all yards and shops east and west of Pittsburg that were closed last year due to low business. Some yards already authorized to reopen because of increased tonnage, with more to follow soon.
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Pittsburg
Pennsylvania Railreid Company
Trial of Mrs Campbell Begins in Buena Vista
Buena Vista Virginia June 9 The trial of Mrs William Campbell charged with killing her brother in law W A Amos last April began here Monday
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Vista
William Campbell
W. A Amos
Trouble Makers Ousted By Dr King New Life Pills
A sufferer with stomach trouble credits Dr King New Life Pills for relief from dyspepsia and indigestion. He reports stronger appetite, nerves, and vigor as stomach liver and kidneys begin to function better. 25 cents at all druggists.
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Dr. King
Dilger's in headquarters for artistic engraving Red Lot
A note places Dilger's at a central headquarters for engraving work in the Red Lot dated 6 8 31. The text highlights the Telegraph Want Ads as a reason many readers use the one cent column.
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Red Lot
Daily Telegraph
Telegraph
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