Roosevelt Roams Congo For White Rhino Nine Point Eight?
Smithsonian officials praise the African expedition led by Colonel Theodore Roosevelt which left the United States March 23 and finished its active hunting. The latest count lists hundreds of specimens though exact numbers are uncertain. Roosevelt reports heading toward the Belgian Congo to seek the rare white rhinoceros and has unexpectedly bagged eight.
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Washington
Smithsonian Institution
United States
Theodore Roosevelt
Charles L. Walcott
Institution
Roosevelt
Mt. Kenia
Belgian Congo
Bourtseff to be Entertained Here
Plans to receive Vladimir M. Bourtseff, known as the Sherlock Holmes of Russian revolutionists, indicate he will reach Boston February 17 and be entertained that night at a private Cambridge club dinner detailing his revelations about the czarist police.
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Vladimir M. Bourteeff
Roston
Cambridge
Dont Wear A Truss
Advertisement features E. Brooks of Marabbal, Michigan, claiming over 50 years curing ruptures with a novel appliance. He offers a free illustrated book, trial, and price details by mail, urging readers to evaluate hundreds of patient letters and testimonials.
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E. Brooks
Maraball
Mich
C. & Brooks
Brooks Bldg
Marshall, Mich
Fitzgerald Raps Fin. Commission in The Republic
The Republic slams the Finance Commission for praising Mayor Hibbard after months of harsh scrutiny. It accuses the panel of idle meetings and proposes shifting Suffolk county institution costs to Boston Chelsea Revere and Winthrop. It questions chairman Nathan Matthews and notes a perceived shift in the commission’s stance.
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Fitzgerald
the Republic
Finance Commission
Commission
Hibbard
Soldiers’ Relief Department
Boston
Massachusetts
Suffolk County
Chelsea
Revere
Winthrop
Nathan Matthews
Hoboken Negro Girl Wins Public School Prize
Estelle E Gibbs fourteen year old resident of 512 First Street Hoboken wins the first prize gold medal at the Hoboken public school graduating exercises held at the Gayety Theatre. She tops the city with an average of 99 1 3 percent across six subjects. The medal is presented by Mayor Gonzales amid Her 10,000 white pupils and 15 negroes in the system.
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New York
Estelle E. Gibbs
First Street
Hoboken
Gonzales
Eight Hour Day Bill For Minors Backed By Panel
The legislative labor committee plans to report favorably a bill limiting under sixteen to eight hours of work daily. This key measure is pushed by the Massachusetts child labor committee, which testified before the panel days earlier in support.
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Legislative Committee On Labor
Massachusetts Child Labor Committee
Readings Woman Leaves Estate to Preachers Aid Society
The nearly $10,000 estate of Sarah J. Manning of Reading, minus $500, goes to the Preachers' Aid Society of the Methodist church. The will was filed in the Probate Court at East Cambridge yesterday.
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Sarah J. Manning
Reading
Winter Storms Breed Catarrh Health Cautions
Health notes praise winter vigor but warn catarrh dangers during cold days. Personal testimonials from Walter S. Parker and H. E. Houseman claim Peruna cured chronic cough and long standing catarrh after extensive prior treatment. Reading of Peruna led six bottles to lasting relief.
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H. E. Houseman
Richmond Terrace
Port Richmond
Staten Island
New York
Lord Buildeth The City Inaugural Blessing Poem 1910
A Boston 1910 inauguration reflection urges faith in divine will for a nation under strain. The speaker contrasts grand displays with the toil of the poor, invoking the Lord's blessing on labor and city protection, ending with a call that only with God’s help can the city and people endure and prosper.
Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna Endorsed Worldwide
The California Fig Syrup Co. touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a trusted family laxative after thirty years of use. It stresses high quality manufacturing, uniform purity, and the need to buy only the genuine product priced at 50 cents per bottle.
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California Fig Syrup Co
Inquiry Opens Into City Street Lighting Contract Figures
The Finance Commission has begun an inquiry into the figures presented by the special Common Council committee on street lighting. Superintendent Emerson challenged the committee’s criticisms of the Edison contract, disputing the claimed 103.54 per lamp yearly rate, noting a five year deal lowers it to 98.36, as Councilman Moore questions Emerson’s understanding or quoting of terms. Emerson calls the report a jumble of figures as the issue grows only more complex for both experts and the council.
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Finance Commission
Special
Common Council
Emerson
Council
Boston
Charles Moore
Special Lighting Committee
Moison Company
Council Committee
Youth aided by Moran in toils
Edward C. Sinclair, 20, arrested on charges of attempting to obtain goods by false pretences. He previously avoided indictment through a plea backed by his late helper John B. Moran. Sinclair allegedly posed as E. C. Jennings and tried to steal $312 worth of antiques and $680 worth of leather goods from local dealers.
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John B. Moran
Edward C. Sinclair
Moran
Sinclair
E. C. Jennings
Commonwealth Avenue
Dartmouth Street
Hill & Hill
Federal Street
Massachusetts Bonding & Insurance Co Impressive Report
The company reports figures showing rapid growth since its two year existence. It leads all others in premiums written in Massachusetts by about $40,000 and operates nationwide. President T J Falvey notes a favorable stewardship. The firm shows capital of $500,000 and surplus of $206,827.68, with assets of $1,066,118.89, despite high startup expenses.
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Massachusetts
Massachusetts Bonding & Insurance Company
Commonwealth
T. J. Falvey
Massachusetts Insurance Department
Heavier Bonds Sought Against Hall in Southbridge
Feb 4 officials of Southbridge Savings Bank said heavier bonds on John A. Hall former treasurer at large on $50 000 bail will likely be imposed tomorrow. Hall left home for the first time since surrender visiting his father. An exact shortage amount may be released Monday with 200 depositors passbooks verified. Mrs Hall plans to move to Boston with her father as Hall's property and estate are turned over to the bank for depositors.
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Southbridge
Southbridge Savings Bank
John A. Hall
Hall
John Hall
Truman G. Widwards
Boston
Albert W. Martin
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Chicago
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East
Moran IN Toils
Mass. Bonding & Insurance Co
Hiltons
Ilton
America
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Chestnut St
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W.L. Douglas
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