Dr Cook recalls polar voyage amid praise aboard ship
Dr. Cook, aboard the Roosevelt after Copenhagen, recounts his pole journey and alleged Peary clashes over depot records. He notes Eskimos aided the expedition, dismisses claims of error, and describes life at sea, encounters with polar bears, and reception by Danes and passengers.
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Dr. Cook
Harry Whitney
Cook
Roosevelt
Peary
Copenhagen
Benjamin Trueblood
Boston
American Peace Society
Cape Race
New York
Peary Quizzed by Press at Battle Harbor
After a week at Battle Harbor Labrador Commander Robert E Peary on the Arctic steamer Roosevelt resumes southward travel to Sydney. He met Captain Dickson of the Tyrian and posed for cameras before answering a broadside of questions from newspaper correspondents ashore near the fish house on the wharf.
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Battle Harbor
Labrador
Roosevelt
Robert E. Peary
Sydney
Peary
Dickson
Tyrian
Roosevet
Curing Rupture Appliance Ad Reaches Readers
CC E Brooks of Marshall Michigan promotes a rupture cure device after thirty years of experience. He offers a free illustrated book, trial send on receipt of a coupon, and lists cured patients’ letters as proof. No salves or harnesses used, slogan promises instant relief when others fail.
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CC. E. Brooks
Marshall, Mich
Brooks
Brooks Bldg
Letters on Cook Peary rivalry spark reader interest
Readers respond to the Peary Cook controversy with letters published this morning and more to come. Officials note many readers are engaged and invite further opinion submissions.
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The
Post
Pearys Jealousy Hurting Navy in 1909 Letter
A 1909 letter from D. G. Bessy of Haverhill protests Lieutenant Pearys jealousy of Dr. Cook. The writer states Pearys sensitiveness is harming him and discounting the navy, urging scrutiny by the Post.
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Cook
Peary
Dr. Cook
Bessy
Haverhill
Cook and Peary in the Arctic Feud
A letter writer defends Peary and attacks Dr. Cook's credibility, arguing Cook's claims are haphazard and untrustworthy while Peary is honorable and has labored for years. The writer cites the McKinley affair as evidence Cook cannot be trusted and signs from Alton, New Hampshire.
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Dr. Cook
Commander Peary
Peary
Cook
Thinks Peary Can Prove All Charges
A defender asserts Peary will prove his pole claims and that Dr. Cook misstates facts. The writer expresses unwavering confidence in Peary after decades pursuing the pole and contends Cook’s accusations aim to rob Peary of honors, claiming Peary’s assertions rest on solid foundation.
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Peary
Mr. Peary
Dr. Cook
Pole
Cook
Cochrane Denies Predicting 90 Cent Butter
Geo A Cochranes letter to the editor denies predicting 50 cent butter and clarifies remarks on butter prices. He says the newspaper misrepresented him, stating the market may rise or fall and he made no firm prediction. He demands an exact verbatim publication of his letter.
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Geo. A. Cochrane
Boston
Mass
Boston Post
Geo
A. Cochrane
Butter Price Outlook From The Globe Market Column
The Globe notes market chatter about butter prices through winter but says 75 cents a pound is unlikely. Western butter remains attainable with print butter at 40 cents and other grades from 31 to 35 cents, while milk scarcity supports higher prices but avoids extreme spikes.
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Evening Globe
Peary in Battle Harbor Lecture on Polar Quest
Commander Peary addresses newspaper men and locals in Battle Harbor Labrador sharing polar exploration insights. He compares Arctic and Antarctic work, recalls Christmas and Fourth of July celebrations in the far north, notes a silk flag from his wife, and discusses a 1500-strong reception with banquet plans and fundraising gifts.
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Peary
Commander Peary
Battle Harbor
Labrador
North Polar
Antarctic
Arctic
South Pole
North
Sir William MacGregor
Newfoundland
Roosevelt
Woman Will Let Men Settle Rivalry at Waldorf
Mrs Frederick A Cook wife of the explorer arrived in Manhattan with two children. She declared the dispute with Mr Peary to be settled by men alone and said she would not discuss the matter further, staying with her husband at the Waldorf Astoria.
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Dr. Cook
Wabvinal Constipation Remedy Claim Ad
An advertisement claims Wabvinal Constipation can be permanently overcome by personal effort with the Loxalive remedy. It describes syrup containing senna to form daily habits and notes remedies should aid rather than replace natural functions, urging purchase from California Manufacturer and widespread druggists at half price per bottle.
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California
Swiss scientist endorses Cook North Pole claim
Dr. DeQuervain, head of Switzerland’s Greenland expedition, arrived in Zurich after testing Dr. Cook’s figures and narrative. He states he is convinced Cook reached the North Pole, following his first European meeting with Cook since the explorer’s Greenland return.
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Greenland
Dr. Cook
North Pole
Ry DeQuervain
Cook
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