Blondin feats and royal watchers mark an age
The article recalls Blondin walking a gorge on a rope fifty four years ago, noting his pole and rope weights and later feats by Maria Spelterina. It also profiles Senator John Sharp Williams of Mississippi, his politics and ambitions for an Anglo American republic, plus brief notes on Francie Dudley and the Leigh family, ending with a caution about boot blacking risks.
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Blondin
Brondin
Prince Bee
Edward
Maria Spelterina
Jo Oes Webb
Graham
Taylor
John Sharp Williams
Mississippi
United States
Washington
John Sharp
Nicotine
Great Britain
Ireland
Canada
Ustralia
South Africa
United Sates Ae
Williams
Pitt
Jefferson
Franklin
United
Senator Williams
Anglorepublic
Ees
Stemphis
Ten
Kentucky Military Institute
the Unity of the South
University Virginia
Univerity
Deibert
Germany
Francie Dudley
Frauds Charged On Railroads By The Government
Portland, July 30. The government filed suit to forfeit lands held by the Southern Pacific Railroad. About 100000 acres at Stoke are named, with Collis P Huntington Leland Stanford and Charles F Crocker cited as builders of the Central Pacific. The petition claims war-time land grants were misused and that settlers acted as dummies for companies. It seeks lands revert to the state and re sale to settlers at 2.50 an acre, plus an injunction on timber cutting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Southern Pacific Railroad
Stoke
Collis P. Huntington
Leland Stanford
Charles F. Crocker
Central Pacific Railroad
Southern Oregon Improvement Company
Southern Oregon Company
Rheumatism and the Heart Cure Claim
An advertisement warns that rheumatism can settle in the heart and upset valve function. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills to strengthen kidneys and purify blood, claiming relief from rheumatic symptoms, swollen joints, backache, urinary issues, and heart disturbance. Endorsed by F. B. Brill at Stratford avenue and Sixth street.
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Foley
F. B. Brill
Stratford Avenue
Sixth Street
Allan W. Paige of Bridgeport Dies, Noted Politician and Financier
Ansonia Sentinel notes the death of Allan W. Paige of Bridgeport, a prominent figure in both politics and finance. Known for swift project execution and bold initiative, he helped shape Connecticut trolley roads and attracted a wide circle of friends, leaving a legacy of sudden rise and dramatic exit.
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Ansonia Sentinel
Allan W. Paige
Bridgeport
Connecticut
Death of Allan W Paige Highlights Connecticut Politics
Allan W Paige dies, remembered for a forceful figure in Connecticut state politics. He rose from Yale studies on $3 a week to hold roles including doorkeeper of the state senate and multiple terms in the general assembly. He played a notable part in the Brandegee era as a U S senator nominee.
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Allan W. Paige
New London
Allan W. Paige Adieves
Connecticut
Yale
State Senate
General Assembly
United States
Frank B. Brandegee
Paige
Old School Politician Allan Paige Passes In Politics
Allan W. Paige, longtime figure in Connecticut politics, formed a durable alliance with O. F. Fyler and George P. McLean, helped craft the original corrupt practices act, and once pursued the governorship before a split with partners ended his race. He was known as a hard fighter and steadfast friend.
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Allan W. Paige
Connecticut
O. F. Fyler
George P. McLean
Allan W Paige A Silent Leader In Connecticut Politics
Allan W Paige once a dominant Connecticut Republican figure and house speaker faded from public life after losing a gubernatorial bid. A shrewd, steady lawyer of campaigns he quietly faced disappointment, lifting clients from trouble and steering others to aims. His sudden death ended a long familiar public life in Connecticut.
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New Privwin Oerain
Allan W. Paige
Republican Party
House of Representatives
Third House
Mr. Paige
Connecticut
Commuter Activity Highest Around San Francisco
Figures presented at a state railroad commission hearing show San Francisco has the nation’s most active commuter area. In June Southern Pacific ferries and subsidies carried 1,733,191 suburban and ferry riders between San Francisco and Alameda County, while Delaware and Lackawanna carried 1,450,000 to and from New York. Illinois Central shuttled 1,269,744 to and from Chicago. Including Key Route and Northwestern Pacific Bay ferries, total fares reached 3,298,102.
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San Francisco
State Railroad Commission
Southern Pacific Railroad
Alaméda County
Delaware and Lackawanna Railroad
New York City
Illinois Central
Chicago
San Francisco Bay
Military Inspectors Inspect Fortifications Around San Francisco Bay
Secretary of War Lindley M. Garrison Major General Leonard Wood and Major General John B. Aleshire inspected the extensive fortifications around San Francisco Bay after arriving by motor. They had earlier inspected the Monterey Military Instruction Camp.
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San Francisco
Lindley M. Garrison
Leonard Wood
Army
John B. Aleshire
Quartermaster’s Department
San Francisco Bay
Monterey
Government's Milk Policy Explains Safety Standards
Washington outlines that no absolute bacterial standard exists for interstate milk. The Dairy Division pursues education and field demonstrations to help producers improve cleanliness and profitability, promoting pasteurization as a supplemental safeguard and cooperating with local authorities to prevent unsafe milk crossing state lines.
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Washington, D. C
Department of Agriculture
United States
Department
Bureau of Animal Industry
Department of Justice
Bureau of Chemistry
Pittsburgh
Egg production rankings at international laying contest week thirty seven
Weekly totals show 1852 eggs for the thirty seventh week, down from last week but up 147 from the same week last year. Cumulative second competition surpasses last year by 1,672 eggs to 57,300. Top pen was Colonial Farm of Temple New Hampshire with Single Comb Rhode Island Reds produced thirty ess. Notable pens include W L Sleeger York Pennsylvania with White Leghorns and several listed breeders across England and the United States.
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Jaan
Rhode Island
Colonial Farm
Temple
N. H
W. L. Sleeger
York
Scoville
East Haven
Ingleside Farms Company
Thorndale
A. P. Robinson
Calverton
Frank Toulmin
Esprick
Eng
Edward Camn
Hoghton
Tom Barron
Catforth
Edward Cam
O. A. Foster
Santa Cruz
Cal
W. I. Sleeger
Ene
George H. Schmitz
Chicago
Besprick
Burton BE. Moore
Winsted
Frank A. Jones
Northumberland
Balock and Burrows
Wilmington
Del
Sale
Joseph J. Barclay
Bedford
Pretty Street Dresses Go On Sale By Keller Bros
Keller Bros offers a new line of Ramie cloth street dresses in plain colors for Thursday. The dresses are well made with careful tailoring and are priced to attract early buyers.
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Keller Bros
New Light Law Takes Effect August First for Horse Drawn Vehicles
A new light requirement starts August 1 for all horse drawn vehicles on country roads after sunset. Vehicles must have lights visible at least 200 feet, front and rear, except for springless trucks and hay wagons. Lights may be unlit only on streets lit all night by a city. Fines cap at five dollars for noncompliance.
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Frisco
John
Cincinnati
Kentucky
Ial
United Muminating Co
DR. M. J. Blume
P. O
Zimmer Bros
Golden Hill Street
County Court House
the Fairfield Restaurant
Fairfield Avenue
Elm Street
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