Turkey's first tariff law outlined amid war limits
Constantinople reports Turkey moves to set a tariff schedule aimed at boosting revenue while shielding agriculture and industry. Duties range from 10 to 15 percent on most items, with higher rates up to 100 percent for few goods, a small free tier covers educational supplies and agricultural machinery in the effort to revive the economy after protracted foreign influence and war.
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Constantinople
Turkey
Germany
England
France
Laivernment
DAL
Dr Bs
Hammond Torpedo System by Hammond Challenged by War Effort
In a July American Magazine profile, John Hays Hammond Jr showcases a wireless torpedo guidance system tested from Gloucester. The device, a surface craft carrying 1090 pounds of explosive at 50 mph, could be steered by radio commands, prompting War Department interest after demonstrations.
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John Hays Hammond, Jr
Hammond
Gloucester
War Department
Chinese Agitator Seen in Japan Amid South China Ties
Tokio reports increased agitation among Chinese revolutionaries in Japan after the arrival from the United States of a revolutionary leader. Gen Hwang appeared aboard the Shinyo Maru at Yokohama, prompting intense interview attempts by Japanese reporters who could not locate him. Authorities later speculated Hwang Hsing was removed before docking.
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Ber
Hwang Haing
Japan
Hwang Hsing
Tokio
China
Sun Yat Sen
Shanghai
Canton
United States
Revolutionary Lander
Hwang
Shinyo Mart
Yokohama
Yoksham
Waittng
South China
Eithough
Yokohama Bay
Hughes Family Photo Labels Candidate’s Grandson
A caption identifies C E Hughes 3d as the candidate’s grandson. It notes Hale’s photograph of Charles Evans Hughes 8 on Hiverside Drive in New York City, describing the child as about a year old with a younger sibling. The piece ties the image to the Republican presidential hopeful.
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Hale
Hiverside Drive
New York City
Charles Evans Hughes
Charles E. Hughes, Jr
Muirhead Cleared of Manslaughter Charge in Stratford
Special to The Farmer Stratford June 19 William F H Muirhead contractor of Nichols was found not guilty of manslaughter after a Stratford town court trial. The case stemmed from the death of laborer Frederick Salvo struck by Muirhead’s car on May 27 as Salvo worked in front of the Westogue Country Club. Judge Curtis presided with defense arguing no warning and no criminal negligence. the prosecutor saying no negligence shown. Witnesses included Miller Wilcoxson Fabrizio Rocario and Beivo. The courtroom drew Stratford’s prominent citizens.
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Stratford
William FH. Muirhead
Nichols
Howard M. Curtie
Curtis
Neill Muirhead
Bridgeport
William
Muirhead
Tomlinson
John J. Phelan
Frederick Salvo
Szabo
Salvo
Gas Light Co
Weatoeue Country Club
Columbia Farms
Carl A. Foster
Superio
Honorary Degrees Conferred at 54th Middletown Commencement
Nine honorary degrees were awarded at the 54th Middletown annual commencement held in the Methodist Episcopal Church. Recipients included Nicholas Murray Butler and Harry E Hutchins for Doctor of Laws, Rt. Rev. E Campion Acheson and several clergy for Doctor of Divinity, and George S Godard and Albert B Meredith for Master of Arts. Luncheon speakers included W A Jones, President Hutchins, and President Butler, with campus illumination and fraternity reunions planned for the evening.
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Middletown
University
Nicholas Murray Butler
Columbia University
Harry E Hutchins
University of Michigan
E. Campion Acheson
Connecticut
Fred Winslow Adams
New York City
William H.kira
Brooklyn
N. J
Lewis M. Lewanbury
Albany
Wilbur V. Mallalieu
Summit
George S. Godard
Albert B. Meredith
Pisinfield
New Jersey
Methodist Episcopal Church
W. A Jones
Newark
W. J
Harry B. Hutchins
Nicholas Murray Butter
Columbia
Trinity College grads cap 50 with four degrees
Hartford June 19 Alumni Hall at Trinity College held the 0th commencement with a class of 50 receiving four degrees and seven honorary degrees. Gov Samuel W McCall of Massachusetts received a Doctor of Laws honor while a guest at the college since Saturday. A fire later caused $50000 damage to the Southard Robinson Stove plant at Peekskill New York. France and Germany agreed on regular bread and clothes distribution to French prisoners in Germany.
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Hartford
Trinity College
Samuel W. McCall
Massachusetts
Southard-Robinson
Peekskill, N
France
Germany
Bridgeporters To Raise Fund For East Prussian Relief
More than 600 attended a State Street Casino lecture by Dr. Fagen Kuehnemann of Breslau on funds to reconstruct East Prussia after Russian devastation. He cited 34 cities and 607 villages destroyed, with losses of 185000 horses and 600000 chickens and 15000 taken away. 10000 plus deaths by exposure and disease. The drive aims to create a “Little America” in Kret Reenit, naming American streets. Receipts surpassed $1000, and plans for German Day on August 14 with a Riverc liff park parade were announced, with 4000 to 5000 expected.
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Peranns
State Street Casino
Fagen Kuehnemann
University of Breslau
Germany
Hargsad
Wisconsin
Keuhnemann
East Prussia
German Empire
Prussia
Kuehnemann
Kret
Reenit
Ragnit County
Milford
Norwalk
Westport
Bridgeport
America
Tunis Autos
Nhe
Chiis
New York
Veal Pilin
Wren Webbit
England
Rivercilff Park
Semi Centenary of War Between Present Allies
A historical overview marks the 50th anniversary of the 1866 Austro Prussian War. The piece traces the Danish conflict, Bismarck’s diplomacy, and the decisive battles at Gits, culminating in Prussia’s victory and Austria’s expulsion from German affairs. It notes Prussia’s rise under William I and Bismarck, and wider European repercussions.
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Prussia
Austria
William I
Struggie
Bismarck
Denmark
Schleswig
Holstein
Lel
Hapsburgs
Germany
Italy
Diet
Saxony
Hanover
NASA
Hesse Cassels
Frederick William
Frederick Charles
Bittenfield
Atarshi Bene- Gek
Benedel
Francis Joseph
Bate
Thia
Une
Wilam
Count Bramarck
von Muntke
Toon
House of Hohengollern
Benelel
Badows
Bistrix
Euhemia
Elbe
Bitterifield
Danube
Vienne
Bavaria
Wurtembers
Baden
Hesse
Hapsburg
Archduke Albert
Custorea
Tegetthoff
Lissa
Strugege
Prangess Joseph
Venetia
Willam Sna Fismarck
Europe
Gnemany
Henry
How Police Spot Your Car by Facial Features
A fragmented note cites a 19th century study claiming police use facial characteristics to identify vehicles. It references a Homicide Scanner Monthly and describes comparing car features such as ventilator patterns to distinguish similar autos.
Djer-Kiss Powder Sale Includes Free Sachet Gift
The Smith-Murray Co offers a free dainty lingerie sachet with every 50¢ box of Djer-Kiss Face Powder this week. The fragrance is described as charming and unusual, and a trial of Djer-Kiss preparations is urged to prove their superiority. Tatlet Counter.
Hosiery Sale Offers Silk and Lisle Hose in Varied Colors
Hosiery section lists Ladies Silk Hose in black or white priced at 1.00 and 0.50 for fibre silk options. Styles include knee‑length and ribbed top lisle hose with multiple color choices. Children's silk lisle and cotton hose offered in black, white, or lan options at 15 cents to 25 cents.
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Ipswich Lisle
Underwear Sale from Fine to Extra Large Ladies
A vintage catalog snippet lists Underwear Section items including Ladies' Union Suits in pink or white silk tops with lace cuffs, ribbed varieties, and extra large sizes. Prices range from 29 to 69 cents, plus Children's pants and vests in mercerized lisle cotton and fine ribbed fabrics with similar sizing.
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Ladies’ Union
Icseeeseee Ees
Patrolman training on car recognition and alarm networks
The article describes patrolmen learning to identify cars by face, profile, and rear, using mudguards and other parts for rapid elimination. It notes benefits over drivers, cites Sherlock Holmes methods of observation and deduction, and mentions city alarm outlets broadcasting stolen or wanted vehicle descriptions to aid law enforcement.
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Tie
Sherlock Holmes
Mare
Sammarsh
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Reesian
Berlin
Siszek
King Willlam
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Dresden
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