Lewis gun saga and bogus milk bills clash in court
In London a suit seeks 15 million dollars from Britain over the Lewis machine gun supply. Testimony shows Colonel Lewis offered the gun to the U.S. but was rejected. Germany, Austria, Russia, France and Italy deemed him wrong before Britain later adopted the weapon. In Washington, debates over bogus milk and skimmed milk compounds prompt three bills to curb manufacture and sale, with experts testifying on nutrition and safety.
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New sciences for crime detection from August Paris report
Paris reports two new methods in crime detection by Dr. Edmond Locard. Poroscopy records skin pores for identification, using chemical vapor to photograph pore impressions. Graphometry links handwriting size and form to individual traits, aiding forgery cases.
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Parisian Sage Hair Care Ad Claims Quick Results
An advertorial touts Parisian Sage as a cure for dandruff itching and thinning hair. It features a testimonial about nightly scalp application and promises darker, fuller hair in a week. The product is sold by Hindle Flue stores and general drug counters with a money-back guarantee.
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Canal of the Two Seas would master the Mediterranean
French naval experts in Paris advocate a deep sea canal linking Bordeaux with the Mediterranean to rival Britain. The Canal des Deux-Mers would enable rapid ship movement, concentrate forces in war, and grant France naval mastery while reducing reliance on the Entente Cordiale. France would bear the bill of two to three billion francs, arguing the canal would be of first order strategic value even after decades.
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Workings of New State Labor Law in Vera Cruz
Mexico City reports a newly enacted Vera Cruz law allowing workers to share in net profits. A seven member commission audits firms annually, awarding workers at least 10 percent of profits. Critics call it retroactive to Feb 5, 1917 with embargoes and fines for noncompliance. Federal action and similar state measures loom amid strong industry opposition. Spanish plan to buy 80 British planes for Moor campaign also noted.
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Vera Cruz
Obregon
Every state to be represented at national fraternal congress
Chicago and Shanghai reports span across. Chicago hosts the National Fraternal Congress of America Aug 29 to Sept 1 with all states represented. Notable speakers include George S. Kirby and Jesse S. Phillips. Shanghai shows American influence rising with postal receipts up 123 percent in May.
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National Fraternal Congress of America
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Jesse S. Phillips
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Cleveland
National Fraternal Congress
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China
United States
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France Publishes Monthly Air Service Timetable
Commercial aviation in France has grown so vital that a monthly timetable now lists operating air services in France and allied countries. It details departure and arrival times, aircraft types, routes, luggage allowances, rates, and related information.
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