Wilson Nominates Five To Federal Reserve Board
President Wilson names Charles S. Hamlin Paul Warburg Thomas D. Jones W P G Harding and A C Miller to the new Federal Reserve Board with terms ranging from two to ten years. The governorship likely to go to Jones or Hamlin. Senate confirmation expected as regional banks prepare for fall currency operations.
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Washington
National Banking and Currency System
Wilson
Secretary of the Treasury
Federal Reserve Board
Charless. Hamlin
Boston
Paul Warburg
New York
Thomas D. Jones
Chicago
W. P. G. Harding
Birmingham
Ala
A. C. Miller
San Francisco
Jones
Mr. Hamlin
Senate
Hamlin
the Treasury
EK. C. Simmons
St. Louis
Warburg
Harding
Miller
President Warns of Plot to Delay Trust Legislation
President Wilson stated a deliberate campaign aimed at adjournment of Congress and delaying the administration's trust bill. He blamed organized letters and telegrams to business leaders and officials for a psychological low mood and urged use of all influence to passage in the current session.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
Senate
Dusiness
Kickapoos Seek US Protection After Mexico Migration
Two Kickapoo Indians arrived at Eagle Pass from Muzqui Coahuila Mexico saying they plan a temporary camp for seventy five tribe members. They say they migrated from Oklahoma years ago and claim Mexicans raided their ranches leaving them without stock. They seek US protection.
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Eagle Pass
Tex
Muzquite
Coahuila
Mexico
Oklahoma
United States
Surrendered Sword to Strikers in Rome Decree
King Victor Emmanuel III signed a decree marking the retirement of General Aglard who was captured by strikers after recent disturbances and surrendered his sword without resistance.
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Rome
Victor Emmanuel
Aglard
Ambassador Dagama Demands Swift Action in Terrazas Case
Brazil’s Dagama pressed Secretary Bryan via American delegates for the release at Chihuahua of Luis Terrazas Jr a wealthy landowner amid a large ransom demand and repeated death threats from constitutionalists.
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Niagara Walls
Ontario
Dagama
Brazil
Bryan
Chihuahua
Luis Terrazas, Jr
Insurance Rider Approved for Workmen’s Policies in Texas
Insurance Commissioner Collier approved a rider from American Indemnity Company of Galveston to attach to Texas workmen’s compensation policies. The rider, similar to the Aetna version, operates on a participating or mutual basis and will be issued with policies in force in Texas.
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Austin
Tex
Collier Monday
American Indemnity Company of
Galveston
Texas
President Signs Paniwa Toll Exemption Repeal Bill
President signed a toll exemption repeal bill today amid Senate and House agreement. The action clears the measure affecting Paniwa tolls, reflecting congressional support and executive approval.
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Washington
Wilson
Senate
House
Grammar Question Sparks Singularity in Politics
A public debate features a speaker asking about singular versus plural usage. Senator Sorgum comments that his experience suggests the term is singular due to a notable lack of plurality in politics.
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Sorghum
Appeal to Women for Cardus Tonic in Kentucky Ad
Mrs Lissie R Barker of Bud Kentucky urges weak women to try Cardus the womans tonic claiming twelve years of pain dizziness and fainting ended after using the remedy She says she could not sit up but now is healthy and able to do housework The ad appeals to thousands of women and promotes Cardus as a harmless vegetable remedy with nothing but good to offer
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Bud, Ky
Lissie R. Barker
Cardus
The Combination Cradle Scene Rekindles Rumor
A woman recalls seeing her husband in the morning with the baby asleep and a bottle nearby. The other responds that it was merely rock and rye, implying a casual or mistaken interpretation of the scene.
Tetterine touted as universal cure for skin diseases
A 19th century advertisement extols Tetterine as an absolute remedy for eczema, ringworm, erysipelas, infant's sore head, and other itching skin conditions. The dealer claims instant relief and permanent cures after thirty years in the drug trade, with endorsements from Boland B Hall and J T Shuptrine of Savannah. Available 50 cents at druggists or by mail order.
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Bel Boland
Hall
Macon
Teal
J. T. Shuptrine
Savannah
Aa. v
Described Gabe What kind of a fellow is Tite phist
Steve notes Tite phist is the type who charges interest when lending moral support. The Cincinnati Enquirer sketches a sharp, wry portrait.
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Gabe
Steve
Port Antiseptic Healing Oil Promises Cure All Sores
Advertisement proclaims Dr Port Antiseptic Healing Oil cures old sores regardless of duration. Claims relief for burns and wounds with quick healing and various price points.
Unknown man returns from New York in brief visit
Fragmentary dialogue notes a man’s unclear status in New York and a brief departure. The text suggests uncertainty about his staying longer in the city and indicates a short departure rather than a prolonged stay.
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New York
Temptation Too Great For Bremen Boy Over New Baby
Three year old Edwin Prior of Bremen Long Island proudly announces his baby sister is “all mine.” A neighbor offers toys money and a motor boat for the child, but Edwin declines until the final offer, and then agrees to trade for the boat to lobstering this summer.
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Edwin
Mohegan
Will
Kennebec Journal
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Heal Tetter on Hands
A testimonial from Stene Misa Kilen in Tudor Virginia describes severe hand tetter cured by Cuticura Soap and Ointment. The ad claims complete recovery after trying various creams, offering free samples with the $2 Skin Book and address to Cuticura Dept L Boston.
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Crits
Cstenee
Misa Kilen' Tudor
Dept. L
Boston
Puzzled Wallis Encounters Ice Cream On Beef
Wallis and his father visit a restaurant where pie a la mode appears as a dessert then as a beef dish. The boy rails at the irony and marvels at the gastronomic versatility of the language.
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Wallis
Nore
Wallie
Not of American Origin Story Concludes in Tragic Fashion
A historical note argues that sudden death notices predate American journalism, tracing the motif to biblical times. It cites I Chronicles 16:12 and parallels a king Asa who seeks physicians instead of the Lord, ending with his death. The piece links ancient and modern storytelling devices.
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Willie Jones
America
Asa
Bhake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Wass Ad for Foot Powder
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Wass antiseptic powder for tired and swollen feet. Claims relief, comfort, and easier dancing, urging readers to avoid substitutes and send a payment and address to Allen’s in Le Roy, New York.
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Allen
le Roy
The Real Things and Mrs Uplift Debate Reform Methods
The Real Things quips on sweeping reforms while Mrs Downrice suggests elbow grease with a broom as the practical method. The exchange reads as a light, domestic take on broad reform ideas.
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Madam
Plies Cured in 6 to 14 Days
An advertisement promises PAZO OINTMENT cures for Itching Bleeding or Protruding Piles within 6 to 14 days with a money back guarantee. It claims initial relief from the first application and urges trust in product claims.
Electricity cure for rheumatism fails to convince Mrs Carter
Mrs Carter, skeptical about electricity as a cure for rheumatism, eagerly listens to her sister Ellen describe a promising remedy. Ellen recalls a prior lightning incident and doubts linger about the treatment’s effectiveness.
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Mrs. Carter
Carolina
Mra
Careter
Flick By
Not an official drug label but old ad blurb
The fragment mentions a prescription and a price of 25 cents advertising a fever remedy. It includes a joke about a baby brother learning to talk with phrases spoken and unseen, ending with a humorous line about unfamiliar words.
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Jamie
Pen Versus Sword Quip Echoes in Debate
The exchange asks if a fountain pen user could be considered armed, contrasting the saying The pen is mightier than the sword with a quip about concealed weapons. The dialogue plays on wit and legality.
Hicks CAPUCINE Relief Claims For Headaches Cold
An advertisement touts Capucine as easy to take relief for headaches and colds. The copy seems aimed at general readers, with a playful aside about weight classes and personal use.
Borlet Clashes Over Metaphor Use in Banter
In a playful quarrel, Borlet scolds Tes for mixing metaphors while dismissing Tes’s opinion. The exchange highlights a humorous tension over language and style.
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Borlet
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Bright
Dean
J. B. Ward
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Doan
Fostermm Burn CO
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Ameness
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Ailey
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Harold Gomers
DeKalb Ave
Brooklyn
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Magazin
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Wilvor
Parker
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Memphis, Tenn
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