The Spanish Policeman: A Portrait of Three Varieties
Tart Kennedy in London recounts encounters with three types of Spanish police. The Andalusian constable appears courteous yet formidable with a pistol to the head, while the Guardia Civil is stern and austere, enforcing order despite meager pay. In Catalonia the local police are alert and intrusive, contrasting with the gentle Andalusian image.
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London
New York
Fle
Guardid ¢Iyil
Xtardia Civil
Bandeleros
Spain
Guardia Elvil
Poliiceman
Andalusia
Hni
Appeara
Adalus
Times of Old
Roma
Catalonia
Andavista
Labor Points The Way In Progressive Thought
The Labor Clarion cites organized labor as the leader in progressive ideas and advocacy for legislation to aid victims of unfair conditions. It argues labor will persist in arousing the public to action, shaping opinion, and pushing toward a square deal for the under dog.
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Organized Labor
Uiis Eiutry
Empgt
Vitar
Ima
European Farm Labor Colonies And Their Social Role
The article surveys European approaches to labor colonies for alcoholics and disabled workers. It notes Holland’s century-old private colony, England’s government and Salvation Army projects, and Germany’s thirty two colonies. It argues proper separation of willing workers matters, and highlights cost offsets through reduced reliance on workhouses and infirmaries.
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Great Britain
Holland
England
National
Salvation Army
Germany
Women Save City in Siege of Rebel Nobleman
An emperor besieged a city held by a nobleman in revolt and planned to burn it. He announced that women could depart with their most valued possessions unscathed. The nobleman’s wife and other women carried their husbands out of the gate, and the emperor, moved by their gesture, spared the city and left it untouched.
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Nobseman
Delicious Supper Dish Swiss Eggs Bake with Cheese
A simple Swiss eggs dish layers butter in a baking dish, tops with American cheese, follows with four eggs, pepper and salt, and a rich cream pour. Bake briefly, garnish with parsley and serve with dried toast and gingered toast.
Value of union membership promotes welfare and fairness
A discussion by J J Cahill extols trade unions as the main means to uplift wage earners, improve physical and moral conditions, and secure fair wage scales. It notes unions defend workers from wage instability, allow earnings above minimum scales, and foster mutual support while acknowledging occasional flaws and the need for arbitration in settlements.
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J.J. Cahill
American Federationist
Olvieis
Noone
Vnions
Kense
New York Ladies Tailors Strike For Short Week And Wages
More than 8000 members in 1200 shops walked out for a new wage scale. The union includes 8000 women and 7000 men, with 6500 men among the strikers this time. Demands include a forty eight hour week with Saturday half holiday, pay from 17 to 27 dollars weekly in first class shops and 15 to 24 dollars in second class shops, no work on legal holidays and pay for three holidays.
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Ladies’ Tailors’ Union
New York City
Trade Union Notes Across Regions
Rene Pepe E deleted Philadelphia painters seek 45 cents per hour, up 5 cents. Scottish miners gain 18 cents a day. The Cigarmakers International union label now legalized in 31 states. The dynamite case appeal moves to the US Court of Appeals in Chicago. Philadelphia government workers strike costs manufacturers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Ten thousand miners in district 18 across Colorado, New Mexico and Utah strike for recognition. San Francisco Barbers' union drops Sunday closing ordinance after Francis J. Hexey advises the organization union stance.
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Philadelphia
Cigarmakers’ International Union
United States Court of Appeals
Chicago
San Francisco
That Is No Good at All The Italian Postal Official
A Cologne Gazette correspondent recalls trying to collect a postoffice money order in a small Italian village. An official refuses payment despite proof of identity, insisting the phrase That is no good at all. applies, prompting delays with increasingly elaborate documents.
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Cologne Gazette
Te In
Hla
Wales
Leprosy Mystery and a Victorian Judgment Tale
A fragmentary column surveys leprosy's history and mistaken cures from medieval times to modern periods, noting the spread of the disease and patients housed in leper houses. It recalls a 19th century remark from St. Louis Republic and includes a short Indiana justice of the peace verdict where both sides pay half the costs.
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Indiana
Justice of the Peace
Limits of Diving Depths and Water Pressure Explained
Lawrence Hodges explains in the Chicago Record that water pressure limits diving depth for humans and vessels. At 150 feet the pressure would crush unprotected bodies, while one mile deep equals about 104 tons per square foot. Diving suits and thicker hulls face practical limits. deeper depths would require longer, stronger pipelines and heavier engines, making further descent unfeasible.
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Lawrence Hodges
Chicago
Racing tragedy and a dying jockey lessons to his son
In a London Nation report a dying jockey commends his son to the gods of fate. He recalls a near fatal race with J, neck and neck, and a warning never to ride too hard. The elder reveals a fatal fall after urging restraint, then insists he must win.
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King
It Was The Third Day At Sea On The Steamer
A Boston man aboard a steamer sat beside a Chicago man in the dining area. The Chicago man admitted he bolts his food to keep it down, a curious exchange reflecting sea voyage banter as reported by the St Louis Post Dispatch.
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Boston
Chicago
St. Lowis
Norway’s Climate Keeps Life Longer Than Other Countries
Norway enjoys the longest average lifespans among nations due to its cool uniform yearly temperatures. The steady climate is linked to healthier living and lower heat stress across the population.
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Norway
Did that palmist tell you the truth about yourself
A short item from the Birmingham Age-Herald notes a quip about palmistry and marriage, mentioning a palmist and a wife’s long running practice. The exchange plays on belief in fortune telling and domestic curiosity.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Signs. Do you believe in signs to show your business
A quirky reflection on signs as a guide to a business identity with a dash of local humor from the Baltimore American.
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Baltimore American
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