Uncrowned King Rogers in Congo Elephant Poaching Tale
A dramatic Congo chase ends with the death of James Ward Rogers, famed elephant poacher, after a pursuit by Captain Fox and Sudanese forces. Rogers dies after surrendering to authorities, with the doctor innocent and the final confrontation marked by peril, pursuit, and a solemn farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Ward Mogers
Iin
Congo
Rogere
Granley
Africa
America
Tegrote
Rogers
Outiawry
Hebdy
Nile
Lake Albert
Kiro
Budan
Leopold
Dolglan Congo
Leopoldavilile
Congo River
White Tian
Fegro
No Man's Land
Sudan
Mongalla
C. V. Pax
J Iithe
Captain Fox
Fox
Mmn
Jan
Ebielding Bis
California
Bfe
Central Africa
Klondike
Bie
Ilogera
Hack
The
Uganda
Pax
Roger
Oneshot
War
Rogera
Doctor
Callen Auepleton
Pox
Mr. Rogers
Kom
Ailenes
Hogere
Oiper
Doc
Habakkuk Book Mentioned In Light Election Night Reflection
A columnist notes Habakkuk, minor prophet of three chapters, being read by a disappointed reader on election night. The piece discusses the book’s obscurity, its historical reception, and a quip about a missed newspaper delivery causing a breakfast discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Inquirer
Habakkuk
Daniel
Lion's den
Ellvace
Growth of horses in industry noted in 19th century piece
A garbled 19th century column discusses the rise of horse use in powering early machinery and the need for more horses on farms to draw equipment. It mentions Sir William as a commentator on electrical air and related experiments, with a fleeting joke about automobiles and public interest.
One Bachelor in President Wilson's Cabinet
Gatherers note the Wilson cabinet families are child rich with many children among members of War Garrison Commerce Redfield Interior Lane Labor Wilson Daniels and McAdoo. Mrs Wilson heads a large brood and the total count stands at least thirty children among cabinet families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashington
Wilson
Garrison
Mra. Garrison
William Jensings Bryan
Mra
Richard Hargreaves, Jr
William J. Bryan, Jr
Washington
Albert Sidney Burleson
Poatmaster
Richard VanWick Ree
William C. Redfield
Commerce
Anthrace Suiclde
William B. Wilson
Labor
Agnes Hart Wilson
Committes of Labor
House of Representatives
Josephus Daniels
Navy
David Houston
St. Louis
Nona McAdoo
William G. McAdoo
the Treasury
Bronze Sundial Landmark at Cathedral Close Ceremony
Among visitors at Mount Saint Alban the bronze sundial atop an open air altar stands as a memorial. The stone panel lists names including Theodoran Bailey Myers Catalina Mason and Cassie Mason Myers with others. inscriptions recall Ascension Day 1906 and a Recension Day commemoration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian Jamen
Mev
Mev. Prof
Higelow
Asceneion
A. D
Nishoy
Washington
Aldes
Theodoran Bailey Myers
Catalina Juliane Mason
Cassie Mason Myers
Julia Jamea
Frederick James
Edmonta Phelps
Sidney Mason
Alphonso Sidney Mason
Catherine Kobb
Major Myers
Ey v. S. Infantry
Charlotte Dailey
Rambler
Invisible Icebergs at Night Warns Hydrographic Expert
Expert Hough Thayer argues icebergs vanish against night skies, especially on moonless or clear nights. He notes the brightest iceberg parts blend with the sky, making near-ships impossible to distinguish without proper detection methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hough Thayer
Bulletin of the Hydrographic Offee
Arizona
Brokers Do a Big Business in Stolen Stamps
Inspectors reveal stamps stolen from post offices and manufacturers were bought by brokers at low prices and resold below face value. Some brokers knew stamps were stolen and even obtained stolen state postal cards from original purchasers for profits. The investigation cites a New York state official inquiry and requests by congressional members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chg
New York
Albney
Congresa
Commissionw of
Police
New York City
Generel
Taapenturs
Colonel Mistakes Stone Dog for Real Dead Canine
A colonel reports a dead dog in his neighbor's yard and asks the health department to remove it. Workers arrive, carry off a figure that looks real, then reveal it is a stone dog placed as yard bric a brac. The incident ends with playful disbelief from the officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Health Department
Etil
Etiff
Stark
Cuticura Advertises Eczema Cure Claim
A 1911 advertisement from Denver describes a woman who suffered eczema on the face scalp ears and neck for five months. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with clearing her condition and praises her healed skin. The ad promotes Cuticura products and offers a free sample with a 32 page booklet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utica St
Denver
Colo
Mary Glendinning
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Forage preservation via silos could solve stock shortages
The piece argues that yearly forage production suffices for livestock, but waste from corn stalks and leaves in the corn belt causes shortages. It promotes silos as a practical method to preserve farm forage and improve feeding, stating its value on farms with ten or more cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slso
Urging Great Sale of Canned Foods
An article fragment discusses an April sale of canned foods by dealers, stockists, and jobbers. It notes the use of sealed and sterilised cans with temperature controls to preserve freshness and economy, mentioning the aim to assist wives and reduce labor. The garbled text includes references to a National Foods drive and community impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannes
Roryain
Sally
Dancing Youth Courted Aims With Gentle Charm
A lively, flirtatious young man asks to dance with a girl and compliments her, saying he is infatuated and eager for the evening. He flirts lightly and ends with a brief, friendly farewell.
Moral Instruction for Children on Sin and Consequences
A fragment discusses guiding children to understand that sin brings inevitable punishment, while doing right earns respect. It emphasizes teaching restraint and moral discipline as essential parental and societal duties.
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James Ward R. Rogers
Dyw
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Tam
Abo
Cleveland
Philadelphia
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Sir Wiliam Bameey
Magi
William
Mall & Gosen
Dibbe
Mewton
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