Fragmented Local News and Court Rulings Across U S Cities
An array of brief items mentions a girl injured on a crowded trolley in Philadelphia, a Coffeyville man suspected of murder, a Supreme Court ruling over a university notes case in Washington, and President Roosevelt urging tax measures and resource conservation. Other notes cover a Windsor case, a missing person, a Catholic school incident, and social club activity.
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Margaret Chance
Philadelphia
Valle Pearnee
Coffeyville
Kan
Vphilispines
Burges
Supreme Court of the District of Colune
Washington
Catholic Universitr
John F. Warsaman
Thomas F. Wascauiun
Roosevelt
Windsor
New York
M. Pocus
Salt Lake City
Unies
Minin
Waskob
Rapidis
Nan Cathote
Duis Daushter
Judy
Multiple global crises and accidents reported worldwide
Queen Victoria recovers from a minor surgical procedure amid a flood of news. An aeronaut drowns in Minnesota while a boat capsizes in England. Crop yields project large U.S. surpluses, with Minnesota court rulings on ouster actions. Fires in San Francisco destroy factories and homes. Guatemala and China face uprisings. European politics and expeditions are noted, including Belgian Congo questions and Russian political unrest.
Devastating Storm Rips York and Surrounding Areas
A dawn tornado and heavy rain devastated York Illinois and nearby New Minden with large property losses and multiple deaths. In York three lives were lost and eight more probably fatally injured as nearly every house was damaged or destroyed. A Sa lon and church suffered collapse. Stock perished and crops ruined. Communications were cut as bridges failed and streams flooded. Mount Vernon Indiana reported severe lightning, stock losses, and widespread damage.
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Columbia
York
Lucinda Winkerton
New Minden
Wabash
Mount Vernon
Capital punishment for kidnappers urged in Congress
The article reports calls to elevate kidnapping to a capital crime with death as punishment. It notes President Roosevelt may address the issue in a message to Congress and cites police and lawmakers favoring stricter laws. It argues kidnapping is highly hard to stop and would deter criminals if punished by death.
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Congress
Roosevelt
United States
England
Europe
NAM Convention Addressed by Manufacturers Group
At the New York convention of the National Association of Manufacturers S00 members attended. Janes W. Van Cleave of St Louis spoke as Secretary Cushing reported success against Webstation for the eight hour day and just court injunctions. Treasurer Yenen noted annual income of 180000 dollars. A 36 member committee was formed to raise 500.80 per seat for three years to educate the public on labor dispute perspectives. A tariff poll of 3074 members showed about three to two in favor of limited revision. President Van Cleve urged a federal corporation law to govern interstate enterprises.
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National Association of Manufacturers
New York
Janes W. van Cleave
St. Louis
Cushing
Yenen
Biblic
van Clevuote
Git Enterprises
Devastating Wind Storm Rips Through Illinois Indiana and Kentucky
A massive wind and rain storm swept southern Illinois, southern Indiana, and western Kentucky between midnight and Saturday morning, killing at least 29 people, injuring many, and causing extensive property damage. Towns like Gradyville Kentucky and Petersburg Indiana reported major destruction including washed bridges, ruined farms, and flooded land. reports from Evansville and surrounding areas noted widespread damage within a hundred miles.
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Indiana
Kentucky
Gradyville
Rusia
Evansville
Dud
Corydon
Kry
Hghing
Smith Mills
Petersburg
Ind
White River
Louisville
Lexington
Uwarrstars
Wis
Dwo
Liberte Clorci
Winton
American steel rails and locomotives fuel South Manchurian rail link
Japan pours funds into U S rail supplies for the South Manchurian railway. Delivers of rails and locomotives accelerate as American factories march to meet two year completion demand. Tens of millions already expended with more contracts afloat.
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America
Far East
Japan
United States
Pacific
Manchuria
Dalny
Mukden
Brofem
Ome Car Corpany
SDM
Seattle
South Manelarian
S5.oom
Tweed
Manehheria
Supreme Court sustains eight hour day for federal workers
The court upholds the eight hour day for federal laborers and mechanics on government contracts. It rules federal law does not apply to civilian employees and clarifies that seamen and tunnel workers tied to contract projects are exempt from the eight hour limit.
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Supreme Court
Eformes
Yale closing remarks touch on government justice standards
In a closing address at Yale the speaker argues that current actions do not prove we are worsening. rather they show deeper scrutiny and a government that applies no higher standard of justice in public control. The statement challenges accusations of brawling misconduct while stressing the need for measured governance.
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Yale
Birds Help Fight Boll Weevil in Texas Cotton Fields
The Department of Agriculture bio survey finds thirty eight bird species feed on boll weevil in Texas where cotton losses run into millions annually. Swallows lead as aerial insect catchers with four boll weevils found in one cliff swallow stomach. Plan to boost swallow nesting colonies across north and south to aid crops. The report notes other useful birds and cites historical corruption reforms and railroad rebates as asides, plus a Kan repair shop fire and Reisner's appointment to Egypt Nubia excavations.
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Department of Agriculture
Texas
Pink Pills for Pale People Promise Nervous Relief
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills for nervous disorders and pale blood. It links blood quality to nerve health and cites Mrs Harriet Porter of South Medford Mass describing relief from dizziness neuralgia and fears of paralysis after using the pills. It notes uses for rheumatism after influenza and states pricing 50 cents per box, six for 2 50, via Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
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Williams
Harriet E. Porter
Liberty Avenue
South
Medford
Mass
Dr. Williams
Anguished View of Mexican Indians in Modern Mexico
A sensational excerpt portrays the Indian as docile peaceful and self sacrificing noting his politeness and affection toward children and elders. The narrator claims Mexicans prefer to be left alone and reflects on social roles and daily life with vivid but biased observations from Modern Mexico.
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Mexico
Summer Clothes Stored In Closet For Guest Stay
A Philadelphia Press item quotes a flat dweller apologizing for disorder as bundles of summer clothes are moved from a hall closet to make space for a cot. A friend spent the night there, prompting the rearrangement.
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Philadelphia Press
Old Oklahoma Editor Praises Grape-Nuts as Life Saver
A Oklahoma editor recounts gaining 25 pounds and restoring strength after using Grape-Nuts. He claims improved brain power and wellbeing, credits the food for his long career, and recommends it as a nourishing, tasty health aid. He notes reading ads beforehand and urges others to try it.
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Okla
Wellville
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