Secretary Appears Before Senate on Foreign Relations
Secretary Bryan testifies before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee with correspondence on the Colombian and Nicaraguan treaties. The Nicaraguan accord faces major changes over $3,000,000 payments and protectorate terms, while Colombian terms attract broad Senate review. The panel also prepares to question Jones on finance as Wilson backs his reserve board nominee.
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Committee On Foreign Relations
Washington
Wilson
Congress
Maine
White House
Bryan
Senate
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Charles A. Douglas
Nicaragua
Senate Banking and Currency Committee
Thomas D. Jones
Chicago
Federal Reserve Board
Reserve Board
Jones
Demand horse rigs or none at union ride
Delegates of the International Union of Journeymen Horseshoers threaten to boycott an automobile city tour after the entertainment committee in Memphis schedules a car ride. H B Marshall of Cincinnati leads opposition insisting on horse drawn rigs or no participation. The dispute arises as delegates demand suitable transportation to avoid favoring any side.
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International Union of Journeymen Horseshoers
Memphis
Tenn
International Union of Journeymen
H. B. Marshall
Cincinnati
Nomination of Thomas B. Stucky for Indiana Collector
President Wilson sent the Senate the nomination of Thomas B. Stucky of Indianapolis to be collector of customs for the district of Indiana. The action was reported from Washington on June 23.
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Stucky
Washington
Wilson
Senate
Thomas B. Stucky
Indianapolis
District of
Indiana
Huge Sunday School Convention Opens in Chicago
About 4400 delegates gather at Medinah Temple for the International Sunday School convention. Illinois state convention opens at Moody Church with A H Mills presiding. A monster parade with 50000 men and a 1000-voice choir marks the climax on Saturday.
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Chicago
United States
Medinah
West Ontario
Cass Streets
Jesus
Illinois
A. H. Mills
Moody Church
Medinah Temple
Marion Lawrence
F. Ib. Meyer
J. Hartzell
Fred B. Smith
Probable burial deeper than mouth in Hillcrest mine disaster
Government mine experts say 104 victims may lie buried under rock more than a thousand feet from the Hillcrest Colliery No 20 mouth after an explosion. Most of the 91 recovered bodies were burned beyond recognition and were buried quickly as coffins became available.
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Hillcrest
Alta
Hillcrest Colliery, Limited
Reward for Scout Heroine
Washington reports Savannah girl scout Miss Lippman received a $50 prize from the National Red Cross Society for saving a man overcome by gas while digging a well. It marks the first award to girl scouts by the society.
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Georgia
Washington
Evansville Man Sentenced to Electric Chair for Police Officer Kill
Robert Collier of Evansville Indiana to be executed by electric chair at Michigan City prison. He was sentenced for the killing of John Cain a police officer and the electrocution is set for the night of October 16. Collier reportedly laughed when the death penalty was imposed.
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la Porte
Ind
Robert Collier
Evansville
Michigan City
John Cain
Collier
Greek Turkey clash over sale of two battleships to Greece
Washington reports Turkish officials oppose the sale of U S battleships Mississippi and Idaho to Greece while Greek representatives urge the deal for Mediterranean balance and peace. President Wilson supported the sale to Greece but warned he would block if ships risk immediate war. Congressional action pressed as Secretary Daniels seeks 12 million dollars to build a new dreadnought.
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United States
California
Japan
Wilson
Greece
Secretary of the Navy
Congress
Colorado
Washington
Mississippi
Idaho
Turkey
White House
Mediterranean
House
Senate
Daniels
Wyoming
Rustem Bey
A. Vouros
Tsouklas
State Briefs From Indiana Murder, Divorce and Industry
Mercer Livingstone, 80, prominent South Bend clothier, died by self drowning in the St. Joseph River to a crowd along the bank. In Bloomington Mrs. May Vint, 21, killed herself after a divorce suit, leaving two notes. Shelbyville builds a $12 000 Mirror Screen Co plant for motion pictures, employing 25 workers. South Bend City Judge Warner fines Clarence Milliken after a speeding incident. Washington ministerial group seeks end to Citizens' Band Sunday concerts. New Albany William Daily returns after fourteen years, reuniting with his wife and grown children.
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South Bend
Ifer
Shelbyville
Mirror Screen Company
Ford City
Crystal City
Frank J. Rembusch
H. D. Warner
Cornelius Warner
Clarence Milliken
Washington
Wshington Ministerial Association
Citizens’ Band
East Side Park
New Albany
William Daily
Cincinnati
Port Royal
Daily
Franklin Quote on Writing Duty and Self-Examination
A compact reflection attributed to Benjamin Franklin urges lasting contribution through meaningful writing and deeds. It contrasts avoiding forgetfulness with the burdens of merit, noting only the well bred can admit fault or error.
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Benjamin Wranklin
Currant Pudding and Berry Treats From a Rustic Menu
A collection of fruit dessert ideas and methods including Currant Pudding with tapioca, Raspberry Sandwichee with sponge cake, Raspberry Ice, Gloucester Blueberry Cake, and Frozen Cherries. The text ends with a quotation from R. W. Emerson and a reflective line about kings and walls.
Pineapple Sauté and Currant Jelly How-To
Home cooks share methods for garnishing pork and beef with sautéed pineapple. A currant jelly substitute is shown by juicing crushed currants, simmering with sugar, and sealing in glasses. Jellied chicken recipe combines minced chicken peppers celery gelatin stock vinegar and seasonings then molds and chills for serving on lettuce.
Establishing a Right of Way Near Hersham England
A bridal party traversed a proposed road in Hersham Surrey as part of a claim to establish a public right of way. Historical practice noted that carrying a dead body through the route was once customary in such claims.
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Hersham
Surrey
England
Statement of resolve from the stubborn character
A speaker declares commitment to completion while Miss Maymle teases with weariness. He insists he does not quit once he begins a task and vows to stay on the job. The exchange highlights a stubborn resolve contrasted with fatigue.
Using Rye and Wheat for Early Green Feed in Dairy Herds
Rye cut before heading makes ideal early green feed for twelve to fourteen cows, with wheat as a supplementary early green feed. Drill three bushels of wheat per acre on rich ground. mix rye and wheat with red clover and herd’s grass. Improve soil with rotten cow manure and diluted urine winter spread. salt, hardwood ashes boost storage and regrowth.
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Baltimore American
Acre
Butter Cutter Lets Neat Squares Be Cut Fast
An Ohio inventor’s butter cutter uses a rotatable frame and a wire mesh to slice a butter block into uniform inch thick squares. A platform supports the cake while a lower frame guides the cut pieces into smaller squares. The setup allows the cake to be pressed through and divided into multiple portions efficiently.
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Ohio
Keeping Milk In Summer
When ice or cold water is unavailable, wrap a milk can with a wet flannel cloth and let one end hang into a pail of water. Evaporation consumes heat, keeping the milk cooler. the cloth must stay wet, or heat will pass through and warm the milk.
Pure Bred Cows Highlight Heredity and Profit
The article explains that pure bred cows emphasize heredity, carrying strong qualities from ancestors and promising reproduction of favorable traits. It contrasts with scrub cows, whose heredity tends toward inferior production and unprofitable yields.
Deserves Good Water for the Dairy Cow
Advocates provide clean water for dairy cattle urging farmers to avoid pools streams and sloughs as drink sources. The message emphasizes ensuring the animal receives high quality water for health and productivity.
Milk Machines Lacking Inventions Highlight Gaps
A note surveys numerous inventions yet points out the persistent absence of effective milking and husking machines. It emphasizes ongoing efforts by engineers and farmers to solve these specific agricultural bottlenecks.
Buckaloo Discusses Woodshed Money Matter
A dialogue centers on paying two dollars for a woodshed. The Colonel claims no woodshed exists and proposes no immediate solution. Buckaloo emphasizes the money as the key concern in the exchange.
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Buckaloo
Five Year Old Cleared of Ringworm by Cuticura Remedies
In 1911 a Maurice Louisiana child aged five suffered a lip and cheek eruption mistaken for ringworm with watery blisters and itching. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment as directed, relief came and over three to four months the child was cured.
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Maurice
Henry Prins
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Foreign spectator on crowd size at ball game
A man from abroad comments on the game and notes the unusually large crowd. He explains the standout feature was the gathering of people with no one dancing the tango.
The Actor of Today Impeded Speech Sparks Narrator Mockery
A quoted exchange shows an actor’s stammer and tremor during conversation. The dialogue hints at public perception of acting talent and challenges faced by performers with speech impediments.
Right and Left Hands Ruskin Quotation
A compact quote attributed to Ruskin on the moral idea of right and left hands acting in harmony. The passage contrasts secrecy with accountability, noting that if one hand is unaware of the other its actions may bring shame.
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Ruskin
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Promises Clear White Clothes
An old advertisement urges shoppers to buy Red Cross Ball Blue for beautiful clear white laundry. It notes the product is carried by all good grocers and presents a brief promotional message.
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Red Cross
Adv
Weil keeps friends long as Goodfellow joke endures
A brief quip notes Weil’s lingering friendship with Goodfellow, pondering how he maintains long lasting ties. The reply suggests the friends are not worn out, implying enduring loyalty.
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Weil
Goodfellow
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