Heroes and hypocrites in a factory tragedy contrast
A Jamestown Journal summary contrasts Reverend Freeman of Binghamton with Mas Blank of the Triangle Shirtwaist factory disaster. Freeman supports victims and donates millions. Blank’s negligent fire-safety actions sparked a public outcry as families mourned. The piece notes counterfeit subscription schemes and comments on William Sizer HM’s assembly candidacy. Ohio bans intoxicants on dining cars after November 4.
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Revd Freeman
Binghamton
Ny Y
Mas Blank
Triangle
Freeman
Tfe
Feelaima
Tank
Roo Mreonian
Brayani
Reward for Catarrh Cure Claim Promised
A fragmented 19th century ad promises one hundred dollars for catarrh cures by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites a testimonial about I. Pusney's honor and business integrity and mentions advertising through Hall's Company. The text also promotes Wall's Pseudo-leted remedy for constipation and other nostrums.
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Hall
Cheney
Oledo
I. Pusney
Fem Natonae Bane
Alodd Mhd
Gustucun
Frantic Rescue Efforts at Mine Shaft Continue
At Dawson New Mexico a crowd gathers as rescue forces battle deadly gases in mine No 2 of the Phelps Todes workings. Oxygen equipment allows movement but damp conditions hinder progress with several men overcome. authorities hope to reach entombed workers as more rehearsals for Olivas Gromwelt musical unfold.
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Dawson
New Mexico
Faro
Ming Guarda
Resnhera
Tila
Library
Presbyterian Gsmmnelom
Hubbitt
Marsh
Gulgor
Mel
Addi G. Wagoner
Woulay Howard
L. R. Titingy Mra
Doll Darling
Margarey Mahleud
Mix Tn Ausiiti
Tum
Mf Nr
Indictment Against Thaw by Grand Jury in New York Today
Grand jury in New York returned an indictment charging Marty K Thaw with conspiracy and involvement in the Clampet affair and related crimes. The panel named five others among the group including members such as Mem he lig Butler O'of Thompson and Dusty mieged, with warrants issued by Judge havegan. Thaw faces extradition proceedings following the indictment.
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Thaw
New York
Delayed Man Hanged After Request for Chicken Dinner
In Somerset Pennsylvania on October 23 a man once coachman for J K Thuy secured a four hour stay of execution by claiming insanity. He was allowed to eat a chicken dinner, then at 1:02 p.m. he was hanged.
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United Crea
Sommerset
Ohd Mavs
J. K
Swingble
President Wilson's Thanksgiving Proclamation
President Wilson in Washington issues an official Thanksgiving proclamation praising the nation. He declares Thursday, November 27, as the designated day and notes Providence and national achievement amid the year’s challenges. The document reflects his familiar style and emphasizes unity and shared purpose.
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United Wost
Washington, D. C
Wilson
Arrested on Serious Charge in Mendvino
Samuel N. Snow, arrested Monday on a warrant by his wife for assault with intent to kill, appeared before Alderman A. J. Bosnt on Wednesday. He was bound over to the next criminal court term beginning November 10. It is alleged he tried to force carbolic acid down his wife’s throat.
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Mendvino
Get
Samuel N. Snow
A. J. Bosnt
Criminal Court
President Wilson vetoes reinstatement of Unger at West Point
President Wilson for the first time in his administration used the veto power to send a special message to Congress disapproving of restoring Adolph Unger to West Point and the prior order at the Academy from Ohio.
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Wy Und Frean
Washington
Wilson
Congress
Adolph Unger
Academy
Ohta
Terrible rioting at Calumet erupts as militia restores order
Calumet on October 23 reports over 4000 protesters clashing with mine guards and gunmen who tried to break a strikers parade. Women wielded flag staffs as weapons while guards were beaten. militia General Abbey personally visited affected districts to restore control amid the most serious unrest since a state court decision upheld the operator’s policing action.
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Uniter Presa
Calumet
Hnully
Stinllar Louble Newured
Rad Jackel
Allonet
Umshibtown
Calumel
Cerloun
Philippine scheme opposed by United Prong Lala Mohonk
Walter Hagan of the Mannin men vehemently opposed the plan urged by Judge Lunior to hand the Philippines to a two chamber foreign dominated government. He argued the Philippine question is solely a United States matter and inviting intervention by other powers would worsen the situation.
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United Prong
Lala Mohonk
Lunior
Phillipines
Walter Hagan
Mannin
Agin
No Votes For Women Says Non George in United Press
London dispatch quotes David Lloyd George denying a woman suffrage bill will be passed by the present parliament. The report also notes Lloyd George’s doubt about granting suffrage soon and suggests a possible but distant chance for approval.
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George
United Preas
London
Veroner
David Lloyd George
Hank
Eldest Sons Talk at Central Pennsylvania Veterans Meet
A meeting of the Central Pennsylvania Veterans Association, comprising civil war veterans from six counties, discussed a proposal to permanently organize the eldest sons in the Grand Army. A 14-member committee was named to draft a resolution for state and national bodies.
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Fy United Presse Harebiours
Aujilication Lotores
Central Pennsylvania
Ingye
Anomnber
Wis
Unig
Four U.S. Battleships Ordered From Atlantic to Mediterranean
Washington reports say four battleships Virginia New Jersey Rhode Island Nebraska were reassigned from Atlantic fleet to the Mediterranean to relieve ships now in the south under Mexican law. The vessels will sail for Mexico on October 20 from Hampton Roads.
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Presa
Washington
D. C
Navy
Virginia
New Jersey
Rhode
Taland
Branka
Crali
Mediterranean
Hampton
Ronda
Yill
Mexico
Warscare
Almshouse funding urged for county relief costs
Poor directors asked for 340 000 next year to cover almshouse expenses amid rising inmate numbers and maintenance costs. They cited new beds and bedding, resurfacing of the building, and health department orders as major factors. Attorney Mason supported the claim that costs have risen about 20 percent in two years. Arguments to be heard before Judge Walt on November 5.
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New York
Pennsylvania
Bireh
Keon
Des Moines
Towa Wisconsin Targur
Madison Wis
Farmer &Stockmen
Kansas City
Recelpla
Becausy
Door
Tuaouse
Mason
Arectors
Mall Board of Health
Walton
Eria Diapateh
Arsonettes Still Active Target Local University Fire
Reports from Bristol dated October 23 state arsonettes succeeded in burning the local university building to the ground. Firefighters discovered a large cache of militant literature near the blaze, suggesting organized conspiracy and significant headway by the group before the fire was halted.
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United Prem
Bristol
Bug
Sutracolte
Bporte
Four Reel Feature Show At AMUBU Tonight
A four reel feature show runs tonight at AMUBU with four reels on display. Admission appears to be 890 regular price per piece for the screening.
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Fidvabinte
Amubu
Wilkesbarre Tragedy As Woman Kills Child Then Herself
A woman in Wilkesbarre killed her four year old daughter by burning, then took her own life after a quarrel with neighbors. Authorities note possible mysterious circumstances but believe the incident resulted from a fatal act of despair following the discovery of the charred child. The case occurred in October in the home, with the husband finding the woman dead on a second floor.
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United Prous
Wilkesbarré
Joseph Money
Ti Tw
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