Monster Jewfish Caught by Mrs Barrett Off Catalina Island
Mrs. A W Barrett of Los Angeles fished a 368 pound black sea bass or jewfish off Santa Catalina Island, after a 53 minute battle. The giant, a Pacific coast species in season April to November, was hauled aboard with a gaff after tiring near the boat. The account recounts the fishing method and tension of the fight, noting the rarity and power of such creatures and the evolution of rod and reel sport for jewfish.
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A. W. Barrett
Los Angeles
Cal
Pacific Ocean
Santa Catalina Island
California
C. D. Vidle
Nature Library
Uncle Joe Cannon Seventy Celebrated In Washington
In Washington last month the seventy year old Speaker of the House Joseph Cannon received cheers on his arrival and a formal reception with about 1500 guests in attendance. President Roosevelt joined in the ovation and Cannon signed over a thousand portraits as keepsakes while greeting hundreds. Local officials note Cannon’s Southern roots and potential White House plans, though he stresses his duty as Speaker. The piece also notes Washington’s interest in baseball with officials and dignitaries attending games and following the season closely.
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Washington Society
Washington Town
Uncle Joe" Cannon
House of Representatives
Cannon
Washington
Uncle Joe
Roosevelt
Mr. Cannon
Danville
Mrr. Cannon
Guilford
N. G
White House
United States
Congress
Capitol
Roosevet
Ile
Nick Longworth
House
Senate
Ball Park
National Park
Amhersv
Moody
Cortelyou
Metcalf
Commerce and Labor
Department Lfe
Cnine
Fairbanks
Wyman
Wills Moore
Weather Bureau
Baseball Record
Eailer
A Sure Safeguard: Cooperatives Against Oppression by Wealth
George H. Maxwell argues at Bloomington that wealth concentration threatens democracy and that the remedy lies in a cooperative commonwealth. He condemns corruption, praises gradual reform, and calls for land ownership and rural co operation to empower producers. He urges education, rural infrastructure, and collective action for mutual benefit.
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George H. Maxwell
Bloomington
Tam
Lama
Byron
Lincoln Steffens
Jewfish Quest and Giant Pacific Jewfish on the Coast
The narrator recalls fishing for a massive Jewfish off the Pacific coast, describing the fight, the sea spray, and the sense of achievement. Joe confirms the catch, while a tale of large Jewfish, black sea-bass, and historic bloodlines weaves through the memory. Major Charles Viele is mentioned with a prior 103 pound catch.
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Pacific
Charles Viele
United States Army
Baseball at Washington Draws Supreme Court and Cabinet
In Washington, the Supreme Court justices, lawmakers, Cabinet members, and the diplomatic corps join merchants and clerks at baseball games. National leaders and other officials retreat from state business to enjoy the sport at National Park, rooting for favored teams amid a global audience.
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Washington
United States Supreme Court
Congress
Cabinet
Diplomatic Corps
Capitol
National Park
A Kindly Smile of Mrs Coxe in the Mining Town
A profile praises Mrs Coxe for universal kindness in a mining community. She greets all, aids widows and orphans, helps children attend school, and provides mothers with work. Her life embodies modesty and selfless charity, earning respect from miners and families alike.
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Lfe
Folding baby carriage on market boosts fathers relief
A folding baby carriage is on sale, promising quick quieting of a fussy infant and giving worried fathers a practical tool for handling children with ease.
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Mexican Gulf
Florida
Supreme Court
Harlan
Day
McKenna
White
Philippines
Jay
Supreme Bench
Juggernaut
New York
Cinfield
St. Louis
Grand Rapids
Cooperative Commonwealths
Ruskin
Cabrillo
Santa Catalina
Jewfish
MS. Barrett
Baseball
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