Wall Street Arraigned and Labor Pleas Cast Wide
Washington dispatch notes labor leaders McDermott and Cary urge workers to influence 1908 contests. Senator Depew defends credit history while Morgan listens. Latta and Foraker share a light moment as a White House message interrupts. Bryan stands tall as a young Beau Brummel in Congress.
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Pete Hepburn
Iowa
Danger in Our Mines Discussed by Institute Members
New York February 20 coal mine accidents in the United States and unsafe mine working conditions were the focus of discussion at a session by the American Institute of Mining Engineers led by J. A. Holmes.
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Geological Survey
Holmes
United States
New York
The
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J. A Holmes
Roosevelt Congratulates Victor on Birth of Princess Giovanna
Rome February 20 Ambassador Griscom sent President Roosevelt’s congratulatory letter to King Victor Emmanuel praising the birth of a daughter, born November 18, 1907, the Princess Giovanna. The king expressed pleasure at the communication.
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Victor
Rome
Griscom
Victor Emmanuel
Giovanna
Blinded by Snow They Die in Train Collision
Johnstown Pennsylvania February 20 two men Mohamet Farh twenty five Arabian and Pitzkalll Alias twenty two Hebrew were struck by a fast Pennsylvania train near Wittmer and killed instantly.
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Johnstown
Mohamet Farh
Pitzkalll Alias
Pennsylvania
Wittmer
Naval academy to drop midshipmen after exams
Annapolis Md Feb 20 Following the semiannual examinations at the naval academy twenty six midshipmen will be given the choice of resigning or being dropped from the rolls.
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Annapolis
Naval Academy
Senate passes coal mine bill in Ohio requiring miners' experience
Columbus Feb 20 The senate approved a house bill that requires all miners to have one year of experience before being placed in charge of a room. The measure now goes to the governor for signature.
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Columbus
Senate
Nes
Submarine Gots Ashore In Chesapeake Bay
Annapolis Maryland February 20 The converted yacht Hist and the submarine Viper are ashore at different points on Chesapeake Bay. Neither craft is said to be in danger.
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Annapolis, Md
Hist
Viper
Chesapeake Bay
Erafe
Tuskegee Conference backs prohibition movement south
Tuskegee Alabama on February 20 1920s era notes the annual Tuskegee Negro conference adopting resolutions advocating statutory prohibition measures to the southern states.
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Tuskegee, Ala
South
Market quotes from Chicago and Midwest livestock report
Chicago Board of Trade price quotations for Wheat Corn Oats Soybeans and futures with May July and Sept figures. Live stock and hay prices from Chicago and East Buffalo markets include cattle hogs sheep and calves with receipts and price ranges. Obituary notes the death of William E H Shaffer, 67, wounded at Chickamauga.
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Chicago
Chicago Board of Trade
Timothy Bay
Ilinois
Indiana
Wisconsin
East Buffalo
N. Y
Dunning & Stevens
Live Stock Commission
How to Freshen Velvet During Cleaning
A brief note on velvet care suggests dipping a brush in damp sand to restore a soiled collar or cuff. The method removes dust and reduces wear, revitalizing fabric fibers for a renewed appearance. Additionally a quip about romantic corners from the Chicago Record-Herald offers a wry aside on slight emotional ties.
Progressive Countess of Warwick Shapes Social Reform
The Countess of Warwick is noted as a leading English noblewoman and famed socialist. She founded Studley Castle's training home for daughters of professionals, runs Warwick Castle and Eaton Lodge welfare efforts, and aims to publish memoirs and edit a newspaper funded by book proceeds and lecturing tours in America.
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Countess of Warwick
Studley Castle
Warwick Castle
Eaton Lodge
Warwick
America
Clever Queen of the Shah's Harem Inspires Bystander
The text describes queens in the shah’s harem seeking pomp and fashion, with Worth of Paris supplying out of date costumes to ensure exclusivity. It notes the Indies’ childlike ignorance despite luxury, their aim to be mothers of the throne’s heir, and praises a late shah’s principal queen as an unusually clever woman and poet with nature verses.
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Paris
Olot
Indies
Shal
The Ribbon Bag for Ribbons Embroidered in Buttercups
A lawn or fine linen bag patterns to hold ribbon lengths without soil or crease. It features buttercup embroidery, yellow silk beadwork, and end bems. Cardboard bottoms are covered and attached with silked rings for a drawstring opening of the ribbon.
Cross Stitch and Forehead Traits in 1900s Lore
A collage of craft and culture items covers cross stitch revived and its method, a facial feature analysis on the forehead describing willpower and intellect, a coffee fudge recipe, skirt fashions from Paris with draping notes, arm care tips, stain removers, a quip on judging by looks, a church social anecdote on charging admission, and a brief exchange about artistic talent linking to a dentist.
Edison Cement Houses Plan by Thomas Edison
Thomas A Edison writes to the Chicago Tribune outlining a cement house project. He describes a model one quarter size, iron molds, and machinery to cast a full house in twelve hours, with completion in six days after mold placement and drying. He cites sandy soil as essential, notes mold costs around 25000 dollars and machinery 15000 dollars, enabling unlimited houses.
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Edison
Thomas A. Edison
Chicago Tribune
New York
Suspenderless Trousers and Fashion Change
A New York Press excerpt discusses suspenderless trousers with snug waist fits and belts becoming unnecessary. It argues suspenders cause discomfort and shoulder drag, while modern cuts avoid buckles and emphasize hip-cut waists, signaling a fashion shift away from suspenders.
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Wall Street
New York Press
Chinese vengeance tale mirrors political exile and extradition
North China Daily News reports Hsu Hsi-lin’s execution and a government chase for his wife, studying in Japan, amid Sino foreign policy tension. The Chinese minister says extradition cannot occur for a political offense, urging Peking to approach Tokyo instead.
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Hsu Hsi-lin
North China Daily News
Anhui
Meng Tsu
En Min
Japan
Tokyo
Lim
China
Peking
Notice to Debtors and Receiver Darling at Marion Street
Notice to debtors all accounts due Walden Bros. are payable to Arthur B Darling attorney receiver 119 Marion street. Parties indebted please call at once. 1805 to cure a color in one day. Eake Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab refund money if taken.
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Walden Bros
Arthur B. Darling
Marion Street
Ignat
Sullivan Stock Company Draws Full House at Bucklen
The Sullivan Stock Company again filled the Bucklen with a capacity crowd during a chilly Wednesday evening. Ten cent admission drew theatre goers amid hard times as "Deserted at the Altar" pleased the audience. "Woman's Love" is listed for tonight with additional specialties.
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Sullivan Stock Company
Bucklen
Hyomei cures catarrh says Houseworth Bros
In Elkhart Hyomei is praised as the most popular remedy for catarrh with strong claims of extensive cures. Houseworth Bros. the local agents offer a money back guarantee if not satisfied, a policy cited as proof of its efficacy. The text notes physicians and business leaders endorse Hyomei and its sales have risen.
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Elkhart
Houseworth Bros
Hyomei
No Death Penalty Across Europe Cited
The London Chronicle notes European nations that do not use the death penalty include Italy Holland Norway Switzerland Portugal and Russia except when crimes involve royalty. It cites Zug Canton Switzerland as imposing the world's lowest minimum three years for willful homicide with life imprisonment as the maximum.
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Italy
Holland
Norway
Switzerland
Portugal
Russia
Zug
London Chronicle
Special price on house wiring and fixtures offered
Heffner Co. Plumbing Heating and Electrical Contractors advertises a thirty day sale on house wiring and fixtures at cost. They claim superior interest alternatives to banks and urge customers to call 614 South Main for pricing.
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Heffner Co
South Main Street
Bell
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