Rath the Executioner of Lincoln Conspirators Dies in Michigan
A Civil War figure known as Rath, dubbed the executioner of John Wilkes Booth's conspirators, dies in Michigan. The German-born officer joined the Seventeenth Michigan Infantry, rose to lieutenant colonel, and oversaw key executions including Mary Surratt and others. He later buried Booth’s body and held a controversial role in postwar actions.
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Ramps Going to Work Prohibition Drives Hoboes
An official on the New York Central Railroad notes fewer regular tramps as anti loafing laws push social derelicts to productive labor during wartime. Yet after a wary pause they risk losing the warmth of the saloon and the free lunch as they pursue steady jobs.
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New York Central Railroad
Honest toil and cash aid roving spirit returns
The author argues that honest toil builds the means for travelers to move with self respect and comfort when the roving spirit returns, suggesting financial security as a prerequisite for itinerant wandering.
Grazing Fees Hold Steady After Forest Fight
The California Cattlemen's Association announced a telegram from Congressman Henry Z. Osborn confirming the association won its battle to prevent grazing fee increases in National forests. Fees remain practically unchanged at present.
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California Cattlemen's Association
Henry Z. Osborn
New LHJ Editor H. C. Davis Succeeds Bok
H. C. Davis takes over as editor of the Ladies Home Journal succeeding Edward K Bok. A native of Ohio, Davis has lived in California for ten years and previously promoted and directed the San Diego exposition.
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San Diego Exposition
Kaiser to be interned by Dutch government
The Dutch government will not surrender the ex emperor Wilhelm of Germany. Allies may intern him on a Dutch island or at Doorn under guard. Extradition of Wilhelm appears unlikely to avoid martyrdom concerns, while other Hun offenders may also be left at large.
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State Ed Department Revising Census Report Forms
Officers of the State Department of Education are revising blank census forms to align with Federal bureau of education uniformity plans. A statistician recently toured state capitals and outlined required information for government bureaus. He met State Superintendent Hunting in Carson to discuss the matter.
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Federal Bureau of Education
Carson
Henderson Banking Ad Promises Savings Growth and Services
Henderson Banking offers four percent annual on savings deposits and invites customers to review deposit rules. The ad promotes safety deposit boxes from $3.00 yearly, drafts on world cities, fire and life insurance, Travelers' checks, and steamship tickets with Cunard Line at low rates.
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Pioneer Nevada freighter Pom eroy dies after fifty years in state
Emery A. Pomeroy who died yesterday in Tonopah was a longtime Nevada freighting figure. Born in New York seventy one years ago, he moved to Colona Alabama before joining the westward rush to Green Springs. He operated teams in Ploche Eureka Hamilton and Soda Springs and belonged to Tonopah lodge F and A M. Funeral will be held under Masonic auspices with his widow and two daughters Mrs Crill of San Francisco and Mrs W H Burk at his bedside.
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Paragh PHS Quotation on Ambition and Wealth
A reflective quote contrasts humility and greed. It compares men chasing golden calves to those who value money, noting a hog that takes all cake and pie becomes a banker as the money grows. The speaker questions indifference to others' fortunes and labels some as successful captains of industry.
Nevada Transportation Company Demurrage Notice
The Nevada Transportation Company announces that starting January 1, 1820 demurrage will be charged on all cars held over free time. Advertisement by J. E. Sexton.
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J. E. Sexton
Windfall Mine theft warning and admission of break-in
Notice warns all persons against trespass and stealing at the Windfall Mine. Thieves broke into the blacksmith shop, storehouse, and bullion melting room, carrying away supplies in an auto around 6 am. Owner J B Sexton urges return of material and authorizes no one to permit entry.
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