Condensed World Happenings of the Week
Oscar D. Touchstone of Macon lies dying as a Central of Georgia freight plunges into Beavers creek near Fort Valley killing a brakeman and likely injuring a fireman. A lightning strike near Jeffersonville Ga. mows down Mrs J C Thomas and her son, with four relatives and a neighbor's child injured. A cyclone-like windstorm devastates Norfolk area causing property damage and injuries. Jacksonville hosts the 24th United Confederate Veterans reunion with officers re elected in Chattanooga. Durham police officer Gill D Cates dies in line of duty during a botched arrest of Felix Conklin who was killed.
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Oscar D. Touchstone
Macon
Central of Georgia
Beavers Creek
Fort Valley
J. C
Thomas
Jesse C. Thomas, Jr
Norfolk
Berkeley
George Harper
Jacksonville
Fla
United Confederate
Bennett H. Young
Louisville
Chattanooga
Tenn
Gill D. Cates
Durham
N. C
Felix Conklin
Cates
Morgan
West Durham
Conklin
Navy chief stresses trained officers at Newport conference
Secretary Daniels opened the summer naval war college session at Newport R I urging systematic instruction of enlistees and ship crews. The report also notes Roosevelt winning a nominal 6 cent libel verdict in Michigan, Mexican railway loan talks, Bulgarian Greek clashes, a parachutist’s mud rescue, Admiral Sigsbee’s bathtub display, Ryan’s Europe voyage prep, and a Paris Ohio birth tally.
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Naval War College
Daniels
Navy Department
Newport
R. 1
Navy
Theodore Roosevelt
George A. Newett
Marquette
Mich
Michigan
Flannigan
National Railways of
Mexico
Sofia
Arthur Lampham
Lampham
Harry B. Brown
New York City
Findlay
Ohio
Admiral Sigsbee
Main
Court House
Thomas F. Ryan
Europe
Roosevelt
Paris
Tragedy and diplomacy mixed in distant news
Reports from a Colorado home describe a fatal family fight near Greeley with the daughter dead and revolvers found by parents. Abroad, a Balkan peace treaty signaled broad truce while other items note a Maine memorial in New York and Danis h engineer Aesens automaton war dream gaining patent.
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Robert Stanley
Raugh
Greeley
Col
W. P. Church
Scott
St. James’ Palace
London
Balkan
Turkey
Balkans
Barbara Fritchie
Whittier
John C. Frietchie
Old Reformed Congregational
Frederick
Mt. Olivet
Thad A. Thompson
Austin
Texas
Ben
United States
Colombia
James T. Dubois
Thompson
Baltimore
Burleson
Havana Harbor
New York City
Hudson River
Palisades
Central Park
Columbus Chcle
W. J. Miller
Bedford
Nat” Herreshoff
Thomas Lipton
Cornelius Vanderbilt
C. Oliver Islin
New York Yacht Club
Aesen
Bulgaria
Servia
Salonika
Reichspost
Stephen K. Stillwell
New York
New York State Senate
Sing Sing
Supreme Court
Seabury
Stillwell
Senate Confirms Beaufort Collector as Coleman Successor
In a brief executive session the senate confirmed Franklin P. Coleack as collector of customs at Beaufort South Carolina to succeed Robert Smalls who held the office over fifteen years. Representative Humphrey claims the Northern Pacific traded 450000 barren acres for timber land valued at 10000000 in a bid for forest service inquiry. McAdoo outlines distribution of 10000000 federal funds to states and notes 2 percent interest on government deposits. seven of 559 depositories refused the rate. Bryan cites eight nations favoring peace plan details Italy Great Britain Brazil France Sweden Norway Peru and Russia. Meats and flour not to be placed on the free list as Underwood bill amendments seek nominal duties on these products.
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Senate
Franklin P. Coleack
Beaufort
S. C
Robert Smalls
Forest Service
Humphrey
Washington
Northern Pacific Railroad
McAdoo
Treasury Department
Bryan
Italy
Great Britain
Brasil
France
Sweden
Norway
Peru
Russia
Senate Finance
Underwood
House
Williams
Shirley
Gore
Senate Subcommittee Proposes Higher Tariffs on Meats and Flour
Washington reports the Senate finance subcommittee on agriculture backs moving fresh meats beef mutton and pork to a 10 percent ad valorem duty and restores wheat flour to a 45 cent per barrel rate. Oats see a 6 cent bushel duty with oatmeal likely removed from the free list. Cattle sheep and hogs stay at 10 percent.
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AD Valorem
Washington
Senate Finance
House
Williams
Shirley
Gore
Finance Committee
Navy Secretary Daniels Addresses Naval War College Conference
Secretary Daniels opened the Newport summer conference of the naval war college. He criticized recruiting ads as overpromising and urged real training for sailors. He proposed regular courses upon enlistment with options in engineering electricity machinery carpentry and other trades and junior officers to run primary instruction.
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Newport
R. L
Naval War College
Daniels
Navy Department
Navy
Washington lawmaker accuses forest service of aiding timber monopoly
Representative Humphrey of Washington urged a congressional probe into the forest service. He alleged the Northern Pacific railroad traded 450000 barren acres for timber land valued at 10000000 dollars and claimed the service still serves a major private timber ownership to create a monopoly and raise forest product prices.
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Washington
Forest Service
Humphrey
Northern Pacific Railroad
Train Wreck at Beavers Creek Kills Three
The Central of Georgia freight train plunged into the Beavers creek dry bed through a burned trestle near Fort Valley. Engineer Macon Macon D. Touchstone is dying, a negro brakeman is dead, and a negro fireman is likely dying. Wrecker from Macon and relief from Fort Valley rushed to the scene as conductor Jenkins reported from Everett's station three miles away.
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Macon
Gay
Oscar D. Touchstone
Central of Georgia
Beavers Creek
Fort Valley
Jenkins
Everett’s
Smalls Loses Collectorship Confirms Colcock at Beaufont
In a brief executive session the senate confirmed Franklin P. Colcock as collector of customs at Beaufont South Carolina to succeed Robert Smalls who has held the office for more than fifteen years. Republican senators opposed Colcock's confirmation arguing the Taft reorganization would end Smalls on July 1 making a short appointment a slap.
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Smalls
Washington
Senate
Franklin P. Colcock
Beaufont
S. C
Robert Smalls
Colcock
Taft
Georgia Legislature Reopens Death Penalty Debate
Georgia lawmakers revisit capital punishment and the method of execution with a push to replace hanging with the electric chair. Regions report weather, crop prospects, and local incidents including a fatal lightning strike and a child’s death.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Roosevelt Wind Hid Suit for Libel and Damages
Colonel Roosevelt told the court he sought only nominal damages and not money, saying his aim was vindication and to deter future slander. The jury awarded nominal damages of six cents, with Roosevelt declaring his purpose achieved and content.
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Roosevelt
van Benschoten
Newell
Newett
Colonel Roosevelt
Pound
Roosevelt wins libel suit over drunkenness accusation
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt wins the libel case against George A. Newett after Newett retracts and waives damages. Roosevelt states his aim to stop slander and to prevent repeat of such accusations, while evidence and deposition readings unfold at the trial.
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Marquette, Mich
Theodore Roosevelt
George A. Newett
Michigan
Federal funds distribution to banks by region
Secretary McAdoo announced the $10 million in federal deposits will be allocated by region. Southern states receive $2,902,000 across 159 banks in 127 cities, eight middle states $2,932,000 in 164 banks in 183 cities, and western states $950,000 in 72 banks across 60 cities.
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Washington
McAdoo
Treasury Department
Middle States
Greeks and Bulgars Engage Near Saloniki
Greek and Bulgarian forces clash as Bulgarians press Greek lines near Saloniki despite Greek orders to avoid fighting. The Greek minister in Sofia protests Bulgarian provocations and disclaims responsibility for any consequences. A lengthy conference among Greek and Servian ministers follows in Belgrade and Athens.
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Saloniki
Sofia
Belgrade
Athens
Two Killed by Lightning Near Jeffersonville Georgia
A severe electrical storm struck the Thomas home two miles north of Jeffersonville, injuring four family members and a neighbor's child. Mrs J C Thomas and her son Jesse C Thomas Jr died instantly on the front porch, while J C Thomas Sr Elliott Thomas 12 and Merreal Kethvin 14 were hurt.
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Macon
J .C. Thomas
Jesse C. Thomas, Jr
Thomas
Jeffersonville
J. C. Thomas
Elliott Thomas
Merreal Kethvin
Job ad draws unlikely applicants and odd candidates
A hiring notice seeking an experienced drug clerk attracted unusual applicants including a miner, a circus performer, and a steamboat pilot, highlighting unexpected fits in employment searches.
Elixir Babel Promises Cure For Malaria And Chills
A testimonial from a company G, 4th Battalion, praising Elixir Babel as a cure after years of illness. The ad claims 60 cents per bottle and offers delivery by parcels post from Aleczewski & Co., Washington D C.
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George Inseoe
Company G
4Th Batallion
Aleczewski & Co
Washington, D. C
Unaccountable Coldness Between Couple Over Stocking Goods
A pretty storekeeper, unloading new goods with her best young man arriving, pauses behind the counter and greets him. They exchange a smile then a cold distance develops between them, hinting at unresolved tension.
Distinction: No man is truly indispensable
A witty exchange hints a view on necessity in relationships with sharp banter between Bella and Stella about dependence and independence. The remark underscores the playful theme of value beyond singular partners.
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Stella
Bella
Capucine Headache Remedy Ad Circulated
Do not miss Hicks Capucine a liquid pleasant remedy for sick and nervous headaches. Immediate effect and money back if not satisfied. Available 10c 25c and 80c at medicine stores. Ad.
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Ady
Suburban Gardener Faces Criticism and Health Promises
A quirky talk on spring gardening turns into a mock promotional pitch for a tonic called Old Standard Avia. The ad-like passage claims the product strengthens the liver, drives out malaria, and boosts digestion for both adults and children, priced at 60 cents.
Infant Hygiene Lessons in Cleveland Public Schools
In Cleveland 17 trained nurses teach infant hygiene to girls in 16 public schools. Pupils show eager interest as they learn proper baby care. The article argues such instruction surpasses faddist trends and could reduce infant deaths by training girls in care.
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Oue
Cleveland
America
Cannon of Solid Rock and Malta Fortifications
The Knights of St John defended Malta with cannons bored in living rock. Some weapons held a full powder barrel and faced multiple directions to meet approaching foes. The idea of transporting rocks to mountaintops was tried but impractical. These rockborne guns remain a unique historical defense.
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Malta
Knights of St. John
Harper's Weekly
Oh George Fido Run Over by Taxi Stuns Mrs De Fluff
The Right Dope comic features Mrs De Fluff crying over her dog Fido after a taxi hits him. Her husband dismissively suggests calling a taxidermist, adding a darkly humorous twist.
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George
Voice of Experience and Circus Suit Hint
The text presents a wry exchange about legal action toward a circus, proposing attaching an elephant or a boat constrictor to a suit. It weds humor on legal devices with satire about love and money corruption, reflecting a conflicted, ironic mood.
MEMORY IMPROVED AFTER QUITTING COFFEE POSTUM CLAIMS
An anecdotal advertisement asserts coffee worsens memory and nerves and promotes Postum as a remedy. A Kansas woman describes stomach and heart relief after stopping coffee, improved memory, steadier nerves, and regular heartbeat with Postum, praising taste and offering a preparation guide and booklet.
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Kansas
A&a Kind
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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