New Philippine Government to Begin September First
Manila reports a surge of insurgent activity in Luzon with ambushes and firefights. Lt Alstaetter and 15 men were captured after a fierce engagement. one American killed and three wounded. General Lacuna pledged to treat prisoners well. Other clashes and a murder of Captain Lara are noted as tensions rise before Taft Commission assumes authority on September 1 with MacArthur as executive head. Bryan to Indianapolis trip underway with escort.
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Manila
Alstaetter
Engneer Corps
Nueva Beija
Luzon
Lacuna
Bodon Thulesberg
Santa Cruz
Laguna
Twenty-fourth Infantry
Nueva Eeija
Schmidt
Twelfth Infantry
Lara
Taft
Philippines
Educational Department
General MacArthur
McKinley
Twenty Prisoners Escape from Marianna Jail
Twenty prisoners escaped the Marianna jail in Florida, including six murderers led by forger Dallas Miller who seized keys after overpowering the keeper. The inmates fled to a swamp and were surrounded by a sheriff's posse as authorities pursue them.
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Pensacola
Vla
Marianna
Ila
Raymond West
Dallas Miller
Moonshiner Duel Near Pauls Valley Wounds Deputy
In a pitched battle 20 miles from Pauls Valley deputies clashed with moonshiners. One deputy was slightly wounded while another, Sehrimpsher of Pauls Valley, is missing and believed killed. The outlaws fled at dusk. reinforcements were sent. The raiding party had earlier seized a still and liquor near Center.
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Pauls Valley
Rioters Quiet as Courts Ready to Rule in Raleigh
Federal troops from New Bern under Governor Russell arrived at Bayhero village to quell unrest after a Democratic faction sparked a courthouse clash. The rioters departed once the canvass was allowed to proceed, leaving the dispute over office entitlements to the courts.
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Hioters
Raleigh
Naval Mioitia
Newbern
Russell
Bayhero Village
County Returning Board
Italian Consul Seeks Woman Linked To Humbert Plot
In New York on August 6 a telegram from the Italian consul asks Captain Usher of West Hoboken police to locate a woman suspected of involvement in a plot against King Humbert. Chief McClosky orders a systematic search among the Hadian colony, withholding the suspect’s name for now.
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New York
Captain Usher
West Hoboken
King Humbert
McClosky
Four Die in Feud at Dee Tin Mining Town
In Dee Tin, St Francois county, a feud between William Dooley and his four sons and the Harris brothers left four dead and one fatally wounded. Victims named include William Dooley, Wess Harris, James Harris, and John Dooley. Frank Harris was fatally wounded.
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Pend
Pariwnington
Mo. Ang
William Dooley
Harris Brothers
Dee Tin
St. Francois County
Willian Dooley
Wess Harris
James Harris
John Dooley
Frank Harris
Baby Eats Five Dollar Bills In Chicago Anger
Schnakel reports his two year old son Otto swallowed two five dollar bills left on a bed while the father prepared for the day. The child, playing nearby, apparently treated the money as his own.
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Chicago
Ang. G
Chuaries
Schnakel
Otto
Reunited Lovers Dream Of Rekindled Happiness
A lyrical plea from Ella Wheeler Wilcox urging lovers to repair past rifts and restore their bond. The speaker asks to forget hardship and age marks, to reunite as before, and to move forward together toward a hopeful future.
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Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Perfume Believed To Guard Against Disease Says Boston Transcript
A Boston Transcript note cites a French physician claiming perfumes can prevent certain diseases during epidemics. Delicate scents like violet and lavender reportedly work best, with stronger fragrances less effective. Historian Beccaria urged planting odoriferous trees and shrubs to generate ozone and purify city air, aiding health in crowded areas. The piece praises lilacs and other bloom-rich plants, noting their long life and enduring fragrance in May.
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Beccarla
Boston Transcript
Sting on the Postal Service in a Flash of Anger
A Detroit Free Press item recounts a irate businessman's confrontation at a post office window. He complains the government hires incompetents after a letter to Cleveland fails to arrive. The clerk directs him to the superintendent and a tracer is promised, with the man finding the unaddressed letter in his pocket.
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Cleveland
George
Detroit Free Press
Misunderstanding Over Astronomy Books At Home
A gentleman asks where the library books came from and the wife reveals she bought every astronomy book she could find. He replies that he meant study economy, not astronomy, in a humorous exchange from Pearson's Weekly.
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Pearson's Weekly
The Same Old Way Curious Old Lady Dialogue
A brief snippet shows a Curious Old Lady questioning a man about how he arrived at a crime. Conviet responds that he was driven to it in the Black Maria as usual, illustrating a recurring justice tale in a Collier's Weekly fragment.
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Black Maria
Collier’s Weekly
A Truthful Man Miss Plainface Earnestly Dialogue
A quirky exchange unfolds with Mr Seekrox and Miss Plainface in Brooklyn Lite. The conversation centers on money and happiness, hinting at underlying tension and emotional stakes.
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Miss Plainface
Mr. Seekrox
Brooklyn Lite
Oldest German coal mines near Worms since 1195
The oldest German coal mines were first worked in 1195 near Worms. England did not begin coal mining until the fourteenth century. It cannot be too often repeated that it is not helps but obstacles that make men and bring final success.
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Worms
England
Lightning Rod Debate Splits Jericho over Schoolhouse
In Jericho a town meeting at the post office hosts a lively debate on installing a lightning rod for the 13 year old schoolhouse. Citizens trade quips and Homeric puns while the crowd weighs $38 versus $40, the risk of storms, and the value of education as emporium of liberty.
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Pap Perkins
C. B. Lewis
Jericho
Evenin
Deacon Spooner
Silas Lapham
Silas
Descon
United States
Enos Williams
Enos
Education
Moses
George Washington
John Hancock
Thomas Jefferson
Jim Taylor
Lish
M. Quan
Talismans in China and the lure of invulnerability
In Yunnan and among the lower Chinese classes, charms are common. A dragon's nest talisman promises safety from fire, and a female deer's horn allegedly allows long travel without fatigue. The author notes attempts to test invulnerability with a revolver at 80 paces, but finds locals unwilling to risk skepticism.
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China
Yunnan
Geographical Journal
First National Convention Preceded By Anti Masonics in 1831
The text notes an 1831 Baltimore gathering by the Anti Masonics as the first national convention, with delegates from all states and a presidential ticket. It contrasts with the Democrats' Baltimore convention in May 1882, where 818 delegates attended and the vice presidency was contested. Morrison led, while Henry Clay contended with 17 of 24 states represented. Since then nominating conventions became standard.
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Anti-Masonic Party
Baltimore
Morrison
Washington
Henry Clay
New York Sun
Living on the Bylaws Choate Health Quip Cited
Rufus Choate’s health faltered from overwork and Edward Everett warned him to slow down. Choate quipped that the constitution was ruined long ago and he was merely living on the bylaws.
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Rufus Choate
Edward Everett
Georgian Bay's Rich Fishing Grounds Highlighted in Great Lakes
In the Georgian Bay district some of the finest fishing grounds lie within the Great Lakes. From the cold deep waters, clear currents flow as thousands of rocky islets emerge, signaling rich fishing potential for the region.
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Great Lakes
Georgian Bay District
Georgian Bay
Choosing Dining Room Rugs by Budget and Taste
The article advises matching rug quality to budget, avoiding overly thin or thick options, and warns against carpet-piece rugs. It notes rugs can cover bare floors or mats, urges simple borders, and stresses using a rug darker than the room to prevent visual clash.
Knife Cleaner and Luncheon Advice From The Housekeeper Column
A description of novel knife cleaners with two rubber jaws and strap-like devices. Also a Housekeeper column advises on luncheon choices for warm weather, urging hearty breakfasts and avoiding heavy morning meats to start the day. It emphasizes practical, everyday kitchen tasks and meal planning.
Little Yellow Doctor Praises Lemonade's Refreshing Flavor
A seasonal monograph extols plain lemonade from pure lemon juice served ice cold. An old Virginia cook added sugar and thinning water to each lemon juice, with rind infused for subtle flavor. Pink lemonade appears when currant or raspberry juice is mixed in, pleasing children.
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Virginia
Ingenious Feathers Create Iridescent Screen Decor
An inventive use of pea cock feathers decorates a plane back screen with bronze iridescence. Feathers are cut and overlapped to mimic a bird’s breast, greens removed, and bronze portions showcased. A soft fabric base supports the arrangement with delicate butterfly accents.
Tribune Freeland News Flyer Seeks Local Readers
The Tribune promotes itself as Freeland’s leading newspaper offering local news and world condensed reports. At 1.50 per year the paper claims low cost and safe content suitable for the home circle and children.
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the Tribune
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