Norman Jf Mack of Buffalo Named Democratic Leader
Norman Jf Mack, director of Bryan's Campaign and chair man of the Democratic national committee, has long been a close ally of Mr. Ryan since 1896. A Canadian native who came to the United States as a youth, Mack built the Buffalo Times and later the Daily Times, becoming a wealthy and leading Buffalo citizen.
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Senator Pressures White House Over Appointing Jailed Friend
A Pacific coast senator urges the White House to appoint a constituent despite a prior conviction. The president notes a history of incarcerations before vowing to finish appointing those who have stayed out of jail. The senator quickly realizes the effort failed.
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Governor Haskell of Oklahoma Becomes Democratic Finance Leader
Governor Charles N. Haskell, Oklahoma’s first state governor and former Ohio-born schoolteacher turned lawyer, moved to Muskogee in 1901 and later engaged in railroad construction. He rose to political prominence, served in the Oklahoma constitutional convention, and is the new treasurer of the Democratic National Committee.
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Objection to Amazons at a New York Dinner Party
During a New York dinner party General FLOD joked about women’s emancipation. He quipped that women would not make good soldiers because they would never grow old enough to be placed on the retired list.
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Wedded at Last in a Small Town Romance
In a Tel These ward tale a longtime couple finally wed after a years long courtship. One resident recalls a warm August day when a couple’s meeting under a tree sparked a bond that grew into marriage in the close knit Alabama community.
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Odd Western wedding caper at the Eagle hotel
A humorous tale from Nevada unfolds as Poker Jack and Cactus Bill pursue a divorce and remarriage plot involving Liza Johnson of Arizona. Divinity Dave the sleeping minister is pressured into performing the ceremony as Nevada Bill and the groom threaten wild confrontations. The whole affair ends with a double divorce and a topsy turvy romance setting.
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The Egotism of English The capital I usage explored
A concise note on how English treats the pronoun I with a capital letter and what this convention reveals about self reference and language style across contexts. The piece analyzes stylistic choices and historical shifts in capitalization norms.
The City Boy Needs Space to Grow
A columnist argues that city boys lack wide spaces and sympathetic contact with nature, making them restless and misjudged. He praises the country upbringing for fostering honesty, fair play, and vitality and urges more parks, playgrounds, and juvenile support to give city boys room to thrive.
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Touching for King's Evil in Early Modern England
A historical note recounts the king's touch for the king's evil from 1601 to 1682 with 2107 patients receiving a gold coin on a ribbon. It discusses limits on the number touched, parish certificates from ministers, and a 1683 proclamation by Charles II setting touch times and required certificates.
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Bear Hunting Tactics From Field and Stream
The writer compares dangers of brown black and grizzly bears and offers hunting guidance. He notes climbing trees with black bears, risks when shot is crippled, daylight trail to a bear’s home, snowy ground quieting twigs, and the best aim is a quick brain shot to stop the bear.
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Swords and Beards in English Gentlemen's Style
The piece notes that in past England, all gentle men wore swords and beards. It claims disputes were settled with swords and beard styles influenced by these duels, leading bluffers to hack beards into bold, irregular shapes to appear fierce and dangerous.
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Lawyer Pleads Before Jury Amid Stingy Opponent
A lawyer named Sutton addresses a jury in a case noting the opposing party has a stingy reputation. He quips that if an ant could carry a portion of sand from that man, even the Supreme Court would not find fault and would rule in his favor.
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It Would Come for the Rest of the Week
A tired book keeper asks to leave for the remainder of the week. The employer rejects the request and says the rest of the week will come to him, implying duties or relief will arrive through steady work.
What She Wanted
A witty exchange about marriage and the need for guidance. A humorous line suggests a book to teach wives how to influence husbands while preferring a guide for obtaining and keeping a husband.
Quote on Luck and Effort from Kansas City Times
A Kansas City Times quotation argues luck works best after one has completed all other efforts, framing luck as a supplement to determined work and preparation guiding success.
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A Politician's Way
A quip suggests the boy who ran away for pie has no political instincts. The true politician would stay home steal the pie and make his mother think she had eaten it.
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Philadelphia
Waiter and Diner Dispute Over Tip Expectation
A diner complains after waiting thirty minutes for a steak while pressuring the waiter for a tip. The exchange highlights tensions over service expectations and gratuity etiquette in a restaurant setting.
The Man Who Has Failed Object Lesson
A concise editorial note from the Chicago Record-Herald asserts that even a person who has failed deserves consideration and serves a noble purpose as an object lesson.
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Roy Thomas Shines With Pirates After Exit From Phillies
Roy Thomas has impressed for the Pirates with strong hitting and sensational fielding after leaving the Phillies where he spent over ten years. The article notes his move to Pittsburgh and questions whether his former team or new club can handle his talent.
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Chicago Americans Sign Western League Star Matticks
Walter Matticks, Pueblo’s standout fast outfielder and Western league sensation, sold to Charles A. Comiskey for 2500 dollars. He will join the Chicago Americans and report after September 14. Known for over 300 batting, a superb arm, and frequent runs cut off at center field, he is a St. Louis native who played in the town league last season.
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Windsor race track under construction across the river
A large work force is building a race track and grandstand at Windsor across from Detroit. The facility will serve northern circuit owners unable to move horses to California, with New Orleans closed next winter. Backer Joseph Jones expects at least 500 horses to be on hand.
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Movement to switch football and cricket seasons
Letters to the English press push swapping two months of sport seasons. Proposals suggest starting cricket in June and ending in September while football would run September to April. Rumors say major associations may meet to agree on the swap.
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Scullers Agree to Thames Race for English Championship
Australian champion George Towns and English title holder Ernest Barrie will row a straightaway race along the champion ship course in the Thames for a $1000 side bet. The match is set for October 12 between Putney Bridge and Mortlake ship.
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Berrien Chosen Next Naval Academy Football Coach
Lieutenant Prank DL reports that Berrien will not serve as head coach of the Naval Academy football team next season unless department orders allow his Annapolis assignment. Ensign Douglas T. Howard is named held coach for the team of 1960.
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New Baseball League Spreading Across North America
The International Baseball league expanding with cities in Canada and the United States grows stronger daily. No report confirms a Buffalo invasion or a threat to the Eastern league, though the league may tighten its position.
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Dahlen Stars For Boston Americans In Notable Game
Bill Dahlen is thriving with the Boston Americans. He is hitting above .280 and plays a magnificent game in the field.
Meanest Man In Town Sued For Alienation Of Wifes Affections
In a courthouse exchange Mrs Dewtell accuses Mr Hankinson of being the meanest man, noting she sued for alienation of his wife’s affections and set damages at ten dollars. An ad promotes Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup with a money back guarantee for constipation and indigestion.
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