Gravity of Situation Shown in Message by Senate President
Washington January 12 special. The president sent a message to the senate urging action to remedy a brake in the Colorado river four miles below the international boundary in Mexico that threatens Imperial valley California property interests. The message warns that delay could make the conditions so extreme as to be impracticable to remedy.
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Washington
Colorado River
International Boundary Line
Mexico
Imperial Valley
California
San Domingo
Pacific
Pacific Coast
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South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Cuba
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Brownsville
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America
Polonyi Demands Retraction Over Abuse Charge
Budapest January 12 Special Polonyi minister of justice sends seconds to former Budapest burgomaster Halmost to demand retraction and apology for a public accusation that Polonyi abused his position to aid a personal friend.
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Budapest
Polonyi
Halmost
Exburgomaster
Root to visit Ottawa as social guests of governor general
Secretary Root and Mrs. Root will leave Washington January 17 for Ottawa Canada to be guests of the governor general. Root said the visit is purely social and not official business. The announcement came from the State Department in Washington.
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Washington
Root
Mrs. Root
Ottawa
Canada
Chinese Killed in Feud Sparks Chinatown Outbreak
In Oakland California a feud in Chinatown left one Chinese man killed and four wounded. The violence began with the assassination of Lee Woo Dong, a prominent capitalist. Several Chinese were arrested as authorities investigated.
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Oakland
Cal
Chinatown
Lee Woo Dong
Alderman Found Guilty In Bribe Solicitation Case
Pittsburg January 12 William A Martin a member of the common council was found guilty today of soliciting a bribe in connection with the proposed railroad franchise.
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Pittsburg
William A. Martin
Weather Outlook for Chicago Jan 12 Special
In Illinois rain in the south with rain or snow in the north. notably colder with a cold wave in the southwest tonight. Sunday expected fair, except in the south where precipitation persists. Sun rose 7 29 a m and set 4 49 p m.
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Chicago
Seta
Roosevelt Made Honorary Member of Royal Geographical Society
London report notes President Roosevelt has been elected an honorary member of the Royal Geographical Society. The announcement marks another honor for the American leader recognized by the prestigious organization.
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London
Roosevelt
Royal Geographical Society
Market Report shows mixed futures and livestock quotes
Chicago closing board of trade quotes list May wheat at 765, May corn 433, May oats 3861, Jan pork 15.90, Jan lard 9.20, Jan ribs 8.82. Union stock yards quotes show cattle 4100 steady, hogs 19,000 steady, beef varieties 4.20 to 4.75, sheep 2,000 steady with 85.74 and 3,600 appearing in the figures.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Union
Ushers Minstrels at Grand Opera House This Tuesday
The Ushers minstrels show moves to one night only at the Grand Opera House, now scheduled for Tuesday evening rather than Tuesday and Wednesday as earlier announced.
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Grand Opera House
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Remedy Ad
Indigestion and constipation woes are soothed with Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. The ad touts the remedy as the greatest known to mankind, priced at 85 cents for Tea or Tablets, attributed to Joseph Emmeret.
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Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Joseph Emmeret
Right Name Mr August Sherpe Talks of Dr King Pills
The popular Fort Madison Iowa overseer of the poor, August Sherpe, praises Dr Kings New Life Pills as rightly named. He claims they act more agreeably and do more good than any laxative and guarantee to cure biliousness and constipation. Price is 25 cents at Joseph Em bert's drug store.
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August Sherpe
Fort Madison
Dr. King
Joseph Embert
Golden Eagle Clearance Sale Notice
A local notice announces a clearance sale at Golden Eagle with a date of January 16 and limited details. The item emphasizes storewide discounts and hours, inviting readers to visit the venue for bargains.
Tillman rails at president over Brownsville race row
Senator Tillman denounces the Brownsville affair and the president’s handling as lynching. He argues innocent black soldiers suffered with guilty ones, cites mismanagement, voter rights battles, and race policy implications across the South and nation, urging white dominance in governance.
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Brownsville
Capitol
Senate
Texas
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Athens
Ohio
War Department
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Dent Davon
Amy
Titian
United
Cuba
Teachers Host Reception at Center Street School
A large crowd visited Center Street School last evening as teachers offered a reception. Pupils’ work was on display drawing unanimous praise for the thoroughness of principal Miss Edith Voigt. A delightful program followed.
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Center Street
Edith Voigt
First Snow Storm Delights Readers With Wintery Veil
The first snow of the year touched this area last night. It lacks enough to sled or sleigh, but the white mantle blankets the ground and signals a true winter scene for the season.
Marshalls Best Flour Sale Below Cost in Freeport
HIGHEST GRADE MINNESOTA FLOUR BELOW COST On Saturday and Monday, Jan. 12 and 4, to introduce MARSHALL'S BEST FLOUR we offer 100 sacks at ONE DOLLAR PER SACK. Limit two sacks per family. Flour guaranteed. sale by SERF & HAIGHT at 32 Stephens St. St. Paul Phones 141.
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Minnesota
Freeport
Serf & Haight
Stephens
Golden Fagle clearance sale kicks off with double money value
The notice states a clearance sale at the Golden Fagle where buyers will get double value for their money. It notes a January start and emphasizes bargain pricing, inviting shoppers to take advantage of the limited time event.
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Jan. Bith
Overcoat Purchase Promises Shoes at Small Outfit Sale
A local notice advertises a bargain where a $3.50 pair of shoes comes with every overcoat or suit priced at $18.00. Brand: BR, LUECKE. End of notice.
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Luecke
Golden Eagle annual clearing sale opens in January
The Golden Eagle announces its annual clearing sale aimed at saving shoppers money, starting January 6 and running for a limited time. Local store promotes discounts on a wide range of goods and invites customers to attend.
Freeport Fire Insurance Venture Backed by Chicago Figures
J Herbert Anderson of Chicago visited Freeport to promote a new fire insurance company to replace the old German firm. Douglas Pattison, his attorney here, says the venture will launch with backing from fortunes and aims to issue $200,000 in local stock. Some Freeport capitalists have not rushed to subscribe as discussions on a local office and director elections stall.
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J. Herbert Anderson
Chicago
Freeport
Anderson
Douglas Pattison
Pattison
Freeport German Fire Insurance Company
Aderson
New York City
Freeport Citizens
Mrs Koenig Hosts Surprise Social for Choir Members
Mrs William Koenig entertained the First M S K choir at her Stephenson street home in Stephenson, a surprise party for her daughter Miss Cora Koenig who is a choir member. The evening featured various games, choir selections and several solo performances by members.
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William Koenig
M. Sk
Stephenson Street
Cora Koenig
A C Kennedy to Wed Frances Palmer in January
A C Kennedy of Freeport, traveling representative for a Chicago drug firm, will marry Frances Palmer of Princeton in late January. The couple have been frequent visitors to Freeport and plan a January 2 wedding moment.
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A.C. Kennedy
Freeport
Frances Palmer
Princeton
Kennedy
Chicago
Miss Palmer
Ladies' auxiliary hosts afternoon card party next Thursday
The Ladies' auxiliary No. s to the Boost Lodge will hold an afternoon card party starting at 2 30 next Thursday.
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Ladies’ Auxiliary
B.ost L. BE
Clairvoyant at No 30 Chicago Street One Week More
A renowned clairvoyant session continues at 30 Chicago Street for another week. Hours are from 9 in the morning to 9 in the evening. Public interest and curiosity draw local residents seeking insights.
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Chicago Street
Wanted help at Sunners' willinery store
Help needed for spripe season at Sunners' willinery store. Positions include a competent maker a saleslady and an apprentice apply at once.
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Sunners
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