Daring Elopement Amid Umbra of the Colonel
A presumptuous suitor, a Charleston esque pursuit, and a dramatic elopement unfold as Charlotte and Robert Osborne flee a disapproving colonel. They marry with a minister’s consent, pursued by a red car, then marry in haste before the escaping chase ends. The colonel’s wrath yields to a late salvation as the car bearing Charlotte and Osborne receives the minister’s blessing.
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Charlotte
Osborne
Aly
Opert Osborne
Osforan
Char- Mentet
Yen
Robert
Robert Osborne
Training Hawks and the First Steps of Domestication
The article explains that training wild hawks begins with hunger to overcome fear of humans and gradual handling. It describes using a rafter hood as the first, looser hood for the bird, ensuring a proper fit to protect eyes and head, and notes the hood’s decorative tuft and feathers. The hood allows safe handling in various environments without provoking panic.
Verdict by Juror Split Forces Conviction in Assault Case
A Texas Law Notes column describes a jury verdict where eleven jurors favored acquittal, but one obstinate member insisted on a conviction for aggravated assault with a $25 fine. The eleven conceded, and collectively paid the fine to reach the verdict.
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Texas
Janin Lectures in Latin to a French Critic
A famed French writer Jules Janin responded to a richly ill tempered visitor who derided trivial matters in broken French. Politely listening, Janin finally spoke in Latin, prompting the visitor to demand understanding. He then quipped that the critic could not speak Latin worse than he spoke French.
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Jules Janin
Janin
M. Janin
Great Critle
Jesuit Priest Sherman Born In Ohio In 1850
The article recounts Rev Thomas H Sherman son of General William T Sherman, born 1850 in Lancaster Ohio, who left a promising legal path to join the Society of Jesus. He studied at St Louis University and Georgetown, trained at Stonyhurst England, and was ordained years ago. The piece also notes athletic events where James Mitchell and New York athletes dominated, with heavy New York points and an injury impacting chances.
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Becaumed
Thowan H. Sherman
Willian
Sharman
Church of Rome
Society of Jesus
Father Sherman
Lan
Stonyhurst
England
Out of Uncle Joe's Hands John Sharp
A New York Times quotation notes Williams' custom of objecting to bills by unanimous consent has caused havoc among lawmakers. One congressman asked the speaker for recognition to address Uncle Joe. the speaker deflected, saying to ask John Sharp.
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Uncle Joe
John Sharp
Williams
New York Times
Irish rivalries flare at peace union meeting
Representative Ryan of Buffalo attends the international parliamentary peace union meeting. A Missouri representative jokes about the Irish being ready for a fight. Ryan replies comparing a Buffalo policeman ready to shoot troublemakers, signaling a stance against conflict.
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Representative Ryan
Buffalo
International Parliamentary Peace Union
Ryan
Bartholdt
Missouri
Phelan of San Francisco A Notable Political Figure
James J. Phelan of San Francisco, a longtime relief committee custodian and prominent businessman, twice mayor and immediate predecessor to Mayor Schmitz. A California pioneer’s son, he is a millionaire known for his personable canvassing and focus on municipal improvement and governance.
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Phelan
San Francisco
James J. Phelan
Committee of Relief At
Schmitz
California
Janes D. Phelan
New York Athlete Wins Jumping Titles at Olympics
Ray Ewry of New York defeats top European jumpers to claim first place in both the standing broad jump and standing high jump at the Athos hosted Olympic games. A NYAC member, he also holds Sperling championship titles in these events, illustrating American dominance. The American victors showcase overwhelming strength across the games. Twenty twelve fifty.
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Ray Ewry
New York
Europe
AWS
Athos
Wry Wo
Inp
New York Athletic Club
Silo construction at University of Illinois 1903
A historic lecture notes a wooden plastered silo built at the University of Illinois in 1903. It details lathing without furring, two coats of cement-sand plaster, a half inch thickness, a conical roof, and a 34.5 foot depth silo holding 228 tons. The report stresses moisture protection and ventilation for longevity.
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University of Imois
Dougherty Holds Melody To A Draw In Milwaukee Welterweight Bout
Milwaukee welterweight Jack Dougherty battled Billy Melody to a hard fought draw. Dougherty set the pace early, forcing Melody to rally, and the bout remained nip and tuck from the second round onward, with both fighters exchanging hard blows until the final bell.
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Jack Dougherty
Milwaukee
Billy
Jack
Dougherty
Hloney
Mellody
Reds Predicted to Struggle for Fourth Place This Season
Ball players expect Ned Hanlon to fail to run a top Reds team this year. They foresee Cincinnati finishing no better than fourth. Garry Herrman is praised as a liberal magnate who funds players without price limits, yet outcomes remain similar each season. Cincinnati, a great baseball town, deserves a team that stays in the championship chase to the end.
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Ned
Hanlon
Reds
Cincinnati
Garry’ Herrman
Al Selbach Quits Bowling To Save Throwing Arm
Boston left fielder Al Selbach has given up bowling after a course of treatment restored his throwing arm. An expert two winters ago he played in exhibition and match games from Columbus to the Pacific coast, and the strain then caused his arm to tighten and hinder throws from the outfield until this spring.
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al Selbach
Boston
Columbus
Pacific Coast
St Louis Nationals Pitcher Jacobson Struggles in Debut
The St Louis Nationals credit Jacobson as a promising pitcher though he lost his first game. Bobby Wallace mishandled two grounders that turned victory into defeat. Jacobson showed spring form but may lack the stamina for a long season.
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St. Louis Nationals
Jacobson
Bobby Wallace
Handy lowers American one mile indoor swim record
J Handy of the Central YMCA Chicago lowered the American one mile indoor swimming mark to 26 minutes 13 seconds at the Central AAU championships. The previous record of 26 minutes 19 1/ seconds was held by C G M Daniels of New York.
Frisco Baseball Faces Vacation After Earthquake
Pro baseball may skip California this year due to the quake wrecking San Francisco. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland were on the circuit and all were affected by the disaster, delaying play until Frisco recovers.
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California
San Francisco
Frisco
Los Angeles
Oakland
Peanuts Grow in Egypt Illinois Farmers Boast
The Illinois region known as Egypt, famed for watermelons and sweet potatoes, now claims peanuts as a lucrative crop. A farmer reports sixty dollars an acre from his peanut crop, and others plan ventures after pioneers demonstrated viable growing methods in the area.
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Egypt
Illaois
Old
Virginia
Caution on mixing hen manure with ashes for fertilizer
Warns against applying hen manure and ashes together as a chemical reaction may release odor and reduce tonia. If both are used on the same ground, ashes should be mixed thoroughly with soil first, then manure applied separately.
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Antonia
Kennedy Laxative Honey and Tar Cough Remedy
A vintage remedy claims Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar cures coughs by easing congestion stopping tickling and driving the cold out through the bowels. Sold by all druggists.
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Kennedy
Homeseeker Excursion to Northwest West and Southwest
Ex excursion tickets at greatly reduced rates are on sale to the indicated territory via the North Western Line. Standard and Tourist Sleeping Cars Free Reclining Chair Cars and The Beat of Everything. North Western agents Chicago origin. Selection and details available through railway offices.
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Ublesgo
Chicago
Oren
Champaign
Ill
Northwestern
Chicago & North-Western
Hard headed Milton B H Smith Keeps Old Lamps in South
Milton B H Smith, president of the Toulsville and Nashville railroad, earned a reputation as a cautious businessman. A 15 year old anecdote recalls his skepticism of a gas lighting system for rail cars. He vowed to keep the old lamps until he no longer leads the line. Meanwhile, about thirty schools and 4,000 public school volunteers were active in Alder shot field operations.
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Milton BH. Smith
Toulsville, and Nashville Railroad
South
Tam
Smithi Smith
Trentsville
Nashville
New York
Dribune
Aldershot
Bng
Herpicide Ad Claims Eradicating Germs
An old advertisement touts Herpicide as a diaper free germ killer. It claims efficacy by the “test of use” and hypes a pleasant dressing for daily grooming. The copy directs readers to request a sample from The Herpicide Co. in Detroit and mentions a Special Agent, Joseph Hmmer?
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Portland
Maruette Portland
Marquette Cement
Chicago
Newhro
USA
Stanins
Herpicide Co
Detroit
Mich
Joseph Hmmert
Wall Paper and Painting Supplies in City
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County Treasurer and Sheriff Candidate Announcements
A set of brief notices from individuals announcing candidacies for local offices. Shaffer and others declare runs for County Treasurer or Sheriff of Stephenson County, subject to Republican primaries, listing names and intent.
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Dawtt
R-Adkentt
Thomas C. Shaffer
M. G. RS
Stephenson County
Olson
B. F. Brubaker
Hin
W.d. Moann
J. Mason FO
Lhereby
W. H. Shons
Qounty
Republican Primariss 2
Lédwil
Henry Alvaman
S . Ss. M. Malnix
F. Cc. Held
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Martin J Sheridan
Ray Eway
James D. Phelan
Siation
Amaury II
Jerusalem
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d'Therlin
Napleuse
Sa Indi
Maraclons
Syria
Hanlon and
Waterman Ideal
Ittowagner
Galena St
Illinois Central
R. R
Madison, Wis
Madison
Freeport
Swarts & Fleck
General Assembly
Illinois
Republican Party
William W. Krape
D&wtt
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
St. Paul
Chicago Great Western Railway
Great Western
J. P. Elmer
Minn
Minneapolis Kansas City
Omaha
Council Bluffs
J.P. Elmer
Genaeal
St. Pay
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