Atlantic naval maneuvers off Provincetown end in draw
The Atlantic fleet staged summer maneuvers near Provincetown Massachusetts from July 7 to August 5 featuring 50 ships 12 torpedo boats and four submarines. Torpedoes were fired by wireless telegraph with battleships and smaller craft exchanging mock blows as President Taft and Secretary Meyer observed from shore.
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Mass
Atlantic Ocean
Sam
Massachusetts
Taft
Seaton’ Schroeder
U. S. S. Connecticut
Schroeder
Davy Jones’ Locker
Connecticut
Provincetown
United States
Castine
Virginia Capes
War Department
Hampton Roads
West Indian
ITV
New England
Boston
Penobscot Bay
Portland
Marblehead
Portsmouth
N. H
Eastport
Brockport
Gloucester
Booth Bay
Navy Department
Meyer
Nicholson
O'Brien
Montgomery
Dixie
Stop Eating and Get Well Dr Guelpa Advocates Starvation Cure
The article cites Dr Guelpa claiming illness cure begins with weight loss and urges occasional fasting as a first duty to remove diseased tissue. He states three days without food is possible for many, though initial weakness and cold susceptibility may occur, with precautions such as extra clothing and hot drinks. The Port Bu Chamber of Commerce is mentioned.
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Gisesoa
Amico
Dr. Guelpa
The Daring of the Way Vaudeville Line Ends
A veteran vaudeville performer laments the removal of classic patter and stunts from Eastern circuits. He recalls killer gags and audience reactions, arguing art has died as circuits cut time worn routines. He vows loyalty to his craft despite changes.
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Beau
Giddles on Stage Heroes and Everyday Nobility
A satirical mock dialogue contrasts stage heroes with real life, noting aging, marriage, and reform through humorous anecdotes. It ends with a secretary being asked to write a ten page article on the fading inner truth of humanity.
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Africa
Local Fresno Grower Claims New Auto-Chestnut Hybrid
James Henry Tidmore of Fresno reports developing a new chestnut hybrid by grafting a gasoline can to a tree. He says this year's nuts appeared dusty with a gasoline odor and goggles shaped, naming them auto-cheatnut. He plans crosses with trumpet vine to make a honk honk variety next spring.
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Burbanking
James Henry Tidmore
Fresno
Cal
Ladies Dance Show Confetti of Clothes and Laughs
A fragment describes a dance show with women, their attire, and audience reactions. The lines suggest playful performance and spectators’ amused responses, though details are unclear.
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Hat’s. Art. the
He A Woman Holds Onto Love Letter Even When Forgotten
A lighthearted note highlights a woman who cannot bear to tear up a love letter, even after she no longer recalls who penned it.
Eczema sufferer healed by Cuticura remedies
Charles T. Bauer of Volant Pennsylvania endured eczema on hands arms and feet for about twelve years. swelling itching and peeling gave raw surfaces until Cuticura remedies were used. marked improvement followed and no further trouble since. March 11 1908. Potter Drug & Chem Corp sole props Boston.
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Charles T. Bauer
Volant
Potter Drug & Chem: Corp. Sole Props
Bostom
The Force of Habit at Camp Echo
A dean recalls a Maine boyhood tale about Thomas and a colt. The story notes the colt swam a river to reach water at the barn yard, illustrating a lesson about behavior. Dick asks for details, and the dean highlights instinct and habit in youth.
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Thomas
Colt
Maine
Marketed Medicines and Social Mirth In Odd Ad Snippet
An OCR snippet parodies patent remedies and tobacco ads. It mentions Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup claimed to ease teething pain and wind colic for children, alongside Lewis' Single Binder cigars advertised as rich and mellow. The text also contains odd social observations about generous behavior and smiles.
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