Convention Machinery and Atmosphere of 1912 Republicans
By James Arthur, the piece previews the 1912 Republican National Convention in Chicago. It details logistics from seating and tickets to decorations, press arrangements, and security, plus the scale of 1076 delegates, the expected chaos, and the ceremonial opening leading to the presidential nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Arthur
Fort Dearborn
Chicago
William Howard Taft
Theolore Hoogevelt
Robert M. Ta Follette
Albert Naird Commins
Bouilt
William Jennings Ryan
National Committee
Court of St. James Presents American Social Customs
The New York Telegraph notes that court presentations require more than mere eligibility. An American girl can be presented if she has suitable influence with a socially acceptable patron, but invitations to exclusive events do not follow automatically. The ceremony signals only minor social status unless the individual already holds real influence or prominence.
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Deviegales
National Committee
Atreeta
Hawaii
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Texas
Massachusetts
Missouri
Florida
Maine
North Dakota
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Idaho
Montana
New Hampshire
Utah
Vermont
Arizona
Delaware
Tiawali
Nevada
New Mexico
Wyoming
Alaska
District of Columbia
Phiippine Islands
Porto Hlco
St. James
London
New York Telegraph
Hoole
Virginia
Colossal Aeolian Harp Attracts Noted Inventor Near Basel
A gigantic meteorological Aeolian harp, built by M. Veritan, provost of Burkli near Basel, measured 320 feet long with fifteen iron wires stretched between two poles. The instrument, erected in 157, sounded loudly with weather changes, likening to water, harmonica, distant chimes, or organ. Also noted is an old Boston Gazette ad suggesting Paul Revere as a dentist who offered artificial teeth replacements and fastening methods lo learned from John Baker.
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National Committee
M. Veritan
Burkli
Basel
Paul Revere
Boston Gazette
Country Journal
Revere
Panl Revere
Goldsmith
Clarke
Honey’s preservative power boosts its baking value
In Europe honey is valued highly for food use and preservation. The Christian Herald notes honey bread in France stays moist and fresh longer, and that the unchanging quality of honey delights top confectioners.
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Europe
United States
France
Christian Herald
Spiders Versus Insects Detailed in Old Text
The article explains spiders as eight legged creatures distinct from insects. It notes spiders have a fused body, simple eyes, and different nervous, circulatory, and respiratory systems compared with insects.
Longest Cough on Record at Tiger Feast
The Londen Standard describes a tiger advancing toward the observer and emitting a fearsome eleven foot cough, a sound only someone close to such a feast could understand.
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Londen Standard
Fragmented Detroit Free Press Clip on Fashion Statements
A garbled Detroit Free Press fragment notes a woman’s style and the effect of pressed clothes. The text is incomplete and difficult to interpret, hindering clear events or names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shea
Detroit Free Press
Solid Engagement Then Ledger of Services Noted
A fragmentary note from the Christian Herald hints at a monthlong engagement. The text mentions keeping a ledger of services and solid assurances from a speaker or partner.
City repairs bid notice for Street improvements
Notice from Hood River records contractors Chas Connor and Son having completed state Street improvements adjoining block one Waucowa. It lists cost at 87280 and invites objections to acceptance within seven days from publication. Published in Hood River News.
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Chas
Connor
Eaid
Sold City
City Recorder
Hoytoe
Hood River News
Lane Std
Wie
TL. Hower
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Taft
Harris & Ewing
Roosevelt
American Press Association
Victor Rosewater
Ahinitman
Nathonal Committee
Tim of Milne
Rosewater
Omaha Roe
American Real Association
Eliiu §Oot
Tempounany
Court OF ST. James
Veritan
Love Keep
Sotke
Zhe
the Quality Store
Hood River Valley
Cuisee
Cei
L.J. Gates
Cash Grocery
Mason
Upper Valley People
R. J. McIsaac & Co
Parkdale, Oregon
Sous
Assured Service
Hood River Gas & Electric Company
Third and
Cascade Ave
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