Parliament prorogued amid war talks and China crisis
The six edition reports the prorogation after the appropriation bill passage, Queen's speech praising allied troops in South Africa, calls for punishment for Chinese insurgents, hints at imperial policy, and notes Chamberlain’s lively Commons responses alongside war and immigration references.
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London
Europe
America
Australia
South Africa
Canada
Shen Gaye
China
Wielsuire
Pekin
Moti
Apoem
India
Sousa
Staty
Coloniog
Mr Chamberlain
Orbisen
London bankers laud US loan allocations in wartime notes
London financial writers report that the £10,000,000 war loan allotment to the United States is viewed as favorable by English banks. New York brokers Baring Magoun announce $28,000,000 of new Exchequer loan allotted to subscribers in the United States. total subscriptions in the country surpass £55,000,000.
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London
Augie
United States
New York
Augusta
Baring, Magoun & Co
Imprisonments In Political Outburst Case
August and Giovanna Turno jailed for six months after apology for Humbert assassination. They insulted Poxario mayor and shouted LobK live anarchy. Philione Rico sentenced to two years for related charges.
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Giovanna Turno
Kine Humbert
Poxario
Philione Rico
Floating of the Wpherson: Ship Officers Crash Incident
A report describes a collision involving ship officers aboard a Norwegian steamship Jamaica. The tale notes a crash at sea and outlines subsequent actions by crew and authorities. Further details remain unclear in the fragment.
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Associated Thrynm.t
Gteamclip Jamaice
Grape-Nuts Ad Promotes Easy Digestion for Infants
A letter from Alvin Texas praises Grape-Nuts as a safe digestible food for babies in hot weather. The writer notes the product is suitable for infants six months and older and claims it aids digestion without drugs or chemicals. The message also mentions Grape-Nuts as useful for adults.
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Infanta
Alvin
Texas
Funeral Train Carries Humbert Descendant to Rome
The funeral train bearing the remains of King Humbert left Monza for Rome, with the Duke of Aosta and the Count of Operto. Thousands gathered at Milamail station as the royal party proceeded to the Quirinal, where ceremonies began without pomp per the queen’s wish.
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Rome
Humbert
Monza
Aosta
Operto
Milimail
Quirinal
Ilena
Nina Anndred
Dole- Kotiona
Andream
Heat Wave Devastates City With Casualties and Damage
A severe heat wave grips Chicago with deadly impact. Reported deaths reach twenty four in the last day and hundreds suffer illness and prostration. Tenements endure fires and collapsed sidewalks as residents seek shade and relief. officials note extreme heat and urban stress.
Real Estate and Investment Firms Mobilize in New York
The telegraphic notes report a national push by real estate men and investors in New York to organize long term holdings. The Union Metallic Cartridge Co works tirelessly to fill ammunition orders as investments grow. Walter Cimpana and a legislative committee are highlighted, with football rule revisions anticipated for the coming season.
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New York
Augiat
Firidsenact
Cann
Union Metallic Cartridge Company
Amveral Iovertmenta
Mide
Naéokine Wousen
Ciwardins
Walter Cimpana
Hatt
Biey
Conviction in Molineux Murder Raises Taxpayer Debate
The New York county case against Roland Burnham Molineux for the Kate Adame Tile murder triggered over 100000 in expenses chiefly for handwriting experts. Controller Coler seeks settlements amid a protracted dispute with District Attorney Guirdiner over unpaid claims.
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New York
Roland Burnham Malineux
Mre
Kate Adame
New York County
Herald
Coler
Disteigh Auorey Guirdiner
Sheldon Returns From London After Edeavor Meeting
Rev. Charles M Sheldon of Topeka Kansas has arrived on the steamship Teutonic back in New York after attending the Christian Endeavor conference in London. Asked about press coverage of his Capital editorials he offered little comment stating there is nothing he cares to say and suggesting any publication may be delayed.
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New York
Charles M Sheldon
Topeka
Kan
Teutonic
Aucuet
Tribune
London
Siraude Masdonald
Poklu Legation
Ita
Minteter
Broderick
House of Commons
Sir Claude
Foreign Office
Gonodnow
United States
Li Hung Chang
Li Ping Heng
Tung Twnh Siang
Count von Waldersee
China
Ihe
Reneralizalmo
Germany
Downing
France
Yang Tai Valley
Great Britain
Europe
Pol Tsang
England
South Africa
Transvaal
Sour Lake waters praised as strongest in years
An elderly guest of Sour Lake extols the mineral waters and acid bath saying they are stronger than ever and a month there could prevent grippe and winter illnesses, asserting the treatment is harmless and inexpensive.
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Sour Lake
la Grippe
W L Btacy Pharmacy Ad At 416 Main St
Complete stock new fresh drugs and sundries. Pharmacy offers prescription work as a specialty. Night bell service and prompt delivery. Phone 454. Located under Capitol Hotel at 416 Main St.
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Main ST
Capitol Hotel
Mall Orden
A Hard Road to Pekin Seen by Allied Forces
A vivid account from W. Kal Kee describes the route from Tien Tin to Pekin through marshes and rice fields. He notes treacherous terrain, mud, and water obstacles that hinder Allied advance and threaten fever among troops.
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New York
Pekin
W. Kal Kee
Wau
Tien Tin
Chita
Yang Tsui
Gardenia
Lata Lane
Tafe Ging
Tien Trin
Gloomy China News Dominates London Dispatches
A London dispatch relays grim China war coverage with the New York Tribune noting doubtful allies prospects. It discusses British fears over Pekin crisis, the fate of ministers, and possible German command while stressing cautious diplomacy in Central China.
Export of Foodstaff to the North Prohibited
A London dispatch reports New York August 8 that cina news is limited to memages from Pekin ministers and The Express' correspondent in Ghanghal notes export restrictions affecting northern regions.
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Brenham Budget and Local Happenings Report
Brenham notes reveal a thirty year old Seelhorst homestead tree still bearing well and a bountiful year of fruit. Mint Estelle Schwarts of Hempentend will sing at a summer night concert with Lizzie Lewis. A hunting party returned from Foldly in Mexico after killing thirty eight prey chickens and capturing a set of troys. The group included O F Seward Osier and Clay Seward and many locals, praising new growth in the herd.
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Mint Estelle Schwarts
Hempetend
Misa Lizgie Lewis
Thureday
How
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B.tinghett
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Wisher County News Crop Prospects Improve
In Wisher County August report Roby Teans notes crops and rain are excellent, with prospects for cotton up to hopes of a bale per acre. Trade activity is slow but stock and cattle remain in good condition. Confederate veteran reunion planned in Roby on August 22 and 23, with large expected attendance and strong interest in rest estate.
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Atrock
Hempstead Notes Highlight Exams Weddings and Beginnings
Hempstead Texas notes report thirty teachers taking the colored normal examination. A banquet honored examiner Prof C W Locke and conductors. Prairie View nuptials joined J G C Rhone and Miss Mattie Letourneau with Rev George H Phair officiating. A missing notary benefit for Miss Nello Kamper is planned. A birth celebrates Mr and Mrs W F Duer. Miss Agnes Ducran of Houston and Miss Sloan of Mayesville visit Mrs Saw Farquhar.
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Boston
Wey
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Houston
Joule Sloan
Mavestia
Mra
Saw Farqubaur
Victoria Texans discuss upcoming convention and local posts
Victoria Texas officials and business leaders met as telegrams announced the arrival of Hunter the newly appointed general secretary and director of physical work. The Johannesburg style notes mention W M Lewis and W C Wertherimer covering post office duties during absence. Local figures Heath Kibte McParnum Huthey and J A Wheeler travel to attend a South Texas trade convention and representing various counties and firms.
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Texas
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Young Men's Christian Association
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Ste
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Oyce
Tyig
Jower
Ogee Cgitteri
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Wertheimer
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Aiferman
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Konvention Rt
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Browpavills
Mores County
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Eine Sane
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Toxas
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Houston
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Wolth Neville
Sir. Wateon
Mission Valley
la Porte
Chappell Mill Notes Report on Nicholeon and Local Happenings
Report from Chappell noting the death of James Nicholeon of Navawota and his brother Ur BR. B. Nicholeon as messenger at arrival. James Nicholeon faces possible surgery for a brain condition with doctor advice. Rain limits attendance at the Guinp meeting, guests travel by horse to reach the event. Miss Voralle Collins visits from WFrapkins as guest of Mattye Gecke. Mattie Perkins elected teacher at Village Mille school, to depart in September.
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Chappell
Voralle Collins
Moat
Youan Lade
Wfrapkins
Mise
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Will
Mite
Mattie Perkins
Village Mille
Houston Light Guard Elects New Members and Officers
At a 8:00 p m meeting in Houston three new members were elected and officers named: L Bennett flat sergeant W P Bryan quartermaster sergeant W Pearson second sergeant H H James third sergeant G A Gibbons Jr flat corporal Matt Balley second corporal B A Brown third corporal W H Gibbons fourth corporal After the session a social gathering with refreshments followed.
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Houston Light Guard
Turner Hall Improvements Plan Discussed by Turnverein Directory
At a Turnverein meeting last night members discussed muting material improvements to Turner Hall. The plan contemplates raising the hall to add a fourth basement floor with the bar club room and bowling alley moved downstairs. The main hall would be enlarged by extending the back about thirty feet and creating more garden space. A committee was appointed to put the plan into practical execution.
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The
Turnverein
Peener
Remarkable Blood Poison Cure Promised Free Trial
State Medical Institute announces a free trial treatment for blood poison with claims of curing mucous patches ulcers and hair loss. The program ships packets to sufferers unable to travel, promising a private at home cure and urging immediate writing for the free trial kit.
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State Medical Institute
Gi. Hlektron
Bite
Ft Wayne
Ind
Wayne
Rain statistics for Houston seven months of the year
John A. McNabb reports rainfall in Houston for seven months and one week through August 1. The record lists rainy days and total precipitation, showing 101 rainfall days and 46.45 inches of rain for the period.
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John A. McNabb
Total Observer
Tea
Houston
Harris County Belgian Hare Club Meets in Houston
The Harris County Belgian Hare Club held a meeting at Houston Poultry Supply, 718 Travis Street. Directors reported on plans to join with South Texas Poultry and Pet Stock association for a joint show during the Flower Festival, and a local registry for Houston was approved. Four membership applications were accepted and the charter will remain open until August 14, with new members required to be Belgian hare breeders for twelve months.
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Harris County
Houston Poultry Supply Company
Travis Street
South Texas Poultry and Pet Stock Association
Iegard
Houston
Membernablp
School Board Advances Repairs and New Rooms
The school board met with the same members as the prior meeting to discuss repairs for school buildings. The committee was authorized to proceed with needed repairs and two additional rooms will open in the fifth ward at Cancura and Elyssin Street schools. New supervisors were chosen, and several changes were made in janitorial staff with names unclear.
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Setrelars Tracy
Mike
Cancura
Elyssin
Miran Johnel Brean
Lola Carroll
Aohers
Arsonald
Deaths and funeral notices from Stevens Street and Congress Avenue
The death of Mrs Mary Owens aged 45 wife of John Qwen Sr of Stevens street occurred yesterday at 7 16 am. The funeral service will be at St Portick's church at 2 pm with pallbearers Jock Kennedy John T Browne A McDonald John Powers Joh Malloy and James P Welch. William N Koch died Monday and was buried at Glenwood cemetery after services at his residence 2201 Congress avenue.
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Mary Qwene
John Qwen
Stevens Street
St. Portick’s
Glengook
Jock Kennedy
John T. Browne
A. McDonald
John Powers
Joh Malloy
James P. Welch
William N. Koch
Congress Avenue
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Glenwood Cemetery
Hotel Rates at Sour Lake Offer Cheap Boarding
From August to October 1 hotel rates run one to two dollars per day depending on room type. Includes best board and unlimited mineral water. The scheme claims to cure and save money next winter, urging travelers to take advantage of low prices while they last.
Sour Lake Vacation Seeks Winter Well With Free Drinks
The Sour Lake Springa Company offers a 7 am Gowther Pacific train from Houston to Sour Lake with Mouston Transfer handling station to hotel transfers. Round trip tickets include passenger transfer, hotel stay, and free drinks for guests, with a newly refitted hotel and mineral waters praised as best.
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Gowther
Pacific
Houston
Sour Lake
Mouston
Media Air
Sour Lake Springa Company
Texag
Wave of prescriptions filled at Kres Langs Drug Store
Prescription fills reported at Kres Langs Drug Store located at 502 Main Street near the corner of Preirie Avenue. The item notes a busy filling window and mentions Freach druga rga as part of the readable fragment.
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Kres- Lang's
Preirie Avenue
Freach Druga—Rgale
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