European antique trade thrives on American demand
European makers run full tilt to supply a booming US market for old tapestries and other antiques. Fraudulent copies flood Europe and Britain, with many pieces forged or veneered to fetch high prices. The U S Department of Commerce warns buyers to seek expert guarantees as Americans fuel this global ruse.
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United States
London
Hayti
New England
Black Republic
China
United Kingdom
Europe
United States Department of Commerce and Labor
Bts
Dressien
Chelsea
Worcester
Bow
Derby
Spode
Coalport
Rockingham
Wedgwoo
Mason
Great Britain
Iloll
England
Sheraton
Oriental Empire
Nation's farm values rise in Wilson report
Secretary Wilson notes total farm product value for 1909 at 8.76 billion dollars, with corn alone near 720 million and cotton and wheat also sizable. The piece critiques farm culture and school societies fostering snobbery and rebellion against authority.
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Atump Crator
Wilson
Richmond
Times-Dispatch
Ecclesiastical Demagogues Denounced by Ban Matthews
Ban Matthews denounces ministerial demagogues in Chautauqua addresses questioning clerical figures who seek personal gain rather than church progress. He warns that demagoguery exists among ultraconservatives and supposed progressives, driven by selfish desire for cheap praise and fame. Moneys, Milwaukee Sentinel.
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Ban Matthews
Chautauqua
Beth
Matthews
Milwakes Hentinel
High School Fraternities Draw Public Attention
A discussion on high school fraternities and the humor in Greek-letter mimicry raises concerns about public school welfare. The article notes historical imitation in 689 and fears of mischief impacting the school system.
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Arents
Biverybody's
Protect the coal miner and Illinois mining laws urged
The 1908 PROTECT THE COAL MINER report cites 18 138 U S and Canada coal miner fatalities from 1898 to 1907 and calls for stricter Illinois laws. It criticizes Gov Deneen for delay in appointing the required commission and urges immediate regulation of drilling firing and concrete use to cut future casualties.
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PIE Coal
Illinois Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cherry
United States
Canada
Illinois
Flere
Deneen
Chicago Journal
The Doctor’s Due to Society and Service
Doctora ant their dues he laments how communities underestimate the value of medical work. He argues doctors bear burdens for much of the population, offering constant aid and practical security, with rewards more in service than material pay.
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Baltincore Sut
Accroza
Oie
A Case of Incompatibility in a Small Town Story
An elderly resident recounts a marriage between Maria and Homer, a night watchman, ending in separation over incompatibility. Maria changes furniture daily, Homer manages nights, and a lantern incident triggers the split. They remain friendly, with Homer visiting for Sundays as both move on.
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Bushby
Lamhel Howe
Aria
Lilson
Homer
Nix Tonths
Bird
Maria
Marla
Tla Houra
Ion
Telpiere
Jomer
Homar
Edison Dream: Edison’s Trolley Vision Faces Skeptics
In a quoted interview, Edison recalls doubters who said cement pours and electric trolley ventures were impracticable. He cites $42,000 spent on experiments, a favorable meeting with Henry Villard, and rejection by most directors at the Edison Electric Light Company. He predicts early 20th century building progress and commercial trolley expansion.
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Teasley
Cameo Javreniot
Tig
New York
Edison
Saya Alien L. Henton
Mungey’s
Edison Electric Light Company
Momer
Spencer Trask
Igne
Fresh eggs to households in northern Australia by cooperative system
Government backed egg program forms fifteen person circles with branded cases and grading at depots. Cracked and light eggs rejected, unsold items repurposed, and price rise kept under one penny a dozen while surpluses return to producers. Mexican huts yield gold debris. debris analysis profits Guanajuato poor.
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Australia
Ita
Efe
Builders favor new woodless construction approach
A world note discusses thinner growth and a move away from lumber in building. It suggests innovative construction methods may replace traditional timber as the industry evolves.
Speculating on Margin Across Nations
The piece compares margin trading in America and London. It notes American speculators tie capital to margin and risk loss through brokers. In London customers place orders with no deposit, paying differences and holding charges on get margin days twice monthly, enabling leverage with less broker visibility than in the US.
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America
London Stock Exchange
Moody's Magazine
London
England
Wealthy Speculators and Margin Practices in London and New York
The text notes that introductions influence business ties, and compares American and London stock exchange practices. It mentions wealthy speculators often trade with no fixed margin, sending losses and gains directly to brokers who risk with these powerful clients. Brokers may tolerate such accounts, risking bankruptcy when large clients fail.
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London
Smalltemen
Bungalow on Stilts Planned for Great River Long Island
A steel-pole supported stilt bungalow is proposed for Great River Long Island near Vanderbilt Cutting Bourne estates. Builder Harry de Bow Barnes and architect W H Buckhout unveil a 25 by 25 foot platform of oak housing hot weather comforts and a guarded entry. Aimed at novelty and safety from storms the design includes a spiral staircase and an anti invasion device by Mr Vanderbuilt.
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Great River
L. I
L. 1
W. K. Vanderbilt
S Jr
Bayard Cutting
Frederick G. Bourne
Harry de Bow Barnes
Marbridge
34Th Street
6Th Avenue
Bronx
New
Mrr. Vatnds
Mr. Darties
Baingadewem Mil
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