Norge Disaster Tragedy Off Kilda Strikes Many
Reports from London describe the wreck of the Norge off the Kilda rocks during fog. Of 860 aboard, about 700 perished. 27 were aboard the Norsk steamer Norge’s rescue by Sylvia and Salvia boats. Survivors reached Grimsby as more castaways were picked up by ships in the North Atlantic.
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Copenhagen
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Baby born on Fourth inspires curious celebration at home
A lively Fourth of July scene unfolds at 712 N Alabama Street as John Wesley Coleman and family celebrate a newborn. The event features playful boasts and a gift of ten-cent crackers as neighbors spread the word of the infant prodigy. Cows milked by electricity report from Washington describe a German device using rubber hoods and suction to mimic calf nursing and improve cleanliness.
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Alabama St
Bame
Juin Wesley Coleman
Scripp
McRae
John Wealey
John Wesley, Sr
Paw
Johnny
John Werley, Jr
Washington
Warner
Germany
Booze Dispensed Leads to Fines in Police Court
William Avery of 815 Fort Wayne Avenue and Herbert Raper of Haughville were each fined $10 and costs in police court on Monday morning for selling liquor on Sunday.
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William Avery
Fort Wayne Ave
Herbert Raper
Haughville
Horde of flies hastened signing of independence
A July scene at the Continental Congress shows a livery stable nearby releasing flies into the debates. Members swatted at the insects with handkerchiefs, hastening the signing of the Declaration of Independence. John Hancock’s bold signature inspired a quip about future readers needing spectacles.
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Thomas Jefferson
Fourth of July in the World's History
A compact ledger of notable July 4 events through history. Entries include Saladin's 12th century victory, the 1689 Cromwell parliament meeting, the Declaration of Independence, Hawthorne's birth, the Liberty Statue presentation, and other world and U S milestones, with dates and brief notes.
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Citizons
United States
Saladin
Tiberias
Holy Land
Jerusalem
France
Nova Zembia
Wis-Irdian
Muron
St. Joseph
Farler Dani
Hawks
Cromwll
Cromwell
England
Col. Clarke
Kus
Thoms Jefferson
Jona Aiums
Sy Foster
Suwanee River
Charles Carroll
James Monroe
Sweatshop Firecrackers and Chinese Labor Exploitation
The article notes that only a tenth of American fireworks are imported and that most come from China where workers endure grueling conditions. It cites the American consul general in Shanghai describing seven-day workweeks from dawn to late night and Chinese women laboring as slaves to produce cheap crackers, while American youths burn them.
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America
China
Canton
Shanghai
Massive Insurance Profits Highlight Indiana State Audit
State auditor Sherrick reports large sums in Indiana insurance, with premiums rising from 1902 to 1909 while losses fall. Life and fire firms paid taxes and fees totaling about 1.94 million dollars, and the state issued over 12 thousand licenses to agents as premiums and fees climb.
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Sherrick
Indiana
Yee Rab Ing & Merry
Neek
Lis Insurance Companies
Sife
Lively seventy plus credits Grape-Nuts health tale
A Princeton woman over seventy credits Grape-Nuts for restoring health after chronic stomach and heart troubles. She gained 18 to 20 pounds, reports easy digestion, and the ability to work a full day. She recalls recovering from a winter grip after ten days on Grape-Nuts and endorses its nourishing qualities. The testimonial notes are attributed to Postum Co. at Battle Creek, Mich. The pamphlet The Road to Wellness is mentioned.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Nate
Charm and Temper Rule a Woman's Allure
A Philadelphia Bulletin excerpt argues a woman's charm rests on animation, brightness, good temper, and sympathy, while constant brilliance tires. It notes power in softened tones and unconsciousness as the heat of charm. In St Louis on July 4 Parker plates and buttons are distributed to Democratic delegates and visitors with lithograph portraits.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
ST. Louis
Iker
Heiress Krupp Inspired by Fate and Philanthropy
Berlin July 2 1 A young heiress Miss Krupp chief proprietor of Krupp works Essen and wealthiest woman in the firm oversees departments and charity programs while facing hostile labor resentment and constant threats requiring close social detective protection amid public scrutiny and imperial risk concerns.
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Russia
Japan
Miss Krupp
Krupp
Essen
Vieira
Germany
Dultets
Daisy Man Popular at the City Market
Simeon Taylor, a regular vendor near town, brings fresh daisies to the west side market house each morning. He notes all classes buy the wildflowers, remarking that love of nature appeals to rich and poor alike and recalling the farm-fresh blooms of years past.
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Simeon Taylor
Taylor
Old Nurse for Children and Westward Homestead Pamphlet Ad
An old nurse remedy for teething promotes GOOTHING for children and claims pain relief and cures for wind colic and diarrhoea. It sells for twenty five cents a bottle. The Rosebud Reservation notices mention July openings. A pamphlet New Homes In the West from the Chicago & North-Western Passenger Department details soil climate land requirements and registration. N M Breeze Cincinnati offers maps and final entry info via the North-Western Line.
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Mra Winslow
Open Lands in Rozebud Reservation for Settlement
A half million acres of Government lands are opened for settlement in the Rozebud Indian Reservation in southeastern South Dakota. The Chicago and North-Western Ry provides the direct line from Chicago to Bonesteel on the reservation border. Send a 2 cent stamp for the pamphlet New Homes in the West with maps and allotment details. N. M. Breese, 4 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Rozebud
South Dakota
Chicago & North-Western
Rye
Chicago
Bonesteel
N. M. Breese
Vine Street
Cincinnati
Ohio
Yellowstone Park Tour Adv To The Sun Sale
Public notice advertises a Yellowstone Park tour leaving Chicago Wednesday August via Chisago and North-Western Railway. Pullman palace cars dining baggage care included. Stops en route for sightseeing with all expenses in the ticket. First-class illustrated folder available from N. M. Breeden General Agent C N W Rly Cincinnati.
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Yellowstone Pub
Chicago
Chisago & North-Western
R'y
Pullman Palace
N. M. Breezd
N-W. Rly
Vine St
Cincinnati
Humpty Dumpty Here All Week At State and Washington
Humpty Dumpty is set to perform this week on a canvas stage at State avenue and Washington Street replacing the planned tent venue. The production brings four cars of scenery and a special car for performers. George H. Adams, renowned circus clown, is among the principal funmalera.
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E. Washington-st
S-ate-ave
Humpty
State Ave
Washington St
W. Washington
Humpty Company
George H. Adams
For Sale Ad Offered Ten Free Words to SUN
Local vendor requests space for a sale advertisement offering ten free words to present the product. The Sun is asked to print the note as a brief notice.
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Gale
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