Roosevelt First in Keystone State For Knox President
The Keystone state favors P C Knox as a possible nominee if no Roosevelt vote occurs at the convention. Indiana Republicans would back any favorite son. The piece argues for recognizing Rooseveltism and then discussing a swap of the incumbent during Roosevelt's peak usefulness.
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Pennsylvania
Keystone
P. C. Knox
Dent
Sevelt
Indiana
Roosevelt
James P. Goodrich
Goodwine
Goodrich
South Bend
Germs in milk may be killed by electricity say scientists
Te 8 reports that germs in milk can be eliminated by electric treatment. The claim mentions shock milk containing electro cuted bacilli and suggests a visible effect in dairy processing.
Life of Marvin Kuhns Provokes Fort Wayne Outcry
Fort Wayne editors consider printing a biography of Marvin Kuhns, a known thief and bully. The piece urges discarding the plan to publish the life of the so called horse thief to avoid inspiring youth and disturbing public order. It calls for legal action to curb the project and for the publication to be discouraged.
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Fort Wayne
Marvin Kuhns
Indiana
Kuhns
Marvin
Croker Rejects Pretending To Be What Not
Dick Croker states he does not believe in making people think you are something you are not. He is said to have been reading The Life and Speeches of Charles Warren Fairbanks.
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Dick Croker
Mr. Croker
Charles Warren Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Times
South Bend Times
The Funny Fairbanks in Indiana Politics
The Fairbanks contingent shifts from railroads to selling nominations for Indiana state offices. Governors, delegates, and party operatives appear to barter offices for national gains. The display is damaging Fairbanks prospects and exposes sharp political dealings in Indiana.
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Fairbanks
Indiana
Moyer and Haywood Re elected Chief Officers of Miners Union
The Western Federation of Miners has re elected Moyer and Haywood to the chief offices of the organization. The move is presented as an expression of confidence in the two leaders and carries a tone of impressive unity within the union.
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Western Federation of Miners
Moyer and Haywood
Destruction of a Rival in Indiana Oil Markets
The article describes Standard Oil's alleged abuses in Indiana, detailing railroad and pipeline control and petty underbidding. It cites a small lubricating oil contract in Logansport where Tiona company lost to Standard by a fraction of a cent per gallon, with Standard allegedly pressuring the competitor for a year.
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Standard Oil Company
Indiana
Tiona
Terre Haute
Standard Ol
Logansport
Standard
Combine
Logansport Victim of Standard Oil Shipping Delays
Critics recount how shipments from Tiona to Logansport faced weeks of sidetracks and losses as Standard Oil exercised power to derail competition. The account cites repeated delays, damaged property, and misrouting, urging continued administrative action to curb abuses by major oil firms and protect common carriers.
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Logansport
Standard
Tiona
Great Oil Company
Driving Etiquette For Quiet Roads
The guide notes that honking at other drivers can provoke anger and urges keeping calm. It advises avoiding confrontation by avoiding the front approach and instead signaling from the rear. For animal drawn vehicles like mules, the text suggests reversing the direction of critique to maintain civility.
Tablet honors Twenty third New Jersey at Salem Church
At Salem Church Virginia survivors of the Twenty third New Jersey volunteer infantry place a tablet. Inscription acknowledges Alabama foes and honors brave opponents. The ceremony links New Jersey and Alabama, north and south, through mutual respect and moral triumph.
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Salem Church
Twenty-third
New Jersey Volunteer Infantry
Alabama
New Jersey
South
Bass catch at Barbee Jake ends with mixed reaction
A 15 pound bass was landed at Barbee Jake but celebrations were dampened as denials and cautions followed. The event drew attention from locals and sports observers who noted the size of the catch amid questions over verification and fair play.
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Barbee
Jake
Modlin challenger in Indiana county post race challenge
Blackford county trustees elected W. P. Modlin over incumbent Finley Geiger amid a dispute over eligibility under a three year teacher license rule. Modlin plans to sue to test the law and claim the office, contending he was duly chosen.
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Indiana
Blackford
W. P. Modlin
Finley Geiger
Coal mined surges last year but fuel price stays high
A report notes a large increase in coal mined in the previous year compared with the year before, yet the consumer did not observe any corresponding drop in the price of coal in his bin. The finding highlights a disconnect between production growth and consumer pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienna
Warsaw
Carroll A Hero Treut and Assistant Surgeon James Carroll
James Carroll of Omaha exposed yellow fever transmission in Cuba seven years ago by exposing his arm to a mosquito bite ensuring the toxin spread the plague was halted. He survived lengthy illness and his findings helped stamp out yellow fever in Cuba and Central America. Promoted to major and surgeon, his friends nominated him for the Nobel prize in medicine.
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James Carroll
Omaha
Cuba
Lieut. Carroll
Central America
James Carrol
Defense risks and fortification gaps cited by experts
The piece discusses coastal defense weaknesses including shortages of big guns and mines. It notes 46 Atlantic, 12 Gulf, and 18 Pacific fortresses with high power guns, but argues more guns are needed and $50 million could render fortresses nearly impregnable. It also briefly mentions Russian prison terms and railway liability debates in New York.
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Japan
Atlantic
Gulf
Pacific
NYC Recount Fears Shadow Mayor McClellan Hearst
Mayor McClellan and near-Mayor Hearst express fear over a full NYC vote recount. Officials worry about potential shifts, while public uncertainty grows about the final outcome and electoral clarity.
Croker Claims Father Was Irish Gentleman Not Blacksmith
Dick Croker states his father was an Irish gentleman, not a blacksmith, and recounts that as a gentleman the elder Croker had his son beaten a city block.
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Dick Croker
Croker
Sid Conger Weighs W. T. Durbin Gubernatorial Candidacy
The note suggests Sid Conger is tying up loose ends in support of W. T. Durbin's bid for governor, indicating ongoing political maneuvering within the campaign circle.
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Sid Conger
W- T. Durbin
Watterson Names Hughes a Leading Presidential Question Mark
Col. Henry Watterson highlights Gov. Hughes of New York as the foremost unsettled presidential prospect for the coming year, signaling early emphasis on a likely contender.
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New York
Hughes
Col
Henry Watterson
Gov. Hughes
King Edward VII and American Party Rivalry Spotlight
The report notes King Edward VII not backing Dick Croker may spark a bold move by Croker in British politics. It also mentions Mr. Bryan likely to accept the Democratic nomination if it benefits the party, though he does not specify which party.
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Edward VII
Dick Croker
Bryan
Webb Woodfill
Greensburg
Woodfill
Decantur County
Charles Campbell
Shelbyville
Owen L. Carr
Rushville
Fragmentary note on Copeland’s health and sympathy
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Copeland suffering car buncles in the head with a sixth forming. It oddly suggests the reading of a "fete of Job" and extends sympathy in a vague dependence item.
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Job
Lightning Strikes Kill Seven Cattle At Same Site
In a Coon Ridge report for George Wisby, lightning struck twice at the same location, killing seven cattle on Saturday night. The same spot previously saw a colt die to a lightning strike years earlier, according to local commentary.
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George Wisby
Doctor Stott Welcomed On Sunday Visit
Mr Pleasant notes Doctor Stott spoke to the group on Sunday and remains a welcome guest, reflecting a cordial community relationship.
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Doctor Stott
Mr. Pleasant Item
Mulberry Notes On Band Concert Postponement
The first band concert of the season was canceled because the band lacked rubber uniforms, leaving no concert Saturday evening.
Saloons Out in Champaign and Urbana Vote Dry
Champaign and Urbana towns vote to end saloon presence and adopt dry status. Maple Grove News notes the communities remove alcohol venues and embrace prohibition, signaling a shift toward temperance sentiment.
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Champaign
Urbana
Maple Grove News
Saw logs hauled to mill for big house addition
Commodore Sawyer of Pleasant Run has logs hauled to the local saw mill to be sawed into lumber for an addition to his large residence, according to the Banta Bulletin.
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Commodore Sawyer
Pleasant Run
Clem Watson and Gavie Naile Travel to Cincinnati
Clem Watson and Gavie Naile went to Cincinnati last Monday to build a house for parties there.
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Clem Watson
Gavie Naile
Cincinnati
Indian Creek
Turkeys killed by varmints ruin Layster flock
Mrs John P Layster found her turkey hen and several young turkeys killed by varmints last Sunday morning Providence Letter reports.
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John P. Layster
Providence
Town Board Bans Sidewalk Skating and Bucket Ladders
Whiteland Notes reports the town board enacted ordinances prohibiting roller skating on sidewalks and restricting fire ladders or buckets to fire use only. The move aims to regulate street safety and fire department resources.
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Whiteland
Joe Casto Seen Wending Southeast Sunday Evening
Wilson Creek Jotting notes Joe Casto observed moving southeasterly on Sunday evening.
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Joe Casto
Wilson Creek
Miss Myrtle Frazier Visits For Alumni Banquet
Miss Myrtle Frazier of Montpellier has spent several days in town as the guest of Miss Norma Smathers and attended the alumni banquet hosted by Boyd Kirkland, according to Hudson Happenings.
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Myrtle Frazier
Montpellier
Norma Smathers
Boyd Kirkland
Stockyards Teamsters Demand Higher Wages Over Teat Price Rise
Chicago stockyards workers press for wage increases citing a sharp retail price rise in teat. The labor action reflects ongoing cost of living pressures and union activity in the meatpacking district.
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Chicago
Belief of Fairbanks boom tied to a 50 cent clairvoyant
Report suggests a small fortune gesture or market booster may have sparked the Fairbanks presidential boom, tying speculation to a clairvoyant who charged 50 cents. The claim points to early local promotion and public interest driving the surge in attention and support.
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Fairbanks
Mind the Curfew Sam Sammie Garner Guest of Julia Unger
Sunday night Union Township letter reports Sammie Garner as a guest of Julia Unger. The brief community note notes the curfew reminder and social gathering in the township.
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Sam
Sammie Garner
Julia Unger
Union Township
Wide range of views fills city talk in early 1900s column
Chicago discusses compensation from corporations for franchises, civil rights with courteous service, and political quips about Hughes Roosevelt Dowie and Judge Landis. Observations touch on alimony, peace at The Hague, imports, and social moods as June brides, moral shocks, and public duties loom in a brisk, opinionated roundup. The piece weaves politics, industry, and daily life with dated references and sharp one‑liners.
Hudson Bank Insurance Against Theft Loss
The Hudson bank carries ample insurance on their safe and contents and is therefore warranted against loss if thieves break in and steal.
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Hudson Bank
Hudson
Mr and Mrs George Light Visit Angola
Mr and Mrs George Light were in Angola last Friday with Florence Lyons assisting with the telephone during their stay, according to Orland Notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Light
Angola
Florence Lyons
Orland
Fire damages Eli Fast residence at Crooked Lake
Last Saturday a chimney caused a house fire at Eli Fast’s Crooked Lake home. The blaze burned through two or three roof holes before channeling aid crews arrived. if Mr Fast had not sounded the alarm the fire would likely have spread beyond control.
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Eli Fast
Mr. Fast
Crooked Lake
Widow Schiele Loses Lap Robe in Clay City Buggy
The widow Schiele reports her lap robe stolen last Sunday night while her buggy stood in Clay City. Steps are under way to find the thief and suspicion narrows to a notorious character in Clay City News.
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Schiele
Clay City
Color at Alfred Forst Residence Painting by Henry Color
Henry Color is painting the Alfred Forst residence. Makin Notes reports on the assignment and progress at the property with local interest.
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Henry Henry
Alfred Forst
Makin
From Senate to the White House A Political Superstition
The Evening Post notes a superstition against moving from the Senate to the presidency yet cites Garfield Harris and Roosevelt as examples that challenge the rule. It argues that prior beliefs about accidental presidencies have been overturned and highlights the shift in American political norms.
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Senate
White House
Garfield
Ohio
Knox
Clay
Webster
Blaine
Sherman
Evening Post
Harrison
Roosevelt
New York World
Testing Her Science as Press Attacks Eddy
A World expose questions Mrs. Eddy's mental strength while Hearst papers back her sanity, leaving the religious leader to rely on every aspect of her Science.
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New York World
Mrs. Eddy
Hearst
St. Louis Times
Lottery and thefts and progress in foreign cities
A survey of lottery life notes that many join associations for annual drawings while some quit after long fruitless betting. Marseilles reports brutal ear thefts as crime rises and Phoenix style warnings spread. Germany builds soundproof blocks. Damascus and Beirut gain electric stations. Constantinople and Smyrna see new concessions. Philippine cigars impress with length. Chinese carpenters maintain classic tools. English grain imports imply vast foreign purchase.
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United States
Harris
Damascus
Beirut
Constantinople
Smyrna
Salonica
Broussa
Senator-elect Stephenson Plays Second Fiddle Rule
The Washington Post notes Senator-elect Stephenson is not used to playing second fiddle and that senate rules allow members to play their mouth organs, humorously framing the situation.
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Stephenson
Senate
Washingston Post
Why He Fell By Influence Of Cool Beer Signs
A New Jersey man attributes his fall from sobriety to alluring cool beer signs. The Louisville Courier-Journal notes a wry take on reading making a full man as a dig at temptations and temperance.
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New Jersey
Louisville Courier-Journal
Bryan's Latest Peril Foresees Union Over Bryan Plans
In Detroit Journal commentary fears emerge that Favorite Sons with presidential aims may form a bloc and refuse to admit Col. William J. Bryan entirely, signaling potential political rifts and fracture risks.
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Col
William J. Bryan
Detroit Jour- Journal
Revolutions Progress Across Dozen Russian Provinces
A callous assessment notes revolutions continue to unfold across a dozen Russian provinces with no respite. The Chicago Record Herald frames ongoing upheaval as an enduring national phenomenon.
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Russia
Chicago Record-Herald
A Safe Bet Ken Kuroki Thinks This Is A Country
A Portland Telegram line suggests Ken Kuroki offers a wry, guarded view on what counts as a country in his world of bets and opinions. The remark implies skepticism about national labels and borders.
President tests submarine and hints at new balloon ascent
The article notes the president tried a submarine and suggests he may rise in a new war balloon. It speculates on calling Mr. Roosevelt to locate Peary's pole, indicating bold exploration plans and potential expeditions.
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Mr. Roosevelt
Peary
Forts Funding Urgently Needed for Coast Fortification
The article argues for allocating 50 million dollars to finish coastal defenses, pointing to a 70 million dollar surplus available this fiscal year. It notes 72.76 million dollars have already been spent in recent years on trench and fortification efforts and urges immediate action.
Memorial Day Ball Game Thrills Panama Fans
In Panama the holiday was celebrated in typical American style with off hours and attendance at a ball game among other sports. A Portland Telegram account notes the scene as locals enjoyed the day much as in the United States.
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Panama
Portland Telegram
Advertising wisdom from the Walker Minnesota pilot
A quoted proverbs piece notes an inch of advertising can remove cobwebs from a store, while ten inches regularly applied will knock a feather duster out of business, attributed to the Walker Minn Pilot.
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Minn
A Cheerful Welcome for General Kuroki in America
General Kuroki receives a cordial reception across the country signaling broad American goodwill toward the distinguished visitor. The warm welcome reflects mutual respect between the United States and Japan during his U S tour.
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Gen
Kuroki
Roe
Canac
Maka
The Distant Glory Poem Fragment
A reflective verse by B. B. Kier in College Record ponders distant future joys beyond foothills and distant lands. It contrasts present blessings with imagined perfection, questioning the value of chasing tomorrow over today.
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Tia
B. B. Kier
What is a Democrat A look at party leaders and prospects
A survey of opinions on party figures Tom Taggart and national leadership, with notes on Vice President Fairbanks suitability for 1908, Indiana gubernatorial contenders James Goodrich and Goodwine, and reactions from Webb Woodfill and Charles Campbell. Kirk of Madison reports on Taft Foraker dynamics and public mood.
Ohio Citizens Weigh Democratic Presidential Choice
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune reports discussions on Democratic candidates with broad support for Bryan, though concerns about his methods and lecture stunts are noted. The piece notes greater interest in the national race than the upcoming fall state officer election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Bryan
Cincinnati Commercial-Tribune
Peary Fund Shortfall Sparks Rich Man Conspiracy Claim
The Kansas City Journal reports Peary complains funds for his expedition have not been advanced and suggests rich men of the country are blocking his summer outing, labeling it another damnable rich man's conspiracy.
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Peary
Kansas City Journal
The Constitution Again Calls Prosecution in San Francisco
The Kansas City Star notes the San Francisco case where prosecutors seek an honest jury and anticipate a protest from Mayor Schenits claiming he deserves a jury of his peers in a constitutional battle.
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San Francisco
Schenits
Kansas City Star
Bridegroom Receives Bouquet In June Wedding Note
A brief wedding notice notes the bridegroom receives the bouquet in a June ceremony. The verse calls the bride lovely and sweet, picturesquely describing the flower as dainty and neat. The text emphasizes the bride’s charm and the groom’s role.
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Indianape“Mas. Ind
Carroll A Hero
McClellan
New York City
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Ain’t
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Bean
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Voliva
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Satan
Ananias
Harry Orchard
Boise
Spain
The
Hague
Howard Goulds
Taft
Landis
Summer
Green Bug
Pike County
Eli
Geneva
London Daily Mail
Marseilles
Quai du Vieux Port
Germany
Philippine Islands
Barrett Smith
Engineering
China
England
Ken
Hall Price
Gcolumbia National Bank
Safe Deposit Vaults
E. Washington St
Tom Taggart
National Democratic Organization
Portland Commercial Review
Willam Kirk
Madison
Ind
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Cmes
Foraker
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