A Shrewd Bird Dog That Is a Detective
A long column piece recounts a tale about Joe the dog, a hunting companion of deputy state game warden Benjamin Jaudon, known for sniffing out contraband game in Kansas depots and express offices. The dog’s keen nose once uncovered a prairie chicken inside a milk can and repeatedly tracked hidden game across baggage rooms, illustrating his value in preventing unlawful shipments.
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Negroes in Office Shocks Chicago and Milwaukee
A Chicago election saw Ferdinand Barnett and Oscar Priest, both black, win municipal and county roles by clear margins, with Lucian F. Palmer seizing a Milwaukee assembly seat. It marks the first statewide and citywide black electoral success in these areas, signaling a shift in northern politics amid ongoing race tensions. The piece questions whether this reflects true qualification or machine support, and notes potential political reverberations in the South and press reaction.
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A Lesson to Learn From a Turbulent Family Tale
A historical column discusses William Winshaw and the Freeman family amid social upheaval. It reflects on personal faults, temptation, and the idea that families can endure hardship, with the Freeman home described as resilient and happy despite past troubles.
Let Us Go The Limit On A Grand Courtroom Probe
A sharp critique urges swift action in a broad municipal investigation. It calls for probing city council and officials including the mayor and city controller, and even broader scrutiny of county offices while warning of potential corruption and the need to cleanse all public affairs. The text notes a Moscow mayor killed an assassin, implying strong, controversial measures.
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Labor in Congress and statehouses signals rising unions
The American Federation of Labor says it is proud of gains in the recent election with five unionists winning seats in Congress and others elected to state legislatures. United Mine Workers and the Commercial Telegraphers are cited as most successful, with notable gains in Pennsylvania and Illinois. The piece notes unions’ growing political role but questions future durability and stresses the need for unity and strategic alignment across regions.
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Hotels Welcoming Presbyterian Guests Highlight City Schools
At the Hotels A. T. Jewell of Chicago he notes Indianapolis schools open after hours for outdoor exercise and supervised play, urging compulsory physical activity to curb youth misconduct. Indiana visitors listed at hotels include J M Henry and J E Winter among others, while Presbyterian church delegates arrive and are hosted across the city.
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Cat In Wells Destroys Cucumbers And Squash
A Wells resident reports a cat feasting on cucumbers and squashes at Elev Arm owned by Mrs Yosta Hammond. Hired man Charles Graves found the cat in the barn, eating and threatening more crops. The tale references Geoffroy's cat and a leopardlike appearance, noting regional curiosity and a distant zoological oddity.
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Bank president Stilimo of National City Bank noted for power
The report profiles Stilimo, head of the National City Bank in New York, born in Texas, described as highly influential. It contrasts his clout with European magnates, hints at private opinions, and catalogs scattered anecdotes and oddities about his associates and lifestyle. The piece includes unrelated clippings on politics, cats, and historical anecdotes.
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Remarkable Russian figure nicknamed American by railways work
The text notes Prince Khilkof as a notable Russian personality nicknamed the American for his early railway career in the United States. It recounts his attempts to rally workers during a Russian railway strike, offering to drive engines if they would join him, and includes anecdotes about Grant era figures Gen. C. C. Biffen and Gen. Sniffen, plus Count Tolstoy's boots and artisan background.
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Mrs Eddy finances prompt church aid questioned
Letter to the editor discusses Mrs. Wary Baker Eddy leader of the Christian Science movement, citing auditor statements that Eddy received only a small sum from the church and noting large charity donations. The piece cites figures from prior years and mentions treatment statistics and other opinions.
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Lucky Man Pros per Finds Gold In Diligence
An implied parable contrasts Mr Pros per with neighbor Mr Hardup, arguing luck stems from effort. It extols early rising work ethic and saving with Indiana Trust Co, claiming regular deposits grow steadily and bring lasting luck.
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Replevin Claim and Court Error Highlighted by Jackson
George W. Jackson of Indiana alleges legal misconduct in a replevin case. He claims the circuit court and supreme court allowed a theft of value by lawyers, with $100 verdict and no remedy, plus disappearance of the original complaint from county archives. He warns of dangerous precedent and cites Mrs Langtry in a migration law context.
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