Committee urges harmony as insurance inquiry proceeds
The article notes that respected leaders formed an international committee to protect policy holders. It warns that any sign of partisanship by members could undermine trust and hinder progress. It praises the committee for choosing to act together and to secure capable directors. Chicago school authorities are opposing football, arguing it requires a strong effort to keep the game engaging.
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International Committee
Ehowa
International Policyholders’ Committee 13
Tattea Philadelphia Bank
Tax levy debate over city taxes and improvements
Mayor Bookwalter resists a steep tax increase despite rapid street improvements and rising flying costs. The new appraisal should add about 330,000 annually, easing pressure for now while guarding against heavier burdens on wage earners. Purdue professors have aligned for reform, prompting questions about future directions.
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Bookwalter
Philadelphia arrests tied to real estate trust collapse
Three men in Philadelphia were arrested over links to the wrecking of the Real Estate Trust Company. Two officers and a real estate promoter were named, with speculation in real estate blamed for the bank failures and wider market declines. City council meetings echoed the turmoil as tensions flared.
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Philadelphia
Milwaukee Avenus State Bank
Chicago
Stensland
Ita
Jnana
ousting di care the international policy holder committee
the international policy holder committee faced a puzzling situation as bishop charles c de macabe joined the committee but did not attend meetings. He later declared he would use his influence to back the administration ticket, while the committee says the address sent to policyholders named him without consent and that he was urged to attend. dis crepancies persist between bishop mcCabe and the committee over consultation and consent.
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Thaa
Charles C. deCahe
Inguranre
Arfalfa
Dea
Bishop McCabe
McCabe
Homaera
Addrees
President Roosevelt Backs Extradition Move Over Moroccan Case
Roosevelt endorses State Department request to Morocco for the return of banker Paul O Stensland, a case highlighting extradition precedents. Stensland, captured in Illinois, has betrayed trust and robbed savers, with the president willing to take bold action to see justice done. The piece notes the need for treaties to ease future returns and praises swift presidential judgment amid controversy.
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Roosevelt
State Department
Morocco
Paul O. Stensland
United Statsa
Stensland
Ilinois
Poltan
United States
Zeq
Moroccco
Week in Russia Sees Arrests and Unrest Across Cities
A week of calm is broken by large scale arrests in Moscow and St Petersburg as authorities restrain thousands for alleged sympathy with recent terrorist demonstrations. Reports describe disturbances and violent clashes including killings by soldiers and police with a funeral procession attacked by Cossacks in Rudagurweka after a red flag appeared.
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Russia
Moscow
St Teteraburg
Warsaw
Rome
Rudagurweka
Reform program and political tension across empire
The czar announced a reform program including courts martial for political crimes, autonomy promises, land reforms, and peasant land options while peasants and landowners oppose the government plan. Reactionaries push to abolish parliament and oppose Stolypin. tensions rise as Trepol is retired and concerns grow over governance and policy shifts.
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Stadt Mutineera
Czar
Empire
Zemstvos
Poland
Baltic
Asida
Stolypin
Toj
Nicholas
Tia
Trepoll
Peterhof
Bis
Bareheaded fad reaches hotels during state fair week
A Chicago hat salesman at the English notes a growing bareheaded movement. hotels in Indianapolis rush to fill rooms as visitors arrive. He cites no hat wearers as evidence baldness and mentions heat under headwear. State fair crowd plans include police supervision and vigilance against wandering swindlers. James Wright, Switzerland county Republican chairman, sails in state race news.
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Alexander
Chicago
England
Indianapolis
James Wright
Switzerland County
Pri ‘Co
My. Wright
Hhe
The Story Tellers Make Three Hits
Chauncey Olsost recounts humorous observations from Pennsylvania coal regions. A woman negotiates gloves for her son, comparing price and practicality with a witty clerk. The piece also recalls composer John Philip Sousa and pianist Benny Pratt, noting musical boredom and aging memories. A Chicago deserter’s personal notice adds a sharp closing jab.
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Chauncey Olsost Possemaam
Tle
Pennsylvania
Jim
Send It to The Hague
A humorous, century old verse and dialogue about automobiles and spelling reform. Fragments echo family chatter and pride in a touring car via playful mispronunciations and mock arbitration. Includes names and quirky lines about relatives and a planned ride.
Theatre lore and chorus girls amid famed stage figures
A long fragment details anecdotes about playwrights such as Duval and a tale of a hollow key inspiring a young writer. It mentions Nicole and violinists, chorus girls across cities, and notes on actors Joseph Jefferson Edwin Booth Henry Irving. The piece recalls Dewey’s Manila victory ships sold for £193 and reflections on legacy in theater.
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Alberto
All Parte
Omaha
Wileiamsburg
Kentucky
Boston
India
Joseph Jefferson
Bose
Edwin Booth
Henry Irving
Jefferson
Republican View on Democrats and Bryan as Leader
A Kansas City Journal editorial argues that if Democrats are always able to spoil their chances, then William Jennings Bryan is properly the leader of his party. The piece frames Bryan as central to party strategy and the GOP perspective questions party dynamics.
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Theson
Col Bryan
Kansas City Journal
Explanatory note on Bir Hesrat and moments of festivity
A fragmentary remark discusses Bir Hesrat and occasional moments of festive sanity, noting the cadence of periods of amen and moments that resemble celebration in a City Journal style.
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Hesrat
Kaceas
Not Realized Railroads Slow To Predict Mine Impact
A fragmented clipping notes railroads failed to foresee mine disruption and lack of carload haul away, with a local paper criticizing the old charge that the Holland paper is a corporate tool, reflecting tensions between press and industry.
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Linoeupolis Journal
Bame Old Charge
Holland
Familla
Minneapolis Journal
You Cant Pawn It The Csar S Surprise
Fragmentary OCR note reflecting a cryptic editorial line about pawn shops and reputation with garbled names and phrases. Readable elements point to a provocative missive or opinion snippet questioning trust in pawnbrokers and public figures, though core details are obscured.
They Say A F Collins System In a Store
A compilation of assorted quotes from various individuals on diverse topics from accuracy in transactions to park needs, building sites, food safety, nostalgia during travel, and theater behavior. The remarks reference Indianapolis and local civic matters plus personal reflections across many voices.
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F. Collins
Jenks
Barry Klausmann
Janaira
Wauter Marfin
M. A. Downing
Anapolte City
Hy Courthouse
Throoone Porttems
Trinston
Farent
Brylnsten
Eugene Buehler
George Warmon
Hay
W. W. Scott
Nenay Wishmeyer
Indianapolis
William Dethet
Board of Public Works
Fay
Edward Shayne
Guyety Proitanle
Nowach Ryan
Finn Gure Monte
Indianapalla
Etty
Davin W. Ellcothr
Tha Ingrsagg
Indianapalla Ports
John Francis—Tha Olficera
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Society For the Prevention At Cruelty To
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MR. Roosevelt
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Rockland
Minow Tong
Bryan
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Maine
Uncle Joe
White Hougs
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Dryan
House of Representatives
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Henry Skerritt
Oqawege
Henry
Babe
Hague
Hansan Clo
Sys
Gaya
Sister Sue
Pual
Richard Herding Davis
Talon
Papa Bourget
Duval
Duvalla
Snave
M Deval
Tox
Monsieur
J. Ogden Armour
America
Nicole
Mr. Armour
Covent Garden
Hert Kubelik
Nagiana
Vielniet
Dewey
Manila
Fincely
Chicano Record-Herald
Hipple
Detroit
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Csar
Jong
Ciaotuoatt Tiase Biar
Ken York
Pettis Dry Goods
Ginasea
Fred
East
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Indiana Trust CO
Capital
Interpet
Marion Trust CO
East Market Street
Circle ‘Resources
the Union Trust Company
Momad
East Market St
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Logansport
Citizens Savings Deposit CO
East Maret Strest Binkiey
Turner and Browder
Marlborough
Herald Square
New York
Broadway
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Jamm
Suntvaren
TRAM
Gunerior
Seforn
Porter, Roots and Bath
Yarn Parsons
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