Japan Seizes Pratas Island Near Philippines
San Francisco dispatches report Japan hoisted the sun flag over Pratas Island, 120 miles north of the Philippines, signaling a strategic naval base. The barren reef island, 1.5 by .5 miles, could serve as coaling and refitting station for forces operating toward the Philippines or America, shortening strike distances and expanding Japan's naval reach.
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Pratas Island
Yokohama
Spain
Japan
Archi
Pelagan
Philippines
America
Pratas
Formosa
Remarkable Accident as Acapulco Sinks at Dock
At San Francisco on September 9 the Pacific mail steamship Acapulco, loaded with a cargo worth about $160,000, suddenly capsized and sank in 50 feet of water just before departure. Passengers scrambled to safety on the dock as the vessel went under, but no lives were lost. A ship officer escaped by wading neck deep to the deck and leaping ashore.
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San Francisco
Pacific Coast
Pacific Mail
Acapulco
Hippo
Lisette
Marius
Paris
Marins
Marseilles
Kassin
Carrier
Fremier Clemenceau
France
Bodreaux
Charles Jacques
Applications for License in Marion County Indiana Ward Four
Notice that the subscriber will apply to the Marion county Board of Commissioners at the October 1907 term for a license to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises drinking. The business location is 1606 ton boulevard in ward 4, Center township, Indianapolis, on a ground floor front room of a two story building near Brighton boulevard. The text also notes a separate disaster report describing a large loss with wine casks and flour, under investigation.
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Center Township
Board of Commissioners
Marion County
State of
Indiana
Brighton Boulevard
Ton Boulevard
City of
Indianapolis
Iana
Hen Hatches Eagle Eggs From Shamokin Story
Shamokin resident Roman Ukleski hatched two eagle eggs sent from Germany by his brother. Placed beneath a hen, the eaglets are cared for by the mother hen and are expected to grow to full maturity. Further developments are anticipated as the birds mature.
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Shamokin
Roman Ukleski
Germany
Lords of the Air
Denver Judge Ben Lindsay Faces Questionable Respect
A Denver judge once lauded for handling difficult youths is reportedly losing favor among local women. The remarks about buying a woman’s vote for 15 dollars and a foe’s quip about a bonnet imply a shift in public perception and potential scandal in the city.
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Ben Lindsay
Denver
MAY TELL WHAT SHE KNOWS Stenographer freedom decision
A New York court ruled a stenographer may disclose what she knows about her employer's business when compelled. A broker's employee was summoned by a rival broker, and an injunction to stop testimony was denied. The piece notes few workers willingly betray confidences without legal compulsion.
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New York
Puro Distilled Water Company Listing Clarified
An old classified line notes half gallon bottles priced at five cents and a five gallon demijohn at forty cents, with references to Newphore and local contact details. The fragmentary entry suggests a small-town supplier advertisement and pricing for distilled water services.
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Puro Distilled Water Company
Life of Paris glassblower shows wasted earnings and folly
An elderly Belgian glassblower recalls a long career with his son and grandson in glassblowing. High wages lure lavish spending, debt, and a failure to save. He notes lavish lifestyles, heavy drinking, and poor housing, despite substantial earnings. He contrasts his frugal past with his son’s costly habits and the need for mutual aid.
Paris hats rise beyond reach for many women
An announcement says Paris milliners have raised hat prices from about 60 dollars to at least 250 dollars next winter. The note warns that even pattern hats will become costly when imported styles from Paris reach local shops.
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Paris
Debutante Style Outs The Plain Woman In Fashion
A writer claims true style comes from back, shoulder, and arm carriage, urging debutante standards. The piece notes older women who gain weight cannot rely on style and must settle for being nice and sweet instead.
Fulton church dedication marks debt-free cost of 12000
Special to The Swan from Peru Indiana reports a new white brick church at Fulton north of Peru, completed at a cost of 12000 and dedicated yesterday free from indebtedness. Rev Fouts of Dayton Ohio delivered the dedicatory address and leads the literature department for the UA B church. The St Joseph conference plans its annual meeting in the Fulton church, beginning Wednesday.
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Peru
Ind
Fulton
Here
Fouts
Dayton
UA. B. Church of the United States
St. Joseph Conference
Hebrew New Year Observed During Ten Holy Days
Rabbi Feuerlicht addressed a large assembly at the temple on Sunday night marking the advent of the Hebrew New Year which began Monday morning. A ten day period of rest and worship followed by Atonement day on September 18. All Hebrew business will be suspended for the day. A second address was delivered Monday morning by Rabbi Feuerlicht.
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Rabbi Feuerlicht
Temple
Public Works Board approves Dewey Avenue sewer assessment
Indianapolis Board of Public Works on September 6 1907 approved prima facie assessments for a local sewer along Dewey Avenue from University to Arlington with a branch on Goode Avenue. Remonstrances against the assessment roll will be heard on September 15, 1997. the roll is on file at the Board's office and lists owners and property descriptions.
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Department OF Public Works
Majestic Bldg
Indianapolis
Ind
Board of Public Works
Indiana
Dewey Avenue
Arlington Avenue
University Avenue
Goode Avenue
Dewer Avenue
Railroad Street
Board of Public Works of
Joseph T Elliott
Preston C.trusler
Fred J. Mack
Board
Majestic Bide
Eighteenth Street
Senate Avenue
Talbott Avenue
Capitol Avenue
Illinois Street
Meridian Street
Pennsylvania Street
Denny Street
Washington Street
Moore Avenue
Harrison Street
Noble Street
English Avenue
Joseph T. Elliott
Preston C. Trusler
Boas’ of Public Works
Notice to Contractors for Riverside Park Dam Work
Park Commissioners of Indianapolis invite sealed proposals to furnish materials and labor for repairing the apron at Riverside Park dam. Proposals due September 20 at 16 o'clock. A certified check of 160.00 is required with each bid. Plans and specs are on file with the Board of Park Commissioners. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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Department OF Public Parks
Office of the Commissioners
Saks Bridg
Indianapolis
Ind
Board of Park Commissioners
Indiana
Riverside Park
Board of Park Pomntat
City of Indianapols
Charles FE. Coffin
AL Downing
Henry Jameson
Joan J. Appel
Builders to Solicit for New Catholic Church
A committee appointed Sunday by promoters of a proposed Catholic church to be built on E Tenth Street will solicit funds from Holy Cross St Joseph and Brightwood church members. The committee includes L P Grady William Yates Joseph A Stick William J Withem Earl Hall and George S Schaur.
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E. Tenth St
Holy Cross
St. Joseph
Brightwood
L. P. Grady
William Yates
Joseph A. Stick
William J. Withem
Earl Hall
George S. Schaur
Gideons Attend Campfire Meeting in Indianapolis
John A. English the Evansville state president of the Gideons spoke to Indianapolis Gideons at their monthly campfire at the English hotel. He urged members to attend the state campfire at Terre Haute on October 12 and 13.
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John A. English
Evansville
The
Gideons
Indianapolis
Paris Childs Attire Draws Mixed Reactions
A small boy in Paris wears short socks and carries a cane, a queer mix that amuses his mother who enjoys the sight of the socks. The American child has no compensation for his bare legs and stands out in contrast.
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Paris
White stockings rise as future wardrobe staple
It is predicted that by another summer white stockings will be preferred over all other hose colors, already worn with black shoes by children. Cleanliness helps keep them fresh, and the need may serve as a protection against disease spreading germs.
Indigestion Cure Sparks Caution Over Uncooked Diet
A New York society woman’s cure for indigestion involved uncooked foods, but experts warn the fad may be dangerous for others. The piece cautions readers against rushing into raw diets, noting potential harm while acknowledging personal recovery stories.
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