Lady of Land Ellen Wilson Dies at White House
Ellen Wilson wife of President Woodrow Wilson, a Savannah Georgia native and prominent society figure, died at the White House. A painter shown in major arts academies, she studied at Rome Woman's College and New York Art Students League, with works exhibited by National Academy New York, Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts and Chicago Art Institute. She was involved with the National Civic Association Woman's department and other clubs. Both she and Wilson were Presbyterians.
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United States
Ellen Louise
Savannah
Woodrow Wilson
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Rome
Art Students’ League
New York
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Chicago Art Institute
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Presbyterian Church
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France
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Congress
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Philadelphia
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Wife of President Dies at the White House
The wife of the U S president died Thursday at 5 pm in the White House after a long illness. The nation mourned as the president and family were notified and officials adjourned. Her life ranked in public service and social welfare, aiding reform and education with quiet strength.
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United States
White House
Brasil Aims To Become A New Railroad Center
FragmentedOCR text discusses Brazil as a future hub for rail networks within the Americas. It references World’s Work and mentions themes of progress, industry leadership, and national development but is garbled and contains many incomplete phrases.
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Brasil
Unitedates
Mo Reys
le Great Promotore
Undefined fragment hints at a civic or local note
The readable text fragment mentions a person or entity and a monetary amount but lacks clear context or complete details. It suggests a local item or notice with names and figures, but essential data such as action, date, or place is missing.
Wreck Toll Rises in Missouri Rail Collision Near Tipton Ford
A Kansas City Southern passenger train and a Missouri and North Arkansas motor car collided near Tipton Ford Missouri. Forty or more killed and dozens injured as flames engulfed wreckage. Names of dead include Herbert Ratliff and A Nichols among others. Survivors tell of rescue efforts and a coroner’s inquest to follow.
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Joplin
Mo Avie
Kansas City Southern
Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad
Soline
Tiptonford
Nepal
W. M. Drury
Webb City
Drury
J. J. Laudertack
Kansas City
Herbert Ratliff
Fureke Borings
A. Nichols
Harrison, Ark
Frank Bradley
Eureka Springs
Ark
Bradley, Harrison
Eshelman
Dewey
Okla
W. H. Emery
Granby
L. H. Trumbaugh
Neosho
Harrison
George Johannes
Nevada
MHS
Landsley and Son
Egress
T. O. Liscombe
Ane
J. M
H. B. Littleton
Missouri and
North Arkansas Railway
W. Tf. Rowland
Valley Springs
Ella Bettecky
Morton
Fea Bettecky
J.weetbrook
Jonesboro
Results of Kansas primary in doubt
Topeka Kan Aug While Charles Curtis former senator continues to lead over Senator Joseph L Bristow for the republican senatorial nomination in Kansas returns from Tuesdays primaries left the result in doubt and early Sunday it was believed Bristow had a chance. Fifteen counties complete including the home counties of the candidates gave Curtis a load of 1eoy Hristen supporters however declared returns from Western counties not yet reported would cut down Curtis majority and probably nominate Bristow Hugh P Yarrellly was still ahead of Congressman George A Neeley for the democratic senatorial nomination but several counties believed to be strong for Neeley had not reported completely.
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Topeka
Kan
Charles Curtis
Joseph L Bristow
Kansas
Bristow
Curtis
Eoy Hristen
Hugh P. Yarrelly
George A. Neeley
Neeley
Turning Industry Upside Down in War Era Debate
Fragmented text from the New York World discusses manufacturing interests in the United States, railroads, and political appointees. It references European war, economic concerns, and a perceived need to fund prosperity while critiquing allied and industrial alignments.
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New York World
Europe
Rica
United States
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French Aviators Pledge to Die Destroying Dirigibles
A Chicago dispatch claims Roland Garros died in a daring attack that wrecked a German dirigible. It reports a death pact among 15 French pilots to sacrifice their lives to destroy Zeppelins, naming Rene Harrier and others as bound by oath to France.
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Henevera
Roland Garros
Iarros
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Germany
J. B. Wild
University Avenue
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Europe
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Gerros
France
Captain Wild
Rene Harrier
Andrew Houpert
Rene Simon
Weamin
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Beaumont
Garrom
Literacy debate during immigration drives inquiry
An old discussion questions how literacy affects newcomers and whether teaching reading should be a prerequisite for admission. The piece examines whether immigrants can learn to read and if society should invest in teaching them, weighing national identity against welcoming unlettered arrivals.
Lifting For Stranded Americans Abroad
Official dispatches show improvements for Americans abroad but urgent transport needs persist. Ambassadors report 16,000 Americans in Paris need movement within six months, while Vienna customs plan to move people via Trieste and to Italian ships. Curbing high transport costs is urged as Secretary Garrison vows to use army transports and prevent profiteering.
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F. J Kent
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Relief Committee
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Europe
Italians Refuse Cash for Letters of Credit in New York Trip
Milan reports an Italian liner leaving Genoa for New York is full with passengers. Many Americans in the city seek transport to New York but currently cannot cash letters of credit to fund their voyage.
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New York
Jealousy blamed for cattle poisoning in rural county
In southern Tripp county, two young farmers feud over a woman leading to a plan to poison cattle. Toni Miller admitted feeding strychnine contaminated corn to four cattle and others. five animals died or fell ill, with others expected to survive. Miller faced arrest and bond posting as prosecutors pursued charges in Tripp county circuit court.
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Ripp
Toni Miller
Dallas Baker
Yosterday
Freeland Harder
Turner
Old New England Church Celebrates Two Hundred Years
An old church in New England marked its bicentennial with a ceremony recalling early Pilgrim history. Parishioners honored ancestors who endured trials as they joined in the divine service and reflected on the church’s long lineage and local heritage.
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New England
Villistas Face Foreign Levy Complaints and Peace Talks
Reports from El Paso indicate Villa’s forces are taxing foreigners in northern Mexico provoking complaints to Washington. A Carbajal Velasco conference in Mexico City yielded a possible peace pact and a general amnesty, with Carranza to honor guarantees and suspend hostilities.
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Jose Castellot
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Mexico
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Mexico City
el Paso
Tex
Alez
Francisco Villa
State Department
Washington
Konane City
Mexico and Orient Railway
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Renton
Nia
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Arbaja
Villa
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Carbaja
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Velasco
German cruiser Leipzig sails from Mazatlan amid unrest
Mazatlan reports the Leipzig has departed as British and French shipowners fearfully monitor Pacific waters. The Burg Nurnburg’s whereabouts remain unknown after Honolulu. Algerine remains anchored with potential neutral port internment. Evacuation for starving Mazatlan proceeds, General Iturbide funds provisions. Refugees aboard German and British ships transferred to the California, which cares for 130. General Obregon’s forces plan to move toward Queretaro to join other units. Postal notices in New York announce upcoming interest payments on Mexican bonds and notes. Bremer refugees arrive. hotels full. German reservists among arrivals seeking homes.
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Firefighter killed in St Louis garment district blaze
A deadly blaze in St Louis last night in the garment district near Seventy- second, Locust, and St Charles destroyed a major block. One fireman was killed and several others seriously injured when a high power hoist tool collapsed from the building and hurled workers from a water tower. The interior of the garment factory was nearly leveled with heavy damage throughout the block.
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Locust
St. Charles
Anti Fat and Waistlines Echoes of Department Warnings
Fragmented OCR text discusses anti fat cures and dubious weight loss claims. It references the department of age culture experts denying efficacy of so called anti fat preparations and warns about cruel and illegal practices. It notes concerns about dieting methods and health risks.
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Emperor of Germany Blames Foes in Royal Speech
The German emperor delivered an important throne speech to deputies, insisting the war effort is defensive, not conquest, and urging unity among Germans to defend the empire. He said he no longer knows parties but Germans and asked party leaders to join hands and pledge loyalty.
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Rerils
Cadhae
Carman Empire
Porte Plans Return to England as Wanamaker Flight Pilot
British navy lieutenant John C Porte announced plans to return to England aboard the Lusitania, citing reservist status. The Aero Club of America confirmed Porte’s withdrawal as pilot for the Wanamaker flying boat America, with Glenn H Curtiss named to pilot if the trans Atlantic flight proceeds.
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John C. Porte
Wanamaker
America
England
Lusitania
Porte
Aero Club of America
Glenn H. Curtier
Senator Williams resigns from foreign relations panel
Washington senator John Sharp Williams resigns from the foreign relations committee, denouncing its hesitation to back administration mediation policy and faulting an equally disquieting attitude that rewards ship purchases and other goods overseas to aid cotton trade.
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Washington
John Sharp Williams
Reappointments of Postmasters Announced Washington List
Washington notes reap pointments of postmasters across towns and counties. Names include Rye Alice Hlinkenship Attica Frank J. Mason Bulley Jennie EL Pri ble Bongor Charlee KR Whinery Ho jon Jobo Ao Bentah Campbell Lew Hyland Cloverdale Peters Sharbandy Crocker John F Horner Dele Charkes Lonsdale Devon fohm Adama Durantin Turker Kiderade Wiliam F Lauer Glendon George J mura Granite John Alamer Ht Center Tenjamin tL. Denny Hunters Hien K Metzger Jordan John W Wei hel Kennether Winfred M Foster Kennedy Clark Dawson Kenwood Frank Carl Lanedon Emil Barglot Lawn HIM George Elording Lima Albert Roseberg Locust George Ruf frie Long Point Albert Kubicek Moran Adan Horton Norwoodville John Neonsham Oliver Alice BiDingw Paralta T J Kinney Seney John M Whitman Talleyrand James F Abra ham Tyrew Frank N Wilson Von Cleve Michael Longham Yeu Peter Jd Marken West Giustav Miller Wieh itu Frank E.atheoye.
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Rye
Alice
Hlinkenship
Attica
Frank J. Mason
Bulley
Jennie EL Prible
Bongor Charlee KR
Whinery
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Jobo Ao Bentah
Campbell
Lew Hyland
Cloverdale
Peters Sharbandy
Crocker
John F. Horner
Dele
MME SCHUMANN-HEINK SEEKS HELP FROM CHICAGO LAWYERS
Opera star Madame Schumann-Heink cabled her attorneys in Chicago seeking aid to exit Germany. The American-born singer, who had traveled to Weimar for a festival, was advised to contact the nearest American consul for assistance.
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Moe Fenestion
Schumann-Heink
Grand Oper
Chicago
Germany
Mercoangel
New Haven Gets Respite in Federal Suit
Attorney General McReynolds and special assistant in charge delay filing an answer to the suit for dissolution against New Haven nail in federal court in New York. The extension grants a week longer to submit their response.
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McReynolds
T. W
Ory
New Haven
Freight Rate Boosters Lay Future Plans
Interior lowe representatives and members met to discuss future measures to secure better freight rates. Cedar Rapids and other towns were mentioned as part of the broader plan to boost shipping charges and improve transport terms.
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Lowe
Yroterdey
Begretam
Dawson
Cedar Rapids
Watertion
Marehelltown
Wort Belge
Abel Iy
German Appeal to Italy Useless in Wartime Effort
Fragmentary report details a German appeal to Italy amid World War II era diplomacy. The piece references German efforts to sway Italy and mentions a prince, possible treaties, and shifting alliances, with unclear phrasing evident in the OCR text.
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Italy
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