Trees to Honor Roosevelt in Bedford Park Brooklyn
A group of red oaks in Bedford Park Brooklyn were planted with ceremony to honor the late Colonel Roosevelt. The American Forestry association notes that memorial trees suit his memory given his interest in conservation and outdoor life. The group plans a national honor roll of memorial trees for men who served in World War I.
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Roosevelt
Bedford Park
Brooklyn
American Forestry Association of Washington
Foot Ease Powder and Ball Blue for Household Comfort
An ad style notice promotes Allen's Foot Ease anti septic powder to ease tight shoes and prevent corns with foot baths. It also mentions Red Cross Ball Blue laundry aid as a cheap household bleach, priced at five cents at grocers. The piece references a Pullman Porter and a dentist in a scattered, humorous ad tone.
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Allen's
Weight gain hype and patent claims flood modern health ads
Fragmented ad copy touts phosphate as a miracle for nervousness, weakness, and rapid weight increase. It promotes growth claims, beauty benefits, and toxin removal with dubious ingredients from unnamed suppliers. The piece sources claims to attract buyers with flashy language and dubious testimonials.
The Star Performer at the Modest Violet-Watch
The Soda Water Glise is challenged as a performer named The Star Performer appears in a scene at the Modest Violet-Watch. A rival taunts with a boast about beating them in a drinking contest or game.
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Violet
His Trouble Tid feet wept him out of the army
A fragment notes a man leaving military service as a cited punishment or fate. The terse line suggests hardship and displacement tied to his time in uniform, with enigmatic phrasing implying a loss or withdrawal under pressure.
Italian landings in Turkey spark allied note to Rome
Paris May 23. United States Great Britain and France united in sending a note to Italy seeking explanation for Italian forces landing in Adalia Budrum and Makri during peace conference withdrawals. Premier Orlando returned to Paris from Bardonecchia after a sharp incident with Greece’s Venizelos. Italian actions complicate the Turkish question and Smyrna developments. Saloniki reports say Italian guards allowed Bulgarians to escape. calls to remove Italian troops from Bulgaria grow.
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United States
Paris
Ain
France
Italy
Turkey
Orlando
Council of Four
Venizelos
Greece
Adalia
Budrum
Makri
Smyrna
Asia Minor
Gulf of Makri
Vilayet of
Associated Press
Saloniki
Athens
Macedonia
Bulgaria
Journal Des Balkans
Riot Breaks Out at Leavenworth Prison Barracks
United Press reports a riot at the U S disciplinary barracks in Leavenworth Kansas May 23. A sergeant armed illegally fired on convicts as they attempted to raid a storeroom. Prisoners armed with clubs fought guards for about half an hour before being confined.
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Leavenworth
Kan
United States
Elected Bishop of Nebraska at Diocesan Convention
The Rev Ernest Vincent Shayler of Senile Washington was chosen bishop of Nebraska to fill the vacancy after Bishop Arthur Williams's death. The decision was announced at the diocesan convention in Omaha on May 3.
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Nebraska
Associated Preas
Omaha
Neb
Tey
Ernest Vincent Shayler
Senile
Wash
Arthur Williams
Charles and Zita Hissed as They Arrive at Swiss Chateau
Ex Emperor Charles and ex Empress Zita arrived at Nyon from St Paul accompanied by Austrian archdukes and a large retinue. Crowds hissed them as they reached the station. They will reside at the Chateau Prangins near Geneva under temporary Swiss guard while plans are made.
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Geneve
Empresa Zta
Nyon
Lake Geneva
St. Paul
Chateau Pranzing
Cieneva
Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte
Relief in business tieup in Winnipeg
Winnipeg officials say they have abolished by permission of the union cards used by some shops and restaurants to stay open during the general strike. Water pressure rose, police and fire protection improved, and deliveries resumed on a limited scale. Industry showed slight relief from the tie up. Mayor Gray predicted progress toward a settlement as iron and steel representatives refused to meet with striker committees.
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United Press
Winnipeg
Man
Gray
Iron and Steel Companies
War official calls for subsidy to boost airplane industry
New York May 23 Assistant Secretary of War Benedict Crowell talked aboard a commission bound for Europe on plans to develop the U S commercial airplane industry He argued that the objective could be achieved only with government subsidy.
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New York
Europe
Benedict Crowell
Warning Issued On Occupational Tax In Washington
Washington May 23 Persons whose occupations are taxed under the revenue act were reminded by the bureau of internal revenue that payment must be made by May 31 or face penalties. Tax subjects include stock brokers pawn brokers ship brokers customs brokers theater museum and concert hall owners proprietors of public exhibitions bowling alleys riding academies shooting galleries and auto for hire operators.
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Associated Press
Washington
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Gas Producing Leaders Gather at Lincoln Meeting
The Iowa Association of Gas Men meeting in Lincoln includes Nebraska Iowa and South Dakota with several hundred industry men. George D. Roper of Rockford elected president W H Taylor of Omaha first vice president C N Chubb of Davenport second vice president H E Sterrett secretary treasurer.
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Associated Press
Lincoln
Neb
Iowa Association of Gas Men
Nebraska
Iowa
South Dakota
George D. Roper
Rockford
W. H. Taylor
Omaha
C. N. Chubb
Davenport
New Territory
CC. A. Nash
US Sends Warm Cuban Independence Wishes From DC
The state department relayed President Wilsons congratulations to Cuba through the American legation in Havana on Cuba independence anniversary. The note also conveyed American goodwill from the government and people.
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Cuba
Washington, D.C
State Department
Ameriican Legation
Havana
Wilson
United States
Haarlem Oil Capsules Promise Quick Relief for Kidney Ailments
This ad promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Capsules as a long standing remedy for kidney trouble and related symptoms. It claims quick relief from back pain digestion insomnia bladder or abdominal discomfort and urges continued use to restore vigor. The product is advertised as originating from Haarlem Holland with sealed boxes and various sizes.
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Haarlem
Holland
Aubstitute
In Doubt. A Burglar at the Door Sparks Wry Exchange
A nervous woman asks if a burglar is inside and Joan replies doubtfully that there is little worth stealing. The conversation turns toward whether to arrest him or thank him for the compliment, highlighting a humorous household moment.
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Joan
Imbibing It and the Quaint Voice in a Curious Note
A fragmented excerpt features quirky phrases about a prima donna and her audience reactions. A farmer comments on encouraging children to strive by demanding big deeds, reflecting a village mood and informal discourse.
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Prima Donnea
Two Sorts of Joker in a Judge's View
A judge discusses practical and impractical jokers. He explains a practical joker jokes with subordinates while an impractical one jokes with his wife. He also urges nurturing the mind with great thoughts to foster heroism and notes music can intoxicate the mood.
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RAND
Durham
Durham Tobacco
Willie Willis
Papa Willis
Immortality and the Duty of Living in Playful Exchange
A child asks if heavenly play will continue after death and if God will send a little devil to play with in the afternoon, while the mother frames mortality as a gift and duty. The exchange reflects early modern religious musing on immortality and moral responsibility.
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