Cosmic miscellany from old notes and world trivia
A collage of 19th century curiosities and statistics covers Engliam towns, Alaska fish wealth, wheat yields, and old maritime tales. It mentions a duke of Britany, the Grand Canal in Venice, and ships near Natal, with anecdotes on insects, papaya juice, and elephant tusks.
Historic Burial Vaults Pillaged in Washington Mystery
Washington authorities investigate a haunting and a desecration at the Patterson estate. Eight coffins were damaged and bones scattered as detectives seek clues about a nonlocal thief attracted to the ancient manor and rumored hauntings.
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Patterson
Garret
Colonial Mansion
Conta
Hiram Patterson
Gallaudet School For the Deaf and Dumb
Schmidt comeback attempt fails in San Francisco mayoral primary
San Francisco voters gave James Rolph the renomination in the mayoral primary as Eugene Schmidt, former mayor ousted in the 1906 07 graft cases, trailed in second and Andrew J Gallagher finished far behind.
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James Olph
Rolph
California
Eugene Schmidt
Andrew J. Gallagher
Minor League Magnates to Meet in San Francisco
San Francisco on September 29 reports that Allan Baum president of the Pacific Coast Baseball League and National Association of Minor Leagues secretary Farrell revealed the 11th annual convention will convene in early November for a three day session. A national board of arbitration meeting will run concurrently with Baum as a member. Major league magnates and managers are expected to attend, including national commission members.
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Pacific Ceal Baseball League
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National Association of Minor Leagues
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Neelty
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Sweden guards Red Cross limits at border with Russia
New York reports that Swedish neutrality rules stop American Red Cross surgeons from crossing into Russia in Russian uniforms. Dean Winn of Atlanta Georgia, a Red Cross surgeon, arrived on the United States from Copenhagen confirming the enforcement.
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Dean. Winn
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Copenhagen
Steamer Croseibaten Court Reported On Fire
A British freighter Croseibaten Court bound from Tam Fla for IF has caught fire at sea. Patch reports received indicate the vessel is ablaze and distress calls may have been issued.
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New York
Croseibaten Court
Tam Fla
Remnant of the Legion Passes Before President at Grand Parade
Nearly 30 000 veterans lined Pennsylvania Avenue as a Civil War reunion marked by a presidential review. Confederate veterans and dignitaries watched as old soldiers, bands, and ambulances moved along the route from the Capitol to the White House. Colonel Palmer led the Iowa contingent with strong public showings, while banners recalled Lincoln and Sherman era honors.
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Palmer
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Nebraska
Humphrey
Maryland
South Dakota
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Grand Army Republic
Gale 16 Raging Winds Cause Wire Damage
Severe gale winds in the area reached 76 miles per hour at early hour. Damage included blocked lines and wire disruption across the region with outages reported. Authorities warned residents to stay indoors and avoid fallen lines as repairs proceed.
Italian battleship Benedettie Brin sinks with heavy loss
A Rome dispatch reports the Italian battleship Benedettie Brin sank after a board fire and explosion. It is unclear how many were saved, with eight officers and marines saved and about 360 still unaccounted for.
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Stefan Mews
Rome
Benedettie Brin
Gisar
Bankers of England Outlook on War and Trade
London reports from Bankers and stock exchange men show a cautious mood. McKenna notes peace incomes should not fall below a sixpence in the pound, while Parliament debates finance. The Stock Exchange remains dull. cambists busy. Germany and Austria face wool shortages affecting winter supply.
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Stock Exchange
McKenna
Germany
Ardmore Blast Blame Sought In Tank Car Incident
Federal and state probes aim to fix blame for a Monday tank car explosion near Ardmore Oklahoma. An inquiry disclosed a leaking gasoline tank car at a Colorado and Santa Fe Railway site, with potential damages exceeding 100,000. City and state officials urged compliance with interstate safety standards for auto handling.
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Oklo
Enty
Russel Eltya A
Colorado & Banta Fe Railway
State Corporation
Rock Island Road Directors Sued In New York Case
The Rock Island Road directors are sued in New York with a receiver named in relation to a Chicago Rock Island & FP company matter. Proceedings indicate the Supreme Court involvement and a dispute over corporate control.
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Rock Island Road
New York
J M. Pinkineon
Chicase Rock Island & FP Pany
Hock Island & Pany
Mining Underworld Report Sparks Local Alarm
Fragmentary notes describe an underground mining operation near Walrenburg with possible traces of a missing leader named Mitchell. Officials say no trace of the Walrenburg group has been found and the investigation continues.
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Pomie Com
Talners
Mitchell
Eliien
Possible Appointments Rumor Amid Allied Setback
A Telegraph dispatch reports a setback for the French and British with a likelihood of a new commander in chief of the armies. Field Marshal Von Hindenburg is named in connection with the potential appointment.
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British Victory Reaches Mesopotamia From London Report
British dispatches announce a major success in Mesopotamia as Turkish forces retreat, with authorities noting about 26 miles of advance in the theater. The report emphasizes strategic gains and ongoing pursuit by Allied units.
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London
Treai Turkeie
British transport sunk with heavy crew losses reported
A Constantinople dispatch to the overseas news agency reports the sinking of a British transport. The message notes that most of the crew perished with only a few survivors. The report is the second account of the same incident with unclear corroboration.
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Bayrile
Constantinople
Aspect
Gopeseree
New York Machinists Seek Higher Pay Across Nation
A report from the International Association of Machinists offices states 166 American machinists nationwide are appealing for higher wages amid the Great Britain and American munitions demand. English workers reportedly earn up to 8 a day, with American mechanics seen paying as high as 6 to 7 dollars daily.
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Internationl Association of Machinisia
Great Britain
English Wor "Tost Week Ts Are Sayins What Is To ‘A Sents
Partisan Consul 18 Told He Must Resign
Fragmentary report notes a consul at Washington D C was urged to resign over remarks about U S policy in the European war. The document hints at reassignment and discusses the transfer of posts amid the war’s broader implications.
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Augonn Ffney
Ongal Gan
Prospects for Early End to Strike Remain Vague
Unclear progress toward ending the walkout by metalworkers. Both sides show limited movement and no formal settlement. The Chicago area scene reflects stalled talks with no decisive breakthrough.
Recount Ballots Reported by County Officials
A terse county update notes a recount of ballots conducted by county officials. Details on precincts or results are limited in the readable text.
French and British Make Gains as Austrians Check Slavs
German casualties reported by the French war office show heavy losses in the recent offensive. The French claim an army strength of 120000 with 1000 surrendering north of Mas signes. Prisoners and captured material flow toward Chaulonne as progress continues in Artois and Champagne fronts.
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French War Office
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War Office
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Artois
Bouches
Champeoens
Champagne
Drive Into Serbia Report Confusing Fragments
Fragmentary OCR notes mention landing at Port Mathrin and refer to Ha News. The readable text is garbled with names and places unclear, yielding no coherent events or dates to confirm a full story.
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Sayvilie
Port Mathrin
Sear Scan Wetaneet Cestinas
Ee Gefurter Zeitung
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Eeeeaeers Se
Battle of Neuville and Looue Area Report
Fragmentary notes describe tense fighting north of Neuville and La Fine with British and French lines holding against repeated enemy attacks. Reports mention heavy lens imagery and returned fire, multiple aircraft losses, and ongoing attempts to breach defenses.
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Entterern
Tees Fieror
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Conner A
Fragmentary World War I Front Line Notes From OCR
Readable fragments describe enemy bombardment and movement in trenches north of the Attic region. Mentions reinforcement efforts, shifting conditions, and strategic outlook from military leaders. Notes imply evolving dynamics and possible change in momentum on the front.
French War Effort Praised by Poincare and Millerand
A damaged excerpt from a September report celebrates Allied victory and French leadership. It notes Poincare and Millerand praising troops, officers, and soldiers, with joy across the republic and government support for the war effort.
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Poincare
Millerand
Minist
Amir Cenerel
Frensh Airman Carrying Oer Hore Ez to Liege
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a French airman carrying something over Hore Ez to Liege amid disputes. The text mentions a cum wyre, three preach, jy courage and vy flr in hie in oe tiret viel entents allies til oy and hie greatl. unclear details and names.
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