Christian Herald Appeals for More Funds Aid to Chinese Famine
Washington reports the Christian Herald has raised its famine fund to 300000 with a 960000 loan via the state department to Shanghai. The Red Cross 0,000 gift and new appeal follow. In Nanking estimates foresee up to a million deaths by spring as famine and pestilence worsen and bands loot for food.
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Washington
State Department
Shanghai
Christian Herald
American Red Cross Society
Nanking
China
Truesdale to resign railroad presidency plan announced
Scranton reports that William H. Truesdale will relinquish the presidency of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western to become chairman of the board with a higher salary, while the plan includes other official changes. President Truesdale, Vice President Loomis, and General Superintendent Clarke are said to be in the south on vacation. In El Paso Mexican forces attack Juarez, martial law declared, amid fighting and train thefts, with American casualties and Red Cross warned.
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Scranton
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
William H. Truegedale
Truesdale
Loomis
Clarke
South
el Paso
Tex
Juarez
Orete
Samamica
James R. Garfield
Diaz
Texas
Otero
Red Cross Society
Opening Bennett County for settlement announced
Rapid City Journal reports the proclamation to open Bennett County on Pine Ridge Indian lands for homestead entry with about 192000 acres available. First come first served replaces the prior lottery system. Lacreek already has a post office and store. The county lies near Merriman Nebraska, with fertile soil evidenced by large oat yields and a proactive Lacreek commercial club seeking inquiries.
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Rapid City Journal
Bennett County
Pine Ridge
Bennett
Merriman, Neb
Lacreek
Dakotas
Lacreen
Inqguirjee
Princess Clementine and Husband Banished From France
Paris reports Princess Clementine wife of Prince Victor Napoleon Bonaparte has been politely informed that she and her husband are banished from France. Victor, long exiled by law, cannot reside in the country, and the story says no spouse should escape the fate.
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Paris
Clementine
Victor Napoleon Bonaparte
Roy Blas
France
Victor
Notre
Grand Jury Probing Jersey City Explosion
New York on February 2 reports the coroner's jury is examining the dynamite blast in Jersey City. The grand jury may indict those who brought dynamite into the city without permission. Heavy damage suits are expected as fatalities could reach twenty, with losses around 30 000 dollars and plate glass damage estimated at over 100 000 dollars.
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New York
Sam Moen Burned by Kerosene Explosion Near Lemmon
Lemmon Feb 2 Sam Moen a local homesteader eight miles south of town tried to start a fire with kerosene when an explosion hurled burning oil over him and his clothing. He saved the house and treated his burns, suffering painful injuries to the legs but expected to recover.
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Lemmon
Sam Moen
Moen
Consular Appointments Spark Accusations Of Favoritism
Washington reports a mix up of names in consular postings led to charges of favoritism. Gabriel B Toll's appointment as consul general at Constantinople created friction when his name appeared as Gabriel B Hollis in error. The state department corrected the mistake after Berlin and press confusion.
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Berlin
Chicago
Gabriel B.toll
Constaniinople
State Department
Constantinople
Gabriel B. Ravandal
Beirut
Ravandal
W. Stanley Hollis
Dundee
Senate
Gabriel B. Hollis
Black Hills Urged As Summer Tourist Haven
The Northwestern railroad company pledges full support to advertise the Black Hills country this year. It calls for hearty cooperation from every commercial board and publicity agency to promote the region as a summer home for vast numbers of tourists, warning that overlooking these possibilities would be our own fault.
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Rapid City Journal
Northwestern Railroad Company
Black Hills
Six year old MacIntosh injured in wagon wheel accident
Andy MacIntosh son of Mr and Mrs Olin MacIntosh of Piedmont suffered a serious accident Saturday morning when a wagon wheel passed over his right hand. He was taken to Sturgis and the crushed bones were set in plaster by Dr Richards.
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Sturgis
Andy
Olin MacIntosh
Piedmont
Plaster of Paris
Richards
Will Buy The Old Franklin House In Paris
Paris reports the United States intends to acquire the Rue de Fenthleven residence built by Benjamin Franklin. Officials seek to preserve the unique site with ministerial interest and potential future use as an embassy. Bonaparte, Josephine, and Hortense once lived there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
United States
Young Turks Mobilize Vast Reserves to Quell Discontent
London reports the Young Turks plan mobilizing 600000 reserves plus 400000 existing troops to suppress domestic unrest. They threaten war with Italy Greece Russia and Bulgaria amid regional tensions.
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Young Turks
London
Italy
Greece
Russia
Bulgaria
Despondent Lake Preston Man Shoots Self in Aberdeen Hotel
A. D Converse aged 50 of Lake Preston was in Aberdeen when he shot and killed himself at the Lincoln hotel. Despondency was given as the cause. He was traveling for Tolles & Rogers, furniture dealers of Huron. The incident occurred February 3.
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Lincoln
Aberdeen
A. D. Converse
Converse
Lake Preston
Fortolles & Rogers
Huron
Harrison Boomed for President in 1912
Washington reports a new potential for the 1912 Democratic nomination with former Chicago Mayor Carter Harrison as a leading figure. His Chicago base and Illinois delegation could push him into the race alongside Mayor Gaynor, while Harmon's supporters back Atlee Pomerene as senator, a move seen as progressive and aimed at moderating party resistance to Harmon.
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Washington
Capitol
Carter Harrison
Chicago
Harrison
Cook County
Illinois
Gaynor
Harmon
Atlee Pomerene
Ohio
Pomarene
Alfalfa Seed Boom Reported in Stanley County
Pierre Feb 2 A recent alfalfa meeting shows Stanley County produced and sold 44000 dollars worth of alfalfa seed last year with more seed held for home use Sully County sold 17000 dollars and Hughes County 15000 dollars These figures reflect growing alfalfa production across western and central South Dakota with farmers building steady incomes from seed sales to dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Kansan Burlesque Ban Proposed in Legislature
Topeka reports a proposed Kansas law would ban corset or skirt lengths under four inches below the knee for any female performer on stage. Kansas City notes a surge in dictionary demand with public libraries and private readers buying Webster dictionaries. most buyers are men seeking reference books.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
State of
Bryan Praises Wilson In First Page Of Commoner
Lincoln Neb Feb 3 William J Bryan prints the first page of his Commoner to commend Gov Woodrow Wilson for his stance on New Jersey policy. The editorial move signals strong backing of Wilson amid political tensions in the state.
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Bryan
Woodrow Wilson
Lincoln
Neb
William J. Bryan
Gov. Wilson
New Jersey
Rush of settlers expected in Dakota via Milwaukee line
Milwaukee railroad officials foresee a heavy influx of settlers into western North and South Dakota this year. The company anticipates handling thirty carloads of immigrants' movables daily at the season’s start. Strong interest centers on the Standing Rock reservation and nearby New England, North Dakota.
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Aberdeen
8. D
Milwaukee Railroad
North
South Dakota
Standing Rock Reservation
New England
N. D
Deadlock in New York Legislature on Senator Seat
Albany February 2 The legislature remains deadlocked over the selection of a senator as political maneuvering continues to stall action. The stalemate focuses on party lines and key committee holds, delaying a decisive vote.
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New York
Albany
Uncle Sam Keeps Canal Supplies Through Panama Railroad
Washington D C Feb 2 That Uncle Sam means to be an honest ay val as efficient storekeeper is shown in the annual report of the Panama railroad Just published it states automatic weighing machines have been established for the sale of supplies to canal employees The railroad has taken over supplying the needs of the canal employees as the stock is owned by the United States and the commissary department runs by an army officer It lists sales totaling 2810519 14 for 009 1039 and notes low prices for foodstuffs despite a rising US market Pork prices rose and the commissary boosted them The canal zone received ships fresh fruits game cold storage meats and thousands of kitchen items from the railroad bakeries ice plant and similar facilities More than 4 000 000 loaves of bread 604 003 rolls and 130 66 pounds of cake 30 0047 was produced June to January Ice cream worth 62379 43 was made New flavors updated several times weekly The report emphasizes demand for ice cream and a special building for its manufacture The commissary also roasts and grinds all coffee used and manufactures ice
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Washington, D. C
Sam
Panami ‘Ailroad
Panama
Panama Canal
Unites
Iennal Seikere
Duriong
Yas
Nele
Cana
Canal Zone
Vta
Panami Allroad
Devlin
Wilem
Versailles
St. Privet
le Bourget
Infringement Sanctioned on Customs Laws for Imperial Valley Aid
Washington February action by the U S Comptroller of the Treasury allows Special Disbursing Agent J C Hering of Yuma to pay Mexican customs duties by check and to accept American eighty cent pieces as Mexican dollars to aid flood prevention work in the Imperial Valley. The decision conflicts with existing statutes and relies on an international agreement amid operational challenges near the border.
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Washington
United States
the Treasury
Imperial Valley
California
Colorado River
J. C. Hering
Yuma
Calif
Mexico
Congress
Boundary Line
Hering
Hig
Candlemass Observed in New York Churches
New York Roman Catholic churches observed Candlemass today, a feast instituted by Pope Gelasius I in 492 to commemorate Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mary.
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New York
Metropolis
Gelasius I
Temple
Society fashions for afternoon teas in New York
New York on February 1 reports society women in gowns of black chiffon over satin with chic contrasts. Sleeves trimmed with porcelain beads form artistic figures, reflecting a refined afternoon tea attire trend among prominent social circles.
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New York
Police hunt for murderer after family shooting in Flint
In Flint Michigan on February 2 Mrs Helen Slayde was shot dead and her sister Ava and John Talbot were wounded at their home. Police search for Frank Foz aged 48 brother in law of the women as the motive appears to be a family quarrel.
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Flint, Mich
Helen Slayde
Ava
John Talbot
Heir
Frank Foz
Roosevelt Dam Opens With Roosevelts Name In Arizona
Roosevelt Dam, 1080 feet long and 289 feet high, part of the Salt River project, will irrigate 240000 acres and hold 66028000000 cubic feet of water. Located 70 miles northwest of Phoenix, it will power mills and supply electricity from a base powerhouse. The $5.54 million structure topped by a 25 foot higher than Shoshone dam will be formally opened next month with national officials and engineers attending.
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Salt River Valley
Phoenix
Arizona
Delaware
Great Irrigation Service
Wyoming
Montana
Idaho
Colorado
Roosevelt Dam
Moosevelt
Governor’s salary tops state chiefs at twelve thousand
Nigel’s reports that the governor earns a yearly $12,000 salary, the highest among all state chief executives. The figure highlights the governor’s pay compared with peers in other states.
Emperor Wils 12th birthday letter praises regimental shot
Devlin February report prints a letter from the young Emperor Wil em after his twelfth birthday. He thanks the regiment commander for a ceremonial shot shell, expresses fear of its power, notes a three week truce, and hopes for no more fighting. He wishes the forces safety and welcomes their return crowned with joy.
Paris Woman Lawyer Offered in Public Marriage Proposal
In Paris at the theater Miche, Mme Helene Miropopolsky, a noted and stylish woman lawyer, faced an audience after a lecture when a well known man rose and publicly proposed marriage. She declined firmly, arguing feminism supports both love and professional work.
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Paris
Mme
Helene Miropolsky
Theater Miche
Legal difficulties follow Stepney battle
London reports a legal muddle after the Stepney siege where Winston Churchill led 5,606 police and troops to destroy two foreign desperados at 100 Sydney Street. Damage runs into thousands. owners seek payment but argue no party is legally liable. Insurance refuses coverage. pressure mounts for a government grace settlement.
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London
Stepney
Winston Churchill
Sydney Street
Radium Trade Surges With 1910 Business Growth
Paris reports a booming radium market in 1910. The Bank of Radium sold 168000 dollars worth, about two grains 1.92, with 14000 dollars for commercial use and medical rents. All output came from the single Captory facility at Nogent sur Marne and expectations rise for 1911.
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Paris
Bank of Radium
Marne
Woman's Trade Union League growth and origins
The Woman's Trade Union League of England formed in 1874 reported about 186000 affiliated members. The model for the first Woman's Trade Union originated in America.
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Woman's Trade Union Langue of
England
America
Famine and Plague Ravage Chinese Districts
From Pekin to Harbin and Mukden the plague decimates districts in China while famine drives parents to sell children for food. About 250000 people suffer as crops fail after floods and untimely rains, leaving unburied dead on roads.
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Pekin
China
Harbin
Mukden
Tlen-Taln
Kiangua
Anhui
Iren
Roada
Pretty Madge Sullivan Exiled From Reservation
Sheridan Wyoming February 2 Chief Plenty Hawk of the Crow tribe has entered the public eye through his ties with Madeline Sullivan a Chicago girl of one year, now exiled from the reservation and sheltering near its border. A rescue effort followed a police conference at Lodge Grass Montana with Indian agents urging restraint and the pair keeping to their plans.
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Plenty Hawk
Lodge Graaa
Sheridan, Wyo
Madeline SuLlivan
Chicago
Crow Agency
Mont
Sheridan City
Tepee of Plenty
Hawk
Sheridan
Rice
Apa
National Congress of Mothers guest honors Georgia meet
Mrs. Frederick Shoff of Philadelphia president of the National Congress of Mothers attends the third annual meeting of the Georgian Congress of Mothers in Atlanta as guest of honor for a three day session.
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Atlanta
Frederick Shoff
Philadelphia
National Congress of Mothers
Ian Atlanta
Georgian Congress of Mothers
No Change as Yet in Iowa Senatorial Fight
Des Moines reports a continued senatorial deadlock with Porter 4 votes, Young 46, Kenyon 64, Garet 1. Judge Ken yon ii appears in Des Moines and Young expected to depart for Washington tomorrow.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Porter
Young
Kenyon
Garet
Judge Kenyon ii
Washington
Night fashinghes fly in a bliprot monoplane record
In Vau France a four seated Bilerot monoplane carried a total weight of 1112 pounds and set a new record for the number of passengers aboard. The flight featured two high passenger counts and marked a notable early aviation milestone for the era.
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Vau
France
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Roosevelt
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