Pest control and public health lessons from flies and rats
The article traces the harmful roles of pests such as mosquitoes rats and flies in spreading disease. It notes historical campaigns by groups like the International Association for the Scientific Destruction of Rats and advises practical defenses including screens fly traps and creosote sprays to protect food and prevent outbreaks.
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International Association For the Scientific Destruction
Inmark
San Francisco
Roosevelt to hunt big game in Africa after presidency
The article reports a planned April departure for Africa by President Roosevelt to hunt big game in Uganda and surrounding regions. It notes a likely 3 391 mile Cairo to Mombasa route, fears no newspapers or camera fiends, and mentions Kermit Roosevelt possibly accompanying him with guides and stenographers to record impressions for a future book.
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Roosevelt
Africa
Amerlica
George Gore
Rocky Mountains
Cape To Cairo
Kermit
Central Africa
Somaliland
Mr Roosevelt
Uganda
Phaethon
Apollo
Sahara
Father Nile
Unyoro
Usongora
Usoga
Uzinja
Cairo
Mombasa
Col. Roosevelt
Khartoum
Sudan
Nile
Albert N’yanza
Semlike
Albert Edward N’yanza
Victoria N’yanza
Murchison
Somerset Nile
America
Egypt
Sagamore Hill
Roosevalt
Texas
New Mexico
Colorado
Kansas
Oklahoma
Plains
Nebraska
Agricultural Experiment
North Platte
Highmore
South Dakota
Northern Plains
Great Basin
Inter-Mountain
Gambling and Ban Johnson Threaten Baseball’s Integrity
Ban Johnson orders club owners to curb wagering as players fear expulsion. John Powell of the St. Louis Browns claims gambling earnings exceed his salary. Articles discuss past scandals, fan preferences for pitching and defense, and notes on players like Albert Bridwell and Silk O’Loughlin. The piece covers league dynamics in both the American and National leagues, with anecdotes of prior gambling plots and the sport’s public image.
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Ban Johnson
Johnson
John Powell
St. Louis Browns
Powell
Louisville
Devlin
Nichols
Cramer
Silk” O'Loughlin
O’loughlin
O'Loughlin
Doing Time A Convict's 19 Year Reform Leads to $100,000
A Maine inmate pardoned after 19 years of a life sentence developed a sewing machine attachment device. He travels to New York to claim $100,000 from a major company for the invention. The case supports reformation and productive return to society as supportive prison policy.
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Maine
New York
Troy
N. Y
East Orange Church Hosts Outdoor Auto Club Services
A church in East Orange plans Sunday outdoor services on its lawn for automobile parties. Clergy will stand on the steps while attendees gather around as they wish. Smoking may be allowed, though cigars will not be supplied. The move reflects new practices alongside outdoor exercise trends.
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New Times
New Manners
East Orange
Bermuda Bans Automobiles Amid Speed Concerns
Governor signs bills prohibiting motor cars on the island citing speed maniacs and growing prejudice among residents. The text notes a sports-related tempering of use and hints at broader social issues including beef shortages and the role of science in business.
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Bermuda
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Boston
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Bridwell
Needham
Tenny
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Dahlen
McGann
Ferguson
John Anderson
White Sox
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Athletics
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Agrono US
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Peary
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Tenato
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