Victorian attitudes on crime and suffrage in early press
The fragment discusses an Indiana woman’s alleged self-harm linked to marital neglect, compares social crime classes, and notes differing suffrage tactics between American and British women. It cites footpads and auto burglars as evolving crime types and remarks on American suffragists’ tactics.
Professor's claim on children under 12 sparks debate
A professor contends that all children under 12 are liars while studying how fear governs youth. The remark prompts discussions on honesty and courage, comparing the fearless child to fearless adults in moral behavior.
Turkish consul general foresees Turkey rising as cotton leader
The acting Turkish consul general in New York says Turkey will be among the first cotton producers within five years. He notes this implies a radical change in seed selection and cultivation strategy.
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New York
Caravels Remembered Amid Aeroplane Promises
A brief reflection contrasts Columba’s caravels with modern aeroplane advances, noting earlier sea vessels led by Columba’s caravels versus later air progress, framing progress as a mix of achievement and limitation.
Illinois man reflects on creator and role of women
An Illinois man muses that the creator did not intend a woman to supplant man and suggests the only place this might apply is when a baby suffers colic at 2 a.m. He states that man is a helpless piece of humanity in such moments.
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Illinois
Oklahoma
Dr. Lambert
Winton
Mrs. Winton
Mr.Winton
Mr. Winton
Chancey
Lambert
Lisbon Earthquake Seen as Shake to Lords Dignity
A Lisbon earthquake is discussed as an upheaval that might remind London’s House of Lords and their dignity of the need for reform. The remark suggests that such a quake could be beneficial by prompting attention to governance.
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Lisbon
House of Lords
London
France to Tax German Balloons Crossing Front Tier
France will enforce a tax on German airships crossing the frontier. The move will require expansion of police by adding an Americanstyle unit known as the fly cop.
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France
Aerial Travel Plans and Arctic Chamois Gifts
A new company aims to establish air travel from Europe to America over the ocean. Five Alpina chamois skins with live chamois from Switzerland arrive in the United States, a first for the country. The piece muses on wireless communication with Mars and a Canadian clock change proposal adopted in England.
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Europe
America
England
Bernese Oberland
United States
Atlantic
Let the Young Turks End Atrocities In Asia Minor Now
The piece argues for immediate Turkish reform to stop atrocities in Asia Minor and suggests such action would boost international opinion. It also notes a humorous Oklahoma prank and a case for housecleaning turning into a public duty, plus Michigan farmers可能 expanding wheat acreage as prices rise to 1.88 per bushel.
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Turkey
Asia Minor
Michigan
West
Medical Society Rails Against Fraudulent Corsets
Fragmentary quotes accuse fashion items like corsets and high sheets of promoting harmful vanity among women. The medical society decries the fashion trade and hints at scientific dictates being ignored by this trend.
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Creia
Etec
Earthquake Weather Sets Stage for a Curious Conspiracy
Dr. Lambert counsels patient deception to protect a married man’s plans after a jealous suitor, Charlie Winton, seeks help to hide a romantic entanglement. A mix of weather lore and social maneuvering unfolds as Lambert improvises a solution involving mistaken letters and a club scene.
Cabinet sides with Father Time on time clocks
Washington learns President Taft and his cabinet will not alter government work hours to match seasonal daylight shifts. Officials concluded federal clocks will keep standard time, and clerks will continue with established office hours. The decision avoids disrupting railroads postal schedules and private business.
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Ashington
Taft
Cincinnati
England
Post Office Department
Rai
Widow of Major Carrington Secured in Civil Service
President Taft orders Nina L. Carrington, widow of Maj. Frank del Carrington, appointed to a classified civil service post without examination. Carrington, once of the Twenty first United States infantry, was convicted in the Philippines of misappropriation and sentenced to penal servitude, a sentence later nullified by the U S Supreme Court.
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United States
Taft
Nina L. Carrington
Carrington
Maj
Frank del Carrington
Twenty-first United States Infantry
Philippines
United States Supreme Court
Manila
Twenty-first Infantry
St. Louis
Islands
Bilabid
Washington
Professor Ladd and Student Identification in Dispute
In a Bohemian Magazine excerpt a case discusses a student accused of misconduct and pending dismissal. Professor Ladd confirms positive identification of the young man while Professor Wheeler notes a distinctive gesture as he asks about identifying a second party.
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Peter
Amd
Iofala
Hethe
Ladd
Wheeler
Bohemian Magazine
Skin Rash Vanishes After Cuticura Treatment
A Yukon Oklahoma family describes their two year old son’s severe rash and blistering. After weeks of doctor visits stinging itch and rough skin back like tree bark the child found relief with Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Compound. News ad notes the brand as the cure two years prior with no symptoms since.
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J. W.lauck
Yukon
Qokla
Zi - Potter Drug & Chem
Prominent Women Lead Anti-Tuberculosis Crusade
A list of notable women in society and the arts who support tuberculosis relief. Mrs. W. Kin-Vannerh recently donated $1,000,000 for homes for consumptives. Spalding of Chicago built a sanatorium and tuberculous institute. Mrs. Huntington and Mrs. Harriman contributed to the fight in Porto Rico. Mme Emma Calve and Miss Olka Nethersale also active in fundraising and lectures.
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W.ki-Vannerht
Urself Spalding
Chicago
Chicago Tuberculossis
Olka "Nethersale” Hingié
Denham Wins Senate Seat After Pocket Gun Clash
ENRY H DENHAM a Kentucky born legislator known for quips about pocket pistols becomes elevator conductor in Washington Senate building He backed Bradley in the Beekham contest while ill and later drew a pistol to remind Capt Longmeyer he was unpaired when gunfire began in pairing debates
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Enry H. Denham
Senate
Washington
Kentucky
Bradley
Denham
Kentucky Assembly
Monroe
Metcalf
Beckham
Statehouse
Longmeyer
Mr. Denham
Dolliver's Wife Active in Capital Affairs Prominent in Iowa
Mrs. Dolliver, wife of Senator Dolliver, is described as a home loving, politically engaged figure. She chairs education efforts for her children, studies public questions, and serves in the Daughters of the American Revolution while representing Iowa in continental congresses and Washington meetings for years.
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Daughters of
Iowa
Washington
Dolliver
Wandsington
Grape-Nuts Rebuilds Health After Illness Tale
An elderly Newbury man recounts a severe illness in October with loss of weight and weakness. After trying various foods, he credits Grapenuts with restoring energy and strength within weeks, noting rapid recovery and return to work.
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