Harbor Pirates Defeated by Speedy Police Launches
New York harbor police patrol 445 miles of waters with fast motorboats, searchlights and grappling irons to deter river piracy. Officers, many former sailors, work in eight hour shifts, changing reliefs every fortnight to stay ahead of thieves who target cargo at night. Pirates and barges collude, stealing portions of cargo like sugar coffee and rope, but the vigilant river patrol has reduced loot dramatically.
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New York
New York City
New York Harbor
Speedy
Sailor Police
Case Too Much For SoloMon Charleston
Five witnesses testify that a chicken and brood belonged to Mrs John Gracer after her arrest for theft. Mrs Cookham claims ownership and witnesses back her claim. The judge contemplates which home the poultry actually occupied and where they would go, with ongoing questions about custody and responsibility.
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Charleston
W. Va
Holeimon
Shoo
John Gracer
Mra
Cookham
Henry Werte
Rome
Coukhaw
Prether
Accused Cop Uses Burglar as Witness in Trial
Patrolman Thomas Schultz of Henklyn faces burglary charges and brings a thief to Brooklyn Police HQ to prove the crime occurred while he was off duty. Benjamin Rockhower testifies he, with two others, broke into a drug store at 889 De Kalb avenue, stealing alcohol, about 20 minutes after five. Commissioner Faurot reserved decision.
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Grings
Tiwoklyn
Thomas Schultz
Henklyn
Brooklyn
Schulte
Schutte
Faurot
Benjamin Rockhower
Bushwick Avenue
de Kalb Avenue
Fat Policeman Shows Speed in Selkirk Chase
Chief W A J Baker of Selkirk near Winnipeg demonstrates speed in a crime incident. Weighing 268 pounds, he dashes after two Yemite youths who attempted a store robbery at three in the morning, terring down the street in a chairshirt and fierce look, collaring a thief as he returns, smiling.
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Winnipeg
W. A. J. Baker
Selkirk
Canada
Baker
Winnineg
Eaen
Baltimore Man Accused of Bigamy with Two Wives
John W Turner a thirty one year old Baltimore man is accused of bigamy for living with two wives. He wed Alias Genele Critn in 1908 and has four children aged thirteen. He later married Mies Balle Frasier eighteen of Prestonsburg Kentucky and on a trip there brought her to Baltimore. He has lived with both spouses since marrying the second a year ago.
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Baltimore
Avonfowston
John W. Turner
Bigamiat
Jenele Critn
Turner Martiet Mies Balle Frasier
Prestonsburg
Turner
Baltinore
Chicago
Flr
Fie
Half Mile Under Ground Lightning Strikes Mirror
A miner was badly injured by a bolt of lightning while working half a mile underground. The report notes the miner leaned on a roll and four public works workers nearby felt the shock, with one barely avoiding strike.
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Clartelt
Grbaid
Iran
Shipping Eggs by Parcel Post Profitable Marketing Practice
Parcel post shipping of eggs is shown as highly viable, with direct marketing offering farmer gains and fresher eggs for consumers. Guidance covers egg sorting by size and color, wrapping with strong paper and twine, durable containers, and clear addresses to ensure prompt delivery.
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Parcel Post
United States Department of Agriculture
Best Operation of Thrashing Machine
Carelena Operator who does not know machine parts must stop for repairs. Proper maintenance and correct adjustment reduce grain waste and idle time across farms. With 6,000,000 farms, even one bushel per machine lost costs the nation millions. Proper power, positioning, and attentive operation maximize efficiency.
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United States Department of Ageientture
United States
Milking Gowe Ne to owe one bewlind alike
The fragment describes attempts to study the individuality of cows, noting the value of good cows and the influence of certain coverings or flags in value. The text is garbled but centers on dairy cattle assessment and the perception of cow quality.
Selecting a Farm Carefully for Profit and Use
Farmers should assess land beyond size focusing on utility from streams swamps and rough terrain. A smaller inexpensive farm with usable land can beat a larger low quality tract, as drainage and ease of cultivation affect returns. The Farmers Bulletin 1088 offers guidance and is available free from the U S Department of Agriculture.
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Butletin Mayon
United States Department of Agriculture
Washingte
DB. C
Poultry Notes Ota Fu Poutry Notes Ota
Unclear OCR fragment mentions poultry notes and farmyard terms. Names appear garbled. likely notes on fowls and hens at a yard. No coherent events or dates emerge to summarize into a clear local item.
Nervous Spells Near Heart Failure Eatonic Ends It
Mr B Loata of Lay, Michigan writes that after four specialists failed to help his nervous spells and heart pressure he found relief with Entonic. He claims the remedy removed toxins and cured him quickly, urging others to try one box from their pharmacist at a small cost with a money back guarantee.
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B. Loata
Lay
Sage
Eatonic
Howe
Ments
Bayer Aspirin Packaging Promoted by Bayer Company
Aspirin name Bayer on genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin, advertised as proven by millions and prescribed by physicians for over twenty years. Promotes packages with directions to relieve headache toothache earache neuralgia rheumatism colds and pain. Small bottle of 12 tablets cost few cents, with larger Bayer packages also offered.
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Bayer
Drugaiatt
Welcome Relief From the Tortures of Rheumatism
Article discusses rheumatism remedies claiming SB 8 cleanses the blood of germs and offers relief, with a dubious testimonial approach. It mentions Chief Medical Advisor in Atlanta and distribution through druggists. Includes unrelated anecdotal vignettes about a Chicago clerk and socialite observations.
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Medi
Swift Laboratory
Atlanta, Ga
The American Heart Story Writer Debate
A garbled criticism questions the role of the American short story writer and asks how long a packet’s work takes in the context of literary extraction. The dialogue mentions Manthews and Motthews and hints at beauty and writing craft.
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Columbia
Tess
Fragmented Narration From A Poorly Read Section
A garbled OCR fragment recounts a discussion about clothing purchases and prospects, with names and phrases largely indecipherable. The text hints at a person urging thrift while another questions readiness, reflecting a tense exchange over personal attire and decisions. No clear event or attribution stands out.
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