London Bread Crisis Deepens as Million Strikers Stand Firm
More than a quarter of a million workers idle in London and Liverpool as protracted strikes halt rail and industrial activity. Garbage rots in the streets causing a pestilence threat while bread is diverted to city bakeries for distribution. T. P. O Connor seeks a settlement while Lloyd George meets railroad managers amid talks of concessions to end the stoppage.
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London
Liverpool
Lloyd George
Am. Man-chéster
Sheffield
Leeds
T. P. O'Connor
Dentist's Life In Danger Amid Jail Siege
In San Bernardino California on August 19 Sheriff Ralphs says he will use shotguns against anyone who tries to molest McDevitt who holds Jessie McDonald, a prisoner in a room next to his office for 15 months. Tense guards patrol the jail as McDevitt faces threats and delays plans to post a $1,000 bail.
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San Bernardino
Cal
Ralphs
McDevitt
Jessie McDonald
Bay Center Razed in Morning Fire
Bay Center near South Bend Washington suffered a major fire this morning destroying several residences and most of the business district. The estimated loss runs to about 75000 dollars.
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Bay Center
South Bend
Wash
Astor Wedding Aboard Yacht Nema Expected Soon
Madeline Force Astor and her father depart New York with her fiancé on the yacht Nema for a long cruise. Rumors say they may land at New London or Greenwich to marry within 24 hours. Rector at St Johns Episcopal Church commented on press criticisms as Richmond predicts a marriage before return from the voyage.
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New York
Madeline Force
Nema
New London
Greenwich
St Johns Episcopal Church
Richmond
Portland Hotel Murder Conviction Ties to Frank Murder
Webb convicted of murdering William A. Johnson in a Portland hotel last winter. Mrs. Carrie Karsh of Spokane and Seattle, who conspired to kill Johnson, serves a 15 year sentence in the Oregon penitentiary for her part in the case.
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Webb
William A. Johnson
Portland
Carrie, Karsh
Spokane
Seattle
Laurier and Borden End First Week of Campaign
Sir Wilfrid Laurier leading the Liberal effort closed the first week of the platform drive in Quebec City with Mr. Borden touring Palmerston and Ontario. Laurier plans Montreal next week while Borden campaigns in Ontario and Berlin Peterboro and other towns.
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Ottawa
Veterans Gather For Grand Army Encampment In Flower City
Veterans head to the city for the Grand Army of the Republic encampment with Commander-in-Chief Gilman as headquarters open at the Seneca Hotel. Departments and auxiliary groups prepare for arrivals and business sessions including a flag procession led by J Payson Bradley.
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Gilman
Grand Army of the Republic
Hote Seneca
Woman's Relief ‘Corps
Ladies
Sons and the Daughters of Veterans
Army
G. A R
Convention Hall
J. Payson Bradley
Alo
Taft Signs Publicity Campaign Law Amid Trust-Policy Debate
President Taft signs the publicity campaign bill as Congress adjourns next Tuesday. The measure targets trust law changes and aims to curb Supreme Court power with restrained action. The action reflects ongoing efforts to adjust antitrust policy and public information rules.
Taft Signs Campaign Publicity Bill into Law
President Taft signed the campaign publicity bill ordering full disclosure of campaign expenditures to candidates for both houses before elections. It caps spending at 5000 dollars for the house race and 10000 dollars for senate campaigns.
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Washington
Taft
House
Senate
Senate Adopts Resolution on Panama Exposition at San Diego
The Senate voted to adjourn Tuesday after approving a resolution inviting foreign South American and Central American nations to form representation for the Panama California Exposition in 1915. A provision requiring $2,000,000 subscribed and a securing site was added to ensure success.
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Senate
House
San Diego
Local Board Handles Disputes Amid Strikes
A newly formed board appointed to address local labor disputes faces a wave of questions as workers consider strikes. Members from several sectors pledge impartial mediation to resolve tensions and restore operations.
Divorce Granted After Testimony Of Abuse
Mrs. Anna Bennett won an absolute divorce from John Bennett after telling Judge Conway of abuse and long years of hardship. The statement to the judge framed the petition as a lasting separation, with the court recognizing the endurance of Mrs. Bennett.
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Los Angeles
Mai
Conley
Anna Bennett
John
Gould Leaves New York for Paris to Settle Permanently
Frank J. Gould, a noted member of America's millionaire class, announced he will make Paris his permanent residence after being called to France on business matters.
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New York
America
Lve
Frank J. Gould
France
Paris
Federal Building Excavation Set to Start Next Monday
Excavations for a new federal building in the city begin Monday under G A Campbell of Campbell Building Company. The aim is to finish the roof before winter and proceed with interior work under shelter. Ground clearance will start at Adams and Fourth, with rock for foundations shipped from Boise and local brick for the structure.
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G. ¥. Campbell
Campbell Building Company
Galt Lake
Idaho Capitol
Boise
Campbell
Adams and
Fourth
As &. A. Gardinier
Baby Starves in Locked Room With Mother's Corpse
In Washington Aug 19 a locked apartment room held a dead mother Sarah Penrose and an unconscious starving child. Neighbors smelled carbolic acid and investigated after two days of cries. A note hints the woman feared imagined enemies.
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Washington
Sarah Penrose
National Household Show Opens at Madison Square Garden
The National Household Show begins at Madison Square Garden with a fly exposition as a leading feature. Experts will demonstrate how the common housefly spreads disease and present the best methods for eradicating them. Prizes will be awarded to boys who kill the most flies.
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New York
Madison Square Garden
Prisca
GOMPERS NEARS THE WEST
President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor arrived in Denver from Washington for a two month northwestern tour. He will cross into Canada to visit Vancouver before continuing to Oregon and Washington with labor leaders arranging elaborate entertainment plans in the Pacific coast city.
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Denver
Colo
Samus Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Washington
Vancouver
B. C
Oregon
Eibow
Pacific
Buffalo Bill Receives Loving Cup in North Platts Farewell Tour
Buffalo Bill arrives in North Platts Nebraska on his farewell tour and is presented with a handsome loving cup by local citizens. The testimonial includes several longtime residents and friends of the famed showman.
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North Platts
Neb
Buffalo Bill
Norm Re Aan
Portland faces potential strike as machinists negotiate hours and pay
Portland authorities review Hariman Lines policy amid coastal unrest. Officials hope the plan will ease trouble and prevent a strike as machinists nationwide push for shorter hours and higher pay.
Great Catholic Laymen Gather in Columbus for Convention
Columbus Ohio Aug 19 Catholics prepare for the tenth annual convention of the American Federation of Catholic Societies. The gathering includes groups such as the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Knights of St John with over one million members. A pontifical mass at the cathedral opens the event with a 12,000 strong parade. Sessions run Monday to Wednesday focusing on social reform and lay involvement.
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Columbus
Ohio
American Federation of Catholic Societies
Order of Hibernians
Knights of St. John
Holy Name Societies
Catholic Order of Foresters
Asler
Astoria Centennial Hoo Hoo Day Draws Lumber Men
In Astoria today the Centennial celebration featured Hoo Hoo Day with participation from several hundred lumber men and logging camp operators from Oregon and Washington.
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Astoria
Oregon
Washington
Councilmen Escape Recall In Seattle Fight
On advice of the corporation counsel the city comptroller refused recall petitions against Blaine Kellog and Wardell for lack of sufficient names. The recall against Mayor Dilling was certified.
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Seattle
Fee 5 Comptroller
Blaine
Kellog
Wardell
Dilling Fa
Fire Situation Reported Amid Wind Threats
A volatile fire situation grows with shifting winds threatening structures and residents. Officials caution conditions could worsen, urging evacuat ion and readiness as crews combat hotspots and monitor weather changes.
Ania Blaze Threatens Forest Near Modest near Cal
Fragments report a fire near Modesto California affecting a forest area. Details are unclear but authorities describe the blaze advancing along a road corridor near a department facility in a rural setting.
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Mostarlo
Cal
Forest Com
Cuie Sete
Firefighters Stand By To Battle Beaver Creek Blaze
Caretaker Ed Propeck and later Superintendent L M Hoyt report they can corral the Beaver Creek wildfire within days. City offices received word this forenoon with details aimed at quickly mobilizing crews. A response from Beavercreek is expected as winds shift and more information arrives this afternoon.
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Ed Propeck
L. M. Hoyt
Beaver Creek
International Esperanto Congress Opens in Antwerp
Delegates from nearly all major nations arrive in Antwerp for the seventh International Esperanto Congress opening tomorrow under King Albert’s patronage. Edwin C. Reed of the United States attends as the official North American representative.
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Experantiste Et
Antwerp
Albert
Edwin C. Reed
Reperanto Association of North America
United States
Niagara church to mark 117th anniversary
St Andrew's Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake will begin a two day celebration to mark its 117th anniversary. The original church was built in 1794 and the present structure was erected about eighty years ago.
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Niagara Church
Centennial
Niagara-On-the- Ont
St. Andrew's
Canada
Oregon Governor backs state insurance plan
Salem Oregon August 19 Governor West urged general discussion of putting the state into the insurance business. He argued the move would keep millions in premiums in Oregon for public improvements and said he would advocate the scheme strongly though details remain to be worked out.
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Salem
Ore
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