Fragmented Rail News and Mixed Global Notes
A jumbled rail and world affairs column reports heavy New York traffic, outlines strategic wartime talk, and mentions a Cleveland flower exhibit. It notes fuel concerns in natural gas cases and comments on Greece allowing Allies to use territory. The piece also recalls a 1910 law-disregarding traveler, plus a cautionary tale about speeding and safety.
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Ake Euyperar
Japan
Cleveland
John Dawson
Views of the Vily and its Sivinagy ea hes unirehased
A fragmented account describes attempts to collect scenic views by purchases at multiple establishments. It notes scarce supply, some sought-after views not taken, and a plan to secure copies, while discussing a government rail proposal and critiques of river navigation in the era.
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Dadivichisl
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad With 100 Dollar Reward
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for any catarrh cure not achieved by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It lists testimonials from signatories including a bank and bemused claims about F J Cheney Co. urging purchase and internal action claim.
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Hall
F.J. Cheney & CO
Telgda
F. J
National Bank OF C Aero
All Drug
Aste’ ‘ S
Rake Hall
German advance checked near the Kjanka by the Yeer river
A terse report notes a German advance being checked at a battle by the Yeer river near Hawa, with clashes continuing and strategic lines in flux. The piece mentions a French steamer Amiral Gan loaded with refugees sunk by torpedo or mine off Boulogne. It also reports the slavers connected to Archduke Ferdinand found guilty of treason and German property in France placed under trusteeship.
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Yeer
Hawa
Kjanka River
Amiral Ganteaume
Boulogne
Archduke Ferdinand
France
Fort Scott Water Controversy Alleges Unsafe Supply
Fort Scott residents and authorities debate the safety of city water used on Frisco trains after health officials barred Fort Scott water. Reports claim a physician falsely vouched for the water and a test was sent to a chemist for analysis, with warnings of it being unfit for human consumption.
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Fort Scott
Kansas
Frisco
City Water Department
Fristo
Avsperhuen
Anslysig
Fort
Scott Cily Witer
le Bag Kanaédt
Vort Scott Tribune
Fire Prevention Day marked by Illinois fire safety law
The article notes Fire Prevention Day across the United States with Illinois highlighted for enacting an early fire prevention law. The statute makes property owners liable to municipalities for fire department costs incurred by fires caused by willful negligence or failure to comply with laws, including wages of firefighters and equipment rental.
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United States
Illinois
Sis
Penney Sania
National Fire Prevention
Public fire prevention urged by Hitchinson News
A 1914 era editorial urges stricter fire safety across the state. It blames carelessness and noncompliance with laws for preventable blazes and calls for public education on personal responsibility to lower fire losses and stabilize costs.
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Hitchinson News
Rise of the tide against saloon fate in Minneapolis Journal
A Midn. Minneapolis Journal column argues that the saloon question shows slow but inexorable movement toward prohibition. It compares past defeats with present momentum, citing moral law, home sanctity, and economic forces shaping civilization, urging steady effort without despair.
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Heninepin County
Alraust
Belor
Ty Vater
Arions Offort
Gomition
Andy
Minieapolis
Santa Fe Railroad Sees Banner Year With 24 Million
Western financial writers salute the Santa Fe on its banner year reaching 24 million in profits. Analysts note strong freight and passenger revenues while lifting outlook for the railroad industry amid rising demand.
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Santa Fe
Santa Fe profit tale shows as rail profits rise
The piece discusses Santa Fe Railway earnings, noting a 24 million net profit after charges and a 20 percent web profit margin on goods. It contrasts investor valuations and president Ripley’s pessimism, with analysis from a Topeka Capital observer regarding railroad profitability and government influence. It also mentions related figures and a local Topeka note about a fifty year reunion in Iowa.
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Sauia' Fe
Ripley
The
Santa Fe
Sainta Fe
Topeka
Normal School Building Plans At Emporia Stir Debate
Faculty at the State Normal School at Emporia clash over stairs versus elevator plans for the new administration building. Some insist on elevator access while others push for safer stairs, amid discussions of campus modernization and student welfare.
Mud Hole on New Santa Fe Trail Draws Outcry
A two mile north stretch of the New Santa Fe trail near Wi ville, Douglas county, is described as a mud hole. Farmers report many motorists mired, with several hundred dollars earned by a nearby farmer pulling out cars. Despite a recent fill, the mud returns and locals urge immediate remediation to avoid detours and further delays on the road.
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Wiville
Douglas County
Ottawa Heald
Douglas
Hasimaty Spheianst Plays Ball in Mass Game
A fragmented report notes Hasimaty and Spheianst involved in a ball game at a Mass location. The text mentions eye wear, glasses fitted, and an office over Dick Broz Dig Stave with a $20 price tag.
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Hasimaty
Spheianst
Eye
Dick Broz
Francisco in Boston to join American Surgical Society
Tr. C. B. Francisco of Raimsas City sails to Boston to join the American Surgical Society. Mayor W. J. Francisco is noted in connection with the journey as the article records this professional move.
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Surgical Society
C. B. Franncisco
Raimsas City Sur
W. J.francisco
Boston
American Sur Society
Flour mill proprietor builds ten room bungalow near Santa Fe tracks
GB Sheldon of Eudora has completed a four to five room bungalow of modern finish with oak trim and full heating. The residence features a Willer system with hot water radiators and a basement furnace, ten foot porches including a sleeping porch, set beside the Santa Fe tracks and the river, attracting attention in the county.
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GB Sheldon
Eudora
Ighont
Uw River
Ater
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