Train to Union Station Braces Epoch of Nerve and Speed
A legendary run on the Iron Mountain line features engineer Australian Jack pushing a heavy express toward Union Station at near maximum speed. The Missouri superintendent records how a tense midnight drill becomes a test of nerve, duty, and family ties as a message to Jack’s mother weighs on him during the ride.
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Burlington
Mississippi River
Brookfield
St Louis
Northern Pacific Express
mid-Missouri
Lha
Jack
Liney
Missouri
Union Station
Southern Lines
Memphis
Ian Jack
Apt
Moocon
St. Louis
Paris
Monroe County
Mississipi
Missouri River
Old Monica
Mississip
Limited
Andrain
Old Pike
Old Monroe
Macon
West Alton
Mraef Union Station
Hrookfieh
Jock
Care of an Oil Wick Stove From Home Tips
Numerous tips for maintaining wick oil stoves safely and efficiently. Clean and soak wicks in soap suds and vinegar, dry thoroughly, and flush tanks. Do not fill a stove while burning. keep burners clear, avoid drafts, and address sediment with brushing and soap powder. Wicks can be extended with thick fabric strips for longer life.
Cresceua Fails To Lower Mame Record At Pimlico
Cresceus failed in his bid to lower his 2:04 mile mark at Pimlico Baltimore. A heavy rain and dead track plus cold wind hindered the effort. After slow workouts the trial yielded 8:05 final time as the horse battled rivals and a running mate down the stretch. About 10,000 watched. Henry Hangen injured in practice and sidelined for weeks.
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Cresceua
Mame
Cresceus
Pimlico
Baltimore
Crescaus
Creacenus
Ketcham
Canada Talks Challenge to Amperten's Cup
A Montreal or Toronto dominated bid to challenge for the Amperten's cup follows Shamrock IL defeat. Two groups vie for leadership with Royal Canadian Yacht Club’s Commodore Gooderham and former Commodore Jarvin backing one side, while James Ross and Dominion Steel and Forge’s Whitney anchor the other with George H. Duggan slated to design the winning yacht.
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Canada
Shamrock IL
London
Montran
Commodore Gooderham
Toronto
Royal Canadian Yacht Club
Commodore Jarvin
James, Ross
Royal St.Lawrent
Clu
Millionaire Street Railway
King
Whitney
Dominion Steel and Tren Company
Sydney
Cape Breton
Toronto Syndicate
England
Steel Syndicate
George H. Duggan
Tte
Duggan
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Kansas Erne Outclassed by Rube Ferns in Fort Erie
Frank Erne suffered a defeat as Rube Ferns delivered sharp blows in the ninth round at Fort Erie. Ferns struggled but punished Erne with two hard rights in the final exchanges, keeping the welterweight title scene in flux. The Kansan, Erne, remains acquainted with tough opponents, while Ferns gains prominence.
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Kansas
Erne
Frank Erne
Rube Ferns
Buffalo Boy
Fort Erie
Erie
Rube
Fern
Ferna
Teand
Fii
RY Xlox
Lana
Northwestern Football Practice in Poor Condition Seen
A fragment notes Northwestern University players arriving for practice in dilapidated condition after a Wednesday game injuries were cited as severe. The report mentions preparation for an upcoming event and implies concerns about safety and health following the match.
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Northwestern University
Mays
Atlanta Cyclist Begins World Circumnavigation Ride
William M. Smith of Atlanta, 22, a University of Georgia graduate and noted orator, left June 24 on a bicycle trip to circle the globe for educational purposes. He has covered over 4000 miles, traveled from the East to Maine, through the coast states, Canada, Toronto, and Buffalo, funding the journey himself with no funds left at departure.
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Circle Globe
Awweel
William M. Smith
University of Georgia
Atlanta
Jone
William N. Smith
South
Smith
Larca
Maine
Canada
Toronto
Buffalo
Jeffries and Komlin Set For Champion Ship Battle
Jeffries, having posted his forfeit to meet Gus Bullin, is shaping up for their championship bout. His recent tag-out with Hank Griffin lasted four rounds with Griffin avoiding engagement, prompting some to say Jeffries is declining, though observers note Griffin dodged well and Jeffries showcases slugger power.
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Jmlefries
Komlin
Jeffries
Gus Bullin
Hank Griffin
Griffin
Jeff
Yale's Glass A Young Football Giant At 217 Pounds
Yale features a 217 pound football giant named Glass at 4 feet 1 inch, a budding star amid reports of rivals like Harvey Parker and potential showdowns with Hob Simmons or Tom Sharkey as boxing and wrestling crossovers surface. The piece highlights Glass's strength and a legacy of laurels, noting a possible early retirement to preserve fame.
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Yale
Glass
Goodam
Towns
Gauilaur
Mlong
Harvey Parker
Wrystler
Rogland
Little Isle
Hob
Hursimmons
Tom
Sharkey
Parker
Weithin
Ewank
Kremer
Benson
Lawson
Major
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Harper's
Porrymad
Ea Lyrays
Heth
Scheiner
Diete Brothers
Mieager
Hollister
Ellent Wetle
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