Witty miscellany rattles like a busy press page
A Marble Hill column presents a rapid cascade of quips and observations about Esperanto, safety rules, aviation, fashion, inventions, and public life. It riffs on culture, language, politics, and daily absurdities with playful, fragmentary humor and satirical asides. Notable lines mock hobble skirts, pretentious speeches, and economic quirks while musing on progress and civilization.
No Clouds in Sight Colonel Harvey Says Country All Right
Colonel George Harvey asserts national calm and safety with confident remarks. He emphasizes no imminent threats and urges public composure during current tensions.
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George Harvey
A Measure for the Conservation of Common Sense
North American Review article by Col. George Harvey garners cross party praise for preserving faith in America's future. He argues labor and capital are not doomed to conflict and urges government to balance interests, expand civic education, and enlist youths in patriotism while stressing conservation of natural resources and the enduring value of common sense.
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George Harvey
North American Review
America
Harvey
Republic
Fire Chief Sets Leave Rules for Grandmother Funeral Day
According to the Metropolitan Magazine Fire Chief John Conway of Jersey City has posted a notice at fire headquarters. All requests for leave of absence for events and illness must be handed to the chief before ten in the morning on game day.
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John Conway
Jersey City
Primaries in Illinois reveal wide shifts and reform focus
Illinois primary results show CleanUp campaign gains and renominations. Joseph (Cabo) Falls-Lee ONeil Browne and Henry Woutell are renominated, while James Mann loses in the Second District after insurgent opposition. Voters largely support incumbents amid a backdrop of corruption reforms and Lorimer-era scrutiny.
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George Ro Pose
Ols
Umnole
James Ro Mann
Joseph I. Burts
Louis J Pela
Troutell
Congress
Cannot
Legislative Voters’ League
General Assembly
Lorimer
Lee O'Neill Browne
William Larkmer
Countess Robbed of Jewels in Winnipeg Case
The Countess of Antrim reported a jewel theft in Winnipeg Manitoba valued in the thousands. A second item notes the Mauretania setting a new trans Atlantic record from Daunt's Rock to Ambrose Channel lightship covering the distance in 4 days 10 hours 48 minutes.
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Winnipeg
Manitoba
Countess of Antrim
Mauretania
New York
Caunarder
Daunt's Rock
Ambrose Channel
Rail firm seeks exemption from freight-rate schedule
The Missouri, Oklahoma & Gulf Railway asked the corporation commission for exemption from the commission freight-rate schedule which had been enjoined by federal courts.
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Road
Guthrie
Okla
Missouri, Olahoma & Gulf Railway Company
The
Corporation Commission
Republicans and Democrats Adopt Their Platforms
The article outlines rival platforms for president with a split view on tariffs. The Democratic plan is described as less polished yet critical of Republican records, while the Republican platform, praised for progressivism, endorses tariff policy, conservation work, and Hadley era praise, highlighting Missouri’s rapid progress under Republican governance.
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Domephic Folk
Len Sanders
Polk
Tari
Joseph G. Canton
Kane
St Loula
Joaninga
Hadler
Cates Very
Tariff Board
Taff
Ind
Roreevelt
Hadley
Missouri
RICH SLAYER HANGS SELF IN COUNTY JAIL
James Humphreys, wealthy young farmer and former murder defendant, hanged himself in Trenton county jail. His body was found by Sheriff’s wife Mrs Dillon. Coroner declines inquest. He was serving 20 years for second degree murder. attorneys sought a new trial, with potential bond pending appeal.
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Trenton
James Humphreys
James Hatcher
Humphreys
Dillon
Indiana Candidate Shot in Campaign Route
L Frank Tilley Republican candidate for Congress in Indiana Fourth district was shot in the arm by highwaymen while returning to Terre Haute from a campaigning tour.
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Indiana
Terre Haute
Ind
L. Frank Tilley
Congress
Seattle mother kills baby and herself with poison
In Seattle Mia Nina Bennett, wife of J O Bennett, a takor, killed her three months old son and then herself with strychnine. She left a note to her husband saying she was going insane.
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Kiile Baby
Seattle
Wash
Mia
Nina Bennett
J. O. Bennett
Wreck Near Holt Missouri Kills One, Injures Eighteen
A head on collision on the Chicago Burlington and Quiner line near Holt Missouri killed one man and injured eighteen others. The crossing involved trains No 201 and a Marlington bound car. Investigations will determine fault amid shifting orders and a sharp curve at the wreck site. The Rock Island and Burlington routes were affected as crews worked the scene.
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Rock Island
Marlivetan Texcke
Tener
Burlington
Dartington
Rowk Leland
Moh
Marlington
Lathrop
Hoek Leland
Tarlington
Holt
Crvck
Thas
Luther K Wilbert
Bankers Try Rothbarth Case in New York City Trial
An American Bankers Easy story recounts Adolph Rothbarth, a German merchant, facing extradition and bail discussions in New York. He claims banks pressure borrowers with easy access to funds, noting the ease of getting money from large banks and predicting lenders will return for more. The case remains under review in the torney office with ongoing investigations and detention in Tivteie prison.
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New York City
Adolph Rothtarth
New York
Rothbarth
Zeppelin airship Vil destroyed in fire at Baden Heilen
Berlin reports that the Zeppellin VIL, among Count Zeppelin's most successful airships, burned at Baden Heilen. Within minutes the giant balloon and framework collapsed in molten metal, the balloon shed caught fire but was saved, and passengers had left the craft 16 minutes before the explosion.
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Berlin
Germany
Zeppelin
Baden Heilen
Dallas Doubles in Decade Population Growth
Washington D C reports Dallas Texas shows a population of 92 104 an increase of 49 466 or 116 percent from 42 638 in 1900. The new figure reflects rapid urban expansion and demographic shifts in the decade.
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Dallas
Washington, D. C
Tex
Infar k Paralysic Spreads Across State Health Alarm
An epidemic of pollmylitis, known as infantile paralysis, has spread widely in the state. Since June 1, 122 cases have been reported with three fatalities. Public health officials urge caution and raise alert for symptoms.
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Providence
Russian Ambassador Dying in Paris After Munich Stroke
Russian Ambassador to France M. Alexander Ivanovitch de Nelidoff lies dying after a stroke in Paris following a pass through Munich. Born in 1936, the diplomat was stricken with apoplexy while traveling.
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Paris
France
M. Alexander Ivanovitch de Nelidoff
Munich
Amtat
Wreck Near Cairo Leaves Trainmen Crushed
Four men killed or injured in a collision near Beech Ridge New Jersey involving M G and C lines. Operator Clark on duty was reportedly intoxicated. Victims named include Jobe fireman Koline Clade and engineer Hephenesa. Investigation pending jury testimony referenced.
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Ong
Clark
Cassni
Meumtaliemeine
After the Sugar Trust New York Plane Action
A proposed action to dissolve a sugar trust appears tied to federal trade concerns. Attorney Geeera! and Mr Wise discuss evolving plans and an amended draft to be filed in a few days, with prior years of property dealings informing the case.
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Pererei
Wickerstam
A. Wise
Mr Wise
Packers' Trial Date Set By Chicago Court
Chicago packers indicted in connection with the alleged beet trust fare have trial set for November 14. United States Attorney Luna's office has secured five subpoenas for witnesses returnable on that date. Declining of cases remains tentative.
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United States
Chicago
Chicago Packers
Aeroaliry
Thetrict Atterney Lune’ Office
Marriage Is His Mania Elwood Ind
Arthur Wieferly, a carpenter from Elwood Indiana, reportedly married a third wife soon after divorce from his first wife on January 31. He then married again the next day and, a few weeks later, obtained his second divorce.
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Elwood
Ind
Arthur Wieferly
Carpenter
Mente
Hia
Schwab to Meet Chinese Prince in San Francisco for Warship Deal
The Call reports Charles M. Schwab, former president of United States Steel, will meet Prince Tyal Jean of the Chinese emperor in San Francisco to finalize a deal for the construction of a fleet of war vessels.
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San Francisco
Cal
Charles M. Schwab
United States Steel Corporation
Tyal Jean
Spectator Panic as Bull Breaks Ring Barrier in Los Angeles
Mad bull charged into the crowd at a Los Angeles bull dodging exhibition. A deputy fired, the animal died within six feet of spectators. Panic spread as thousands watched, with injuries feared but not confirmed.
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Los Angeles
California
Police Chief Resigns After Graft Charges
San Francisco mayor charges police grafting leading to the resignation of Police Chief Martin. The resignation will be acted upon within a few days.
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San Francisco
Cal
McCarthy
Martin
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