Divorce Threat Lifts Hope for Howard Jeffries Tale
In a tense confrontation at the Jeffries home, Annie appeals to banker Mr. Jeffries to save her husband Howard by divorcing him and going abroad. He offers a yearly allowance via his lawyer, conditioning the match on her consent to the separation. Annie, resolute, agrees to the sacrifice to shield Howard.
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Judge Brewster
Mr. Jeffries
Howard
Manhattan
Wall Street
Billy Delmore
James
Annie
America
Banker's cold stance tests a wife's vow in a dramatic scene
A wealthy banker refuses public support for his son, offering only legal funding while insisting his aid remain discreet. Annie, devoted wife, vows to fight for her husband, defying aristocratic obstruction and planning to find a relentless lawyer as she exits. The scene ends with her escape and a promise of continuation.
Reciprocity Pact Dominates House Vote Over Tariff Reform
Washington May 9 by overwhelming 236 to 109 the reciprocity bill passed the House with 24 Republicans joining. The debate highlighted pro and anti tariff positions as Senators began formal consideration, with farmers and book paper makers voicing strong protests.
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HOUSE
Washington
Senate
Anthony
Anderson
Davie
Hanna
Hubbard
Jackson
Kent
Kop
Committee On
United States
Clark
Manu
Capitol
George Sullivan
Philadelphia
Canada
Sullivan
bDook
America
Farmere
Battleships sail for Baltic cruise from American ports
Washington reports the second division of the Atlantic fleet bound for the Baltic on an international courtesy cruise. The Minnesota Vermont and Mississippi left Bremton roads and the South Carolina exited from New York. Rear Admiral Charles J. Badger commands the division with stops planned at Copenhagen Stockholm Revel and Kiel.
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Washington
Atlantic Fleet
Baltic Sea
Minnesota
Vermont
Mississippi
Bempton Roads
South Carolina
New York
Charles J. Badger
Copenhagen
Stockholm
Revel
Kiel
McNamara Bail Request Denied by Superior Judge
John J. McNamara’s application for bail on the charge of dynamite bombing was denied by Superior Judge Bordwell without prejudice with leave to renew at any time.
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Bordwell
Los Angeles
Cal
John J. McNamara
Dyna Qakting
Bank Robbery With Club Stuns Mount Vernon Crowd
A demented man armed with a club robbed the People’s Bank and Trust company in Mount Vernon Indiana May, stuffing cash and silver before fleeing into a crowded street. Clerks and afforms failed to stop him. he was pursued for several blocks and arrested claiming to be William Hines of McLean County, Illinois.
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Mount Vernon
Ind
May
People's Bank and Trust Company Bers
Wiliam Hines
MeLeanatoro
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed For Health Boosts
An advertisement extols Doan's Kidney Pills as the best remedy to remove impure matter from the blood and restore health. Mrs O W Erwin of Life Falls Minnesota shares a dramatic testimonial about swelling relief and renewed well being after using the pills, 60 cents at dealers. A second brief item describes a manager thwarting panhandlers by seizing an envelope offered for a postage stamp, then tossing it to the box office window.
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Dean
O. W. Erwin
Third St
Life Falls
Minn
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Gue Harte
Opera House
Fred
Fred Guan
Alt Jy
Panhandlers
Cleverland
The Most Beautiful Thing in the World Prize Anecdote
A newspaper invited readers to name the most beautiful thing in the world. First prize went to a reply praising a mother's yes. a dream of the impossible claimed second prize. The humor came from a quip about a man carrying his mother in law across a dangerous river without dropping her.
What Did She Meant At a Wedding Nuisance
At a recent wedding a baby’s nonstop shriek annoyed guests. As the bridal party left the church a guest commented on babies at weddings. The bridesmaid angrily retorted that when she sends out invitations she will have printed in the corner no babies expected.
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Qaid
Johnny Writes A Short Story For Teacher
A student named Johnny hands a slate to the teacher with the line As boys all loves our teacher. The guidance and example comes fromParkers. The excerpt suggests using life’s lighter moments for amusement rather than grand pursuits.
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Johnny
Harper's Bazar
Clergyman’s Testimony Highlights Grape-Nuts Benefits
A conscientious pastor credits Grape-Nuts with improved digestion, fewer morning headaches, and higher energy for sermon work. He notes mental and physical strength rose after adopting Grape-Nuts, Postum, and cream at breakfast. Several others reportedly benefited likewise upon his recommendation.
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Alao
Siven
Postum Company
Batto Creek
Mick
Wellville
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