Rail avalanches in Washington prompt railway safety call
The New York Press commentary notes the danger of deep snow avalanches on rail routes in Washington State and criticizes officials for lacking proper safe stopping points. It argues for engineering measures to prevent slides and questions reliance on tunnels when trains face blocked routes. It also contrasts flood damage with bridge type failures along rivers like the Mohawk and upper Hudson.
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Washington
Mohawk
Hudson
New York Press
Harvard College in Sad Plight Over Taxation
Harvard University faces a tax dispute as Massachusetts plans tax on university property for local purposes or ban further real estate purchases. Cambridge valuation shows Harvard at 28.6 million of 109 million total taxed property, sparking debate over burdens and privileges without compensation.
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Harvard University
Massachusetts Tax Commissioner
Darvard University
Massachusetts
Cambridge
Harvard
Not Afraid of Slipping at Hightower Mansion
Michael Dugan a journeyman plumber was sent to repair a gas leak in the drawing room at the Hightower mansion. The butler warned him the floors had just been punished yet Dugan replied he could slip without danger, claiming his shoes would protect him.
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Michael Dugan
Hightower
Thbutler
Dean
Taim
Dugan
Lippincott's
Cinereas
Katly
Br. Bulkley
Hansen
Bergen
New York
Marty
Mr. Early
New York Press
Two Midshipmen Duel Over Sealing Open The Sea
A late 19th century Chicago News account recalls a brutal duel between two young midshipmen in Malayan waters. Triggered by a quarrel over keeping a seal open, the confrontation ended with mutual shots and a grievous wound. One officer advised honor, pressuring a challenge that led to tragedy as one youth died of a broken heart after leaving the service.
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Chicago News
Bathhouse Etiquette and a Daring Dog Helper in Japan
In country inns in Japan guests often bathe without a proper dressing room and rooms stay wet with no shelves or pegs. To avoid awkward shared baths Z2 and I used the bathroom together while our watchdog dog guarded the door, tied with our money bag around its neck. The dog loudly protested any intrusion, sometimes biting would occur if left loose.
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Japan
Wide World Magazine
Concretely Wise Miss Goodman’s Marriage Ties questioned
The letter-writer notes Miss Kate Goodman once of New York, now Mrs Azizawa in Los Angeles, married a Japanese man as a sociological test. She claims deep study across biology, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and theology and concludes such a marriage is concretely wise.
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Kate Goodman
New York City
Los Angeles
Miss Goodman
Inazawa
New York
First I A I A bulletin from Rome portends new crop data
From Rome comes the International Institute of Agriculture’s first monthly bulletin. It outlines assembly decisions, proposed statistical service, and country zones. Winter wheat figures are fragmentary, with the United States data complete. rye measures are noted, and inquiries from Germany and Britain are under way. Italy will supply monthly data after June 15. The report highlights potential global food price concerns and the bulletin’s significance.
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Rome
International Institute of Agriculture
General Assembly
United States
Institute
New York Evening Post
Brother of Garfield Remains Content on Hudsonville Farm
A long feature describes Thomas Garfield of Hudsonville Michigan as the President's plain farming brother. At 87 he lives on the same Hudsonville farm, never seeking publicity, never attending Washington, and caring for family since boyhood. He recounts supporting James through school and notes the elder Garfield's quiet, diligent life.
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Thomas Garfield
Hudsonville
Mich
James A. Garfield
Washington
Capital
James
Thorugh
Mr. Garfield
Reckless spending and national credit crisis warned
A World Today editorial laments rising prices and consumer excess driven by the credit system. It notes households trading old habits for luxuries, the shift to autos, and a general spree of debt as prices soar before a hoped sober return when markets stabilize.
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Easy Co
The Manners of Many New Yorkers
A Southern gentleman critiques New York manners in a World article. He notes the city’s bustle and diversity, its confidence and generosity, yet calls it thoughtless and vain. He praises efficiency of police and transit while lamenting crude behavior among crowds and rival vices in public life.
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Lamenice
F. Hopkinson Smith
Southern Society
New York
Virginia
Pertans
Massachusetts
Europe
Smith
Gennion
Lars
Making Social Novels Author Observes Taste In Rooms
Curtis Clendenin, noted social society novel writer, sits at his desk noting the room’s decor. Bronze accents fall from the mantle, mahogany furniture glows, and the delicate blues and pinks of the carpet contrast with the gilded mantel as he comments on capturing the room’s spirit.
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Curtis Clendenin
Fight on Wade Ellis for Ohio party chair gains steam
A determined effort to oust Assistant Attorney General Wade Ellis as chair of Ohio's State executive committee unfolds. Critics claim Ellis used his attorney general tenure to justify removal and point to letters from Bennett and Cincinnati leaders. The dispute widens as opposition cites Ellis handling of past cases and intra-party rifts with George B. Cox relations.
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Wade Ellie
Ohio
Ellis
Taft
George B. Cox
Cincinnati
Cox
Bennett
State Committee
Walter Brown
Brown
Powers That Be
Cameron
New York Times
Focused Aim for Greatness Says Lincoln Message
A St Nicholas retelling stresses choosing a single talent and directing all effort toward it. It notes President Lincoln advising boys to learn to aim carefully and to concentrate purpose, arguing even a small accurate shot beats unfocused force. Historic anecdote underscores the value of targeted effort.
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Philadelphia
Washington
President Lincoln
White House
Lincoln
United States Army
Mr. Lincoln
St. Nicholas
Leprosy pension dispute splits diagnosticians
A fragment notes John R. Early claims he is not a leper and should retain his pension while rival diagnosticians dispute his status. The text references a Society Jurisprudente report and ongoing public contention over who qualifies for government aid.
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John R. Early
Society 1 Jurisprudente
Golf a Good Game for Women
A New York American column quotes Amelia Barr doubting golf for women and arguing athletics ruin refinement. It suggests modern women can balance sport with femininity and mocks past fainting standards while urging independence and enjoyment in activity.
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Amelia Barr
Galt
Mya. Barr
Elf
Veenie
Husband
New York American
Irland Emigration and Population Growth Analysis
The text discusses Irish emigration to the United States, noting that at least 90 percent of total emigrants came from Ireland in the last century. It estimates current Irish population around 4,250,000, forecasts potential growth to three times that, and describes Ireland’s land, climate, and water power as favorable for grain, fruits, cattle, and energy development.
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United States
Ieland
Reland
Emigration and Irish Prosperity In Travel Magazine
The piece discusses emigration as both a blessing and a curse for Ireland. It notes that millions of American money has supported Ireland during hard times and that many counties have family members in America. In poorer western counties, homes often owe their existence to American funds.
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Sng i Coutore
England
Ireland
America
Travel Magazine
Woman Keeps Wild Birds As Pets At Summer Home
Mrs. A. C. Clas of Milwaukee gathers wild birds as pets including three crows dubbed the Three Black Joes who heed her calls and follow her, even riding atop her head. A bluejay joined the group, and while hunters killed the crows the bluejay awaits her return, with more birds expected at the family summer home.
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CC. Clas
Mrs. Clas
Riot and culture clash in crowded music event
An editorial discusses a 4000 strong crowd at a free concert in Normal College buildings that exceeded capacity, prompting police reserves. It contrasts harsh views of foreigners with urban hunger for color and music, noting New York’s dual pulls between riot risk and civic, educational offerings like galleries and free lectures.
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Normal College
New York
Harres
Grace Church
N. Y. Evening Post
Hospital Portrait Describes Ideal Illum Clinic
A fragmentary description praises Poberenbosis Hospital, noting Shonis Wa Department as not biased and praising the town’s officers. It lauds the climate, generous fresh air, and nutritious food as factors aiding patient recovery, suggesting many patients recover entirely.
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Shonis Wa
Biavard
Martin
Trinity Church Tenements Under Scrutiny in New Report
A New York Charity Organization Society funded investigation finds Trinity Church owning 1301 houses with 4100 apartments. Two hundred houses in bad condition but overall rents are low and tenants report satisfaction. The report cautions reform is needed, not absolution.
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Trinity Church
New York
Trinity
Muckrakers
Richard Watson Gilder
E.W. Ditwiddie
Philadelphia
York
Manhattan
Death Penalty Comparisons Stir Debate in New England
New figures show Maine with almost 2,000 population and debates over the death penalty. Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire exhibit varying homicide comparisons, prompting police and legal discussions on deterrence and enforcement. The Springfield article notes juries often favor acquittal, suggesting juries may defer to concerns over fairness and the law’s effectiveness amid harsh statistics.
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Maine
Sora
Ver Island
Massachusetts
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Springfield
Wwe Nour
Massachusett Velitg
New England
Rhode Island
Fragmented OCR item on improvised fabric crafts
Readable text fragments describe girls with geark rows from two large bandanas and a form resembling an apron point down, cut with a Bt to pass through, and a graceful fall in a bertha like garment. Names, places, dates, and clear context are missing.
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Bertha Wa
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