Riots Shake Dayton As Troops Guard Negroes
Springfield Ohio March 1 rioting in Dayton saw troops with Gatling guns deployed to guard the city after a mob attacked homes and a preacher’s house. The crowd forced others to flee, burned “The Jungles,” and targeted negro residents as military authorities tried to restore order. Jobe Pierpont was shot by a negro, and several civilians were injured or jailed.
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New York Central seeks surface track removal deal
March 1 report claims the Saxe bill would force New York Central to remove surface tracks on Eleventh Avenue and open a route toward underground rapid transit. The measure, urged by the people but alleged to favor the railroad, would grant a rapid transit commission and enable subways and underground yards. Albany legislature moves include the Stanley bill on subway track use and a New York City tax measure. Three months for a fake juror case also noted.
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Dissatisfied Middies Resign From Naval Academy
Midshipmen Joan H Lofland of Iowa and Euri W Chaffee of Michigan, two of three, resigned from the Naval Academy amid hazing controversy and were reinstated by special act. Lofland's order has been accepted. the matter awaits final action by Secretary Bonsparte. They cited dissatisfaction with service and a wish for civilian life. The resignations follow related events in Washington and reflect broader discontent.
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Iowa
Euri W. Chaffee
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Cure a Cold in One Day Promises Laxative Pills
An advert promises to cure a cold in one day with LROMO Quinine tablets and offers a druggist refund if it fails. The copy mentions KE. W. GROVE and asserts reliability of the remedy with bold claims.
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KE. W. Grove
Rate Bill Assailed and Army Appropriations Debate Hearings
A lengthy Senate debate critiques the Elkins Act and railroad rebates, with Forther opposing the rail bill as unconstitutional. House discussions on Santo Domingo customs revenues and army funding reveal friction between Republicans and Democrats, including a bid to aid widows of Meade’s crew.
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House
FUNSTON PREDICTS WAR AND CHINA EXPEDITION
In a San Francisco dispatch General Foreign ip foresees a new war stage with troops in the Philippines likely to be redeployed to China. He names Major General Leon ard Wood as a possible expedition commander, noting a need for U S forces and the risk of civil action in China amid Asian unrest.
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Miners’ Propositions Sent and Officials Deny Control
New York March 1 John Mitchell and allies still at the Ash and House devoted time to reading about what occurred in Pittsburgh. Mitchell announced that the proposals of the soft coal miners committee had been sent to George F. in Philadelphia. Espers Hl Gary, chairman of United States Steel, denied any effort to dictate terms to miners and urged harmonious adjustment. Missouri Still After Rogers. Henry Wolk-Inman asked a judge to compel Henry H. Rogers of Standard Oil to answer questions he refused at a prior hearing. The request waits for a certified copy of the Missouri court decision. Would Make Talking a Felony. Albany Assemblyman Destroyer introduced a bill to criminalize publishing or circulating material that advocates killing people with incurable conditions. guilty would face a felony. Cost Him $10 to “Rubber.” New York Dixon fined for lingering at Brooklyn Bridge entrance in windy display of hosiery, provoking a police reprimand. College Student Found Drowned. Chatham Ralph C. B. Moore, Columbia University student, found drowned on spring at his father’s estate. a letter signed by him indicated a body would be found behind the hot house. Soft Coal Conference. Pittsburg After stormy three hours, a majority of operators in the state association invited all to meet in Indianapolis March 19 to reconsider wage proposition. Hearst Opens Campaign Albany William Randolph Hearst plans county organization work for independence league. demonstration in Albany called off. Tarbell and Ryan Met at Odds. New York Tarbell denied Ryan plan to oust him in favor of a financier />
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Supreme Court
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Language drift and the limits of vocabulary in history
A survey of language growth and the narrowing of expressive power across eras. It compares modern vocabularies with Elizabethan usage, cites dialectal and dictionary expansion, and reflects on the fading edge of metaphor. It also contains miscellaneous anecdotes on sneezing physiology and a London military miscue, concluding with reflections on industry and thrift as life access.
Washingtons title issue and quirky quotes from old newspaper
The piece recalls early debates on naming the U S president with Muhlenberg joking about high mightiness and Washington as simply president. It also notes British schooling customs, medical notes on leprosy, and odd advice columns offering humorous or moral guidance from era publications.
DeWitt Witch Hazel Salve Boosted in Texas Ad
C H LaCroix of Zavalla Texas testifies he bought a box of DeWitt s Witch Hazel Salve after a recommendation and warns against counterfeit versions sold on the reputation of the genuine product. The ad urges buyers to seek the original E C DeWitt Co Chicago salve.
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Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children in Nome
An 19th century advertisement notes Macy children fall sickly and claims Mother Gray a nurse in Nome New York offers a cure. It promises to break up colds in 24 hours and relieve headaches and stomach issues with a powder marketed for children.
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Ireland s Ruined Castles And Ancient Landmarks
An old column discusses Ireland s ruined castles like Griznan of Aileach and the rock of Cashel, noting battles, centuries of conflict, and how sites such as Sligo abbey and Donegal castle stood witness to Irish history amid English power struggles. The piece blends historical sketch with brief natural science notes and folklore curiosities.
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