John Wanamaker Dies After Illness in Philadelphia
Philadelphia reports the death of John Wanamaker founder of Wanamaker’s stores and former Postmaster General. He died this morning shortly after 8 o’clock, aged four? The physicians cited a relapse after a brief decline. His death marks the end of a long career in retail and public service with ties to New York and Philadelphia.
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Phiadelphia
John Wanamaker
Wanaimaaker
Wihamaker
Soa
Chinese Born Bootleggers Revel in Subtle Skills
A Trans-Pacific observer notes Chinese born bootleggers have adapted to American maritime life. They display talent in evading detection while supplying varied items to passengers, leveraging a keen sense of proportion and discreet concealment on ships docking at American ports.
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Sahara
China
Thair Faney
Five year old Vera Louise Stephens wins strand at Norma nears
Vera Louise Stephens, the five year old daughter of Wo and Mars Ww Stephens, won the strand at Norma nears after a public drawing. Names were placed in a box and drawn, with Vera Louise Staphe ens named the lucky girl amid a large crowd of 3,000 or more RiI Tessas present.
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Vera Louise. Stephens
Mars
Stephens
West Rollins
Strand
Norma Nears
She Council
Vera Louise Stapheens
Trcky Gil
Ro. Noonan
O'Hearn
Z. L. Darby
Roscoe J. Plane
Ro Lyharndvan
Ak Nichols
Ji Branham
Rii Tessas
Declare War On Big Grain Exchanges
President E T Cunningham urges farmers to wage war on big grain exchanges in the coming legislature. He says the American farmer must gain a seat on the grain exchange to ensure fair valuation and criticizes the Chicago Board of Trade for dominating other markets and breaking pledges.
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Chicago
E.T. Cunningham
United States
Farm Bureau
Cunningham
Grain “Exchange
Rev Carney Addresses Lions Club Before Departure
The Rev. F. J. Carney addressed the Lions Club at lunch, urging unity and adherence to country principles beyond race or religion. He announced his move to St. Joseph, Missouri, and thanked members for their friendship, while James H. Coach of Chicago and Coad spoke in support. The gathering, with Lions International honorary member Coad, appreciated the uplifting address and wished him success in his new field.
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F. J. Carney
Lion's Club
Carney
St. Joseph
Carney Meade
Sloan
Carneyts
Rev. Carnes
James HW
Chicago
Rey
Lions
Coud
Chamber of ‘Commerce
Coad
Lions International
Lions Minesdow
Severe Cold Wave Grips Nation Across Regions
A first severe cold wave sweeps the United States from Canada, with extremely low temperatures forecast in northern regions and snow in many areas. Cold air moves eastward and southwestward, reaching the Atlantic seaboard as rain turns to snow in parts of Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.
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Washington
United States
Canada
Ohio c
Three Fires Reported in Aliwwnis Area
Three fire alarms responded this day. The first at 886 Wrankey M4 was a flue fire burning out and subdued with a three gallon tank. A second blaze at 408 South Mouth Street Al Loti caused by a roof spark, $25 damage, home of Jake Burkeye. A third fire on Dade Scott Avenue affected by the Burkeye family, $20 damage, home of Wry Merritt.
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Wrankey
South
Mouth Street
al Loti
Jake 2 Burkeye
Dade ‘Scott Avenue
Burkeye
Wry. Merritt
Bright Lights Drive Brookfield Night Life and Trade
Brookfield Argus notes Saturday night bustle with a packed big theatre and crowded Sve erdam parlors. From 7 to 10, a continuous throng filled streets and stores, drawing customers from nearby towns and rural districts as electric lights boost autumn and winter activity.
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Brookfield
Brookfield Argus
Address by James Cond at CoFC sparks chamber goals
Chicago speaker James Cond urged Mo berly Chamber of Commerce to unite in city building. He warned against yesterday’s thinkers and emphasized cooperation, planned efforts, and a broad trade network to attract diverse industries and foster prosperity.
California Prosperity Company forms to spur regional growth
A movement in Northern California launches a prosperity fund with 460000 raised around the San Mateo area to establish a corporation promoting factories and industries linked to San Francisco finance. Stakeholders include local municipalities and business figures aiming to unite communities under a statewide development plan.
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San I Mateises
Padirus
Fox
Las Northen Californias
Sprint
Terom
Modesto
Sambino
Nowihata
Ipad
der Brra
Tana Hove
California
San Prancisco Financial
San Francisco
BP Lanlisied - Avhenever Po
Fragmented text hints at a meeting or election names
Fragmentary OCR reads like a list of names and roles including Stella Nes and Charles WMG Ts geanelany with trustees and officials, suggesting a church or community meeting notice or organizational slate. Dots obscure clear context and location.
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Hell
Anna Elgebion
Atticars
Min
Stella Nes
Charles Wmg Ts Geanelany
Lilli
Pleree
Mre
Nantes Worldege
Prea Sit Ars
Meniet Ikirtley
Pie
Grustees
Cedrge Oxtmin
Wy Reeboeh
Bass
Mie
Atinton
Unclear Text fragment hints at names and items
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names Gomer Water and Tosahs with scattered phrases, providing no clear event or outcomes to summarize into a news item.
Gland Surgery Claims Stirring Life Renewal Claims
The article reports Dr. Schmidt detailing Steinach gland operations for vitality and rejuvenation, with patients reporting weight gain, hair growth, stamina, and resumed work. Cases include a 1 year old man with heart trouble, an 1889 traveler, and an 84 year old man, all noting significant improvements after surgery.
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Peter Sehidt
Feniqus
Gsmar
Schmidt. Hava
Lidhamberlain
Schyiat
Steinash
Sonnide
Steinach
Voronoft
von Dr Schmidt
Niandis
Schmidt
Mam
Lues
Esa
Rallroa
Nana Cai Beahneat Wiorker
Result of Successful Guanty Operations
The text describes alleged improvements in vitality and mental strength including reduced nervousness, boosted memory, enhanced desire and vigor, and renewed energy. It references herbs or tonics and “Piliondarense” with claims of increased sexual vitality and living joy.
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Guanty
Ein Hess Ramee
Anteri
Senewalook
Blamed Railroad Firm After Weight Loss Verdict
A chaotic OCR fragment references a court case involving a railroad company and a woman blamed for weight gain. It mentions a $50 amount, a Chicago verdict, and a Thursday afternoon setting with unclear local details and names.
Glendinning Dies After Fall From Parade float
Central College notes a fatal incident during Thanksgiving parade activities near Fayette. Glendinning, a Central College student, fell from a rolling float and was killed. Hartlin Conte de Parade and others present report the accident occurred as crowds watched. authorities probe the mishap.
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Hartlin Conte
Paul
Glendinning
Central. College
Pa Fayette
Palmyra
Glendin
Central College
Governor Russell Triumphs Amid Courtroom Chaos
Fragmentary text suggests Governor Russell wins amid courtroom or public dispute. Readable elements reference Houston and unity themes, with scattered phrases about happiness and division.
Obregon Offers To Swap Hammer for Mexican
Obregon government officials discussed a potential exchange involving a hammer and a Mexican asset or symbol, though details remain unclear and no formal agreement was announced.
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Obregon
Murtle
Film fragment hints at classroom tale and memory
A damaged OCR reads like a fragment from a film notes page. It mentions a teacher figure and a scene set in a classroom, hinting at memory or reflection within a short sequence.
Bank Bandits Steal Cash From Unknown Co Building
Irregular OCR text mentions bank robbery by unnamed bandits and a note about cash taken. No clear names, places, or dates are provided. The fragment references a building and a death possibility, but specifics are unreadable.
Bryan Proposes Presidential Vote by Congressional District
Washington December 12 reports Van Bryan of the Progressive wing argues the current electoral college plan is weak while advocating replacing state wide presidential voting with district by district choice in Congress. The article notes Bryan claims the proposal improves on the present system and challenges party leaders.
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Washington
Ieee
United ‘State
Bryan
Congress
Presidenti. L
Fleishe Advances From Washington Conference
A clipped report notes Fleishe leaving a Washington conference amid unclear details. The items mention a Red Cross reference and surgical/medical context, but the exact outcomes or participants are obscured in the fragment.
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