June Week Festivities Begin at Annapolis Naval Academy
Annapolis Md hosts June Week with visitors arriving by train and a crowd forming. The program opens with a board of visitors reception on Worden Field, led by the academy band, followed by an infantry drill and departmental inspections. Captain John M. Gibbons then hosts a reception at Blake Rowe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annapolis
Nernal Academy
Board of Visitors
Worden Field
Midshipmen
Academy
John M. Gibbons
Blake Row
Man Coughs Breaks Rib After Frightful Cough
A Neenah Wisconsin man suffers two broken ribs after a severe coughing spell. Doctors attribute the pain to the cough and promote Dr King's New Discovery as a remedy for coughs and chest infections. A Missouri testimonial praises the medicine as life saving and a free trial bottle offer is advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neenah
Wis
Demands of Railroad Clerks Convention Opens in Boston
The bi annual convention of the International Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks opens in Boston with delegates from the United States Canada and Mexico. They seek an eight hour workday a 2250 minimum wage overtime pay holidays fifteen day annual vacation and at least a 25 cent daily wage increase as part of talks with fifteen leading railroads of New England and the eastern states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mass
International Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks
United States
Canada
Mexico
New England
When Your Child Has Whooping Cough Care With Chamberlains Cough Remedy
The advice urges using Chamberlains Cough Remedy to loosen cough and ease expectoration in whooping cough. It claims it liquefies tough mucus and has been used successfully in many epidemics, noting it is safe and available from all dealers.
International Insurance Brokers Meet in London
Conference of Insurance Men reports an international congress in London with prominent brokers from the United States France Germany Italy Russia and British colonies. The gathering will last several days to discuss international cooperation broker training state monopoly and other insurance topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United States
France
Germany
Italy
Russia
British Empire
Ends Hunt for Rich Girl Sparks Electric Bitters Appeal
An advertisement claims Electric Bitters can aid in finding a rich wife by improving health and vigor. It touts strong nerves, clear skin, restful sleep, and overall strength as benefits, and urges women to try the remedy for indigestion, backache, headaches, and fainting spells. 50c at druggists.
Town embraces plan for fresh bread twice daily
The community rallies around a proposal to provide residents with freshly baked bread twice a day. Local officials say the policy could boost morale and support local bakeries while meeting a rising demand for hot bread.
Last of Newark Lynching Cases Court Trial Looms
Newark Ohio June 3 The trial of 8 A Hollar the alleged mob kingpin in the Etherington lynching case is set this week in Licking County circuit court This marks the final of ten indictments in the July 8 1910 mob hanging of Carl Etherington an anti-saloon detective who was abducted from jail and hanged Hollar fled Newark and was captured in Chicago months ago facing first degree murder charges
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Newark
A. Hollar
Licking County
Carl Etherington
Hollar
Chicago
Chamberlains Ointment Promises Fast Sprain Relief
A sprained ankle may heal in three to four days with Chamberlains Ointment and careful use as directed on each bottle. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Monument Dedicated on Chickamauga Battlefield
The battlefield monument honoring Alabama soldiers from the Civil War was dedicated at Chickamauga in Chattanooga Tennessee. E C Hamage designed the structure located on the firing line where Confederate troops from Alabama fought during the battle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
Tenn
Chickamauga
Alabama
Ladies’ Memorial Association
E. C. Hamage
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertised With $100 Reward
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for any catarrh cure not aided by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites F J Cheney Co of Toledo and endorsements from the National Bank of Commerce of Toledo. It promotes internal use with testimonials, 75 cents per bottle, and adds Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
O. We
F. J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
O. Hall
Waterworks convention gathers to discuss city supply
Louisville hosts the thirty second annual convention of the American Waterworks Association as delegates from many U S cities and Canada arrive. The executive committee meeting and visitor reception fill the day while the convention opens with president Alexander Milne of St Catherines Ont delivering the opening address tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
American Waterworks Association
United States
Canada
Alexander Milne
St. Catherines
Ont
Old Age Happiness Through Gentle Digestion Tablets
A citrus toned ad urges older adults to take Chamberlain's Tablets to improve digestion and bowel regularity. The copy stresses mild, gentle action and suitability for middle age and seniors, promoting comfort and improved wellbeing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
King's Birthday Observed Across Empire in Quiet Ceremonies
London June 3 marks King George VI's forty seventh birthday. He spent the day with family while diplomatic corps conveyed congratulations. Naval and military centers across the empire observed the anniversary, with official observances in London and home stations scheduled for June 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
George
Marlborough House
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Heals Burns and Wounds Fast
The nation gasps at Fourth of July injuries but Bucklen’s Arnica Salve restores thousands from burns cuts bruises bullet wounds and explosions. It is the quickest healer of boils ulcers eczema sore lips or piles. 25c at all druggists.
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Bucklen
Women’s Eastern Golf Championship Opens in Philadelphia
The annual championship of the Women's Eastern Golf Association began at the Philadelphia Cricket Club with a large field. The event runs three days and will be followed by the Griscom Cup contested by Boston New York and Philadelphia players in the latter half of the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Eastern Golf Association
Philadelphia Cricket Club
Boston
New York
Eastern Star Session Moved From Morgan City to Alexandria
Due to hill water the grand chapter annual session shifts from Morgan City to Alexandria on June 6. Mrs. W. G. Storm, worthy grand matron, announces the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
Morgan City
Grand Chapter
W. G. Storm
Palace Billiard Hall Adds Tables and Services
We add new domino tables and reading and writing tables for patrons. Electric fans are on and the hall is promoted as the most pleasant place in the city. Visitors are invited to come to the Palace Billiard Hall.
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Palace Billiard Hall
JEFFERSON DAVIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OBSERVED
The South marked the 104th anniversary of Jefferson Davis birth with tributes to the Confederacy leader. State observances were held in Georgia Florida Texas South Carolina Tennessee Mississippi Alabama and Louisiana Virginia with public school and patriotic group events.
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Jefferson Davis
Atlanta
South
South Carolina
Texas
Tennessee
Mississippi
Alabama
Georgia
Florida
Louisiana
Virginia
Rheumatism Relief With Chamberlain Liniment
An advice notice claims at most one in ten rheumatism cases need internal treatment. It encourages free application of Chamberlain's Liniment with massaging at each use, promising quick relief from pain and soreness. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Taft campaign opens national bureau in Chicago
The National Taft Bureau began operations at the Congress Hotel in Chicago with Director William B. McKinley leading a staff sent from Washington. The office will operate around the clock as the Republican nomination fight proceeds toward the upcoming convention in two weeks.
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Chicago
Ill
National
Taft Bureau
Congress Hotel
William B. McKinley
Washington
Move on Now Says a Policeman to Crowd
In a harsh, sensational tone the text equates police shouts with mineral pills that “whack heads” and push readers to act, while praising Dr. King’s New Life Pills for gentle relief. It frames health as a moral action with a persuasive sales pitch.
Cedar Valley Circuit to Open
The Cedar Valley Circuit racing season of the American Trotting Association opens in Des Moines tomorrow for a three day meet. The circuit runs through July with stops in Perry Marion Waverly Mason City Osage Algona Iowa and Austin Minnesota.
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Cedar Valley
Des Moines
American Trotting Association
Perry
Marion
Waverly
Mason City
Osage
Algona
Iowa
Austin
Minn
Notice of Dissolution of Partnership Blanks and Smith
Notice is hereby given that the partnership between F A Blanks and Jack W Smith doing business as Blanks Smith is dissolved by mutual consent. Blanks sold his interest to Smith who assumes payment of all outstanding indebtedness and all accounts due the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Blanks
Jack W. Smith
Blanks & Smith
Blanks
Smith
Boasting a Poor Exercise Warns Against Card Play
A Ohio State Journal excerpt argues that boasting and card games damage intellectual vigor. It cites the New York Medical Journal and Dr Edward Everett Hale, urging readers to limit mental distraction from sports and focus on serious reading to remain effective thinkers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Medical Journal
Edward Everett Hale
The
Medical Journal
Colonel Ready with Bluff
The late Col. H. K. Shakelford, famed detective story writer, faced a street mugger in a western city. He confronted the robber, demanding respect for the street, and warned no other crooks would intrude, then escaped with calm wit.
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Col. H. K. Shakelford
Elm Avenue
Popular
Dictionary Blunders From Johnson to Philips
A historical survey highlights famous dictionary errors and rival jabs. Dr Johnson misdefines pastern as the horse knee and oats as a grain England feeds to horses while Scotland uses it for people. Philips muddles measurements by saying a gallon equals two quarts and confusing quaver with crochet.
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Dr. Johnson
Wesley
England
Scotland
Edward Philips
Salvage Shot From the Sea Practice of Shot Picking
Sailors salvage shells from sea beds near Portsmouth by boat work. The job requires a license and courage as crews scan waters daily for shells using weighted lines, buoys, and poles to pull them from sand.
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Portsmouth
England
Admiralty
Hats and the Man in the Struggles of Dress
A Collier's reflection questions why women bear most of the burden of dress and slavery to fashion. It laments restrictive hats that choke and soil easily, tracing worn styles through seasons. The piece notes slow progress, aided only by the automobile, and criticizes male indifference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier’s
Language of the Professions Provokes Court Session
Le Cri de Paris reports a judge challenging medical certificates read in court. He asks doctors to abandon gibberish and speak French noting doctors once used understandable Latin. The exchange compares legal and medical terms unfavorably with past eras.
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M. Masse
Monsieur
Moliere
Monsier
le Cri de Paris
Newsboy Beard Pulling Leads to 10 Day Workhouse Sentence
Frank Carlo described as the loudest mouthed news boy in New York pulled Simon Marks’s long beard a second time. Detective Keller witnessed the second act as Marks returned, resulting in Carlo serving a 10 day sentence in the workhouse.
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Frank Carlo
New York
Simon Marks
Carlo
Detective Keller
New York Evening Telegram
Modern Childhood Reflections on Cinderella in Rehearsals
A nostalgic voice laments the loss of “the good old days.” A character from a musical comedy prompts a child to answer who Cinderella is, revealing a gap between classic tales and modern perceptions. The remark underscores intergenerational shifts in culture and entertainment.
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Cinderella
Sliding Seat Evolution in British and American Rowing
The piece traces the adoption of sliding or movable seats in rowing from Newcastle and Thames crews in the 1860s to the Tyne’s 1870s experiments. It notes Robert Chambers introducing sliding seats to the Thames, the 1872 London Rowing Club versus Atlanta race, and the 1873 university varsity adoption after Henley trials.
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Newcastle
Thames
Robert Chambers
Harry Kelly
Tyne
St. John
New Brunswick
America
London Rowing Club
Atlanta
New York
Henley
The Drunken Parliament in Scotland's Early Assemblies
The piece notes a historic Scottish Parliament known as the drunken parliament. It recalls that after the restoration of Charles II the body showed frequent drunkenness and had to adjourn when Middleton, the royal commissioner, was intoxicated. The Temperance bill has just appeared for a third time in the House of Commons.
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House of Commons
Scotland
Scott
Middleton
Milk Mills and the Push for Artificial Milk Across Nations
A London boy dislikes rural life after visiting the country and viewing milk production as dirty. L Opinion notes artificial milk is already used in China with soya bean powder mixed with water. France plans a mill to process the bean into saleable milk powder, and cheese may also be produced by the same method.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
China
France
London Globe
Lodge Director at Western Star Lodge No 24 meeting details
Western Star Lodge No. 24 F. and A. M. meets on the first and third Tuesday nights at the hall on Walnut Street. Worshipful Master is J. E. Mason and the secretary is J. D. Oakley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Star Lodge
A. M.—Hall
Walnut Street
J. E. Mason
J. D. Oakley
Monroe Chapter No 18 Royal Arch Masons Meeting Notice
Monroe Chapter No 18 Royal Arch Masons meets at Masonic Hall on Walnut Street the second and fourth Tuesday nights. R Downs Jr serves as High Priest and Br G Surghnor is secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Royal Arch Masons
Masonic Hall
Walnut Street
R. Downs, Jr
Br. G. Surghnor
Monroe Council No. 8 Royal and Select Masters Meet
Monroe Council No. 8 meets at the Masonic hall on Walnut street every second Monday night. Officers include E. G. Court ney T. I. M. Dr. G. Surghnor and the Recorder.
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Monroe
Royal and Select Masters
Masonic Hall
Walnut Street
E. G. Courtney
G. Surghnor
Monroe Commandery Knights Templar Meeting Schedule
Monroe Commandery No. 7 Knights Templar holds meetings at the Masonic hall on Walnut street on the second and fourth Thursday nights. Eminent Commander Er. G. Courtney and Recorder Dr. G. Surghnor preside.
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Monroe Commandery
Knights Templar
Masonic Hall
Walnut Street
Er. G. Courtney
G. Surghnor
Louise L McGuire Chapter Four Order of the Eastern Star Meets
Louise L McGuire Chapter No four of the Order of the Eastern Star meets at the Masonic hall on Walnut street on the first and third Monday. Mrs W M Washburn is Worthy Matron and Miss Nora Downs serves as Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise L. McGuire
Order of the Eastern Star
Masonic Hall
Walnut Street
W. M. Washburn
Nora Downs
Knights of Pythias and Red Men lodge notices and officers
Stonewall Lodge No. 8 meets on Thursdays at Knights of Pythias hall on St John Street beside the Post Office with Frank Masing as Chancellor Commander. Ouachita Tribe No. 19 meets Fridays at Sugar's Theatre third floor with Pat O'Reily as Sachem and J E Hanna as Chief of Records.
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Stonewall Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Castle Hall
St. John St
Lodge
Frank
Byran Vaughn
Order of Red Men
Sugar’s Theatre
Lodre
Pat O’reily
J. E. Hanna
Ouachita Valley Camp Meets in Red Men’s Hall
Ouachita Valley Camp No 10 Woodmen of the World meets in Red Men’s hall on the first and third Wednesdays. C Blackmon Consul Commander and O Gelsmar Clerk are listed as officers.
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Ouachita Valley
Red Men’s Hall
C. Blackmon
O. Gelsmar
Prosperity Lodge Meats First and Third Tuesday Gatherings
Prosperity Lodge No. 19 Daughters of Rebecca meet on the first and third Tuesday nights in the lodge hall or opera house. Mrs. Walter Cornet serves as Noble Grand with Miss Farnie Lewis as Secretary.
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Prosperity Lodge No
Daughters of Rebecca
Lodge Hall
Opera House
Walter Cornet Noble
Farnie Lewis
Temple Knights of Pythias Sisterhood Meeting Schedule
The Pythian Sisters Temple No 10 meet at the Knights of Pythias hall on St John street. Meetings are first and third Mondays at 3 30 p m and second and fourth Mondays at 8 p m. Rosa Benoit is Most Excellent Chief and Eugene S Shows is Mistress of Records and Correspondence.
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Julia Stonewall
Pythian Sisters
Knights of Pything Hall
St. John Street
Rosa Benoit
Eugene S. Shows
Elks Lodge Hall Meetings Thursday Night
Elks Lodge meets every Thursday night at the hall on South Grand Street. J. M. Cobb serves as Exalted Ruler and F. B. Surgaine as Secretary.
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Elks—Lodge
South Grand Street
J. M. Cobb
F. B. Surgaine
Ouachita Lodge Odd Fellows Meeting Notice
Ouachita Lodge No 2 Independent Order of Odd Fellows meets in the Red Men hall in the opera house each Thursday night. F P Day is Noble Grand with R A Young listed.
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Ouachita Lodge No. 2
Independent
Order of Odd Fellows
Red Men’s Hall
Operas House
F. P. Day
Noble Grand
R. A. Young
Eagles Lodge Meets Weekly on De Siard Street
Monroe Aerie No 343 Fraternal Order of Eagles holds Wednesday night meetings. J B Gordon serves as President and John J Mullin as Secretary at the lodge hall opposite Sugar's Theatre on De Siard Street.
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Monroe Aerie No
Order of Eagles
Lodge
DeSiard Street
Sugar'’s
J. B. Gordon
John J. Mullin
Knights Of Honor Meeting Schedule At Red Men’s Hall
Ouachita Lodge No 2528 Knights Of Honor meets in Red Men’s hall within the opera house on the second and fourth Wednesday nights. Will Atkinson is Dictator and R W Winberry serves as Reporter.
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Ouachita Lodge No
Knights of Honor
Red Men’s Hall
Opera House
Will Atkinson
R. W. Winberry
Independence Lodge Knights and Ladies Meet in Annex Hall
Independence Lodge holds meetings in Annex Hall at the opera house on the second and fourth Tuesday nights. Theresa Bauer is Protector and Carl Walker Secretary.
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Independence Lodge Knights and Ladies of Honor
Annex Hall
Opera House
Theresa Bauer
Carl Walker
Newsboys' Club No 1 Meets Weekly in City Hall
Newsboys' Club No 1 and the Boy Scouts of America meet every Sunday at 2 30 p m in the new City Hall. Friends of the boys are welcome. Organizer Jasac Cowden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newsboys’ Club
Boy Scouts of America
New City Hall
Friends of the Boys
Jasac Cowden
Knights of Columbus Council Meets On Tuesdays
Monroe Council No. 1337 meets at Catholic Hall on the first and third Tuesdays. Grand Knight T. H. McMillan and Recorder Adolph Renaud lead the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Knights of Columbus
Catholic Hall
T. H. McMillan
Adolph Renaud
Mason lodge meeting schedule at West Monroe hall
George L. Wood Camp No. 157 states meetings on the second and fourth Mondays in their own lodge hall at West Monroe. Consul Commander A. W. Carroll and Clerk T. S. Simonton are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Wood
Woodmen of the World
West Monroe
A. W. Carroll
T. S. Simonton
St Mathews Benevolent Society Monthly Meeting
St Mathews Benevolent Society meets at Catholic Hall on the second Monday each month. President T H McMillan and Secretary Adolph Renaud are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St.Mathew’s Benevolent Society
Catholic Hall
T. H. McMillan
Adolph Renaud
Catholic Knights meet on first and third Tuesdays
The Catholic Knights of America hold meetings at Catholic Hall on the first and third Tuesdays. J. B. Larkin serves as president and W. A. O'Kelly as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Knights of America
Catholic Hall
W. A. O'Kelly
Henry W. Allen Camp Meeting Details
Henry W. Allen Camp No. 182 United Confederate Veterans meets on call by Commander W. P. Renwick at the courthouse. Adjutant W. A. O'Kelly available for coordination and updates.
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Henry W. Allen
U. Cc. V
Court House
W. P. Renwick
W. A. O’kelly
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Conference of Insurance Men
Eeeame
Vienna Bakery
Monroe Hotel
Krickel
Smith Shop
North 4Th St
Cumberland
Eastern Star Meeting
Printesse
Coffee
DeSiard St
Monroe Bakery
S. P. Ogden
Engiigh
Milk Mills
Renwick’s Dairy
J. Renwick
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