Progressive Party Names Perkins to Campaign Chair and Dixon as MD
George W. Perkins is named campaign executive chairman of the Progressive party and Senator Joseph M. Dixon of Montana becomes managing director of the Roosevelt Johnson campaign. The Democratic sub committee in New York rules out Bryan following Roosevelt and Prohibitionists nominate Eugene W Chafin of Tucson for president. Adlai E Stevenson II will campaign for Wilson with his son Lewis announcing in New York.
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George W. Perkins
J. Pierpont Morgan
Progressive Party
United States
Joseph M. Dixon
Montana
Willam Jennings Bryan
Colonel Roosevelt
Democratic National Committee
New York
Waukesha
Wis
Eugene W. Chafin
Tucson
Ariz
Charles H. Mead
Adlai H E. Stevenson
Wilson
Marshall
Lewis
Ilinois
Taft
Senate
Luther Conant, Jr
Herbert Knox Smith
Five men wanted to shoot man to death in Domestic II case
Warden George W. Cowing seeks five volunteers to perform a lethal killing. Andriyi Mirkovich’s execution is scheduled for August 29. Chinese balloonist Elizabeth Lebar drowns at Muskegon after parachute lands in lake. body not recovered. Corsican steamer with 200 aboard hits iceberg off Newfoundland in dense fog but sustains little damage. Indianapolis merchants meet for yearly convention. Bam Schepps arrest in Hot Springs spurs Rosenthal probe in New York linking to Becker indictment. Denver judge FLL Shattuck orders five days in jail and a $1000 fine.
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George W. Cowing
Nevada State Prison
Andriyi Mirkovich
Allan Line
New Foundland
Bam Schepps
Hot Springs
Ark
Rosenthal
New York
Jack Rose
Gts
Webber
Charles Becker
Missouri Congressman Unseated Over Campaign Expenditure
Representative Theron Bi. Catlin of Missouri was unseated for spending beyond the legal limit. The report notes a $10,200 expenditure to elect him, exceeding the $662 cap under Missouri law. Additional items include pension appeals, a constitutional term amendment push, agricultural prosperity, and canal policy votes.
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Theron Bi. Catlin
Missouri
House of
McCombs Falls Ill After Campaign Strain in NYC
After a year of pushing Wilson as Democratic nominee and battling intestinal indigestion, William F. McCombs, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, is bedridden in New York. The National Archery Association held a four day contest in Boston for medals trophies and prizes. The body of Carlos Wilcox pioneer and second postmaster of Minneapolis arrived from Germany where he died suddenly on July 9. Vienna reports the University of Lemberg has conferred an honorary degree on Henry Agdowak chief of the science division of the New York Public Library.
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Wilson
William F. McCombs
Democratic National Committee
New York City
National Archery Association
Boston
Carlos Wilcox
Minneapolis
Germany
Vienna
University of Lemberg
Austria
Henry Agdowak
The
New York Pubicibrary
Rabid Dog Attacks Dozen in Dearborn County
In Dearborn county a rabid dog caused numerous bites as it traveled from Kentucky to a farmer's home. The state board of health reports thirteen people bitten in Aurora and six others treated elsewhere or at home. The dog’s brain tested positive for rabies.
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Indianapolis
State Board of Health
Dearborn County
State Board For
James Gilbert
Elmer B. Baker
John E
George Bauman
Jacob Stevens
State Board
Kentucky
Dearborn
Aurora
Snake Causes Runaway Near Shelbyville
On August 14 Mr and Mrs H M Morris and their daughter, with guests Charles and Nellie Buell of Richmond Indiana, were injured when a four foot snake enwrapped the horse and spooked the mare, overturning the carriage into a six foot ditch. Morris suffered the worst injuries and had to be freed from beneath the wreck. the snake was killed by the horse.
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Shelbyville
H. Morris
Charles
Nellie Buell
Richmond
Ind
Morrin
Hurty to Write on Hygiene for Journal
Dr. J. N. Hurty state health commissioner will author two papers on public hygiene for the journal in response to requests from the National Hardware Bulletin. Traveling picture show men across Indiana seek health slides as the state board of health will supply slides for statewide use.
Officer Run Down by Auto in Crawfordsville
Officer Isaac Waldrup directing traffic at a street crossing was struck from behind by a car driven by Hugh Miller. Miller was fined for assault while Miller's counter charge claims the officer provoked him. The case may go to higher courts.
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Crawfordsvile
Isaac Waldrup
Hugh Miller
Miller
Three Motorcyclists Injured in Hiwood Collision
Floyd Humpreys Frank Schallenberger and James Bernard, all from the city, were badly injured in a triple collision on August 14 in Hiwood. Humpreys suffered a skull fracture and multiple injuries. Bernard had serious cuts and bruises while Schallenberger, riding just behind, rode into the wreck. All three motorcycles were wrecked.
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Hiwood
Floyd Humpreys
Frank Schallenberger
James Bernard
Humpreys
Bernard
Schallenberger
Police chief warns parents on curfew for minors
Columbus reports Chief Cooper issues orders to local magistrates urging parents to enforce stricter curfews and keep minors indoors at night. The warning aims to curb juvenile roaming and prevent disturbances.
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Columbus
Cooper
Bames
Sassi Ao Pi
Funk- Ag
Aristocracy Quip Caps War of Letters About Family Status
A newspaper column mocks a society family by staging a mock interview. The child explains bail for a chauffeur, parents in court, and a sister entertaining a French count, concluding the clan belongs to the aristocratic circle.
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Bob
FarFetched Compliment Note Sparks Muttering Over Hell Quip
A child is teased in a cheeky note about heaven and hell as a mother consoles Geraldine. The snub hints at moral scolding with a playful, dramatic twist. The exchange preserves a humorous, old fashioned tone.
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Geraldine
Jack
Hades
He Breaks With Her In Conversation Heard By All
In a recorded exchange he admits breaking with her. He says he told her he is unworthy, and she asked for a written signed note witnessed by others. The dialogue reveals a private rift discussed aloud among listeners.
Graduation Girls Lead Off in Quiet Ceremony
A group of graduates keeps in time with the wedding music from Lohengrin as the ceremony unfolds, the orchestra providing a poignant backdrop to the orderly procession. The scene captures hopeful graduates stepping into the next chapter with measured grace.
Eve’s first husband boasts and Adam’s luck shines
A witty verse notes Eve never boasts about her first husband while Adam’s luck appears favorable as the speaker agrees with the sentiment. The lines play on marriage and luck with light humor across the ages.
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Adam
Eve
Concession Sparks Dialogue on Judgment and Marriage
A Concession presents a dialogue where Miss Cayenne argues men are quicker to judge in practice while women marry for money. The exchange notes that men heed newspaper warnings and quit buying gold bricks, whereas women continue to marry for wealth.
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Miss Cayenne
A Shock Absorber
Mrs Willis-Why questions her husband John about cutting holes in his dress suit. He replies he knows and that when the boys borrow it he won’t feel bad about its condition upon return.
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John
Mr. Willis
Puck
Boom in Plunkville Prompts Hotel Theater and Office Plans
City officials discuss a hotel, a projected theater, and two office buildings in Plunkville as part of a growth initiative. The plan envisions new jobs and economic activity for the area with mixed-use development.
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Plunkville
Distinction in Distorted Town Track Meet Report
A garbled OCR fragment notes a season with more men killed and compares other meets. It references Seriing and a town’s look, but context remains unclear and specific entities are largely unreadable. The piece hints at tragedy linked to a sports season without concrete details.
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Seriing
Generous Boy and the Apples
A playful tale about a boy named Harry who replies that he must eat many apples because orphans want the cores. His mother asks why he eats so many, and he explains the reasoning in humorous fashion.
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Harry
Customer questions waiter about previous order
A customer accuses a waiter of taking an order for a chop and questions the server about growth, prompting a brief exchange as the service interaction unfolds.
Human Nature Amid Shifting Moral Masks
A reflective verse highlights that appearances deceive as a smile can mask villainy and preaching honesty may veil theft at a till.
Curtiss Faces Skeptic’s Wing Sprouts Question
An old Black man in New Orleans asked if Curtiss could feel his arm before a flight. Curtiss explains he eats a pint of birdseed before flying, noting he lacks extra wing sprouts but aims to prove his point.
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Curtiss
New Orleans
Darky
Philadelphia
Saturday Evening Post
Nobie Sacrifice
A friend defends Jabez Jones for not working by noting his civic service. He has served on the petty jury three times, the grand jury twice, attended four conventions, and repeatedly gone to the legislature, leaving little personal time.
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Jabez Jones
Petty Jury
Grand Jury
Reflection on public life and impostors in chatter
Wiggins comments that a windy loudmouth impostor often succeeds while meritorious men are overlooked. Bobby counters that the blower before the grate is a natural tendency in public life.
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Wiggins
Bobby
Puck
Sunset Mistake and Crimson Airship Exchange
Dialog fragment shows a mistaken remark about a sunset and a near sighted confession. The exchange pivots on a crimson airship seen on the horizon as a point of light or metaphor.
Cat Market Slumps in Early Talks
In a brief exchange, Mrs Newed asks about slumps while the butcher mentions market downturns. The dialogue hints at everyday language about economic mood without detailing events or outcomes.
No Reconciliation Amid Party Campaign Rifts
A campaign clash questions harmony within the party as a supporter argues for agreement while another cites a candidate’s inconsistent statements. The exchange highlights discord and the struggle to present a united front in upcoming efforts.
Quip on Proposal Delays Sparks Gentle Locker Room Jibe
Players trade light banter about a teammate’s reluctance to propose stirring laughter in the locker room. The joke hinges on time and patience as the subject delays match plans.
Fragmentary Note on Voting Rights Speech
A garbled OCR snippet references women voting, equality, and standing up like men. The text remains incomplete with unclear speaker and context.
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Ohio
R. B. Brown
Zanesville
Republican State Central Committee
Walter F. Brown
I. N. Foster
Elizabeth Lebar
Lake Michigan
Muskegon
Fll. Shattuck
Denver
Davenport
Pension Bureau
Congress
Washington
Department of Agriculture
U. S. Senate
Tariff Board
Washington Society
John M. Harlan
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Stimson
Chicago
Lake Front
House
South
United States Department of Agriculture
Indiana
Mad Dog
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George Barete
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